Last updated: June 5, 2021
Place
Calwell House
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During its short history, Frederica's residents engaged in a variety of occupations. John Calwell prospered here on Saint Simons Island. He and his family made candles and soap fine enough to export to Philadelphia. Calwell, like other Frederica residents, worked more than one trade or profession. He was also a traveling merchant, shopkeeper, bailiff, surveyor and "Conservator of the Peace."
The Calwell House was one of the best in town, with thick walls made of tabby, an oyster-shell concrete visible in the foundation ruins. In the basement, there is evidence of a tile floor and elaborate red brick hearths and oven. In Georgia's sultry climate, rooms below ground were the coolest.
The Calwell House was one of the best in town, with thick walls made of tabby, an oyster-shell concrete visible in the foundation ruins. In the basement, there is evidence of a tile floor and elaborate red brick hearths and oven. In Georgia's sultry climate, rooms below ground were the coolest.