The West Gadsden Historical Society, with headquarters in Greensboro, Gadsden Co., Florida, is interested in the history of the historic 2-story house located in Sumatra, Liberty Co., Florida, which was known at one time as the Sumatra Hotel. It is our understanding this house was built in 1905.

The only remaining original depot of the Apalachicola Northern Railroad is located in Greensboro. The original run of the AN RR from River Junction, in n.w. Gadsden Co., to Port St. Joe, Gulf Co., took place in April 1907. The Sumatra Hotel was built during the time of the railroad construction.

The West Gadsden Historical Society would appreciate comments from anyone who has information or old photographs of this historic house as well as any history or photographs pertaining to the Apalachicola Northern Railroad.