Arsenal in San Antonio in Bexar County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

Alexander and Blanche Joske House

Photographed by Dave W, March 8, 2026

1. Alexander and Blanche Joske House Marker

Inscription.
Julius Joske, a German Jewish immigrant who arrived in Texas in 1873, opened a store eventually known as Joske Bros. His son, Alexander (1858-1925), purchased his father’s and brother’s interest in the company in 1903. Joske’s would become one of the largest retailers in the state. Alexander was also a noted philanthropist, religious and community leader. Alexander, his wife, Blanch (Frank) (1869-1927), and their two children lived here from 1892 and 1924. Built in 1882, the home was extensively expanded and remodeled by architect Solon McAdoo’s 1901 design. It is one of the first neoclassical residences in the city, featuring a full-height porch and limestone basket handle arch surmounting the oak front door. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark

Erected 2022 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 23512.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Immigration • Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1873.

Location. 29° 24.923′ N, 98° 29.555′ W. Marker is in San Antonio, Texas, in Bexar County. It is in Arsenal. It is at the intersection

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of King William Street and Beauregard Street, on the right when traveling south on King William Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 241 King William St, San Antonio TX 78204, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in South Texas.

It is also in the American South.

Globally, it is in North America,

a Gulf of Mexico state,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain,

the Republic of Texas,

and one of the Confederate States of America.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Altgelt-Isbell House (within shouting distance of this marker); Charles F.A. and Emilie Hummel House (within shouting distance of this marker); Alfred Giles House (within shouting distance of this marker); Sartor House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Site of Guenther's Upper Mill (about 400 feet away); Mary Virginia Burkholder (about 400 feet away); Malvina Nelson House (about 500 feet away); Gustav Blersch House (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map

Photographed by Dave W, March 8, 2026

2. Alexander and Blanche Joske House Marker

of all markers in San Antonio.

Photographed by Dave W, March 8, 2026

3. Alexander and Blanche Joske House Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on March 13, 2026. It was originally submitted on March 10, 2026, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. This page has been viewed 18 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on March 10, 2026, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. • James Hulse was the editor who published this page.