Perhaps you have heard of a place where many streets bear traditional names. That place is Gobernador Julio A. Costa. It is a town steeped in history and named for a remarkable man. This is Gobernador Julio A. Costa.
Gobernador Julio A. Costa owes its existence and name to Julio A. Costa. He was a writer, journalist, and politician. Julio A. Costa served as Governor of Buenos Aires from 1890 to 1893.
Julio A. Costa was born in Quilmes. The date was July 10, 1854. He was the youngest son of Pedro Antonio Ángel Costa Álvarez and María Gregoria Isla y Gómez. His older brother, Carlos José Costa, became the province’s police chief. Julio A. Costa married Agustina Paz y Cascallares. Together they had six children.
In 1890, Julio A. Costa was elected Governor of Buenos Aires Province. He took office on May 1. On June 2, 1890, he signed the law authorizing the founding of Quequén. This city is in the south of the province. In 1891, he supported Roque Sáenz Peña’s presidential candidacy. However, that candidacy never materialized.
The Revolution of 1893 ousted him in August. After being deposed, he lived in La Matanza. Among his written works are Rosas y Lavalle. Also El Presidente. Plus Entre dos batallas. Also Roca y Tejedor. And Hojas de mi diario.
The history of Gobernador Julio A. Costa is closely linked to Florencio Varela. It is also linked to the Ardigó Station. The rail line opened in 1884. The stop was designated as kilometer 26.700. For many years, it was just a simple stopping point. Over time, the surrounding rural area became densely populated. It eventually became a station.
Many streets in Gobernador Julio A. Costa have traditional names. Examples include El Poncho. Also La Pulpería. Plus El Gaucho. Also El Pampero. And Los Charrúas. Streets are also named after native trees. These include Los Tilos. Also El Ombú. And Los Algarrobos.
Today Gobernador Julio A. Costa is bordered to the north by the city of Claypole. San Francisco Solano is also to the north. The boundary is defined by Gdor Monteverde Street. To the east it borders Florencio Varela. Padre Obispo Jorge Novak Avenue marks this boundary. The southern border with Villa Santa Rosa and Ministro Rivadavia is Humahuaca Avenue. To the west, Avenida Blas Parera separates Gobernador Costa from San Francisco de Asís.
Here in Gobernador Julio A. Costa, you will find a vibrant community. It is a community proud of its heritage. It is also a testament to the enduring legacy of Julio A. Costa. A man of letters. A public servant. A governor whose name lives on.