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Henry Howe. New. No Jacket. Private Press. 8.5" x 11" New 26 Page Booklet! Early days in the City of Lynchburg, and Campbell County, Virginia, --which encompasses the present and/or past communities of Altavista, Brookneal, Campbell Courthouse, Concord, Evington, Gladys, Leesville, Long Island, Lynch Station, Lynchburg, Naruna, New London, Rustburg--are recalled through a mixture of colorful tales and factual data in this booklet, comprised of excerpts from three rare vintage books: Historical Collections of Virginia by Henry Howe (1845); New Roads in Old Virginia by Agnes Rothery (1929); and Virginia, a Guide to the Old Dominion, a WPA Writer's Program publication (1940). The spiral-bound booklet is printed single-sided, with the print enlarged to fit the 8 1/2 x 11" 60# paper. The front cover is a parchtex card stock printed in three colors and protected with a vinyl sheet. The Howe history takes an 1845 look at the area, while the WPA book, offers a nostalgic glimpse from a 1940 vantage point, including interesting historical notes and sightseeing possibilities. Rothery's contribution shows a depth of knowledge, an understanding of the character of the people, and a love of Virginia. Among the many subjects discussed are: Physical Features of the area; Early Landowners and Settlers, including a 15-year-old Run-away; the Lynch Family; The Quaker Memorial Presbyterian Church; Tobacco as Currency; the Advantage of "Sweet-scented" Parishes; Establishment of other churches; Transportation; Schools; The Progressive "Lynchburg Water Works" built 1828-9; Census of Lynchburg in 1840; Origination of the term "Lynch Law"; New London's old courthouse; Patrick Henry's Courtroom Manner; Poplar Forest, once residence of Thomas Jefferson; Jefferson's "Notes on Virginia"; Some observations on slavery and its aftermath; Colonel Augustine Leftwich and other Tobacco notables; a 1940s street map of Lynchburg and points of interest; other bits of history and trivia. Illustrations include the Old Court House at New London, a full-page view of Lynchburg and others.
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Henry Howe. New. No Jacket. Private Press. 8.5" x 11" New 30 Page Booklet! Early days in the County of Frederick, Virginia--which encompasses the present and/or past communities of Brucetown, Clear Brook, Cross Junction, Gore, Hayfield, Jordan's White Sulphur Springs, Middletown, Star Tannery, Stephens City, Stephenson, Whitacre, and Winchester--are recalled through a mixture of colorful tales and factual data in this booklet, comprised of excerpts from three rare vintage books: Historical Collections of Virginia by Henry Howe (1845); New Roads in Old Virginia by Agnes Rothery (1929); and Virginia, a Guide to the Old Dominion, a WPA Writer's Program publication (1940). The spiral-bound booklet is printed.
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Henry Howe. New. No Jacket. Private Press. 8.5" x 11" Early days in Goochland County, Virginia--which today encompasses the communities of Beaumont, Columbia, Crozier, Dabneys, Fife, Goochland, Gum Spring, Hadensville, Maidens, Manakin, Sabot, Oilville, Richmond, Sandy Hook, and State Farm--are recalled through a mixture of colorful tales and factual data in this 32 page booklet, comprised of excerpts from three rare vintage books: Historical Collections of Virginia by Henry Howe; Twelve Counties of Virginia by John H. Gwathmey; and Virginia, a Guide to the Old Dominion, a WPA Writer's Program publication. The spiral-bound booklet is printed on 60# 8 1/2 x11" paper, with the print enlarged to fit the paper. The front cover is protected with a vinyl sheet. The excerpt from the Howe history, printed in 1845, is quite brief. It covers the early development of this area, while excerpts from the WPA book, give a nostalgic glimpse from a 1940 vantage point, including interesting historical notes and sightseeing possibilities. The bulk of this booklet comes from Gwathmey's 1937 contribution, sub-titled "Where the Western Migration Began", a rich resource for the names of early families. Many of these settlers and/or their descendants later migrated to the "western" states of Kentucky, Ohio, etc. Because the booklet is comprised of excerpts from several sources, there may occasionally be duplication of material. Among the many subjects discussed are: Physical Features of the Area; Gen. Nathaniel Massie, who led many Virginians to Ohio; and Frederick and Edward Bates, who led many Virginians to Missouri; other noted citizens: Gov. James Pleasants, James A. Seddon, Col. John Payne and the Payne and Underwood families; the Monacan Indians and Capt. John Smith; the William Byrd family; Bacon's Rebellion; the Iroquois Trail; Huguenot settlers at Manakintowne; Goochland members of the House of Burgesses, the first justices, including Peter Jefferson, the Committee of Safety; and the names of some Goochland Revolutionary War and War of 1812 officers; Invasion by the Army of Cornwallis; first coal mine in America; Remarkable diary of Sen. Joseph Underwood; the James River and Kanawha Canal; George Washington and the Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad; the Tarleton Coat of Arms; Manor houses, such as Tuckahoe, ancient seat of the Randolphs, including Thomas Jefferson's first schoolhouse, Rock Castle, and Bolling Hall; Captain Christopher Newport and early explorations to find the South Sea; Devastation by Colonel Ulric Dahlgren in 1864; the State Farm at Crozier; and other interesting bits of history and trivia. Illustrations: A sketch of the 1826 Goochland Courthouse is the sole illustration.
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Henry Howe. New. No Jacket. Private Press. 8.5" x 11" Early days in the City of Lexington and the County of Rockbridge, Virginia--which encompasses the present and/or past communities of Brownsburg, Fairfield, Glasgow, Goshen, Natural Bridge, Natural Bridge Station, Raphine, Rockbridge Baths, and Vesuvius--are recalled through a mixture of colorful tales and factual data in this NEW 34 page booklet, comprised of excerpts from three rare vintage books: Historical Collections of Virginia by Henry Howe (1845); New Roads in Old Virginia by Agnes Rothery (1929); and Virginia, a Guide to the Old Dominion, a WPA Writer's Program publication (1940). The spiral-bound booklet is printed single-sided, with the print enlarged to fit the 8 1/2 x 11" 60# paper. The front cover is a parchtex card stock, protected with a vinyl sheet. The excerpt from the Howe history takes an 1845 look at the area, while excerpts from the WPA book, give a nostalgic glimpse from a 1940 vantage point, including interesting historical notes and sightseeing possibilities. Rothery's contribution shows a depth of knowledge, an understanding of the character of the people, and a love of Virginia. Among the many subjects discussed are: Beginnings of the county; John Lewis, John Mackey and other Early Settlers, where they came from, and the character of the people; Puritanical Morality and Churches; the University of Washington and Lee (formerly Washington College) and early student life; The Virginia Military Institute; Feuding between the two schools; Lee Memorial Chapel, burial site of Gen. Robert E. Lee; General Stonewall Jackson's home and gravesite; Alum Springs mineral baths; the Strange adventures of John Salling; Governor Gooch's strange pet; Devotion to the Cause of Liberty; a Plucky Irish girl named Polly Mullhollin; Sam Houston and other prominent residents; Early Roads and Landmarks; an Early description of the county's scenery; Early impressions of The Natural Bridge; Reactions of Jefferson and Washington to the bridge; Account of James Piper's climbing to the top of the Natural Bridge; a Revolutionary War anecdote about the Rev. William Graham; James Ethan Allen Gibbs, inventor; James McDowell home; Matthew Fontaine Maury, who mapped the world's oceans and enabled the laying of the first Atlantic Cable; Cyrus Hall McCormick, inventor of the world-changing mechanical reaper; and other interesting bits of history and trivia. Illustrations (from the 1845 book) include Washington College at Lexington (full page), Alum Springs, the Natural Bridge (full page) and (from the 1929 book) a sketch of Stonewall Jackson's House.
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Henry Howe. New. No Jacket. Private Press. 8.5" x 11" Early days in the County of Spotsylvania, Virginia--which encompasses the present and/or past communities of Fredericksburg, Germanna, Partlow, Snell, Spotsylvania and Thornburg--are recalled through a mixture of colorful tales and factual data in this NEW 35 page booklet, comprised of excerpts from three rare vintage books: Historical Collections of Virginia by Henry Howe (1845); New Roads in Old Virginia by Agnes Rothery (1929); and Virginia, a Guide to the Old Dominion, a WPA Writer's Program publication (1940). The spiral-bound booklet is printed single-sided, with the print enlarged to fit the 8 1/2 x 11" 60# paper. The front cover is a parchtex card stock, protected with a vinyl sheet. The excerpt from the Howe history takes an 1845 look at the area, while excerpts from the WPA book, give a nostalgic glimpse from a 1940 vantage point, including interesting historical notes and sightseeing possibilities. Rothery's contribution shows a depth of knowledge, an understanding of the character of the people, and a love of Virginia. Among the many subjects discussed are: Beginnings of the county; the Ancient town of Germanna; a visit with Col. & Mrs. Spotswood; Fredericksburg Fairs; Gen. George Weedon; Biography of Gen. Hugh Mercer; Col. Fielding Lewis, brother-in-law of George Washington; "The Washington Farm" and info on George Washington's parents; Lewis Littlepage; John Forsyth, a native of Fredericksburg who became governor of Georgia; where the Old Dominion got its nickname; Historic spots, including Chatham Mansion, Mannsfield Hall Country Club; Salem Baptist Church; Site of Spotswood's Iron Furnace; Battle of Chancellorsville; the Jackson Monument; Alexander Hays Monument; Spotsylvania Tavern; St. George's Church; small 1940 street map of Fredericksburg; the Presbyterian Church, the Courthouse, the Masonic Lodge and Cemetery; the James Monroe Law Office; Hugh Mercer's Apothecary Shop, Rising Sun Tavern, Mary Washington's relationship with her famous son; Kenmore, home of Washington's sister; the John Paul Jones Home and other interesting bits of history and trivia. Illustrations include a picture of Fredericksburg from the Washington Farm and Chatham, an estate designed by Christopher Wren.
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Henry Howe. New. No Jacket. Private Press. 8.5" x 11" Early days days in New Kent County, Virginia--which today encompasses the communities of Barhamsville, Lanexa, New Kent, Providence Forge, and Quinton--are recalled through a mixture of colorful tales and factual data in this NEW 36 page booklet, comprised of excerpts from three rare vintage books: Historical Collections of Virginia by Henry Howe; Twelve Counties of Virginia by John H. Gwathmey; and Virginia, a Guide to the Old Dominion, a WPA Writer's Program publication. The spiral-bound booklet is printed on 60# 8 1/2 x11" paper, with the print enlarged to fit the paper. The front cover is protected with a vinyl sheet. The Howe history, printed in 1845, covers the early development of this area, while excerpts from the WPA book, give a nostalgic glimpse from a 1940 vantage point, including interesting historical notes and sightseeing possibilities. Gwathmey's 1937 contribution, sub-titled "Where the Western Migration Began" is a rich resource for the names of prominent families. Many of these early settlers and/or their descendants later migrated to the "western" states of Kentucky, Ohio, etc. Because the booklet is comprised of excerpts from several sources, there may occasionally be duplication of material. Among the many subjects discussed are: Physical Features of the Area, Early remembrances by those who knew George Washington and Martha Custis of their first meeting, etc.; "Stone House, " a "curious relic of antiquity in Virginia" with theories involving Blackbeard, Capt. Smith and Pocahontas, and Nathaniel Bacon; Orapax, a historic Indian village where John Smith, held captive by Opechancanough, used his wits, "talking" paper and a compass to delay his execution; Moysonec, an Indian village on the Chickahominy; Members of the Council and House of Burgesses from New Kent; Chief Totopotomoi killed at Bloody Run when he tried to help the British; Hanging of William Drummond, first governor of North Carolina and a supporter of Nathaniel Bacon; early land grants to Terrell, Ludwell, Handford and Whitehead families; St. Peter's Church and other early churches; Providence Forge; Bio of Major Thomas Massie, with Washington in the Revolution; "The White House" of New Kent, for which the White House in Washington was named; Ancestry of Martha Washington; Horse racing, fox hunting, lotteries and other social activities; Stately Homes and their owners; Gen. McClellan's headquarters during the War Between the States; Gen. J.E.B. Stuart's Ride around the Union Army; Some Confederate Officers from New Kent; Courthouse in New Kent (1909); and other interesting bits of history and trivia. Among the family names not previously mentioned are: names: Lightfoot, Foster, Bassett, Keeling, Crump, Lacey, Chamberlaynes, Patterson, Hill, Baldwin, Lacy, Webb, Macon, Littlepage, Dandridge, Bromleys, Osbornes, Christian, Gregory, Turner, Vaiden, Geddes, Bailey, Bradley, and Graves, Illustrations include: the Stone House and the New Kent Courthouse.
