Appalachian Region, Southern -- Social conditions.

Abstract The 1931-1933 Appalachian regional religion survey was conducted in connection with a broader economic and social study of the region undertaken by the U. S. Department of Agriculture.  Survey results were published in the books, Religion in the Highlands: Native Churches and Missionary Enterprises in the Southern Appalachians (1933) by Elizabeth R. Hooker, and Economic and Social Problems and Conditions of the...

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...

Abstract Mike Clark was born 12 Sep 1945, entering Berea College in 1963, graduating with a bachelor's degree in English, 1967. He served the College in the role of a photographer. He was a member of The Pinnacle newspaper staff for four years and served as editor of the paper in his junior year. He participated in and photographed the 1965 march from Selma to Montgomery, Kentucky. After graduation, he worked for the Mountain...