Key local figure
““Libba” Cotten composed, recorded “Freight Train” (1958). Key figure, 1960s folk revival. Born and raised on Lloyd Street.”
State historical marker: G-129: Elizabeth Cotten 1893-1987
7 works in the index name this person.
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Organizations that keep the county’s own knowledge
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