About

Erle Webster & Adrian Wilson, architect.

History:

Architects Erle Farrington Webster and Adrian Wilson were prominent in the Los Angeles scene. Their largest commission was the design for the New Chinatown in the 1930s. Their “Ship of the Desert” home in Palm Springs caused a sensation with reviews in a multitude of books and magazines.

1940 Census:
2035 Edgemont Avenue (Value $15,500): 1) Orville J. Harrell, head of household; white married male 53 years of age; born in Ohio; real estate broker, self. 2) Emma C. Harrell, wife; white married female 46 years of age; born in Washington; not working. 3) John G. Harrell, son; white single male 17 years of age; born in California; in school.