Central City
Central City by Lola Roush Miller, published by Arcadia Publishing in 2006, is an illustrated exploration of a community that emerged in 1893 near Huntington, West Virginia. This 128-page book details the development of Central City, which thrived due to its five major factories and the subsequent growth of families, homes, schools, and churches. The narrative chronicles the town’s eventual annexation into Huntington in 1909, leading to a loss of identity and history, while also highlighting efforts in the late 1980s to revive its heritage.
Readers will find a comprehensive account of Central City’s industrial past and its transformation over the years. The book emphasizes the significance of community and the impact of local industry on the region’s development. It also touches on the town’s recognition as the Antique Capital of West Virginia and the annual Old Central City Days celebration, which honors its vibrant history. This edition serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the history of small towns in the southern United States.
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In 1893, a few businessmen purchased some land just west of Huntington, West Virginia, to develop a new community. Eventually, Central City–as it was called–bustled with industry, thriving on the five major factories that became the nucleus of the small city. Because of the booming job market, the community grew: families settled; homes, schools, and churches were built; and a government was established. When Central City was annexed into Huntington in 1909, the old industrial town all but disappeared, losing its own identity and rich history. Luckily, Central City’s heritage was saved in the late 1980s, when a reunion for early families was organized and funds were allocated by the City of Huntington for the community’s rebirth. Today Old Central City is touted as the Antique Capital of West Virginia and hosts Old Central City Days annually to commemorate the vibrant heritage of this almost-lost West Virginia town.
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