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Old Hollis Building

San Augustine, San Augustine County

Marker Text

Built 1889 by I. H. Hollis. Succeeded the imposing home ("Yellow House") of John P. Border, merchant. Also on site was office of K. L. Anderson, last vice president of Republic. This structure escaped the great fire, 1890. Has housed many businesses, including post office, 1911. (1968)

Marker Details

Address E. Columbia St.
Location Description southwest corner of Columbia and Montgomery streets, marker faces Columbia Street
Marker # 7617
Dedicated 1968
Size, Type 14" x 24"
Code markets, merchantiles
Latitude, Longitude 31.530368, -94.109628

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