Birthplace -- W. D. Zinn
Inscription
One mile east is Woodbine Farm, birthplace of W. D. Zinn, noted farmer, writer and lecturer. He contributed much to scientific farming in this and adjoining states. "The Story of Woodbine Farm" is an autobiography of his work.
Location
AddressUS 119/US 250, Dumont Park, Philippi
CityPhilippi
CountyBarbour
StateWest Virginia
Coordinates39.101270, -79.994560
Sources
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