Tag Archives: Panbowl

The Panbowl

Posted on January 30, 2023 by sdbowling

The Panhandle and Panbowl were very unique features of Jackson until flood relief came in 1956. Now the Panhandle is just a memory. Continue reading →

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The Collapse of the Panbowl Bridge

Posted on January 8, 2022 by sdbowling

By Stephen D. Bowling January 8, 1906 – The fireman held Mrs. Morgan tightly and would not permit her to jump. The engine had just cleared the pillar, and the tender was hanging with the back suspended above the river. … Continue reading →

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