Nelson and Claudia Nicholson interviewed by Dorothy Noble Smith, transcribed by Peggy C. Bradley, 1977

Creator:

Nicholson, Nelson Murphy, 1914-1980, Nicholson, Claudia Frances, 1916-2010, Smith, Dorothy Noble, 1915-1999, and Bradley, Peggy C., 1943-

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Records an interview with Nelson Nicholson and his wife, Claudia, who lived in Nicholson Hollow, within the future boundaries of Shenandoah National Park. Describes daily life in the mountains, touching on the work of growing and preserving food, herbal remedies, hunting and fishing. Discusses the limited economic opportunities available to the mountain people, such as the apple and chestnut harvests, bark peeling and moon-shining. Includes references to local entrepreneur, George Freeman Pollock, owner of nearby Skyland resort.

Names:

Nicholson, Nelson Murphy, 1914-1980
Nicholson, Claudia Frances, 1916-2010
Smith, Dorothy Noble, 1915-1999
Bradley, Peggy C., 1943-

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