Davis of Gatlinburg - any information?

Tomorrow I am traveling to see a dulcimer that a dear lady bought "from a Mr. Davis of Gatlinberg about 50 years ago" -- She tells me that she meant to learn to play but children and life made things to busy. She's ready to play now! She will need to decide if she wants to play on her current instrument or look for something newer. Her dulcimer has wooden peg tuners. I would love to tell her more about Mr. Davis. Does anyone know this maker?