The "Red Lander" Office
Site of
The "Red Lander" Office
One of the most influential newspapers in the Republic of Texas during the 1840s.
W. W. Parker bought equipment of "Texas Chronicle," Galveston, and brought it here in 1837. He published the "Red Lander" for three years. Dr. John S. "Rip" Ford, the celebrated journalist, Texas Ranger, and Confederate officer was on the staff.
Alanson W. Canfield bought the paper June 12, 1840. Published a comprehensive weekly journal of wide circulation until 1853.
Later, papers in other cities gained in prestige; this led to demise of the "Red Lander," 1861.
Erected 1968 by State Historical Survey Committee. (Marker Number 7633.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce.
Location. 31° 31.829′ N, 94° 6.571′ W. Marker is in San Augustine, Texas, in San Augustine County. It is on East Columbia Street (Loop Highway 457) west of North Montgomery Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 129 E Columbia Street, San Augustine TX 75972, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the American South, specifically in the Deep South, and in the Piney Woods. Globally, it is in North America, a Gulf of Mexico state, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, the Republic of Texas, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Sam Houston in San Augustine (a few steps from this marker); Old Hollis Building (a few
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