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1997 Church Service Programs, First Christian Church (Morehead, Ky.)

Morehead First Christian Church Records Archive

Weekly church service programs of the First Christian Church of Morehead, Kentucky from 1997.

0665: Ellen Dorcas Harn Papers, 1871-1977, Marshall University Special Collections

Guides to Manuscript Collections

This collection is composed of letters from friends and contemporaries of Ellen Dorcas Harn during her time in teaching in West Virginia and New York in 1871 and 1872. These primarily consist of letters from former students and friends at Marshall keeping her apprised of personal and school activities. Writers include Clayton Barton and Lucy Thompson.

A Light To The Mountains: Morehead State University, 1887-1997, Donald F. Flatt

Morehead State College Histories

No abstract provided.

Kentucky Gateway-Buffalo Trace Area Post Offices, Robert M. Rennick

Robert M. Rennick Manuscript Collection

A historical survey of the 489 post offices of the Gateway and Buffalo Trace area of Kentucky.

Now & Then (Volume 14, Issue 01, 1997), Center Of Excellence For Appalachian Studies And Services, East Tennessee State University

Now & Then: The Appalachian Magazine

Now & Then: The Appalachian Magazine, Volume 14, Issue 01, published in 1997. The theme of this issue is Appalachian Humor. This issue explores the region's rich comedic traditions, examining how humor shapes Appalachian identity, storytelling, and performance. Through articles on stand-up and country comedy, historical medicine shows, television portrayals, and cartoon satire, it considers both the subversion and reinforcement of regional stereotypes. Complemented by essays, fiction, poetry, reviews, and musical performances, the issue highlights how humor operates as a vehicle for social commentary, personal expression, and cultural cohesion, revealing Appalachia's wit, resilience, and self-awareness across generations.

Now & Then (Volume 14, Issue 02, 1997), Center Of Excellence For Appalachian Studies And Services, East Tennessee State University

Now & Then: The Appalachian Magazine

Now & Then: The Appalachian Magazine, Volume 14, Issue 02, published in 1997. The theme of this issue is Appalachian Photography. This issue examines how photography has shaped and reshaped visual understandings of Appalachia, highlighting efforts to move beyond stereotype toward more complex, contemporary portrayals. Featuring exhibition work such as Women of Appalachia, regional photography contests, documentary photo essays, and reflections on the careers of photographers committed to the mountains and to country and bluegrass music, it explores the tensions between art and livelihood, representation and authenticity. Through essays, poetry, and reviews, the issue underscores the enduring power …

Now & Then (Volume 14, Issue 03, 1997), Center Of Excellence For Appalachian Studies And Services, East Tennessee State University

Now & Then: The Appalachian Magazine

Now & Then: The Appalachian Magazine, Volume 14, Issue 03, published in 1997. The theme of this issue is Northern Appalachia. This issue turns its focus to Northern Appalachia, exploring questions of regional identity, industrial legacy, and cultural self-definition in areas often overlooked within broader Appalachian discourse. Through articles on the emergence of Northern Appalachian Studies, debates over cities such as Pittsburgh's regional identity, coalfield economic transformation, dairy farming struggles, environmental art initiatives, and alternative educational models, it examines how northern communities negotiate heritage amid social and economic change. Essays, fiction, poetry, and reviews further reflect on belonging, memory, …

Newscass: Newsletter Of The Center For Appalachian Studies And Services (Winter, 1996-1997), Center Of Excellence For Appalachian Studies And Services, East Tennessee State University

NewsCASS: Newsletter of the Center for Appalachian Studies and Services

NewsCASS (Winter, 1996-1997), a newsletter of the Center of Excellence for Appalachian Studies and Services (formerly Center for Appalachian Studies and Services) at East Tennessee State University.

0661: Elizabeth Cometti Collection, 1861-1869, Marshall University Special Collections

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This collection consists of a microfilm copy of items selected by Elizabeth Cometti about West Virginia taken from the Southern Historical Collection at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, specifically materials taken from the W. R. Redding Papers, 1861-1865 and the William Thomas Sutherlin Papers, 1842-1892. The Redding materials are from 1861 while Redding was stationed in Virginia, to his wife, Elizabeth M. Redding, in Randolph County, Ga.. He discusses camp life, troop movements and skirmishes, and conditions at home. Sutherlin materials date from 1868 to 1869 and may include correspondence and other papers relate to the varied business …

0662: Smith Family Correspondence, 1857-1866, Marshall University Special Collections

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This collection consists of approximately fifty letters from members of the Smith family, located in Guyandotte, Virginia (or West Virginia, depending on the time), to Julia Sprague in Washington County, Ohio during the Civil War. The bulk of the letters are from Sallie P. Smith to Sprague, and many include their original envelope. Topics are focused on personal life and current affairs.

0660: Matewan Development Center, Inc., 1989-1995, Marshall University Special Collections

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This collection consists of 105 oral histories conducted at the behest of the Matewan Development Center, Inc.. Oral histories are on cassette tapes and include transcripts of the oral histories and floppy disks with some of the transcripts saved on them. The oral histories focus on Matewan history, especially labor issues and conflicts surrounding the Matewan Massacre as well as customs and life in Matewan.

0664: Bertha Casto Diaries, 1934-1938, Marshall University Special Collections

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This collection consists of three diaries describing the daily life of Bertha Casto, wife of physician Thomas Jefferson Casto, while living in Charleston, WV. Topics covered include daily life, especially domestic activities. The final entry was written by Thomas, documenting his wife’s death on January 29, 1938.

0656: Hugo Hart Herrenkohl Manuscript, Marshall University Special Collections

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This collection consists of a manuscript clipped in two parts: “From the Past” by Hugo Herrenkohl and a supplementary manuscript. The manuscripts cover Herrenkohl’s recollections of life in rural Cabell County in the early twentieth century, including genealogical material about the Herrenkohl and Blake families. Information about burial places is included.

0666: Susan And Geoff Eacker Collection, 1997, Marshall University Special Collections

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Susan and Geoff Eacker interviewed ten women banjo players throughout August to October 1997 in WV and eastern KY. Interviews include Kate Brett, Diane Jones, Jessica Bills, Lynne Davis (about Molly O’Day), Kim Johnson (including Wilson Douglas), Sylvia O’Brien, Helena Triplett, Pam Lund, Cari Norris, and Dora Mae Wagers. This collection includes ten cassette tapes with the interviews and ten folders of transcripts for each interview.

The Significance Of ‘Hillbilly’ In Early Country Music, 1924-1945, Anthony Harkins

History Faculty Publications

No abstract provided.

Newscass: Newsletter Of The Center For Appalachian Studies And Services (Summer/Fall, 1996), Center Of Excellence For Appalachian Studies And Services, East Tennessee State University

NewsCASS: Newsletter of the Center for Appalachian Studies and Services

NewsCASS (Summer/Fall, 1996), a newsletter of the Center of Excellence for Appalachian Studies and Services (formerly Center for Appalachian Studies and Services) at East Tennessee State University.

Everman - Misc., Carter County Genealogical Society

Carter County Genealogy Collection

Miscellaneous genealogy of the Everman family in Carter County, Kentucky.

Newscass: Newsletter Of The Center For Appalachian Studies And Services (Spring/Summer, 1996), Center Of Excellence For Appalachian Studies And Services, East Tennessee State University

NewsCASS: Newsletter of the Center for Appalachian Studies and Services

NewsCASS (Spring/Summer, 1996), a newsletter of the Center of Excellence for Appalachian Studies and Services (formerly Center for Appalachian Studies and Services) at East Tennessee State University.

Elkins, John B., Carter County Genealogical Society, Mildred Elkins Mellert

Carter County Genealogy Collection

Genealogy of the John B. Elkins family in Carter County, Kentucky.

John B Elkins lived from 1869-1928.

Morehead To Pay Tribute To Former President Doran, Lexington Herald-Leader

Morehead State College Histories

An article published in the Lexington Herald-Leader about Morehead State University on April 3, 1996.

Et Cetera, Marshall University

Et Cetera

Founded in 1953, Et Cetera is an annual literary magazine that publishes the creative writing and artwork of Marshall University students and affiliates. Et Cetera is free to the Marshall University community.

Et Cetera welcomes submissions in literary and film criticism, poetry, short stories, drama, all types of creative non-fiction, photography, and art.

Stamper, James - Descendants Of James Stamper: Carter County, Kentucky, Sherry J. Lowe

Carter County Genealogy Collection

A family history of the descendants of James Stamper by Sherry J. Lowe on March 10, 1996.

Erwin Family History: Carter County, Kentucky, Sherry J. Lowe

Carter County Genealogy Collection

An Erwin family history compiled by Sherry J. Lowe on March 10, 1996.

Oral History Interview: Calvin Jean Zirkle, Calvin Jean Zirkle

0064: Marshall University Oral History Collection

This interview is one of series conducted concerning the Oral History of Appalachia. This file contains an appendix of writings, photographs, and supporting information. Calvin J. Zirkle discusses: his family; his personal background; his service in the Korean War; difficulties he faced finding a job after the war; joining the military again (in the Air Force); his service in Vietnam (including being superintendent of vehicle maintenance); West Virginians in military service; his Bronze Star medal; his retirement; and other topics. This folder also contains works of poetry and prose.

Generations Of Kentucky: An Exhibition Of Folk Art With Photographs By Guy Mendes, Guy Mendes, Julie Ardery, Tom Patterson

Kentucky Folk Art Center Exhibition Catalogs

1996 Kentucky Folk Art Center exhibition catalog of Kentucky folk art and photographs by Guy Mendes.

1996 Church Service Programs, First Christian Church (Morehead, Ky.)

Morehead First Christian Church Records Archive

Weekly church service programs of the First Christian Church of Morehead, Kentucky from 1996.

1996 "A Friendly Place" Initiative, First Christian Church (Morehead, Ky.)

Morehead First Christian Church Records Archive

Documentation of Morehead First Christian Church's "A Friendly Place" project from 1995 and 1996.

1996 Morehead First Christian Church Board Of Directors Minutes, First Christian Church (Morehead, Ky.)

Morehead First Christian Church Records Archive

Morehead First Christian Church Board of Directors meeting minutes for 1996.

Stamper Family History: From Virginia To Carter County, Kentucky, Sherry L. Lowe, Betty Willman, Gladys Meyers

Carter County Genealogy Collection

A publication titled, The Stamper Family History: From Virginia to Kentucky by Sherry J. Lowe, Betty Willman, and Gladys Meyer published in 1996.

Now & Then (Volume 13, Issue 02, 1996), Center Of Excellence For Appalachian Studies And Services, East Tennessee State University

Now & Then: The Appalachian Magazine

Now & Then: The Appalachian Magazine, Volume 13, Issue 02, published in 1996. The theme of this issue is Appalachian Visions. This issue examines how Appalachia envisions its future in the face of economic restructuring, technological expansion, and changing migration patterns. Featuring discussions of rural mobility, early community internet initiatives, heritage-based economic planning, and historical subsistence communities, it documents regional efforts to balance modernization with cultural continuity. Collectively, the articles explore how local leadership, grassroots development, and local values shape emerging models of progress across the region.