Produce and Waterfront in Oakland in Alameda County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
United Grocers
Oakland Waterfront Warehouse District
Designer Unknown • Construction Date 1931-32
Architectural Style Early 20th century utilitarian
Erected by Jack London Neighborhood Association. (Marker Number 23.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1984.
Location. Marker has been permanently removed. It was located near 37° 47.737′ N, 122° 16.235′ W. Marker was in Oakland, California, in Alameda County. It was in Produce and Waterfront. Marker was at the intersection of Fourth Street and Alice Street, on the right when traveling north on Fourth Street. Touch for map. Marker was in this post office area: Oakland CA 94607, United States of America.
We have been informed that this sign or monument is no longer there and will not be replaced. This page is an archival view of what was.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this location. C.L. Greeno Pacific Coast Headquarters (here, next to this marker); Autocar Sales & Service Co. (a few steps from this marker); Western States Grocery (a few steps from this marker); United Grocers Ltd. Warehouse (within shouting distance of this marker); Prime Smoked Meats (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Former Safeway Headquarters (about 300 feet away); Saroni Wholesale Sugar & Rice (about 300 feet away); S&W Fine Foods Warehouse (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Oakland.
Related marker. Click here for another marker that is related to this marker. Replacement United Grocers Ltd. Warehouse Marker
Additional commentary.
1. Marker Replaced
The historical markers in the Waterfront Warehouse District have been updated. A different marker on the same subject has been placed kitty-corner from where this one was located.
— Submitted July 5, 2023, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California.
Credits. This page was last revised on July 5, 2023. It was originally submitted on February 16, 2020, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 221 times since then and 31 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 16, 2020, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.