Savannah Relics

1920’s John Schwalb Trade Token - Good For One Glass Soda

John F. Schwalb (1869-1942) had a drug store at 2319 Whitaker in the 1910’s, then at 2026 Habersham in the 1920’s. He is buried at Bonaventure Cemetery.

1890’s Bill Dugan Whiskey Label - Smith Bros

Abraham E. Smith and Henry L. Smith operated a wholesale cigar, to***co, and liquor company at 145 Bay Street (which became 27 West Bay Street after 1896). Most recently, this building site was the courtyard of Moon River. They were sometimes listed at 143 and 147 Bay Street as well.

Fun fact: Michael T. Quinan worked as a clerk there in the 1890’s before he purchased a soda water manufacturing company from John Ryan. Antique bottle collectors are very familiar with both names.

The Bill Dugan characature was also used as a cigar brand in the late 19th and early 20th century.

19th and 20th Century Photos of Forsyth Park Fountain

Built in 1858, the Fountain at Forsyth Park is named after Georgia Governor John Forsyth. During a time when yellow fever was an epidemic, it was originally intended to provide potable water to the citizens of Savannah.

The fountain will be temporarily removed this summer to undergo renovations. The last major restoration was in 1988.

1974 Uncut Sheet of Savannah Braves Tickets:

Before the or the Sand Gnats, Grayson Stadium was home to the Savannah Braves from 1971-1983. A Double-A affiliate for the major league team of the same name, they eventually relocated to Greenville, South Carolina.