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  I - Courthouse II - Clock Tower III - Exterior IV - Interior V - Historic Images
THE LOVE SONG OF J. RIELY GORDON
A series of photo essays of courthouses designed by J.R.G.


Chapter One: The Fayette County Courthouse c. 1891

II. Clock / Bell Tower
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The Clockworks
< Clock/Bell Tower, Page 2
Tiny 8-inch square steps with no railing or handhold brings one to the clockworks.
Fayette County Courthouse clock clockwork
The courhouse clock mechanism
The four-way clock gear
The four-way drive mechanism
Courthouse clock mechanism
Another view of the clock mechanism
Clockface with  reversed numerous

The four clock faces - with reversed numerals give off a rich amber glow even during the day (if you happen to be inside). At night it appears faint and ghostly - perfect for Halloween.
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The reversed numerals -
Does anybody really know what time it is?
 
   
 
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