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Called dean of Washington newsmen, Glasgow's native son (1886-1974) grew up here with his grandparents, Emmanuel and Henrietta Morris. He began his career in journalism with the Louisville Herald, then went to Washington, D.C., as a correspondent for the Times and Courier-Journal. Krock won French citation after his coverage of the Versailles peace conference. Over.
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Historic Home - In 1927, Krock joined the New York Times; soon became its Washington correspondent and bureau chief. His column, "In the Nation," was noted for its opinions on public policy. Over his 60-year career, Arthur Krock knew 11 presidents and won four Pulitzer Prizes. Joel Cheek, who also lived here, was one of two founders of the Maxwell House Coffee Company. Over.
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F.M. Jones and Bro. General Store
Glasgow, KY
In 1855, John and Francis Marion Jones formed a partnership for selling goods at Myers Steam Mill on Beaver Creek in Barren County.
First Farmers Rural Electric Co-op Substation
Cave City, KY
On Jan. 12, 1939, the Goodnight substation was energized.
Henry Clay Morrison/Morrison Park
Famed Methodist preacher & pioneer of the Holiness movement.
Willa Brown Chappell (1906-1992)
Glasgow, KY
This Glasgow native was the first African American woman to earn a pilot’s license in the U.S., 1937.
Nettie B.C. Depp (1974-1932)
Glasgow, KY
The first female public official in Barren Co., she was elected in 1913, seven years before women were allowed to vote.
