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Born in 1794, James G. West was a politician and Methodist minister. He was involved in the creation and development of Wetzel County and also served in both houses of Virginia's prewar legislature. A member of the 2nd Wheeling Convention, he served as committee chair for the Division of the State that ultimately paved the way for West Virginia statehood. West died in 1872 in Marion County.
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New Martinsville, West Virginia · United States
