Photograph, Patsy Montana

 
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Photograph, Patsy Montana
Patsy Montana photo
Patsy Montana photo

Photograph, Patsy Montana

Object number1996.017.38
DateUnknown Date
Mediumpaper
DimensionsOverall: 10 x 8 in. (25.4 x 20.3 cm)
Credit LineOld State House Museum Collection
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    DescriptionColor photo of Patsy Montana on stage at the Grand Ole Opry. Patsy is dressed in light colored shirt and pants with white hat and boots. She is playing the guitar and seated on a stool at the microphone. Her band is comprised of 4 men, all standing. The cameraman and his camera are visible in the lower left corner. The front row of audience is composed of 8 people.

    Patsy Montana was born Ruby Rose Blevins on October 30, 1908 in Beaudry, Arkansas and grew up near Hope, Arkansas. She was a singer and musician. She performed on various national radio shows including the popular, National Barn Dance”. She also appeared in several movies. Montana died May 3, 1996.
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