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Paul Williams (architect) 1894-1980

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Today while researching Jennifer Jones (actress) Daughter Mary Selznick

tragic life story...both suffered from mental illness. Story for another time. 

David married Jennifer second marriage for both..and had a child Mary. 

 

David Selznick produced "Gone with the Wind" brilliant in his career

although had terrible gambling addiction..which led me to his first wife.

 

Irene Mayer ( Louis B. Mayer) Father....

 

Who if unfamiliar with her many achievements please visit wiki. 

 

Here is how I came upon Paul Williams. 

 

Irene's resting place "Hillside Memorial Park Cemetery"  

 

 

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The Cemetery is known for Al Jolsons elaborate tomb.

Designed by Los Angeless architect Paul Williams) 75-foot-high pergola

and monument atop a hill above a water cascade all visible from the adjacent 

San Diego Freeway. Immediately! Intrigued who was Paul Williams? 

 

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Incredible man! Don't want to ruin your joy reading about his life. 

List of achievements numerous his work received well deserved recognition. 

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Re: Paul Williams (architect) 1894-1980

A very fascinating man, trailblazer and architect, @Sweet_Serenity!

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Re: Paul Williams (architect) 1894-1980

@Sweet_Serenity  Yes, incredibly gifted man indeed!