The Alan John Factory - San Diego, CA
Posted by: bluesnote
N 32° 42.682 W 117° 09.561
11S E 485065 N 3619300
One of many historical markers in downtown San Diego.
Waymark Code: WM15BX9
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 12/03/2021
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The plaque says, "This four-story building is made of concrete with a pressed brick front, and a loft-like gallery on the first floor. In 1910, George Hazard and Elwyn Gould opened a hardware store here and later used it as a warehouse. Later, Krasne's Leather Goods and Guns operated on the ground floor, and the upper floors contained the Alan John Clothing Factory."
Group that erected the marker: Gaslamp Quarter
Address of where the marker is located. Approximate if necessary: San Diego, CA, USA
URL of a web site with more information about the history mentioned on the sign: Not listed
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