Wampler, Charles W., 1915-

The Wampler family has been one of the most influential families in the Rockingham County, Va. area. John Wampler and family, members of the German Baptist Brethren, now Church of the Brethren, moved from Pennsylvania to the Timberville area of the county about 1811. In 1871, John Wampler III purchased a farm in Dayton, known as Sunny Slope. His son, Charles W., began various agricultural experiments, particularly in poultry raising, becoming one of the earliest farmers to hatch eggs in incubators. He served as the first Rockingham County Extension Agent and in 1927 with two brothers, founded the Wampler Feed and Seed Company. His son Charles Jr., born in 1915, continued and furthered the family's business ventures and community endeavors, including serving in the Va. House of Delegates from 1954-1966. [from Finding Aid]

From the description of Collection, 1798-1962. (James Madison University Libraries). WorldCat record id: 43648655

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