Early Site of Dr. Logue's Drugstore
Known as first drugstore in Republic of Texas. Founded 1844 by Dr. John G. Logue (1815-1861), who came here after graduation (1842) from Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia. A partner of his for a time was Dr. John H. Bowers, physician (1836) to captive dictator Santa Anna. Store has had a succession of owners. One, Dr. R.H. Harrison, founded city's railway hospital. Later owners Weller & Burford served trade area extending to Gonzales and Bastrop. O.A. Zumwalt (1870-1951) was proprietor for 48 years.
The store, operated on various sites, is now on Bowie Street. (1973)
29.7055° N, 96.5391° W
Where to Find It
Colorado County Annex, NE corner Spring and Travis streets
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi E Stage Lines Through Columbus Columbus
- <0.1 mi W Tumlinson Family Columbus
- <0.1 mi N Columbus Oak Columbus
- <0.1 mi NW 1890 Cornerstone Ceremony Columbus
- <0.1 mi W The Rangers of Austin's Colony Columbus
- <0.1 mi N District Court Tree Columbus