infair

The next day, he give us a big 'infair' with all kinds of good things to eat, presents and dances.

Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves South Carolina Narratives, Part 4 Work Projects Administration

He also officiated as master of ceremonies at the weddings, and occupied a conspicuous seat at the table when the "infair" came off.

Last of the Pioneers, Or Old Times in East Tenn.; Being the Life and Reminiscences of Pharaoh Jackson Chesney (Aged 120 Years). John Coram 1902

Seeking influence is everyone's right, handing big bucks to the decision-makers is wrong, infair, and could destroy the community.

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All following the bride and groom a-horseback made a crowd as long as any that ever attended an infair or any other public outpouring in this neighborhood.

Watch Yourself Go By Ben W. [Illustrator] Warden

At this infair he outshone all others; many claimed it was the best meal they ever sat down to.

Watch Yourself Go By Ben W. [Illustrator] Warden

"My Mammy sho did hev a big wedding my Pappys Massa ask my Mammy Massa foh her en den my Mammy Massa give her a big infair dat cost him $200.00 wid de bridal supper en all."

Slave Narratives: a Folk History of Slavery in the United States From Interviews with Former Slaves Kentucky Narratives Work Projects Administration

The preparation was immense in the Swift family, getting ready for the "infair."

Country life in Georgia in the days of my youth, 1901

The girl who was coveted by a half dozen beaux at one time was the center of admiration at a wedding or "infair."

Country life in Georgia in the days of my youth, 1901

I'm a-feeling thankful to be here another summer to see my friends and flowers a-blooming onct more, and come next April I am a-going to want just such another infair as this one.

Rose of Old Harpeth Maria Thompson Daviess 1898

I'm a-lookin 'fer 'em both back right now, stranger; an' ef you will, I'll be mighty glad to have ye stay right hyeh to the infair this very night.

Hell fer Sartain and Other Stories 1897