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| | official_name = Anmoore, West Virginia | | official_name = Anmoore, West Virginia | ||
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| | population_est = 508 | | population_est = 508 | ||
| | pop_est_as_of = 2021 | | pop_est_as_of = 2021 | ||
| | population_footnotes = <ref name="USCensusEst2020-2021">{{cite web |
| population_footnotes = <ref name="USCensusEst2020-2021">{{cite web |title=City and Town Population Totals: 2020-2021 |url=https://www.census.gov/data/tables/time-series/demo/popest/2020s-total-cities-and-towns.html |website=Census.gov |publisher=United States Census Bureau |access-date=July 2, 2022}}</ref> | ||
| | population_total = 514 | | population_total = 514 | ||
| | population_density_km2 = 268.17 | | population_density_km2 = 268.17 | ||
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| | area_code = ] | | area_code = ] | ||
| | blank_name = ] | | blank_name = ] | ||
| | blank_info = 54-01900<ref name="GR2">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov |publisher=] |access-date= |
| blank_info = 54-01900<ref name="GR2">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov |publisher=] |access-date=January 31, 2008 |title=U.S. Census website }}</ref> | ||
| | blank1_name = ] feature ID | | blank1_name = ] feature ID | ||
| | blank1_info = 1534961<ref name="GR3">{{cite web|url=http://geonames.usgs.gov|access-date= |
| blank1_info = 1534961<ref name="GR3">{{cite web|url=http://geonames.usgs.gov|access-date=January 31, 2008|title=US Board on Geographic Names|publisher=]|date=October 25, 2007}}</ref> | ||
| | website = https://www.anmoorewv.com/ | | website = https://www.anmoorewv.com/ | ||
| | footnotes = | | footnotes = | ||
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| ==Geography== | ==Geography== | ||
| Anmoore is located at {{coord|39|15|30|N|80|17|17|W|type:city}} (39.258328, -80.287987).<ref name="GR1">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html|publisher=]|access-date= |
Anmoore is located at {{coord|39|15|30|N|80|17|17|W|type:city}} (39.258328, -80.287987).<ref name="GR1">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html|publisher=]|access-date=April 23, 2011|date=February 12, 2011|title=US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990}}</ref> | ||
| According to the ], the town has a total area of {{convert|1.06|sqmi|sqkm|2}}, all land.<ref name="Gazetteer files">{{cite web|title=US Gazetteer files 2010 |url=https://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt |publisher=] |access-date= |
According to the ], the town has a total area of {{convert|1.06|sqmi|sqkm|2}}, all land.<ref name="Gazetteer files">{{cite web|title=US Gazetteer files 2010 |url=https://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt |publisher=] |access-date=January 24, 2013 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120125061959/http://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/files/Gaz_places_national.txt |archive-date=January 25, 2012 }}</ref> | ||
| ==History== | ==History== | ||
| The community was first settled by Andrew Cottrill ( |
The community was first settled by Andrew Cottrill (1736–1781) in 1772. | ||
| In 1903, 453 acres were purchased to create the Steelton Addition to the city of ] and representatives of the Cleveland, Ohio based Grasselli Chemical company agreed to locate a plant on the property.<ref>{{cite news |title=Work Has Started on Gigantic Manufactory at Steelton! |url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/837768472/?clipping_id=112989064&fcfToken=eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJmcmVlLXZpZXctaWQiOjgzNzc2ODQ3MiwiaWF0IjoxNjcwNjI5NDcwLCJleHAiOjE2NzA3MTU4NzB9.fsO2wYowOt_GwusLkxza3wFvossoMornOnvkbaix3uo |access-date= |
In 1903, 453 acres were purchased to create the Steelton Addition to the city of ] and representatives of the Cleveland, Ohio based Grasselli Chemical company agreed to locate a plant on the property.<ref>{{cite news |title=Work Has Started on Gigantic Manufactory at Steelton! |url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/837768472/?clipping_id=112989064&fcfToken=eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJmcmVlLXZpZXctaWQiOjgzNzc2ODQ3MiwiaWF0IjoxNjcwNjI5NDcwLCJleHAiOjE2NzA3MTU4NzB9.fsO2wYowOt_GwusLkxza3wFvossoMornOnvkbaix3uo |access-date=December 9, 2022 |work=The Daily Telegram |date=August 20, 1903 |location=Clarksburg, West Virginia |page=1}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=Work Started on Steelton's Gigantic Manufactory |url=https://www.newspapers.com/clip/18838247/work-started-on-steeltons-gigantic/ |access-date=December 9, 2022 |work=The Clarksburg Telegram |date=August 21, 1903 |location=Clarksburg, West Virginia}}</ref> In May 1904, operations began at the first unit of the chemical plant employing 50.<ref>{{cite news |title=Zinc |url=https://www.newspapers.com/clip/112989165/operations-begin-in-grasselli/ |access-date=December 9, 2022 |work=The Daily Telegram |date=May 11, 1904 |location=Clarksburg, West Virginia |page=1}}</ref> In June 1904, plans were developed to construct houses to rent to plant employees.<ref>{{cite news |title=Cottages to be Built |url=https://www.newspapers.com/clip/112989209/cottages-to-be-built/ |access-date=December 9, 2022 |work=The Clarksburg Telegram |date=June 3, 1904 |location=Clarksburg, West Virginia |page=11}}</ref> Many of the workers were immigrants from ].<ref>{{cite news |title=New Document: Spain's Lost Children in West Virginia (1916), Part One. |url=https://tracesofspainintheus.org/2014/04/27/new-document-spains-lost-children-in-west-virginia-1916-part-one/ |access-date=December 9, 2022 |work=Spanish Immigrants in the United States |date=April 27, 2014}}</ref> | ||
| In 1917, a post office was established and given the name of Anmoore.<ref>{{cite news |title=Washington News of Interest to West Va. |url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/819122589/?terms=anmoore&match=1&clipping_id=114375994 |access-date= |
In 1917, a post office was established and given the name of Anmoore.<ref>{{cite news |title=Washington News of Interest to West Va. |url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/819122589/?terms=anmoore&match=1&clipping_id=114375994 |access-date=December 9, 2022 |work=The Wheeling Intelligencer |date=July 12, 1917 |location=Wheeling, West Virginia |page=4}}</ref> | ||
| In December 1950, the city was incorporated and Victor Gonzalez was elected the first mayor.<ref>{{cite news |title=Gonzalez Wins First Election at Anmoore |work=The Charleston Daily Mail |date= |
In December 1950, the city was incorporated and Victor Gonzalez was elected the first mayor.<ref>{{cite news |title=Gonzalez Wins First Election at Anmoore |work=The Charleston Daily Mail |date=December 20, 1950 |location=Charleston, West Virginia |page=2}}</ref> | ||
| ==Demographics== | ==Demographics== | ||
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| ===2010 census=== | ===2010 census=== | ||
| As of the ]<ref name ="wwwcensusgov">{{cite web|title=U.S. Census website|url=https://www.census.gov|publisher=]|access-date= |
As of the ]<ref name ="wwwcensusgov">{{cite web|title=U.S. Census website|url=https://www.census.gov|publisher=]|access-date=January 24, 2013}}</ref> of 2010, there were 770 people, 303 households, and 197 families living in the town. The ] was {{convert|726.4|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|1}}. There were 343 housing units at an average density of {{convert|323.6|/sqmi|/km2|1}}. The racial makeup of the town was 97.0% ], 1.3% ], 0.4% ], 0.4% ], and 0.9% from two or more races. ] or ] of any race were 1.7% of the population. | ||
| There were 303 households, of which 38.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 39.3% were ] living together, 21.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.0% were non-families. 29.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 3.17. | There were 303 households, of which 38.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 39.3% were ] living together, 21.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.0% were non-families. 29.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 3.17. | ||
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| ==Notable People== | ==Notable People== | ||
| *], baseball player who pitched in parts of four seasons in the major leagues | *], baseball player who pitched in parts of four seasons in the major leagues | ||
| *Sam Fernandez, football player and coach for the ].<ref>{{cite news |title=Fernandez Will Be Charleston Coach |url=https://www.newspapers.com/clip/114377242/fernandez-will-be-charleston-coach/ |access-date= |
*Sam Fernandez, football player and coach for the ].<ref>{{cite news |title=Fernandez Will Be Charleston Coach |url=https://www.newspapers.com/clip/114377242/fernandez-will-be-charleston-coach/ |access-date=December 9, 2022 |work=The Beckley Post-Herald |date=June 6, 1965 |location=Beckley, West Virginia |page=20}}</ref> | ||
| ==References== | ==References== | ||
Latest revision as of 06:25, 29 December 2024
For the community in British Columbia, Canada, see Anmore.Town in West Virginia, United States
| Anmoore, West Virginia | |
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 Location of Anmoore in Harrison County, West Virginia. | |
| Coordinates: 39°15′30″N 80°17′17″W / 39.25833°N 80.28806°W / 39.25833; -80.28806 | |
| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Harrison |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | P. Eddie Hardman |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.06 sq mi (2.74 km) |
| • Land | 1.06 sq mi (2.74 km) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km) |
| Elevation | 1,014 ft (309 m) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 514 |
| • Estimate | 508 |
| • Density | 694.42/sq mi (268.17/km) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code | 26323 |
| Area code | 304 |
| FIPS code | 54-01900 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1534961 |
| Website | https://www.anmoorewv.com/ |
Anmoore is a town in Harrison County, West Virginia, United States. It is located at the intersection of WV 58 and Interstate 79. The population was 514 at the 2020 census.
The town derives its name from nearby Ann Moore Run.
Geography
Anmoore is located at 39°15′30″N 80°17′17″W / 39.25833°N 80.28806°W / 39.25833; -80.28806 (39.258328, -80.287987).
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 1.06 square miles (2.75 km), all land.
History
The community was first settled by Andrew Cottrill (1736–1781) in 1772.
In 1903, 453 acres were purchased to create the Steelton Addition to the city of Clarksburg and representatives of the Cleveland, Ohio based Grasselli Chemical company agreed to locate a plant on the property. In May 1904, operations began at the first unit of the chemical plant employing 50. In June 1904, plans were developed to construct houses to rent to plant employees. Many of the workers were immigrants from Asturias, Spain. In 1917, a post office was established and given the name of Anmoore. In December 1950, the city was incorporated and Victor Gonzalez was elected the first mayor.
Demographics
| Census | Pop. | Note | %± |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 1,050 | — | |
| 1970 | 944 | −10.1% | |
| 1980 | 865 | −8.4% | |
| 1990 | 686 | −20.7% | |
| 2000 | 685 | −0.1% | |
| 2010 | 770 | 12.4% | |
| 2020 | 514 | −33.2% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 508 | −1.2% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 770 people, 303 households, and 197 families living in the town. The population density was 726.4 inhabitants per square mile (280.5/km). There were 343 housing units at an average density of 323.6 per square mile (124.9/km). The racial makeup of the town was 97.0% White, 1.3% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.4% Asian, and 0.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.7% of the population.
There were 303 households, of which 38.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 39.3% were married couples living together, 21.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.6% had a male householder with no wife present, and 35.0% were non-families. 29.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 3.17.
The median age in the town was 32 years. 27.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 10.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 27.2% were from 25 to 44; 23.3% were from 45 to 64; and 11% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 46.4% male and 53.6% female.
2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 685 people, 270 households, and 186 families living in the town. The population density was 641.1 inhabitants per square mile (247.2/km). There were 325 housing units at an average density of 304.2 per square mile (117.3/km). The racial makeup of the town was 97.08% White, 1.17% African American, 0.15% Native American, 0.88% Asian, and 0.73% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.50% of the population.
There were 270 households, out of which 31.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.6% were married couples living together, 13.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.1% were non-families. 25.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 3.10.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 24.8% under the age of 18, 11.1% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 21.2% from 45 to 64, and 14.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.9 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $25,000, and the median income for a family was $26,705. Males had a median income of $22,500 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the town was $10,948. About 23.0% of families and 27.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 39.6% of those under age 18 and 5.9% of those age 65 or over.
Notable People
- Ken Ash, baseball player who pitched in parts of four seasons in the major leagues
- Sam Fernandez, football player and coach for the Charleston Rockets.
References
- "2019 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved August 7, 2020.
- ^ "City and Town Population Totals: 2020-2021". Census.gov. United States Census Bureau. Retrieved July 2, 2022.
- ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
- "US Board on Geographic Names". United States Geological Survey. October 25, 2007. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
- Kenny, Hamill (1945). West Virginia Place Names: Their Origin and Meaning, Including the Nomenclature of the Streams and Mountains. Piedmont, WV: The Place Name Press. p. 80.
- "US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990". United States Census Bureau. February 12, 2011. Retrieved April 23, 2011.
- "US Gazetteer files 2010". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on January 25, 2012. Retrieved January 24, 2013.
- "Work Has Started on Gigantic Manufactory at Steelton!". The Daily Telegram. Clarksburg, West Virginia. August 20, 1903. p. 1. Retrieved December 9, 2022.
- "Work Started on Steelton's Gigantic Manufactory". The Clarksburg Telegram. Clarksburg, West Virginia. August 21, 1903. Retrieved December 9, 2022.
- "Zinc". The Daily Telegram. Clarksburg, West Virginia. May 11, 1904. p. 1. Retrieved December 9, 2022.
- "Cottages to be Built". The Clarksburg Telegram. Clarksburg, West Virginia. June 3, 1904. p. 11. Retrieved December 9, 2022.
- "New Document: Spain's Lost Children in West Virginia (1916), Part One". Spanish Immigrants in the United States. April 27, 2014. Retrieved December 9, 2022.
- "Washington News of Interest to West Va". The Wheeling Intelligencer. Wheeling, West Virginia. July 12, 1917. p. 4. Retrieved December 9, 2022.
- "Gonzalez Wins First Election at Anmoore". The Charleston Daily Mail. Charleston, West Virginia. December 20, 1950. p. 2.
- "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2015.
- "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 24, 2013.
- "Fernandez Will Be Charleston Coach". The Beckley Post-Herald. Beckley, West Virginia. June 6, 1965. p. 20. Retrieved December 9, 2022.
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