Limestone County Wild and ‘Wooley’ Days 1818 1850's
Rebekah and Richard recount the lively early days of the Athens Square with bear fights, horse races and a jail housing pet panthers! They discuss the significance of Cottonport as a transportation hub and Wooley Springs as an early recreation and wellness resort. In telling the story of the first railroad in Limestone County, they talk about its founders and importance for early residents.
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https://limestonecounty-al.gov/depart...
https://www.alcpl.org/
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