Humboldt in Gibson County, Tennessee — The American South (East South Central)

1414 Main Street

Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, March 20, 2022

1. 1414 Main Street Marker

Inscription. This one-story building was built circa 1900. It was first used as a laundry and dry cleaners. In 1905 a bakery was operating at this location. J.A. McAlister, Sr. operated his radio repair store - Humboldt Electric Shop - in this building from 1921-1953. Christmas & Wever opened a store at this location. Mr. John Wever sold his interest to Mr. Charlie Christmas and opened a store on south 14th Avenue. Its current owner is James Senter's law practice.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1900.

Location. 35° 49.186′ N, 88° 54.99′ W. Marker is in Humboldt, Tennessee, in Gibson County. Marker is on West Main Street (U.S. 70A/79) west of South Central Avenue, on the left when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1414 W Main St, Humboldt TN 38343, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. 1408 Main Street (a few steps from this marker); 1404-1406 Main Street (within shouting distance of this marker); 1402 Main Street (within shouting distance of this marker); 1400 Main Street (within shouting distance of this marker); 1401 Main Street (within shouting distance of this marker); 1321 Main Street

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(about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); 1319 Main Street (about 300 feet away); 1317 Main Street (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Humboldt.

Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, March 20, 2022

2. 1414 Main Street Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on March 25, 2022. It was originally submitted on March 24, 2022, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 106 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 24, 2022, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.