Stories, quotes and anecdotes from Appalachia. 1880s-1950s era.

Category: Virginia

William King Museum of Art to build Cultural Heritage Collection gallery

Jesse Vestal’s 1849 poem jug was the first piece acquired by William King Museum of Art as part of its Cultural Heritage Collection.

On June 8, 1948, Clintwood, VA drew national and international attention when the voters elected an all-female town council and mayor.

Some back-settlers, tempted by reward, insidiously massacred several of our friendly Indians, & afterwards endeavored to defraud government.

His weekly column “Tales of the Tall Timbers” was read & enjoyed all over the country, & by servicemen worldwide during the 1940’s-50’s.

When Uncle Jed was well shaved, Grandpappy Greenberry sat down in the chair. Uncle Jed took the razor & went over him! That settled the feuds.

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