Series XI: Salem and New Castle Turnpike Company Minute Book, 1839-1840

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1 volume

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Historical Information:The Salem and New Castle Turnpike was officially created by the General Assembly on April 6, 1838. Originally, the turnpike road ran from Salem in Botetourt County, by New Castle, to a point on the Sweet Springs Turnpike at or near the base of Price's mountain.

Scope and Content:Salem and New Castle Turnpike Company Minute Book, 1839-1840, records individual stock subscriptions. Additional minutes record meetings to elect the president & directors of the company as well as officers such as the secretary and treasurer. Also noted in the minutes are payments made to the firms constructing the two sections of the road.

Physical location:

State Records Center

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