Many people in town have been concerned about the deterioration of the former American Legion Frank Downer Post building at 248 West Main Street. The first three photos below were taken in 2015 showing a huge gash in the roof resulting in water flooding the interior of the building every time it rained. Thankfully the owner saw fit to replace the wood deck and install a new asphalt shingle roof.
The front facade is gorgeous and is still in good shape. It is the centerpiece of interesting architecture on the 200 block of West Main Street. The building is certainly worth saving. (click the the photos below to enlarge)
Check back tomorrow for part 2!
Lost Monongahela 
Why do i remember an American Legion on Chess St.?
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Do you have any interior pictures?
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@Joetta – are you thinking of the F.O.E. yellow brick building a little further up Chess Street?
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@Rogardo – I’ll try to get some.
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Do any of these pictures show the beautiful front façade or is this the side and rear of the building?
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This is the side and rear facing Chess Street.
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Thanks so much for sending the great pictures and word of restoration. We need to save these buildings.
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Still checking back for Part 2…
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Anxiously awaiting Part 2. This is a wonderful building.
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Glad someone is trying to save Mon city blogs Aunt Sylvia Fenwick world there long time
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Keep up the good work
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