The Dalles in Wasco County, Oregon — The American West (Northwest)

Lemke Building

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, July 1, 2017

1. Lemke Building Marker

Inscription. This two-story brick building was constructed in 1910. The main elevation displays the only white glazed brick used in the downtown area. The building has examples of classic detailing, including brick keystones with flat voussoirs and a six-course corbeled cornice.
Ferdinand Lemke built this structure to replace his saloon, the “Yellowstone,” located on First Street across from the Umatilla House hotel. The saloon was damaged by fire in 1909 and condemned by the fire marshal, who owned a competing saloon. Later uses of the building included the Parlor Grocery and the meat-cutting firm of A.S. Milne.

Erected by City of The Dalles.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce.

Location. 45° 36.126′ N, 121° 11.029′ W. Marker is in The Dalles, Oregon, in Wasco County. Marker is on East 2nd Street (Business U.S. 30) near Court Street, on the left when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 110 East 2nd Street, The Dalles OR 97058, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Dalles Garage (within shouting distance of this marker); Historic Downtown The Dalles (within shouting distance of this marker); U.S. Post Office (within

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shouting distance of this marker); Gates Hotel (within shouting distance of this marker); Oaks Hotel (within shouting distance of this marker); The Dalles City Hall 1908 (within shouting distance of this marker); Second Wasco County Courthouse (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Baldwin Saloon (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in The Dalles.

Lemke Building and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, July 1, 2017

2. Lemke Building and Marker

The marker is to the right of the left-hand door.

Credits. This page was last revised on December 31, 2017. It was originally submitted on December 31, 2017, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 183 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 31, 2017, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.