Tag Archives: Health

Spitting Ordinance Still the Law

Posted on May 22, 2023 by sdbowling

In 1913, the City of Jackson outlawed the “vile habit” but many still choose to expectorate on our streets today. Continue reading →

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Breathitt’s Health in 1915

Posted on January 10, 2023 by sdbowling

In 1915, Breathitt County had a serious health crisis. Not enough doctors and too many serious illnesses led to poor conditions listed in state newspapers. Continue reading →

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When A Tapeworm Loves Whisky

Posted on December 30, 2021 by sdbowling

By Stephen D. Bowling December 27, 1912 – A strange and possibly unbelievable story about our little community was published in the December 27, 1912 edition of The Big Sandy News. This newspaper, published in Louisa, Kentucky, featured a small … Continue reading →

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