204-206 N. Main

204-206 N Main, 1886

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The buildings at 204-206 N Main are among the oldest buildings on Main and one of the few that retain the original facade.The double Italianate building with its two bay windows capped by pointed roofs, is one of the most imaginative and high-style buildings on the street.

Built in 1886, one of the first businesses to open in the 204 building was "A La Mode," a millinery owned by Lena Schmidt. At 206, the Owl Pharmacy, owned by James Geary, is the first business listed in 1887.

Photo # 1: In 1910, businesses in the 200 block of Main are identified as Star Grocery, Up To Date Steam Laundry, Toevs Bros. Grocery, Caveny's Wallpaper Store, Pete Park's Meat Market, Krueger's Grocery, Young's Grocery.

Photo #2: In 1919, businesses located at 204-206 included Up-to-Date Laundry, Western Radiator - Repair Shop. Note the gasoline pump by sidewalk.

(Billie Wilson, Kristine Schmucker)