Poised elegantly above shady stands of palms, the Latter Memorial Library was once a private mansion. The Isaac family (owners 1907–12) – who installed Flemish-style carved woodwork, Dutch murals and French frescoed ceilings – passed the property to aviator Harry Williams and his silent-film-star wife, Marguerite Clark (1912–39). The couple was known for throwing grand parties. The next owner was local horse racer Robert S Eddy, followed by Mr and Mrs Harry Latter, who gave the building to the city in 1948.
The bottom floor and the entire exterior facade of the Italianate beaux arts building remain stately if a bit worn.
