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Re: Digest Number 1698
Visited those apartment once. It was around "93 and I was looking for a place to rent. But they were pretty darn run down then. They've been in bad shape for a long time. 119 N. Commercial Street, Suite 910 Bellingham, Washington 98225 (360) 746-0400 This message is an attorney communication intended only for those persons and entities named herein. Unless otherwise stated, it should be deemed privileged and confidential. If this message was erroneously sent to and/or received by you, you are hereby placed on notice that you are not authorized to review, copy or forward its contents or attachments. In that event, please immediately notify Roy Martin by telephone at (360) 746-0400. [Foreign recipients, you must append the number 1, the country code for the United States, to the front of the above-referenced telephone number.] Please return the original message to this firm and delete all contents from computers and storage devices under your control. On Sat, Feb 7, 2015 at 12:30 AM, <vanishingtucson@...> wrote:
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Re: U of A continues to demolish its history
I lived in one of the downstairs units in those apartments back in the late 60's while attending the UofA. It was just a crash pad then. I see that some money has been spent renovating the exterior of those buildings. It would be a shame to tear them down.
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Re: San Gabriel Neighborhood
Ken, are you sure on that?? Been here since 1959, The only "burger joint" (from that era) at the corner was the former "Johnie's" (home of the Fat Boy) on the SW corner.? They had drive-up service on the south side of the building (out back..) with car hops.? Something like today's "Sonic" restaurants...but genuine, original.
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Re: U of A continues to demolish its history
I hate to see yet more buildings come down, on the other hand, along with the little building at 714 Euclid that will also be demolished, it is also up to the OWNERS of these buildings to not allow them to fall into such disrepair that they can be targeted.? I don't know as much about the apartments (although you can thank the enormous, view-blocking high rise dorms for the fact that smaller units are being destroyed), but 714 looks like it could fall down on its own.? Screams owner neglect!? I know UA was using that building at one time so not sure if they are the current owners, but it would make perfect sense.? I'm sure the owners are getting a pretty price for the property, without having to waste a dime making improvements. For such a "historic" city were going to the dogs of development... |
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U of A continues to demolish its history
Hello All, It's true, the San Gabriel discussion seemed to be about preventing MacDonalds, and has nothing to do with an unremarkable Shell station.? A much better issue is the decision to demolish a row of three 1930's buildings on 4th Street at Euclid.? These adorable little apartments provided a little charm and history in the shadow of a monstrous UA parking garage.? Most Universities would never have allowed these buildings to be neglected. Other campuses offer cute housing like this, properly maintained, to their faculty or visiting lecturers.? Grad students almost always prefer homes with character over massive housing projects. And we certainly don't need another huge hotel on campus. Here's how they looked recently... ? And here's the big building they want to build..? ? In the old days, the buildings were called Gibbons' Apartments.? Just checking, did any of you UA Alumni live in that area around the Main Gate the old Geronimo Hotel? Thanks, Carlos |
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Re: San Gabriel Neighborhood
Here is the CofT Planning & Development re-zoning memorandum concerning the issue. It appears that a residential lot on Camino de Palmas to the north of the gas station site would be rezoned to provide for parking. San Gabriel is not what I would consider a "historic neighborhood" but I'm sure that doesn't matter to whoever is living in that house. |
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Re: San Gabriel Neighborhood
Here's the text of the article. Don't know why the link is broken. Neighbors protesting a McDonald's opening on 22nd and Alvernon
TUCSON - A central Tucson neighborhood rally has occurred on Thursday, Jan. 29 in order stop a McDonald's from opening nearby. According to San Gabriel residents, a home in their neighborhood would have to be eliminated if the McDonald's goes up at the old Shell Station located at 22nd Street and Alvernon Way. This would be caused by the rezoning of more than half an acre of land in order to create parking for the fast food restaurant. "[It would be] an eye sore to have to look over ever morning," said resident Timothy Darko. "To have to look up to leave our home, get out of bed or run our dogs in the neighborhood and look up to see two giant yellow arches that have been on 24-hours a day." City Hall held a public hearing at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday to discuss the McDonald's location. News 4 Tucson has reached out to McDonald's with no response. I'm confused because there is a lot of vacant land to the east of the Shell Station. And besides, I've seen McDonald's with less parking than a half acre of parking. |
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Re: San Gabriel Neighborhood
The gas station on the NE corner of 22/Alvernon will be turned into a new McDonald's location. Neighbors in the TV story were complaining about having to look at the Golden Arches sign.?
As far as I can tell, there is nothing "historic" about that corner...and if there was, it was wiped off when the now-abandoned gas station was built.? It would appear the only real change would be to replace an empty eyesore with something that might generate some tax revenue for the City of Tucson. John |
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Re: Western fashions of the 1950¡¯s?
Going to school in Willcox (in the 50's & 60's), I remember we could wear pants/Levis only now and then. ?I don't think our school did anything special for the rodeo days in Tucson, but I loved the rodeo anyway!
My favorite "jeans" were the white (actually cream-colored) Levis. ?I would make a handkerchief-patterned blouse, then use the left over fabric to make a flare in the pant legs. ?I would open up the outside lower leg seams and sew in a fan-shaped piece of fabric so that I had a "bell-bottom" look to my pants. ?I really enjoyed the western look & still do! |
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Valley of the Moon Historic Landmark Rezoning
Valley of the Moon
¿ªÔÆÌåÓýDear Group,Valley of the Moon is working with the Tucson Historic Preservation Foundation to designate Valley of the Moon a Tucson Historic Landmark. If all goes according to plan we will be the first new Tucson Historic Landmark in TWENTY years! You can read more details about what the landmark designation achieves on our website at: Valley of the Moon needs your support for this process. We are asking people to show their love for Valley of the Moon by writing letters to the Zoning Examiner expressing support for the designation. There are sample letters available at the above link and you can even email them in! The zoning examiner meeting will be held on February 5, 2015 so please get your letters in soon. The meeting is open to the public and anyone can testify. If you¡¯d like to express your support in person please come! Best Regards, Zack Jarrett President, Valley of the Moon P.S. You can stay informed about all the goings on at Valley of the Moon by signing up for our email list at the following link: |
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Re: Western fashions of the 1950¡¯s?
I can remember if you were going to wear western wear you had to wear 3 items that were considered western. Levi's were always a 1st choice for girls since that was the only time we could wear them to school, & a bandana around the neck. It was always great fun deciding what to "borrow" from dads & brothers to wear! Good ole days!!!! This was in the 50's & 60's that I went to school. Davidson, Doolen & Catalina. |
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Re: Western fashions of the 1950¡¯s?
i seem to remember (am reminded by this conversation) that during rodeo week at our school (peter howel elementary, 1968) this was the week girls were allowed to wear pants to school.? this was thrilling and much planning went into choosing rodeo-appropriate clothing to celebrate the events.? does anyone else have a similar memory?
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