Author

Publication

2003 - 1stBooks, Bloomington, IN, Indiana

Language

English

Word Count

29,000 words, Guess

Page Count

116 pages

Identifiers

  • ISBN-101410744760
  • ISBN-101410744779
  • ISBN-139781410744760
  • ISBN-139781410744777
  • Library of Congress Control Number2003092660
and 2 more

Classifications

  • DDC975.4/14043
  • LCCF249.W5 D86 2003

Alternate Titles

  • Wheeling in the twentieth century

Description

Wheeling's early economic growth, decline, and attempts at revival are highlighted in this survey of West Virginia₂s first capitol. Wheeling's early diversified and manufacturing economy is discussed within the framework of the nail, steel, glass, tobacco, and brewery industries. Reasons for their demise and the city's subsequent decline are offered. Alongside the economic swings, Wheeling's attempts to deal with the problems of pollution, housing, city parks, and downtown revitalization receive treatment.

Subjects

Topics

HistoryWheeling (W. Va.) -- History

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