Witmer Building: 112 S 9th Street

  • Witmer Building

  • Historic Plaque

  • Current Occupant: 9th Street Smash and Tap

Witmer Building

112 S 9th Street

This structure was built in 1918 for Dr. Witmer’s dental practice.  It was the first professional building constructed for a special use.  Prior to moving into this building, Dr Witmer’s dental practice was located on the second level of the Boak grocery building across the street.  It was acquired in 1970 by Dr. H. T. Holcomb for his veterinary practice. 9th Street Smash and Tap currently occupies the building.

Architectural Survey Research

Narrative Description

Constructed in 1918, this is a 1-story, commercial-type building of masonry construction. It rests on a hollow tile foundation and features brick veneer on its exterior walls. The facade is symmetrically conceived with a centrally-placed, wood, oriel window flanked by a window on one side and an entrance door on the other. Brickworked hood molds surmount the door and windows. Window sills are of cast concrete sills. A cast concrete name plaque reading "Witmer" is situated above the storefront, and an arched parapet is centered on the facade.

Historic Uses*

Built as Dr. Witmer's Dentist Office

1970 to 20XX?: H.T. Holcomb D.V.M.

Basement: Rubin Nydegger's Shoe Repair

*Survey research completed in 2004 so only includes building uses prior to that time