The success of the Lawhorn endeavors is due to the encouragement and
efforts of many people. However, without the guidance of Carl H.
Chapman, this venture could not have been undertaken. From its
beginning, he always found time in his busy schedule to help me with the
many problems which arose during the course of the excavation and
narration of the site.
Mr. Charles Nash, Tennessee State Parks Archaeologist, aided in
preliminary analysis of the material remains, analyzed the burial
complex and prepared that section for this report. Mr. Nash also edited
the first draft of the report and prepared the first typescript. The
time and effort expended by Mr. Nash is sincerely appreciated.
Prior to the final draft and editing, a conference was held at the
University of Missouri for an analysis and interpretation of the site
material. Those participating in the conference were Carl H. Chapman,
Robert T. Bray, Richard A. Marshall, Edwin Sudderth, Richard Bradham,
and the writer. Editing of the second and final draft was by Robert T.
Bray and Carl H. Chapman. The job is one which too often goes without
recognition of the many long hours which are necessary in producing the
finished report. Especial thanks are due the property owners, Mr. W. O.
Lawhorn, whose cooperation made this investigation possible. It is with
deep and sincere appreciation that I recognize the aid and assistance
given me by my family—my daughters, my son, and my wife, and any success
is shared equally with them.
Though the day-by-day crew seldom exceeded four in number, many gave
unselfishly of their time making possible the successful completion of
the field work. The following is a list of those most helpful:
J. L. Henson
J. T. King
Lavern Harris
F. N. Davis
Robert Smith
C. L. Scheel
Dan Printup
Harry Madison
Ted Nelson
Irby Long
Others too numerous to mention helped me from time to time, and I am
most grateful to them all.