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[Gilbert Dove and Hazel Petrey discuss their wedding]

Photograph of Gilbert Dove and Hazel Petrey standing in the main entrance of the Sunny View Methodist Church in Germany, Kentucky. The two have just finished decorating the church for their ceremony and discuss the plans for the next day. Narrative by Junebug Clark: More images and information can be found in the July 28, 1941 issue of Life Magazine, pages 82-85 in the story “Life Magazine Goes to a Kentucky Wedding.” Also in the Joe Clark, HBSS book “Country Wedding," published in 1974. Additionally a 1982 photo of Hazel and Gilbert can be found in Joe’s Tennessee Scrapbook. All are in the Clark Family Photography Collection.
Date: June 14, 1941
Creator: Clark, Joe
System: The UNT Digital Library

[Walking through the woods]

Photograph of Hazel Petrey, Gilbert Dove, and Anna Ruth Petrey walking through the woods on the way to the Sunny View Methodist Church for a wedding rehearsal before their ceremony. Narrative by Junebug Clark: More images and information can be found in the July 28, 1941 issue of Life Magazine, pages 82-85 in the story “Life Magazine Goes to a Kentucky Wedding.” Also in the Joe Clark, HBSS book “Country Wedding," published in 1974. Additionally a 1982 photo of Hazel and Gilbert can be found in Joe’s Tennessee Scrapbook. All are in this Clark Family Collection.
Date: June 15, 1941
Creator: Clark, Joe
System: The UNT Digital Library

[Hazel tries on her veil]

Photograph of Hazel Petrey trying on her veil before her wedding to Gilbert Dove. Her veil was purchased in Middlesboro, Kentucky for two dollars and fifty cents. Narrative by Junebug Clark: More images and information can be found in the July 28, 1941 issue of Life Magazine, pages 82-85 in the story “Life Magazine Goes to a Kentucky Wedding.” Also in the Joe Clark, HBSS book “Country Wedding," published in 1974. Additionally, a 1982 photo of Hazel and Gilbert can be found in Joe’s Tennessee Scrapbook. All are in the Clark Family Photography Collection.
Date: June 14, 1941
Creator: Clark, Joe
System: The UNT Digital Library

[Bridesmaids holding bouquets]

Photograph of bridesmaids, Mabel Henderson and Gerry Petrey, holding bouquets of flowers at the wedding of Gilbert Dove and Hazel Petrey. Hazel's younger sister, Anna Ruth Petrey, is visible to the right side of the photo. The wedding was held at the Sunny View Methodist Church (visible in the background) in Germany, Kentucky. Narrative by Junebug Clark: More images and information can be found in the July 28, 1941 issue of Life Magazine, pages 82-85 in the story “Life Magazine Goes to a Kentucky Wedding.” Also in the Joe Clark, HBSS book “Country Wedding," published in 1974. Additionally, a 1982 photo of Hazel and Gilbert can be found in Joe’s Tennessee Scrapbook. All are in the Clark Family Photography Collection.
Date: June 15, 1941
Creator: Clark, Joe
System: The UNT Digital Library

[Hazel brothers look at sister's veil]

Photograph of Hazel Petrey's younger brothers sneaking a peak at her wedding veil. The veil was purchased for two dollars and fifty cents in Middlesboro, Kentucky. Narrative by Junebug Clark: More images and information can be found in the July 28, 1941 issue of Life Magazine, pages 82-85 in the story “Life Magazine Goes to a Kentucky Wedding.” Also in the Joe Clark, HBSS book “Country Wedding," published in 1974. Additionally, a 1982 photo of Hazel and Gilbert can be found in Joe’s Tennessee Scrapbook. All are in the Clark Family Photography Collection.
Date: June 14, 1941
Creator: Clark, Joe
System: The UNT Digital Library

[Gilbert Dove and Hazel Petrey at the altar]

Photograph of Gilbert Dove and Hazel Petrey being wed by preacher, Hiram Frakes. The couple is joined by groomsman, Bob Green, as well as bridesmaids Anna Ruth Petrey, Mabel Henderson, Gerry Petrey, and an unknown flower girl. The wedding took place at the Sunny View Methodist Church in Germany, Kentucky. Narrative by Junebug Clark: More images and information can be found in the July 28, 1941 issue of Life Magazine, pages 82-85 in the story “Life Magazine Goes to a Kentucky Wedding.” Also in the Joe Clark, HBSS book “Country Wedding," published in 1974. Additionally, a 1982 photo of Hazel and Gilbert can be found in Joe’s Tennessee Scrapbook. All are in the Clark Family Photography Collection.
Date: June 15, 1941
Creator: Clark, Joe
System: The UNT Digital Library

[The bridal party enters]

Photograph of the bridal party, beginning with the flower girl Dixie Rhinehart, entering down the aisle of the Sunny View Methodist Church for the wedding ceremony of Gilbert Dove and Hazel Petrey. The Dixie is followed by Gerry Petrey, with Mabel Henderson visible behind her. Hazel's father and brother, A.D., are seated in the first row on the left side of the photo. Narrative by Junebug Clark: More images and information can be found in the July 28, 1941 issue of Life Magazine, pages 82-85 in the story “Life Magazine Goes to a Kentucky Wedding.” Also in the Joe Clark, HBSS book “Country Wedding," published in 1974. Additionally, a 1982 photo of Hazel and Gilbert can be found in Joe’s Tennessee Scrapbook. All are in the Clark Family Photography Collection. Additional photos and information can be forund in the pdf document "Joe Clark HBSS Scrapbook" pgs 39-41
Date: June 15, 1941
Creator: Clark, Joe
System: The UNT Digital Library

[Bride and groom kneel in prayer]

Photograph of Hazel Petrey and Gilbert Dove kneeling in front of preacher, Hiram Frakes, as he officiates their wedding ceremony at the Sunny View Methodist Church. The bridesmaids Anna Ruth Petrey, Gerry Petrey, and Mabel Henderson stand to their left while groomsmen, Bob Green, stands to their right. Brother of Hazel Petrey, A.D. Petrey, is visible seated on the bench in the first row. Narrative by Junebug Clark: More images and information can be found in the July 28, 1941 issue of Life Magazine, pages 82-85 in the story “Life Magazine Goes to a Kentucky Wedding.” Also in the Joe Clark, HBSS book “Country Wedding," published in 1974. Additionally a 1982 photo of Hazel and Gilbert can be found in Joe’s Tennessee Scrapbook. All are in the Clark Family Photography Collection.
Date: June 15, 1941
Creator: Clark, Joe
System: The UNT Digital Library

[Wedding guests eat at wedding reception]

Photograph of two guests eating after the wedding of Hazel Petrey and Gilbert Dove. The gentleman on the right is Joe Clark's brother, "Junebug" Clark. Narrative by Junebug Clark: More images and information can be found in the July 28, 1941 issue of Life Magazine, pages 82-85 in the story “Life Magazine Goes to a Kentucky Wedding.” Also in the Joe Clark, HBSS book “Country Wedding," published in 1974. Additionally, a 1982 photo of Hazel and Gilbert can be found in Joe’s Tennessee Scrapbook. All are in the Clark Family Photography Collection.
Date: June 15, 1941
Creator: Clark, Joe
System: The UNT Digital Library

[Hazel Petrey sweeps the altar]

Photograph of Hazel Petrey sweeping the altar of the Sunny View Methodist Church in Germany, Kentucky after decorating with Gilbert Dove for their upcoming wedding ceremony.
Date: June 15, 1941
Creator: Clark, Joe
System: The UNT Digital Library