Goldenseal Magazine Summer 1988 Vol 14 No 2 West Virginia Traditional Life

This Summer 1988 issue of Goldenseal magazine, Vol. 14, No. 2, offers a rich exploration of West Virginia traditional life. The cover story features Hugh McPherson, a renowned music-maker and broadcaster who brought jazz to West Virginians for over 30 years. Inside, readers will find compelling articles on the history and culture of the region, including Salem College's 100th anniversary, the legacy of Farmington No. 9 mining disaster, and a tour of covered bridges in Jackson County. Additional highlights include profiles of Roy Faulkiner, a celebrated singer in Northern Panhandle talent shows of the 1930s, and Don Neill, a versatile individual with interests ranging from truck-farming to landscape painting. The issue also covers fascinating stories on Thoney Pietro's Monongalia County castle, Edith Kimmell Starkey's reflections on her father's sawmill camp, and the gatherings of Monroe County families at Indian Creek Primitive Baptist Church. Published by the West Virginia Department of Culture and History, this magazine is a valuable collectible for enthusiasts of Appalachian history and culture.