Morgantown, west virginia, agricultural extension division, n. Mercer county is among the most diverse and complex of west virginia s 55 counties. Mercer formed from giles, tazewell counties in 1837, princeton times, 7311963. Rightclick on a previouslyadded graphic to delete it. Our goal is to help you track your ancestors through time by transcribing genealogical and historical data and placing it online for the free use of all. History of logan county as well as biographies, hatfields, don chafin and more. In the late 30s 4hers in the mercer county area decided to build an entire campground made only out of logs from the surrounding area. Mercer county is among the most diverse and complex of west virginias 55 counties. Mercer county is a county on the southeastern border of the u. Historical information and genealogy mercer county wv. County histories may include biographies, church, school and government history, and military information. Mortality schedules can be obtained for 1850, 1860, 1870 and 1880. This is a 60page book that documents the early courts in mercer county along with the fires that burnt down two of them and spaces that were set aside for temporary use during their reconstruction.
Bill archer has assembled this fascinating volume of vintage photographs and informative text to celebrate mercer countys rich and colorful history. Located in the heart of appalachia, mercer county has a population of nearly 60,000 residents that are hardworking, resilient, and dedicated to community. The county has been a crossroads for many events, including the civil war and the establishment of an industrial economy after the war ended. Mercer county cvb 621 commerce street, bluefield, wv, 24701 travel guide. Mercer county history sources west virginia department. Mercer countys history is as varied as its geography. Mercer county s share of the roaring 20s in courthouse vault, bluefield daily telegraph, n. The county commission would like to thank you for your interest in your local county government. Mercer county schools is proud to announce amanda feldes as the 2020 teacher of the year.
A new health clinic serving veterans in mercer county has opened in princeton. Search the history of over 431 billion web pages on the internet. Mercer county, west virginia bluefield princeton wv 1987. What mercer county, pa census records are available. Cyndis list of west virginia locality links source. Mercer countys share of the roaring 20s in courthouse vault, bluefield daily telegraph, n. Princeton, the new county seat, was named for the 1777 battle of princeton, new jersey, at which general mercer fell. The county was originally established in the state of virginia by act of its general assembly on 17 march 1837, using lands taken from giles and. Pioneer church in mercer county, west virginia 18401915. Based on the 2010 census, the population was 62,264. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading mercer county images of america. Federal population schedules are available for 1840, 1850, 1860, 1870, 1880 free index, 1890 fragment, 1900, 1910, 1920, 1930, 1940.
The courthouse was a square structure of brick, two stories high, with wings on the east and west sides of the first story. For example, the bookmarks created from chrome will not be available for firefox. Mercer county,west virginia index genealogy trails. We look forward to working together with you for common. She also serves on the county math4life committee and is pursuing a doctorate degree in integrative stem education at virginia tech. Search the map by clicking the map button at the top right. Feldes is a math teacher at montcalm high school where she sponsors the key club and serves as the school test coordinator. Official blue book of mercer county, west virginia by charles b hedrick. Mercer county clerk verlin moye 1501 west main street, suite 121 princeton, wv 24740 3044878312.
See more ideas about west virginia, west virginia history and history. Federal population schedules are available for 1790, 1800, 1810, 1820, 1830, 1840, 1850, 1860, 1870, 1880, 1890, 1900, 1910, 1920, 1930, 1940 mercer co. Taxes official mercer county, ohio government website. Pick a tool first circle cross diamond square diagonal cross solid. Theres an interetsing article found on the west virginia archives and history website that indicates the mercer county fair actually started in 1924. Mercer county west virginia department of arts, culture. Find property records, vital records, inmate and court records, professional and business licenses, contractor licenses and much more.
There are many types of census records for mercer county guide you in researching your family tree. Mercer county s political history is largely typical of west virginia. Joe manchin said monday that the princeton va clinic can provide health care services to 1,200 veterans. Athens was settled before west virginia was even a state, and still has much of its longstanding architecture. History of mercer county, pennsylvania internet archive. This is a reprint of the 1927 edition with an added name index. Federal population schedules are available for 1790, 1800, 1810, 1820, 1830, 1840, 1850, 1860, 1870, 1880, 1890, 1900, 1910, 1920, 1930, 1940. Where can find mercer county birth, marriage, divorce and death records. Guide to mercer county, west virginia ancestry, genealogy and family history, birth records. It was supportive of remaining with confederate virginia when the state was created and voted democratic in the first few postcivil war elections. Excellent history of mercer county and the whole area in that part of the state. What mercer county, wv census records are available. A history of mercer countys court houses by robert b.
Bill archer has assembled this fascinating volume of vintage photographs and informative text to celebrate mercer county s rich and colorful history. Adapted from the 1984 mercer county history book in 2007, the name was changed back to the mercer county fair and moved to the pikeview high school campus. Mercer county was created on march 17, 1837, from parts of giles and tazewell counties. Welcome to the official mercer county wv commission facebook page. Mercer county s history is as varied as its geography. Mercer county history sources west virginia division of culture. It was once home to more millionaires per capita than anywhere in the nation take a walking tour of the mansions, or stop by the rail depot museum to delve deep into the towns lavish past. Originating almost a quarter of a century prior to the civil war, mercer county, west virginia was named for general hugh mercer, a revolutionary war hero. A view of the 5th southern appalachian industrial exhibit held in mercer county, west virginia. Mercer county commission wv, princeton, west virginia. A listing of all the schools in mercer county, wv with maps, driving directions, and a local area search function. Wyoming, and mcdowell counties in west virginia, and the virginia counties of giles.
Mercer county treasurer 101 north main street, room 201 celina, oh 45822. Local histories are available for mercer county, west virginia genealogy. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Familysearch west virginia wills and probate records, 17241985 includes mercer county source. The county was originally established in the state of virginia by act of its general assembly on 17 march 1837, using lands taken from giles and tazewell counties mercer county is part of the bluefield, wvva micropolitan. Box 5012 princeton, wv 24740 we have our library closed due to covid 19 but office.
Mercer county part of the wvgenweb wvgenweb project. Mercer county, west virginia public records directory. For more information about local histories see the wiki page section west virginia local histories. A tribute to the valuable heritage of the community, this pictorial retrospective will provide readers with a unique view into the past that will capture. Mercer county vital records can be found at the west virginia office of vital records which has copies of birth and death records from january 1917 to present.
Rowland confederate states of america csa 1st lieutenant 24th virginia infantry company g. Manchin says in a news release that the clinic will give veterans in mercer county and surrounding areas permanent access to health care services. Sandy bailey, the guide, is a lifelong resident of mercer county and can share plenty of history and stories about the area. Mercer county west virginia bluefield princeton wv family. The towns are provided to verify the location, but may not be referenced in the book. Note that historical physical and cultural features are no longer visible on the landscape. This listing is for the following county history book. Mercer county is a county located in the state of west virginia.
Princeton for animated maps illustrating west virginia county boundary changes, rotating formation west virginia county boundary maps 16171995. Princeton for animated maps illustrating west virginia county boundary changes, rotating formation west virginia county boundary maps 16171995 may be viewed for free at the website. Concord university was established in 1872, and is still a central part of the town. Mercer county, west virginia genealogy genealogy familysearch. For generations, our people have been blessed with deep roots and family values. Mercer county images of america kindle edition by archer, william r. Mercer county 4h camp tucked away on the back side of glenwood park is another one of heavens best kept secrets. The property information portal pip provides access to property records managed by the mercer county clerk, the county tax board, and the county planning department. Clay county history book committee, history of clay county, west virginia 1989.
Civil war letter from princeton, 1861 camp at mouth of bluestone, 1862 fight at clarks. Mercer county, west virginia public records directory quickly find public record sources in the largest human edited public record directory. Mercer county 4h camp, 1823 glenwood park road, princeton. An emerging art scene in downtown princeton is woven into princetons historic past by the murals on mercer street. However, the influence of coal industry executives turned the county towards the gop during the system of 1896. See more ideas about west virginia, virginia and mercer county. Pioneer church in mercer county, west virginia, 18401915. Saved bookmarks are available for the same type of web browser. Bramwell, the millionaires town, with a mansionlined street where the barons of the coal boom lived. A history of the towns through its prominent early families and the homes they built. A history of trenton, 16791929, two hundred and fifty years of a notable town with links in four centuries. Mercer county counterfeiters, 1911 ingleside train collision, 1927 freedom train stop in bluefield, 1948 debut of whistv, 1955 integration at matoaka high, 1957 1960 presidential campaign in mercer county bomb explosion at bluefield state college, 1968.
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