On This Day
in West Virginia History...

Jennings Randolph speaking at the West Virginia State Democratic Convention on August 19, 1972.
A poster of George McGovern is on the wall behind him.

Presidential candidate George McGovern campaigned in Huntington on September 17, 1972.

Learn more:
Presidential Candidate George McGovern in Huntington
"McGovern Says He'll Win Uphill Campaign"
"Marshall Welcomes 'Youth Candidate'"
"Police Reaction To Senator's Visit Simple: Anxiety"
McGovern/Shriver Bumper Sticker (Jennings Randolph Collection)
Document-Based Questions

On This Day in West Virginia History: September