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Dixonian Apartments, Seattle, February 20, 1935
During the first third of the twentieth century, several multi-storied apartment complexes were constructed, especially on First Hill and Capitol Hill. This photo shows hte Dixonian Apartments on 17th Avenue just south of Union Street. Handwritten on sleeve: Dixonian Apts, 1133 17th Ave., 2-20-35.Photographer's Reference Number: 140522
ID Number:1983.10.4507
Date:1935
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Hamlin House Apartments, Seattle, February 20, 1935
During the first quarter of the century, many mid-level apartments were constructed in desirable residential neighborhoods. As indicated by its name, the Hamlin House Apartments were located at 222 Hamlin Street in the Eastlake neighborhood. Handwritten on sleeve: Hamlin House Apts for First Rental & Sales Corp. 2/20/35.Photographer's Reference Number: 140527
ID Number:1983.10.4513
Date:1935
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The Kennett apartments, Seattle, February 20, 1935
This four-plex residence is located at 705 North 46th Street. Built in 1930, it is typical of small-scale residential multi-family units constructed in Seattle's neighborhoods during the first half of the twentieth century. An advertisement for The Kennett in the Seattle Times says, "4-room modern, with every convenience." Handwritten on sleeve: Kenneth Apts for First Rental & Sales Corp., 2/20/35.Photographer's…
ID Number:1983.10.4514
Date:1935
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Seattle Steel Co., Seattle, February 3, 1935
Seattle Steel Company was located at 1200 4th Avenue South when this photo was taken. William Pigott, Jr., was the president of the company. Handwritten on sleeve: Seattle Steel Co. Exterior 2/3/35.Photographer's Reference Number: 140558
ID Number:1983.10.4518.2
Date:1935
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Northwest Mutual Building, Seattle, May 6, 1935
The United Shopping Tower at Third Avenue and Pine Street in downtown Seattle was designed as a vertical shopping building for different retailers. In 1932, the shopping center closed and became the Northwestern Mutual Insurance Building. In 1974, Northwestern Mutual left the building and by 1980, the building was the headquarters of Olympic Savings and became known as the Olympic…
ID Number:1983.10.4524
Date:1935
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St. Edwards Seminary, Kenmore, May 8, 1935
The St. Edwards Seminary on Lake Washington trained boys for the Catholic priesthood from 1931 until the late 1970s, when it was sold to Washington state for a park. Handwritten on sleeve: St. Edwards Seminary Bldg & Grounds 5/8/35.Photographer's Reference Number: 140714Caption information source: "History Echoes in Decaying Halls of St. Edward Seminary," by Katherine Long, Kenmore Heritage Society, June…
ID Number:1983.10.4526.2
Date:1935
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Hemrich Brewing Co., Seattle, May 10, 1935
Seattle's brewing industry has a long history, and the name Hemrich is associated with its 19th-century roots. In 1898, Alvin Hemrich and his brother Louis incorporated Hemrich Brothers Brewing Company in Seattle. After Prohibition, Alvin resumed brewing beer under the name Hemrich Brewing Company. In 1934, Alvin sold one of his two brewing plants and his interest in the company,…
ID Number:1983.10.4527.2
Date:1935
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New streets in the Denny Hill Regrade, Seattle, July 30, 1935
During the second Denny Hill regrading project, street paving, sewers, water mains, sidewalks, and other improvements were done under a single contract. This meant that rebuilding the city streets could proceed in a coordinated manner. However, the Depression hit Seattle during the 1930s, and rebuilding took a long time. In this photo, taken around 1935, the newly-extended Sixth, Seventh, and…
ID Number:1983.10.4533.1
Date:1935
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Plaza Hotel, Seattle, 1935
The Plaza Hotel stood at the intersection of Fourth Avenue and Westlake from the early 1900s until 1935. This photo was taken just prior to its demolition. Signs in image: Welcome Fleet. The Oyster Shop. Bonnet Nook Millinery. Building Coming Down - Our Last Day Here - Aug. the 3rd. Hats Must Go - New Location 219 Pine St. Crane's…
ID Number:1983.10.4534
Date:1935
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Finnish community at Smith Cove, August 2, 1935
Until the late 1930s or 1940s, a small community made up mainly of Finns lived near Smith Cove, north of downtown Seattle. They owned their one and two story homes, but the Great Northern Railway owned the land. Many residents worked in the logging, fishing, and railroad industries. A former resident remembers swimming with other children in the waves made…
ID Number:1983.10.4536.3
Date:1935