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Originally Posted by Lwize
Decor like that is always removed in LA renovations for earthquake safety. It's like someone took a pallet knife and scraped the tops of all the old buildings around the city.
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I was focusing more on the blank area that often bears the name of the business, the building, or the date of construction (bottom). Considering the early '30s economy, this could be a clue that the original or current occupant was not long term.
TD Mott - 1885 - S. Main Street, between 1st and 2nd streets.
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