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'Potomac Valley Panorama West of Berkeley Springs on Highway 9. One of the most magnificent views in the eastern section of W. Va., is this panorama from Capon Mountain.'

25. View of Potomac Valley from Capon Mountain, Morgan County, W. Va.

IDNO:: 014107
Title:: View of Potomac Valley from Capon Mountain, Morgan County, W. Va.
Date:: ca. 1960-1970
Description:: 'Potomac Valley Panorama West of Berkeley Springs on Highway 9. One of the most magnificent views in the eastern section of W. Va., is this panorama from Capon Mountain.'

'This handsome structure of gray hand-hewn stone is perched upon the side of Warm Springs Ridge and overlooks the historic Town of Bath which was established by Act of the First General Assembly of the State of Virginia in October, 1776, as a health resort for the officers and soldiers of the Revolution and for other infirm persons. George Washington frequently visited these springs, commended them most highly and erected a summer home there. The Castle Site adjoins the celebrated State Park of the Town of Bath (now known as Berkeley Springs, West Virginia) which encompasses "Ye Famed Warm Springs," officially set aside for the "free use of the public for all time." Within the State Park also there are commodious swimming pools, a bath house erected more than a century ago but containing modern equipment, a new bath house with facilities for Turkish and Electric baths, a reading roomm, rest room, band stand, and a huge American Elm tree planted by George Washington, also numberous other shade trees, with benches and tables for picnic parties. For nearly two centuries of recorded history these 'Famed Warm Springs' have been heralded as a sacred mecca where peace, health, and happiness abound and where, according to Indian tradition, the healing waters are blessed by the Great Spirit. The water from these springs is piped into the Castle which is equipped also with electricity and other modern improvements, yet maintains a medieval atmosphere, with its large entrance hall, broad staircase and huge stone fireplaces. Guests are assured of creature comforts, congenial companionship and commodious quarters, suitable for family parties, sororities, or other responsible groups.'

26. Berkeley Castle in Allegheny Foothills, Morgan County, W. Va.

IDNO:: 014108
Title:: Berkeley Castle in Allegheny Foothills, Morgan County, W. Va.
Description:: 'This handsome structure of gray hand-hewn stone is perched upon the side of Warm Springs Ridge and overlooks the historic Town of Bath which was established by Act of the First General Assembly of the State of Virginia in October, 1776, as a health resort for the officers and soldiers of the Revolution and for other infirm persons. George Washington frequently visited these springs, commended them most highly and erected a summer home there. The Castle Site adjoins the celebrated State Park of the Town of Bath (now known as Berkeley Springs, West Virginia) which encompasses "Ye Famed Warm Springs," officially set aside for the "free use of the public for all time." Within the State Park also there are commodious swimming pools, a bath house erected more than a century ago but containing modern equipment, a new bath house with facilities for Turkish and Electric baths, a reading roomm, rest room, band stand, and a huge American Elm tree planted by George Washington, also numberous other shade trees, with benches and tables for picnic parties. For nearly two centuries of recorded history these 'Famed Warm Springs' have been heralded as a sacred mecca where peace, health, and happiness abound and where, according to Indian tradition, the healing waters are blessed by the Great Spirit. The water from these springs is piped into the Castle which is equipped also with electricity and other modern improvements, yet maintains a medieval atmosphere, with its large entrance hall, broad staircase and huge stone fireplaces. Guests are assured of creature comforts, congenial companionship and commodious quarters, suitable for family parties, sororities, or other responsible groups.'

Elm tree planted by George Washington in Berkeley Springs, W. Va.

27. Washington Elm Tree in Berkeley Springs, Morgan County, W. Va.

IDNO:: 014109
Title:: Washington Elm Tree in Berkeley Springs, Morgan County, W. Va.
Description:: Elm tree planted by George Washington in Berkeley Springs, W. Va.

28. Drinking Room, Spring and Reading Room, Berkeley Springs, Morgan County, W. Va.

IDNO:: 014110
Title:: Drinking Room, Spring and Reading Room, Berkeley Springs, Morgan County, W. Va.

'Warm Spring Range, looking South. Mount Wesley and High Schools are present.'

29. Warm Spring Range, Morgan County, W. Va.

IDNO:: 014111
Title:: Warm Spring Range, Morgan County, W. Va.
Description:: 'Warm Spring Range, looking South. Mount Wesley and High Schools are present.'

30. Castle at Berkeley Springs, Morgan County, W. Va.

IDNO:: 014112
Title:: Castle at Berkeley Springs, Morgan County, W. Va.
Date:: ca. 1937

'Panorama view from Lover's Leap, on State Route 38 between Berkeley Springs, W. Va. and Hancock, Maryland. Three states are included in this Panorama: Maryland, Pennsylvania and West Virignia. Left to right photo includes: on Maryland side, Western Maryland Railroad; Chesapeak and Ohio Canal, now owned by the government, spans a scenic highway in the old canal basin; Town of Hancock Md. in background, Mt. ranges beyond town are in Pennsylvania; Potomac River in center. On W. Va. side: Main Line B&O RailRoad, Pa. Glass Sand Co. Pant; sand and stone formation to right is part of Lover's Leap.'

31. Tri-State View From Lovers Leap Near Berkeley Springs, Morgan County, W. Va.

IDNO:: 014113
Title:: Tri-State View From Lovers Leap Near Berkeley Springs, Morgan County, W. Va.
Date:: ca. 1920-1935
Description:: 'Panorama view from Lover's Leap, on State Route 38 between Berkeley Springs, W. Va. and Hancock, Maryland. Three states are included in this Panorama: Maryland, Pennsylvania and West Virignia. Left to right photo includes: on Maryland side, Western Maryland Railroad; Chesapeak and Ohio Canal, now owned by the government, spans a scenic highway in the old canal basin; Town of Hancock Md. in background, Mt. ranges beyond town are in Pennsylvania; Potomac River in center. On W. Va. side: Main Line B&O RailRoad, Pa. Glass Sand Co. Pant; sand and stone formation to right is part of Lover's Leap.'