1914 – Jackson County Fairgrounds Horse Race

1914 – Jackson County Fairgrounds Horse Race

The horse races at the Jackson County Fairgrounds seemed to create as much excitement as the Kentucky Derby.  This race in 1914 was no exception, and one has to wonder if anyone paid attention to the sign posted to the left, which reads, “No Gambling...
1900’s – Empie and Van Dyke Home

1900’s – Empie and Van Dyke Home

W.B. Empie built a fine Queen Anne home at the corner of Fourth and Laurel Streets that later became known as the Van Dyke House when Empie’s daughter Lula married Percy Van Dyke.  Members of the Van Dyke family lived in the home for over 80 years.  Pictured...