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The long-abandend Shell convenience store and car wash at Alvernon and 22nd St is being razed to build another Dutch Brothers drive-through. https://tucson.com/business/tucson-real-estate-dutch-bros-to-move-in-near-reid/article_22374fb9-482d-5bdc-8363-1c531fc3b8b5.html?fbclid=IwAR0Ks1EGviLDix2Dh7Tw_Xzd0cKaqF7Ho4jRtVmQXFOdUQTro1gmqYWZB7A A year or so a go, there was an article in one of the local papers about the possibility of a McDonald's going in on that corner. The project was not approved because not enough land could be acquired from the surrounding neighborhood to allow for sufficient parking spaces. It looks like there is plenty of land being cleared now, so something must have changed.

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Hello Rudy, We haven't heard from you in ages. Are you still out there? Everyone misses you. Carlos

I believe that the wall at the Farmer Johns has been repainted a couple times. Does anyone have pics of the original and can you give me some history

Hi all! I think I found at least a little bit of history, although I'm not positive of when the Quonsets were actually brought onto the property. According to Property Shark, the date the Quonsets were brought there is 1952. In 1952, Hunziker Construction was listed at that address, opening in 1936, closing down in 1973. The Quonsets show up on Historic Aerials as early as 1958, the earliest aerial I get. In 1986 Lawrence Hickey and Sons obtains a permit to construct an office addition to an existing nonconforming contractors equipment yard, vehicle maintenance facility (Quonset?) and office (the 2nd Quoset?). B & D Auto and Truck comes in in 1992. Could not find when it actually became Shelquist which is odd, but appears in papers as B & D, owned by Brian Shelquist. His father, Frank Shelquist (who owned a shop at 2nd and Alvernon) passed in 1992 and the new shop on Seneca opens just after. The Quonsets must have been brought in by the Hunziker folks since they owned the property during that time. I'd bet they were older than that since in 1946 the War Assets Administration in Tucson was selling surplus, but new, Quonsets to use as homes or office buildings. Sad to see them go, but a park would be nice for the children in that neighborhood. My old buddy Jack who used to live on Chrysler (one of the first houses built there, before the high school went in), would probably have something to say about it though :) Catherine

So I created this photo album (3701 East Seneca Street) but I don't seem to be able to post photos to the album. Is it just me? Or what?

So I've never been in the Rialto Theater and know it's a Tucson landmark and gem. Would love to get a tour or just look around. Went to the ticket booth yesterday and asked if there were any opportunities to see the interior and was promptly told - no. There are no tours or you cannot just look around. Anyone else have such an interest? Does anyone know the owners or have contacts to ask about a tour? Just a thought. Thanks - john - tucson native

Howdy: I regret to inform that the former Arizona Party Supply building at 4826 East Speedway Blvd (just west of Arcadia Ave) is being demolished. As of Saturday (02-FEB) the interior has been stripped but the building itself (with its beautiful curved-wood roofline and protruding awning/ canopy) is still standing if anyone wants to take a final peek. Why is it coming down? For a parking lot, of course. - Link to submitted historical documentation -- http://tucson.siretechnologies.com/SIREPub/filesresults.aspx?cabinet=Permits&showfile=true&fileid=9277517&ext=pdf (~15MB, 45 pages, PDF format) -- including information from UA's CAPLA's MAPP project. - Bonus link to 1961 aerial photo of that block -- http://tucson.siretechnologies.com/SIREPub/filesresults.aspx?cabinet=Permits&showfile=true&fileid=9114790&ext=pdf Another bonus: mural on the block wall at the back of 4850 East Speedway, visible from Swanway Park (one block south of Speedway on Arcadia) Cheers, Les.

Hi there, I'm trying to track down a picture of horses standing inside a bar from a long, long time ago in Tucson. Maybe the 50s? I got to see the photo at the restaurant at Ryan Field many years ago. I understand that the restaurant has since changed owners and the photo is not there anymore. Any ideas? thanks, Mary B

Hello All, Halloween is nearly upon us, so it's time once again to report your encounters with the supernatural in Tucson. Can you add to our list? Can you personally confirm anyone else’s anecdotes? Ghost Tour update: I’m still very willing to lead a fact-based, historically accurate ghost tour for VanishingTucson.com members. Based on research, I still cannot find enough previously unknown potentially haunted sites within easy walking distance of each other to create a walking tour. As mentioned before, many of the best sites are now parking lots created by urban renewal or other demolitions. I’m still working on this project, so please post your experiences. I’m sure you noticed this Group has been sleepy for awhile. Lately, instead of posting messages here, I’ve been conducting one-on-one interviews with longtime Tucsonans for a future podcast. I’ll be putting out a call for interviewees here soon. Stay tuned for that! Meanwhile, please post your paranormal experiences here, and I'll add them to our list. This is a semi-private group, so there's no need to be bashful about sharing your experiences. Thanks to everyone who contacted me off-board last year! Here’s a good example: The Balboa Spectre For years, residents in the vicinity of Fort Lowell Road near Oracle Road have reported seeing an old woman strolling down Balboa Avenue. When approached, the woman de-materializes. Significantly, people have noticed her while walking to and from Evergreen Cemetery, a couple blocks away. Possibly significant, they have noticed her while walking to / from Speedy’s Liquors. You may have noticed Speedy's Liquors. Its a tiny, Modernist commercial building built in 1953 at 201 W. Fort Lowell, originally the office of Ace Trailer Sales. Ads in 1954 boasted “20 foot trailer, $150”. ........................................................................................................................... Our massive alphabetical list below was compiled from books, newspapers, T.V., online sources, and of course, our VanishingTucson first hand accounts. Like our list of Tucson films, it is the most comprehensive list available anywhere. Thanks to all of you! <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> American Home Furnishings building on north Oracle see: Oracle View Cinemas 4690 N Oracle Rd <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> Arizona Desert School, Christie Drive, north end of 1st Ave Operated circa 1930’s to 1950’s. Abandoned for years, considered haunted, then demolished. From VanishingTucson.com… Fred wrote “I asked my Dad this one and even he didn't know. At the end of 1st avenue, called Christie Drive, there used to be an abandoned complex of buildings (late 60s) that could have been a rest home or something like it. There were 3 or 4 wings with enclosed courtyards, and one 2-story section that overlooked a pool and had a great view of the city. Now, this is a bunch of condos or apartments…” Ted replied: “[Arizona Desert School] was a private school offering top notch education and services to young men with health problems. There was a stable, corrals, polo field, sports courts and many other benefits. Each student had his own horse, courtesy of the School, chores to do each day, and a full schedule of classes. Many of the kids came from the East, and included the Firestone (tires) brothers, the Haggin brothers (horse racing), movie actor Butch Jenkins, actor Robert Montgomery's son, and others.” Thanks to “dr13us” for clarification <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> Arizona Historical Society, 949 E. Second Street Many of the employees of the Arizona Historical Society have experienced unexplained phenomena over the years. AHS has had it’s budget slashed, including staff, so it’s not hard to be alone in a cavernous wing of the huge, silent, building. If you believe in spirits, it should be easy to find them in a building stuffed with centuries-old artifacts, but remember that AHS employees are highly educated, u

I found a nice, clean, color photo of Hi Corbett Field, sometime in the 50's. Posted it in the "I don't know where to post this" file. :)

Hello All, Just a quick note to let everyone know that Tucson Modernism Week is here again! If you're not familiar, Tucson Modernism Week is dozens of events, all week long, all over Tucson, celebrating different aspects of the bygone postwar period. The same things we talk about here: Mid-century homes, buildings, signs, fashions, car culture, popular culture, design, etc., etc. There's almost too much for one person to see, but it's worth a try. Some events are free and others require tickets. Remember, your ticket cost goes directly to benefit the Tucson Historic Preservation Foundation which works all year long, usually behind the scenes, to save the things in Tucson we all love. Here's a great way to contribute to a good cause, and get some entertainment and education at the same time. Looking forward to seeing you there again this year. Thanks, Carlos Please go explore the website and see all the activities. http://preservetucson.org/modernism-week/

Beau Brummels, on Main just north of Speedway, was torn down today. Another part of Tucson's history felled by the wreaking ball.

I don't recall seeing any posts about this but if there were, I apologize for the duplication. The Miracle Mile corridor, from west of Fairview, down Oracle to Drachman and south on Stone to 6th St, contains mid-century architecture and neon, which will now be protected and hopefully restored. Here is a link to the Tucson Historic Preservation Foundation's website page: https://preservetucson.org/stories/tucsons-miracle-mile-listed-in-the-national-register-of-historic-places/ Azbluewhale

This year Luminaria Night will take place on Saturday, Dec 9th, from 3 to 8 pm with these activities planned for the afternoon and evening: Carrillo School's 81st Las Posadas Procession The Night Before Christmas/Era la Vispera de Navidad read in English and Spanish by Arizona Daily Star's David Fitzsimmons and local musician Ellen Edmonson Murphy Lalo Guerrero's Pancho Claus performed by Ellen Edmonson Murphy Presidio cannon fire! Night musket demonstration Christmas tree and cookie decorating, tin?\smithing and ornament making Traditional carols performed by El Camino Ancho Free Champurrado ?\ Mexican hot chocolate Single tamales and tamale plates for sale at the kitchen door Holiday shopping in the Museum gift shop.The Presidio website is: http://tucsonpresidio.com/ Welcome to the Presidio San Agustín del Tucson Museum ... tucsonpresidio.com The Presidio San Agust í n del Tucson Museum is a re-creation of the Tucson Presidio built in 1775. Visitors travel back in time to learn about life as early ...

I attended the LightHouse YMCA regularly in the late 1950's. Our day camp headquarters was an old, large 2 story house about 100 feet south of the pool complex. A large courtyard behind the home, a small air rifle range on the Columbus side. Enough room on the grounds for archery, and the skeleton of an early fighter jet on the East side, it's belly filled with cement ballast. Great memories made at the old house, it's grounds and the camping trips to Mount Lemon. When you reference the Y being near the site of the old McCormick Mansion was this the building referred to? Also, are there pictures of the old LightHouse Y property?

I attended the LightHouse YMCA regularly in the late 1950's. Our day camp headquarters was an old, large 2 story house about 100 feet south of the pool complex. A large courtyard behind the home, a small air rifle range on the Columbus side. Enough room on the grounds for archery, and the skeleton of an early fighter jet on the East side, it's belly filled with cement ballast. Great memories made there. When you reference the Y being near the site of the old McCormick Mansion was this the building referred to?

Hello All, Halloween is upon us again, so it's time to report your encounters with the supernatural in Tucson. Can you add to our list? Can you personally confirm anyone else’s anecdotes? Public interest in the paranormal keeps growing, and I've noticed that young people are more aware of history and historic buildings because of it. I’m still very willing to lead a fact-based, historically accurate ghost tour for VanishingTucson.com members. Based on preliminary research, I was not able to find enough previously unknown potentially haunted sites within easy walking distance of each other to create a walking tour. Some of the best sites are now parking lots created by urban renewal or other demolitions. I’m still working on this project, so please post your experiences. This is a semi-private group, so there's no need to be bashful about sharing your encounters with the unexplained. I’ll share something strange. There have been many reports of strange occurrences at the Lighthouse YMCA on Columbus. The building is near the site of the old McCormick mansion, and this area was inhabited by the Hohokam for centuries. In the lobby there is a metallic message board with several magnets on it. Last December, on three separate occasions, when I wished someone a merry Christmas, a magnet fell off the board. In ten years, I have never seen a magnet fall off before or since. Thanks to everyone who posted last year! There were personal stories reported about Old Pueblo Traders, Fort Lowell, and Palo Verde High School. I’ve added your reports to the list. Our massive alphabetical list below was compiled from books, newspapers, T.V., online sources, and of course, our VanishingTucson first hand accounts. Like our list of Tucson films, it is the most comprehensive list available anywhere. Thanks to all of you! Carlos Here’s the big list. It may take a minute to load, or be truncated by Yahoo: <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> American Home Furnishings building on north Oracle see: Oracle View Cinemas 4690 N Oracle Rd <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> Arizona Desert School , Christie Drive, north end of 1st Ave Operated circa 1930’s to 1950’s. Abandoned for years, considered haunted, then demolished. From VanishingTucson.com… Fred wrote “I asked my Dad this one and even he didn't know. At the end of 1st avenue , called Christie Drive , there used to be an abandoned complex of buildings (late 60s) that could have been a rest home or something like it. There were 3 or 4 wings with enclosed courtyards, and one 2-story section that overlooked a pool and had a great view of the city. Now, this is a bunch of condos or apartments…” Ted replied: “[ Arizona Desert School ] was a private school offering top notch education and services to young men with health problems. There was a stable, corrals, polo field, sports courts and many other benefits. Each student had his own horse, courtesy of the School, chores to do each day, and a full schedule of classes. Many of the kids came from the East, and included the Firestone (tires) brothers, the Haggin brothers (horse racing), movie actor Butch Jenkins, actor Robert Montgomery's son, and others.” Thanks to “dr13us” for clarification <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> Arizona Historical Society, 949 E. Second Street Many of the employees of the Arizona Historical Society have experienced unexplained phenomena over the years. AHS has had it’s budget slashed, including staff, so it’s not hard to be alone in a cavernous wing of the huge, silent, building. If you believe in spirits, it should be easy to find them in a building stuffed with centuries-old artifacts, but remember that AHS employees are highly educated, un-superstitious historians and archivists. Most of their stories involve the usual weird sounds and voices. The most specific account seems to involve a painting from the Spanish Colonial period, which just so happens to be stored in the oldest part of the building,

hello Carlos; might you have a photo of the Richfield station that was at the S. corner of 22nd street and Park? The owner Al Jobst worked on our Porsches back in the 60's. When the city tore down the station Al purchased a automatic car wash on 22nd street west of Swan and converted it into the Porsche dealer for 1 year (1969)only then it became Grand Prix Motors BMW dealership. Al would eventually sell to the business to Bib Stillwell of LearJet fame. The Tucson Chapter of Porsche Club of America recently celebrated it's 50th anniversary and one missing link was a photo of the Richfield station & repair where we hung out with our 356 Porsche cars. Thanks so much, Jeff Gamble Tucsonan since 1951 ?