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Early Settlers

St. Marys, West Virginia
Historical Marker Database · Mike Wintermantel
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In 1790, the La Rue brothers, Frenchmen, built homes in Pleasants County. Isaac settled on Middle Island Creek. Jacob had a home on Middle Island and a mill on Broad Run. Graves of his family are on Middle Island.
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St. Marys, West Virginia · United States

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