the famous american short story writer william sidney porter (o' henry) was born in greensboro n.c. he later moved to texas living in austin, houston, and san antonio. during his stay in san antonio he published the rolling stone humor magazine. two of his short stories featured san antonio, "a fog in santone" and "the enchanted kiss". later he moved to new york city where he wrote his most famous work "the gift of the magi". porter's san antonio house was originally located at 904 s. presa street but was moved to it's present location at the corner of laredo & dolorosa streets.
the o' henry house is open to the public.
Updated Mar 9, 2008
Address: laredo & dolorosa streets
The great American writer, O. Henry, lived briefly in San Antonio while editing his newspaper, Rolling Stone. His home is furnished in the Victorian style and now open to visitors.
Written Jan 23, 2006
In this humble house, One of America's great writers lived.
Written Jun 13, 2004
Address: Dolorosa & Laredo
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