Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Kopperl House

Morris Kopperl divorced sportswoman Loula Dale for “desertion” in 1912. She loved big
game hunting and even enjoyed risque humor. Neither of which were traits among most women of the time. One can easily say she was no lady, especially with her enjoyment of risque humor.

photo by Kevin Surbaugh
Inscription:
Built in 1896 at a cost of $4,200, this home was purchased the same year by sportswoman Loula Dale Kopperl (1861-1919). She and her husband Morris lived here prior to their divorce in 1912, and she continued to occupy the home until her death. The late Victorian-era cottage retains its Eastlake style ornamentation in the fine milled-wood detailing and pyramidal roof with crowned deck. It stands as one of the best examples of its style in the city.

Erected:
1989

photo by Kevin Surbaugh
Location:
4212 Avenue F, Austin TX 78751

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