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Hening's Statutes At Large, Volume XII, pp. 595-596.
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Both the petition of inhabitants and Act of Assembly shows that the town had been laid off on lands of John Sellers. After these records the name "John Sellers" disappears, and the so-named founder of Frankfort becomes a mere fanthom, too allusive to be placed by puzzled historians.
The land on which the town was laid off was granted to Charles Keller, by Lord Fairfax, in November, 1748. Charles Keller was killed by the Indians in 1756, and upon legal application of his son and heir, John Keller, this plot of 300 acres, designated in survey made by James Genn and George Washington, as "Lot No. 16," was regranted to John Keller of Lancaster County in Pennsylvania, on the first day of June, 1779. Following the establishing of the town numerous lots were sold by John Keller, and by the Trustees of the town. These deeds (Deed Book 8, Office of Clerk of County Court, Hampshire County) all name John Kel- ler as original owner.
In laying off 139 acres for a town, and setting aside four lots, 264 square feet, in the center of the town as a "Market Place," the founders of Frankfort indicated their belief that it would become the metropolis of this section of the State. And for many years the growth of the town justified their hopes. It became the agricultural and trading center of the entire area. Two large hotels were established here, and the "Market Place" was often crowded at night with the canvas-covered wagons of merchants and farmers, on their way to, or returning from, the eastern markets.
In October, 1794, the eyes of the nation were again focused upon Frankfort, as the place of rendezvous for a large number of the troops called out by President Washington to march into Pennsylvania to sup- press the Whiskey Insurrection. Washington writing from Cumberland, Maryland, where he had gone to review the troops says:
I found upwards of 3,200 men (officers included) in this Encampment. Understood that about 500 more were at a little village on the Virginia side, 11 miles distance, called Frankfort, under the command of Majr. Genl. Morgan; that 700 more had arrived at that place, the evening of the 18th., under Brigr. Ma- thews and 500 more were expected in the course of a few days under Colo. Page-and that the whole were well supplied with Provns., Forage and straw."
This, so far as we have been able to ascertain, is Washington's last reference to this village around which so much of his military activities had centered, and with the marching of the troops the village settled down to the peaceful pursuits of agricultural life.
The Citizens of Frankfort were not willing to have their children grow up without religious and educational advantages. And there are numerous records which show that the church was established shortly after the coming of the first settlers to this region.
The Church of England, or Episcopal, was the first to be established here. This section was included in the Parish of Frederick, long before the organization of Hampshire County. Parish dues were being paid by the pioneer settlers here as early as 1745. Mrs. J. H. A. Brown, of Keyser, W. Va., who is a descendant of Abraham Johnson, has within her possession the following receipts:
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"Received of Nicholas Reasoner one Parish county Levy due for 1745.
April 15, 1745. Thomas Chester L. F. C."
"Received of Abraham Johnson the County and Parish Liveys of the year 1747.
And. Cambell, Sheriff."
"Received of Abraham Johnson one county and peresh levey for the year 1748 by order of Samuel Canel. I say received by me this 15th. day of July 1748.
Solomon Hedges."
Presbyterian history had its beginning in this community in 1768, when the Rev. Joseph Bay was appointed by Donegal Presbytery of the Synod of Pennsylvania, to make a tour of the settlements in the Patter- son Creek and South Branch Valleys. Three years later, 1782, the Frankfort Church was organized, and the Rev. John Lyle, assumed the pastorate of the Frankfort, Romney, and Springfield churches. Mr. Lyle remained here until his death, 1807.
The great Methodist circuit rider, Bishop Asbury, was the founder of the Methodist Church here. He made numerous trips through the mountains of Western Virginia. On June 11, 1781, he came to this settle- ment of which he writes:
"From William's I crossed the South Branch and went to Patterson Creek. I came to a Dutch settlement. The people love preaching, but do not understand class meeting, because they are not enough conversant with the English tongue; and we cannot all do as J. Hagerty and W. Wydner, who speak both languages; could we get a Dutch preacher or two to travel with us, I am persuaded we should have a good work among the Dutch. I love these people; they are kind in their way."
Other intinerate preachers followed Rev. Francis Asbury; but there are no records of an established church here until 1851. Rev. Jesse K. Powers, was the first regular pastor of the Frankfort M. E. Church, South.
Education and religion were inseparable in the minds of these front- iersmen. And the Frankfort settlement was fortunate in having leaders and promoters who were learned men, and were not willing to have their children grow up in total ignorance. The Indian war-whoop had scarce- ly ceased to echo along the ridges of cemetery hill before the inhabitants of this community had selected a site for a school, and set to work to erect the log school house which stood on a lot near the old stone hotel. A teacher was secured, and a subscription paper went the rounds of the community, each family signing for as many children as they could afford to send, and specifying whether the tuition was to be paid in tobacco, produce, or board.
The names of the first teachers of these "pay schools" will never be known. But among those who taught here in early years were, Mrs. Athey Marker, John Taylor, Thomas Powell, Nimrod Furr, George A. Throupe, Zuyler Chadwik, Lewis T. Dunn, Isaac Dunn, Sallie Kane, and Lizzie Russell.
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Congratulations to the Citizens of Mineral County - Makers of Modern History - on this Significant Historical Celebration.
We are glad to play a part in making modern history. During the past 11/2 years we have built 150 miles of lines in Mineral County and vicinity. This has made electric service, with its comforts and conveniences, available for the first time to more than 790 families. Our work continues with the hope that our services will help you find a little more joy in living.
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The history of the Frankfort community from the Revolutionary to the Civil War was not especially eventful. Its citizens continued to be- leaders in religious, educational, and political affairs, and were a peace- loving and prosperous folk.
The social life of the community seemed to be high above the average. There were numerous dances, house-warmings, husking bees, and quilt- ing parties. But the event most eagerly looked forward to from year to year was the Riding Tournament. Knights of the Tourney spent much time practicing, and throughout the country-side fair maidens vied with each other for the honor of being chosen "Queen Of Love and Beauty."
The Civil War, 1861-1864, brought many changes to the community. The majority of the citizens were loyal to the Confederacy. There were forty-seven men who marched with the Hampshire Guards, and Frontier Riflemen, who left Romney on May 18, 1861, to join other Virginia regi- ments at Harper's Ferry.
There were no important battles fought in the immediate neighbor- hood of Frankfort, but there were numerous skirmishes. The village be- ing situated at almost equal distance from the strong Federal encamp- ment at New Creek (Keyser), and from Romney, the most strategic center of Hampshire County, was a convenient stopping place for sol- diers on furlough, and for spies of both armies. Many thrilling stories have come down to us of Federal officers who cloaked their identity under Confederate uniforms, and of Confederates at home to snatch a bit of needed rest, who made narrow escapes from would-be captors.
When West Virginia, December 20, 1863, passed an act establishing a public school system, the citizens of Frankfort were among the first in what s now Mineral County to take advantage of it. The first public school house in Frankfort District was erected on the lot now owned by R. M. Johnson, (The building still standing and used as a dwelling house).
FRANKFORT TODAY
Frankfort, the oldest and most historic town in Mineral County, West Virginia, has lost none of her beauty or charm during one hundred and fifty years of eventful existence. She pauses on the eve of her greatest birthday celebration to reflect with conscious pride on her rich historical background, and to enjoy the rewards of a long life, well spent.
Today, as when established, she is full of promises, holding within easy reach those things that go to make a great industrial center. As yet, however, she has been undisturbed by the wheels of trade, and her inhabitants, most of whom are the direct descendants of the courageous frontiersmen of two centuries ago, enjoy the beautiful farms, and grass- covered hills, that inspired their forefathers to settle here.
The four lots in the center of the village, which John Keller donated as a "Public Square," are still public property, and await the fulfillment of the prophesy made by Frankfort's ambitious founders, that their town would one day become the metropolis of the Eastern Panhandle of West- ern Virginia.
There are two active churches in the village: The Methodist, located on the corner of Green and Water streets, and the Presbyterian, on Wa- ter street.
The Junior High School, the first to be founded in Mineral County,
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has out-grown the present building, and plans have been made for erect- ing additional buildings.
A wide-awake Parent-Teachers' Association, with a membership of 38, does much to encourage educational development in the community.
An outstanding organization of the village is a newly organized Fire Company, with a membership of sixty. Under the leadership of its pres- ident, Harold Carvey, and an excellent corps of officers, it constitutes what might correctly be called, "A Young Men's Business Club," as well as a Fire Company.
Frankfort invites you to study her history, enjoy her unsurpassed mountain scenery, and to partake of the unstinted hospitality of a little town with a big heart, and a big future.
MIKE'S RUN, ON PATTERSON CREEK, HOME OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN'S MOTHER
By Luke McDowell
When Bunker Hill, Princeton, Saratoga, Valley Forge and York Town, were proclaiming the birth of a new nation there were growing to young manhood and young womanhood in America they who would one day be the parents of statesmen and soldiers destined to give this nation a new birth of freedom.
Near the Rappahannock lived Lucy Hanks, vivacious and popular. The Hanks family, consisting of the father, Joseph, his wife, Ann, several sons, and one daughter, Lucy, was undistinguished but reputable. School facilities were generally beyond the means of folk of the Hanks' stand- ing, however, but Lucy had managed to learn to read and write.
At the close of the Revolution Joseph Hanks with his family left the old home to establish a new one at the headwaters of Mike's Run, in what is now Mineral County, 1781.
In that wilderness home fate and romance combined to give the world Nancy Hanks, mother of the immortal Lincoln, for Lincoln said of her: "She was the illegitimate daughter of Lucy Hanks and a well- bred Virginia planter." Perhaps it would have been more considerate had he said: "Lucy Hanks and a well-bred Virginia planter were the illegitimate parents of my mother, Nancy Hanks."
The stay of the Hankses in Doll's Gap was not prolonged. On March 9, 1784, Joseph Hanks, by mortage deed, conveyed his land to Peter Put- man. (Deed Book 6, p. 169, Hampshire County. That mortgage was nev- er paid. After possessing the farm, Peter Putman, in 1787, conveyed the same to Jacob Doll. (Deed Book I-Hardy County). From that time the Doll family have had continuous possession of the farm where Nancy was born.
A sturdy monument of native stone marks the spot where the Hanks cabin stood. This memorial was dedicated May 28, 1933.
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FANFARE OF FRANKFORT Historical Pageant Depicting the History of Patterson Creek Valley 1725 - 1938.
Written By Leonora W. Wood
Directed By Ruth Jackson and Joseph Hodgson
Music Directed By Helen Pownall
Lynn Rotruck Pianist
PAGEANT SYNOPSIS
Narrator Joseph Hodgson
Processional-Heralds, Military Escorts, Queen Frankfort I, Maids of Honor, Princesses, and Chorus.
Chorus-"Land of Hope and Glory"
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TRUMPETS
Prologue
Narrator
EPISODE I Indians DIRECTORS-ALLEN E. HILL and MRS. VINTON GALLION
Ensemble Furnished by Improved Order of Red Men Black Hawk Tribe No. 139, Piedmont, W. Va., and Young People's Organizations of Keyser Churches.
In the year 1725, peace reigns in the beautiful valley of the Wappa- coma. Indians move with stately tread through spreading forests, or fish along the edges of cool waters. When the day is done they gather around their camp fires, and revel in simple joys known only to creatures of the out-of-doors.
SCENE I Indian Village
Children play, squaws engage in various occupations. Chief sits in center smoking pipe, meditating. Braves return from hunt. Braves and maidens dance to "The Call of the Flowers."
SCENE II The Arrival of Hunters
Hunters and explorers were the first white men to break through the wilderness.
EPISODE II
Exploring-The Mayo Survey DIRECTOR-O. D. WILLIAMS
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SCENE I Surveyors
In Camp at Mouth of Savage River, Near Piedmont, W. Va.
In 1736 the first official survey of the boundary lines of Lord Fair- fax was made by William Mayo, Robert Brooks, Captain Winslow, and George Savage, representatives of Virginia and of the British government.
EPISODE III Expanding
DIRECTOR-REV. J. E. RATCHFORD
Ensemble Furnished by Citizens of Springfield SCENE I First Settlers Arrive on Patterson Creek, 1735.
SCENE II James Genn, George Washington, and Party Come to Patterson Creek to Survey Lands of Lord Fairfax.
DIRECTOR-EDWIN BALDWIN
Ensemble Furnished by Young People Organizations of Keyser Churches.
SCENE IV Washington's First Encounter With the Indians
In 1748 James Genn, then the only certified surveyor in the Colony of Virginia, accompanied by George Washington, George William Fair- fax, Chairmen and Pilots, swam their horses across the river at the mouth of Patterson Creek, and came to Abraham Johnson's.
It was on this trip that Washington had his first encounter with the Indians of which he says:
"We were aggrebly surpris'd at y. sight of thirty-odd Indians coming from War with only one Scalp. We had some Liquor with us of which we gave them part it elevated their Spirits put them in y. Humour of Dauncing of whom we had a War Daunce."
EPISODE IV Trading-The Ohio Company DIRECTOR-MRS. FRANK RIDGELEY Ensemble Furnished by Citizens of Ridgeley
SCENE I
Market day, visiting day, for whites and Indians.
Coincident with the sale of lands and development of the South Branch and Patterson Creek Valleys by Fairfax, a group of wealth London and Virginia gentlemen formulated plans for carrying on an ex- tensive trade with the Indians, and for the colonization of lands west of the Allegheny Mountains. They formed an organization known as the "Ohio Company," and in 1749 opened their first store on the south side of the Potomac, near the present town of Ridgeley.
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GOOD FOOD IS GOOD HEALTH
To the citizens of Fort Ashby and Mineral County we extend our heartiest congratulations upon this occasion. Yours is an enviable achievement. May your Sesqui- Centennial and subsequent undertakings 'be crowned with success. May we extend a cordial invitation to you to visit PORTERS when you are in Cumberland and dine in AIR-CONDITIONED comfort.
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EPISODE V Conflict-Beginning of Indian Uprising DIRECTOR-MRS. J. Z. GARLITZ Ensemble Furnished by the Woman's Club of Keyser SCENE I French General Meeting with Indian Chief, Killbuck
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SCENE II Settlers Take Refuge in Fort. Incident from which Fort Ashby Got Its Name.
The French, on the Ohio, had watched the westward advance of the English with growing jealousy and alarm. They recognized in the rapid- ly growing settlements, and in the Ohio Company the greatest threat to their dream of an inland empire, west of the Alleghenies. The French saw in Killbuck a valuable ally for their campaign against the English, and began sowing seeds of suspicion in his mind.
EPISODE VI Early Churches of Patterson Creek DIRECTOR-MRS. FRED WARNER
Episcopal Rector, Rev. John E. Shirley; Solomon Hedges, Clyde Bonar; Rev. Joseph Bay, Honorable William MacDonald; Bishop Asbury, Rev. Richard N. Edwards.
SCENE I
Episcopal Rector, Solomon Hedges, "Tithables" of the Parish of Frederick, 1745.
SCENE II
Rev. Joseph Bay is sent from Donegal Presbytery of the Synod of. Pennsylvania, in answer to petition of inhabitants of the South Branch, and Patterson Creek Vallev settlements.
SCENE III
Bishop Francis Asbury, the Great Methodist Circuit Rider, Comes to Patterson Creek.
Scarcely had the Indian war-whoop ceased to echo along the ridges of Cemetery Hill when citizens of this community turned their attention to establishing schools and churches.
The Church of England, or Episcopal, was the first to be established here. This section was included in the Parish of Frederick, and parish dues were being paid by settlers here before 1745.
Presbyterians entered the field in 1768.
The great Methodist circuit rider, Bishop Asbury, was the founder of the Methodist church here, 1781.
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EPISODE VII Learning-Early Schools of Patterson Creek DIRECTOR-FLORENCE HOWARD Ensemble Furnished by 4-H Clubs of Patterson Creek
SCENE I Opening Day of School, 1774.
The founders of this community were not willing to have their child- ren grow up in ignorance. Soon after the restoration of peace a "pay school" was started. A teacher had been secured, and a subscription paper sent throughout the community. Each family signed how many pupils it could send, and whether the teacher could expect cash, produce, or board.
EPISODE VIII Founding of Frankfort DIRECTOR-MARGARET I. KELLER Ensemble Furnished by Descendants of John Keller, Founder of Frankfort.
SCENE I
Meeting in Keller home to draft petition to be presented to General Assembly of Virginia, 1787.
EPISODE IX Insurrection DIRECTOR-E. V. LINVILLE Ensemble Furnished by Lions Club of Keyser.
SCENE I Camp Scene
SCENE IÍ
Messenger arrives with orders from Major-General Harry Lee. Call to Assembly, Washington's "Farewell Address' Read to Troops.
In the Summer of 1794 Frankfort was a place of rendezvous for Mili- tia called out by President Washington, to march into Western Pennsyl- vania, to suppress the Whiskey Insurrection, 2,000 soldiers under com- mand of Major-General Morgan, Brigadier-General George Matthews, and Colonel Carter Page, were encamped at Frankfort.
EPISODE X Prosperity
DIRECTOR-ROBERT KUYKENDALL
Ensemble Furnished by Tournament Riders of Patterson Creek and Branch Valleys.
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HAMILL'S
In Keyser in August 1910 a restaurant was opened by sev- eral men. But one by one they dropped by the way till there's only one of them left today.
HAMILL'S IS OPEN ALL DAY-ALL NIGHT with food that's always cooked just right.
And the story runs, so they say, that the key which goes to the door was tied around a jack rab- bit's neck and never was seen any more.
In Frankfort there isn't a sing e place that's been open quite so long as Hamill's in Keyser on ARMSTRONG STREET Eat there-you can't go wrong.
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C. M. MALONE, Proprietor FORT ASHBY, W. VA.
FORT ASHBY SHALL BE RESTORED
H. G. SHORES DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATE FOR STATE SENATOR
PRIMARIES - AUGUST 2, 1938
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SCENE I Knights of West Virginia Hills
SCENE II Crowning of the Queen of Love and Beauty, and Her Maidens.
The early social life of Patterson Creek Valley communities was high above the average. There were numerous dances, house-warmings, husk- ing-bees, and quilting parties. The event most eagerly looked forward to from year to year was the Riding Tournament. Knights of the Tour- ney spent much time practicing and throughing the country side fair maidens vied with each other for the honor of being chosen "Queen of Love and Beauty."
EPISODE XI The Civil War Period DIRECTOR-MRS. CLARK WETZEL
SCENE I Company A. 33rd Virginia Infantry Entertained at Old Stone Tavern by Their Mothers, Wives, and Sweethearts. Ensemble Furnished by Citizens of Patterson Creek.
SCENE II DIRECTOR-MRS. D. H. WEAKLAND
Family of Jacob Daniels, at Short Gap, Entertain Soldiers. Ensemble Furnished by Descendants of Jacob Daniels.
SCENE III Organization of Society of Ex-Confederate Soldiers in Hampshire County. DIRECTOR-MARY A. KIRK Ensemble Furnished by Citizens of Hampshire County.
Much valuable Civil War history of this section is found among records of Society of Ex-Confederate Soldiers in Hampshire County, 1883. The aim of this organization was:
"To collect and preserve the material for a truthful history of the late war between the Confederate States and United States of America, and to obtain a true roll of the Confederate Soldiers who went out fro mold Hampshire County, to honor the memory of our comrades who have fallen, to cherish the ties of friendship among those who survive, and to fulfill the duties of sacred charity toward those who may stand in need of them."
EPISODE XII Mineral County Established
DIRECTOR-HOWARD N. ROGERS
Speaker of the House, Judge Robert McV. Drane; Henry G. Davis, Hon. H. G. Shores; Delegates, Members of Mineral County Bar Association.
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