The Stockman Building
Erected 1867 to house shop of Diedrich Heye (1837-96), German-born master leather craftsman who made in this building the fine saddles, bridles, and harness required for ranching and trail driving. He was merchant to Capt. Richard King of King Ranch and other historic cattlemen.
The Stockman Corporation, in tribute to its history, in 1970 restored and is preserving the original Victorian brick facade and native limestone walls. The architecture features handsome arched windows and an elaborate cornice with parapet. Cartouche shows the name of the builder. (1971)
29.4240° N, 98.4886° W
The Texas Historical Commission lists this marker as missing. The inscription above is from its records.
Where to Find It
E. Commerce St., N side between N. Presa and Losoya streets. Marker reported missing Nov. 2007.
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