Jordan in Onondaga County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

The Clinton Hotel

Photographed by Duane and Tracy Marsteller, October 5, 2024

1. The Clinton Hotel Marker

Inscription. Built in 1820, this hotel was the best place to stay in Jordan. The building, originally two stories high, underwent major changes in 1870, including the addition of a third story and expansion to Clinton Street. In 1890 the drinking fountain arrived in Jordan. The fountain was titled, “Justice, Humanity, and Compassion.” The figure placed on top of the fountain was a statue of Diane.

Erected by Joshua Sorts (Eagle Scout Project). (Marker Number 13.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Arts, Letters, Music. In addition, it is included in the New York, Jordan series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1820.

Location. 43° 3.919′ N, 76° 28.375′ W. Marker is in Jordan, New York, in Onondaga County. It is at the intersection of South Main Street and Mechanic Street (Old New York State Highway 31), on the left when traveling south on South Main Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Jordan NY 13080, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Upstate New York,

specifically in Central New York,

and in the Syracuse Metropolitan Area.

It is also in the American Northeast,

on the Great Lakes,

and in the Mid-Atlantic.

Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region,

North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy,

New Netherland,

and one of the original Thirteen Colonies.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Tom's Automotive, Inc. (here, next to this marker); Main Street Jordan in the 1800's (within shouting distance of this marker); The Village Hall (within shouting distance of this

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marker); The Flower Park (within shouting distance of this marker); Erie Canal (within shouting distance of this marker); Trolley Station (within shouting distance of this marker); Erie Canal West (within shouting distance of this marker); The Masonic Building (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Jordan.

Also see . . . The Clinton Hotel - Marker #13. The Clinton Hotel, one of the oldest structures in the village, boasts a rich history marked by numerous name changes and diverse uses. (Joshua Sorts and Elaine Peters, via Village of Jordan, New York) (Submitted on December 4, 2024, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.)

Photographed by Duane and Tracy Marsteller, October 5, 2024

2. The Clinton Hotel Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on December 4, 2024. It was originally submitted on December 3, 2024, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 209 times since then and 15 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 3, 2024, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.