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Box 50

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Contains 21 Results:

Adams, Carolyn

 File — Box: 50, Folder: 1
Scope and Contents

"Term Project"--The author has collected 5 examples of oral folklore; 4 of customary folklore and superstitions and 3 of material culture (paper frog, count-down calendar, faxlore: waiting).

Dates: 1994-1996

Blackham, Mindy

 File — Box: 50, Folder: 2
Scope and Contents

"Introduction to Folklore"--Blackham has included 8 examples of oral folklore (5 songs, 3 Native American stories); 3 of customary folklore (Native American tipis); and 3 of material culture (carved wood chain, tanning, basket weaving). A brief description of context and/or informant accompanies each example. (tape index, 2 cassette tapes).

Dates: 1994-1996

Fife, M. Kathryn

 File — Box: 50, Folder: 3
Scope and Contents

"Proverbial Lore in a Scottish-Immigrant Family: The Buchanans of Salt Lake"--This well-documented paper includes historical material as well as examples of folklore and folk speech of Scottish-Americans. A map, illustrations, and photograph reproductions are included.

Dates: 1994-1996

Howell, Amy

 File — Box: 50, Folder: 4
Scope and Contents

"From Rags to Riches: The American Folk Tradition of Hooked Rugs"--Some historical background as well as a description of tools and hooking process are discussed here. Photographs illustrate process and patterns.

Dates: 1994-1996

Klein, Elizabeth

 File — Box: 50, Folder: 5
Scope and Contents

"Thirteen Items of Folklore"--Six items of oral folklore (proverbs and legends), four of customary folklore (superstitions), and three of material culture (example of paper hat and boat) are included here.

Dates: 1994-1996

Landin, David S.

 File — Box: 50, Folder: 6
Scope and Contents

"Folklore"--This collection includes 5 examples of oral folklore, 4 examples of customary folklore (games), and 2 examples of material culture (a Polish cookie recipe and paper ball instructions).

Dates: 1994-1996

Luker, Willow

 File — Box: 50, Folder: 7
Scope and Contents

"Folklore Term Project"--This collection of oral, customary, and material culture folklore includes a family story told in various contexts and an annotated tale of the murdered wife's revenge.

Dates: 1994-1996

Wray, Jacob A.

 File — Box: 50, Folder: 8
Scope and Contents

"Pennsylvania German History and Arts: An Annotated Bibliography"--This bibliography consists of 21 published books which focus on such practices as powwowing and hex signs as well as crafts, architecture, and other arts. Also included is a list of 26 articles.

Dates: 1994-1996

Beck, Danielle

 File — Box: 50, Folder: 9
Scope and Contents

"Padiddles and Other Automobile Superstitions"--This collection includes surveys, graphs, and a thorough discussion of the superstition and customs presented; Utah.

Dates: 1994-1996

Colemere, Jeffrey

 File — Box: 50, Folder: 10
Scope and Contents

"Songs My Grandfather Used to Sing"--The words of three songs plus annotation, analysis, and context are presented here. The music and a cassette are included: "and Now He's Sorry That He Spoke," "I Can't Change H," and "His Parents Haven't Seen Him Since." Salt Lake City, Utah (cassette).

Dates: 1994-1996

Dunn, Jamie

 File — Box: 50, Folder: 11
Scope and Contents

"Collection of Folklore"--Oral, customary, and material culture folklore are represented here including a description of "Moshing," "Pin the Tail on Simba," and a recipe for "Texas Caviar." Salt Lake City, Utah (photos).

Dates: 1994-1996

Murdock, Greg; Cindy Hunt, Tina Stagg, Aaron Murdock

 File — Box: 50, Folder: 12
Scope and Contents

"Folklore and Traditions of Utah Jews in Their Celebration of the Jewish Holiday of Purim"--This was an oral presentation. Included here are survey sheets and a summary of the project; Salt Lake City, Utah.

Dates: 1994-1996

Perkins, Douglas L.

 File — Box: 50, Folder: 13
Scope and Contents

"Introduction to Folklore Term Project"--This collection of oral, customary, and material culture contains a recipe for home made mentholatum and drawings of quilt patterns; Utah.

Dates: 1994-1996

Stone, Mary Lyn

 File — Box: 50, Folder: 14
Scope and Contents

"Folklore Collection"--The prank of snipe hunting is described here as well as other oral and customary folklore. Several photographs of material culture crafts are included; Utah (photos).

Dates: 1994-1996

Wilson, Becky

 File — Box: 50, Folder: 15
Scope and Contents

"The Magical Blacksmith at Wheeler Farm"--This well documented paper describing the blacksmith program at Wheeler Farm includes a cassette tape, photos, and a small horseshoe; Murray, Utah (photos, cassette).

Dates: 1994-1996

Davidson, Alan T.

 File — Box: 50, Folder: 16
Scope and Contents

"Folklore Project"--Examples include appearance of white horse legend and context, improvised tag ball game and context, carving graffiti and context, and cabin architecture; Utah and Idaho.

Dates: 1994-1996

Edwards, David A.

 File — Box: 50, Folder: 17
Scope and Contents

"The Creative Invitation to a High School Dance as a Regional Folklore Custom"--Several examples of creative invitations are included with an analysis of this unique custom of high school social relations; Utah.

Dates: 1994-1996

Jackson, Carrie

 File — Box: 50, Folder: 18
Scope and Contents

"Quinceaneras: The Custom as it has Developed in Utah"--A coming-of-age ceremony frequently held in Hispanic communities is described in Utah in comparison with similar ceremonies in other areas. A Deseret News article is enclosed as is music and lyrics for appropriate songs; Utah.

Dates: 1994-1996

Jones, Kimberly

 File — Box: 50, Folder: 19
Scope and Contents

"Introduction to Folklore"--Unusual oral, customary, and material culture folklore included in this collection are: "Let the punishment fit the crime" quotation and annotation; Paper Cup Bowling and Cone Cake folk food; and sock puppet description; Utah.

Dates: 1994-1996

Lacy, Stephanie

 File — Box: 50, Folder: 20
Scope and Contents

"Religious Implications in the Medicinal Use of Herbs Among Mormon Pioneers"--A discussion of the use of herbs by Mormon pioneers in light of the beliefs and availability of medicines at the time is documented by extensive bibliographical references; Utah.

Dates: 1994-1996