Missoula in Missoula County, Montana — The American West (Mountains)

425 Connell

University Area Historic District

Photographed by Barry Swackhamer, August 20, 2019

1. 425 Connell Marker

Inscription. Insurance agent George F. Gould and his wife, Susie, purchased this lot from the South Missoula Land Company in 1913. The deed stipulated that a dwelling worth at least $3,000 be constructed on the premises within fifteen years. The Goulds, however, settled in Bozeman and sold the lot in 1921 to Will H. Clark, assistant cashier of the Western Montana National Bank. Clark promptly built this residence in accordance with the building clause. Subsequent owners were Clara and Eldon Myrick, Lolo National Forest supervisor, and later Bernice and Henry Viche, regional air officer with the U.S. Forest Service. A classic Craftsman bungalow, design elements include tapered columns, wide eaves, exposed rafter ends, and charming three-over-one “Chicago style” windows. The Craftsman style promoted family living through quality, affordable housing, and economy of space, beautifully expressed in this home’s interior. Built-in bookcases and a storage bench of rich finished oak flank a brick fireplace in the living room. Built-in chests divide the living and dining rooms, and a built-in dining room bench provides extra seating. Original

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light fixtures and crown molding add to the 1920s ambiance.

Erected by Montana National Register Sign Program.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Architecture. In addition, it is included in the Montana National Register Sign Program series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1913.

Location. 46° 51.715′ N, 113° 59.495′ W. Marker is in Missoula, Montana, in Missoula County. It is on Connell Avenue near Helen Avenue, on the left when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 424 Connell Avenue, Reno NV 89501, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Western Montana

and in Glacier Country.

It is also in the American Mountain West

and in the Lewis & Clark Corridor.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Rocky Mountains,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once Rupert’s Land

and also the Louisiana Purchase.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: 415 Connell Avenue (within shouting

425 Connell Residence and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Barry Swackhamer, August 20, 2019

2. 425 Connell Residence and Marker

distance of this marker); 439 Connell Avenue (within shouting distance of this marker); Frank A. Roberts Home (within shouting distance of this marker); John J. Lucy Home (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); 315 Daly (about 600 feet away); 521 University Avenue (approx. 0.2 miles away); Charles C. Brothers Residence (approx. 0.2 miles away); Corbin Hall (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Missoula.

Also see . . . What Is Craftsman Style? -- Hunker. You can tell if a house is a craftsman or not from the very first glance. Typically built from stone, brick, and real wood, craftsman style houses are most well-known for their low-pitched overhanging roofs and column-heavy front porches. Other architectural elements like exposed wood beams, dormers, and a front porch gable are all distinct elements unique to craftsman style houses. These homes, which are also commonly referred to as bungalows, are all about the details. (Submitted on January 7, 2020, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.)

Credits. This page was last revised on January 10, 2025. It was originally submitted on January 7, 2020, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 284 times since then and 26 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 7, 2020, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.