Davis Child's Transitory Shelter, Charleston, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1900
Description:
Davis Child's Transitory Shelter, established in 1900, was funded by Senator Henry G. Davis and run by the Children's Home Society of West Virginia. It was located on Washington Street between Brooks and Boards Streets in Charleston, W. Va.
The Davis Free School building was a gift in 1890 from Senator Henry G. Davis, who grew up in Piedmont. Another wing was later added to the building. The school ran from 1890 - 1938.
Private Entrance to Senator Davis' Home, Elkins, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1910-1930
Description:
This image is part of the Thompson Family of Canaan Valley Collection. The Thompson family played a large role in the timber industry of Tucker County during the 1800s, and later prospered in the region as farmers, business owners, and prominent members of the Canaan Valley community.
'Named for Senator Stephen B. Elkins. Home of Senator Henry G. Davis. Headquarters for the Monongahela National Forest. Near site of Friend's Fort, built in 1772. Old Seneca Indian Trail crosses the campus of Davis and Elkins College.'
'Nathan Goff, Sr. (center), H. G. Davis (seated right), Jacob C. Beeson (standing right), Joseph Bell (seated left), Richard P. Camden (standing left)'
