Nance, Nancy, 1899-

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Nancy Nance discusses the various customs, activities and attitudes that marked the family life of a young woman in the Land Between the Lakes region of Tennessee. Her recollections include comments on courting practices, quilting, church events and various home remedies. She delineates what chores were expected of women, as well as which events and entertainment programs were specifically for women. She also discusses gardening practices, weaving, candle making and other crafts learned from earlier generations of her family.

From the description of Oral history interview with Nancy Nance [sound recording], 1976 September 16 (Murray State University). WorldCat record id: 607266791

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creatorOf Nance, Nancy, 1899-. Oral history interview with Nancy Nance [sound recording], 1976 September 16 Murray State University, Waterfield Library
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Tennessee--Social conditions
Land Between the Lakes (Ky. and Tenn.)
Stewart County (Tenn.)
Standing Rock Community (Tenn.)
Tennessee--Stewart County
Fort Henry (Tenn.)
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Farm life
Rural women
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Birth 1899

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