Lorentz
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Town named for Jacob Lorentz (1776-1866), who settled here in 1800. Near here in 1795 eighteen members of the Schoolcraft and Bozarth families were killed or taken prisoner during Native American raid. Here were located the first store, first tannery, first blacksmith shop, and first brick house in the county.
The Staunton-Parkersburg Turnpike was constructed through town in 1843-44.
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French Creek
Settled by colonists from New England.
Upshur Militia
While at drill here on Sept. 12, 1863, a company of 70 Upshur County militia under Daniel Gould was captured by a force of Confederates...
Upshur County/Webster County
Formed in 1851 from Lewis, Barbour and Randolph.
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Indian Battle
Near here about 1790, Indians were driven back by border men under Elias Hughes.