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Property Record

431 W CENTER ST

Historic Name:
Richard O'Connor House
Other Name:
Reference Number:
10380

Property Location

Location (Address)
431 W CENTER ST
County
Walworth
City/Village
Whitewater
Township
Unincorporated community
Town
Range
Direction
Section
Quarter Section
Quarter Quarter Section

Property Features

Year Built
1852
Additions
Survey Date
1974
Historic Use
Architectural Style
Structural System
Wall Material
Clapboard
Architect
Other Buildings On Site
Demolished
Yes
Demolished Date
0
Additional Comments
PIERCED BARGE BOARDS IN GABLES. DRIP MOULDINGS AROUND WINDOWS. O'Connor was the father of Harry, Fred, Josephine, Virginia, and Dora. He was a druggist and bookseller. His sons continued the business after he died in 1881. He was known for his tree planting, setting sidewalks, cemetery beautification, and schools. Platner's are descendants of O'Connor and have a historic photo of the house.
Bibliographic References
Bicentennial Century Home-Whitewater Register.

National And State Register Of Historic Places Listings

National/State Register Listing Name
Main Street Historic District
National Register Listing Date
Dec 21, 1989
State Register Listing Date
Nov 08, 1989
Contributing
Yes
Unique ID
HI10380

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