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Re: SP building sign
Author: Ken Shattock (aka 'KRK')
Date: 09-04-2009 - 23:34

Robert Wrote:
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> If I recall correctly, that building is clearly in
> line of sight down California Street. Also, if I
> recall correctly, many years ago (in the 1950s,
> perhaps) there was an enormous sign on top of it
> with just "SP" that raised the ire of some people
> who felt it detracted from an otherwise-pleasant
> view of the landmark building from California
> Street. Or is my memory rather faulty these many
> years later?

Robert-- You're OK-- and correct!! The Southern Pacific DID indeed have a big SP sign on top of their building at one time...

KRK

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