Kenton Library Archives

A huge thank you to Josh Porter from the Faulkner/Morgan Archive for joining us on June 11, 2026, to share the rich and often overlooked history of Kentucky's LGBTQ+ communities. Drawing on years of research, Porter explored stories spanning from the Revolutionary War era through the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement, highlighting the individuals, communities, and events that have shaped Kentucky's q***r history. We appreciate him sharing his expertise and helping bring these important stories to light.

Early June 1926 brought Derby fever to Northern Kentucky as the Kentucky Post splashed the headline: “Bradley Takes Derby” across its front page following the dramatic finish at Latonia.

On June 6, 1926, thousands packed the track to witness E.R. Bradley’s horse surge to victory in one of the era’s most talked-about Kentucky Derbies. The paper captured not only the thrilling race itself, but also the fashion, excitement, and social scene surrounding Derby weekend nearly 100 years ago.

From cloche hats and sharp summer suits to crowded grandstands and buzzing headlines, this front page is a snapshot of Kentucky history in the Roaring Twenties.