William Hamerton News Today

Reviewing the creation of a notable Sunset District development.

Caricature of Fernando Nelson by newspaper artist J. Marron. - Fernando Nelson was the pioneer residential builder in the Richmond District whose quality construction set a standard of excellence and affordability that drew hundreds of families out beyond the cemeteries to make their homes in this emerging neighborhood in the early 20th century. Because of his influence in those early years of development, he should be recognized as the Father of the Richmond District. By the time Nelson ca...