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| West Virginia Facts |
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Outdoor advertising had its origin in Wheeling, West Virginia about 1908 when the Block Brothers Tobacco Company painted bridges and barns with the wording: "Treat Yourself to the Best, Chew Mail Pouch." |
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A variety of the yellow apple, the Golden Delicious, originated in Clay County, West Virginia. The original Grimes Golden Apple Tree was discovered in 1775 near Wellsburg. |
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The first steamboat was launched by James Rumsey in the Potomac River at New Mecklensburg (Shepherdstown), West Virginia on December 3, 1787. |
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