Building at 1921-1921 1/2 Avenue D
1921-1921 1/2 Ave. D, Galveston, TXThe building has interesting architectural details. Wegner Bros. bought land in 1885 (tax records) and built substantial improvements in 1889; by 1890-91 directory, John and Ernest Wegner, groceries and liquors, listed at the address. Wegner family remained in business here through 1909-10; by 1913, the Schaefer Bros. Bakery and Confectionery at address, 1912 deed indicates that $5,000 of improvements and repairs were made by Frank J. Schaefer, then owner. Galveston Daily News, Sept. 1, 1910, indicates that Schaefer Brothers had begun remodeling. This served as Schaefers' main store: they had branches in other parts of Galveston.
This property and the adjoining property at 1925-27 Market form an important visual and architectural link between the Strand Historic District and the Grand Opera House.
Listed in National Register of Historic Places in 1984.
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