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Legendary locals of Covington, Kentucky

Title
Legendary locals of Covington, Kentucky / Robert Schrage.
Author
Schrage, Robert.
Publication
Charleston, SC : Arcadia Pub., ©2014.

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Description
127 pages : chiefly illustrations, portraits; 24 cm.
Summary
"Covington was a natural place for people to settle. Located on the banks of the Ohio and Licking Rivers, it developed quickly as the urban core of northern Kentucky. Sitting just opposite of Cincinnati, Ohio, it was a great location for travel by both animals and people. Originally owned by Thomas Kennedy, the land was ultimately purchased by Thomas Carneal and John and Richard Gano, and thus the city of Covington was founded in 1815. Not long after its establishment, railroads made Covington their home and many other businesses followed. By 1850, it was the second-largest city in Kentucky. Over its 200 years, Covington has seen many people play a role in its history, development, and reputation. Some are great business and community leaders. Others made tremendous contributions to the arts, and some are notorious. A community is defined more by its people than its buildings and streets. The individuals who have lived and worked in Covington provide a colorful insight into its past. From its founding until the present day, these individuals are a fascinating look into the city's history."--Page [4] of cover.
Series Statement
Legendary locals
Uniform Title
Legendary locals.
Subject
  • Civic leaders > Kentucky > Covington > Biography > Pictorial works
  • Leaders > Kentucky > Covington > Biographies > Ouvrages illustrés
  • Civic leaders
  • Covington (Ky.) > Biography > Pictorial works
  • Covington (Ky.) > History > Pictorial works
  • Kentucky > Covington
Genre/Form
  • Biographies.
  • History.
  • Pictorial works.
Bibliography (note)
  • Includes bibliographical references (page 126) and index.
Contents
Introduction -- Founders -- Community builders -- Political leaders -- Business, church leaders, and professionals -- Entertainers, artists, and athletes -- Educators -- Bibliography -- Index.
ISBN
  • 9781467101721
  • 1467101729
LCCN
2014934527
OCLC
  • ocn882189713
  • 882189713
  • SCSB-9620587
Owning Institutions
Princeton University Library