Leroy Springs House SCHM 29-17
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N 34° 43.097 W 080° 46.275
17S E 520945 N 3841826
This historical marker in Lancaster, SC markers the home of a prominent citizen of Lancaster.
Waymark Code: WMTYHB
Location: South Carolina, United States
Date Posted: 01/24/2017
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Text of plaque:
"The original part of this house was built by Robert W. Gill soon after he purchased the lot in 1828. About thirty years later, it was enlarged by Samuel B. Massey. Local textile manufacturer and banker Col. Leroy Springs remodeled the house 1906-1907. Springs´ son Elliott, noted author and World War I flying ace, was born here, 1896. The house became city hall after a 19571ease-purchase agreement with the city of Lancaster.
Erected by Lancaster County Historical Commission - 1988 "
Marker Name: Leroy Springs House
Marker Location: Roadside
Type of Marker: Person
Marker number: SCHM 29-17
County: Lancaster
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