Glasgow in Barren County, Kentucky — The American South (East South Central)
Home of Arthur Krock / Historic Home
Photographed By Duane Hall, August 9, 2015
1. Home of Arthur Krock Marker
(Side One)
Home of Arthur Krock
Called dean of Washington newsmen, Glasgow’s native son (1886-1974) grew up here with his grandparents, Emmanuel and Henrietta Morris. He began his career in journalism with the Louisville Herald, then went to Washington, D.C., as correspondent for the Louisville Times and the Courier Journal. Krock won French citation after his coverage of the Paris Peace Conference of 1919.
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Historic Home
In 1927, Krock joined the New York Times; soon became its Washington correspondent and bureau chief. His column, “In the Nation,” was noted for its opinions on public policy. Over his 60-year career, Arthur Krock knew 11 presidents and won two Pulitzer Prizes. Joel Cheek, who also lived here, was one of the founders of the Maxwell House Coffee Company.
Erected 1982 by Kentucky Historical Society and Kentucky Department of Highways. (Marker Number 1718.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Communications • Government & Politics. In addition, it is included in the Kentucky Historical Society series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1886.
Location. 36° 59.587′
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Home of Gov. Leslie (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); First Presbyterian Church (approx. 0.4 miles away); Barren County, 1798 (approx. 0.4 miles away); Barren County World War II Monument (approx. 0.4 miles away); Our Confederate Dead (approx. 0.4 miles away); Barren County's Medal of Honor Winners (approx. half a mile away); 623rd Field Artillery Battalion (approx. half a mile away); Barren County Viet Nam Memorial (approx. half a mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Glasgow.
Also see . . . Arthur Krock - American National Biography Online. (Submitted on August 31, 2015.)
Photographed By Duane Hall, August 9, 2015
2. Historic Home Marker
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3. Home of Arthur Krock / Historic Home Marker
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4. Marker and Home of Arthur Krock
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5. View to Southeast from E. Main Street
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6. View to Northwest from E. Main Street
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7. Home of Arthur Krock and Joel Cheek
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on August 31, 2015, by Duane Hall of Abilene, Texas. This page has been viewed 547 times since then and 43 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. submitted on August 31, 2015, by Duane Hall of Abilene, Texas.
