Bethany, WV. Graduated from Bethany High School, May 1958. Oldest college in WV is located here, Bethany College founded in 1840. Main Street, Chambers General Store (3 pillars), previous College Inn to the right. Street next to the College Inn goes up to Bethany High School, now used by Bethany College for Education Majors. Bethany College was started by Alexander Campbell, founder of the Disciples of Christ Church.