Frederica - Candlemaker
John Calwell, the candlemaker, " had
built lately a large house of three storied
high which was looked on to be the best
in town, with storehouses, etc. for carrying
on the trade..."
Journal of William Stephens
June 25, 1745
During its short history, Frederica's residents
engaged in a variety of occupations. There
were literally "butchers, bakers and candlestick
makers." At this site John Calwell and his family
made candles and soap fine enough to export to
Pennsylvania and New York.
Calwell, like other Frederica residents, worked
at more than one trade or profession. He was also
a travelling merchant, shopkeeper, surveyor, baliff,
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. The
remains of the baking oven and two fireplaces
can also be seen.
Marker can be reached from Frederica Drive.
Courtesy hmdb.org
