Hi,

Steve- think it's best to just state the facts- since I don't know why Mr. Gainer did what he did- and keep my opinions out of it. I suppose I could try and track down the informants to see if they were real- but what's the point.

Others including Wilgus have been more vocal see: A Fraudulent "Elfin Knight" from West Virginia by Bernth Lindfors, who discusses Woofter's version,from which Gainer has the same chorus:
http://bluegrassmessengers.com.temp.realssl.com/1a-fraudulent-elfin-knight-from-west-virginia.aspx

Clearly such a rare find as Gainer's Child 275- Get Up and Bar the Door should be a reason for celebration, instead I feel sadness after looking at the facts.

Jim- perhaps Steve was commenting on my post rather than yours- I as always, welcome any feedback you can give (good or bad)- and thanks for your contribution to this thread.

Richie