Leecy Yankey interviewed by Mia Barb

Creator:
Barb, Mia
Scope and content:

This interview records the reminiscences of Mr. Yankey's days as a bark peeler of chestnut oak and hemlock in the Allegheny mountains in areas around Petersburg, Moorefield, Franklin, Cheat Mt., Cass, and Lost City, W. Va. Describes the process of peeling and transporting the bark. Mentions social life and medical care in camps. Refers to paper mill strike in Davis; work in the Timberville, Va. Peach Cannery. Recorded at the home of Mr. Leecy Yankey of Bergton, Va. on Feb. 26, 1991.

Names:
Barb, Mia

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Location of collection:
James Madison University
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Carrier Library
James Madison University
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Harrisonburg, VA 22807
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