National Steel Corporation as developed by E.T. Weir, J.C. Williams, Tom Millsop and other executives, was a little different in scope than some of the other major steel producers. Oh, it was pretty big in the early 1970’s. It was the number four U.S. producer,…
So tell me, how were your Holidays? Ours were wonderfully spent with family and friends. But, I have to say, I missed all of YOU! It seemed like we were closed forever. It’s sooooooo good to be back to work. With a New…
In the late 1960’s, the Weirton Steel Division of National Steel Corporation was still operating three Coke Oven Batteries along the Eastern Shore of the Ohio River. The batteries which I think were identified as Numbers 5, 6, and 8 were of varying ages and…
Do you love being the first to read the latest release from your favorite authors? Do you enjoy talking about your favorite books with others and finding new favorites based on their suggestions? Then are you in luck! Swaney Memorial Library is looking for a…
Steelmaking 101 So, if I am going to write about the Brown’s island explosion of 1972, why am I stuck in the 19th century? My belief is that a design flaw at the new plant, caused the explosion. Perhaps flaw is too strong a word.…
So, who was Edwin McMasters Stanton, born in Jefferson County, Ohio, on December 19, 1814? Well we could say that he was the only person born around these parts who was maybe the Country’s most eminent trial attorney, who also served as the U.S. Attorney…
…..Is 2021 the year of the “kinder..gentler” Tamara. It may be. No, not when it comes to issues I believe need changed. I will continue to be fervent and dedicated to the change I think needs to happen. Inequity always has and always will raise…
With Connie & Shauna So, I promised to tell you all about our TALES week. What a week of fun we had, telling TALES. We started our week by learning the difference in “tattling” and telling when something happens. We made tattletale tongues and…
…..The West Virginia Lottery Annual report showed an overall profit for the lottery. Mountaineer Casino, Racetrack & Resort, however, did not fare so well in the year of the pandemic showing a loss of $9.2 million according to WV Metro News. Mardis Gras Casino in…