Canonsburg in Washington County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Budke House
Photographed By Bradley Owen, May 17, 2022
1. Budke House Marker
This home was built in 1895 by Canonsburg industrialist John Budke, 1852-1914. Budke became manager and later the owner of Canonsburg's first major industry. Canonsburg Iron and Steel Company, commonly known as the Budke Mill. He was a pioneer in the Washington County gas fields, drilling the first gas well on mill property in 1905. He managed Canonsburg Light and Fuel Company, which supplied Canonsburg & Morganza with gas. He served in the Pennsylvania State Senate, 1899-1902.
In memory of Alex & Estella Warcholak
Erected by Jefferson College Historical Society.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1895.
Location. 40° 15.486′ N, 80° 11.47′ W. Marker is in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, in Washington County. Marker is on West Pike Street east of Iron Street, on the left when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 159 West Pike Street, Canonsburg PA 15317, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. 121 Belmont Avenue (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Watson's Corner (approx. ¼ mile away); Briceland's Tavern (approx. ¼ mile away); Canon's Mill (approx. ¼ mile away); Emery's Tavern
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Photographed By Bradley Owen, May 17, 2022
2. Budke House and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on May 23, 2022. It was originally submitted on May 20, 2022, by Bradley Owen of Morgantown, West Virginia. This page has been viewed 232 times since then and 50 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 20, 2022, by Bradley Owen of Morgantown, West Virginia. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
