Historical Marker

County named, 1843

Booneville Courthouse Lawn · Booneville · Owsley

Inscription

For Judge William Owsley, who was prominent in the Old Court-New Court Controversy, 1823. Born in Virginia, 1782. Came with parents to Lincoln County, 1783. Studied law with Judge John Boyle. State Legislature, two terms. Appointed Court of Appeals; served 15 years. State Senate, 1832-34; Secretary of State, 1834-36; Governor of Kentucky, 1844-48.

Died, 1862.

Location

AddressBooneville Courthouse Lawn

CityBooneville

CountyOwsley

Coordinates37.475900, -83.675383

Sources

Kentucky Historical Society

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