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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 11, 1928

Page

9

History of Pomeroy Bend Span Concludes Trail Milestone

The article outlines the completion of the Blue and Gray Trail segment from Detroit to Miami via Pomeroy. It credits local effort, naming the Menga County project, the Ebersbach Construction Company, and Ripley as key to finishing the span and bridge. The route connects White Springs to Hot Springs and ends at tidewater, highlighting strategic valley and mountain crossings.

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Beauty Spots Along Ohio River's Half Circle View

The Pomeroy Bend area linking Pomeroy and Middleport Ohio with Mason West Virginia sits in a valley of low mountains along the Ohio River. A new bridge offers striking views of the river’s half cycle and the surrounding autumn scenery likely to attract motorists during Armistice Day weekend trips and holidays.

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Ohio Valley Bridge Story and Scenic River Route

A detailed narrative chronicles the Pomeroy Mason Bridge project linking Pomeroy and Mason West Virginia, highlighting its 1,186 foot cantilever span and 1,185 foot river channel span. It notes the scenic Columbus Charleston Highway route, past Kes Run and Brinker Hollow, with a history of construction, bids, and local leadership led by W A Compton.

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