What is the local history of Welch?

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The Glass Castle

What is the local history of Welch?

Reading on page 133-135 about the family exploring the city but I never really came across where Jeannette explain the history in her book.. or am I missing something?

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Asked by randall s #335586 on 9/29/2013 9:25 AM

Last updated by Aslan on 9/29/2013 9:57 AM

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Answered by Aslan on 9/29/2013 9:57 AM

I seem to recall that she describes Welch, West Virginia as a place of racial tension. There was much bigotry against blacks. Rex tells Jeanette about aviation history and the life of Mr. Yeager (broke sound barrier) who came from the town.

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