Mount Pleasant Magazine March/April 2020

45 www.MountPleasantMagazine.com | www.ILoveMountPleasant.com | www.BestofMP.com feature In 1898, the Mount Pleasant and Sullivan’s Island Ferry Company was purchased by Joseph Lawrence who established a resort on the Isle of Palms. He renamed his venture the Charleston and Seashore Railroad Company. Trolley service to the islands was a major component of Lawrence’s company. Once passengers from the city disembarked at the foot of Hibben Street, they hopped onto a trolley which ran through the Village, crossing Cove Inlet to Sullivan’s Island via a trestle. The trolley then headed toward the Isle of Palms along Middle Street, merging with Railroad Avenue (now Jasper Boulevard) and stopping at various “stations” along the way. Another trestle spanned Breach Inlet, and the trolley ride ended at the hotel on the front beach. The entire trip took almost an hour with a fare of 25 cents. There were nine roundtrips a day. In 1913, the Charleston-Isle of Palms Traction Company, headed by James Sottile, purchased Lawrence’s business. Eleven years later, Sottile was forced into bankruptcy due to personal litigation and his company folded. Because East Cooper residents relied on the ferries, this meant there was no ferry service for several weeks until local government established the Cooper River Historical marker near Patriots Point. Old Mount Pleasant Trolley to Isle Of Palms. Leslie Jackson, MSS, CP 843-746-9404 LJackson@AssistedLivingLocators.com What Type of Housing or Care Do I Need? It’s hard to know what the right fit might be with the wide range of options and care services available for senior living. • Independent living • Assisted living communities • Assisted living homes • Alzheimer’s and dementia care • In-home companion care • Skilled nursing care FREE SERVICE CALL TODAY! The insurance agency reinvented around you. At Brightway, we know one size doesn’t fit all. With access to over 100 insurance companies, our team of experts will shop the market to find the best coverage to fit your individual needs and your budget. Whatever your insurance need, we can meet it. Give us a call or visit us online for a free quote on your Home, Flood, Auto or Boat insurance. Jenny McKenzie Agency Owner Brightway, The McKenzie Agency 843-408-4554 jenny.mckenzie@brightway.com BrightwayMcKenzie.com