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THE SWISS AVENUE
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5112   5200

YEAR BUILT: 1915
ARCHITECT/BUILDER: W.E. Thomas
ORIGINAL OWNER: Joe T. Wilks
ORIGINAL
DESCRIPTION:
This formal, well-proportioned residence also shows characteristics of the Georgian Mode. Of particular interest are the projecting center pavilion composed of Doric columns in antis, second story triple windows with arched glazing patterns showing a Palladian influence and an attic porch with access by way of an over-sized central dormer. The corners of the main mass and second floor pavilion are emphasized by quoins. The house takes advantage of its corner lot by having its driveway leading from the side street to a rear porte cochere.
OF INTEREST: According to city building permits, this nine-room residence was built for $9,900 (an exception to Munger's rule that Swiss Avenue houses must cost a minimum of $10,000). Joe Wilks is considered the first owner, but M.H. Wolfe, a cotton merchant, was probably the first resident.
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Feb 14, 2004 - Most snow since 1985