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IDNO:
052364
Title:
Ruea May Gribble Funeral, Bruceton Mills, W. Va.
Date:
1911
Description:
Ruea May Gribble (b. 02/09/1884; d. 04/25/1911) lays in an open casket.
IDNO:
052444
Title:
Group at Great Crossings Historical Marker, Addison, Pa.
Date:
1912/05
Description:
The marker, which is decorated with an American flag, reads, "About one half mile above this point is the 'Great Crossings' of the Youghiogheny River, where George Washington crossed November 18th, 1753, when sent as envoy by Gov. Dinwiddie of Virginia to the French Commandant at Fort Le Boeuf.Washington, on his military expedition to the Ohio, encamped there with his forces, May 18th to 24th, 1754, and from that point explored the Youghiogheny.There, also, Major General Braddock, with his army, crossed June 24th, 1755, on his march against Fort Duquesne."
IDNO:
052447
Title:
Free Ox Roast on Fourth of July Celebration, Point Marion, Pa.
Date:
1913/07/04
Description:
A crowd gathered in the center of the photograph eats, dines, and converses with associates.
IDNO:
052451
Title:
Children in Costume in Unidentified Location
Date:
1926
Description:
Children dressed as pilgrims and Native Americans are likely dressed for a Thanksgiving play.
IDNO:
052435
Title:
Modern Woodmen of America Camp 6931 Parade Float, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1926/06/31
Description:
A crowd observes as the M. W. of A. float makes its way down the street.
IDNO:
052425
Title:
Monongalia County Sesquicentennial Celebration, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1926/10/22
Description:
Crowds fill the streets of Morgantown, W. Va. anticipating the parade. In the background is a Union Bank, right, and the building that is now Hotel Morgan, center.
IDNO:
052426
Title:
Monongalia County Sesquicentennial Parade, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1926/10/22
Description:
A crowd watches from the street as parade floats make their way down High Street. On the right, in front of the courthouse, is likely the grandstand.
IDNO:
052421
Title:
WVU President Turner Inauguration Ceremony, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1928
Description:
Turner, center, is pictured with two unidentified associates outside of a WVU building the day of his inauguration.
IDNO:
052422
Title:
WVU President Turner and Guests at Old Music Building, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1928
Description:
John Roscoe Turner, center, stands with unidentified associates outside of the old music building on this day of his inauguration.
IDNO:
052449
Title:
Clearview Grange Agricultural Display, Stewartstown, W. Va.
Date:
1929
Description:
A booth displays quilts, canned good, corn, produce, baked goods, sewn items, and woven baskets.
IDNO:
052428
Title:
St. Francis Football Team, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
1941
Description:
Team portrait of the St. Francis Trojans. St. Francis is a private Catholic school in Morgantown. Players unidentified.
IDNO:
012222
Title:
Self Portrait of Photographer Scott Gibson in Hunting Gear with Game, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900
IDNO:
052310
Title:
C. C. Graham Residence, likely in Preston County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
C. C. Graham and family are pictured on the home's porch. C. C. Graham is likely Cyrus C. Graham, born about 1862 in West Virginia.
IDNO:
052311
Title:
Victorian Home in Preston County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
Street view of a Victorian style home.
IDNO:
052316
Title:
People Travelling by Horse-Drawn Carriage, Valley Point, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
A man and a woman sit in the carriage while a horse pulls it across a field.
IDNO:
052317
Title:
Group of Men Gathered Outside Unidentified Building, Valley Point, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
Four men stand and seven men sit outside of a building. A spigot with a communal drinking cup is pictured on the left.
IDNO:
052323
Title:
Boy Pushing Girl in Wheelchair, likely Preston County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
An unidentified boy pushes a young girl in a wheelchair across a lawn.
IDNO:
052341
Title:
Man Drinking While Driving Horse-Drawn Vehicle, Valley Point, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
An unidentified man holds onto what appears to be a liquor bottle as he sits in a horse-drawn carriage.
IDNO:
052340
Title:
Couple, likely in Preston County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
A man and his wife sit in what it possibly the cellar of their newly built home.
IDNO:
052347
Title:
Family Portrait, likely Preston County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
A multi-generational family poses in front of a picket fence. Subjects unidentified.
IDNO:
052352
Title:
Members of Patriotic Order Sons of America, Albright, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
The organization, one of the oldest fraternal societies in America, was established in 1847 as the Junior Sons of America. In 1868, the organization was renamed the Patriotic Order Sons of America. Members are all native-born or naturalized American male citizens, 16 years and older, wishing to create brotherhood.
IDNO:
052353
Title:
Children at Horse Stable, likely Preston County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
Four small children lead three horses out of the large, wooden stable.
IDNO:
052361
Title:
Man in Garden, Valley Point, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
An African-American man sits with his legs crossed on a chair in a home garden. Subject unidentified.
IDNO:
052360
Title:
Group Portrait, Valley Point, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
Two men and two women pose for a portrait.
IDNO:
052365
Title:
Christmas at O. Z. Gibson Residence, Valley Point, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
A decorated Christmas tree stands in the corner of the house with presents sorted beneath it. The home likely belongs to Orvis Zacheus "Oz" Gibson, a brother of the photographer, Scott Gibson.
IDNO:
052309
Title:
Two Women and Dog Outside Home, likely in Preston County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
Two unidentified women sit with their pet dog on a lawn.
IDNO:
052308
Title:
Two Women Riding Sidesaddle, likely in Preston County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
Two unidentified women riding sidesaddle along a dirt road.
IDNO:
052321
Title:
Unidentified Woman, likely in Preston County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
Portrait of an unidentified woman. She is wearing a necklace with a large pendant.
IDNO:
052320
Title:
Residences in Valley Point, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
A man sits on the porch of the home in the forefront. The second house is under construction.
IDNO:
052345
Title:
Family Lounging on Lawn, likely Preston County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
A man, his wife, their three children and family pet relax on the lawn outside of their home.
IDNO:
052344
Title:
Twins and Dog, Valley Point, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
Two girl twins in identical outfits pose with their pet dog.
IDNO:
052350
Title:
Dinner Table in Valley Point Home, Preston County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
A table is set with fine china and and prepared dishes for a large meal.
IDNO:
052351
Title:
Two Children and Lamb, likely Preston County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
A child holds on to a glass baby bottle while posing for a picture.
IDNO:
052356
Title:
Girl Reading Book, likely Preston County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
A young, unidentified girl leans against a piano as she reads a book.
IDNO:
052357
Title:
Railroad Street, Dawson, Pa.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
Building to the right identified as the Dawson House.
IDNO:
052363
Title:
Grand Stand at Race Track, Dawson, Pa.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
Horse-drawn vehicles are parked outside of the race track. In the background, a crowd fills the stands overlooking the track.
IDNO:
052362
Title:
Birds Eye View of Dawson, Pa.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
View overlooking the town of Dawson, Pennsylvania.
IDNO:
052313
Title:
Beech Run Methodist Episcopal Church near Albright, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
Members of the church and clergy pose outside of the church building which is located in Preston County, W. Va.
IDNO:
052343
Title:
Children Holding American Flags, likely Preston County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
Two unidentified children pose together as they hold up small American flags, perhaps in celebration of Independence Day. The flags appear to have 45 stars, indicating that this photo was taken between 1896 and 1907.
IDNO:
052342
Title:
Baby in Rocking Horse, likely Preston County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
An unidentified infant is pictured sitting inside of a rocking horse. Beside the child is a doll.
IDNO:
052349
Title:
Member of Independent Order of Odd Fellows, Valley Point, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
An unidentified man belonging to Independent Order of Odd Fellow (IOOF) organization poses in a forest.
IDNO:
052348
Title:
Two Girls with Dolls on Porch, likely Preston County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
Two young girls sit on a porch swing accompanied with their dolls.
IDNO:
052354
Title:
Girl with Dolls, likely Preston County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
A young girl poses with her dolls outside in the snow.
IDNO:
052355
Title:
Man and Women, likely Preston County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
The woman on the right is holding a Pentecostal Hymnal Book. Subjects unidentified.
IDNO:
052358
Title:
Young Men and Women Outdoors, likely Preston County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
The woman dressed in black appears to be spying on the man and woman sitting beneath a bush.
IDNO:
052359
Title:
Bank Building, Dawson, Pa.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
View of the building, on the corner of Railroad Street and Main Street, from across the railroad tracks.
IDNO:
052367
Title:
Man Kneeling Next to Woman, likely Preston County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
A man looks affectionately at the woman standing as he holds her hand and appears to ask for her hand in marriage.
IDNO:
052366
Title:
Farmers Harvesting Grain, Waynesboro, Pa.
Date:
ca. 1900-1920
Description:
On the left is a Geiser Manufacturing Company steam tractor engine, also known as road locomotives, which likely pulled these farmers ploughs behind them. In the center is likely a threshing machine for the separation of grain from stalks and husks. On the right, a group of men sit with tightly bound bags, likely holding the grain seed.
