Mamie Johnson and Betsey Harrell interviewed by James R. Johnson, transcribed by Peggy C. Bradley, 1966

Creator:

Johnson, Mamie Clarice, 1883-1972, Harrell, Betsey Johnson, 1893-1981, Johnson, James R. (James Robert), 1921-2007, and Bradley, Peggy C., 1943-

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Records an interview with sisters Mamie Johnson and Betsey Harrell, who were born near Piney Branch in Rappahannock County, Virginia. Discusses the work of their father, Henry L. Johnson, who was a cabinetmaker who often made coffins for the local communities. Describes daily life in the mountains, including activities such as weaving and dying cloth, drying fruit, harvesting chestnuts and square dances. The interview is conducted by their nephew, James Bob Johnson, a ranger at Shenandoah National Park.

Names:

Johnson, Mamie Clarice, 1883-1972
Harrell, Betsey Johnson, 1893-1981
Johnson, James R. (James Robert), 1921-2007
Bradley, Peggy C., 1943-

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