In 1838, 1100 Cherokee Indians were assembled at this site in preparation for the evacuation to Oklahoma Territory on The Trail of Tears — — Map (dbm98987) HM
This church, Cartecay Methodist (South), was organized and a building erected in August 1834 on the property of Lewis D. Ellington. The first preacher was William Ellington, ordained in 1805 by Bishop Asbury. The first Sunday School was organized . . . — — Map (dbm40540) HM
"I hadn't lost any war and wasn't hunting any..." "I attracted much attention. Some would give me presents ... And some would observe that I ought to be at home with my mother." His fellow Confederates called him . . . — — Map (dbm99026) HM
This church was established August 24, 1839 by 7 people (Samuel B. West, his wife, Nancy; Jacob Bearden, his wife, Winey; Wm. Kimzey, his wife Rebecca; John Pettit), while some Indians remained in this area. First officers were: Able Miles, pastor; . . . — — Map (dbm40573) HM
Gilmer County was created by Act of Dec. 3, 1832 out of Cherokee. Originally, it contained parts of Fannin, Dawson and Pickens Counties. The county was named for George Rockingham Gilmer (1790-1859), who served with distinction as a soldier, lawyer, . . . — — Map (dbm24335) HM
Home of the Cherokee Indian Chief Whitepath stood from 1800 to 1982, 338 yards S.W. of this marker. Aaron Pinson born Feb. 5, 1784 lived here from 1838 until his death Dec. 7, 1843 — — Map (dbm98998) HM
The educational center for this section for years, Oakland Academy was established in 1867, following the War Between the States, by Nathan T. Tabor and John E. Robeson, first teacher. Originally a private school, it was operated for many years as a . . . — — Map (dbm40577) HM
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation. 1775 - 1783 Presented by Captain James Kell Chapter Daughters . . . — — Map (dbm221133) HM
Begun, 1860; finished after the Civil War; handhewn log church is oldest in Gilmer Co. Job's Temple Class of M.E. Church, South was organized in 1866 by the Rev. G.S. McCutchen, first pastor. First trustees were Levi Snider, Salathiel, Wm. & N.W. . . . — — Map (dbm190018) HM
(sidebar) Confederate Gen. Albert G. Jenkins led 550 cavalrymen on a 500-mile raid from Salt Sulphur Springs, Aug. 22-Sept. 12, 1862, attacking Federal forces and destroying military stores. He captured and paroled 300 Union soldiers, . . . — — Map (dbm73427) HM
The clock tower, affectionately known as the "light house on the hill", was constructed in 1899 where the bell had rung from the top of the Administration building. Several years later in 1953, Roy Clemons was hired by President Harry Heflin to work . . . — — Map (dbm190034) HM
Nearby is the homesteadof Henry Everett Engle(1849-1933) where in 1885he composed the melodyfor "The West VirginiaHills,” the most popularof the official statesongs of West Virginia. — — Map (dbm174399) HM
This post oak was an original corner to the four cemetery lots and the property that originally belonged to Robert Linn. Much of the restoration work has been done by Mr. Hunter Armentrout. — — Map (dbm190036) HM
At the top of the hill is the site of a log fort 30x30 feet in size, built in spring, 1864, for Capt. W.T. Wiant's Gilmer County Home Guards. Occupied until December, 1864. Burned days later by Confederates under Capt. Sida Campbell. — — Map (dbm73428) HM
Care of its needy citizens dates tothe county's creation in 1845. By1907, an infirmary was needed onthe local poor farm. With a $6,000levy, the county court hired AlbertN. West to design and W.D. Whitingto build the structure. After . . . — — Map (dbm174482) HM
Gratefully dedicated to the lasting memory of all the men and women who have honorably served in the armed forces of the United States of America in time of war — — Map (dbm190021) WM
Here was written “The West Virginia Hills,” State song. This was the home of William Perry Brown, author of three score books for children, and for many years one of the most popular writer for the old “Youth’s Companion.” — — Map (dbm189578) HM
Here was written "The West Virginia Hills," State song. This was the home of WilliamPerry Brown, author of three score books for children, and for many years one of the most popular writers for the old "Youth's Companion." — — Map (dbm190020) HM
A college that offers both professional and general education with emphasis on teacher education was established by the Legislature in 1872 as the Glenville Branch of the West Virginia Normal School. Became Glenville State Normal School in 1898. . . . — — Map (dbm73429) HM
Thomas Marcellus Marshall, Glenville State Normal, Acting Principal - January 1873-June 1873; Principal - 1875-1881 • Louis Bennett, Glenville State Normal, Principal - 1873-1875 • Robert Franklin Kidd, Glenville State Normal, Principal . . . — — Map (dbm190029) HM
Over 292,000 Americans died in defense of their countryduring World War II. Glenville State College lost 23 studentswhose names are engraved on this memorial. 1st. LT. Elmer R. Cawthon, Jr. De Ridder, Louisiana April, 1943 • Lt. (jg) . . . — — Map (dbm190025) WM
A central West Virginia college maintained for the training of grade and high school teachers. Established as a normal school in 1872 by the Legislature. Given college status in 1930. — — Map (dbm73430) HM
Begun. 1860; finished after theCivil War; handhewn log churchis oldest in Gilmer County. Job’s Temple Class of Methodist Evangelical Church South was organized in 1866 by the Rev. G.S. McCutchen, first pastor. First trustees were Levi Snider, . . . — — Map (dbm174391) HM
Scattered here around us are the tombstones of past Gilmer County residents that have all shared in their experiences with their participation among the community. The history here ranges from the eldest head stone date of December 18, 1794, (birth . . . — — Map (dbm190035) HM
Built this home in 1837 on a 1000-acre tract, and laid out the town of Glenville in 1845. As a member of the Virginia Assembly, he urged the building of the Parkersburg-Staunton Turnpike. As a Congressman, in 1842, Hays appointed Thomas Jonathan . . . — — Map (dbm17557) HM
Stalnaker Plantation. Major William Stalnaker moved herewith his family from Randolph Countyin 1817 to claim a land grant forservices rendered in the War of 1812.Tobacco was among the crops grownon the plantation. A post office . . . — — Map (dbm174395) HM
A Confederate company organized atGlenville in May 1861 by Rev. JohnE. Mitchell, the group only had 45hunting rifles and no uniforms.Mitchell was replaced by J.S. KerrMcCutcheon just before the formalmustering of the company into . . . — — Map (dbm174483) HM
Dedicated to the women of West Virginia who left their homes to work in defense plants throughout America and help win WWII. Honoring: Ada England, Alpha Coberly Miles Osborn, Anna Hess, Ann Carpenter Stalnaker, Arlene Snyder, Bobbie . . . — — Map (dbm190019) HM WM
Finished in 1848, the Farnsworth House sits on a 300-acre farm with family cemetery. The house was built for James Farnsworth, brother of Daniel D.T. Farnsworth, second governor of West Virginia. A tavern was built to feed and house travelers, . . . — — Map (dbm214703) HM
On September 18, 1863, a band of30 Confederate guerillas raided thetown of Troy. They robbed storesof about $1,000 worth of goods andpillaged private homes. They alsotook captive three residents andthree 6th WV Infantry soldiers. . . . — — Map (dbm174486) HM
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