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Caption on back of postcard reads: "Hub of year-round activities in this mountain wonderland. Its unsurpassed scenic beauty, plus fishing, hunting, skiing, etc., make this area a mecca for thousands of visitors annually." Published by Neale's Drug Store Incorporated. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

1. Blackwater Lodge at Blackwater Falls State Park; Davis, W. Va.

Men stand beside the Shay engine. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

2. Shay Engine Used on Blackfork, Tucker County, W. Va.

Published by J.W. Kogelschatz. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

3. Court House Building, Parsons, W. Va.

Published by F.S. Johnston Drug Company. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

4. Arlington Hotel, Parsons, W. Va.

Published by McClain Printing Company. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

5. Street View of Town With Mountains in Background, Parsons, W. Va.

(From postcard collection legacy system.)

6. High School Building, Parsons, W. Va.

Published by The Merchant's Photographer. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

7. M.E. Church South, Parsons, W. Va.

Published by Genuine Curteich. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

8. Worden's Hotel and Restaurant, Davis, W. Va.

(From postcard collection legacy system.)

9. Worden's Hotel and Restaurant, Davis, W. Va.

(From postcard collection legacy system.)

10. Worden's Hotel and Restaurant, Davis, W. Va.

See original for correspondence. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

11. View From Hill of Thomas, W. Va.

See original for correspondence. Published by F.S. Johnston Drug Company. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

12. M.E. Church, South Davis, W. Va.

Originally Tom McDermott's Barber Shop in 1900. Later Meyer Meter Sales and Gas Pumps in 1960. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

13. Tom McDermott's Barber Shop, Davis, W. Va.

F.S. Johnston Drug Company located next door. Published by F.S. Johnston Drug Company. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

14. National Bank Building, Davis, W. Va.

Published by F.S. Johnston Drug Company. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

15. William Avenue Looking West From 4th Street, Davis, W. Va.

People gather in the streets to celebrate the Fourth of July. American flags hang all over the various buildings pictured. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

16. Fourth of July Celebration, Thomas, W. Va.

Woman stands on snow covered sidewalk, while horse and buggies make their way down snow covered 2nd Street. See original for correspondence. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

17. View of 2nd Street on Snowy Day, Thomas, W. Va.

Caption on back of postcard reads: "Thomas Public School Band, a prize winning 36 piece band with equipment and uniforms purchased by a public spirited community of music loving people." published by Naturecraft. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

18. Thomas Public School Band, Thomas, W. Va.

Weight of locomotive is 264 tons. Mr. Sine stands at the front of the locomotive along with several other workers. Published by West Virginia Photo Company. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

19. One of Longest Locomotives in World; Used on Black Fork Grade Out and of Hendricks, W. Va.

Group of men stand outside of Pool Room building. Restaurant and Mountain Inn can be seen in distance. See original for correspondence. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

20. Street Scene, Hendricks, W. Va.

See original for correspondence. Published by O.M. White. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

21. Mountain Inn Hotel, Hendricks, W. Va.

(From postcard collection legacy system.)

22. Train Cars at Railroad Shop, Tucker County, W. Va.

(From postcard collection legacy system.)

23. Western Maryland Railyard Station, Thomas, W. Va.

(From postcard collection legacy system.)

24. Western Maryland Railroad Depot, Thomas, W. Va.

See original for correspondence. Published by Robbins and Son. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

25. Western Maryland Station, Thomas, W. Va.

Caption on back of postcard reads: "Hub of year round activities in this mountain wonderland. Its unsurpassed scenic beauty, plus fishing, hunting, skiing, etc., make this area a mecca for thousands of visitors annually." Published by Neale's Drug Store Incorporated. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

26. Blackwater Lodge During Winter at Blackwater Falls State Park, Davis, W. Va.

(From postcard collection legacy system.)

27. View From Hill of William, W. Va.

(From postcard collection legacy system.)

28. Cars Parked on Street in Town, Tucker County, W. Va.

Published by J.E. Poling Company. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

29. Scenery Along Western Maryland Railroad, William, W. Va.

(From postcard collection legacy system.)

30. Chris Alt and Mike Quoot in Cooking Room at W. Va. Pulp and Paper Company, Davis, W. Va.

See original for correspondence. Published by C.E. Gerkins. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

31. Tannery Buildings, Hambleton, W. Va.

Published by F.S. Johnston Drug Company. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

32. Thompson Lumber Company and Bird's Eye View of Davis, W. Va.

Published by Grafton Souvenir. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

33. Blackwater Falls, Off U.S. 219, Between Davis and Thomas, W. Va.

Published by G.E. Gerkins. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

34. Two Bridges, Parsons, W. Va.

See original for correspondence. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

35. Thomas Dam, Thomas, W. Va.

Published by H.D. Wilfong. See original for correspondence. (Published by postcard collection legacy system.)

36. Porter's Falls, Hambleton, W. Va.

(From postcard collection legacy system.)

37. People Standing Atop 65 Foot Tall Blackwater Falls, Davis, W. Va.

(From postcard collection legacy system.)

38. People Stand at Bottom of 65 Foot Tall Blackwater Falls, Near Davis, W. Va.

(From postcard collection legacy system.)

39. Highwater at Blackwater Falls, Davis, W. Va.

See original for correspondence. Published by The Albertype Company. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

40. Winter View of Frozen Blackwater Falls, Davis, W. Va.

(From postcard collection legacy system.)

41. Canyon Seen From Canyon Point, Near Thomas and Davis, W. Va.

(From postcard collection legacy system.)

42. Canyon Point at Blackwater Canyon, Near Davis, W. Va.

(From postcard collection legacy system.)

43. Blackwater Canyon Seen From Canyon Point, Near Thomas and Davis, W. Va.

See original for correspondence. Published by Rex Heck News Company. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

44. Blackwater Canyon, Monongahela National Forest, Tucker County, W. Va.

Caption on back of postcard reads: "Near U.S. 219 at Thomas, Tucker County, is Blackwater Falls, 65 feet high. It is the most impressive spot in the rugged gorge of the Blackwater which drains the lovely Canaan Valley, rimmed about by mountains 3,700 feet high. This region was made famous in "Blackwater Chronicles", by Porte Crayon, the pen-name of General David Hunter Strother." Published by Genuine Curteich. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

45. 65 Foot Tall Blackwater Falls, Tucker County, W. Va.

Caption on back of postcard reads: "This beautiful falls 65 ft. high, is located in Blackwater Falls State Park near Davis, West Virginia. Skiing, hotels, motels, and restaurants nearby; also modern lodge and deluxe cabins are available at Blackwater Falls State Park in beautiful West Virginia." Published by Curteich. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

46. Blackwater Falls State Park, Tucker County, W. Va.

(From postcard collection legacy system.)

47. Blackwater Canyon, Davis, W. Va.

Published by Broadmaster's Art Shop. (From postcard collection legacy system.)

48. Rose Hill Cemetery, Near Thomas, W. Va.

(From postcard collection legacy system--oversize.)

49. Curves on Cheat Mountain, Route 50, Tucker County, W. Va.

(From postcard collection legacy system--oversize.)

50. Blackwater River Above the Falls, Tucker County, W. Va.

(From postcard collection legacy system--oversize.)

51. Gorgeous View from Backbone Mountain, Seneca Trail, W. Va.

Published by F. S. Johnston Drug Co. (From postcard collection legacy system--oversize.)

52. View of Davis, W. Va.

(From postcard collection legacy system--oversize.)

53. View of Thomas, W. Va.

(From postcard collection legacy system--oversize.)

54. Blackwater River Above Falls, Tucker County, W. Va.

See original for correspondence. (From postcard collection legacy system--oversize.)

55. Small Town in Tucker County, W. Va.

See original for correspondence. (From postcard collection legacy system--subject.)

56. Blackwater Canyon, Near Davis, W. Va.

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker Country during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

57. The National Bank Building in Davis, W. Va.

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker Country during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.George B. Thompson came to Tucker County as part of the Blackwater Boom and Lumber Company working as a secretary and timekeeper while his uncles, Frank and J. F. Thompson, were among the first stockholders of the company. Eventually he was made manager of the company until its close in 1924. He and the Thompson family remained active in the community.

58. George B. Thompson's Home, Davis, W. Va.

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker Country during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

59. Postcard Showing Transformation of Davis, W. Va.

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker Country during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

60. View of the Top of Hob Back Mountain near Davis, W. Va.

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker Country during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.The Thompson family came to West Virginia and Tucker County in the late 1800's with the booming timber industry, taking advantage of Tucker County's forests. Albert Thompson of Philadelphia bought the J. L. Rumbarger Lumber Company which was the first lumber company in the area of Davis and Canaan Valley. He then established the Thompson Lumber Company, which later became the Blackwater Boom and Lumber Company. The mill contributed much to the economy and lumber boom of the 1900's, but closed down in 1924.

61. Thompson Lumber Company, Davis. W. Va.

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker Country during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

62. C. J. Dealh's Blacksmith Shop in Davis, W. Va.

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker Country during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

63. View of Blackwater Canyon near Davis, W. Va.

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker Country during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

64. Davis High School, Davis, w. Va.

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker Country during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

65. View Overlooking a Pulp and Paper Mill in Parsons, W. Va.

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.From left to right: W.M. Engine House, planing mill, Babcock Engine House, mill #1

66. Bird's Eye View of Davis, W. Va

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

67. U. S. Leather Company, Davis, W. Va

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.A partially burned mill including the boiler and burner are damaged.

68. View of Mill Partly Burned, Davis, W. Va

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

69. Bird's Eye View of Davis, W. Va

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.An unidentified man stands with a large horse in the snow in Davis, W. Va.

70. Man and Horse Outside of Hyskil Livery Stable in Davis, W. va.

The Wayne Spiggle House is located where the Worden Restaurant sign is hanging. The subjects standing along the sidewalk are unidentified.This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

71. A Group Stands Near the Wayne Spiggle House on Thomas Avenue, Davis, W. Va.

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.This image is part of a post card sent to the Thompson family.

72. Rinehart Family in a Canoe, Davis, W. Va.

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.A view of the Scenery Along the W.M.R.R. shows a locomotive traveling next to a steep rock face.

73. Scenery Along the Western Maryland Railroad near Davis, W. Va.

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

74. North Fork of Blackwater River near Douglas, W. Va.

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

75. Blackwater Hotel, Davis, W. Va.

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

76. View Overlooking the Town of Davis, W. Va.

Two men pose with their horses likely in Tucker County, W. Va.This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered int he region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

77. Hallack Holcomb and John Cussin with Horses Jim and Topsey in an Unidentified Location

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered int he region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

78. Box Factory and Planing Mill, Davis, W. Va.

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered int he region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

79. Mill Pond in Davis, W. Va.

The overhead, or cableway skidder, used several different cables raised at both ends, from the skidder to trees above the loading area, and allowed loggers to raise log loads above ground obstructions in order to move them. The skidder in this image is shown moving several logs.This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

80. Overhead Skidder in Blackwater Canyon, W. Va.

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

81. Building Now Known as Ralph Good Store on Thomas Avenue, Davis, W. Va.

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

82. Fireman's Hall, Davis, W. Va.

The hotel at this time was the Howard House.This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

83. Location of Warden's Hotel on Thomas Avenue, Davis, W. Va.

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

84. St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, Davis, W. Va.

This image shows an earlier view of this church. Later, the front of the building changed and people entered through the side entrance.This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

85. St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, Davis, W. Va.

View of a Methodist Church in Davis.This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

86. M. E. Church in Davis, W. Va.

The residence is pictured in the center beside the lamp post.This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

87. C. F. Smith Residence on Kent Avenue, Davis, w. Va.

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

88. A Lutheran Church in Davis, W. Va.

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

89. Catholic Church in Davis, W. Va.

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

90. View of Thomas Avenue, Davis, W. Va.

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

91. View Overlooking Main Street in Parsons, W. Va.

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

92. Bridge Over Blackwater River, Parsons, W. Va.

The back of the postcard, which is addressed to Miss Avilda Thompson, reads: "Am having a nice time. Hope you will be at Davis when I come. -Helen"This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

93. Porter's Falls, Hambleton, W. Va.

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.The Blackwater Boom and Lumber Company (also known as the Thompson Lumber Company) was started by Albert Thompson, who brought his family to Tucker County, West Virginia in the late 1800's to take advantage of Tucker County's forests.The company was bought by Babcock Lumber Company of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 1907. The mill closed at Davis in 1924.

94. Dry Kiln Fire at Blackwater Lumber and Boom Company, Davis, W. Va.

This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.

95. U. S. Leather Company in Davis, W. Va.

The man to the far left is Bob Cooper. A young Ben Thompson is pictured in the forefront with his back to the camera. To the left of the horses is Frank Cooper, and to the right of the horses is Jeff Roby. The women are unidentified.This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.Ben Thompson was the son of George Thompson. He became a well known farmer in Canaan Valley.

96. Early Residents of Canaan Valley, Tucker County, W. Va.