Old S. J. Brooks Home
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Marker Text: Built about 1890, this stately late Victorian house combines various influences and styles. The architect was M. T. Eckles, and builder was T. R. Hertzberg, a local businessman.
In 1909 Judge Sidney J. Brooks, noted lawyer and first judge of 57th District Court, bought this house. His son Sidney, Jr., (1895-1917), was one of the first U.S. cadets killed training for World War I duty. Brooks Air Force Base was named for him. (1969) Marker No: 526
Medallion & Plate
Texas Historic Landmark
Geographic: 29.407587, -98.493179
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