Vanceburg in Lewis County, Kentucky — The American South (East South Central)
Deposit Bank
The building on the corner is unique because it is one of the first types of iron-framed buildings and was built about 1900, and the moldings have a certain interesting style. Moses Marcus came here from Cincinnati before 1905 and opened a stylish men’s clothing store which he called the New York Racket Store.
Erected by Lewis County (Kentucky) Chamber of Commerce and the Eagle Scout Project completed by Damon Kennedy in 2018.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Agriculture. A significant historical year for this entry is 1889.
Location. 38° 36.076′ N, 83° 19.004′ W. Marker is in Vanceburg, Kentucky, in Lewis County. Marker is at the intersection of Second Street and Market Street, on the right when traveling east on Second Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Vanceburg KY 41179, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. United Methodist Church (within shouting distance of this marker); County Named, 1806 (within shouting distance of this marker); World War II Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Union Memorial (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); a different marker also named Union Memorial (about 300 feet away); World War I Memorial (about 300 feet away); Hickle’s Pool Room (about 300 feet away); Stamper Block (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Vanceburg.
Credits. This page was last revised on August 27, 2021. It was originally submitted on August 27, 2021, by J. J. Prats of Powell, Ohio. This page has been viewed 160 times since then and 17 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 27, 2021, by J. J. Prats of Powell, Ohio.