Marker Inscription
This structure was begun in 1883 as a one-story dwelling for Walter Kibbe Breeden (1858-1931) and his wife Margaret (Pleasants) (1863-1936). In 1889 Breeden and his brother Charles founded Breeden brothers, well-known mercantile company and cotton factors. In 1907 a second floor was added to this residence. Breeden's only son Paul Hamilton (1886-1967), who was born in this house, was a partner in his father's business, as well as a banker and civic leader. He married Henrietta Bess Philpott (1889-1976). Their family became the third generation to occupy the home.
About this site
Breeden House is a historical marker in Cuero, DeWitt County, dedicated in 1977. It is one of 90 historical markers documented in DeWitt County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 166 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 29.0957, -97.2910 near Cuero. The nearest cataloged historic site is Mugge, Edward (historical marker), about 0.1 miles away. Others within a short drive include Heaton - Breeden House, Buchel Bank, and Cook, Charles, House (Gone).
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5123005294. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
