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  • 21 Aug, 2019

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Van Camp, Wetzel County, West Virginia

Van Camp is an unincorporated community in Wetzel County, West Virginia, United States.


Van Camp Marker Inscription: Village settled early 1800s, named for pioneer Steven(1793-1873) and family in 1840s. John and Margaret Van Camp gave land for Methodist E. Church, 1879; services held into 1940s; cemetery dates to 1851; site for school, ca. 1870-1920, given by family; post office & general store served the community. Clarksburg Northern Railroad provided access to village until early 20th century.

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