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  The US50 - A guide to the state of West Virginia - History
Statewide, the new constitution was approved by a margin of 26,055 to 15,566, although voters in present-day West Virginia rejected it 8,365 to 1,383.
Since the Restored Government was considered the legal government of Virginia, it granted permission to itself on May 13, 1862, to form the state of West Virginia.
Washington made the institution into a major center for industrial and agricultural training and in the process became a well-known public speaker.
www.theus50.com /westvirginia/history.shtml   (2394 words)

  
 Washington Place (West Virginia) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Washington Place (William Washington House) is one of the first homes built by freed slaves after the Emancipation Proclamation of 1863 in Hampshire County, West Virginia.
Washington Place was built by William and Annie Washington in north Romney between 1863 and 1874 on land given to Annie by her former owner, Susan Parsons of Wappacoma plantation.
William Washington later acquired other properties on the hills north of Romney along West Virginia Route 28 and became the first African-American land developer in the state of West Virginia.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Washington_Place_(West_Virginia)   (183 words)

  
 Booker T. Washington's West Virginia Boyhood
Lewis Ruffner opposed Virginia secession, however, aided in the formation of the new state of West Virginia, served in the constitutional convention and the legislature, joined the Republican Party, and became a Union major general of militia.
When Booker Washington first knew him in the postwar era, General Ruffner was in his late sixties but seemingly undiminished in vigor, active in Republican politics, busily trying to revive the dying salt industry, opening new coal mines, and farming nearly a thousand acres of land.
West Virginia was among the earlier states to ratify the Fifteenth Amendment intended to guarantee the Negro vote, and in May 1870 the Negroes of the county celebrated its adoption by enough states to make it the law of the land.
www.wvculture.org /history/journal_wvh/wvh32-1.html   (10481 words)

  
 DSCC : West Virginia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
Raese is a former chairman of the West Virginia Republican Party and unsuccessful candidate against the incumbent Gov. Jay Rockefeller in 1984 and former Republican Gov. Arch Moore in the 1988 Republican primary.
Some West Virginia members of the National Rifle Association woke up Thursday to an orange postcard in their mailboxes, the same color the pro-gun organization sends out to announce candidates it has endorsed.
West Virginia Second District Congresswoman Shelley Moore Capito says she's comfortable with her decision not to challenge U.S. Senator Robert Byrd next year.
www.dscc.org /2006races/wv   (1678 words)

  
 West Virginia election results 2004 - washingtonpost.com
West Virginia has 5 out of 538 total electoral votes.
Wise is the first governor not to seek re-election since the state Constitution was changed in 1970 to allow a sitting governor to serve a second consecutive term.
Presidential candidates George Bush and John Kerry are both advertising in the Rust-Belt state, placing it in the limelight for the 2004 presidential election.
www.washingtonpost.com /wp-srv/elections/2004/wv   (260 words)

  
 Louisville stuns West Virginia - Sports - The Washington Times, America's Newspaper   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
The vaunted West Virginia spread option, which entered the game as the nation's top rushing offense, torched the Cardinals for 540 yards of total offense.
The second of West Virginia's fumbles on consecutive third-quarter possessions was scooped up by Louisville linebacker Malik Jackson and returned 15 yards for a touchdown that put the Cardinals up 23-14 with 12:08 remaining in the period.
White, West Virginia's similarly electric quarterback, tried to keep the Mountaineers in the mix by himself, leading the team to a pair of late scores to keep things interesting.
www.washtimes.com /sports/20061103-125947-2523r.htm   (672 words)

  
 West Virginia News (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.cs.unc.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
Thousands of abandoned mine lands in West Virginia will be targeted for clean-up during the next 18 years under a program that will receive a major financial boost.
West Virginia racetrack officials are more confident than ever that the odds are in their favor.
West Virginia's population grew slightly over the 12 months ending in July, thanks to a continued influx of newcomers, U.S. Census Bureau estimates released today show.
www.topix.net.cob-web.org:8888 /state/wv   (677 words)

  
 Charlestown West Virginia Lodging Harpers Ferry Bed and Breakfast at the Washington House Inn Bed & Breakfast
In charming Colonial Charles Town, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains where the Shenandoah and Potomac Rivers meet, the Washington House Inn is a wonderful example of late Victorian architecture.
Built in 1899, by descendants of President Washington's brothers John Augustine and Samuel.
Bed and Breakfast are the opening of private homes and new friendships, so relax with friends in the parlor with refreshments, enjoy the serenity of the gazebo or unwind on the large, inviting wraparound veranda, complete with swing and rocking chairs.
www.washingtonhouseinnwv.com   (334 words)

  
 Washington, West Virginia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Washington is a census-designated place (CDP) in Wood County, West Virginia, along the Ohio River.
The CDP is home to the Washington Works, one of the largest single facilities of chemicals manufacturing giant DuPont.
Washington is located at 39°14′17″N, 81°40′14″W (39.237991, -81.670477)
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Washington,_West_Virginia   (400 words)

  
 West Virginia Birds
West Virginiabirds.com serves the backyard bird enthusiast of West Virginia.
West Virginiabirds.com is part of the Birdzilla.com network of Web sites.
Questions specific to West Virginia are the most desired, of course, as are your hints and suggestions for others that share your hobby.
www.westvirginiabirds.com   (297 words)

  
 West Virginia State Symbols Capital Constitution Flags Maps Song
Visit West Virginia escapes to learn about the charms that Berkeley Springs, Elkins, Fayetteville, Lewisburg, and Shepherdstown have to offer.
West Virginia's flag displays a rock containing the date June 20, 1863, the day West Virginia became a state.
Topography: Image Ranging from hilly to mountainous; Allegheny plateau, in the west, covers two-thirds of the state; mountains over 4,000 feet.
www.50states.com /wvirgini.htm   (241 words)

  
 Washington, West Virginia Copywriters - Copy Writer   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
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www.marketingtool.com /channel/copy/b.457.g.9978.html   (297 words)

  
 Washington Homes for Sale. Real Estate in Washington, West Virginia
Browse Homes.com for Washington, West Virginia homes for sale, Washington WV Real Estate Agents or real estate agents, plus Washington, WV apartments and houses for rent.
Then contact any of the Washington Real Estate Agents for professional assistance finding your Washington area home.
So whether you are wondering what your home value is, looking for an agent to help you buy or sell your real estate, or just looking to browse properties in your area, it's all right here.
www.homes.com /Real_Estate/WV/City/WASHINGTON   (224 words)

  
 West Virginia: State and Local Government on the Net
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www.statelocalgov.net /state-wv.cfm   (170 words)

  
 Washington, West Virginia Web Hosting - Web Host   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
This Washington, West Virginia web site hosting provider featured listing has received 32 unique visitors in the past three months.
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 West Virginia Web Page
From the smallest city in West Virginia to the largest, ePartner National Relocation can help you find a new home builder, a resale property, home, condo, land, acreage, even ranches and luxury properties.
Check out homes for sale in Charleston, Huntington, Parkersburg, Wheeling, Morgantown or any of the other communities in West Virginia.
The weather for Charleston, West Virginia is reported by a local weather station using a combination of TAF and METAR reports from airports and weather stations in the area (ICAO).
westvirginiawebpage.com   (164 words)

  
 USNews.com: Opinion: Blog Author: Campaign Diary: West Virginia (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.cs.unc.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
The campaign to elect Republican Chris Wakim to the First Congressional District of West Virginia filed a Federal Election Commission complaint Thursday alleging that Democrat incumbent Alan Mollohan coordinated illegally with a 527 political group.
Nick Casey, chairman of the West Virginia State Democratic Executive Committee, is calling for Chris Wakim to return $15,000 in campaign donations he received from House Speaker Dennis Hastert and House Majority Leader John Boehner.
Alan Mollohan, Democrat of West Virginia, has been named one of the 20 most corrupt politicians on Capitol Hill, but he says the real ethics questions are about Republican challenger Chris Wakim.
www.usnews.com.cob-web.org:8888 /usnews/politics/campaign_diary/wvirginia   (305 words)

  
 West Virginia Birding
WestVirginiaBirding.com has been established to provide those interested in birding in West Virginia with information to assist them in making their birding time more fun and productive.
We Need Your reports: West Virginia GeoBird is the place to go for information on places to bird, places to stay and places to eat when birding in West Virginia.
Much of the information is provided by fellow birders, so if you have information others might find useful, please take the time to submit it to West Virginia GeoBird.
www.westvirginiabirding.com   (261 words)

  
 West Virginia Consolidated Dog Laws
(d) It shall be the duty of all members of the West Virginia state police, sheriffs and police officers to aid in the enforcement of the provisions of this article and, for services rendered in the enforcement thereof, such persons shall be entitled to fees in the amounts set forth in section eight.
Notwithstanding subdivision (24), section five of this article or any other provision to the contrary, the director is authorized to allow a nonresident to train dogs for coon hunting in West Virginia, if the state in which the nonresident resides allows residents from West Virginia to train dogs for coon hunting.
The dog training season for a nonresident to train dogs for coon hunting is from the fifteenth day of August of each year through the legal small game hunting season.
www.animallaw.info /statutes/stuswvst19_9_1_19_20A_8.htm   (8436 words)

  
 West Virginia Obituary Links - for researching obituaries
All Non-U.S. Links to West Virginia obituaries, death notices, mortality schedules, cemetery inscriptions, and other genealogical data, arranged by counties.
West Virginia Obituary and Death Notice Search Engine
West Virginia Genealogy Resources - Additional information for genealogy research, obituary search, ancestry search, and vital records.
www.obitlinkspage.com /obit/wv.htm   (157 words)

  
 Get Involved: West Virginia | JoinTogether.org
Use it as your voice to spread the word and get others involved in your efforts for change: email us your action alerts and news.
West Virginia Alcohol Beverage Control Commission, Enforcement and Licensing Division
West Virginia Department of Health and Human Services
www.jointogether.org /getinvolved/state/west-virginia   (110 words)

  
 West Virginia -- Sources [ ALSO! -- U.S. Law ]   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
See also links to all West Virginia law-review web sites as well as links to web sites of all U.S.-published law reviews and periodicals.
West Virginia Journal of Law & Technology (W. Va. J.L. & Tech.)...
West Virginia Judicial Benchbook for Child Abuse and Neglect Proceedings.
www.lawsource.com /also/usa.cgi?wv   (613 words)

  
 WASHINGTON - WEST VIRGINIA
WEST VIRGINIA – STATE PARKS AND FORESTS – VIRTUAL TOURS
POINT PLEASANT – WEST VIRGINIA STATE FARM MUSEUM
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 washingtonpost.com: West Virginia
Raising Canaan: In West Virginia, the East's highest valley lets you ski in the sky.
At West Virginia's Purple Fiddle, at least, offbeat mountain music thrives.
Dam Nation: In West Virginia each fall, floodgates open and paddlers gather from around the world.
www.washingtonpost.com /wp-dyn/nation/states/wv   (293 words)

  
 Official Website of Berkeley Springs, West Virginia - The Country's First Spa
Berkeley Springs is an historic spa and art-filled town nestled in the West Virginia mountains only 90 minutes from the Washington/Baltimore metro area.
It boasts warm mineral springs, world class dining, dozens of unique shops, five full-service spas and more than 100 lodging choices from elegant BandB's and historic inns to cabins and resorts.
Friendly people, welcoming mountains and a sense of place mark Berkeley Springs, West Virginia as a vacation getaway for all seasons and tastes.
www.berkeleysprings.com   (191 words)

  
 West Virginia Department of Transportation -- Connecting West Virginia and the World (via CobWeb/3.1 ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-12)
West Virginia Department of Transportation -- Connecting West Virginia and the World (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.cs.unc.edu)
Program that was launched in 2001 by the Governor’s Highway Safety Program in order to reduce traffic-related deaths and injuries in West Virginia.
During this initiative, state and local law enforcement agencies will be making seat belts a priority during routine traffic stops.
www.wvdot.com.cob-web.org:8888   (231 words)

  
 Losing West Virginia Washington Monthly - Find Articles
Ominous news for Democrats comes from the Gazette's Tom Searls, who interviewed two political experts about the significance of Bush's victories in 2000 and 2004 by margins that grew from 6 to 13 percent.
"Twice indicates a new trend, especially because the margin was so much larger this past year." Robert Rupp of West Virginia Wesleyan College added: "2000 wasn't just the aberration that many Democrats had hoped.
The fact [Bush] won so convincingly shows West Virginia is a state that not only will Democrats have to work for, but possibly concede."
www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_m1316/is_4_37/ai_n13774421   (158 words)

  
 Washington, West Virginia (WV) Detailed Profile - relocation, real estate, travel, jobs, hotels, hospitals, schools, ...
Back to West Virginia, WV smaller cities, WV small cities, All Cities.
Recent posts about Washington, West Virginia on our local forum with tens of thousands registered users:
Washington-area historical tornado activity is slightly above West Virginia state average.
www.city-data.com /city/Washington-West-Virginia.html   (827 words)

  
 Roche Realty - Virginia - Washington - West Virginia
Roche Realty - Virginia - Washington - West Virginia
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 Team Building by Nature in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia - team building and corporate development near Washington, DC ...
Team Building by Nature in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia - team building and corporate development near Washington, DC and Baltimore, MD Team Building by Nature
Build your group unity on the trails and rivers of the beautiful Harpers Ferry area near Washington, DC and Baltimore yet outside of your normal daily environment.
Watch how experiential education strengthens the bond between group members and refocuses energy on important issues.
www.teambuildingbynature.com   (219 words)

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