Physical Description1 file.
Note:This file contains photographs, articles, and materials about the house built in 1902. Also included are the correspondence and documentation for the State Historical Survey Committee's designation, including Frances Stovall's essay for the application.
Note:"This late Victorian style home was built in 1902 for the family of John Matthew Cape (1861-1933). Cape owned several cotton gins along the San Marcos River and was instrumental in the organization of San Marcos Utilities and the State Bank & trust Co. He and his wife, Mary Elizabeth Bales (1870-1941). Had 7 children. Outstanding features of the Cape House include its decorative woodwork and the wraparound porch on each story. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1985"
Electronic Resource:Electronic resource:
http://www.hank.ci.san-marcos.tx.us/SMHC/DOCUMENTS/National Register of Historic Places/Cape.pdf -- Note: National Register of Historic Places Inventory Nomination Form
