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THE SWISS AVENUE
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YEAR BUILT: 1923
ARCHITECT/BUILDER: Charles Bulger
ORIGINAL OWNER: Wesley Porter Mason
ORIGINAL
DESCRIPTION:
Unknown.
OF INTEREST: Wesley Mason was the owner of Mason Engraving Company. After World War I, his wife played a prominent role in Dallas' musical history by sponsoring tours of famous European musicians throughout the United States. Her connections brought to Dallas musicians such as Sergio Rachmaninoff, who performed in the Mason's music room. In 1983, this house was moved to its current site from its original location outside the Swiss Avenue Historic District.
REVISIONS: 07/17/04 - Correction: Changed Mason Engineering to Mason Engraving
PHOTO GALLERY:

Feb 14, 2004 - Most snow since 1985

Owners from 1985-1995
David and Suzanne Palmlund