Catherine Fratto, 1971

File — Box: 1, Folder: 11

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

Phil Notarianni talks with Fratto about her experiences as a midwife, Italian superstitions, the loss of customs due to acculturation, medical cures, social activities, wine making, dowry presentation, celebrating the feast of Saint Lucy, and mourning traditions from the old country.

Dates

1971

Language of Materials

From the Collection: Collection materials are in English.

Conditions Governing Access

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