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1. 20 George Street - 1962

   Two B&W photographs of 20 George Street before it was demolished in 1962: a: South (front) elevation also showing the piazzas on the west elevation, taken from the lot across the street. Dated 1/26/1962. "Demolished Feb. 1962" written on back. b: View of the west (piazzas) elevation also showing front of the house on the south elevation. Station wagon parked on street in front of house. "Gone" written on back.

   Record Type: Photo

   
2. Property File - 20 George Street

   The first mention of this property and the house was in 1834 when it was purchased by Samuel Paynter Ripley of Vermont. The dwelling was constructed between 1834 and 1851, for h sold it in that latter year and it was advertised in the newspaper as one of the finest "mansions" in the city. The bricks used for the house were bright red, and were commonly known as Baltimore pressed brick. According to family tradition, Mr. Ripley sat on the dock and...

   Record Type: Archive