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We Had A Great Childhood. Memories of Two Sisters Growing Up in Wise, Virginia
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- Hibbitts, Allison
- Gardner, Sherry
- Womble, Kim
We Had A Great Childhood. Memories of Two Sisters Growing Up in Wise, Virginia
In this project Allison Hibbitts interviewed her mother, Sherry Gardner; and her aunt, Kim Womble. The two interviewees spoke of growing up in Wise County, Virginia, coal mining, baptisms, church services, superstitions, going to see the doctor in Pound Virginia, and life in a small mountain community. 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
- Hibbitts, Allison
- Gardner, Sherry
- Womble, Kim
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Education in the Past: Both Sides of the Story
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- Oliveto, Angie
- Albert, Nola
- Hurt, Stanley
- Cox, Elbert
Education in the Past: Both Sides of the Story
In this project, Angie Oliveto interviewed Nola Albert, Stanley Hurt, and Elbert Cox about their experiences in education- both as teachers and students. Ms. Oliveto is studying to be a teacher herself, so this project struck a personal note with her. These interviewed touched on subjects including how education has changed over the years, and how classroom life and interactions have changed. 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
- Oliveto, Angie
- Albert, Nola
- Hurt, Stanley
- Cox, Elbert
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Dora Simpkins: the Life, Times, and Family of a Mountain Woman, Audio Part 1
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- Simpkins, Ian
- Simpkins, Tommie Jean
- Simpkins, Allen Wayne
Dora Simpkins: the Life, Times, and Family of a Mountain Woman, Audio Part 1
In this project, Ian Simpkins interviewed Tommie Jean Simpkins and Allen Wayne Simpkins about her great grandmother, Dora Simpkins. Topics covered include clothing, healing, food, superstitions, and belief in the supernatural. 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
- Simpkins, Ian
- Simpkins, Tommie Jean
- Simpkins, Allen Wayne
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There's Something About Mertie: The Life and Times of Mertie Widner, Audio
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- Cullop, Shai
- Cullop, Ann S.
- Moore, Mary E.
There's Something About Mertie: The Life and Times of Mertie Widner, Audio
In this project, Shai Cullop interviewed her mother, Ann Cullop and a cousin, Mary Moore with the intent of learning about a relative she had never met, her aunt Mertie Widner. Ms. Widner wsa just an ordinary woman who lived in Appalachia, but she is the subject of many family stories and the source of many of its traditions. 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
- Cullop, Shai
- Cullop, Ann S.
- Moore, Mary E.
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Living Without Technology: Growing up Female in Southwest Virginia
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- Hill, Joslyn
- Flanary, Ruth
Living Without Technology: Growing up Female in Southwest Virginia
This project, by Joslyn Hill focused on her grandmother, Ruth Flanary, and how her life had been lived and has changed over time. Topics covered in this interview include canning, making buttermilk, making clothes, raising children, and how technology makes things different today. Not necessarily better, but different. 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
- Hill, Joslyn
- Flanary, Ruth
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Growing Up in the Mountains, Audio
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- Weddle, William (3rd)
- Younce, Barney McCoy Jr.
- Younce, Mildred
Growing Up in the Mountains, Audio
In this project, William Weddle interviewed his grandparents Barney and Midlred Younce to learn more about their early lives growing up in Russell County, Virginia. Topics covered in the interviews include games children played, work expectations for children, attending both school and church, and other details about daily life as children. 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
- Weddle, William (3rd)
- Younce, Barney McCoy Jr.
- Younce, Mildred
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The Memories of Ruth Mae Blankenship-Wilkerson, Audio
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- Hallares, Joleen
- Blankenship-Wilkerson, Ruth Mae
The Memories of Ruth Mae Blankenship-Wilkerson, Audio
Among projects of students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2014, 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 Archvies & Special Colelctions from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Hallares, Joleen
- Blankenship-Wilkerson, Ruth Mae
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Michael O'Quinn and Poor Valley
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- Snodgrass, Justin
- O'Quinn, Michael "Pickle"
Michael O'Quinn and Poor Valley
Among projects of students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2014, 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 Archvies & Special Colelctions from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Snodgrass, Justin
- O'Quinn, Michael "Pickle"
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Michael O'Quinn and Poor Valley, Audio
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- Snodgrass, Justin
- O'Quinn, Michael "Pickle"
Michael O'Quinn and Poor Valley, Audio
Among projects of students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2014, 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 Archvies & Special Colelctions from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Snodgrass, Justin
- O'Quinn, Michael "Pickle"
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The Memories of Ruth Mae Blankenship-Wilkerson
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- Hallares, Joleen
- Blankenship-Wilkerson, Ruth Mae
The Memories of Ruth Mae Blankenship-Wilkerson
Among projects of students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2014, 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 Archvies & Special Colelctions from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Hallares, Joleen
- Blankenship-Wilkerson, Ruth Mae
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Back to the Earth: A Brief Study of Music in Appalachia
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- Retting, Jake
- Cox, Ricky
Back to the Earth: A Brief Study of Music in Appalachia
Among projects of students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2014, 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 Archvies & Special Colelctions from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Retting, Jake
- Cox, Ricky
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Back to the Earth: A Brief Study of Music in Appalachia, Audio
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- Retting, Jake
- Cox, Ricky
Back to the Earth: A Brief Study of Music in Appalachia, Audio
Among projects of students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2014, 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 Archvies & Special Colelctions from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Retting, Jake
- Cox, Ricky
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Benny Wood: A Life Remembered
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- Sheppard, Sarah
- Wood, Benjamin Lewis
Benny Wood: A Life Remembered
Among projects of students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2014, 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 Archvies & Special Colelctions from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Sheppard, Sarah
- Wood, Benjamin Lewis
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Benny Wood: A Life Remembered, Audio, 1
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- Sheppard, Sarah
- Wood, Benjamin Lewis
Benny Wood: A Life Remembered, Audio, 1
Among projects of students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2014, 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 Archvies & Special Colelctions from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Sheppard, Sarah
- Wood, Benjamin Lewis
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Benny Wood: A Life Remembered, Audio 2
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- Sheppard, Sarah
- Wood, Benjamin Lewis
Benny Wood: A Life Remembered, Audio 2
Among projects of students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2014, 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 Archvies & Special Colelctions from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Sheppard, Sarah
- Wood, Benjamin Lewis
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Mrs. Hollandsworth's Burlington
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- Peacock, Amanda
- Hollandsworth, Muriel
Mrs. Hollandsworth's Burlington
Among projects of students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2014, 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 Archvies & Special Colelctions from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Peacock, Amanda
- Hollandsworth, Muriel
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Mrs. Hollandsworth's Burlington, Audio
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- Peacock, Amanda
- Hollandsworth, Muriel
Mrs. Hollandsworth's Burlington, Audio
Among projects of students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2014, 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 Archvies & Special Colelctions from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Peacock, Amanda
- Hollandsworth, Muriel
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Rich in Spirit on Middle Creek: The Life and Times of Barbara Elswick
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- Nickell, Kelly Brooke
- Elswick, Barbara
Rich in Spirit on Middle Creek: The Life and Times of Barbara Elswick
Among projects of students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2014, 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 Archvies & Special Colelctions from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Nickell, Kelly Brooke
- Elswick, Barbara
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Rich in Spirit on Middle Creek: The Life and Times of Barbara Elswick, Audio
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- Nickell, Kelly Brooke
- Elswick, Barbara
Rich in Spirit on Middle Creek: The Life and Times of Barbara Elswick, Audio
Among projects of students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2014, 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 Archvies & Special Colelctions from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Nickell, Kelly Brooke
- Elswick, Barbara
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The Good Old Days: Roger Bush Remembers Growing Up in Buffalo Hollow
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- Stocker, Jodi Bush
- Bush, Donnie Roger
The Good Old Days: Roger Bush Remembers Growing Up in Buffalo Hollow
Among projects of students enrolled in English 446 (initially English 452), “Appalachian Folklore,” 1981-2014, 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 Archvies & Special Colelctions from Appalachian Regional and Rural Studies Center, Fall 2013.- Creator
- Stocker, Jodi Bush
- Bush, Donnie Roger
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Preserving Food: A Way of Life
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- Blevins, Megan
- Smith, Robert L.
- Allen, Jo Ann
- Clark, William
- Blevins, Connie
- Cox, Ricky
Preserving Food: A Way of Life
In this project, Emily Wiley interviewed Robert L. Smith, Jo Ann, William Clark, and Connie Blevins about the subject of food preservation. The four interviews provide various information and ideas about canning and reminiscences about how canning food has changed 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
- Blevins, Megan
- Smith, Robert L.
- Allen, Jo Ann
- Clark, William
- Blevins, Connie
- Cox, Ricky
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The Appalachian Dulcimer: Inspiring Stories of Devotion, Love, and Preservation
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- Miller, Jeremy
- Dixon, Amy
- Messick, Walter
The Appalachian Dulcimer: Inspiring Stories of Devotion, Love, and Preservation
In this project, Jeremy Miller interviewed Amy Dixon, about playing the Appalachian dulcimer, and Walter Messick about building the Appalachian dulcimer. During the interviews, Ms. Miller spoke of her cousin Jean Ritchie, building her first instrument, learning to play, and more. Mr. Messick spoke of gworing up in Philadelphia and later moving to Whitetop in Grayson County, being a pastor, learning to make instruments from Albert Hash, and building dulcimers on his own. 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
- Miller, Jeremy
- Dixon, Amy
- Messick, Walter
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Swimming in the Branch: The Memoirs of Christine Wheeling Akers
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- Akers, Christine
- Akers, Danielle
Swimming in the Branch: The Memoirs of Christine Wheeling Akers
In this project, Danielle Akers interviewed her grandmother Christine Akers, who was born February 2, 1941 in Fagg, Virginia. The interview was conducted in Shawsville, Virginia and covered, among other topics, music, religion, musical instruments, local history, family, and food.
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
- Akers, Christine
- Akers, Danielle
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Flowin' North: Folklore Traditions Shaped by Life on the New River
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- Sowers, Emilee B.
- Kitts, Allen
- Sowers, Ralph E.
Flowin' North: Folklore Traditions Shaped by Life on the New River
In this project, Emilee Sowers interviewed her father, Ralph Sowers, and his fishing buddy Allen Kitts about their experiences fishing the New River. Ms. Sowers had been fishing with the two men throughout most of her life so the interviews were very relaxed. 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
- Sowers, Emilee B.
- Kitts, Allen
- Sowers, Ralph E.
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A Sense of Community: Dudley's Truck Stop
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- Tallant, Wendy
- Dudley, Barbara
- Young, Tori
A Sense of Community: Dudley's Truck Stop
In this project, Wendy Tallant interviewed Barbara Dudley, owner of Dudley’s Truckstop Restaurant in Rocky Mount, Virginia and Dudley’s granddaughter (and Tallant’s roommate) Tori Young. Ms. Dudley spoke of how and why she opened her restaurant, how she became interested in cooking, spoke about her customers and more. Ms. Young spoke of her experiences working at the restaurant. 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
- Tallant, Wendy
- Dudley, Barbara
- Young, Tori
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La Rivere "Ingles Castle"
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- Varn, Mori
- Wilson, A. C., Jr.
La Rivere "Ingles Castle"
In this project, Mori Varn interviewed A.C. Wilson Jr, who had recently purchased La Riviere in Radford, Virginia. La Riviere is a castle-like home built by a descendant of Mary Draper Ingles. Mr. Wilson spoke of the history of the house, his plans for renovations and plans for creating a Bed and Breakfast there in the future. 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
- Varn, Mori
- Wilson, A. C., Jr.
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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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Mountain Metropolis: A Portrait of a Young Girl in War, West Virginia
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- Atwell, Travis
- Herndon, Joyce
- Cox, Ricky
Mountain Metropolis: A Portrait of a Young Girl in War, West Virginia
In this project, Travis Atwell interviewed his grandmother Joyce Herndon, who was born November 11, 1941 in War, West Virginia and later in life moved to Peterstown, West Virginia, where this interview was conducted. During their talk, topics such as food, home crafts, clothing, toys, animal stories, dance, and death were covered.
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
- Atwell, Travis
- Herndon, Joyce
- Cox, Ricky
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Appalachian Craftspeople: A Stained Glass Artist and a Woodturner
- Creator
- Craig, Alex
- Shearer, Kathy
- Clark, Terry A.
Appalachian Craftspeople: A Stained Glass Artist and a Woodturner
In this project, Alex Craig spoke with Kathy Shearer, who runs the Cave House Craft Shop in Abingdon, Virginia. Ms. Shearer spoke of the history of the Cave House, told a ghost story, spoke about stained glass, and explained how the shop operates. When asked for a referral to one of the craftspeople participating in the shop, she gave the name of Terry Clark, a woodturner who lives in Troutdale, Virginia. Mr. Clark provided a detailed summary of his life and both demonstrated and explained the craft or woodturning. 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
- Craig, Alex
- Shearer, Kathy
- Clark, Terry A.
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Lonzie Alderman: Forty Years of Gospel
- Creator
- Clarke, Rebecca
- Alderman, Lonzie
Lonzie Alderman: Forty Years of Gospel
In this project, Rebecca Clarke interviewed musician Lonzie Alderman, who was born September 23, 1937 in Willis, Virginia. Mr. Alderman was a founding member of the gospel group The Good Intentions. The interview was conducted in Willis, Virginia and covered, among other topics, his 40 year music career, religious music, and songwriting. 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
- Clarke, Rebecca
- Alderman, Lonzie
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Dora Simpkins: the Life, Times, and Family of a Mountain Woman
- Creator
- Simpkins, Ian
- Simpkins, Tommie Jean
- Simpkins, Allen Wayne
Dora Simpkins: the Life, Times, and Family of a Mountain Woman
In this project, Ian Simpkins interviewed Tommie Jean Simpkins and Allen Wayne Simpkins about her great grandmother, Dora Simpkins. Topics covered include clothing, healing, food, superstitions, and belief in the supernatural. 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
- Simpkins, Ian
- Simpkins, Tommie Jean
- Simpkins, Allen Wayne
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Action and Adventure in Appalachia: A Conversation with Charlie Hall
- Creator
- Carner, Catherine
- Hall, Charlie Henry
- Cox, Ricky
Action and Adventure in Appalachia: A Conversation with Charlie Hall
In this project, Catherine Carner interviewed Charlie Henry Hall, in his home in Radford, Virginia. In this interview he spoke of ghosts, local history, and the Civil War. 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
- Carner, Catherine
- Hall, Charlie Henry
- Cox, Ricky
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Growing Up Like the Waltons
- Creator
- Graham, Angie
- Graham, Allen Leon
- Cox, Ricky
Growing Up Like the Waltons
In this project, Angie Graham interviewed her father, Allen Leon Graham, who was born March 16, 1951 in Montgomery County, Virginia. The interview was conducted in Christiansburg, Virginia and covered, among other topics, farm crafts, tools, shelter, clothing, and farming. 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
- Graham, Angie
- Graham, Allen Leon
- Cox, Ricky
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Growing Up and Working Hard: The Life of Paul D. Duncan
- Creator
- Calder, Katie
- Duncan, Paul D.
- Cox, Ricky
Growing Up and Working Hard: The Life of Paul D. Duncan
In this project, Catie Calder interviewed Paul D. Duncan, of Radford, Virginia. Mr. Duncan grew up in neighboring Floyd County and had worked in many jobs during his lifetime, including working on a ferryboat, a textile mill and at The Clover Creamery as well as having been in the Army. He spoke of growing up in Floyd County and of his life in Radford City. 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
- Calder, Katie
- Duncan, Paul D.
- Cox, Ricky
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Farming the Ole Timey Way: The Robinson Way
- Creator
- Webb, Nathan
- Robinson, Sterling
- Cox, Ricky
Farming the Ole Timey Way: The Robinson Way
In this project, Nathan Webb interviewed his grandfather, Sterling Robinson. Mr. Robinson grew up and worked the farm that his father also grew up on and worked and had a very deep knowledge about how to farm in the Appalachian mountains. In addition to being a farmer, Mr. Robinson had also been an agriculture teacher during his lifetime. 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
- Webb, Nathan
- Robinson, Sterling
- Cox, Ricky
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Carrying on the Legacy: The Next Generation of the Infamous Lutz Show Cows
- Creator
- Harral, Ashley
- Lutz, Avery
Carrying on the Legacy: The Next Generation of the Infamous Lutz Show Cows
In this project, Angie Graham interviewed her friend, Avery Lutz, who was born on the Deerview Jerseys farm in Mocksville, North Carolina County, Virginia. The interview was conducted in Christiansburg, Virginia and covered, among other topics, farming, how the Lutz family started showing cows, farms, and farming 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
- Harral, Ashley
- Lutz, Avery
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Preserving Railroad History Through Museums: Creation of Railroad Exhibit at the Glencoe in Radford and Examination of the Transportation Museum in Roanoke
- Creator
- Fox, Jessica
- Jeffries, Bud
- Hardy, Charles
Preserving Railroad History Through Museums: Creation of Railroad Exhibit at the Glencoe in Radford and Examination of the Transportation Museum in Roanoke
In this project, Jessica Fox interviewed Bud Jeffries, and Charles Hardy about railroads. The interviews covered topics ranging from railroad history to museum exhibits, to personal stories of working for the railroad. 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
- Fox, Jessica
- Jeffries, Bud
- Hardy, Charles
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Growing Up in a Rural Community: Gary Thomas and Betty Copenhaver
- Creator
- Hutton, Jade
- Thomas, Gary
- Copenhaver, Betty
Growing Up in a Rural Community: Gary Thomas and Betty Copenhaver
In this project, Jade Hutton interviewed Gary Thomas, in Meadowview, Virginia and Betty Copenhaver, in Abingdon, Virginia. During these interviews, she heard about farmlife, gardening, killing hogs, canning, housekeeping, and other aspects of rural living. The interview was conducted in both Meadowview, and Abingdon at the respective homes of Thomas and Copenhaver. 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
- Hutton, Jade
- Thomas, Gary
- Copenhaver, Betty
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Family and Faith: Baptist Traditions in Asheville, North Carolina
- Creator
- Banus, Stephanie Joy
- Banus, Elizabeth Ann
- Cox, Ricky
Family and Faith: Baptist Traditions in Asheville, North Carolina
In this project, Stephanie Banus interviewed her grandmother, Elizabeth Ann Banus in Florence, South Carolina. They spoke about the Baptist church, folk music, religious tradition, and various other things involving religion. 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
- Banus, Stephanie Joy
- Banus, Elizabeth Ann
- Cox, Ricky
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The Life of James Walker: A Deeper Look into Life in Radford and a Significant Conversion Experience
- Creator
- Flavin, Taylor
- Walker, James
- Walker, Gaylord May
- Cox, Ricky
The Life of James Walker: A Deeper Look into Life in Radford and a Significant Conversion Experience
In this project, Taylor Flavin interviewed James, and Gaylord May Walker in their home in Radford, Virginia. During the interview, The Walkers covered such topics as religion, family, the history of Radford, music and prayer. James Walker had worked in a grocery store, been in the military and was a preacher for many years. Gaylord Walker had previously worked in the Burlington Textile Mill. 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
- Flavin, Taylor
- Walker, James
- Walker, Gaylord May
- Cox, Ricky
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Growing Up Appalachian: The Persinger Family
- Creator
- Fuller, Mara
- Fuller, Hazel Persinger
Growing Up Appalachian: The Persinger Family
In this project, Mara Fuller interviewed her grandmother, Hazel Persinger Fuller. Ms. Fuller spoke of her childhood, religious beliefs, her superstitions, and her family. 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
- Fuller, Mara
- Fuller, Hazel Persinger
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Decoration Day: A Multi-Generational Look at a Family Tradition
- Creator
- Hypes, Lori
- Hughes, Gladys
Decoration Day: A Multi-Generational Look at a Family Tradition
In this project, Lori Hypes interviewed her great aunt, Gladys Hughes about their family’s observation of Decoration Day, a tradition that includes a month long preparation including making crepe paper flowers, making grape vine wreaths, cooking food and celebrating family.
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
- Hypes, Lori
- Hughes, Gladys
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Folklife and Coastline
- Creator
- Millard, Kyle
- Millard, Linda
Folklife and Coastline
In this project, Kyle Millard interviewed his mother Linda Millard in her home in Virginia Beach, Virginia. During the interview she talked about her early interest in sewing, her childhood, life in Virginia Beach over the years including some serious storms she lived through, her experiences in commercial crafts such as pottery as well as hand-sewn items. 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
- Millard, Kyle
- Millard, Linda
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Unforgettable Experiences: Dealing with the Flood of 1985
- Creator
- Parr, Matthew T.
- Gibson, Crystal
- Parr, Susan
- Parr, Thomas
- Cox, Ricky
Unforgettable Experiences: Dealing with the Flood of 1985
In this Matthew Parr interviewed his parents, Thomas and Susan Parr, and Crystal Gibson about a flood in Roanoke Virginia in 1985. During the interview, the three interviewees told personal stories of how they dealt with and survived the flood. 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
- Parr, Matthew T.
- Gibson, Crystal
- Parr, Susan
- Parr, Thomas
- Cox, Ricky
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Visiting Nelson County: Deb McKenna's Childhood Summers
- Creator
- Kinsey, Ashley
- McKenna, Deb
Visiting Nelson County: Deb McKenna's Childhood Summers
In this project, Ashley Kinsey interviewed her co-worker Deb McKenna in Blacksburg, Virginia. Ms. McKenna talked about her life on a sheepfarm, about growing up in Appalachia, and described her grandparent’s life in Appalachia in the early 1900s. 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
- Kinsey, Ashley
- McKenna, Deb
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How Did You Get Into Racing? Darrell Graham Explains
- Creator
- 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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Evolving African American Protestant Traditions: AME and Baptist Traditions
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- Mathews, Denise
- Carter, Sarah E.
- Orr, Glen L.
- Carr, Faye A.
Evolving African American Protestant Traditions: AME and Baptist Traditions
In this project, Denise Mathews interviewed Sarah E. Carter, Glen L. Orr, and Faye A. Carr about their experiences in the AME and Baptist churches. The interview covered such topics as church history, music, worship styles, and their individual roles and experiences in the churches.
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
- Mathews, Denise
- Carter, Sarah E.
- Orr, Glen L.
- Carr, Faye A.
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The New River Valley: A Local History
- Creator
- LaPrade, Taylor
- Bobbitt, Gary
- Cox, Ricky
The New River Valley: A Local History
In this project, Taylor LaPrade interviewed Gary Bobbitt, a retired high school science teacher from Riner, Virginia. The interview was conducted in Mr. Bobbitt’s home in Riner and covered, among other topics, snakes and local history. 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
- LaPrade, Taylor
- Bobbitt, Gary
- Cox, Ricky
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The Simple Life: Erma Martin's Life in Chilhowie, Virginia
- Creator
- 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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Growing up in Ferrum, VA: Douglas Scott
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- Scott, Krissie
- Scott, Douglas
- Cox, Ricky
Growing up in Ferrum, VA: Douglas Scott
In this project, Krissie Scott interviewed her grandfather Douglas Scott, a retired high school science teacher from Riner, Virginia. The interview was conducted in Mr. Bobbitt’s home in Riner and covered, among other topics, making moonshine, farming, and clothing. 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
- Scott, Krissie
- Scott, Douglas
- Cox, Ricky
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