By Elizabeth F. Smith, published in the Magnolia Monthly in 1964
Chapter Three
Apparently the town of St. Marks did not profit from the decline of Magnolia.
According to an article in the July 1876 issue of the Semitropical Magazine, St. Marks, in expectation of having the railroad and the resultant prosperity, laid out new streets, built some fine residences, planted fine gardens and set out shade trees to add to its attractions.