Harrison County Voters To Consider New, Unique Levy Aimed At Historical Preservation
The levy would provide at least $100,000 for the next four years to 13 historic preservation organizations across the county.
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October 8, 1764: Harman Blennerhassett Born in London
Harman Blennerhassett was born in London to a wealthy Irish family on October 8, 1764. He immigrated to the US and built an immense mansion near Parkersburg on what would become known as Blennerhassett Island. He is best remembered, though, for his role in a sketchy plot.
Continue Reading Take Me to More NewsWoody County Clerks Discover Old Records
Wood County deputy clerks are getting a history lesson from a record preservation project.Records discovered by the workers include the deed for Harman…
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