History of WV Methodists who have received the Conference Cane, "awarded to men of age and long years of service ... almost always awarded to the oldest man who has given his life for a worthy cause."
6 1/2" x 8 1/2" black and white photograph (now, sepia) of
12 men holding various tools. The men are unidentified.
Among the tools they are holding are saws, carpenter
squares, brushes, spirit level, masonry tools, and a hammer.
Lera Rakes sits on a chair outside holding up a basket frame of whie oak splits. Pete Rakes sits in a chair beside Lera, holding a hammer. The couple sit behind a small woodpile. Part of a series of photos on basket making.
This series of six articles was prepared by the United Mine Workers of America, disclosing the attempt that is being made by the Red forces, under the direct supervision of Moscow, to seize control of the organized labor movement of America and use...
Dec. 30, 1896 magazine. Includes articles on area church histories, society news, school histories, and local news, as well as advertisements from area businesses.
A self-published autobiography of John C. Shaw, educator and former president of West Liberty Normal School (now West Liberty State College) from 1908-1919.