Oral history interview with Charlotte Cummins Pingley; 1989 March 20; interview conducted by John W. Rumble. 1989 Mar. 20.

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Oral history interview with Charlotte Cummins Pingley; 1989 March 20; interview conducted by John W. Rumble. 1989 Mar. 20.

Charlotte Cummins Pingley, granddaughter of country music legend Red Foley, talks about her famous grandfather. Discussion includes her earliest memories of Red Foley; her family history; Red Foley's musical roots; and reflections on the personal price of Red Foley's successful career.

1 sound cassette (1 hour)

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Foley, Red, 1910-1968

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Clyde Julian "Red" Foley (June 17, 1910 – September 19, 1968) was an American musician who made a major contribution to the growth of country music after World War II. For more than two decades, Foley was one of the biggest stars of the genre, selling more than 25 million records. His 1951 hit, "Peace in the Valley", was among the first million-selling gospel records. A Grand Ole Opry veteran until his death, Foley also hosted the first popular country music series on network television, Ozar...

Pingley, Charlotte Cummins;

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Granddaughter of Country Music Hall of Fame member, Red Foley. Born 1950. From the description of Oral history interview with Charlotte Cummins Pingley; 1989 March 20; interview conducted by John W. Rumble. 1989 Mar. 20. (Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center). WorldCat record id: 58841102 ...

Rumble, John Woodruff

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