Alexander Mansion

Historical marker location:

4607 Ross Ave., Dallas, Texas

( 4607 Ross Ave.)

Marker installed: 1968

Setting for glittering social life in early 20th century. Built 1906 on most remote edge of Dallas by a businessman, C.H. Alexander, at a cost of $125,000. Acquired 1930 by the Dallas Woman's Forum; Restored and redecorated in 1967.

Recorded Texas Historical Landmark, 1968.

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The discovery of oil in 1901 near Beaumont, Texas, sparked an oil boom that transformed the state's economy and led to the rise of the modern petroleum industry.