SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 294
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
join the Harris County Historical Commission and the people of
Houston in celebrating the dedication of the W. P. Mulcahy House
at 1046 Harvard Street as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark; and
WHEREAS, W. P. Mulcahy and his wife, Mattie, purchased this
Houston Heights home in 1909, and the house remained in the
Mulcahy family for 90 years; Mr. Mulcahy enjoyed a long and
productive career in the banking industry and served as president
of Damon State Bank; and
WHEREAS, This historic structure is a fine example of the
Dutch Colonial Revival style and features a unique T-shaped cross
gambrel roof, a native cypress-clad frame, and an inset front
porch featuring the bay's central 40-light window; and
WHEREAS, The people of Houston are justifiably proud of
their rich heritage, and it is truly fitting that this historic
home receive special recognition; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 84th
Legislature, hereby extend best wishes for a memorable ceremony
designating the W. P. Mulcahy House as a Recorded Texas Historic
Landmark; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in
honor of this special occasion.
Whitmire
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 2, 2015.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate