Central States Archaeological Journal April 1958 Volume 4, Number 4
This issue of the Central States Archaeological Journal, April 1958, Volume 4, Number 4, features a varied collection of articles exploring artifact collecting, archaeological documentation, regional discoveries, and the experiences of collectors throughout the Midwest.
B. W. Stephens opens the issue with “Keep Your Records Straight,” emphasizing the importance of maintaining accurate information about artifacts and their discoveries. Philip L. Eviston shares the experiences of a beginning amateur collector, while Professor E. R. Honeywell contributes “It’s Just Another Old Axe,” examining an artifact type familiar to generations of collectors.
Several articles capture the personal side of artifact collecting and the enjoyment of exploring the countryside in search of evidence from the past. Don C. Miller recounts “Fun on a Sunday Afternoon,” while Charles Johnson takes readers “Along the Kentucky River.” C. T. Love contributes “The Best Things in Life Are Free,” reflecting on the experiences and rewards associated with collecting and discovery.
The issue also includes the regular Council News and Editorial Section, providing information and updates for members of the archaeological community.
Gray La Dassor contributes “Eighty Years as an Artifact Collector,” offering a remarkable perspective on a lifetime devoted to collecting and studying archaeological material. The issue also features reminiscences of collecting in the greater St. Louis area, preserving memories of early collectors, discoveries, and archaeological activity in a region especially rich in prehistoric history.
Together, these articles provide an interesting look at the early years of amateur archaeology and artifact collecting, while emphasizing the importance of documentation, responsible collecting, and preserving information about archaeological discoveries for future generations.
Table of Contents
| Title | Author | Page(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Keep Your Records Straight | B. W. Stephens | 123 |
| Experiences of a Rookie Amateur Collector | Philip L. Eviston | 124–125 |
| It’s Just Another Old Axe | Prof. E. R. Honeywell | 126–129 |
| Fun on a Sunday Afternoon | Don C. Miller | 130–131 |
| Along the Kentucky River | Charles Johnson | 132–135 |
| The Best Things in Life Are Free | C. T. Love | 136–139 |
| Council News and Editorial Section | — | 140–142 |
| Eighty Years as an Artifact Collector | Gray La Dassor | 143–147 |
| Reminiscences of Collecting in the Greater St. Louis Area | Kyle L. Sly | 148–158 |
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