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Language
English
Abstract
Printed copies of news articles regarding the the legend of John Henry. Both articles regard the research of John Garst, professor
emeritus at the University of Georgia, into the historical basis of the legend, particularly the location where the contest
occurred. Garst argues that Leeds, Alabama, rather than Talcott, West Virginia, is the likely location where the events that
inspired the legend took place.
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[Description and date of item], [Box/folder number], News Articles Regarding Legend of John Henry, A&M 4016, West Virginia
and Regional History Center, West Virginia University Libraries, Morgantown, West Virginia.