Ceralvo - Three miles South
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Name derived from Spanish word meaning deer. Traditionally deer watered and crossed the river there. Town was laid out by H. D. Taylor, in March 1851. Ceralvo took its place as thriving river town. Became an important shipping point for both passengers and freight serving many communities in this area.
Incorporated February 1870 by an act of the Kentucky Legislature.
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