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Memories of a Schoolgirl: Stories of a One Room Schoolhouse
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- Kennedy, Mary
- Simmons, Neva
Memories of a Schoolgirl: Stories of a One Room Schoolhouse
In this project, Mary Kennedy interviewed Neva Simmons about the education system in Appalachia and about one room schoolhouses. In the interview, Ms. Simmons described the look of the schoolhouse and how they would function, games the students would play, and many details about day-to-day life in a one room school. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Kennedy, Mary
- Simmons, Neva
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How Did You Get Into Racing? Darrell Graham Explains
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- Monetti, Alexander Robert
- Graham, Darrell
- Cox, Ricky
How Did You Get Into Racing? Darrell Graham Explains
In this project, Alexander Robert Monetti interviewed his coworker at Autozone in Fairlawn, Virginia about his life, automotive mechanics, auto racing and about racing culture. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Monetti, Alexander Robert
- Graham, Darrell
- Cox, Ricky
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The Simple Life: Erma Martin's Life in Chilhowie, Virginia
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- Haddock, Kaitlin
- Martin, Erma
The Simple Life: Erma Martin's Life in Chilhowie, Virginia
In this project, Kaitlin Haccock interviewed Erma Martin in her kitchen in Chilhowie, Virginia. Ms. Martin spoke of the importance of family, the challenges of growing up in a small town and the impact that had on her life. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Haddock, Kaitlin
- Martin, Erma
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Thomas Edward Robinson, Sr.
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- Robinson, Amanda
- Robinson, Pamela A.
- Robinson, Thomas E. Sr.
- Cox, Ricky
Thomas Edward Robinson, Sr.
In this project, Amanda Robinson interviewed her grandfather, Thomas E. Robinson Sr in Gore, Virginia. Mr. Gore talked about his life, his family, how children had to do chores in the morning before school, storing food in the ground, and other aspects of his life. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Robinson, Amanda
- Robinson, Pamela A.
- Robinson, Thomas E. Sr.
- Cox, Ricky
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Like a Flash in a Pan! Starting a Life Together in Southwest Virginia, the Meade's and Huffman's
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- McComas, Martha
- Huffman, Joyce
- Meade, Roger
- Meade, Gladys
Like a Flash in a Pan! Starting a Life Together in Southwest Virginia, the Meade's and Huffman's
In this project, Martha McComas interviewed her maternal grandparents, Roger and Gladys Meade, and Roger’s sister Joyce Huffman, who is married to Glady’s brother Clifford. During the interview, topics covered include the importance of family, unique family traditions, courtship, marriage, and starting a family together. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- McComas, Martha
- Huffman, Joyce
- Meade, Roger
- Meade, Gladys
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From Garden to Can
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- Moore, Samantha
- Cockran, Jean
- Preston, K.
- Cox, Ricky
From Garden to Can
In this project, Samantha Moore interviewed Jean Cockran and K. Preston, both teachers at Bellview Elementary School in Radford, Virginia on the subject of canning. In the interviews, the two spoke of gardening for the purpose of canning, preparing the vegetables for canning, and the canning process itself. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Moore, Samantha
- Cockran, Jean
- Preston, K.
- Cox, Ricky
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A Recollection on Times of Mourning in West Virginia: The Experiences of Tammy Kolarich
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- Kolarich, Louis C.
- Kolarich, Tammy L.
- Cox, Ricky
A Recollection on Times of Mourning in West Virginia: The Experiences of Tammy Kolarich
In this project, Louis C. Kolarich interviewed his mother, Tammy L. Kolarich about funeral traditions and customs, how funerals differ based on the age and location of the deceased, and how traditions have changed over time. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Kolarich, Louis C.
- Kolarich, Tammy L.
- Cox, Ricky
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Real Mountain Magic: Witchcraft and Healing
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- Krauch, David
- Hansen, Anna Maria
Real Mountain Magic: Witchcraft and Healing
In this project, David Krauch thought back on his childhood and how he knew people who told stories about home remedies for various ailments. With that in mind he contacted Anna Maria Hanson, who is both an herbalist and a witch. During the interview, Ms. Hanson performed a Wiccan ritual, and spoke of herbs, which was expected. What was a surprise though is that also during this process, Mr. Krauch had a mild heart attack and was assisted by Ms. Hanson.
This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Krauch, David
- Hansen, Anna Maria
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Oh How Time Makes Change: The Progress of Technology at the RU Print Shop
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- Bayliss, Matthew Alfred
- Coalson, Danny
Oh How Time Makes Change: The Progress of Technology at the RU Print Shop
In this project, Matthew Alfred Bayliss interviewed Danny Coalson from the Radford University Print Shop. Mr. Coalson talked about various changes in the shop over the years including the origin of the shop, changing of delivery systems, and improvements to the machines over the years. This interview is among projects created by students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2019, and in graduate level counterparts English 548 and 648 “Appalachian Folk Culture(s)” offered 17 fall semesters between 1987 and 2009. Minimally contain collector’s introduction and analysis, transcribed informant interviews, and excerpted and labeled examples of oral, customary, and/or material folklore/folklife collected primarily within the Appalachian region. Most include also tables of contents, informant information, indexes (outlines) of interviews, photographs, miscellaneous paper items, and indexes of informants, genres, and geographic locations. Accompanying audio recordings (several minutes to 2+ hours). Transferred to McConnell Library Archives & Special Collections from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Bayliss, Matthew Alfred
- Coalson, Danny
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- Appalachia
- Folklore--Appalachia9
- Oral histories--Appalachia9
- Canning and preserving.1
- Death.1
- Education, Rural.1
- Education.1
- Farms.1
- Gardening.1
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- Cox, Ricky4
- Bayliss, Matthew Alfred1
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- Cockran, Jean1
- Graham, Darrell1
- Haddock, Kaitlin1
- Hansen, Anna Maria1
- Huffman, Joyce1
- Kennedy, Mary1
- Kolarich, Louis C.1
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