Appalachias Deadliest: Lewis Kilgore

[@timclayton6022]

I only came across your channel just recently, my wife passed away on Memorial day, I want nothing from you, just wanted to let you know that it gives me great comfort to lay in bed and listen to your stories especially after the lights go down, absolutely love your content keep up the great work, Tim from Virginia

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you, Tim. I’m sorry about your wife and I’m glad to hear these stories. Give you a bit of reprieve. Thank you for commenting. God bless you my friend. Glad to have you here.

[@rebeccaramos5135]

My condolences sir.

[@timclayton6022]

@rebeccaramos5135 thank you

[@glenmusick-ev8zy]

My condolences, Sir blessings & prayers

[@rubycollins3492]

Colodences to you

[@sw-js6eh]

I appreciate the fact you referred to the war as "The War Between the States" rather than otherwise. Once again, you've brought another piece of history to us and, just wanna say again, thank you, Brother!!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks for that- some folks don’t appreciate it when I refer to that war as such- but I do so much research in newspapers from the 1800s, it was very very common to refer to it as such

[@hbhkennel918]

The war of Northern aggression.

[@AnnacolleenEtters]

@@TheAppalachianStoryteller That's how we always referred to it as, just like all our books.

[@jeneen591]

My great papaw Feathers would tell us kids stories about his youth and I can honestly say that when I listen to your stories it reminds me so much of him !!! You are truly gifted J .D !!!! Thank you for another trip back in time!!!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you so much for that kind comment, those were the best days- listening to my grandpa’s stories

[@jeneen591]

@@TheAppalachianStoryteller mine to ,he lived to be 97 years old ,I am so grateful that I got to know him and one of the stories I remember him telling was when he was a coalminer he said they would use birds as a warning system which I found so fascinating!!! About 2 years before he passed he still had a garden and his beloved dogs and he worked myself and my brother until we were exhausted and I mean that wonderful old man kept right on working and talking about how us kids had got "cityfied " and in his day you only stopped to eat and sleep !!! Gosh I would love to go back to those days with him ,!! Thank you J.D for doing these amazing videos for all of us !!

[@rustylynch2]

A woman with "come hither eyes" has gotten in a lot of trouble in the past. Now at my age, come hither eyes means that dinner is ready. Hahaha. Or she has a job for me to do. Great story JD. Happy Independence day!!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

im just proud you knew what that term meant!

[@rustylynch2]

@@TheAppalachianStoryteller I understood completely

[@charlesherron9619]

At my age when I see an enticing women I think, bet her corn bread is horrible!

[@stevenruark2930]

Amen brother!

[@Alakwe]

Hope there's some nicer stories,but I'm afraid there has always been sycopaths

[@rubypayton4539]

JD, I have no doubt your book is amazing. But for me, I love your voice when you tell your stories. It just grabs me and I'm in for another good adventure. Thank you.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you so much, Ruby really appreciate your con words and always look forward to your comments. Hope you’re having a blessed weekend.

[@waxheretical]

I understand your comment. I, too, enjoy his voice and I imagine that it would be that voice I'd hear in my head while reading his book. 😊❤️

[@battalion151R]

Growing up with Uncle Remus on Disney, I still hear his voice if I run across one of the old stories. Now I have a new voice in my head.

[@AnnacolleenEtters]

Loved that you showed pictures of what became of Matties home. I often wonder how something so horrible can happen, and we simply bulldoze over it, and forget about it. It's what makes me grateful to you, JD. I am of the firm belief, we should honor the past, by remembering, but how can we remember, if we bulldoze and bury? We have you, thank the Lord!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you so much for this comment, it means a lot to me ❤️

[@whicker59]

Now THIS is a complete AND intriguing story. You did what most story tellers don't do-----bring it up-to-date, complete with location/development. Nice job.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you ❤️

[@CarolLee-mq8er]

Love hearing the true history of places. As long as people know who she was she’ll always be there. No matter what is built over her. Great story. ❤

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you Carol!

[@1bryanestes]

Your stories and your voice are a comfort and remind me of listening to all my kin talk when I was little. Reminds me of days gone, thank you brother

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you brother, glad you enjoyed this one! Hope your having a great week

[@MrSomethingElse]

love this J. D, thanks. i have 30 Liters of wash, 50 liters of corn low wines and enough yeast and sugar for 4 or 5 times that much, i'll start running the stills in a couple of weeks. you have to let it sit for longer as its colder down here in new zeappalachia, thanks friend, great telling of stories, as is usual.

[@chrisp308]

It's awesome y'all can make shine legally

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Send me a picture of your setup [e-mail]

[@MrSomethingElse]

​@@TheAppalachianStoryteller yes sir, can do.

[@MrSomethingElse]

@@TheAppalachianStoryteller done, theres more gear and stuff lying around but its been a long day and ive been doing a lot of , um, quality conrol but you'll get the picture. keep on sir, you tell a tale like the best of them.

[@MrSomethingElse]

@@chrisp308 we can but it's still illegal to sell it, so we get to be a little bit moonshinery.. .. hehehe, they tend to leave us alone, they want to hit cracklabs, not small time shiners, it's pretty cool.

[@michaelstusiak5902]

Some individuals who go through a difficult childhood develop into grievance collectors. They dont forgive or forget anything. Thanks JD

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

"Grievance Collectors" Ive never heard that term before, im gonna remember that and use it somewhere down the road

[@michaelstusiak5902]

​@@TheAppalachianStoryteller it's a major characteristic of a paranoid personality disorder. Also called wound collectors.

[@tundranomad]

I haven't heard either of those terms either. My wife volunteers in a women's prison ministry here in Alaska, and some of the women she works with could relate to this.

[@LuLu-tg1ok]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@laura6796]

Love that you are keeping history alive by telling these stories. Really wonderful job you do!

[@christopherblevins1968]

I'm glad you brought the past and the present together by showing how the property ended up. That was very interesting!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks Christopher! Appreciate that feedback!

[@JohnEvan-l2h]

Hey man from the mountains of the Pacific Northwest thanks for keeping up the ancient tradition of Storytelling even in the technological era!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks so much brother!

[@davidduff5123]

Fantastic story, JD. A good one to listen to while getting ready for work. I especially like your follow-through to present day and what became of the land.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks for that feedback David!

[@Nonniemaye]

Many thanks, JD . Your stories are always interesting and full of past history , they would be completely forgotten if it wasn't for story tellers like you . God bless.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you Nonnie ❤️

[@SasaStamenkovic-t7r]

Greetings from Serbia brother! I truly love your stories!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you so much, glad to have you here! Greetings from the mountains of East Tennessee USA

[@DavidSwank-rh3yr]

I can sit and listen to these for hours

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you so much, brother. Appreciate your commenting and watching. Have a great day.

[@marionbowler5440]

It always surprises me how gruesome people are, making a picnic to go a hanging. I guess with no tv, no phone, no nothing I assume it was entertaining to some. Creepy thank you JD for another amazing story 🙏 ❤🍁

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Times were different, and it’s hard for us to understand, I don’t claim to understand myself… but I find it fascinating

[@battalion151R]

Society was much different. Right was right and wrong was wrong. Today, that is totally bassackwards. Think about the impression that a hanging would have on a kid. "If you become a criminal, this is how you'll end." Today's society could probably use a little "Tough Love." "Wow! That was a heck of a thump. Pass me some more of that chicken."

[@lowbrow_industriez]

Every time I see a new episode, I instantly click on it. Love this channel. Love this kind of storytelling 💯👍

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you so much really appreciate you

[@vickielancaster7054]

Every day I look to see if there's a new story.😊

[@johncostigan6160]

Beautifully told tale, told by a master storyteller. Thank-you.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you ❤️

[@Cguin]

I am from Canada, and since I found your channel last year I am amazed at the culture and stories you tell. I would love to have grown up there. To see those beautiful big trees and tree houses ! you are the # 1 story teller. It takes a special talent to tell and keep your audience enthralled with the story. I wait every day to hear a new one. Planning on buying your book so I can support you and read at bedtime these wonderful stories. Thank you so very much for your talented stories and sharing them with the world. Much love and appreciation 🙏🌈❤️

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Oh, you are awesome. Thank you so much. Blessings from East Tennessee.

[@BSG4x4]

Man I am addicted to your page...top tier sir

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Preciate you! Make yourself at home

[@LynnLing-iz7pi]

I just started listening to your stories. Very informative. Great to hear on a cold autumnal afternoon on the Isle of Man, near the UK .🇮🇲

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Welcome!

[@Just-me2248]

JD. I just stumbled across your site after another 12.5 hour day and now I'm getting ready to have a beverage and listen to the 4th one. Thank you.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Welcome aboard!

[@Keith-bx1gl]

What an excellent story to get a person thinking, reminiscing about things in the past. Listening to this story captivates my thinking and leaves me with a lot of unanswered thoughts @ keep them coming, excellent job narrating as usual!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you Keith!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Support this channel by LIKING, COMMENTING and SUBSCRIBING. Support the costs of research and video production by clicking JOIN or THANKS or by visiting www.theappalachianstoryteller.com Thank you for your support!

[@AmberWavesOfSane]

I think Mattie's spirit is mad that Lewis was buried so close, where his spirit could continue stalking her...

[@rodgale40]

New member just joined.You are a true storyteller I just hope it stays

[@mathewwest8277]

Just discovered your content, you're a gifted story teller.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you brother !

[@ronniebentley5847]

Cool stories. My family is from the hills of Kentucky who ended up moving to NC after my dads mother died. Him and his brother hunted and fished and could shoot like you wouldn't believe.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Yeah, those old timers sure knew how to use a gun. My dad could shoot like nobody’s business.

[@duwaynewireman2425]

I was raised on the banks of the licking river in Royalton KY these stories are so dear to me.

[@derekstocker6661]

Great old American tale, enjoyed this and RIP Maddie. Well done, great piece of American history.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you 😊

[@sarahmoller9716]

Thank you for these stories. Always look forward to hearing them. Stay safe.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you Sarah!

[@BrianFargo333]

Thanks!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you Brian! You just made my day brother!

[@homegrown1015]

Great story, again, JD! Shows what can happen when a young lady is way over zealous of her looks. Batting those baby blues doesn't always work and there will be consequences somewhere down the road. It's a shame that Mattie's daughter was lost in time, but may she be united with her Mama in the afterlife. Thanks❤

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

I’d like to know what happened to the daughter myself thank you so much for watching and commenting. Always blessings from East Tennessee.

[@brianburgess3638]

Absolutely wonderful stories!!!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you 😊

[@onyxpi]

I’m glad I clicked on your site. I can listen to you storytelling every night. I’ve ordered the book but please keep posting. 1Luv.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks so much appreciate you buying the book and thank you so much for watching the videos

[@thislittlelightofmine8776]

Great storytelling, thanks from a NC native learning new things thru your channel!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you so much!

[@lorenzocamacho-vr2bq]

Absolutely interesting stories, stumbled upon your channel and have never heard of these stories, I Absolutely love history and thank you so much for this education

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

That's what this channel is all about, stories found nowhere else and nearly lost to time

[@yvettevitacaponigro]

Thank you for sharing this story! ✌🏼😊

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you !

[@yvettevitacaponigro]

@@TheAppalachianStoryteller 👍🏻😊

[@randlerichardson5826]

Great story JD thanks for sharing with us all GOD BLESS

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you brother

[@user-bluemistbecky]

Great stories. I'm glad you are sharing them. Thank you

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you so much!

[@annah7675]

Great story about my home town. I had never heard about it but do remember the Dutch Inn and vaguely remember hearing about it being haunted. Thanks for sharing it.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you so much, my friend

[@nathancausby4406]

Man this channel is awesome! I love these stories about places near where I live here in Burke County NC and other towns along the Appalachian Mountains! Gonna share your stories on Facebook!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you for sharing these stories. That is the number one way to support this channel and it really really helps me out. I appreciate you. Hope you’re having a great Saturday.

[@tennesse_courier]

I wondr how many other places are built on top of someone's grave. It is very interesting that two businesses shut down ... Absolutely fascinating story well done.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

I’m sure the entire planet is a graveyard, I just ran across an old property map from the 1800s and I traced it until today along with building permits, and that’s how I tracked it

[@1400harley]

Lucky to have signal here in deer camp up in central bc Canada... perfect channel to listen to over a warm fire under the stars away from civilization... thanks for the great stories!!!!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

That sounds like an awesome place to be!

[@1400harley]

@@TheAppalachianStoryteller yes it is.... you can look up Hellena lk in the Cariboo region of BC, right near the town of Lac La Hache. It's a beautiful area... lol

[@raymondbradley6788]

Thank you, JD. That was a tragic story. Thanks for sharing history.🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you for watching Raymond. Hope you’re having a blessed day

[@robbie5984]

What a great story. If it wasn’t for you it truly would be a forgotten story. Thank you.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you so much!

[@enmanueldelgado1348]

Appreciate your hard work from Akron Ohio. Thank you sir!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you 😊

[@upyorkstate5541]

Subscribed... excellent stories in your own voice! Many families, including mine, have lived here in Wayne Co., UpYork State since 1811. We have our stories as well, and church picnics.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you so much, my friend. Really happy to have you here thank you for subscribing and make yourself right at home.

[@Martyemar]

Thanks again for a wonderful story! I really appreciate the fact that you updated us about the area and what became of the house and burial spot of Lewis. It would be awesome if you could find out what happened to the daughter, but i know your time is limited and you have many more stories to tell. I can't wait to hear them all!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you so much! Hope you are having a great week!

[@Chad_Rusher]

Man I'm new but I'm loving the channel, thanks for the content u post for us to enjoy

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Welcome brother so glad to have you here pull up a chair and make yourself at home

[@marinewarrior2127]

I’m from Henderson County. I heard this story 5 years ago. Great story. Thank you.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

where did you hear it? got a link?

[@marinewarrior2127]

@@TheAppalachianStoryteller It was from a book called “From the Banks of the Oklawaha”. By Frank Fitzsimmons

[@deecooper1567]

Thank you JD 👍👵🏻❣️

[@reneerollins4433]

Excellent story telling! Thanks for sharing some more history with us😊

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you so much, Renee. Hope everything’s going well for you. Blessings from East Tennessee.

[@silkkdread]

I’m impressed with how you end the video with the present geographical and constructional changes. Very thorough with historical research and modern day updates 👍🏾🤌🏾💯

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

I'm glad you appreciate the modern day updates!

[@JamesMarion-z7p]

Great story and social history

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you James!

[@johnbubbajohnson5630]

Thank you sir for sharing this story with us. God bless you and your whole family..🙏🙏🙏

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you, John. Have a blessed weekend, brother.

[@judyingram-kh1vm]

Great story JD. Thank you for sharing this with us.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you Judy. Hope you’re having a great weekend so far.

[@nicholassteel5529]

Another real story masterfully told. 👍✌️

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you so much my friend, happy 4th!

[@soniaclayton3563]

Sad when history does not remember love the story

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you, Sonia

[@steveshoemaker6347]

Thanks JD for all of your research in making these fine videos.....Thanks again brother in Christ..... Old F-4 II Shoe🇺🇸....ln my 80's now....

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks so much, Steve. I appreciate you for listening to these stories and always enjoy reading your comments. Have a blessed day, brother.

[@tcarter824]

Another Job Well Done, JD. God Bless

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you brother, hope all is well!

[@nancygoerlich8526]

Another good one, JD! And who should pop into my head but Paul Harvey! "Now you know....the rest of the story!"

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Yes! I love paul Harvey

[@dougramsay4156]

Great, interesting story, well told!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@chrishensley6745]

Glad you are back on here.....I was wondering about ya man. another goodin JD!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

I went nowhere, brother I just had a lot of irons in the fire

[@kevinbode6483]

Very interesting and with double morals.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks so much Kevin. Have a great day, brother.

[@carolt6233]

Love your stories JD!!

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you Carol!

[@debbiekearns7702]

I'd love the book. Won't be as good as your story telling.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

The book is my storytelling, just without video, many folks tell me that they hear my voice in their head as they read them! Hope your having a blessed day Debbie

[@stevenbucelato]

Great story! Thank you

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@neeceeboo777]

What a tragic story. Lewis was one to hold a grudge. Wonder what became of the seven year old daughter? Thanks for sharing this JD.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

I couldnt find a single clue about Mattie's little girl.

[@mariannebowman6114]

Excellent! Thank you.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you so much, my friend. Hope you’re having a great Saturday.

[@curvesholladay1207]

Another outstanding story! ❤

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you so much really appreciate you have a great Saturday

[@douglife8566]

Reminds me of my fathers voice. Thank you.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks so much!

[@edwardh1591]

Interesting story. Justice served!😊

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Yes sir

[@randlerichardson5826]

Good morning JD

[@markblackburn8685]

And they say in that laundromat you can put $5 worth of quarters in the dryer and your clothes never get dry but if you listen really hard you can hear a woman laughing. 😂

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

😆

[@NoraHarris68]

Excellent work on this. Thank you. God bless you and yours.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you Nora! Have a blessed day

[@johnpeddicord4932]

Enjoyed again JD

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks John! Hope you have a great week brother!

[@williamrehmann8342]

Love your content. I’ll be buying your book today. Thank you for your videos. God Bless.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you so much ❤️

[@RobertaReal7980]

Putting these in more modern times, can you imagine receiving capital punishment for stealing a car? As always great story.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Yeah, you’re right, but it was a total different time you steal a horse you were risking your life

[@Uneasy80]

love your stories! Nothing like true history.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Yes ! True history is what makes this channel special

[@RuthCollins-g1g]

Good story keep it up God bless you

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you so much blessings from East Tennessee

[@matthewsandifer2673]

Just bought the book, can't wait.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you Matthew!

[@calebsmith3619]

I grew up in Hendersonville never knew this story. Great place to live.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

It’s such a beautiful area

[@stephenhoward4549]

Keep writing them friend, I'm gonna buy that book.....

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you brother

[@DavidGold-k3y]

A wealth of history loving jd mama tollet is smiling D Ingram in Jamaica 🇯🇲

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you for this comment to remind me of my sweet granny ❤️

[@olskool3967]

thanks JD, i look forward to your stories,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you, brother. Hope all is well for you and your neck of the woods.

[@JeanBray-cj3lu]

Dang, you do tell some good stories J D!!! Thank you.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks so much Jean!

[@MariaLucero-bg9hc]

Watching from Southern Idaho

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Hello there!

[@janiceharvey7933]

If you think about it, do any of us really know what once occupied the land that our homes sit on. Such a haunting story of lives wasted.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

You’re exactly right it really made me think about that as I was working on this story we’re all standing on a graveyard

[@davidbigbee3556]

Excellent story!!!👍🏻

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you so much, my friend. Hope you’re having a great Saturday.

[@jamesholbrook7785]

Another great story JD. 👍

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thanks so much, James. Good to see you, brother. Hope you’re doing all right.

[@prestonbain6670]

Great narration! Where do you get all these stories? Is there more information on these stories that we can learn about?

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

I am a life long historian and have a doctorate degree in research. I spent countless hours digging thru records that have been nearly lost to time to breathe life into these forgotten stories.

[@prestonbain6670]

@@TheAppalachianStoryteller Thank you for keeping history alive.

[@stuartwhelan233]

Love listening to your stories in Carlisle Cumbria England well done ❤❤

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you Stuart! Howdy from the hills of East Tennessee usa

[@ginamcknight8115]

Great story

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@tylertapp131]

Good stuff bud, I'd be curious how much you could find out about my neck of the woods, if theres any stories still out there I've always wondered. Keep up the good work and god bless from ole Carolina.

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

What would you like to hear about my friend? If you have a story in mind, let me know.

[@tylertapp131]

@@TheAppalachianStoryteller I really wish I did, truth is, I know very little about the history of my area. I love the history of the 1800s the most and I know it goes back a good ways, because we have several old homestead foundations and chimneys around, left to rot and have been forgotten. A buddy of mine has even found civil war bullets here and I've found graves marked with a simple rock in the woods in places. I know some of those date back to atleast the civil war because I've known people that had them dated and even searched to make sure no remains were still there. Some of the people that had them searched were buildin houses back in the 60s, 70s, and 80s.

[@CrazyArt-r5e]

Good story. Love it as always ❤

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you! 😊

[@cecilwilson5442]

Listening to these stories about the old days it's simple and tough times with the church being central for all the counties,, think a lot of this have gone wayward,,☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️ from northern Ireland

[@TheAppalachianStoryteller]

Thank you ❤️