Details for Old Calvert Foundry and Manufacturing Company
Historical Marker —
Atlas Number 5395010907
Data
Marker Number
10907
Atlas Number
5395010907
Marker Title
Old Calvert Foundry and Manufacturing Company
Index Entry
Calvert Foundry and Manufacturing Company
Address
502 Main St
City
Calvert
County
Robertson
UTM Zone
14
UTM Easting
722043
UTM Northing
3429627
Subject Codes
manufacturing
Marker Year
1969
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark
Yes
Marker Location
Private Property
No
Marker Condition
In Situ
Marker Size
Medallion & Plate
Marker Text
Founded about 1870 as one of Calvert's first industries. The building is of county-made brick; iron facade came from St. Louis. Iron ore from local deposits and from Cherokee County (100 mi. NE) was hauled here by horse-drawn wagons to be made into farm tools and other sturdy articles. Prominent Texans have owned this foundry. J. Adoue, member of a French family noted in state business, was an incorporator. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1969
