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06002.DL – The Tap Room. Shirley Rideoutt and Calvin Walker are pictured in front of Payne’s Tap Room on South West Street, Charles Town, WV. This was a favorite hangout for young adults. Payne’s Hotel was located above the Tap Room. Payne’s Hotel was owned by William and Lavinia Payne. William Payne was a veteran and a charter member of Green-Copeland American Legion Post #63 which was chartered September 17, 1929 in Charles Town, WV.