Granbury in Hood County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
The Daniel House
Photographed By Jeff Leichsenring, March 12, 2023
1. Daniel House Marker
Inscription.
The Daniel House. . In 1867, at the age of 10, William B. Daniel (d. 1940) came to Granbury with his parents. Following his father in the grocery business, he became a leading merchant of the city. In the early 1890's he built this Victorian residence for his family. Decorated with intricate eastlake detailing, the home was a center of social activity and was also used for early funeral services of family and friends. After Daniel's death, the house remained in the family.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1981
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In 1867, at the age of 10, William B. Daniel (d. 1940) came to Granbury with his parents. Following his father in the grocery business, he became a leading merchant of the city. In the early 1890's he built this Victorian residence for his family. Decorated with intricate eastlake detailing, the home was a center of social activity and was also used for early funeral services of family and friends. After Daniel's death, the house remained in the family.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1981
Erected 1981 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 1166.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Architecture.
Location. 32° 26.468′ N, 97° 47.279′ W. Marker is in Granbury, Texas, in Hood County. Marker is at the intersection of West Bluff Street and South Houston Street, on the left when traveling west on West Bluff Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 107 West Bluff Street, Granbury TX 76048, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Credits. This page was last revised on March 14, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 12, 2023, by Jeff Leichsenring of Garland, Texas. This page has been viewed 118 times since then and 27 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on March 12, 2023, by Jeff Leichsenring of Garland, Texas. • James Hulse was the editor who published this page.
