Williams, Doc, 1914-2011

Country performer. Born June 26, 1914. Real name: Andrew John Smik, Jr. Performer and recording artist whom, with his band the Border Riders, performed throughout the Northeast and Eastern Canada from the late 1930s-1990s. Joined the WWVA Wheeling Jamboree in 1937. In 1946 his wife, Chickie (born February 13, 1919), joined the band. In 1947 formed Wheeling Records. Creator of the Doc Williams Guitar Course.

From the description of Oral history interview with Doc Williams; 1977 January 19; interview conducted by Douglas B. Green. 1977 Jan. 19. (Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center). WorldCat record id: 58841369

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