Pondering Kentucky: The Magazine, Issue 32, 1993
Project: Glen Bastin's Pondering Kentucky Oral History Project
Interview Summary
In this issue of "Pondering Kentucky: The Magazine," peculiar graves across Kentucky are investigated. First, the story of an individual who was killed by "Thunder" in Garrard County, Kentucky. Then, Glen Bastin speaks with Barry Craig, a professor, about two men who were buried standing up.Glen Bastin then interviews Hugh Haynie, a political cartoonist. Haynie's career, relations with politicians, and the future of his cartoons are discussed.
Bastin also visits John Lewis in Berea, Kentucky to discuss Appalachian arts and crafts. They discuss the history of the Appalachian lifestyle, economy, and social influences that create the culture of Appalachia.
Additionally, Glen Bastin tells the story of Simon Kenton (aka Simon Butler), who was one of the first pioneers who established Lexington. Simon Kenton's importance to Daniel Boone is highlighted.
Glen Bastin also sits down with Governor Louie Nunn to discuss his career and his relations with other Kentucky politicians.
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Barry Craig
Hugh Haynie
John Lewis
Louie B. Nunn, Sr.
Carolyn Knoll
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Kentucky Garrard County (Ky.) Graves County (Ky.) Cartoonists Hugh Haynie Political jingles Political campaign jingles Advertisements Commercials Berea (Ky.) Appalachian culture Daniel Boone Pioneers Governor Louie Nunn Louie Nunn Governors Kentucky governors Simon Butler Simon KentonInterview Rights
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