The John Calvin Owings House, Laurens, SC, c.1896. 787 W. Main St., Laurens, SC. Architect: George F. Barber & Co. Mr. Owings was part owner of Owings & Bobo, a mercantile firm, as well as Mayor of Laurens from 1916-1918. He commissioned George F. Barber & Co. to design this gorgeous example of Queen Anne Architecture in 1896. The interior includes oak paneling, staircase, latticework, and 12 fireplaces with glazed tiles and mirrored overmantels. Listed on National Register February 12, 1978.