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Ernest G. Southey
American architect (1874 - 1945) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Ernest G. Southey (January 23, 1874 - November 20, 1945)[1] was an American architect from Bridgeport, Connecticut.
Ernest Guy Southey | |
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Born | 1874 |
Died | 1945 |
Nationality | American |
Occupation | Architect |
Buildings | Bassick High School |
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Having begun his practice by 1902, and continuing until his 1945 death, Ernest G. Southey had a career spanning almost the entire first half of the twentieth century. During that period, he designed a number of major residences, commercial buildings, and the Bassick High School. He was a member of the American Institute of Architects from 1916, and was cited for his architectural achievement during Bridgeport's centennial celebration in the 1930s.[2]
Southey's son, David Ludgate Southey (1911-1974), was also an architect.[3]
At least one of his designs has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places, and several others are contributing properties in historic districts.[citation needed]