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Born in Philadelphia; married Dr. J.V.E. Covey, Baptist minister and teacher, in 1845. They came to Texas during the 1850's as missionary-teachers. Regarded by her associates as a gifted instructor, Mrs. Covey aided her husband in founding and operating three colleges. In 1857 they established Alma Institute at Hallettsville; then during the Civil War, Concrete College near Cuero; an in 1881, McMullen College at Tilden. Recorded -- 1969
Covey, Louisa Renshaw is a historical marker in McMullen County, Texas, dedicated in 1969. It is one of 20 historical markers documented in McMullen County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 22 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 28.4550, -98.5431. The nearest cataloged historic site is McMullen College, Old (historical marker), about 0.3 miles away. Others within a short drive include McMullen County Courthouse, Dog Town Jail, and Hindes, Moses William.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5311003138. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
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