Circa 1900 Victorian-Era Handyman Special in Wheeling, WV $44K – Tragic Family Story
OHU50K Notes. $54,000 Reduced to $49,000 Reduced to $44,000
This Victorian-era handyman special was built with quality materials back around 1900. The house needs work. but still retains many vintage elements, including a showstopper rock fireplace. A very sad family history is attached to the home which you may read below.
Agent Comments
This handyman special home is so full of character and charm. Original Hardwood Floors are amazing. There is plenty of space for someone to get creative. The third floor could easily be finished for another bedroom, office or playroom. Location is perfect! The Stadium, Wheeling Island Casino, Restaurants and Schools are all walking distance. You could make this your home or easily rent. The backyard is level and fenced but could also be converted in extra parking or driveway. This home has endless possibilities, just waiting for your love and attention…….. Come & See for yourself Today! Listing
- 3bed
- 1.5bath
If interested in a property, please contact the realtor whose link is provided in the post below, or contact an agent of your own choosing. Independent verification of details and status is recommended.
530 S Penn St, Wheeling, WV 26003. $54,000 Reduced to $44,000
Contact Realtor: Paull Associates
Family History
Both the Moore and Wunschel families resided in this home in the early 1900s. Widower William Moore, a well-known real estate agent with H.F. Jones, owned the home and shared it with his adult daughters, Sarah and Fay Moore (both dressmakers), married widowed daughter Clementine Wunschel and young granddaughter Marjorie Moore Wunschel.
The Accident
On July 6, 1916, Fay and Marjorie crossed the trolly car tracks apparently without looking. Although the motorman immediately applied the brakes, Fay and her seven-year-old niece, Marjorie, were caught under the trolley. As the little girl cried for her mother (not at the scene), jacks were used to raise the trolly to extricate the pair. Fay’s legs, however, had been cut off in two places and she died in the ambulance.
Little Marjorie sustained life-threatening injuries, but doctors had entertained hopes of her recovery. Sadly, Marjorie died the next day. Funeral services were held in the home.
07 July 1916. Wheeling Intelligencer
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