Richmond on Staten Island in Richmond County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

Site of Dobler's Court House Hotel

Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), September 10, 2021

1. Site of Dobler's Court House Hotel Marker

Inscription.
This hotel was constructed in 1855, and had several owners before being acquired in 1898 by Julius Dobler, who immigrated to the U.S. from Germany. With its prime location across the street from the Courthouse and other government offices, the hotel was successful for many years. In 1902 Mr. Dobler expanded the building to accommodate more customers.

In 1898, Staten Island became part of New York City, and in the following decades government offices and courthouse functions were gradually relocated to St. George, in the northern part of Staten Island. As a result, Mr. Dobler's business declined, and the hotel closed around 1926. In the 1930s, a bar named Wally's Inn operated in the former hotel. The building was demolished ca. 1942.

Erected by Historic Richmond Town.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Government & Politics • Industry & Commerce • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1855.

Location. 40° 34.261′ N, 74° 8.769′ W. Marker is on Staten Island, New York, in Richmond County. It is in Richmond. Marker is at the intersection of Tysen Court and Center Street, on the right when traveling south on Tysen Court. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 441 Clarke Ave, Staten Island NY 10306, United States of America. Touch for directions.

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At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Site of the Richmond County Jail (a few steps from this marker); Site of the Richmond County Mutual Insurance Company (a few steps from this marker); Rezeau-Van Pelt Family Cemetery (a few steps from this marker); Historic Richmondtown (within shouting distance of this marker); Site of Aquilino's Pizzeria and Restaurant (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Site of the former Dutch Reformed Church of Richmond (about 300 feet away); Site of 18th century structures (about 400 feet away); The Treasure House (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Staten Island.

Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), September 10, 2021

2. Site of Dobler's Court House Hotel Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on January 31, 2023. It was originally submitted on September 11, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 72 times since then and 9 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 11, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.