The Gouge Tragedy
Harmon Gouge was a businessman in Carter County, Tennessee. A simple business argument with his partner, in 1937, would become a tragedy felt everywhere. Gouge...
The Consequences of Irreverent Laughter
Scott County’s only double-execution occurred on February 6, 1885. The hanging occurred in “Estillville,” later known as Gate City. William Gibson traveled with cousin, George...