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Hats off to Peter Kramer for his efforts on
behalf of the Gay Street Mercantile Building! Not only did he prevent the building’s partial destruction, he also increased our knowledge of its history and importance. Credit should also be given to Mr. Cole for his speedy abandonment of the planned demolition once he learned of its historical significance.
Although the Mercantile Building has
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