The Austin Statesman
Begun as the "Democratic Statesman" in 1871 by the Democratic Party, in opposition to radical Reconstruction government in Texas. Quickly passed into private ownership popular first editor was attorney John Cardwell. Published daily since 1873, paper merged with "Austin American" in 1924. (1970)
30.2592° N, 97.7450° W
Where to Find It
Met Center Bldg A, 8000 Metropolis Dr., Austin
Nearby Markers
- 0.2 mi NE Grinninger Fence Austin
- 0.2 mi N Austin, C.S.A. Austin
- 0.3 mi N Congress Avenue Austin
- 0.4 mi SW Texas School for the Deaf Austin
- 0.4 mi NE F. Weigl Iron Works Austin
- 0.4 mi N H&TC and I&GN Depots Austin