Scope and Contentse This document provides a comprehensive overview of the historical buildings and businesses in Quitman, Georgia. It includes detailed architectural descriptions of prominent structures, along with their historical significance and context within the community. Businesses that advertised in the Quitman Banner are documented, highlighting the economic activity and commercial history of the town.Additionally, the collection features original stock certificates, checks, and photo...

Scope and Contents This document provides a comprehensive history of the founding and development of the towns of Morven, Barney, and Barwick, Georgia. It includes essays, newspaper clippings, photographs, and detailed oral history accounts from residents. The document covers a wide range of topics, including the establishment of local schools, churches, and businesses; the contributions of prominent families and individuals; and the social and economic evolution of these communities. It highlights key events...

Scope and Contents This document provides a comprehensive history of Quitman and Pavo, Georgia, highlighting their development from early settlements to thriving communities. It includes photographs, essays, newspaper clippings, and oral histories, covering key topics such as local industries like turpentine production, significant businesses like the Orange Squeeze Bottling Works, and landmarks such as the Hotel Pavo and Quitman's West End Cemetery. The influence of the Savannah, Albany, and Gulf Railroad on...

Scope and Contents The Georgia Historic Resources Survey of Lowndes County represents an initiative undertaken by the Valdosta Heritage Foundation, commencing in the year 2000. This collection encompasses surveys of historic structures located in Valdosta, Quitman, the rural areas of Brooks County, and the Turner County towns of Rebecca and Sycamore. The surveys of these historic properties were conducted from 1980 to 1981 by the South Georgia Area Planning and Development Commission. In 2022, the Lowndes...

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The Georgia Historic Resources Survey of Lowndes County was a project by the Valdosta Heritage Foundation beginning in 2000. The collection consists of property survey of historic structures in Valdosta, Quitman, rural Brooks County and the Turner County towns of Rebecca and Sycamore.