Called the Schooley House by past generations. It was originally the home of William Koenig and his brewery was located on the lot behind the house. The present owner believes the house was built in 1850.
William Koenig and his wife Catherine were both born in Germany. William woked in New England and New York City and eventually settled in Auburn, NY, where he established aa brewery and later moved it in 1868 to State and Grant streets. William and Catherine's son August (Augie) Koening took over the business in 1891. William and Catherine had other children besides August: William, Carrie, Katherine, Emma and Charles.
After William and Catherine Koenig's death, the home was purchased by Ralph L. Schooley. Ralph L. Schooley was listed in the Auburn City Directory in 1950 as a building contractor and president of Schooley Enterprises.
Ralph L. Schooley Sr. was born in Candor, Tioga County, NY. He was the son of Elbert Schooley and Ada Henderson. He married Beatrice Kisor. She was from Cortlnad County, NY. Raplph Sr. and his wife Beatrice had seven children: Ralph Hr., James E., David S., Madeline, Dolores, Phylis, and Rita Lorraine.
The beautiful home above has been well cared for over the years. Presently it is an apartment house.
This article submitted by John R. St. Croix appeared in the Tuesday, January 3, 2017 edition of The Citizen.
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