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Thomas Kraitchar, Jr. House

Caldwell, Burleson County

Marker Text

A fine example of a Victorian cottage-style residence, this home was built in 1891 for Thomas Kraitchar, Jr. (1870-1946). A merchant by profession, Kraitchar also served terms as the Burleson County Tax Collector and as a Caldwell City Alderman. His house, of cypress construction, features a five-bay symmetrical facade with a central gable. It remained in the Kraitchar family until 1982.

Marker Details

Address 200 E. Buck St.
Location Description 200 E. Buck St. at Porter St., Caldwell
Marker # 8639
Dedicated 1983
Size, Type Medallion and Plate
Code houses, residential buildings; Victorian (architectural term)
Latitude, Longitude 30.533535, -96.691146

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