Title:
High School Building
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Chrome unused
Description:
Parkersburg High School is situated on a spacious 28-acre campus. The three year high school has an ever increasing enrollment of well over 3,000 students. The newest addition to this beautiful building, a planetarium finished in 1961.
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Title:
The Historic Blennerhassett Hotel
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Continental Chrome unused
Description:
A Clarion Carriage House Inn Serving Parkersburg, West Viriginia since 1889.
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Title:
Men Sitting on Stairs of Ship
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Real Photo PM Jun-27
Description:
Photo of six men sitting on the stairs holding liquor bottles.
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Title:
United States Post Office
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
New U.S. Post Office cost approximately $325,000. Building opened (Friday) November 13, 1931. Houses the Treasury Dept. and Internal Revenue Dept. Located at 4th and Juliana Sts. facing Juliana.
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Title:
Chancellor Hotel
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Divided Back PM 1908 Sep-16
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Title:
Chancellor Hotel
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
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Title:
Chancellor Hotel
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen PM 1948 Feb-23
Description:
"Famous for Food" 220 Rooms - Fireproof - 136 Baths - Rates: $1.50-$1.75-$2.00 without Bath.From $2.50 with Bath.
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Title:
High School
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Divided Back unused
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Title:
Central Junior-Senior High School and Stadium
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen PM 1944 Apr-8
Description:
Student enrollment 3500. Campus, 27 acres. Stadium Seating Capacity 10,000. The home of the famous big red band.
Harris News Agency
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Title:
The Parkersburg High School Band
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen PM 1944
Description:
105 pieces under the leadership of George J. Dietz is recognized as on of the best musical organizations in the United States. Winning several State and Tri-State contests. Also won 4 first International Lion's contests; 1936 Providence R.I., 1937 Chicago, Ill, 1939 Pittsburgh, Pa and 1941 New Orleans, La.
Harris News Agency
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Title:
Bird's Eye View of City from Ft. Boreman
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen PM 1944 Apr-8
Description:
Market Street looking North. 1. Wood County Court House. 2. City Building. 3. St. Francis Xaviers Catholic Church. 4. First Baptist Church. 5. First Methodist Episcopal Church. 6. Central Junior-Senior High School. 7. W. Va. Route 2,. 8. Reservoir. 9. Washington Junior High School.
Harris News Agency
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Title:
Market Street by Night
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Divided Back unused
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Title:
Hiley's Motel
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Chrome PM 1966 Sep-24
Description:
'Where You Can Sleep and Eat' - Large Modern Rooms - Air-Conditioned and Heated - Main Hi-way from Buffalo, N.Y. to Florida.
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Title:
Uptowner Inn
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Chrome unused
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Title:
Camden Clark Memorial Hospital
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Chrome unused
Description:
A 260 bed acute general hospital, centrally located at 717 Ann St., Parkersburg W. Va. Governed by a 15 member Board of Trustees and accredited by the Joint Commission of Accreditation of Hospitals.
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Title:
Parkersburg YMCA
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), White Border unused
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Title:
View of Residence
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Divided Back
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Title:
Old Blennerhassett Well on Blennerhassett Island
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Real Photo
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Title:
West Virginia Masonic Home
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), White Border PM 1927 Aug-03
Description:
Curt Teich & Co.
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Title:
Flooded Market Street
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Real Photo PM Apr-8
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Title:
St. Joseph's Hospital
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Divided Back unused
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Title:
Mountain State College
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
16th Street and Spring Street
Salesman's Sample
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Title:
View from City Building
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Divided Back PM 1911 Aug-17
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Title:
Old Blennerhassett Well
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Divided Back unused
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Title:
The Visoce Company
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
Ten million dollar plant, employing 6500 people
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Title:
Parkersburg High School, Memorial Field House and Stadium
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
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Title:
St. Francis Xavier's Catholic Church
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
Land purchased April 26, 1847 for $306. Building when completed cost approximately $80,000. Cornerstone laid May 9, 1869. contents several medals, silver coins, one of 1776, one greenback, one "grayback" a small silver crucifix and publications. Church older than Sate of West Virginia
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Title:
Central Junior-Senior High School and Stadium
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
Student enrollment 3500. Campus, 27 acres. Stadium seating capacity 10,000. The home of the famous Big Red Band
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Title:
St. Joseph's Hospital
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Chrome unused
Description:
St. Joseph's Hospital is operated by the Sisters of St. Joseph whose Motherhouse is in Wheeling, West Virginia. The Sisters came to Parkersburg in 1900 when the hospital was on Avery Street. In 1931 St. Joseph's Hospital moved to the present location and on March 11, 1962 dedication was held for the C.Z. Ruth Memorial Annex which accommodates practically all the major services plus in-patient and out-patient facilities. The total bed capacity is 306 beds, exclusive of 60 bassinets for newborn infants. It is one of the largest private hospitals in West Virginia
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Title:
St. Francis Xavier's Catholic Church
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
Land purchased April 26, 1847 for $306. Building when completed cost approximately $80,000. Cornerstone laid May 9, 1869. Contents several medals, silver coins, one of 1776, one greenback, one "grayback", a small silver crucifix and publications. Church older than State of West Virginia
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Title:
First Lutheran Church
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
The First Lutheran congregation originated from the former St. John's Evangelical (present) Church. The original St. John's was organized June 6, 1893, dedicating this building October 9, 1927. Present First Lutheran Church reorganized Jan. 17, 1934. Membership 400
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Title:
Bird's Eye View of City from Ft. Boreman
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
1. Wood County Courthouse. 2. City Building. 3. St. Francis Xaviers Catholic Church. 4. First Baptist Church. 5. First Methodist Episcopal Church. 6. Central Junior Senior High School. 7. W. Va. Route 2. 8. Reservoir. 9. Washington Junior High School
Valley News Service
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Title:
Mountain State College
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
16th and Spring Streets
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Title:
Camden-Clark Memorial Hospital, Facing Ann St. on National and State Routes
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
"Ann Camden Memorial and Dr. Clark Annex" acquired by donation of Senator Camden and heirs. Accepted by city October 19, 1918. 148 bed capacity furnished by private citizens, clubs, lodges, etc. Approved by American College of Surgeons and American Hospital Association for training interns
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Title:
St. Joseph's Hospital
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
St. Joseph's Hospital is a six-story fireproof building in the suburban area of the City, overlooking the "Beautiful Ohio". Equipment most moder obtainable. Original cost over $600,000, completed in 1931
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Title:
Plant of the American Viscose Corporation
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
Parkersburg's largest industries. Located in the south side of city on named Rayon Drive and banks of the Little Kanawha River. Factory floor space 33 acres. Employees 3,000. Manufacturers of "Crown Brand" Rayon Yarns and Spun Rayon Fibre
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Title:
Bird's-Eye View of City from Ft. Boreman, Market Street Looking North
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
1. Wood County Court House. 2. City Building. 3. St. Francis Xaviers Catholic Church. 4. First Baptist Church. 5. First Methodist Episcopal Church. 6. Central Junior-Senior High School. 7. W. Va. Route 2. 8. Reservoir. 9. Washington Junior High School
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Title:
Central Junior-Senior High School and Stadium
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
Student Enrollment 3500. Campus, 27 Acres. Stadium Seating Capacity 10,000. The Home of the Famous Big Red Band
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Title:
Bird's-eye view of Ohio River and bridges
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
The bridges in the background crossing Ohio River, are the Baltimore & Ohio (Ohio River) Railroad Bridge and Parkersburg-Belpre Bridge. In the foreground the bridges crossing Little Kanawha River, are the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Bridge and Juliana Street Bridge
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Title:
Central Junior-Senior High School
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
Dedicated 1917 Student Capacity 3000 Campus, 27 Acres STADIUM IN REAR, Seating 10,000 Classrooms and Laboratories, 86 The Home of the Famous Big Red Band
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Title:
Camden-Clark Memorial Hospital
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
"Anne Camden Memorial and Dr. Clark Annex" acquired by donation of Senator Camden and heirs. Accepted by city October 19, 1918. 148 bed capacity furnished by private citizens, clubs, lodges, etc. Approved by American college of Surgeons and American Hospital Association for training interns
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Title:
The Parkersburg High School Band
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
THE PARKERSBURG HIGH SCHOOL (BIG RED) BAND of 105 pieces under the leadership of GEORGE J. DIETZ, is recognized as one of the best musical organizations in the United States. Winning several State and Tri-State contests. Also won 4 first International Lion's contests; 1936 Providence, R. I., 1937 Chicago, Ill, 1939 Pittsburgh, Pa. and 1941 New Orleans, La
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Title:
Quality Courts - Green Acres Motel
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Chrome
Description:
QUALITY COURTS Green Acres Motel U.S. 50 East & Interstate 77 Parkersburg, W. Va. 70 Rooms, Air-conditioned, TV, Phones Heated Swimming Pool SEDDON'S RESTAURANT For reservation Phone 485-6551
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Title:
View of Town and Bridge from City Building
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Divided Back PM 1910 Aug-20
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Title:
The Acropolis Motel and Restaurant
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
US 50 in City Limits. Parkersburg's largest Motel. Open 24 hours a day all year 'round; off the highway - air conditioned; steam heat - ceramic tile baths - swimming pool nearby; TV and telephone in each room; owned and operated by Peter Janetos; Phone Garfield 8-4212
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Title:
Market Street
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Divided Back PM Dec-26
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Title:
Green Acres Motel
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Chrome PM 1979 Jul-20
Description:
Restaurant-Kona Kai Supper Club & Cocktail Lounge-Color TV-Self Dial Phones-Heated Swimming Pool-Meeting-and Banquet Rooms. U.S. 50 East & Interstate 77. Best Western, AAA
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Title:
Fountain in Grand Central Mall
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Chrome unused
Description:
R. Daniel Simmons The Grand Central Mall, located on Rt. #14 between Parkersburg and Vienna, W. VA., is situated on a 104 acre site. Over 20 acres are under roof and house some 85 shops. The entire shopping area has tropical landscaping and is climate controlled. There is parking for over 5000 cars
Valley News Service
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Title:
West Virginia Masonic Home
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
Series 4A-H481
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Title:
Elk's Club
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Divided Back PM Jul-27
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Title:
View of "The Point" at Junction of Kanawha and Ohio Rivers
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
Here at "The Point" in 1770, Geo. Washington met an unnamed Indian Chief, who prophesied Washington would become the ruler of a nation yet unborn. The "Town of Parkersburg", Virginia, was established in 1811. In 1863 it was chartered as the "City of Parkersburg", with a population of 3,000
Curteich-Chicago
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Title:
Steamwheeler to Blennerhassett Island
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Chrome unused
Description:
This steamwheeler docked at Point Park, Parkesburg, West Virginia makes excursions to Blennerhassett island May-October. Blennerhassett Island, rich in early American legends, is a popular tourist attraction. Conducted and self-guided tours are provided for visitors who wish to study or just browse in this natural and historical time capsule
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Title:
United States Post Office
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
New U. s. Post Office Cost approximately $325,000. Building opened (Friday) November 13, 1931. Houses the Treasury Dept. and Internal Revenue Dept, Located at 4th and Juliana Sts., facing Juliana.
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Title:
First Methodist Church
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
The First Methodist Church was organized in 1790. Land purchased November 7, 1904. Building started October 29, 1909. Cornerstone laid November 28, 1909 and church dedicated January 27, 1911. Both exterior and interior architectural style follows closely the Gothic. The glory of the sanctuary is a massive dome in the center with art-glass windows and towers, seating 850.
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Title:
Parkersburg-Belpre Bridge
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
"Crossing the Beautiful Ohio" The Parkersburg-Belpre Bridge on U. S. 50, and near Ohio 7 was built in 1915. Is if suspension type, four spans of 800 ft., 300 ft., 400 ft., and 200 ft., respectively. Roadway is 25 food width, with a 5 foot sidewalk. Purchased by the State of W. Va. on June 17, 1937 for the sum of $1,088,000.
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Title:
Green Acres Motel, U. S. 50
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Chrome unused
Description:
Two miles east on U. S. 50 Parkersburg, W. Va. 41 Rooms on spacious lawn back form Highway Air Conditioned Restaurant Room Phones Steam Heat For reservation Phone GA 2-2848 Air-conditioned Chuck and Neva Harrison Owner, Manager.
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Title:
Wood County Airport
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
Ohio and Mid-Ohio Valley Area
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Title:
Parkersburg - Belpre Bridge
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
"Crossing the Beautiful Ohio" The Parkersburg - Belpre Bridge on U. s. 50, and near Ohio 7 was built in 1915. Is of suspension type, four spans of 800 ft., 300 ft.,, 400 ft., and 200 ft., respectively. Roadway is 25 foot width, with a 5 foot sidewalk. Purchased by the State of W. Va. on June 17, 1937 for the sum of $1,088,000.
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Title:
W. H. Bickel's Estate
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
(Wig's) Dear and Elk. Fallow Deer, White-Buck, Doe, Fawn, Black Doe. American Elk in the background. Home made of native pine. Visitors Welcome.
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Title:
Greetings From Parkersburg
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
Parkersburg, W. Va., the county seat, is a city of diversified industries and fine living conditions. Established in 1811, located on the beautiful Ohio River. South of the Mason Dixon Line, it is neither Northern or Southern in customs or climate. Blennerhassett Island, near Parkersburg, is well known because Aaron Burr visited here after his duel with Alexander Hamilton.
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Title:
Camden-Clark Memorial Hospital
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
"Anne Camden Memorial and Dr. Clark annex" acquired by donation of Senator Camden and heirs. Accepted by city October 19, 1918. 148 bed capacity furnished by private citizens, clubs, lodges, etc. approved by American College of Surgeons and American Hospital Association for training interns.
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Title:
Parkersburg Belpre Bridge
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen PM 1942
Description:
"Crossing The Beautiful Ohio" The Parkersburg - Belpre Bridge on U. S. 50, and near Ohio 7 was built in 1915. Is of suspension type, four spans of 800 ft., 300 ft., 400 ft., and 200 ft., respectively. Roadway is 25 foot width, with a 5 foot sidewalk. Purchased by the State of W. Va. on June 17 1937 for the sum of $1,088,000.
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Title:
United States Post Office
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
New U. S. Post Office cost approximately $325,000. Building opened (Friday) November 13, 1931. Houses the Treasury Dept. and Internal Revenue Dept. Located at 4th and Juliana Sts., facing Juliana.
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Title:
New Fifth Street Bridge And Little Kanawha River
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
On State Route 2 and 14, U. S. 21. The Fifth Street Bridge cost approximately $515,000.00 and was opened to traffic on May 7, 1937. View from Parkersburg side to South Side of City.
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Title:
Upper Market Street
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), White Border unused
Description:
Residence Section
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Title:
St. Francis Xavier's Catholic Church
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
Land purchased April 26, 1847 for $306. Building when completed cost approximately $80,000. Cornerstone laid May 9, 1869. Contents several medals, silver coins, one of 1776, one greenback, one "grayback," a small silver crucifix and publications. Church older sthan State of West Virginia.
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Title:
Wood County Bank, Fifth and Market
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Chrome
Description:
Telephone: 304-422-8401 Parkersburg's Bank of Texas 1. Wood County Bank 2. Drive-in Walk-up Windows 3. All-weather 24 hour Depository on Williams Court Alley. (Another Depository in Market Street Vestibule) Come-in, drive-in, walk-up to Parkersburg's Bank of Extras giving you the best in banking hours.
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Title:
Lutheran Church after water works disaster in 1909
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Real Photo unused
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Title:
Jackson's Home Parkersburg Flood
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Real Photo unused
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Title:
Market Street
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Divided Back PM 1910 Oct-5
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Title:
Confederate Monument in City Park
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Divided Back PM Aug-25
Description:
Standard News Depot
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Title:
City Park Entrance
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Divided Back unused
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Title:
View Down the Ohio from Fort Boreman
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Divided Back unused
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Title:
Confederate Monument in City Park
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Divided Back unused
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Title:
View from Fort Boreman
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Divided Back PM 1911 Sep-4
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Title:
South Methodist Church
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Divided Back unused
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Title:
High School
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Divided Back unused
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Title:
William McKinley School
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Divided Back
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Title:
Terrapin Park - The Casino
Parkersburg Virginia (VA), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1905 Jul-17
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Title:
Looking up Julian Street
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Post Card (Undivided Back) unused
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Title:
Chancellor Hotel
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
"Famous for Food". 220 Rooms - Fireproof - 132 Baths. Rates: $1.50-$1.75-$2.00 without bath. From $2.50 with bath
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Title:
Market Street from Sixth to Kanawha River
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
Ft. Boreman in the Background
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Title:
Swimming Pool, city Park, "Keeping Cool in the Pool"
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
Parkersburg Municipal Swimming Pool is the largest and most up-to-date pool in the Ohio Valley. Kiddies pool is 20x30 and main pool is 75x164. Water capacity 420,000 gallons filtered every 6 hours. Radio and speaking amplifying system
Curt Teich & Co
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Title:
Blenmerhassett Island
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1905 Aug-1
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Title:
Public Library
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), White Border PM Jul-16
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Title:
Chancellor Hotel
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen PM 1937 May-12
Description:
"Famous for Food" 220 rooms - fireproof - 132 baths. Rates: $1.50 - $1.75 - $2.00 without bath; from $2.50 with bath
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Title:
Swimming Pool, City Park
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Chrome unused
Description:
Series 3DK-1029
Parkersburg Municipal Swimming Pool is the largest and most up-to-date pool in the Ohio Valley. Kiddies pool is 20x30 and main pool is 75x164. Water capacity 420,000 gallons filtered every 6 hours. Radio and speaking amplifying system.
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Title:
Souvenir Of Parkersburg
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1906 Jul-05
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Title:
Elks Club
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1907 Jan-18
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Title:
First Presbyterian Church
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
First Presbyterian Church organized Feb. 23, 1832. Building completed 1894. Parish 1928. Value $150,000. Membership 1,500.
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Title:
First Lutheran Church
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen PM 1951
Description:
The First Lutheran congregation originated from the former St. John's Evangelical (present) Church. The original St. John's was organized June 6, 1893, dedicating this building October 9, 1927. Present First Lutheran Church reorganized Jan. 17, 1934. Member ship 400.
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Title:
St. Francis Xavier's Catholic Church
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
Land purchased April 26, 1847 for $306. Building when completed cost approximately $80,000. Cornerstone laid May 9, 1869. Contents several medals, silver coins, one of 1776, one greenback, one "grayback," a small silver crucifix and publications. Church older than State of West Virginia.
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Title:
Parkersburg High School Memorial Field House And Stadium
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
Parkersburg, West Virginia, is justly proud of the recreation facilities available to the youth of this growing city. Pictured at top is one of West Virginia's most modern Field Houses. Bottom picture - football field and stadium, battleground of the Parkersburg "Big Reds".
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Title:
Plant Of The American Viscose Corporation
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen unused
Description:
Parkersburg's largest industries. Located in the south side of city on named rayon Drive and banks of the Little Kanawha River. Factory floor space 33 acres. Employees 3,000. Manufacturers of "Crown Brand" Rayon Yarns and Spun rayon Fibre.
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Title:
Bridge Over Ohio River
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Post Card (Undivided Back) PM 1906
Description:
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Dining Car Service
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Title:
W. H. Bickel's Estate
Parkersburg West Virginia (WV), Linen PM 1951
Description:
Wig's Swan and Duck Pond 1 1/4 miles via Juliana St. Bridge. 3 miles via East St. Bridge. Visitors Welcome
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