Covington in St. Tammany Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)
Bicentennial Covington #1
Historical Point of View
Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, September 14, 2018
1. Bicentennial Covington #1 Marker
In 1907, Guido Alexius and his sons Alfred, Cintio and John, founded Alexius Brothers and Company; and later his son Horace joined in the business. In 1915, this landmark establishment, originally a gym, was purchased. Later in the 20th century, Guido's grandsons G.C. and Haller Alexius operated the hardware store at this location until 1985. In addition, portions of the land were donated by the Alexius family for the construction of the Covington Trailhead.
The Old Railroad Depot- The original depot faced New Hampshire Street with a passenger and freight terminal facing east. During the mid-1900s, the depot was moved one block to the present site (now a restaurant). The St. Tammany Special line left New Orleans at 4:30 p.m. and arrived in Covington at 6:15 p.m. It would leave Covington at 6:45 a.m. and arrive in New Orleans at 8:30 a.m. daily. This train was composed of elegant coaches and contained parlor buffet cars.
Erected 2013 by City of Covington.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Railroads & Streetcars • Settlements & Settlers.
Location. 30° 28.659′ N, 90° 5.777′ W. Marker is in Covington, Louisiana, in St. Tammany Parish
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Ronald Wilson Reagan (a few steps from this marker); Doodlebug (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Public "Ox Lot" Parking (about 300 feet away); Reconstruction Period (about 400 feet away); Covington (about 600 feet away); H.J. Smith and Sons Hardware and Museum (about 700 feet away); Courthouse Square and Historic Oaks (about 800 feet away); The Southern Hotel (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Covington.
Photographed By Cajun Scrambler, September 14, 2018
2. Bicentennial Covington #1 Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on April 8, 2024. It was originally submitted on September 29, 2018, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana. This page has been viewed 233 times since then and 26 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 29, 2018.
