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The Mystery Hole is:
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Where was the last public execution in West Virginia?
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When was the last public execution in West Virginia?
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In 1993, two members of this organization were murdered in Pocahontas County.
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Who supposedly led the 1888 New Year's Day arson attack on the McCoy family cabin?
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This underworld society of Italian immigrants was known to extort other Italian immigrants in West Virginia in the early 20th century.
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According to legend, which criminals robbed the Bank of Huntington of $20,000 in 1875?
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Which of the following was NOT a noted feud in West Virginia?
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During what event was a Morgantown tax collector intimidated into resigning and the Ohio County excise officer attacked?
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What place in Mingo County has been described as a "notorious ambush site" where various unsolved crimes have occurred?
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