First Jail in Avis Crossing, W. Va.
- Identifier:
- 014715
- Collection Number:
- A&M 3762
- Title:
- First Jail in Avis Crossing, W. Va.
- Date:
- 1868
- Description:
- The jail served as the "lockup" for unruly citizens for many years after its construction in 1868. The old jail was located at the Avis Crossing on the location where the Richmond building now stands. The building was later converted into a store.
- Acquisition Source:
- Trail, Stephen D. & Fred Long
- Acquisition Method:
- Gift
- Medium:
- cabinet card
- Projects:
- West Virginia History OnView