Title
1896 Ravenswood NewsDescription
Stories and letters to the editor. Ad’s for McIntosh hardware, A.Keller and son Brick Makee John Huffman undertaker, Charles handfired, black smith and wagon maker. I.t Pickett, physician and surgeon. R.F Fleming, attorney at Law.Creator
Ravenswood NewsDate(s) of Creation
1896Title
Washington St.Description
Photo mounted on cardboard of Washington Street in Ravenswood. Before photo of the street to be widened by State Road CommissionCreator
Ravenswood NewsTitle
Jackson County Men to Camp GreenleafDescription
Jackson County's Last quota of First Draft, who left for Camp Greenleaf, George, Tuesday, March 5, 1918. - 21 men in the pictureTitle
Ravenswood and Washington District Boys to Camp LeeDescription
Newspaper Clip. One Picture is for Ravenswood District Boys who left for Camp Lee, May 27, 1918 - 19 boys in picture. (First cousin written pointed toward Edward R.Finch) The Second picture shows Washington District Boys who left for Camp Lee, May 27, 1918. - 12 boys in the pictureDate(s) of Creation
1914 - 1918Title
"Myers House Demolished"Description
Newspaper Clip: As House Comes Down, Pleasant Memories Linger. Article about Mr. and Mrs. Reed Myers' house being torn down. Mrs. Myers father bought the farm for the Knerems family in about 1912. he purchased the farm, which included the house, barn, sheds, and more than 60 acres for $10,000. A picture shows Mr. and Mrs. Myers on the steps with their grandaughter.Date(s) of Creation
May 4, 1983Title
"Forts In Mid-Ohio Valley"Description
A continued article from a previous week. The article was headlined "Forts In Mid-Ohio Valley."Title
Edward Fine letter to EditorDescription
Soldiers letter, from France, December 25, 1918. To editor Herald, describing his time when Armistice was signed and what happened afterwards. Signed by Edward R. Finch.Creator
The Jackson Star and HeraldTitle
Historic PhotosDescription
4 pictures. One showing Heavy Traffic on the Ohio River. The second picture shows cars getting on to a ferry. The third picture is of a popular boat, The Nina Paden. The last picture shows Parkersburgs first cars lined up before taking a drive.Creator
Parkersburg SentinelDate(s) of Creation
May 1971Title
Blennerhassett Exhibit at Ravenswood LibraryDescription
The clip shows the special Blennerhassett Island exhibit at the Ravenwsood Library.Title
"Washington Part of Valley's History"Description
Article titled, "Washington Part of Valley's History" It is about George Washington surveying the land along the river.Title
White Men Explored Area 300 Years AgoDescription
Headed, "White Men Explored Area 300 Yrs. Ago" It is about Parkersburg being explored in 1669. It includes 3 pictures showing Queen City, the Parkersburg Brewing Company, and the Salvation Army. There's also a construction ad for their 150th anniversary.Creator
Parkersburg SentinelDate(s) of Creation
May 1971Title
The McMurray Grocery StoreDescription
Article written about the McMurray Grocery that opened in Ravenswood Wv from 1941 to 1971 . It explains hours, merchandise, and historical events as the pertained to the market. It has been closed due to the owners illness.Date(s) of Creation
Sep 16, 1971Title
Company B, WWI Army of RavenswoodDescription
Picture of Company B - World War I Army of RavenswodNotes
given by Dean MooreTitle
Tractor Trailer Crashes through Moore HomeDescription
article about truck that crashed into moore home on corner of walnut and race.Notes
Given by Dean MooreTitle
Newspaper article-ww11 submarineDescription
News article about ww11 submarine “uss requin” traveling up the Mississippi and Ohio rivers to its new home at thebcarnegicbscienfe center in Pittsburg. I had been decommissioned dec 3rd 1968Notes
Entered by Brenda WebbTitle
1986 Ravenswood newsDescription
Stories and letters to the editor. Ad’s for McIntosh hardware, A.Keller and son Brick maker John huoma undertaker, Charles handfried, blacksmith and wagon maker. I.T Pickett, physician and surgeon. R.F Fleming, attorney at lawDate(s) of Creation
Aug 5, 1896Title
Photo- newspaper- Methodist church of murraysvilleDescription
Photo taken of the Methodist church at murraysville. No date- church was torn down in 1940Date(s) of Creation
Sep 28, 1986Notes
Entered by Brenda WebbTitle
Photo newspaper- officials of Rav schools improvement associationDescription
Photo Rav news of officials of the Ravenswood school improvement association counting tickets to their annual $5 banquetSearch Terms
Cataloged by Brenda WebbTitle
Photo- newspaper 1946 women’s clubDescription
Photo of the 1946 women’s club members of Ravenswood, WV. Submitted by Bob Pihan for the history of Jackson Co. Photo contestDate(s) of Creation
1946Notes
Cataloged by Brenda WebbTitle
Photo- Rav News- K of P drill team- 1904Description
Picture of Ravenswood K. And P. Drill team with members identified in 1904Date(s) of Creation
1944Notes
Cataloged by Brenda WebbTitle
Newspaper article- Double Hanging- 1866Description
News article about double hanging that took place in 1866 in Parkersburg, WV. David Chogan, 58, and Thomas Boice, 32 were executed for the murder of Abraham Deem.Date(s) of Creation
Feb 27, 1966Notes
Cataloged by Brenda webbTitle
Photo- Rav News- National Guard Company B- 1968Description
Newspaper photo of company B- West Virginia national guard, taken in 1908Date(s) of Creation
Jan 15, 1942Notes
Cataloged by Brenda WebbTitle
Photo/article- newspaper- wife of Dr.W.D PickeringDescription
Photo/article written about Dr. W.D. Pickering of Lone Cedar, Wood Co, WV. As told by his widow with photo of her at 84.Notes
Cataloged by Brenda WebbTitle
Ravenswood news article- WashingtonDescription
Small article in Ravenswood News about George Washington staying in Ravenswood before becoming President while surveying the area- 4000 acres which he had been granted for his surveying work.Notes
Cataloged by Brenda WebbTitle
WWI SubmarineDescription
News article about ww11 submarine “USA requin” traveling up the Mississippi and Ohio rivers to its new home at the Carnegie science center in Pittsburg. I had been decommissioned dec-3rd-1968Title
Newspaper- Ravenswood News- photoDescription
Photo early 1980’s of Lick Run School which is now known as Patterson Run Road, Millwood.Title
Photo- Community House- McIntoshDescription
Photo of the Old McIntosh home that is serving as the community home in Ravenswood. Photo was taken after snow fall.Title
Rav. News. Photo. Statts Mill StoreDescription
Photo of the old Satts mill store taken in the early 1900’s possibly 1985. Large group gathered in front of the store- location unknown.Date(s) of Creation
1978Title
Photo- Ravenswood News- Barge at LocksDescription
Photo ( Ravenswood News) of the barge- Luther Hersman exiting the locks in 1967. Paul Bourgeois was the photographer.Date(s) of Creation
1967Title
Photo- Hand Powered Ferry- Rav. NewsDescription
Photo of Hand Powered Ferry that once served Ravenswood- early 1900”s has man standing on deck- no identificationTitle
Photo- Rav. News- senator Jay RockefellerDescription
Newspaper photo of Jay Rockefeller being shown the areas in the county where signals cannot be picked up Mayor Angus- Ripley looks on Black/White photo- town meetingTitle
Newspaper - photo- Walt SmittleDescription
Walt Smittle- State Fire Marshall, Ripley resident received the standards medal from the National Fir Protection Association. Photos by Lois McCann- Ravenswood NewsTitle
Photo- Rav. News- Fitzhugh MansionDescription
Photo of Fitzhugh family mansion that were descendants of George Washington. It was built by logs and refined in modern style.Title
Note of Loan- 12# of juice?Description
Store receipt- with note of borrowed 12# of Juice? Note very brittle top right corner is torn it is with the note. Very hard to read.Title
Certificate (coupon) from the national refining Co. 1912Description
Certificate (coupon) for the holder to receive on gallon of national light of free. Plain paper with green ink. Lay out similar to paper. Currency dated 1912 with seal of eagle in center with logo of National Oil and white rose.Date(s) of Creation
1912Title
Newspaper picture- postcard of walnut st.Description
Postcard scene or walnut st Ravenswood. People walking on side walks. No street light. Tree lined streets.Date(s) of Creation
1925Title
Newspaper picture of Ariel photo of Kenna,WVDescription
Picture was made on a hill behind green residence Rt. 34 leading to Kentuck and dirt road that would become Rt.21Date(s) of Creation
1915Title
Ravenswood landmarks- newspaper article-1980Description
Various landmarks with newspaper stories/headlines for I.c. 1. Episcopal church of Ravenswood 2. 1st Baptist church today 3. Train dept. 4. Ravenswood high school/ commencement flyer 5. Workers oqt Ravenswood saw mill 6. Flood of 1936 7. Railroad 8. Bridge over little sand creek- edge of Ravenswood 9. Flower- Ohio river festival-1935 10. Riverboat passes be Ravenswood in June 1888. 11. Commencement exercise announcement for Ravenswood grade school 12. Workers take a break at Ravenswood saw mills 1900’s 13. Reps adjacent to pearl ritchie home approx 1900.Title
Newspaper article- headlines of 1937Description
Article from Parkersburg sentinel- headlines every day for the year 1937. Including may 3rd. “Gone with the wind” wins Pulitzer Prize ad may 7th - 33 dead in Hindenburg tragedyDate(s) of Creation
1937Title
Ravenswood news article- WashingtonDescription
Small article in Ravenswood News about George Washington staying in Ravenswood before becoming president while surveying the area- 4,000 acres which he had been granted for his surveying work. The hand was bequeathed to his nieces and nephews the fitzhugh family.Title
Photo/article- newspaper- wife is dr. W. D PickeringDescription
Photo/ article written about dr w.d Pickering of lone cedar, wood co, wv. As told by his widow phot of her at 84.Title
Photo- Rav news- National guard company b -1908Description
Newspaper photo of company b. West Virginia national guard, taken in 1908.Date(s) of Creation
Jan 15, 1942Title
Newspaper article- double hanging -1866Description
News article about double hanging that took place in 1866 Parkersburg, wv. David chogan, 58vqndnthomas voice 32 were executed for the murder of Abraham deemDate(s) of Creation
Feb 27, 1966Title
Parkersburg news clipping: 1770 Hardin canal holdingsDescription
Article: “first entries of land where in what once was hunters’ paradise listed by rector” mark hardin entered claim to 400 acres for his settlement in 1770 - prepared from facts gathered by Charles r rector of Washington bottomDate(s) of Creation
Jul 26, 1931Title
Newspaper clips Description
4 different clips of column of pride in our place names. Sherman, New Era, Audent, Liberty, Liverpool, LeroyTitle
1966 newspaper clipDescription
Article: descendant of Jesse Hughes tells about trouble with Indians here- Laura bishop- picture of Laura bishop and Mabel Riley- roommates at Ravenswood rest home; local woman’s husband is colonel in Vietnam- Lt.- col H.F. Mooney.Title
Newspaper- the Ravenswood News- pgs 3-6Description
From Ravenswood news “profile 1992” articles: dr Paul starlet; dr Enoch Dwight stats;Date(s) of Creation
1992Title
Newspaper clip- moundsDescription
Ancient mounds and Indian graves remind some Jackson countians that we are not the first to call this land home.Title
1992 newspaper - “great fish of the great bend”Description
Great fish of the great bend- the Jackson county news on June 18th 1879 reported a freshwater fish in the great bend of the Ohio river as 16 feet long - all attempts to catch the fish failed.Date(s) of Creation
1992Title
The Jackson news Description
Articles: pg 2 “across dark waters” “little mike” and a host of earlier ferry boats traversed the Ohio for 140 years,w/ pictures of the ferry; pg7 - picture Ravenswood circa 1903 view from Ohio hillside; “pride in our place names.”Title
The Ravenswood news- sand creek riffleDescription
Article:” the sand creek riffle!” “ an easy access across the mighty Ohio for the shawnees and civil war troops”, was used by general jenkins when he carried the confederate flag into Ohio in 1862, and also by the union army under general light burn in its retreat the same yearTitle
1992 Ravenswood news- Kennedy visitDescription
Article: fallen leaders brother Ted, recalled his visit to our Ravenswood in parade magazine (Sunday gazette- mail, picture of Ted Kennedy w/pictures of j.f. Kennedy in the background.”Date(s) of Creation
1992Title
1949 Jackson herald- pg15 and backsideDescription
Articles: column- “ the first 118 years of Jackson county history- particularly article: side 2- partial columns of different communities. Listing military assignments, casualties and citations, other county news advisementsTitle
The Ravenswood news- 3 clipsDescription
Articles: 2 clips- “ Ravenswood Bridge Picking up support, map of proposed bridge location; “ a fatal ambush on mill creek” “Indians fired lethal shots, as the hunters returned thanks at the breakfast camp fire” in February 1793.Date(s) of Creation
Jun 8, 1967Title
1995 Ravenswood news “crossing bridge beats taking ferry”Description
Article: profile 1995- the Ohio river pg.7 -“crossing bridge beats taking ferry,” article about the William S. Ritchie Jr. bridge in Ravenswood. Picture of Bill Ritchie, former wv road commissioner and 4 years as mayor of Ravenswood.Date(s) of Creation
1995Title
R.L. Casto military historyDescription
Article: military history- R.L. casto has been a part of Jackson county’s army reserve traditions over 34 years, by Doug Skeen, picture of cw4R.L Casto, the unit administrator and facilities manager of the reserve center on second avenue in Ripley standing next to a plaque awarded to him by the armed forces for his work with the veterans memorial that stands on the courthouse square.Title
1967rav. News “cemetery funds provide money for improvements”Description
Article” cemetery funds provide money for improvements, picture of paved road in Ravenswood cemetery with new fencing in Ravenswood.Date(s) of Creation
Jul 31, 1969Title
The Ravenswood news “ the march of medicine”Description
Articles: “the march of medicine” “ a goodly portion of Jackson county drew its first breath under the watchful eyes of dr.Jim kessel…. Or his father” picture of younger/older Dr. Kessel and also Dr. Charles.Title
“Pride in an placenames” columnDescription
Articles: column- pride in our placenames- Sherman, new era, advent, Liverpool, Leroy- news from communities.Title
1991 Jackson star newsDescription
Articles: pg.7 “ a talent for history” teacher, writer, musician- Jim bush has always loved the past” w/picture of Jim Bush; of 8- military tradition- in its 6th decade area. Picture of U.S. Reserve Center located on Second Avenue in Ripley since march 1959.Date(s) of Creation
Feb 19, 1991Title
1979 Ravenswood NewsDescription
Articles: side 1- section 1- Methodist church rich in historical background; pg 2 - Mrs. Longfitt entertains lesson in cornfield where a new garbage land field 40 acres of farmland owned by Kaiser aluminum has been leased to Ravenswood for a $1 a year- located south of Rt 56; section 2- picture of Ravenswood coach Pisano goes for a ride- players carrying him off the field after Red Devils win state class A playoff game over Winfield 15-13Date(s) of Creation
Oct 16, 1967Title
1968’ popular science’ - “our worst bridge disaster- why did it happen?”Description
Articles- “our worst bridge disaster: “ why did it happen?” Silver bridge at point pleasant wv, w/pictures of the bridge before and the wreckage.Date(s) of Creation
Mar 1968Title
1963 readers digest:” the Ohio valley- Americas newest industrial empire”Description
Article: “ the Ohio valley- America’s newest industrial empire” “ the fast decade has witnessed an astonishing transformation of the peaceful Ohio river and its tributaries; with pictures of the Kaiser aluminum plant in Ravenswood, WV, map of Ohio river, Pittsburgh golden triangle- Allegheny and Monongahela river join the Ohio river.Date(s) of Creation
Dec 1968Title
1976Jackson Herald “ history unfolds at evergreen hills Indian mound”Description
Articles- pg A-15- Gosset and knight on all -TVAC team, w/picture of “ TVAC all- Conference team 1976”; unfolds at EVergreen Hills Indian Mound” “ archaeologists open Indian mound for research study” w/picture (3) of people digging.Date(s) of Creation
Mar 12, 1976Title
1976- Rav. News - north of Ravenswood, archal Dig uncovers evidence of Indian settlementDescription
Articles: pg.81 - “North of Ravenswood” “archeological dig uncovers evidence of Indian Settlement” pictures of work crew digging for artifacts; pgB2- picture of the Nemesis motorcycle group from Parkersburg during a Shriner”s parade at Masonic Lodge in Ravenswood; list of Jackson General News- Admissions, births, Pg B1 and B2Date(s) of Creation
Aug 12, 1976Title
1931 Ravenswood NewsDescription
Article: this section visited by Washington- addressed to : M.C McKay, sec’4 chamber of commerce, Ravenswood wv, responding to a request for information regarding General George Washington’s visit to this area in 1770, signed by C.L Brown.Date(s) of Creation
Dec 17, 1931Title
1965 Ravenswood newsDescription
Articles: side 1- Ravenswood news: heart and hand Rebekah’s meet, man jailed on check charges; religion in America “ hard to accept Jesus’ sayings on poverty: side 2- “last public hanging occurred in 1897 at ripley”Date(s) of Creation
Apr 8, 1965Title
The Ravenswood news- a Sandyville lost cemetery uncovered by boy scoutsDescription
Article: “ Sandyvilles lost cemetery uncovered by Boy Scouts”- picture of members of scout troop no.441 of SandyvilleDate(s) of Creation
Apr 3, 1969Title
1969 The Ravenswood news-“ lock 22 project-3rd city park soon to become reality”Description
Articles: side 1- Lock 22 project 3rd city park soon to become reality- leased 14 acres to city by U.S. corps of engineers; side 2- classified ads.Date(s) of Creation
Jul 17, 1969Title
1976 Jackson heraldDescription
Articles: page A-13- cartoon w/men jumping hurdles with different words- Big government, busing, legal marijuana, is author- Jackson County History series begins in Herold, with picture of lady holding book.Date(s) of Creation
May 21, 1976Title
1959 Charleston Sunday Gazette- mailDescription
Articles: pg D1 - Ravenswood takes class A title, 15-13, cubs 2 TD runs pace win, with picture; pg. d2 various sports articlesDate(s) of Creation
Nov 15, 1959Title
1976 Parkersburg sentinel? Bicentennial editionDescription
articles: pgB27- river brought trade to area;pg B28 “Parkersburg : big show town”partial picturesDate(s) of Creation
Apr 4, 1976Title
1976 Parkersburg sentinel. Bicentennial editionDescription
Articles:pg B25- Washington grabbed w.va.land, picture of Washington crossing the Delaware ; pgB26 - Marietta- shipbuilding capital; Marietta formerly was named Adelphia.Date(s) of Creation
Jul 2, 1976Title
1970 news “children promote Ravenswood clean-up”Description
Article:” children promote clean-up Ravenswood - letter to editor from 4 children who lived on fitzhugh st,Ravenswood - Janie wood, Beth Beverly, Christian and Carolyn binezewski;Date(s) of Creation
Jun 4, 1970Title
1970 Ravenswood news-“ graveyard slumbers almost forgotten”Description
articles: “graveyard slumbers almost forgotten,” nothing more needs to be said” personal column “population increase predicted for state;” “ survey reveals advertisement”Date(s) of Creation
Jan 2, 1970Title
1967 Parkersburg newsDescription
Articles: pg.19- happy face operation is a success; their fees’rare’ too, city learns- itinerant steeple jacks now rare; Degaulle is real blessing; pg.20 when cholera hit Parkersburg area- was it a miracle in our valley-134 years ago?Date(s) of Creation
Dec 17, 1967Title
1969 Herald advertiserDescription
Partial articles: pg.71 “the do it yourself analyze his potent”; a combo easel with picture of lady at easel; pg.8Date(s) of Creation
Mar 9, 1969Title
1968 Ravenswood news- arts and crafts fairDescription
Articles:pg B3 recipe for crispy garlic fired chicken; pg b4 partial article artsandTitle
David Homer McFarland, A Compulsive PainterDescription
David Homer McFarland, A Compulsive Painter, by Elaine Rowley. An early Jackson County painter who was almost penniless, would wonder about the county painting on cardboard or any other convenient material. Picture of Edna county of Ravenswood - his last remaining daughter. He supported his motherless children by trading his paintings. He is buried in Pine Hill Cemetery.Date(s) of Creation
Nov 23, 1980Title
Confederate Soldiers in Jackson CountyDescription
Confederate Soldiers in Jackson County Part III, by Corinne Fisher. Company G of the 10th Virginia Calvary was organized at Ripley in June and July, 1961 and mustered at Camp David on August 5. They were frequently called the Jackson Rangers of the Wise Legion.Creator
The Jackson Star and HeraldDate(s) of Creation
Sep 2, 1977Title
Society Organized to Perpetuate Area HistoryDescription
Society is Organized to Perpetuate Area History, by Carolyn Miller. Picture of tombstones next to church. Members of the Jackson County Historical Society will join the congregation of Coleman Chapel, Murraysville, WV, for 10oth anniversary celebration. The historic church is flanked by a cemetery in the church yard where paneer members of the Coleman family are buried.Date(s) of Creation
Jun 10, 1971Title
Ripley District Boys Who Left for Camp LeeDescription
Newspaper Clip, Ripley District Boys Who Left for Camp Lee, May 27, 1918 - 30 men in the picture from Jackson County. Back - canning jarsTitle
Jackson County Boys Who Left for Camp MeadeDescription
Newspaper Clip - Jackson County Boys Who Left for Camp Meade, MD, April 26 - 11 men from Jackson County.Title
Jackson County Boys Who Left for Camp LeeDescription
Newspaper Clip - Jackson County Boys Who Left for Camp Lee, September 19. Picture of 24 men.Title
Washington District Boys Who Left for Camp LeeDescription
Clip with 2 pictures: (1) Washington District Boys Who Left for Camp Lee, VA, September 5, 1918 - 16 men in picture; (2) Grant - Union District Boys Who Left for Camp Lee, VA, September 5, 1918 - 16 men in picture.Title
Jackson County DrafteesDescription
Jackson County's Emergency Quota Who Left for Columbus, Ohio, May 23. 21 men in the picture.Title
Jackson County Boys Left for TrainingDescription
Jackson County Draftees Who Left for Training Camps, June 28, 1918 - 32 men in the picture.Title
Jackson County Boys Sent to Camp LeeDescription
Jackson County Boys Who Left to Join the Colors, May 15-17, 1918 - 7 men in the picture.
Article - "Will Entrain Monday" - Summons issued by Local Board calling the quota of 88 draftees to appear here Saturday, May 25, at 6 P.M. They will be entrained Monday Morning at 6:20 for Camp Lee, VA. Entertainment to be held in their honor on the court square at 1 P.M. A list of names at the end of the article are included.Title
Lewis & Clark Expedition in Riverfront ParkDescription
Region Section - Page 1: Director Explains Mountwood Park Finances; Truax Pleads Guilty to 2 felony charges faces 10 years in prison - Justin Craig Truax; Lewis & Clark Expedition - about 2500 people crowded Washington Western Lands Park in Ravenswood Tuesday to see the Lewis and Clark Corps of Discovery sponsored by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Various other articles pertaining to the Parkersburg area.Creator
The Parkersburg NewsDate(s) of Creation
Sep 18, 2003Title
Ancient Culture Remains in MoundDescription
The Parkersburg News - Articles: Page 43 - Ancient Culture Remains in Mound on the farm of the late Harrison W. and Lena Buckley near Belleville. Page 44 - Agriculture yearbook for kids.
AdvertisementsCreator
The Parkersburg NewsDate(s) of Creation
Apr 27, 1980Title
The River was Busy in The Old DaysDescription
Article: The River was busy in Old Days - (Partial article)Creator
The Parkersburg NewsDate(s) of Creation
May 1971Title
Rogers, Post Die in Air CrashDescription
Home Edition - All the Leading Markets - 20 Pages - Price 4 cents: Page 1 - Headline: "Rogers, Post Die, Air Crash;" Lost, Fog, Engine Gone, Quick Death" - Wiley Post and Will Rogers; "Killed Instantly in 50 Foot Drop;" Page 1 has various article about the crash; Page 2 - Forbid Women to Drink Beer - Old Statue from Pre-Prohibition Days Still on City Charter;
AdvertisementsCreator
The Parkersburg NewsDate(s) of Creation
Aug 16, 1935Title
George Washington's VoyageDescription
Page 7 - George Washington's Voyage - From Fort Pitt to the mouth of the Great Kanawha in 1770: Picture of Washington; Page 8 Continued from page 7, Newspaper clips about Washington glued to page 8 from Columbus Journal and Wheeling RegisterDate(s) of Creation
Feb 22, 1900Title
Jackson County Draftees to Camp LeeDescription
Newspaper Clip - Jackson County's Emergency Quota, Who Left Camp Lee, Monday, April 1, 1918: Picture of 16 men from Jackson CountyTitle
Ripley Womens Club Holds Past Presidents MeetingDescription
Society Clubs Personal - Women's Club of Ripley Holds Past Presidents Meeting. Hand written in ink at top right: April 14th, 1940, Freeman Editor; picture of ladies who attended the meeting with names nelow - 28 women. The meeting was in celebration of the Golden Jubilee of the General Federation of Women's Club.Creator
The Ravenswood NewsDate(s) of Creation
Apr 4, 1940Title
Ravenswood from the air, 1966Description
Picture, front - Ravenswood from the air in 1966 shows the expanding development of the residential areas. Gives address of where you can order prints.
Back - Ad for McCoy Marine, Point Pleasant; Murraysville Club Honored; Mt. Alto Telephone service meeting set;Title
"Five In The Valley" - Newsprint NegativeDescription
"Five In The Valley" - "Ravenswood Works - Kaiser Aluminum and Chemical Corporation" " Tradition! Opportunity! They are with us here today at the mighty Ohio River." Henry J. Kaiser Ravenswood 1954. Ad to celebrate 5 years in Jackson County, WV.Date(s) of Creation
Feb 11, 1960Title
Old Soldier Remembered (Charlie Fast Bio)Description
"People Page" - Article "Former MP" "Old Soldier Remembers; has no regrets at all" by Greg A. Gubi - Article on Charles Fast joined the West Virginia National Guard as a 15 year old in 1912, has been in the Navy - 1914 and Army and now an active member of his local VFW and American Legion Post in Ravenswood, WV.Date(s) of Creation
Jul 29, 1976Title
Parkersburg Academy of Music ProgramDescription
A picture of and old "programme" from Academy of Music. The article is about the Academy of Music Theatre which was one of the first ones in Parkersburg.Creator
Parkersburg SentinelDate(s) of Creation
May 1971Title
"Initial Passenger Train Arrived Here From Grafton in1857"Description
Clip titled "Initial Passenger Train Arrived Here From Grafton in 1857." The 104 mile trip took 14 hours. It was the very first railroad passenger into Parkersburg. On May 1, 1857.Creator
Parkersburg SentinelDate(s) of Creation
May 1971Title
A Mighty Blast Blew Out One Side of the HM HoxieDescription
Front: "A Mighty Blast Blew Out One Side of the H.M. Hoxie" by Goff Carder - Early on Sunday Morning, 4/8/1906, the tow boat, H.M. Hoxie (picture), stopped at Portland, OH, to drop an empty barge, it was the 2nd largest towboat on the upper Ohio. When backing away from the wharf, 2 of the 7 boilers exploded.
Back - Girls win, boys lose in tennis opener.Creator
The Ravenswood NewsDate(s) of Creation
Apr 8, 1979Title
1983 Ravenswood News Column on DH McFarland's PaintingsDescription
Articles: Page A-5 - - Right Around Ripley, by Elaine Rowley - Correspondent - Column on David Homer McFarland's Paintings; plus other tidbits of news; New members Join pioneers 4-H Group; Farmers urged to report cost - sharing practices
Page A-6 - - Cottageville News column by Phyllis McComas, correspondent; Extension programs vital to community
Numerous adsCreator
The Ravenswood NewsDate(s) of Creation
May 4, 1983Title
1972 Parkersburg News : Murphytown Historical SketchDescription
Partial 1 - - Articles: Page 21 - Partial Obituaries, Funeral Services; New Matadors Elementary School Honor Roll Released; This Diet Has a Difference
Page 22 - - Murphytown First called Murphy's Mill - Francico Murphy was founder.
Founded in 1855, 6 or 8 miles east of Parkersburg along the old stage coach turnpike which U.S. 50 roughly follows today; 'Black Pony' Fliers Leaving Viet Zone - The U.S. Navy withdrew its last combat forces from Vietnam - 2,140 men.Creator
The Parkersburg NewsDate(s) of Creation
Apr 2, 1972Title
"Wirt Site Sold for $300,000 value later fell to $1500.Description
By Ruth Morgan. Newspaper Clip - Articles: Page 36 - - Wirt Site sold for $300,000 - Value Later Fell to $1,500 - Discovered in 1935 by Attorney General Louis Reed - checked on a tract of land in Burning Springs district, - - it was valued at $1,500, - - He found the deed dated 11/11/1865 when it sold for $300,000.Creator
The Parkersburg NewsDate(s) of Creation
Apr 2, 1972Title
First Christian Church HistoryDescription
Articles: Historic Church Built in Ravenswood in 1895 - The First Christian Church today stands at Gallatin and Sand Streets; The Structure was built in 1895 and has quite a history behind its development. Established by Ephraim Wells; Drivers Pay Fines in court at Ravenswood; Dismiss Official of State ABC due to his involvement in political campaign on company time - George W. Spence III denied accusation.Creator
The Parkersburg NewsDate(s) of Creation
Jun 29, 1972Title
Discovery Expedition Tells Lewis & Clark TaleDescription
Articles: Page 3B - Dear Abby Advice Column; "'Discovery Expedition' tells Lewis and Clark tale"; CEOs Hold Reunion; Hints from Heloise; Weekly Society Guide Lines
Page 4B - AdvertisementsCreator
The Parkersburg NewsDate(s) of Creation
Sep 10, 2003Title
Dramatic Company's Performance Packed Ravenswood Opera HouseDescription
Article: Dramatic Company's performances packed the R'Wood Opera House - The Goodwin & Bryant Company feautured several child actors, presented four plays during the week of 4/2/1899.Date(s) of Creation
1993Title
Presidential Visit Didn't HappenDescription
Article: "The Would Be Future Presidential Visit Which Didn't Happen" - President General Dwight David Eisenhower; he was on a train from Huntington to Parkersburg and was supposed to stop in Ravenswood; some students went down to the depot with signs - but just watched as the train kept going. Supposedly, Eisenhower sent a letter of apology; (picture of the president)Title
Ravenswood News, Lions EditionDescription
Partial Pages - The Ravenswood News, Lions Edition; Partial pages of 1 and 2 and 2 others (?); Articles: Page 1 - McIntosh Home Bequeathed to Town - To Modernize Building for Town Center, Bequeathed by McIntosh Family. "Basketball Tourney Plans Are Near Completion, Local Firms Donate Prizes for Tourney" 3/6 -7. Page 2 - Columns: This Lions Edition, Ravenswood Lionism; Sen. Dan Fleming - Picture and article on him: Letters to the editor; next page - pictures of B.E. Kimble - Principal of R.H.S., J.H. Williamson - past prsident of the Lions Club: Charles S. Peters - Local Druggist, John C. Tallman- A Roaring Lion
Next Page - Card of Appreciation; Mayor DeBussey Will Enter G.O.P Congress Race; Cedar Run Epworth League Program.Creator
The Ravenswood NewsDate(s) of Creation
Feb 27, 1936Title
Jackson County Fall FestivalDescription
Articles: Hundreds Here for Festival, Jackson County Fall Festival - Festival Queen June Ritchie; Ripley has edge over Ravenswood - Injuries Hit Ravenswood Squad to Eliminate two 1st team players; County Republican ballots show trend for Roosevelt; Death claims local citizen - Mrs. Nevada Belle Cariens, 70 year old;
Pages 1,2,5,6Creator
The Ravenswood NewsDate(s) of Creation
Oct 10, 1940Title
Old Historic House Withstands Tests of TimeDescription
Article: Page 2 Bottle Collecting Hobby Shared by Ravenswood Couple - Mr. and Mrs. E.F. Rhodes; Singout Ravenswood Presents Many Shows; WVU Summer Session has record enrollment. Page 3 - Old Historic House Withstands the Test of Time - Pictures House on McCoy Dairy Farm, Built by Andrew Flesher, Roseanne McCoy, daughter of Conrad McCoy, with headstones on hilltop of Flesher children on hilltop Flesher Family CemeteryDate(s) of Creation
Jul 1, 1970Title
Ravenswood Cemetery Past, PresentDescription
Front article - "Ravenswood Cemetery... It's Past, Present - Operates Under Non-Profit Company" by Charlotte Enos - In 1855 William Proctor (Sue Proctor Miller's great grandfather) gave the town his farm for a cemetery - about 2 1/2 acres. The Trustees were Lunceford Thorne, Ephraim Wells, Bartholomew Fleming, and Robert Park. The article lists board members, stock holders, and the manager. Fence was erected in 1978. Pictures of the cemetery, grave stone for William Harpold, Robert S Brown, The Fitzughs. One of the most interesting is of tombstone of Joseph Rool, Bodyguard for Napoleon, born May 14, 1783, died April 4, 1884. Back: Presents award to youth director federated women's club; Baby announcement Joshua Ray Southall, born April 15, son (with a picture) of Mr. and Mrs. Gary Southall, Ripley.Creator
The Ravenswood NewsDate(s) of Creation
May 3, 1978Title
Kessel Steamer TrainDescription
Metal Clad/Wood, leather handles on the side (1 missing), stamped brass decorative fittings and hasps - lock/ latches hinges some of the metal has a stamped design; The inside has a lift out drawer that has a divider. There is a red and blue paper edging around the front o the drawer and around edges of the lid, also a picture of a lady with same red and blue edging around her picture. Under her picture is written "My Girls", next to her picture is written "Jwk"; on the inside back of the lid is written "J.W. Kessell." Some parts of the interior has paper on the sides and the drawer. It appears to have been painted from green to black.Title
Local Family Enjoys Life on SternwheelerDescription
Articles: Page B-1 - Traveling to Regattas, Races, Local Family Enjoys Life on Sternwheeler, by Sandy McKeithan --The U.S.S. Mud Sock - Owned by Carl and Jackie Wright of Mt. Alto - Picture of the Wrights and daughter Barbara on the Sternwheeler and 2 men enjoying - Also, a picture of them ringing the U.S. Navybell that was a gift.
Page B-2 - Society Page - Wedding Announcement of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Headley Jr. (Denise Lynn Greenleaf) - Engagement Announcement Jennifer Gregory and Brogan M. Rose - Dave and Sugar Concert at Parkersburg High School 9/24/1983 - Silverton Fire Department Ice Cream Social - Picture of 2 little boys with ice cream machine - Ryan Jarrell and Jason Baltic.Creator
The Ravenswood NewsDate(s) of Creation
Aug 24, 1983Title
Williamson Home on Heritage TourDescription
Articles: Page B-1 - Williamson Home - on Heritage tour - Heirlooms Add Beauty, character to dwelling - The article is about W.D. Williamson and his wife Hazel Martin Williamson - Pictures: Mrs. Williamson sitting on a bed with quilts, baskets, also other antique objects, another picture is of a Cast Iron Circus Wagon; Picture of the Eddison Recorder. House Located on Sand Street.
Page B-2 - Society Page - Sorority Celebrates Founders Day New Officers of Beta Sigma Phi installed on 5/2/1983 - Sandy George - President, Karen Williams - VP, Sheila Cummings - Extension Officer, Carol Durant - Recording Secretary, Patsy Morris - Corresponding Secretary, Absent was Marge Flannigan, Treasurer
Wedding Announcement - Cynthia Conley and Joe Eddie Field wedding set.Creator
The Ravenswood NewsDate(s) of Creation
May 11, 1983Title
Ravenswood Residents Restore Old HomesDescription
Page 11 A - Ravenswood Residents Restore Old Homes: Bill and DeeDee Chapman, 201 Henrietta Street. Ravenswood - House built in 1895 - Had been a guest home, rest home, and apartments. 2 Lee + Gail Benford Corner of Walnut and Virginia Streets - House built in 1871. Pictures of Houses; Classes in Oriental Culture
Page 12 A - Various Articles Continued from Page 1. Pictures of Students Nominated to receive Youth Appreciation Day Awards were honored last night at Charleston High School
Various AdvertisementsDate(s) of Creation
May 13, 1983Title
Miss Golda Ritchie Remembers Early DaysDescription
Picture shown in front of the St. Dennis Mills, owned by Miss Golda Ritchie's father, Arthur Clarence Ritchie. Horse and buggy with her father in the drivers seat and her brothers Ray and Bood. Picture standing on the porch of the original Ritchie home in Ravenswood are Eula Ritchie and Bood Ritchie. The home was later occupied by Lavantia Knotts. Picture of Miss Golda Ritchie. Arthur Clarence Ritchie bought an interest [thest?]. Dennis Mills in 1901; he later bought the other half of the mill. He sold it in 1920-21. Golda was his bookkeeper. She later worked for Traders Trust and Company in Spencer. Then, Back to Ravenswood Thomson Drug in Ravenswood, Spencer and Reedy. After that she went to work with her brothers, Ray and Bood, at Boso and Ritchie. Ira Boso became a partner later on. She is a member of First United Presbyterian Church and oldest (90) Past worthy matron in service with the R. Douglas Chapter of Eastern Star. There were 7 children: Elva, Golda, Ray, Eula, Bood (only names 5).Creator
Charlotte EnosTitle
Ohio River FrozenDescription
Picture of the Ohio River -
Bitter cold caused the Ohio River to freeze over, halting the traffic on the stream. Ice between Locks 22 and 14 from 4 to 6 inches thick.Creator
Ravenswood NewsDate(s) of Creation
Feb 3, 1966Title
"Mad Ann Still WV Heroine"Description
Picture of her grave marker -
Ann Hennis Trotter Bailey, born in Liverpool England, in 1742 and died in 1825. Revolutionary Scout. The remains of Mad Ann Bailey, courageous frontier spy and heroine. Stone was placed by the Col. Charles Lewis Chapter D.A.R. in 1925.Creator
Helen M. White of the News staffTitle
RHS All Sports BanquetDescription
1st Side: Pictures of 2 men being honored at the Ravenswood High School All Sports Banquet. Dr. L.M. Monroe received a plaque from football coach Fred Taylor as an award for serving high school athlete teams as a physician for 22 years. Gay Cox to retire as a science teacher was given a plaque in honor of his services as a ticket seller at athletic events for 31 years. Carroll Staats, principal, made the presentation. The banquet speaker was Garland (Sonny) Moran, head basketball coach at WVU.
2nd Side: Picture of basketball players, Jerry Sizemore of the Jaycees Little League team scores winning run in the first extra inning game of the year in Ravenwood Little League action. Tom Harbert, umpire, and Jim Thomas, catcher.Creator
Ravenswood NewsDate(s) of Creation
May 14, 1970Title
The Day the City Turned Out to Watch HangingDescription
Abram Deem, a respected member of a Lubeck District family, married with several children, was cruelly murdered on 09/14/1864. Deem was well liked and didn't have much to say regarding the North and South conflict. It is known that his sympathy was with the confederacy. Lt. Kenley of the Union Army assisted local authorities in the investigation of Deem's murder. Arrested were Daniel Grogan, Thomas Boyce, and Mortimer Gibbony. All found guilty. Boice and Grogan were hung on 12/09/1866. On the first try, the rope broke. They had to do a second hanging. Gibbony had escaped but he was recaptured on 03/10/1866. He was resentenced to hang on 06/15/1866. Crowds awaited for hours to watch the hanging, hotels were sold out. They were hung from the "Hanging Tree" on Ft. Foremanhill. Hundreds of people attended.
Back of Page:
Article from Beirut, Lebanon quiet banker takes over as Primeir(?) of Lebanon. Salim Al Hoss named by President Elias Sarkis.Creator
The Parkersburg NewsDate(s) of Creation
Dec 12, 1976Title
Dramatic Company's Performance Packed the Ravenswood Opera HouseDescription
The Goodwin & Bryant Company featured several child actors, presented four plays during the week of 4/2/1899.Date(s) of Creation
1993Title
Presidential Visit Didn't HappenDescription
"The Would be Presidential Visit Which Didn't Happen." - President General Dwight David Eisenhower: He was on a train from Huntington to Parkersburg and was supposed to stop in Ravenswood. Some student went down to the depot with signs, but just watched as the train kept going. Supposedly, Eisenhower sent a letter of apology. (Picture of the president)Date(s) of Creation
1992Title
Ravenswood News: Lions EditionDescription
Partial pages of 1,2, and two others.
Articles Pg.1: "McIntosh Home Bequeathed to Town -To Modernize Building Town Center, Bequeathed by McIntosh Family" - "Basketball Tourney Plans are Near Completion, Local Firms Donate Prizes for Tourney" 3,6-7
Columns Pg.2: "This Lions Edition, Ravenswood Lionism; Sen. Dan Fleming picture and article on him. Letters to the editor;
Next page - Pictures of B.E. Kimble Principal of RHS, J.H. Williamson, past president of the Lions Club, Charles S. Peters the local druggist, and John C. Tallman, A Roaring Lion.
Next page - Card of Appreciation; Mayor Debussey Will Enter G.O.P. Congress Race, Cedar Run Epworth League Program.Creator
Ravenswood NewsDate(s) of Creation
Feb 29, 1936Title
Jackson County Fall FestivalDescription
Articles: "Hundreds Here For Fall Festival, Jackson County Fall Festival - Festival Queen June Ritchie" - "Ripley Has Edge Over Ravenswood - Injuries Hit Ravenswood Squad to Eliminate Two 1st Team Players" - "County Republican Ballots Show Trend for Roosevelt" - "Death Claims Local Citizen - Mrs. Nevada Belle Cariens, 70yrs Old" - "Students Get Protection - Over 1000 County Students Vaccinated and Immunized in This County for Smallpox and Diphtheria"
Page 2: Tidbit Articles, Letter Box, Society Column, and Democrat Ticket Roster.
Page 5: Legal Page.
Page 6: Notice to Taxpayers, Classified Ads, and Alpine Theatre, Ravenswood.Creator
The Ravenswood NewsDate(s) of Creation
Oct 10, 1940Title
Old Historic Town Withstands Tests of TimeDescription
Page 2: "Bottle Collecting Hobby Shared by Ravenswood Couple" - "WVU Summer Session Has Record Enrollment"
Page 3: "Old Historic House Withstands the Test of Time" with pictures - "House on McCoy Dairy Farm, Built by Andrew Flesher, Roseanne McCoy, Daughter of Conrad McCoy with Headstones on Hilltop of Flesher Children on Hilltop Flesher Family Cemetery"Creator
The Ravenswood NewsDate(s) of Creation
Jul 1, 1970Title
Ravenswood Cemetery Past, PresentDescription
Front Article: "Ravenswood Cemetery... It's Past, Present - Operates Under Non Profit Company" by Charlotte Enos - In 1855 William Proctor (Sue Proctor Miller's great grandfather) gave the town his farm for a cemetery, about two and a half acres. The trustees were Lunceford Thorne, Ephraim Wells, Bartholomew Fleming, and Robert Park. The articles list board members, stock holders, and manager. Fence was erected in 1978. Pictures of the cemetery, gravestone for William Harpold, Robert S. Brown, and the Fitzhughs. One of the most interesting is of the tombstone of Joseph Rool. Bodyguard for Napoleon, born May 14, 1783, died April 4, 1884.
Back: Presents Award to Youth Director Federated Woman's Club; Baby Announcement, Joshua Ray Southall, born April 15th. Son of Mr. and Mrs. Gary Southall, Ripley.Creator
Ravenswood News, Charlotte EnosDate(s) of Creation
May 3, 1978Title
Local Family Enjoys Life on a SternwheelerDescription
Page B1: "Traveling to Regattas Races, Local Family Enjoys Life on Sternwheeler" by Sandy McKeithan - "The U.S.S. Mud Sock - Owned by Carl and Jackie Wright of Mt. Alto" with picture of the Wrights and daughter Barbara on the sternwheel and two men along with another picture of them ringing the US Navy bell that was a gift.
Page B2, Society Page: Wedding announcement of Mr. and Mrs. Roy Headley Jr.. (Denise Lynn Greenleaf) - Engagement announcement, Jennifer Gregory and Brogan M. Rose. - Dave and Sugar concert at Parkersburg High School, 9/24/1983. - Silverton Fire Department ice cream social. (Picture of two little boys with ice cream machine - Ryan Jarrell and Jason Baltic)Creator
Ravenswood News, Sandy McKeithanDate(s) of Creation
Aug 24, 1983Title
William Home on Heritage TourDescription
Page B1: "Williamson Home-on Heritage Tour - Heirlooms Add Beauty, Character to Dwelling." The article is about W.D. Williamson and his wife Hazel Martin Williamson. Pictures include Mrs. Williamson sitting on a bed with quilts, baskets, and other antique objects. Other pictures show a cast iron circus wagon, and the Edison Recorder. The house is located on Sand Street.
Page B2, Society Page: Sorority Celebrates Founder's Day.
New officers of Beta Sigma Phi installed on 5/2/1983. Sandy George - president, Karen Williams - VP, Sheila Cummings - exention officer, Carol Durant - recording secretary, and Patsy Morris - corresponding secretary. Absent was Marge Flanigan, treasurer.
Wedding Announcement - Cyntia Conley and Joe Eddie Field wedding set.Creator
Ravenswood NewsDate(s) of Creation
May 11, 1983Title
Ravenswood Residents Restore Old HomesDescription
Pg.11A Ravenswood Residents Restore Old Homes:
1: Bill and Dee Dee Chapman, 201 Henrietta St. Ravenswood - home built in 1895. Has been a guest home, rest home, and apartments.
2: Lee and Gail Benford, Corner of Walnut and Virginia St. - home built in 1871. Pictures of houses; classes in oriental culture.
Pg.12A - Various Articles continued from page 1.
Pictures of Students Nominated to Receive Youth Appreciation Day. Awards were honored last night at Charleston High School.
- Various Advertisements.
