David J. and May Bock Woodward House
San Antonio
Bexar County, Texas
29 27.009' N 98 29.976' W
Directions: Start at the intersection of French Place and San Pedro Avenue. The house is on the northwest corner of the intersection. 1717 San Pedro Avenue.
Text: In 1904 renowned architect Atlee B. Ayers designed this house for the family of May Bock and David J. Woodward, a prominent businessman and contractor. May was instrumental in designing the house, working closely with Ayres on the plans. David Woodward was the builder. My sold the house to the Womenrsquo;s Club of San Antonio in 1926 after the death of her husband. The house is an imposing example of classical revival style architecture.