Devils Lake in Ramsey County, North Dakota — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
Ramsey Drug
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, September 2, 2023
1. Ramsey Drug Marker
contributes to the
Devils Lake Commercial District
placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
1989
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Industry & Commerce • Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the National Register of Historic Places series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1908.
Location. 48° 6.739′ N, 98° 51.633′ W. Marker is in Devils Lake, North Dakota, in Ramsey County. Marker is on 4th Avenue Northeast south of 5th Street Northeast, on the right when traveling south. The marker is mounted at eye-level on the southeast corner of the subject building, facing 4th Avenue Northeast. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 413 4th Avenue Northeast, Devils Lake ND 58301, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. I.O.O.F. Hall (a few steps from this marker); Chantilly House (a few steps from this marker); Christie Building (a few steps from this marker); Bell Drug Store (within shouting distance of this marker); Ye Old Tavern (within shouting distance of this marker); Paul's Appliance (within shouting distance of this
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Regarding Ramsey Drug. Contributing property, Devils Lake Commercial District, National Register of Historic Places #89001675.
From the National Register Nomination: Ramsey Drug (ca. 1908)
This buff brick structure belongs to a collection of District buildings representing the simplified Chicago style mode. Requisite features are the simple composition with windows recessed between framing piers and broad three-part windows.The Commercial District presents a collection of structures reflecting, in one aspect or another, the evolution of Devils Lake from the railroad era to the age of the automobile. The physical appearance of the Commercial District building stock may be characterized as two-story and predominantly brick, with gradations in the color and in the size and craftsmanship of mortar joints. The bulk of Commercial District properties in Devils Lake are in many respects connected to events of railroad expansion in northeastern North Dakota. Railroad tributaries enabled
merchants to make quick shipments, and abundant supplies of fuel, wood and coal were added inducements for retail growth. Most of the Commercial District growth took place within the context of two major development periods: The First Dakota Boom between 1879 and 1886, and The Second Dakota Boom, 1898-1917. Outside boom periods, the character of District properties was undoubtedly shaped by the latent effects of increased rail traffic and a broadening exposure to new methods and fashions in the building industry.Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, September 2, 20232. Ramsey Drug MarkerMarker is on the southeast [left] corner of the front façade.
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1. Ransey Drug: A Little Bit of History. Excerpt:
Ramsey Drug Inc. was started in 1916 by Burt Moran as a Walgreen Agency. The Drugstore use to contain many different services in one building including a full-service camera shop, known as Ramsey Photo and Video, a full-functional Soda Fountain which installed in 1919 and removed in the 1950s, a projection screening room upstairs, watch and shaver repair, also carried a complete line of name brand fragrances, and a wide selection of gift and gag items. On September 21st, 2009, Ramsey Drug moved to its current location at 401 College Drive South.(Submitted on February 27, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, September 2, 2023
3. Ramsey Drug Building (east/front elevation)
The original three-part Chicago style wide second-story windows have been replaced with contemporary 1-over-1 sash windows flanked by wooden panels.
2. Devils Lake Commercial District (Wikipedia). Excerpt:
The Devils Lake Commercial District in Devils Lake, North Dakota is a 15-acre historic district that was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1989.(Submitted on February 27, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
Credits. This page was last revised on March 1, 2024. It was originally submitted on February 26, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 47 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on February 27, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.
