May 15, 2026

Deed of Trust: Caton, Huffman Trustee

This Indenture made the 28th day of June 1858, Between George W. Caton of the first part, Benjamin Huffman of the second part, and Robert A. Lucas, John Reynolds, and Albert Humerickhouse of the third part. […]
December 5, 2025

The Old River Road to Shepherdstown

The Old River Road to Shepherdstown.By J. O. Knott The Potomac is one of the most picturesque rivers in the world. When I heard as a child, the words: “Oh Jordan’s stormy banks I stand, and […]
November 17, 2025

More About the Old Mill [Cement]

The relating of one interesting event in Shepherdstown’s history calls out another. The recent article in the Register concerning the old mill east of town brought to the remembrance of Mr. Beltzhoover that some years ago […]
November 8, 2025
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Boteler’s Mill: Labor & Cement in 19th-Century Jefferson County

In 1827, the steady rush of the Potomac River gave life to Boteler’s Mill. This thriving cement works helped build the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal and anchored industry along the eastern stretch of Jefferson County, WV. Powered by innovation and the hands of immigrant laborers, the mill’s story is one of ambition, hardship, and transformation.
June 28, 2025

Creditors Bill, Against Brien, Brown, and Dunn

1842, Cir. Sup. Ct.Howard, John C. & Wilson, Matthew Junr.vs.Brien, John McP.; Brown, William, Dunn, John. Chancery – Creditors BillBill, 2 Spa, Letter, Affid, Publication, Proceedings, 2 Decrees, 2 Ans, Bond, 4 C[?] notes. Possession of […]