1902 Map of Morgantown

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The Monongahela River and Cheat River converge in this corner of West Virginia and Pennsylvania, anchoring a landscape of early industrial sites and expanding rail lines. Industrial heritage is central to the area, evidenced by the Clay Furnace, Clinton Furnace, and the Laurel Iron Works near the West Virginia line. The city of Morgantown is shown as it transitions into a regional hub, featuring the University and State Farm while serving as a junction for the Baltimore and Ohio and the Morgantown and Kingwood railroads. Transport along the river remains vital, marked by Lock No 9 and Lock No 10, while small landings like Maidsville Landing and Ice's Ferry highlight the river-centered economy. To the east, the steep rise of Chestnut Ridge and landmarks like Cooper Rock and Cheat View overlook the winding river gorge.