In the Smokies: A Trip to Gregory's Bald in 1896
Title | In the Smokies: A Trip to Gregory's Bald in 1896 |
Publication Type | Magazine Article |
Year of Publication | 2004 |
Authors | Anonymous |
Magazine | Smoky Mountain Historical Society Journal and Newsletter |
Volume | 30 |
Issue Number | 2 |
Pages | 20-25 |
Date Published | summer |
Subjects | Cabins, Camping, Gant lots, Maryville, Personal narratives, Tourism |
Description | A very thorough description, reprinted from The Clinton Republican, of a week spent camping in July. It mentions scenery, fording the Little River, Cade's Mountain, visiting mountain families, the view from the top of Gregory's Bald, lady-bugs that "swarmed by the quart," rainstorms, food, a Dunkard church service, and the return trip. Followed by a parody verse about the insects, food, and difficulties of camping in the Smokies, signed by G.D.B. |
Notes | Full text is available to members of the Smoky Mountain Historical Society. |