Mansions

Abstract The file contains newspaper clippings about the Elsner mansion on Denver's Governors Row. The home had been built by wealthy Jewish merchant Wolfe Londoner The Elsners gave lavish dinners for the cream of Denver society, politicians, celebrities, artists and musicians. The Elsners were early patrons of the arts and many of the guests were from the theater. Edward Elsner moved to New York and became an actor and playwright After John Elsner's death, there was litigation over the estate...