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This building was an integral part of Lorain’s success with its Beaux-Arts Elemental design. The building has held many different businesses over the years, such as Lloyd’s Bar, Witt Music Store, Beneficial Finance Co. of Lorain, and Gelman Abraham Fruits. In 1941, Sun Novelty moved into the brick building and has been open ever since, providing materials to teachers from all over northern Ohio.

Sun Novelty

This building was a focal point in Lorain’s success with its Beaux Arts Elemental design. The Clark-Jewett Building held many different businesses such as Lloyd’s Bar, Witt Music Store, Beneficial Finance Co. of Lorain, and Gelman Abraham Fruits. In 1941, Sun Novelty moved into the brick building and has been open ever since, providing materials to teachers from all over northern Ohio.

Clark-Jewett Building

Lorain, Ohio has such a vast and fruitful history. Seated along the Black RIver and once an industrial powerhouse, Lorain was the epitome of perseverance and optimism. The downtown area had some of the best shops in northeastern Ohio and drew crowds from all over. This tour is to shine a light on the history of success in the downtown area, while also highlighting all that Lorain has to offer still today.

Sun Novelty

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