Photograph, Patsy Montana

 
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Photograph, Patsy Montana
Patsy Montana photo
Patsy Montana photo

Photograph, Patsy Montana

Object number1996.017.47
Datec. 1928
MediumPaper, ink
DimensionsOverall: 5 x 3 1/2 in. (12.7 x 8.9 cm)
Credit LineOld State House Museum Collection
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    DescriptionReprint of older photo in sepia. Identified as Senior Day, 1928 in Hope, Arkansas. Photo shows 5 girls posing against a background of trees. Identified as Opal Byrom, Thelma Mitchell, Cora Newberry Broswell, Ruby Blevins (Patsy Montana), and Gladys Ellis. The first and middle girls are wearing overalls. The second girl is wearing pants and blouses with hats on.

    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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