With the news that the old First National Bank is to come down, I thought this photo was timely. Most of us think of the four columned bank when we picture the First National. But this building preceded it in 1887 and has resided next to the more familiar columned version ever since its 1916 debut.
Notice the second floor office of J.M. Pleasants, attorney. He was the brother of yesterday's subject, Ellen Lee Pleasants Banta.
June 30, 1887 Oshkosh Northwestern
Please tell me the Menasha Historical Society fought to prevent this demolition.
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The Landmarks Commission was very vocal in its opposition to the destruction of the Hotel and the two Bank Buildings (which was over-ruled by the Common Council). Meanwhile, the Historical Society was SILENT! In addition, one member (commonly known as the 'Menasha Historian') actually was heard on the radio saying the Hotel was TOO OLD to be saved.
DeleteIs the columned building going to be destroyed? Sad.
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