Near Paducah in McCracken County, Kentucky — The American South (East South Central)
The Lone Oak
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, October 25, 2020
1. Lone Oak Tree Marker
On this site stood the massive tree for which the town of Lone Oak was named in 1900. The town, first known as Pepper's Mill, was renamed to obtain a local post office. The tree was cut down in 1903 and was used for a bonfire on Christmas night 1903. The area was originally home to eight families after being formed in 1875.Erected 1989 by Lone Oak Lions Club.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the Historic Trees series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1900.
Location. 37° 1.972′ N, 88° 40.186′ W. Marker is near Paducah, Kentucky, in McCracken County. Marker is at the intersection of Lone Oak Road (U.S. 45) and Lovelaceville Road (Kentucky Highway 1322), on the right when traveling south on Lone Oak Road. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 3321 Lone Oak Rd, Paducah KY 42001, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Alben W. Barkley / Barkley's Grave (approx. 1.1 miles away); Whitehaven (approx. 1˝ miles away); Paducah Community College
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Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, October 25, 2020
2. Lone Oak Tree Marker
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, October 25, 2020
3. The Lone Oak Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on October 29, 2020. It was originally submitted on October 28, 2020, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 238 times since then and 76 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 28, 2020, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
