Gohmert-Summers House

Historical marker location:

606 Terrell Street, Cuero, Texas

( 606 Terrell Street, Cuero)

Marker installed: 1972

Typical of prospering 19th century city, this late Victorian house has fine details: imported leaded glass windows, metal "lace" trim, turned columns, Italian tile. Architect was A. O. Watson, Austin; Contractor, C. A. Fuess of Cuero.

Built 1895 for Louis Gohmert (1859-1931) and wife Martha (Binder).

Gohmert, who came as a boy from Germany, was secretary-treasurer of Breeden-Runge Wholesale Firm.

House has been preserved since 1952 by Mr. and Mrs. E. T. Summers, Jr.

Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1972.

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The Battle of San Jacinto fought on April 21, 1836, was the decisive battle of the Texas Revolution, and led to the capture of Santa Anna and the end of the conflict.