Clifton in Fairfax County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
Southard
1904
Photographed By Allen C. Browne, November 15, 2017
1. Southard Marker
In December 1904, this home on Dell Avenue's “Lot No. 1” was one of six houses put up on the just-named street. Purchased by O.C. Southard, railway mail clerk, it was built as part of a partnership between R.M. Kivett and the Buckley Brothers (Robert and Daniel). For over 70 years (1945 - 2016), it was home to Clifton's longest family - in - residence: Jesse and Nellie Fairfax, and three generations of Descendants.Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Communications • Railroads & Streetcars. In addition, it is included in the Postal Mail and Philately series list.
Location. 38° 46.679′ N, 77° 23.116′ W. Marker is in Clifton, Virginia, in Fairfax County. Marker is on Dell Avenue east of Main Street, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 7219 Dell Avenue, Clifton VA 20124, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Fairfax Herald (a few steps from this marker); Fulmer Brill House (within shouting distance of this marker); Davis Buckley House (about 300 feet away,
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Photographed By Allen C. Browne, November 15, 2017
2. Southard Marker
Photographed By Allen C. Browne, November 15, 2017
3. Southard
Photographed By Allen C. Browne, November 15, 2017
4. Southard
Credits. This page was last revised on August 10, 2020. It was originally submitted on February 28, 2018, by Allen C. Browne of Silver Spring, Maryland. This page has been viewed 150 times since then and 5 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on February 28, 2018, by Allen C. Browne of Silver Spring, Maryland. 4. submitted on March 2, 2018, by Allen C. Browne of Silver Spring, Maryland. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
