March 24, 1851
Extension of the Kingwood and West Union Turnpike authorized from Kingwood in Preston County to Morgantown
The Virginia General Assembly passed an act authorizing the extension of the Kingwood and West Union Turnpike from Kingwood in Preston County to Morgantown.
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