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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMEVH_the-pemberton-house_Columbus-GA.html
Dr. John Styth Pemberton, originator of the formula for Coca-Cola, lived in this regional cottage from 1855-1860, during which time he was a practicing pharmacist in Columbus. This house is dedicated to his memory by The Coca-Cola Company, and is …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMEV5_leonard-spring_Columbus-GA.html
In 1839 citizens first called for the development of a water works system. On this site is located the original source of water for drinking and general household use for Columbus. Beginning in 1844, Leonard Spring, with a discharge of 200,000 gal…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMET9_mildred-l-terry-branch-library_Columbus-GA.html
The first public library for African Americans in segregated Columbus, the Colored/Fourth Avenue Library, opened on January 5, 1953. The existence ofthis facility resulted from covenants and restrictions barring the use of the city's new public li…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMET8_radcliff-school_Columbus-GA.html
In the fall of 1914 Radcliff School was organized in Allen Temple A.M.E. Church. At that time it was known as Wynnton Hill School. J. L. Bond was principal and the first head teacher was Mrs. S. A. Cody. When the building burned, the school was re…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMET7_the-folly_Columbus-GA.html
A dwelling has existed at 527 First Avenue since 1831 when Alfred Iverson wed Julia Forsyth, daughter of Georgia Governor John Forsyth. Elected to Congress in 1846, Iverson served in the Senate until Georgia seceded from the Union. Two sons served…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMESD_fit-for-man-and-beast_Columbus-GA.html
This watering fountain at Broadway and 10th Street represents the last one of several located in each block down Broadway. It is Columbus' oldest public fountain, dating back to the earliest days of the city. Called the Man and Beast fountain, it …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMEMS_victory-drive_Columbus-GA.html
On August 15, 1945, celebrating the surrender of Japan which ended World War II, the Muscogee County Commission unanimously voted to rename the boulevard extending from Columbus to Fort Benning as Victory Drive. Commissioner L.R. Aldridge stated, …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMBNZ_the-elms_Columbus-GA.html
In 1844, Lambert Spencer built a simple Greek Revival home detailed with Doric columns and acanthus leaves. In 1868, Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Bowers enlarged and beautified the home. Mr. Bowers added two hexagonal wings and hired an itinerant painter to…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMBNQ_samuel-cooper_Columbus-GA.html
Born in Maryland, Cooper served in the South Carolina Militia during the American Revolution and participated in battles at Brandywine, Germantown and Stony Point. After the War he moved to Putnam County, Georgia and later to Muscogee County where…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMBNN_birthplace-of-robert-winship-woodruff_Columbus-GA.html
Son of Ernest and Emily Winship Woodruff. Honored citizen, noted industrialist and philanthropist, a Georgian of universal friendships and acclaim. Through his vision and leadership the product "Coca-Cola" became the world's refreshment.1414 Secon…