Ralph Cave interviewed by Nancy Smith, transcribed by Peggy C. Bradley, 1977

Creator:

Cave, Ralph William, 1907-1996, Smith, Nancy, and Bradley, Peggy C., 1943-

Scope and content:

Records the reminiscences of Ralph Cave, who was born and raised in Dark Hollow, Virginia, prior to the establishment of Shenandoah National Park in 1934. Describes his early home and family life, schooling, marriage and community events. Mr. Cave recounts the history of the Cave family in Dark Hollow as well as marriages and other interactions between the Caves and other local families. Numerous references are made to individual members of the Breeden, Thomas, and Weakley families. Describes his own experiences working on Skyline Drive and Camp Hoover in the early 1930s, as well as his personal memories of Skyland developer, George Pollock. Among the topics discussed are farming, raising of livestock, local wildlife and the bark peeling industry. Includes references to community activities such as corn shucking and apple butter boiling, herbal remedies and the record snows in the 1920s and 30s.

Names:

Cave, Ralph William, 1907-1996
Smith, Nancy
Bradley, Peggy C., 1943-

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