I’ve seen shotgun houses all my life, and even the occasional double-shotgun, but this house is a one-and-a-half-shotgun.
One-and-a-Half Shotgun House, Ludowici
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The Teacherage, Ludowici
In the early years of the 20th Century, housing was generally provided to teachers at a very low cost. Caveats for residents, though, were plentiful. Women were expected not to date, to be unmarried, and to uphold a strict moral code. The building’s use evolved over time and after teachers were allowed to date and marry, it was retained by the school system. J. W. Jackson, who served as principal of Ludowici High School well into the 1960s, resided here and was likely among the last employees of the school system to be afforded this perk. The structure has been slightly modified by the enclosure of the second floor porch, but retains much of its original appearance. It’s now a private residence.
Hour Glass Lodge 113 F. & A. M., 1956, Ludowici
The cornerstone reads: J. L. Baggs, P.M.; E. C. Baggs, P.M.; F. B. Berry, W.M. Cornerstone Laid July 15, 1956. J. W. Dobbs, G.M. Prince Hall Grand Lodge.
Chapman-McCullough House, Ludowici
This was built by Sheriff Tom Chapman. It was purchased by the McCullough family in the 1950s and is owned today by their daughter, Trelice Swindell, who shared this history. As of 2015, it’s been repainted.
Lloyd Chapman House, Ludowici
Bullard House, Ludowici
This charming Victorian saddlebag cottage is among the oldest homes in Ludowici, dating to circa 1900. Of course, it’s roofed with Ludowici Dixie tile, from the factory which once thrived here.
Open Air Fish Bait, Ludowici
Old Well Pavilion, 1907, Ludowici
The land for the well and pavilion were donated by Mary McQueen. It was used for water until it dried up in the 1920s. The structure is the symbol of the town today. Locals love to tell the story of the finial atop the pavilion, which is an old washing machine ringer.
National Register of Historic Places
Johnson Shoe Shop, Ludowici
Johnson Shoe Shop is a landmark in Ludowici and though it’s closed, is maintained by the Johnson family. Lieutenant Colonel Reg Neal, a native of Ludowici writes of its beloved owner: Mr. W.F. “Sunny” Johnson has passed on, but he left a lasting legacy.