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The Strawberry Mansion Bridge is a steel arch truss bridge across the Schuylkill River in Fairmount Park, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in the United States.
It was built in 1896–1897 by the Phoenix Iron Company, Phoenixville, Pennsylvania under private ownership by the Fairmount Park Transportation Company, which operated trolleys over the bridge with pedestrian and carriage lanes on the north side. Trolley service was discontinued in 1946.
The Philadelphia Historical Commission designated the bridge as a historic structure on September 7, 1978.
The bridge is significant for its construction under private ownership by the Fairmount Park Transportation Company, a streetcar line operating in the park. Nationally recognized bridge engineer Theodore Cooper consulted on the design of this spandrel-braced, three-hinged steel arch structure, which set records within its type for overall length and speed of erection. It is also a major work of the Phoenix Bridge Company, a prolific fabricating and erecting firm.
Year Built 1889 Builder Unknown Truss Type Queenpost Length 55 ft. 6 in.
Width 12 ft. 4 in. Color Red Roof Tin Siding Vertical board Windows Four
rectangular Abutments Concrete at north; stone and mortar at south Wingwalls
Stone and mortar capped with concrete Stream Ten Mile Creek Location Amwell
Twp Ownership Amwell Twp Accessibility Pedestrian only
• Believed to have replaced an earlier bridge in the same location following a flood in 1888
• Partially dismantled in 1915 by Washington County as an endeavor to
transfer to Mingo Creek County Park; legal proceedings resulted in the
bridge remaining in Amwell Twp
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These are Lycian Tombs built into the mountains above Fethiye, Turkey. They were constructed in the 4th century BC, probably intended as houses for the dead.
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AMEN CORNER: Moss Hill Methodist Church - somewhere near Vernon, Florida. The church started as the first Methodist Mission between Pensacola and the Apalachicola River in 1821. This building was constructed of heart pine in 1857 and is still in use today. Old growth oaks draped with Spanish moss fill the area. As with many country churches, there is a cemetery to the rear and side. Services are the 2nd and 4th Sundays at 2:00 pm. The building is on the National Register of Historic Places and has a page on Wikipedia
Masonic Temple Building, Fairbanks Alaska. Original structure was built in 1906, with later modifications. Listed on the National Register of Historical Places in the 1980s.
The rear of the building collapsed under the weight of heavy snow loads accumulated over the course of this winter. For safety concerns the entire building was quickly leveled. I didn't see the demolition, but glad I was able to take a few pictures, especially of the front facade before it was destroyed, not knowing it would be taken down so quickly without an effort to preserve some of it.
Facts:
Overview:
Lost bascule bridge over Intracoastal Waterway on FL 704 in West Palm Beach
Location:
West Palm Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida
Status:
Replaced by a new bridge
History:
Built 1929; reconstructed 1959; replaced 2005
Design:
Bascule
Dimensions:
Length of largest span: 113.9 ft.
Total length: 1,237.9 ft.
Deck width: 27.9 ft.
Also called:
Intracoastal Waterway Bridge
Approximate latitude, longitude:
+26.70602, -80.04645 (decimal degrees)
26°42'22" N, 80°02'47" W (degrees°minutes'seconds")
Approximate UTM coordinates:
17/594853/2954229 (zone/easting/northing)
Quadrangle map:
Palm Beach
Inventory numbers:
FDOT 930505 (Florida Dept. of Transportation bridge number)
FDOT 930022 (Florida Dept. of Transportation bridge number)
BH 12466 (Bridgehunter.com ID)
Inspection: (as of 04/1998)
Deck condition rating: Satisfactory (6 out of 9)
Superstructure condition rating: Satisfactory (6 out of 9)
Substructure condition rating: Critical (2 out of 9)
Appraisal: Structurally deficient
Sufficiency rating: 15.7 (out of 100)
Average daily traffic: (as of 1996)
11,000
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.The Newton Falls covered bridge was built over the east branch of the Mahoning River around 1831. A crosswalk was added in 1921 for children crossing the bridge on their way to the school on Center Street. The Newton Falls bridge is considered the second oldest existing covered bridge in Ohio, the oldest covered bridge in use on its original site, the only covered bridge in the state with a covered crosswalk, and the last surviving covered bridge in Trumbull County. Built on the Town Lattice truss plan, the bridge is 123 feet long and twenty-four feet wide. It has a clear span of 101 1/2 feet and a sixteen foot-wide roadway. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974, the structure is maintained by Trumbull County.
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Built in 1877 this bridge is 68' long and uses a Howe truss type. It was built by JS Fleming and is 1 of only 5 Howe truss bridges in PA.
Rising quietly along Eddy Street in San Francisco’s Tenderloin, the Joan San-Jule Apartments are a fading but still-striking example of Victorian Italianate architecture—a style that once dominated the city’s streetscape before the devastation of the 1906 earthquake and fire. This image captures a dramatic upward angle of the building’s ornate façade, highlighting its detailed cornices, fluted pilasters, and recessed windows with scrollwork brackets—all hallmarks of a bygone era in San Francisco housing.
Though partially boarded and weathered with time, the structure remains deeply expressive. Painted a soft cream color, its wood siding and classical ornamentation stand in stark contrast to the more austere and modern buildings surrounding it. The shadows cast by projecting bays, dentil molding beneath the cornice line, and egg-and-dart details suggest a care in craftsmanship not often seen in contemporary urban development.
The small sign identifying the building as the “Joan San-Jule Apartments” suggests a late-20th-century renaming—perhaps by a landlord, a preservationist, or someone commemorating a family name. Its placement in the center of the narrow façade draws the viewer’s eye up into the symmetrical verticality of the building, where light dances on glass and texture.
San Francisco’s Tenderloin is one of the most architecturally overlooked neighborhoods in the city. While often associated with social services and dense housing, it also hosts a remarkable number of surviving Victorian and Edwardian-era buildings, especially on the quieter blocks just a few steps from Van Ness Avenue. The Joan San-Jule Apartments stand as a rare survivor—a structure that likely dates to the late 1800s and speaks to the city’s past in wood, glass, and paint.
Captured in a sharply vertical composition, this photograph emphasizes the contrast between preservation and decay. Wavy windowpanes, bird netting stretched across the cornice, and the texture of aging paint all reinforce the passage of time. The boarded windows, while unfortunate, add a documentary truth to the image: many such buildings teeter between renovation and ruin.
Yet even in this in-between state, the Joan San-Jule Apartments tell a rich story. They remind viewers that not all history is enshrined in museums—some of it lingers quietly in residential architecture, holding onto its dignity despite the chaos and change that surround it. For urban explorers, architecture enthusiasts, or San Franciscans eager to look past the surface, this building is a modest masterpiece waiting to be noticed.
Phillips Bridge 1909.
Dodge Charger 2014.
Crossing at a walk!..Yes, I did actually!.
Homecomung Trip 2016.
Nikon D7200 Sigma 18-250 f3.5.
1/30 f7.1 ISO100
Nestled in the heart of San Francisco’s bustling financial district stands 351 California Street, an emblematic structure that whispers tales of the city’s storied past amidst its ever-evolving skyline. This historic gem, constructed in 1928, boasts a façade that harkens back to an era when craftsmanship and attention to detail were paramount. The building’s Renaissance Revival style is characterized by its intricate terracotta ornamentation and grandiose presence, offering a stark contrast to the sleek modernity of its towering neighbors.
As you approach 351 California Street, you’re greeted by a sense of nostalgia; it’s as if time has stood still for this architectural marvel. The lower levels feature ornate detailing that invites passersby to ponder about the skilled artisans who shaped each piece by hand. With its rich history interwoven into San Francisco’s cultural tapestry, this landmark serves not only as office space but also as a testament to architectural ingenuity from a bygone era.
For those with an appreciation for heritage buildings, 351 California Street is more than just an address—it’s a narrative etched in stone and mortar. It represents resilience, standing proudly against seismic shifts both literal and metaphorical. As part of San Francisco’s historical fabric, this building continues to captivate architects, historians, and tourists alike.
Facts:
Overview:
Lost bascule bridge over Intracoastal Waterway on FL 704 in West Palm Beach
Location:
West Palm Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida
Status:
Replaced by a new bridge
History:
Built 1929; reconstructed 1959; replaced 2005
Design:
Bascule
Dimensions:
Length of largest span: 113.9 ft.
Total length: 1,237.9 ft.
Deck width: 27.9 ft.
Also called:
Intracoastal Waterway Bridge
Approximate latitude, longitude:
+26.70602, -80.04645 (decimal degrees)
26°42'22" N, 80°02'47" W (degrees°minutes'seconds")
Approximate UTM coordinates:
17/594853/2954229 (zone/easting/northing)
Quadrangle map:
Palm Beach
Inventory numbers:
FDOT 930505 (Florida Dept. of Transportation bridge number)
FDOT 930022 (Florida Dept. of Transportation bridge number)
BH 12466 (Bridgehunter.com ID)
Inspection: (as of 04/1998)
Deck condition rating: Satisfactory (6 out of 9)
Superstructure condition rating: Satisfactory (6 out of 9)
Substructure condition rating: Critical (2 out of 9)
Appraisal: Structurally deficient
Sufficiency rating: 15.7 (out of 100)
Average daily traffic: (as of 1996)
11,000
Credit for the data above is given to the following website:
The property located at 20597 Chestnut St, Dunnellon, FL 34431 is a historic, Cape Cod-style single-family home with nearly a century of history in the heart of downtown Dunnellon.
Property Overview & Construction
Built in 1928: The home was constructed during the tail-end of Dunnellon's historic phosphate "Boomtown" era. It features the classic architectural style typical of the early 20th-century residential structures built in the area.
Layout: The home spans 2,424 square feet of living space, featuring 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a large front porch, and a loft/game room area.
Neighborhood History
2016 Sale: The home underwent extensive interior and exterior remodeling before selling on June 24, 2016, for $145,000.
Commercial Use: Reflecting the modern blending of historic downtown residences with local business use, the property was registered in March 2021 as the official record address for Rachel's Day Spa LLC, a licensed massage establishment.
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www.google.com/search?q=history+of+20597+chestnut+st+dunn...
www.zillow.com/homedetails/20597-Chestnut-St-Dunnellon-FL...
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The property located at 20597 Chestnut St, Dunnellon, FL 34431 is a historic, Cape Cod-style single-family home with nearly a century of history in the heart of downtown Dunnellon.
Property Overview & Construction
Built in 1928: The home was constructed during the tail-end of Dunnellon's historic phosphate "Boomtown" era. It features the classic architectural style typical of the early 20th-century residential structures built in the area.
Layout: The home spans 2,424 square feet of living space, featuring 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a large front porch, and a loft/game room area.
Neighborhood History
2016 Sale: The home underwent extensive interior and exterior remodeling before selling on June 24, 2016, for $145,000.
Commercial Use: Reflecting the modern blending of historic downtown residences with local business use, the property was registered in March 2021 as the official record address for Rachel's Day Spa LLC, a licensed massage establishment.
Credit for the data above is given to the following websites:
www.google.com/search?q=history+of+20597+chestnut+st+dunn...
www.zillow.com/homedetails/20597-Chestnut-St-Dunnellon-FL...
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Captain Smith's Cabin was built by Henry Smith by using those two stone slabs as one wall of the cabin. Inside he carved himself an alcove for his bed and a slot for his guns (we know what was important to him!). Below you can see some additional shots of the site (as soon as I add them...). Once again the fence is to keep cattle out, and the "gateway" and walkway are very narrow, enough for one person at a time.
"Smiths Cabin is the old home of Captain Henry Smith who came to Escalante Canyon after serving in the Civil War. He was a tombstone carver by trade. The Smith Cabin site actually consists of two cabins. The first cabin was Smiths main home and was built by erecting three walls against a large slab of Sandstone. Inside this cabin Smith carved out a niche in the sandstone rock for a bed and next to his bed he carved a slot to hold his guns." (from www.coloradowestoutdoors.com/home/day-outings/uncompaghre... )
Dominguez-Escalante NCA, CO
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This picture was shot on a tripod with five exposures (-4..-2..0..+2..+4EV). I used Photomatix to create the HDR with tone mapping and detail enhanced. I increased the overall saturation with Hue/Saturation in Photoshop. Curve adjustment to increase the overall contrast. 1 layer mask in soft light mode at 50% gray, using brush tool to lighten and darken some areas of the image, to bring out details. Used Nik Sharpener Pro to sharpen image.
On the drive up to Seattle, I decided to make a quick stop at the State Capitol of Washington in the city of Olympia. It was a Sunday. And there were not many people around except for some joggers. Presented in full HDR!
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The property at 11812 Illinois Street, Dunnellon, FL 34431 is a single-family home constructed in 1928, positioned inside the historic core of Dunnellon.
Property Overview
Home Type: Single-family residence
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2 full baths
Living Space: 1,633 square feet
Lot Size: 7,405 square feet
Year Built: 1928
Current Status: Off-market
Structural & Interior Details
Stories: 2 story
Heating: Heat pump
Roofing: Galvanized sheet metal
Zoning Code: RBO (Residential Business Office)
Location Context
The property sits in a quiet, mature neighborhood within the heart of Dunnellon. The area is positioned near the Rainbow and Withlacoochee Rivers, making it highly central to local municipal services and natural attractions.
Credit for the data above is given to the following websites:
www.google.com/search?q=11812+illinois+street+dunnellon+f...
www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/11812-Illinois-...
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First Church of Christ, Scientist, located at 809 South Flagler Drive in West Palm Beach, Florida, is a historic structure that on December 3, 1998, was determined to be eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places. However, the owner objected to the property being listed on the Register. It is still a functioning Christian Science church.
Credit for the data above is given to the following websites
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/First_Church_of_Christ,_Scientist_(West_Palm_Beach,_Florida)
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julian_Abele
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11 East Forsyth, formerly known as the Lynch Building and the American Heritage 11 East Forsyth, Jacksonville, Florida, USA / Architects: Pringle & Smith / Completed: 1926 / Floors: 17 / Height: 200 ft / Architectural Style: Neo-Classicism/ Added: NRHP: December 23, 2003Life Building, is a historic structure in Jacksonville, Florida. Originally developed by Stephen Andrew Lynch, as its current name suggests, it is located at 11 East Forsyth Street in Downtown Jacksonville. On December 23, 2003, it was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.
Vestcor invested more than $24 million to restore the building's exterior and transform the former offices into loft apartments, which tenants began to occupy during 2003.
The 17-story, 153,000 sq ft (14,200 m2) building originally contained commercial offices and was opened by entrepreneur and film pioneer Stephen Andrew Lynch. It was designed by architects Pringle & Smith in 1926 in the Chicago School style. It was constructed with limestone, marble and a facade of brick; the top of the structure contained a capital of terra-cotta. When it opened in 1926, it was Jacksonville's second tallest building, one floor less than the Barnett National Bank Building.
The building was renovated in 1962 and renamed the American Heritage Life Building when it was utilized as home office of the American Heritage Life Insurance Company. When the company built a new headquarters and left the downtown during the late 1980s, the structure was unoccupied for many years.
Jacksonville developer Vestcor began a historic preservation of the building in 2002 after obtaining a $17.8 million, 1.5% interest, 20-year loan from the city of Jacksonville. The company restored many architectural features including polychromatic terra-cotta panels, decorative ceilings and steel panels. Elevators, HVAC, electrical, plumbing and other infrastructure was modernized and a six-story parking garage was constructed adjacent to the building. The second floor was converted into a large community club room, a fitness center and a media room. Modern amenities were added while respecting the historic integrity of the structure. The building was renamed to "11 East Forsyth" and 127 apartments were opened in 2003 after $24 million and a year of construction. A Starbucks coffee bistro opened, but subsequently closed, leaving no tenants in the 4,500 sq ft (420 m2) of first-floor commercial space.
In late December 2009, Vestcor requested a modification to their loan terms, citing three years of operating losses at 11 East and their other renovated building, The Carling. The company asked for three years of interest-only payments plus low interest loans to potential tenants for the empty commercial space at 11 East. Three months later, the city approved the plan for principal deferral but took no action on tenant loans.
Credit for above data is given to this website:
Some of the remains of South Wheal Frances which lies midway between the towns of Redruth and Camborne Cornwall.
Year Built Unknown Builder Unknown Truss Type Queenpost Length 67 ft., 6
in. Width 11 ft., 10 in. Color Red Weight Limit 20 tons Roof Tin Siding Vertical
board Windows Six rectangular Abutments Stone and mortar Wingwalls Stone
and mortar, one capped with concrete Support Four heavy timbers Restoration
2001 Stream Templeton Fork of Wheeling Creek Location West Finley Twp
Ownership Washington County Accessibility Vehicular and pedestrian
• Longest covered bridge in Washington County
• Originally named Longdon L. Miller Bridge
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Blaine, Washington
Semiahmoo Spit is a spit that protrudes from the westernmost expanse of shore along Drayton Harbor in the city of Blaine, WA located in Whatcom County, WA.
Tongue Point is the northern tip of Semiahmoo Spit - at least that's the easiest way for me to distinguish the two somewhat overlapping place names. This was the site of a large cannery, and a small town, for much of the earlier part of the last century and many of the old buildings and wharves remain.
The historic structures have divided this shoreline into three separate sections of beach, each with a different texture and composition. The western segment, under the old piers, is gravelly sand that made it past the bar (see the previous post). The central segment is all sand. The eastern crescent beach is sand and gravel with lots of broken shells.
History:
In 1858, prospectors came to the Semiahmoo area searching for the Fraser River. The spit seemed like a logical place to set up a post as a launching point for further exploration into the mainland.
A trading post was soon established at the spit, and the owner drew up plans for Semiahmoo City. Semiahmoo was expected to become a migration boomtown, but it eventually developed into a fishing town, as the spit provided shelter for Drayton Harbor and an abundance of coastal resources.
Whatcom County's first salmon cannery opened in 1881 in Semiahmoo; in 1891, the Alaska Packers Association was the largest salmon cannery in the world. Salmon canning was to be the main source of revenue in Semiahmoo until 1980, when the land was purchased by the land development corporation. Recently, a park with a small, seasonal interpretive center was built near the headland, and the Semiahmoo Resort and Golf Course was built near the spit.
First Canneries:
Whatcom County’s first cannery was opened in August of 1882 by James Tarte and John Martin in Semiahmoo. In 1891, Daniel Drysdale built a small cannery at the end of Semiahmoo Spit that packed 7,369 cases of sockeye and 1,457 cases of Coho salmon in its first year. However, the ever-increasing number of canners made the 1890s a period of intense competition, and as a result, canneries began merging to better handle increased competition.
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Opatija is a town and a municipality in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County in western Croatia. The traditional seaside resort on the Kvarner Gulf is known for its Mediterranean climate and its historic buildings reminiscent of the Austrian Riviera.
Opatija was included in the territory of the Liburni, a pre-Roman Illyrian tribe. In Roman times, the area was home to several patrician villas connected to the nearby town of Castrum Laureana, the modern Lovran.
Croats settled in the region from about 700 AD onwards. Conquered by King Pepin of Italy, son of Charlemagne, in 789, the Istrian peninsula up to the Kvarner Gulf was incorporated into the Carolingian March of Friuli by 803. In the east, it bordered on the medieval Kingdom of Croatia established by King Tomislav about 925. Having invaded Italy, King Otto of Germany made the Istrian lands part of the vast March of Verona and Aquileia; from the 11th century onwards, the Imperial estates were held by the Patriarchs of Aquileia.
The town's modern history began in 1844, when Iginio Scarpa (1794–1866), a wealthy merchant from Rijeka, had the Villa Angiolina manor built in an extended park, where he received notable guests, such as Ban Josip Jelačić. In 1873 the Austrian Southern Railway company from Vienna opened the branch line from Pivka to Rijeka via nearby Matulji and thus opened the path for the development of tourism in Opatija and neighbouring Lovran. In 1882, the railway company purchased the Villa Angiolina, where it accommodated the crown princely couple Rudolf and Stéphanie. At the time, Friedrich Julius Schüler (1832–1894), the Managing Director of the Southern Railways, started the construction of the Hotel Quarnero (Kvarner Hotel) and the Hotel Kronprinzessin Stephanie (present-day Hotel Imperial), and also was responsible for the unique lungomare and parks (the Company engaged Carl Schubert, director of the Viennese Emperial-Royal Society for the construction of parks). The Villa Angiolina was later run by the Compagnie Internationale des Wagons-Lits. In the Angiolina Park today stands Schüler's bust, a work of the sculptor Hans Rathausky.
In 1908 a tramway line was opened, running from Matulji station along the coast via Opatija down to Lovran in the south. Opatija is best known nowadays as the venue for a 1912 chess tournament devoted to the King’s Gambit. The Austrian emperor Franz Joseph I used to spend several months there during the winter. He met there with the German emperor Wilhelm II on 29 March 1894; other crowned heads seeking relaxation included Empress Elisabeth of Austria and the German empress Augusta Victoria, King Carol I of Romania and his consort Elisabeth, King George I of Greece, King Albert of Saxony, Grand Duke William IV of Luxembourg, and Prince Nikola I Petrović-Njegoš. Many of the late 19th-century luxury hotels and villas have survived to present times.
In 1947 Opatija was given to Yugoslavia as part of the peace treaty with Italy; most of the Italian-speaking population emigrated to Italy. In 1963 the Hotel Adriatic, by the architect Andrija Čičin-Šain and his team was completed. Hotel "Adriatic" was the first hotel built in Opatija after the Austro-Hungarian era. The rooms of hotel "Adriatic" have been described as novelties in the hospitality industry. The "Casino Rosalia" was opened in Opatija – the first casino in Eastern Europe. In 1981 the Hotel "Admiral" and marina (200 berths and 40 dry berths) were completed. After the breakup of Yugoslavia which began in 1991, the town became part of Croatia.
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Opatija is a town and a municipality in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County in western Croatia. The traditional seaside resort on the Kvarner Gulf is known for its Mediterranean climate and its historic buildings reminiscent of the Austrian Riviera.
Opatija was included in the territory of the Liburni, a pre-Roman Illyrian tribe. In Roman times, the area was home to several patrician villas connected to the nearby town of Castrum Laureana, the modern Lovran.
Croats settled in the region from about 700 AD onwards. Conquered by King Pepin of Italy, son of Charlemagne, in 789, the Istrian peninsula up to the Kvarner Gulf was incorporated into the Carolingian March of Friuli by 803. In the east, it bordered on the medieval Kingdom of Croatia established by King Tomislav about 925. Having invaded Italy, King Otto of Germany made the Istrian lands part of the vast March of Verona and Aquileia; from the 11th century onwards, the Imperial estates were held by the Patriarchs of Aquileia.
The town's modern history began in 1844, when Iginio Scarpa (1794–1866), a wealthy merchant from Rijeka, had the Villa Angiolina manor built in an extended park, where he received notable guests, such as Ban Josip Jelačić. In 1873 the Austrian Southern Railway company from Vienna opened the branch line from Pivka to Rijeka via nearby Matulji and thus opened the path for the development of tourism in Opatija and neighbouring Lovran. In 1882, the railway company purchased the Villa Angiolina, where it accommodated the crown princely couple Rudolf and Stéphanie. At the time, Friedrich Julius Schüler (1832–1894), the Managing Director of the Southern Railways, started the construction of the Hotel Quarnero (Kvarner Hotel) and the Hotel Kronprinzessin Stephanie (present-day Hotel Imperial), and also was responsible for the unique lungomare and parks (the Company engaged Carl Schubert, director of the Viennese Emperial-Royal Society for the construction of parks). The Villa Angiolina was later run by the Compagnie Internationale des Wagons-Lits. In the Angiolina Park today stands Schüler's bust, a work of the sculptor Hans Rathausky.
In 1908 a tramway line was opened, running from Matulji station along the coast via Opatija down to Lovran in the south. Opatija is best known nowadays as the venue for a 1912 chess tournament devoted to the King’s Gambit. The Austrian emperor Franz Joseph I used to spend several months there during the winter. He met there with the German emperor Wilhelm II on 29 March 1894; other crowned heads seeking relaxation included Empress Elisabeth of Austria and the German empress Augusta Victoria, King Carol I of Romania and his consort Elisabeth, King George I of Greece, King Albert of Saxony, Grand Duke William IV of Luxembourg, and Prince Nikola I Petrović-Njegoš. Many of the late 19th-century luxury hotels and villas have survived to present times.
In 1947 Opatija was given to Yugoslavia as part of the peace treaty with Italy; most of the Italian-speaking population emigrated to Italy. In 1963 the Hotel Adriatic, by the architect Andrija Čičin-Šain and his team was completed. Hotel "Adriatic" was the first hotel built in Opatija after the Austro-Hungarian era. The rooms of hotel "Adriatic" have been described as novelties in the hospitality industry. The "Casino Rosalia" was opened in Opatija – the first casino in Eastern Europe. In 1981 the Hotel "Admiral" and marina (200 berths and 40 dry berths) were completed. After the breakup of Yugoslavia which began in 1991, the town became part of Croatia.
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The property located at 20565 W Pennsylvania Ave, Dunnellon, FL 34431 is a two-story commercial retail building built in 1952 within the city's Historic Downtown District.
Property Overview & Construction
Construction Year: The building was erected in 1952.
Structure: It is a two-story building featuring approximately 2,627 square feet of space.
Lot Size: The building sits on a 0.08-acre (3,485 square feet) downtown lot.
Commercial & Tennant History
Strategic Location: Positioned in the Historic Downtown Dunnellon district, it sits near the heavily traveled intersection of Pennsylvania Avenue and US Highway 41.
Corporate Registrations: In March 1993, the address became the registered office for MG Quality Enterprises, managed by agent Margaret J. Hegedus.
Thrift Store Use: The lower level historically operated as a boutique retail space, most notably hosting The Path Shelter Boutique Store, a thrift operation supporting a local community shelter.
Recent Sales History
July 2024 Sale: The property changed hands for $129,000 (initially listed at $127,700 under MLS OM672826).
Current Ownership: It was acquired by BMH Holdings Group LLC before transfer to its current private owner.
Credit for the data above is given to the following websites:
www.google.com/search?q=history+of+20565+w+pennsylvania+a...
www.loopnet.com/Listing/20565-W-Pennsylvania-Ave-Dunnello...
www.google.com/search?q=history+of+20565+w+pennsylvania+a...
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The property at 20559 Chestnut Street in Dunnellon, Florida, is a historic structure that has evolved from a 1920s residence into a commercial hub for local wellness and beauty businesses.
Construction and Early History
Built in 1928: The structure was originally erected during Dunnellon's early growth periods, designed as a classic regional single-family home.
Layout: Property records outline the original footprint as a 1,135 to 1,543 square foot layout situated on a 7,405 square foot downtown lot.
Historic District: It is situated in the historic downtown corridor of Dunnellon, characterized by preserved early-20th-century architecture.
Real Estate Transitions
2007 Sale: The property changed hands on June 29, 2007, selling for $75,000.
Remodeling: Following the sale, the building underwent extensive interior remodeling to transition the historic "as-is" residential footprint into a multi-suite commercial space while maintaining its exterior historic charm.
Commercial Evolution
Following its remodel, the building became a well-known address for local personal care services:
Bellisima by Zory Salon & Spa: Incorporated at this address in July 2007 by Zoraida Rivera (Ruane), this boutique salon has operated out of the building for nearly two decades. It hosts specialized independent styling operators, such as Rooted with Emy.
Cool Hand Travis LLC: The property also houses this dedicated massage therapy practice, offering deep tissue and therapeutic sports massages within the shared historic space.
Credit for the data above is given to the following websites:
www.google.com/search?q=history+of+20559+chestnut+street+...
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Year Built 1845 Builder William Gordon Truss Type Queenpost Length 39
ft., 6 in. Width 11 ft., 8 in. Color Red Weight Limit 10 tons Windows Four
rectangular Roof Tin Siding Vertical board Abutments Stone and mortar capped
with concrete Wingwalls Concrete on north end, stone and mortar on south end
Support Heavy timbers Restoration 2006 Stream Middle Wheeling Creek
Location West Finley Twp Ownership Washington County Accessibility
Vehicular and pedestrian
• Oldest bridge remaining in Washington County
• Located 1/10 of a mi from the WV border, making it the farthest
west of any bridge in PA
• Named after former property owners, the Erskine family
• Survived both the strip mining and floods of 1888
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Year Built Unknown Builder Unknown Truss Type Queenpost Length 39 ft.
Width 11 ft., 10 in. Color Red Weight Limit 3 tons Roof Sheet metal
Siding Vertical board Windows Four rectangular Abutments Stone and mortar
Wingwalls Stone and mortar on one end, concrete on the other Support Two sets
of heavy timbers Restoration 2000 Stream Robinson Fork of Wheeling Creek
Location West Finley Twp
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Constructed in the early 1920's, the Gillespie Dam diverted much needed water from the Gila River to irrigate the arid farmland downstream. A section of the dam failed during a flood in 1993. While that missing section was never reconstructed, the majority of Gillespie Dam remains. The 79 alcoves created by it's reinforced concrete multiple dome & buttress design have evolved, 11 alcoves were destroyed in the 1993 flood, into individual and unique ecosystems where plants flourish, birds build nests, and fish find refuge from the harsh sun. Counting from the west end of the dam, this is the 58th Alcove. As the sun moves across the sky each day, it creates a slow moving and ever changing mosaic of shadows, light, and reflections.
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One of the only 2 Covered bridges in Lawrence County the other being McConnell Mills
Built in 1889 using a Burr arch truss.. At 121' long the bridge spans the Neshannock Creek
The building located at 11868 US-41 (locally known as 11868 N. Williams Street) in Dunnellon, Florida, is a historically significant structure known as The Blue Lodge.
Key Historical Facts
The Structure: Built around 1930 to 1944, this 4,643-square-foot Masonry Vernacular building features distinct architectural detailing, including two courses of rusticated concrete blocks layered between the first and second stories
Masonic Roots: It was originally erected to serve as the local Masonic Hall. It is officially owned and operated by the Dunnellon Blue Lodge #114 (Most Worshipful Union Grand Lodge of Florida, PHA).
Civil Rights Significance: According to local archives and community histories, the building holds immense local civil rights importance as the site of the very first NAACP meeting in Marion County.
Community Hub: Over the decades, it has served as a central meeting space for local organizations, including the Jonathan Chapter #198 Order of the Eastern Star.
Recent Developments
The building sits within the historic downtown corridor. In late 2024, a partial demolition project took place to safely remove a damaged back portion of the aging structure. The project was completed using a Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) grant approved by the City of Dunnellon Historic Board to help preserve the main historic storefront.
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A ponte românica de Puente la Reina é um dos exemplos de arquitetura civil mais interessantes do Caminho de Santiago em Navarra. Ela foi construída no século XI por uma rainha anónima de Navarra, que se acredita ter sido Muniadona de Castilla, esposa de Sancho el Mayor ou Estefanía, esposa do rei García el de Nájera. A ponte tem sete arcos de meio ponto e cinco pilares, e é um dos monumentos mais belos da rota. Ela é ponto de encontro de peregrinos que seguem para Santiago de Compostela ao longo do Caminho de Santiago.
The Romanesque bridge of Puente la Reina is one of the most interesting examples of civil architecture on the Way of Saint James in Navarre. It was built in the 11th century by an anonymous queen of Navarre, believed to have been Muniadona de Castilla, wife of Sancho el Mayor or Estefanía, wife of King García el de Nájera. The bridge has seven half-point arches and five pillars and is one of the most beautiful monuments on the route. It is a meeting point for pilgrims heading to Santiago de Compostela along the Way of Saint James.
Woodpile on the side of an outbuilding at the Thompson-Neely House in Washington Crossing Historic Park in Pennsylvania. I thought the textures and colors of the building and wood were interesting. Visit this great park at www.ushistory.org/WashingtonCrossing/index.htm.
Upon completion in 1927, the Gillespie Dam Bridge was the longest bridge structure in Arizona. Total Length: 1,662 ft, Width: 25 ft, Longest Span: 336 ft, Number of Spans: 9.
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A first distant view of Dillard Mill Missouri. This is a historic water powered mill in Crawford county Missouri
The property at 20559 Chestnut Street in Dunnellon, Florida, is a historic structure that has evolved from a 1920s residence into a commercial hub for local wellness and beauty businesses.
Construction and Early History
Built in 1928: The structure was originally erected during Dunnellon's early growth periods, designed as a classic regional single-family home.
Layout: Property records outline the original footprint as a 1,135 to 1,543 square foot layout situated on a 7,405 square foot downtown lot.
Historic District: It is situated in the historic downtown corridor of Dunnellon, characterized by preserved early-20th-century architecture.
Real Estate Transitions
2007 Sale: The property changed hands on June 29, 2007, selling for $75,000.
Remodeling: Following the sale, the building underwent extensive interior remodeling to transition the historic "as-is" residential footprint into a multi-suite commercial space while maintaining its exterior historic charm.
Commercial Evolution
Following its remodel, the building became a well-known address for local personal care services:
Bellisima by Zory Salon & Spa: Incorporated at this address in July 2007 by Zoraida Rivera (Ruane), this boutique salon has operated out of the building for nearly two decades. It hosts specialized independent styling operators, such as Rooted with Emy.
Cool Hand Travis LLC: The property also houses this dedicated massage therapy practice, offering deep tissue and therapeutic sports massages within the shared historic space.
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Honfleur, France
Eglise Sainte-Catherine was built in the mid-15th century on the site of the previous stone church that was destoyed during the English invasion in 1419 of the 100 Years’ War. It is the largest church built of wood and having a separate bell tower in France. The stone used in the original church was replaced by wood, which was easier to obtain and also to construct by the local shipbuilders. The crèche de Noël is at the front of the church.
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11 East Forsyth, formerly known as the Lynch Building and the American Heritage 11 East Forsyth, Jacksonville, Florida, USA / Architects: Pringle & Smith / Completed: 1926 / Floors: 17 / Height: 200 ft / Architectural Style: Neo-Classicism/ Added: NRHP: December 23, 2003Life Building, is a historic structure in Jacksonville, Florida. Originally developed by Stephen Andrew Lynch, as its current name suggests, it is located at 11 East Forsyth Street in Downtown Jacksonville. On December 23, 2003, it was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.
Vestcor invested more than $24 million to restore the building's exterior and transform the former offices into loft apartments, which tenants began to occupy during 2003.
The 17-story, 153,000 sq ft (14,200 m2) building originally contained commercial offices and was opened by entrepreneur and film pioneer Stephen Andrew Lynch. It was designed by architects Pringle & Smith in 1926 in the Chicago School style. It was constructed with limestone, marble and a facade of brick; the top of the structure contained a capital of terra-cotta. When it opened in 1926, it was Jacksonville's second tallest building, one floor less than the Barnett National Bank Building.
The building was renovated in 1962 and renamed the American Heritage Life Building when it was utilized as home office of the American Heritage Life Insurance Company. When the company built a new headquarters and left the downtown during the late 1980s, the structure was unoccupied for many years.
Jacksonville developer Vestcor began a historic preservation of the building in 2002 after obtaining a $17.8 million, 1.5% interest, 20-year loan from the city of Jacksonville. The company restored many architectural features including polychromatic terra-cotta panels, decorative ceilings and steel panels. Elevators, HVAC, electrical, plumbing and other infrastructure was modernized and a six-story parking garage was constructed adjacent to the building. The second floor was converted into a large community club room, a fitness center and a media room. Modern amenities were added while respecting the historic integrity of the structure. The building was renamed to "11 East Forsyth" and 127 apartments were opened in 2003 after $24 million and a year of construction. A Starbucks coffee bistro opened, but subsequently closed, leaving no tenants in the 4,500 sq ft (420 m2) of first-floor commercial space.
In late December 2009, Vestcor requested a modification to their loan terms, citing three years of operating losses at 11 East and their other renovated building, The Carling. The company asked for three years of interest-only payments plus low interest loans to potential tenants for the empty commercial space at 11 East. Three months later, the city approved the plan for principal deferral but took no action on tenant loans.
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