Baker City in Baker County, Oregon — The American West (Northwest)
Mint-Fox Building
Baker City Historic District
— Established 1874 —
Houston rented the north building to Manny Fox, who operated the Monogram Cigar Store there. He later operated the New City Hack Line out of the building. In addition to his business interests, Fox was chief of the city fire department.
In 1984, a solid plaster front covering the buildings was removed and the buildings’ original metal facades were reconstructed.
Erected by Historic Baker City, Inc.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1888.
Location. 44° 46.554′ N, 117° 49.777′ W. Marker is in Baker City, Oregon, in Baker County. Marker is on Main Street (Oregon Route 7) near Court Avenueu, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1832 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 (within shouting distance of this marker); First National Bank Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Walker Block (within shouting distance of this marker); Alfred Block (within shouting distance of this marker); Mann Block (within shouting distance of this marker); Kennedy Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Haskell Building (within shouting distance of this marker); J.C. Penney Building (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Baker City.
Credits. This page was last revised on September 7, 2017. It was originally submitted on September 7, 2017, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 268 times since then and 15 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 7, 2017, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.