His "day in court" 1895

"His 'Day in Court'" by Charles Egbert Craddock is a story taking place in the Great Smoky Mountains, where the Quimbey family finds themselves embroiled in long-standing feuds and intricate relationships. Evelina Quimbey's marriage to Absalom Kittredge becomes a focal point, igniting tensions between families with a history of conflict, especially in light of wintry weather giving way to spring along the mountain slopes. Themes of family loyalty, societal expectations, and personal struggles surface as Evelina navigates the complexities of her marriage. Expect future confrontations as the family deals with the aftermath of the violent incident involving Absalom while Joel is angry at Evelina for marrying into the Kittredge family.