John Henry Faulk (if yer huntin' him down on the web...and I strongly suggest you do, use this spelling) is one of the most memorable characters connected with the folk music world of the 40s and 50s. I had an opportunity to interview his ex-wife Lynne Gordon, a few years ago. Both fascinating (and "driven") people.
Thanks Kat for alerting Mudcatters to a true "original". A fine post.
Rick