Milton in Caswell County, North Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
Commercial Row East
early - to mid - 19th century
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5. F.B. Jones General Merchandise
Purchased from the estate of Thomas James Jones, tinsmith, his father. There is a working elevator in the rear from early 20th century.
6. Bowers Butcher Shop
Also owned by F.B. Jones and used as additional space.
7. R.L. Dixon Drugstore
Unusual and elaborate shelving on both sides.
8. J.J. Lipscomb and Sons General Merchandise
Known for penny candy in glass dishes and a place to find almost anything. Operated by "Charlie" and "Tiddlywinks" Lipscomb.
9. Theater
Now burned out remains. Building was once the Ferguson residence.
Erected by The Milton Preservation and Beautification Society.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Entertainment • Industry & Commerce • Science & Medicine.
Location. 36° 32.318′ N, 79° 12.276′ W. Marker is in Milton, North Carolina, in Caswell County. It is on North Carolina 57 (State Highway 57) just east of Leas Street, on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 245 Broad St, Milton
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Regionally, this marker is in North Carolina’s Piedmont. It is also in the American South and specifically in the Upper South. 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, one of the original Thirteen Colonies, 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: Commercial Row West (here, next to this marker); Site of Milton Hotel (within shouting distance of this marker); The Oliver House (within shouting distance of this marker); The Franklin B. Jones Homeplace (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Friou-Hurdle House (about 300 feet away); Milton State Bank (about 400 feet away); Milton Batteaux, Boatmen, Hogsheads and Coopers (about 400 feet away); Thomas Day (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Milton.
Credits. This page was last revised on April 23, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 25, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 344 times since then and 22 times this year. Last updated on April 22, 2023, by Michael Buckner of Durham, North Carolina. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 25, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.
