Palestine in Anderson County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
I & GN Hospital and Nurses' Quarters
Photographed By James Hulse, April 25, 2024
1. I & GN Hospital and Nurses' Quarters Marker
In 1920 the frame structures were razed and replaced with a new brick hospital building. In addition to patient rooms, the institution included a pharmacy, laboratories, medical clinic, and emergency room with ambulance service. An adjacent two-story nurses' quarters building was added to the site in 1925.
Designed by prominent Houston architect Alfred C. Finn, both buildings exhibit elements of Georgian Revival style architecture. Prominent features of the hospital include its raised basement, central bay, and ornate Georgian portico. The nurses' quarters features an offset classical portico and hipped roof.
The Missouri-Pacific Railroad took over the I&GN lines in the 1930s, and after that time the institution was known as the Missouri-Pacific Lines Hospital Association. The hospital continued to operate until 1970. The buildings stand as reminders of the railroad's impact on the city of Palestine.
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Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Railroads & Streetcars • Science & Medicine. A significant historical year for this entry is 1884.
Location. 31° 45.193′ N, 95° 37.889′ W. Marker is in Palestine, Texas, in Anderson County. Marker is at the intersection of South Magnolia Street and West Brazos Street, on the left when traveling north on South Magnolia Street. The marker is located at the entrance to the building. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 919 S Magnolia St, Palestine TX 75801, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Pennybacker-Campbell-Wommack House (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); South Union Missionary Baptist Church (approx. ¼ mile away); Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church (approx. 0.4 miles away); First Methodist Church of Palestine (approx. 0.4 miles away); Home of Congressman and Mrs. Alexander W. Gregg (approx. 0.4 miles away); Palestine High School (approx. 0.4 miles away); Roy B. Wallace (approx. 0.4 miles away); Robert (Bob) Knight (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Palestine.
Photographed By James Hulse, April 25, 2024
2. The entrance to the I & GN Hospital and Nurses' Quarters and Marker
Photographed By James Hulse, April 25, 2024
3. The view of the I & GN Hospital and Nurses' Quarters and Marker from the street
Credits. This page was last revised on May 2, 2024. It was originally submitted on April 30, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 53 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 2, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
