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Square Dance at Highlander

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Early thirties square dancing at Highlander Folk School, led by Ralph Tefferteller. Henry Thomas is the caller featured in the center of the yard.

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Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 26 x 21 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Highlander Research and Education Center records, 1917-2017
Call Number PH 4260.1126

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Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W012PY8
Legacy ID
WHi 52172

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