West Virginia became a state following the Wheeling Conventions of 1861, in which delegates from some Unionist counties of northwestern Virginia decided to break away from Virginia during the American Civil War, although they included many secessionist counties in the new state. West Virginia was admitted to the Union on June 20, 1863, and was a key Civil War border state. West Virginia was the only state to form by separating from a Confederate state, the first to separate from any state since Maine separated from Massachusetts, and was one of two states formed during the American Civil War (the other being Nevada, which separated from Utah Territory).
West Virginia Route 101 is an unsigned 1-mile (1.6km) long north–south state highway in the City of Huntington in Cabell County, West Virginia. The southern terminus of the route is at U.S. Route 60 (31st Street). The northern terminus is at US 60 (Third Avenue).
From 31st Street, WV 101 follows Eighth Avenue west to 29th Street, where WV 101 turns north to follow 29th Street to Third Avenue.
History
WV 101 was part of US 60 until US 60 was moved two blocks to the east in 1990.
West Virginia wine refers to wine made from grapes grown in the U.S. state of West Virginia. West Virginia has 11 wineries located throughout the state, including three designated American Viticultural Areas. Because of the state's cold winter climate, most producers focus on French hybrid grape varieties. The most successful Vitis vinifera plantings are Riesling in the northeast portion of the state.
The people of Rome were already angry with the decemviri for not calling the proper elections, taking bribes, and other abuses. It seemed that they were returning to the rule of the Kings of Rome who had been overthrown only a few decades before. In 451 BC, Appius Claudius began to lust after Verginia, a beautiful plebeian girl and the daughter of Lucius Verginius, a respected centurion. Verginia was betrothed to Lucius Icilius, a former tribune of the plebs, and when she rejected Claudius, Claudius had one of his clients, Marcus Claudius, claim that she was actually his slave. Marcus Claudius then abducted her while she was on her way to school. The crowd in the Forum objected to this, as both Verginius and Icilius were well-respected men, and they forced Marcus Claudius to bring the case before the decemvirs, led by Appius Claudius himself. Verginius was recalled from the field to defend his daughter, and Icilius, after threats of violence, succeeded in having Verginia returned to her house while the court waited for her father to appear. Claudius tried to have his own supporters intercept the messengers sent to summon Verginius, but they arrived too late to delay Verginius' arrival.
Princeton West Virginia: Richest Little Railroad & Hot Rod Cruising Capital
Princeton West Virginia is full of history, including the richest little railroad in the world. It has been the home of minor league baseall in the Appalachian league for decades, and has seen extensive revitalization efforts in recent years in its historic downtown and grassroots dirstrict.
Join me as I explore this once jewel of the south and car cruising capital of West Virginia!
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published: 25 Aug 2022
Princeton, West Virginia
Exploring this town in the Mountains
published: 30 Dec 2021
Barstool Pizza Review - Angelo's Pizzeria (Princeton, West Virginia)
El Pres reviews Angelo's Pizzeria in the hills of West Virginia prior to Rough N Rowdy 1: There Will Be Blood.
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Princeton, West Virginia: The Beating Heart of Mercer County
The Beating Heart of Mercer County: Princeton, West Virginia
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Driving through Princeton, West Virginia
Princeton, is a city in and the county seat of Mercer County, West Virginia, United States. The city has often been referred to as the “Jewel of the South” or the “Heart of Mercer County” more recently. The population was 6,432 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Bluefield, WV-VA micropolitan area which has a population of 107,342. The city hosts the Princeton WhistlePigs baseball club of the Appalachian League. A main tourist destination of the city is the Mercer Street Grassroots District located in Downtown Princeton. This area has been revitalized and is now home to cafes, restaurants, shops, and artistic venues.
Princeton was designated to be the headquarters of the New River Division, extending from Roanoke westward.
Roundhouses, vital for servicing the new steam locomotives, wer...
published: 21 Sep 2021
Rest Haven and Oakwood Cemetery Princeton West Virginia. tourangie.com #tourangie #travelagent
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An Evening in Downtown Princeton, West Virginia
I have another video where I film the inside of the Toy Store
published: 18 Nov 2022
Walking in Princeton, West Virginia - Mercer Street and Main Street
A walk down Mercer Street and part of Main Street in Princeton, WV.
Recorded December 18, 2018 around 10:30AM
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published: 19 Dec 2018
724 Buena Vista Dr - Princeton WV
Video Presentation of 724 Buena Vista Drive in Princeton, WV.
published: 22 Jun 2020
The Shocking Truths About Why People Won't Move to West Virginia
The Shocking Truths About Why People Won't Move to West Virginia
Description: Are you curious about why West Virginia remains one of the most overlooked and underpopulated states in the US? This eye-opening video will reveal the shocking truth behind why people won't move to West Virginia, despite its stunning natural beauty and rich history. From the lack of job opportunities to the state's reputation for poor education and healthcare, we'll explore the top reasons why West Virginia continues to struggle to attract new residents. Get ready to be surprised by the reasons behind West Virginia's population decline in this must-see video!
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Princeton West Virginia is full of history, including the richest little railroad in the world. It has been the home of minor league baseall in the Appalachian ...
Princeton West Virginia is full of history, including the richest little railroad in the world. It has been the home of minor league baseall in the Appalachian league for decades, and has seen extensive revitalization efforts in recent years in its historic downtown and grassroots dirstrict.
Join me as I explore this once jewel of the south and car cruising capital of West Virginia!
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If you want to contact us for business inquiries or collaboration opportunities, email: [email protected]
Also find us on facebook @mountainrootshomestead
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#westvirginia #appalachia #carshow
Princeton West Virginia is full of history, including the richest little railroad in the world. It has been the home of minor league baseall in the Appalachian league for decades, and has seen extensive revitalization efforts in recent years in its historic downtown and grassroots dirstrict.
Join me as I explore this once jewel of the south and car cruising capital of West Virginia!
Watch more Mountain Roots:
Exploring Appalachia: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd5S6Lk3vL9l0t9N4FmrXht64AT-s9fcD
If you want to contact us for business inquiries or collaboration opportunities, email: [email protected]
Also find us on facebook @mountainrootshomestead
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Mountain Roots Productions
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#westvirginia #appalachia #carshow
El Pres reviews Angelo's Pizzeria in the hills of West Virginia prior to Rough N Rowdy 1: There Will Be Blood.
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The Beating Heart of Mercer County: Princeton, West Virginia
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Madhu Kollu
Susan Burrows-Rangel
James Lagan
Keith and Donna Timmons
Greg...
The Beating Heart of Mercer County: Princeton, West Virginia
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Susan Burrows-Rangel
James Lagan
Keith and Donna Timmons
Gregory Lewis
Gwen Clayton
Eric Peck
George Sawtooth
Jim Boreman
Will Simmons
Chris Jurkowski
Rob Crotts
Christian Williams
Ghyontonda Mota
David L. Mullins
Joe Sullivan
Audrey Welch
Angela Smith
Andrew DeLong
Matthew Coon
Steve Surber
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Brian Serway
Jessica Rodrigues
George McNair
Bill Whitworth
Mike Adams
Shawn Hannah
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R. Parks Lanier, Jr.
Larry Allen
Ryan Farmer
Iris Lee Underwood
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Virginia Martin
Anne Wagner
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The Beating Heart of Mercer County: Princeton, West Virginia
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Rob Crotts
Christian Williams
Ghyontonda Mota
David L. Mullins
Joe Sullivan
Audrey Welch
Angela Smith
Andrew DeLong
Matthew Coon
Steve Surber
Wayne Maynard
Brian Serway
Jessica Rodrigues
George McNair
Bill Whitworth
Mike Adams
Shawn Hannah
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Dee Simmons Alban
Bill Seward
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Christopher Moore
Kathleen Burnett
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David House
Vern Weller
Earl Spratley
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John Nielson
R. Parks Lanier, Jr.
Larry Allen
Ryan Farmer
Iris Lee Underwood
Vicki Murphy
Virginia Martin
Anne Wagner
Jim Peck
Anonymous
Heather Lovasz
Patti Dibble
Christopher Moore
Mark P Gholson
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Princeton, is a city in and the county seat of Mercer County, West Virginia, United States. The city has often been referred to as the “Jewel of the South” or t...
Princeton, is a city in and the county seat of Mercer County, West Virginia, United States. The city has often been referred to as the “Jewel of the South” or the “Heart of Mercer County” more recently. The population was 6,432 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Bluefield, WV-VA micropolitan area which has a population of 107,342. The city hosts the Princeton WhistlePigs baseball club of the Appalachian League. A main tourist destination of the city is the Mercer Street Grassroots District located in Downtown Princeton. This area has been revitalized and is now home to cafes, restaurants, shops, and artistic venues.
Princeton was designated to be the headquarters of the New River Division, extending from Roanoke westward.
Roundhouses, vital for servicing the new steam locomotives, were established at Sewell's Point, Victoria, Roanoke, and Page. Princeton became site of the VGN's major shops and yards. Throughout its lifetime, the largest number of Virginian Railway employees were concentrated at Princeton. In the 1930s, the VGN even added the capacity to build railroad cars to the Princeton Shops.
The tiny Class 1 railroad was very profitable and became known as the "Richest Little Railroad in the World." Of course, the VGN's more modern gradient and facilities and profitability were all coveted by the competition. There were many attempts to acquire it. All failed throughout the first half of the 20th century. Finally, as the Interstate Commerce Commission began to realize that railroads needed to be able to compete successfully with trucking and other modes of transportation more than primarily each other, in 1959, the Norfolk and Western succeeded in reaching a merge with the VGN and gaining regulatory approvals, marking what became called the "modern merger era" in North American railroading which eventually resulted in Princeton's current service by Norfolk Southern Railway, one of only 6 large class 1 railroads operating in the United States in the 21st century.
The changes from steam to diesel-electric motive power and the mergers and consolidations resulted in elimination of many shops and jobs, aggravated by a reduction in coal mining activity in West Virginia. Eventually, all but a few of these jobs in Princeton were eliminated by the late 20th century. The N&W (and later NS) maintained coal piers and export facilities at a major facility near downtown Norfolk known as Lambert's Point. After the 1959 merger, the VGN's former coal piers and yards at Sewell's Point were redundant with the Lambert's Point operations. They were eventually shut down, and the land became part of the massive U.S. Naval Station Norfolk, the largest Navy base in the world.
Most of the unused former VGN Princeton Shops facilities were demolished by 2006. The local residents of Princeton were devastated. However, despite the community's loss, a new replica of the VGN's two-story Princeton Passenger Station and Offices had been recently built, the largest such effort in the entire state. A modern structure functionally, while appearing like the original built 100 about years earlier, the new Princeton Station Museum should last for future generations. It hosts a museum to the town's rich railroading heritage and the Virginian Railway.
In the tiny hamlet of Ansted along the Midland Trail, the Page-Vawter House is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The old Victorian mansion on the knoll overlooking the town as a testament to the area's coal mining heritage and the man who planned the railroad through Princeton: William Nelson Page.
Princeton, is a city in and the county seat of Mercer County, West Virginia, United States. The city has often been referred to as the “Jewel of the South” or the “Heart of Mercer County” more recently. The population was 6,432 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Bluefield, WV-VA micropolitan area which has a population of 107,342. The city hosts the Princeton WhistlePigs baseball club of the Appalachian League. A main tourist destination of the city is the Mercer Street Grassroots District located in Downtown Princeton. This area has been revitalized and is now home to cafes, restaurants, shops, and artistic venues.
Princeton was designated to be the headquarters of the New River Division, extending from Roanoke westward.
Roundhouses, vital for servicing the new steam locomotives, were established at Sewell's Point, Victoria, Roanoke, and Page. Princeton became site of the VGN's major shops and yards. Throughout its lifetime, the largest number of Virginian Railway employees were concentrated at Princeton. In the 1930s, the VGN even added the capacity to build railroad cars to the Princeton Shops.
The tiny Class 1 railroad was very profitable and became known as the "Richest Little Railroad in the World." Of course, the VGN's more modern gradient and facilities and profitability were all coveted by the competition. There were many attempts to acquire it. All failed throughout the first half of the 20th century. Finally, as the Interstate Commerce Commission began to realize that railroads needed to be able to compete successfully with trucking and other modes of transportation more than primarily each other, in 1959, the Norfolk and Western succeeded in reaching a merge with the VGN and gaining regulatory approvals, marking what became called the "modern merger era" in North American railroading which eventually resulted in Princeton's current service by Norfolk Southern Railway, one of only 6 large class 1 railroads operating in the United States in the 21st century.
The changes from steam to diesel-electric motive power and the mergers and consolidations resulted in elimination of many shops and jobs, aggravated by a reduction in coal mining activity in West Virginia. Eventually, all but a few of these jobs in Princeton were eliminated by the late 20th century. The N&W (and later NS) maintained coal piers and export facilities at a major facility near downtown Norfolk known as Lambert's Point. After the 1959 merger, the VGN's former coal piers and yards at Sewell's Point were redundant with the Lambert's Point operations. They were eventually shut down, and the land became part of the massive U.S. Naval Station Norfolk, the largest Navy base in the world.
Most of the unused former VGN Princeton Shops facilities were demolished by 2006. The local residents of Princeton were devastated. However, despite the community's loss, a new replica of the VGN's two-story Princeton Passenger Station and Offices had been recently built, the largest such effort in the entire state. A modern structure functionally, while appearing like the original built 100 about years earlier, the new Princeton Station Museum should last for future generations. It hosts a museum to the town's rich railroading heritage and the Virginian Railway.
In the tiny hamlet of Ansted along the Midland Trail, the Page-Vawter House is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The old Victorian mansion on the knoll overlooking the town as a testament to the area's coal mining heritage and the man who planned the railroad through Princeton: William Nelson Page.
Resthaven and Oakwood Cemetery Princeton West Virginia. tourangie.com #tourangie #travelagent #westvirginia #princeton
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Resthaven and Oakwood Cemetery Princeton West Virginia. tourangie.com #tourangie #travelagent #westvirginia #princeton
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A walk down Mercer Street and part of Main Street in Princeton, WV.
Recorded December 18, 2018 around 10:30AM
Map (blue line) https://drive.google.com/open?id...
A walk down Mercer Street and part of Main Street in Princeton, WV.
Recorded December 18, 2018 around 10:30AM
Map (blue line) https://drive.google.com/open?id=1HOygQgROZ01tWcwGXuymeLkBrGriP4nT&usp=sharing
A walk down Mercer Street and part of Main Street in Princeton, WV.
Recorded December 18, 2018 around 10:30AM
Map (blue line) https://drive.google.com/open?id=1HOygQgROZ01tWcwGXuymeLkBrGriP4nT&usp=sharing
The Shocking Truths About Why People Won't Move to West Virginia
Description: Are you curious about why West Virginia remains one of the most overlooked and un...
The Shocking Truths About Why People Won't Move to West Virginia
Description: Are you curious about why West Virginia remains one of the most overlooked and underpopulated states in the US? This eye-opening video will reveal the shocking truth behind why people won't move to West Virginia, despite its stunning natural beauty and rich history. From the lack of job opportunities to the state's reputation for poor education and healthcare, we'll explore the top reasons why West Virginia continues to struggle to attract new residents. Get ready to be surprised by the reasons behind West Virginia's population decline in this must-see video!
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Princeton West Virginia is full of history, including the richest little railroad in the world. It has been the home of minor league baseall in the Appalachian league for decades, and has seen extensive revitalization efforts in recent years in its historic downtown and grassroots dirstrict.
Join me as I explore this once jewel of the south and car cruising capital of West Virginia!
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El Pres reviews Angelo's Pizzeria in the hills of West Virginia prior to Rough N Rowdy 1: There Will Be Blood.
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The Beating Heart of Mercer County: Princeton, West Virginia
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Madhu Kollu
Susan Burrows-Rangel
James Lagan
Keith and Donna Timmons
Gregory Lewis
Gwen Clayton
Eric Peck
George Sawtooth
Jim Boreman
Will Simmons
Chris Jurkowski
Rob Crotts
Christian Williams
Ghyontonda Mota
David L. Mullins
Joe Sullivan
Audrey Welch
Angela Smith
Andrew DeLong
Matthew Coon
Steve Surber
Wayne Maynard
Brian Serway
Jessica Rodrigues
George McNair
Bill Whitworth
Mike Adams
Shawn Hannah
Brad & Angela Davis
Michael Genecki
Kara Wyatt Rasnake
Jonathan Gartland
Karen Caddle
Andrew Diseker
Carol Wilder
Kimberly Carr
Dee Simmons Alban
Bill Seward
Daniel Armstrong
Thanks to these wonderful donors!!!
Shelly Fenley
Brian Robinson
Betty Antoine
Christopher Moore
Kathleen Burnett
David McCray
David House
Vern Weller
Earl Spratley
Randy and Dena Key
John Nielson
R. Parks Lanier, Jr.
Larry Allen
Ryan Farmer
Iris Lee Underwood
Vicki Murphy
Virginia Martin
Anne Wagner
Jim Peck
Anonymous
Heather Lovasz
Patti Dibble
Christopher Moore
Mark P Gholson
Teresa Dalton
AJ Wallace
Josh Taylor
Barbara Awbrey
William Mills
Robert Morgan
Chris Coleman
Chelsea Jackson
Logic Milkbone
Dana Lynch
Robert Hill
Jerry Murphy
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Princeton, is a city in and the county seat of Mercer County, West Virginia, United States. The city has often been referred to as the “Jewel of the South” or the “Heart of Mercer County” more recently. The population was 6,432 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Bluefield, WV-VA micropolitan area which has a population of 107,342. The city hosts the Princeton WhistlePigs baseball club of the Appalachian League. A main tourist destination of the city is the Mercer Street Grassroots District located in Downtown Princeton. This area has been revitalized and is now home to cafes, restaurants, shops, and artistic venues.
Princeton was designated to be the headquarters of the New River Division, extending from Roanoke westward.
Roundhouses, vital for servicing the new steam locomotives, were established at Sewell's Point, Victoria, Roanoke, and Page. Princeton became site of the VGN's major shops and yards. Throughout its lifetime, the largest number of Virginian Railway employees were concentrated at Princeton. In the 1930s, the VGN even added the capacity to build railroad cars to the Princeton Shops.
The tiny Class 1 railroad was very profitable and became known as the "Richest Little Railroad in the World." Of course, the VGN's more modern gradient and facilities and profitability were all coveted by the competition. There were many attempts to acquire it. All failed throughout the first half of the 20th century. Finally, as the Interstate Commerce Commission began to realize that railroads needed to be able to compete successfully with trucking and other modes of transportation more than primarily each other, in 1959, the Norfolk and Western succeeded in reaching a merge with the VGN and gaining regulatory approvals, marking what became called the "modern merger era" in North American railroading which eventually resulted in Princeton's current service by Norfolk Southern Railway, one of only 6 large class 1 railroads operating in the United States in the 21st century.
The changes from steam to diesel-electric motive power and the mergers and consolidations resulted in elimination of many shops and jobs, aggravated by a reduction in coal mining activity in West Virginia. Eventually, all but a few of these jobs in Princeton were eliminated by the late 20th century. The N&W (and later NS) maintained coal piers and export facilities at a major facility near downtown Norfolk known as Lambert's Point. After the 1959 merger, the VGN's former coal piers and yards at Sewell's Point were redundant with the Lambert's Point operations. They were eventually shut down, and the land became part of the massive U.S. Naval Station Norfolk, the largest Navy base in the world.
Most of the unused former VGN Princeton Shops facilities were demolished by 2006. The local residents of Princeton were devastated. However, despite the community's loss, a new replica of the VGN's two-story Princeton Passenger Station and Offices had been recently built, the largest such effort in the entire state. A modern structure functionally, while appearing like the original built 100 about years earlier, the new Princeton Station Museum should last for future generations. It hosts a museum to the town's rich railroading heritage and the Virginian Railway.
In the tiny hamlet of Ansted along the Midland Trail, the Page-Vawter House is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The old Victorian mansion on the knoll overlooking the town as a testament to the area's coal mining heritage and the man who planned the railroad through Princeton: William Nelson Page.
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A walk down Mercer Street and part of Main Street in Princeton, WV.
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