The William Lancaster House on Lakeshore Drive in Mandeville is part of the Historic Homes tour to be held Saturday, May 16, as part of Mandeville's 175th anniversary celebration. Historian Sally Reeves conducted a survey of Mandeville homes and rated each house's historic importance. I talked briefly to Gloria Coker, the home's owner, who was busy getting her house and yard ready for the tour. She said she keeps a book of information begun by the previous owner of the house, Mrs. Colvin and adds to it as she finds out more about the house and its owners. The William Lancaster that owned the home was William B. Lancaster, the half-brother of Joseph B. Lancaster. 

We agreed to exchange information next week after the anniversary. Look here soon for a description of our conversation.