Guthrie in Logan County, Oklahoma — The American South (West South Central)

Oklahoma Building

Photographed by Mark Hilton, October 22, 2019

1. Oklahoma Building Marker

Inscription. After successful settlement of rival claim to the lots by one Xenophon Fitzgerald, the Logan County Investment Co. built this imposing structure in 1901, financed by St. Louis, Missouri investors who foresaw a solid future for the town and territory.

Immediately upon completion, its ground floor was occupied by the Logan County Bank. Its upper floor was leased to the Territory for offices of the last Territorial Governors: Jenkins, Grimes, Ferguson, and Frantz. A basement stable for horses and carriages of tenants was provided, forerunner of today's parking garages.

Erected 1980 by the Donald W. Reynolds Foundation.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1901.

Location. 35° 52.687′ N, 97° 25.513′ W. Marker is in Guthrie, Oklahoma, in Logan County. It is at the intersection of East Columbia and North Division Street, on the left when traveling east on East Columbia. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 102 East Columbia, Guthrie OK 73044, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally,

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this marker is in Central Oklahoma — Frontier Country

and in Greater Oklahoma City.

It is also in the American South,

specifically on the prairies,

and on the Southern Plains.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture

and also the Louisiana Purchase.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Gray Bros. Building (within shouting distance of this marker); De Steiguer Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Smith’s 2-Story Privy (within shouting distance of this marker); First City Hall (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Brooks Opera House (about 400 feet away); Guthrie National Bank (about 500 feet away); Land Office (about 500 feet away); Rough Riders (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Guthrie.

Photographed by Mark Hilton, October 22, 2019

2. Oklahoma Building & Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on October 23, 2019. It was originally submitted on October 22, 2019, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama. This page has been viewed 338 times since then and 15 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 22, 2019, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama.