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Council of the Southern Mountains.

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Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:

Council of Southern Mountains Records

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: BCA 0002 SAA 001
Abstract The Council of the Southern Mountains (CSM) 1912-1989, began as a gathering of various citizens and mountain missionaries working in relative isolation throughout Appalachia, which created a forum for the sharing of ideas, experiences and inspiration.  The Council grew and changed over time into an organization that promoted cooperation among private, government, and religious organizations in southern Appalachia and served as a key factor in bringing the issues and experiences of Appalachia...
Dates: translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.created: 1912-1970; Other: Date acquired: 04/24/1970

Council of the Southern Mountains Records, 1970-1989

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: BCA 0101 SAA 101
Abstract The Council of the Southern Mountains was formed in 1913 by a group of social workers, pastors, academia, and other people who wished to help the region. Originally called the Conference of the Southern Mountain Workers until 1954, the members sought to improve the health conditions, advance agricultural practices, strengthen emphasis on spiritual issues, and preserve the unique culture within the region.  In the earliest years these issues were addressed through annual conferences where...
Dates: translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.created: 1970 - 1989; Other: Date acquired: 06/11/1990

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Appalachian Region, Southern -- Economic conditions. 1
Appalachian Region, Southern -- Religion. 1
Appalachian Region, Southern -- Social conditions. 1
Charities. 1
Economic assistance, Domestic -- Law and legislation -- United States. 1