1928 Map of Holden

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Mining and timber settlements dominate the landscape of Logan and Mingo Counties in this late 1920s survey. The Chesapeake and Ohio railroad follows the winding Guyandot River, connecting industrial hubs like Holden and Whitman to the larger coal network. A remarkable density of rural educational facilities, including the Upper Whitman School, Dempsey School, and Striker School, indicates a peak in local population before the mid-century shifts. The rugged terrain is carved by named waterways like Copperas Mine Fork and Pigeon Creek, which served as the primary conduits for settlement. Small stops and stations like Parsley Sta and Verdun Sta illustrate the vital role of rail transit in connecting these narrow hollows to larger towns like Chapmanville.