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Capon Springs
Wardensville, West Virginia
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Capon Springs bears an Indian name meaning the “Medicine Waters.” It was discovered in 1765 and became a famous resort of early days. Among its guests were President Franklin Pierce, Daniel Webster, and Daniel Webster’s guest, Sir Henry Bulwer, the British Minister.
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Photo: Forest McDermott
Photo: Forest McDermott
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Wardensville, West Virginia · USA
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