Early Site of Dr. Logue's Drugstore

Known as first drugstore in Republic of Texas. Founded 1844 by Dr. John G. Logue (1815-1861), who came here after graduation (1842) from Jefferson Medical College, Philadelphia. A partner of his for a time was Dr. John H. Bowers, physician (1836) to captive dictator Santa Anna. Store was had a succession of owners, one Dr. R. H. Harrison, founded City's Railroad Hospital. Later owners Weller & Burford served trade area extending to Gonzales and Bastrop. O.A. Zumwalt (1870-1951), was proprietor for 48 years.

The store, operated on various sites, is now on Bowie Street.

Corner of Travis and Spring Streets
1973