Baker City in Baker County, Oregon — The American West (Northwest)

Alfred Block

Baker City Historic District

— Established 1874 —

Alfred Block Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, June 28, 2017

1. Alfred Block Marker

Inscription.
Mary Alfred was one of Baker City’s pioneer businesswomen. She and here husband, Francis Alfred, came to Baker County in 1870. She had a millinery and mantua (robe) shop in her home. Mr. Alfred drove a stage between Baker City and La Grande.

In 1897, the Alfreds built the Alfred Block. They leased out the downstairs and lived upstairs, where Mrs. Alfred had her shop.

The first downstairs businesses included a grocery store and the Plymouth Clothing House. The downstairs eventually became a saloon. For more than 50 years it was known as Scotty’s Tavern. For many years the second floor was a “sporting house,” one of several in the block. When the Rex Rooms closed in the 1950s, it may have been the last such establishment in Baker City.

Erected by Historic Baker City, Inc.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Women. A significant historical year for this entry is 1897.

Location. 44° 46.532′ N, 117° 49.778′ W. Marker is in Baker City, Oregon, in Baker County. Marker is on Main Street (Oregon Route 7) near Valley Avenuee, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1806 Main Street, Baker City OR 97814, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Log Cabin Saloon (a few steps from this marker);

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Mann Block (a few steps from this marker); Mint-Fox Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Walker Block (within shouting distance of this marker); J.C. Penney Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Weller-Henry Building (within shouting distance of this marker); First National Bank Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Flynn Building (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Baker City.

Alfred Block and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, June 28, 2017

2. Alfred Block and Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on March 17, 2024. It was originally submitted on September 7, 2017, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 397 times since then and 32 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 7, 2017, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.