Record #:

5581

Author(s):

Sharpe, Bill

Abstract:

Emma Dupree of Falkland, in Pitt County, received a 1992 N.C. Folk Heritage Award for continuing the old practice of herbal medicine. She possesses a wide knowledge of the healing properties of herbs and grows many of her supplies.

Source:

North Carolina Folklore Journal (NoCar GR 110 N8 N6), Vol. 44 Issue 1 & 2, 1997, p56-58

Subject(s):

Dupree, Emma, 1897-1995; Herbalists--Pitt County; Herbs--Therapeutic use; Medicine--Herbal