Dyer Family Home, Fort Seybert, Pendleton County, W. Va.
Date:
ca. 1894
Description:
'Seated on rocking chair by front porch: Allen Dyer, grandson of James Dyer who was captured by indians in Fort Seybert Massacre. In chair on the porch: Mrs. Martha Dyer (wife of Allen). On roof porch are three of Dyer's sons; from left; Ed R. Dyer, Pent Dyer and Charlie Dyer. This is the home of Allen and Martha Dyer. This picture was probably taken shortly before the death of Martha in 1894. Home is located at Fort Seybert on right side of road just after crossing bridge over South Fork River. Note: September of 1977; The appearance of this house has been greatly changed because of later remodeling.'
