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'Engine terminal, roundhouse, coaling station, water tanks, machine shops, turntable and office building. The Guyan river runs between the shops and W. Va. highway 10. This picture was produced just before the diesel came online with the C.& O. all the shops were visible except the lower end where the pitt tracks existed.'

49. Bird's Eye View of Peach Creek, Logan County, W. Va.

IDNO:
025821
Title:
Bird's Eye View of Peach Creek, Logan County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
'Engine terminal, roundhouse, coaling station, water tanks, machine shops, turntable and office building. The Guyan river runs between the shops and W. Va. highway 10. This picture was produced just before the diesel came online with the C.& O. all the shops were visible except the lower end where the pitt tracks existed.'
Image from the collection of the Chesapeake and Ohio Historical Society. 'CSPR-2371; Broadside (right side) of C&O H-6 Mallet #1485 at Handley, W. Va. ca. 1950.'

50. Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad H-6 Mallet Locomotive No. 1485 at Handley, W. Va.

IDNO:
025829
Title:
Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad H-6 Mallet Locomotive No. 1485 at Handley, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
Image from the collection of the Chesapeake and Ohio Historical Society. 'CSPR-2371; Broadside (right side) of C&O H-6 Mallet #1485 at Handley, W. Va. ca. 1950.'

51. Edden and Betty Hammons with Grandson Larry Triplett

IDNO:
027266
Title:
Edden and Betty Hammons with Grandson Larry Triplett
Date:
ca. 1950
Edden and Betty with grandson (Emma's Boy) Larry William Triplett.

52. Edden and Betty Hammons with Grandson Larry Triplett

IDNO:
027272
Title:
Edden and Betty Hammons with Grandson Larry Triplett
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
Edden and Betty with grandson (Emma's Boy) Larry William Triplett.
'Log barn in right background was built by Jesse Ellison sometime prior to 1835.

53. A. D. Ellison Sr. Plowing the Garden, Hans Creek, W. Va.

IDNO:
033612
Title:
A. D. Ellison Sr. Plowing the Garden, Hans Creek, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
'Log barn in right background was built by Jesse Ellison sometime prior to 1835.

54. Girl Scout Troop 35 on the Westover Firetruck

IDNO:
036712
Title:
Girl Scout Troop 35 on the Westover Firetruck
Date:
ca. 1950

55. Richard's Restaurant, Morgantown, W. Va.

IDNO:
036713
Title:
Richard's Restaurant, Morgantown, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Original returned to donor.

56. Herman and Babette Schneider, Helvetia, W. Va.

IDNO:
037034
Title:
Herman and Babette Schneider, Helvetia, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
Original returned to donor.
Writing team of George Bird Evans and Kay Evans collaborate on a new mystery novel, to be published under the pen name, "Brandon Bird".

57. Husband & Wife Novelists, George Bird Evans & Kay Evans

IDNO:
038143
Title:
Husband & Wife Novelists, George Bird Evans & Kay Evans
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
Writing team of George Bird Evans and Kay Evans collaborate on a new mystery novel, to be published under the pen name, "Brandon Bird".
Marie Henry, wife of Frank Henry, is standing on the porch. The house is located on the corner of Third and E Streets.

58. Residence of Frank and Marie Henry, 147 Third Avenue, South Charleston, W. Va.

IDNO:
038855
Title:
Residence of Frank and Marie Henry, 147 Third Avenue, South Charleston, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
Marie Henry, wife of Frank Henry, is standing on the porch. The house is located on the corner of Third and E Streets.
The post office was located along a railroad track. The bridge in the background of the photograph crosses the New River near the mouth of Glade Creek.

59. Glade Post Office, Raleigh County, W. Va.

IDNO:
038922
Title:
Glade Post Office, Raleigh County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
The post office was located along a railroad track. The bridge in the background of the photograph crosses the New River near the mouth of Glade Creek.
Caption on postcard reads: "This splendid hotel, located in the heart of Martinsburg, West Virginia, the gateway to the Shenandoah Valley, is directly on U.S. 11. It is a modern fireproof hotel and favorably known to all who have enjoyed its courtesies and hospitality." Published by Marken & Bielfeld. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

60. The Shenandoah Hotel; Martinsburg, W. Va.

IDNO:
041774
Title:
The Shenandoah Hotel; Martinsburg, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
Caption on postcard reads: "This splendid hotel, located in the heart of Martinsburg, West Virginia, the gateway to the Shenandoah Valley, is directly on U.S. 11. It is a modern fireproof hotel and favorably known to all who have enjoyed its courtesies and hospitality." Published by Marken & Bielfeld. (From postcard collection legacy system.)
See original for correspondence. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

61. Big Snow Storm; Fairmont, W. Va.

IDNO:
042986
Title:
Big Snow Storm; Fairmont, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
See original for correspondence. (From postcard collection legacy system.)
See original for correspondence. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

62. Y.M.C.A., Camp Horseshoe, Tucker County, W. Va.

IDNO:
044279
Title:
Y.M.C.A., Camp Horseshoe, Tucker County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
See original for correspondence. (From postcard collection legacy system.)
See original for correspondence. (From postcard collection legacy system--subject.)

63. Boyhood Home of Stonewall Jackson, Jackson's Mill, W. Va.

IDNO:
044491
Title:
Boyhood Home of Stonewall Jackson, Jackson's Mill, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
See original for correspondence. (From postcard collection legacy system--subject.)
Published by Photo Crafters Incorporated. (From postcard collection legacy system--subject.)

64. View of Copper's Rock, Cooper's Rock State Forest, Near Morgantown, Monongalia County, W. Va.

IDNO:
044800
Title:
View of Copper's Rock, Cooper's Rock State Forest, Near Morgantown, Monongalia County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
Published by Photo Crafters Incorporated. (From postcard collection legacy system--subject.)
Caption on back of postcard reads: "Cooper's Rock State Forest Park abounds in natural beauties. Entering through a rustic gateway, the visitor is delighted with the profusion of brilliant rhododendrons, the miles of shady trails which invite exploration, the picturesque picnic tables, the hospitable shelters with open fireplaces, together with other facilities planned for their enjoyment. The Park is named after the huge rock which was at one time the refuge of a cooper fleeing from justice." Published by Photo Crafters Incorporated. (From postcard collection legacy system--subject.)

65. Gateway to Cooper's Rock State Forest, Near Morgantown, Monongalia County, W. Va.

IDNO:
044803
Title:
Gateway to Cooper's Rock State Forest, Near Morgantown, Monongalia County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
Caption on back of postcard reads: "Cooper's Rock State Forest Park abounds in natural beauties. Entering through a rustic gateway, the visitor is delighted with the profusion of brilliant rhododendrons, the miles of shady trails which invite exploration, the picturesque picnic tables, the hospitable shelters with open fireplaces, together with other facilities planned for their enjoyment. The Park is named after the huge rock which was at one time the refuge of a cooper fleeing from justice." Published by Photo Crafters Incorporated. (From postcard collection legacy system--subject.)

66. Center Street Under Water During Flood, Weston, W. Va.

IDNO:
045356
Title:
Center Street Under Water During Flood, Weston, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950

67. Barger Springs, W. Va.

IDNO:
045500
Title:
Barger Springs, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Unidentified subjects pose for a group photo behind the bleachers.

68. Hinton High School Baseball Team

IDNO:
045521
Title:
Hinton High School Baseball Team
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
Unidentified subjects pose for a group photo behind the bleachers.
Pictured from left to right, Billy Joe Farley, Mrs. Dewey Farley Lester, Irene Farley Dobbins, Mrs. Farley (first name not provided), Mr. Farley (first name not provided), unidentified, Mrs. Orb Farley, Orb Farley, and Grandma Farley.

69. Farley Family, Avis, W. Va.

IDNO:
045565
Title:
Farley Family, Avis, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
Pictured from left to right, Billy Joe Farley, Mrs. Dewey Farley Lester, Irene Farley Dobbins, Mrs. Farley (first name not provided), Mr. Farley (first name not provided), unidentified, Mrs. Orb Farley, Orb Farley, and Grandma Farley.
Coach "Buck" Porterfield's basketball team posing in the school gymnasium.

70. Hinton High School Boys Basketball Team, Hinton, W. Va.

IDNO:
045566
Title:
Hinton High School Boys Basketball Team, Hinton, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
Coach "Buck" Porterfield's basketball team posing in the school gymnasium.
From left to right: Zina, Earl and son Bernard B. Angell pose in front of the station located at the mouth of Beech Run.

71. Angell's Service Station, Hinton, W. Va.

IDNO:
045573
Title:
Angell's Service Station, Hinton, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
From left to right: Zina, Earl and son Bernard B. Angell pose in front of the station located at the mouth of Beech Run.
Selling Keystone Gas, Earl & Minnie Angell pose in front of the store located at the mouth of Beech Run.

72. Angell's Service Station, Hinton, W. Va.

IDNO:
045574
Title:
Angell's Service Station, Hinton, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
Selling Keystone Gas, Earl & Minnie Angell pose in front of the store located at the mouth of Beech Run.
Photo of the exterior of the store located at the mouth of Beech Run.

73. Ball Motor Sales, Hinton, W. Va.

IDNO:
045578
Title:
Ball Motor Sales, Hinton, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
Photo of the exterior of the store located at the mouth of Beech Run.

74. Bluestone Dam Construction Site near Hinton, W. Va.

IDNO:
045638
Title:
Bluestone Dam Construction Site near Hinton, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
View of the construction from mid-level. Unidentified workers can be seen in the distance.

75. Bluestone Dam Construction Site near Hinton, W. Va.

IDNO:
045639
Title:
Bluestone Dam Construction Site near Hinton, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
View of the construction from mid-level. Unidentified workers can be seen in the distance.

76. Bluestone Dam Under Construction, Hinton, W. Va.

IDNO:
045641
Title:
Bluestone Dam Under Construction, Hinton, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Aerial view of the dam under construction.

77. Bluestone Dam, Hinton, W. Va.

IDNO:
045643
Title:
Bluestone Dam, Hinton, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
Aerial view of the dam under construction.
Unidentified men walk along the construction site.

78. Bluestone Dam, Hinton, W. Va.

IDNO:
045645
Title:
Bluestone Dam, Hinton, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
Unidentified men walk along the construction site.
From left to right, Orval Charles, the engineer in charge, Henry Auhl, Robert A. Thompson, the assistant engineer, and unidentified pose by the construction site.

79. Engineers of the Bluestone Dam, Hinton, W. Va.

IDNO:
045646
Title:
Engineers of the Bluestone Dam, Hinton, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
From left to right, Orval Charles, the engineer in charge, Henry Auhl, Robert A. Thompson, the assistant engineer, and unidentified pose by the construction site.
A group of men crowd inside the dam's construction site. Subjects unidentified.

80. Bluestone Dam Construction, Hinton, W. Va.

IDNO:
045647
Title:
Bluestone Dam Construction, Hinton, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
A group of men crowd inside the dam's construction site. Subjects unidentified.
Men stand by parked cars by the Chesapeake & Ohio Railroad. Subjects unidentified.

81. Fairbank Scales, Hinton, W. Va.

IDNO:
045756
Title:
Fairbank Scales, Hinton, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
Men stand by parked cars by the Chesapeake & Ohio Railroad. Subjects unidentified.
Dewey Deeds pictured with his children and his mother.

82. Deeds Family, Avis, W. Va.

IDNO:
045830
Title:
Deeds Family, Avis, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
Dewey Deeds pictured with his children and his mother.
View from across the lot. Two workers pose in front of the shop.

83. Esso Station, Hinton, W. Va.

IDNO:
045832
Title:
Esso Station, Hinton, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
View from across the lot. Two workers pose in front of the shop.
The family poses on the front porch.

84. Hinton Family Home, Avis, W. Va.

IDNO:
045870
Title:
Hinton Family Home, Avis, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
The family poses on the front porch.
Photo taken north from Foss Bridge near Bellepoint. The cabin served as a telegraph office.

85. MX Cabin in Avis Yard, Hinton, W. Va.

IDNO:
045910
Title:
MX Cabin in Avis Yard, Hinton, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
Photo taken north from Foss Bridge near Bellepoint. The cabin served as a telegraph office.
An automobile drives toward the concrete bridge that crosses the mouth of the Greenbrier River and the Railroad bridge that transported material for the Bluestone Dam construction.

86. Bellepoint, W. Va.

IDNO:
045964
Title:
Bellepoint, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
An automobile drives toward the concrete bridge that crosses the mouth of the Greenbrier River and the Railroad bridge that transported material for the Bluestone Dam construction.
View from Zion Mountain overlooking the rivers.

87. Bellepoint, W. Va.

IDNO:
045965
Title:
Bellepoint, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
View from Zion Mountain overlooking the rivers.
View overlooking the town and the river.

88. Bellepoint, W. Va.

IDNO:
045966
Title:
Bellepoint, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
View overlooking the town and the river.
View of the home from across the streets in the Bellepoint section of town.

89. 112 Greenbrier Drive, Hinton, W. Va.

IDNO:
045997
Title:
112 Greenbrier Drive, Hinton, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
View of the home from across the streets in the Bellepoint section of town.
Helms pictured at 112 Greenbrier Drive in the Bellepoint section of town.

90. Helen Helms, Hinton, W. Va.

IDNO:
046001
Title:
Helen Helms, Hinton, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
Helms pictured at 112 Greenbrier Drive in the Bellepoint section of town.
View from across the river near Hinton, W. Va.

91. Bellepoint, W. Va.

IDNO:
046011
Title:
Bellepoint, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
View from across the river near Hinton, W. Va.
View of the bridge entrance near Hinton, W. Va.

92. Mouth of Greenbrier River Bridge, Bellepoint, W. Va.

IDNO:
046012
Title:
Mouth of Greenbrier River Bridge, Bellepoint, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
View of the bridge entrance near Hinton, W. Va.
The photographer feeds a fox through a fence at his home located near Hinton, W. Va.

93. Robert R. Keller In Front of His Home in Bellepoint, W. Va.

IDNO:
046013
Title:
Robert R. Keller In Front of His Home in Bellepoint, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
The photographer feeds a fox through a fence at his home located near Hinton, W. Va.
Stores beside the street sit at the old sight of the Foss Bridge entrance near Hinton, W. Va.

94. Bellepoint, W. Va.

IDNO:
046014
Title:
Bellepoint, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
Stores beside the street sit at the old sight of the Foss Bridge entrance near Hinton, W. Va.
A group of workers paving Route 3 in front of the photographer's home between New Bridge and Foss Bridge near Hinton, W. Va.

95. Paving Greenbrier Drive in Bellepoint, W. Va.

IDNO:
046015
Title:
Paving Greenbrier Drive in Bellepoint, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
A group of workers paving Route 3 in front of the photographer's home between New Bridge and Foss Bridge near Hinton, W. Va.
View of the home from across the street. Located near Hinton, W. Va.

96. Keller Home, Bellepoint, W. Va.

IDNO:
046031
Title:
Keller Home, Bellepoint, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1950
Description:
View of the home from across the street. Located near Hinton, W. Va.