The story of James U. Jackson and the history of North Augusta are inseparable. In the 1800s; James U. Jackson was one of the youngest railroad officials in the country. As a boy; he dreamed of developing the area on the bluffs across the Savannah River from Augusta; Georgia. That dream became a reality in 1906; when the community of North Augusta was incorporated. Not only a man of vision; Jackson�s energy; drive; and personality enabled him to secure financial backing from several cities for his business ventures. His interurban railway; one of the first in the South; contributed to the development of the area�s resort hotel industry; which catered to many people from the North during the winter months. Today; North Augusta�s riverfront development continues; distinguishing it as a strong and independent community. James U. Jackson�s dream continues to prosper.
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