Pendleton in Umatilla County, Oregon — The American West (Northwest)
Temple-Martin Building
Dr. Temple purchased the North half of this building (the Martin Building) in 1920 and he acquired the St. George (now Temple) Hotel in 1922. The Martine building contained such businesses as the Rex Hotel and a Sear-Roebuck store during the 1940's when this photo was taken.
The building was remodelled (sic) to its present state in 1951. While the remodelling (sic) of this building destroyed much of the exterior historic character, it resulted in a building design consistent with the Temple Hotel (stucco facing, frameless window openings, and bold, rusticated corner pilasters).
The buildings were purchased from Dr. Temple's heirs by Robert and Barbara Sawalish in 1980.
Erected by City of Pendleton.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1883.
Location. 45° 40.268′ N, 118° 47.182′ W. Marker is in Pendleton, Oregon, in Umatilla County. Marker is on South Main Street near Southeast Dorion Avenue, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 338 South Main Street, Pendleton OR 97801, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Aura Goodwin Raley (here, next to this marker); Frazier Building (a few steps from this marker); Columbia Hotel (a few steps from this marker); Griggs & Tryon Bldg (within shouting distance of this marker); Rivoli Theater (within shouting distance of this marker); Empire Meat Market (within shouting distance of this marker); Hendricks Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Triple Nickles (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Pendleton.
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