Irvin S. Cobb
Native of Paducah, famed wit and humorist; newspaper reporter, war correspondent and feature writer; author of books, short stories, movie scripts and plays. Started career with local paper. Moved to New York, 1904, to Hollywood, 1934. Beloved, especially for his high tribute to Kentucky's proud folk in his writing and speeches.
Maker presented by Paducah Retail Merchants Association
Marker can be reached from Park Avenue (Business U.S. 60) near North 16th Street, on the right when traveling west.
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