New Bremen in Auglaize County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

14 West Monroe Street

Photographed By Craig Doda, November 18, 2023

1. 14 West Monroe Street Marker

Inscription. Since being constructed by Emil and Frank Laut circa 1915, the Laut-Schulenberg Building has enjoyed a colorful history. New Bremen's first basketball team played their home games here. This was a popular night spot where dances cost a nickel and 'ropes' were 'pulled' to clear the floor for the next dance. Music came from the orchestra situated in a balcony. The building, which features an eloquent, hand-hammered metal ceiling, served the community as a thriving 'five-and-ten' variety store. Stone blocks from the original Monroe Street bridge remain as the structure's front foundation.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Entertainment • Industry & Commerce • Sports. A significant historical year for this entry is 1915.

Location. 40° 26.216′ N, 84° 22.859′ W. Marker is in New Bremen, Ohio, in Auglaize County. Marker is on West Monroe Street, on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 14 W Monroe Street, New Bremen OH 45869, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. 18 West Monroe Street (a few steps from this marker); 17 West Monroe Street (within shouting distance of this marker); 102 West Monroe Street (within shouting distance of this marker); New Bremen Veterans Memorial

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(within shouting distance of this marker); The Miami & Erie Canal and New Bremen (within shouting distance of this marker); Miami and Erie Canal (within shouting distance of this marker); Miami and Erie Canal, New Bremen (within shouting distance of this marker); 112 West Monroe Street (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in New Bremen.

Photographed By Craig Doda, November 18, 2023

2. 14 West Monroe Street Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on November 22, 2023. It was originally submitted on November 19, 2023, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 47 times since then and 8 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 19, 2023, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.