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part of West Virginia during the second half of the 19th century. Eastham’s contract called for him to organize and supervise the building of a new town, first clearing away the forest at the chosen site. The work started on March 14,1884, and when completed, the Easthams built the first log residence, store and other buildings in what was to become the city of Davis.

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