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An interview with Dr. John Fox on the Boone Trace
Dr. Fox heads the organization called "Friends of Boone Trace." The Trace passes through five Kentucky counties, including Knox County.
Visit the group's website at www.boonetrace1775.com
Interview of Mildred Maggard focuses on Barbourville of 1920s-1950s
Mildred E. Maggard was interviewed on October 26, 1990 by Susan Arthur.
The main topics of the interview include the theaters in Barbourville, the location of various businesses in downtown Barbourville, what it was like to live in Barbourville, Kentucky during the 1920s, 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s,and Miss Maggard's own working career that spanned many years and businesses and organizations.
Rosenwald School's 1950-1951 Yearbook
The Rosenwald School Yearbook or Annual dated 1950-51 was donated in summer 1991 by Alex Lyttle Tye.
According to our records, Mrs. Tye then said, "It is the only year we had an annual.”
Interview of Albert Gregory - Longtime Teacher at Rosenwald and Knox County Schools
Albert L. Gregory was interviewed on June 27, 1991 by Wm. Sherman Oxendine and Jakalyn Jackson.
While the focus of the interview was on education, other aspects of Mr. Gregory's life were discussed.
Interview of Clarence "Ossie" Burch - member of Merrill's Marauders in WWII
Clarence "Ossie" Burch was interviewed by William Sherman Oxendine on March 7, 1990. Most of the conversation focused on Burch's military career.
Clarence "Ossie" Burch was born on October 10, 1914 and died on March 19, 2000. A native of Knox County, Kentucky, Burch served in many campaigns with Merrill's Marauders on the Burma Road and is mentioned in two books entitled Merrill's Marauders. After the war, in 1947, Burch reorganized the local National Guard units from southeastern Kentucky and headed the Barbourville Guard. He retired with the rank of colonel.
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What Our Patrons Have to Say...
Thank you for your coverage and story on Ketchen School. I found two small discrepancies.
The two room school housed graded 1-4 in the old building and grade 5-8 in the newer building. The last teachers that taught there were A.J. Senters and Herman Hopper (my father). They taught there until G.R. Hampton was opened.
I am wondering whether you know any genealogists who specalize in Knox County? I am looking to have some research done and I don't live nearby. Thank you for your time and effort.
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Hello I would like to talk to someone about volunteering. I moved to the area not to long ago but love history. I work for Knox county ems and i have several days during the week in which I could help. I could explain in more detail about me and my situation if needed. Thank you very much.
I would like to know your days/hours of operation. I plan to visit in mid-July for family history research. Thanks, please advise.
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