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15. 308. AJA Buddhist Hall.
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15. 308. AJA Buddhist Hall.
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STRUCTURE: Building
308
LOCATION: McKinley Street
USE: Americans of Japanese Ancestry Benevolent Society (Social Hall)
SIZE: Approx. 900 sq. ft. OWNERSHIP: Private
DATE OF STRUCTURE: 1910 (according to National Register form)
DESCRIPTION: The structure
is a one-story building of single wall construction, with a stone pad and
post foundation. The symmetrical structure has a cruciform shape. The main
gable roof is intersected by the hip roofs of the wings which are approximately
one foot lower than the top of the gable. A possible addition, with a shed
roof is located at the rear. A projecting portico, with a gable roof is the
main entrance to the structure. The corners of the portico are articulated
by two chamfered posts and two chamfered pilasters. All roofs are finished
with corrugated metal. Most of the foundation is camouflaged by latticework
skirting.
The wood frame windows are double hung (twelve-light). The front entrance
has a five-panel double door. Five panel doors also are located at the wire,
entrances on either side. A broken girt encircles the exterior of the structure,
except for the rear wing, which is simply the vertical plank siding. The corners
of the structure are finished with cornerboards. The lower portion of the-building
is
finished with a wide water table. All trim is painted white, which contrasts
with the pea-green of the plank siding. The structure is in deteriorated condition,
and is in need of approximately 50 percent board-by-board reconstruction,
fumigation and painting. The building is used for storage, and intermittently
for social gatherings. A mill stone of fine-grained stone is located at the
rear of the building. The origins and specific-use of the stone are unknown.
MAINTENANCE COST: $23,300
FUTURE MAINTENANCE COST: $600/annum
DATE OF REPORT: January 13, 1977