Hondo in Medina County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Leinweber Building
Photographed By James Hulse, December 11, 2020
1. Leinweber Building Marker
Built in 1907 for Ernest Roland Leinweber (1869-1922), a prominent Hondo businessman, this three-story commercial building was constructed by prolific South Texas contractor Gus Birkner, who also participated in the construction of the Texas State Capitol. Built with locally produced brick, the structure features some influences of Classical and Romanesque styles of architecture. The Hondo Landmark has housed a variety of professional and commercial offices.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1986
Erected 1986 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 3068.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1907.
Location. 29° 20.941′ N, 99° 8.513′ W. Marker is in Hondo, Texas, in Medina County. Marker is at the intersection of Avenue M (Farm to Market Road 462) and 17th Street, on the right when traveling south on Avenue M. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Hondo TX 78861, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Hondo (within shouting distance of this marker); Fohn-Bless Store (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Medina County Courthouse (about 600 feet away); Stephen F. Austin Memorial Oak Tree
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Photographed By James Hulse, December 11, 2020
2. Leinweber Building and Marker
Photographed By James Hulse, December 11, 2020
3. Leinweber Building - wide view
Credits. This page was last revised on December 16, 2020. It was originally submitted on December 15, 2020, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 258 times since then and 35 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on December 16, 2020, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.
