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Show -2- Significance: This structure was designed and buH t by Cooper and Jones, who were in the employ of the Chief Consolidated Mining Company. The Chief was run by the Walter Fitch family, Catholics; and this structure, together with the Sister's home, illustrate the ties between the Fitches and Eureka's Catholic Chruch. Also illustrated a stability of the church in Eureka. Remarks: The bungalow-style structure has been somewhat altered on the exterior; evident in the south end of the open porch having been built-in to increase living space. THE GATELY BUILDING (Vacant), Fulleride Block Construction: Ca. 1898 Architect/Constrator: Unknown Function: Served primarily as a saloon and billiards hall, owned by John and James Gately. Apparently, the structure also contained offices in the northwest corner. For example, according to Sanborn maps, in 1898 the building also housed a barber and tailor shop; in 1908, "news" and "office" space. In 1930 Barchay and Featherstone, brokers, occupied an office. Initially the Fulberide Building. In 1960s the west end served as Castleton Appliance Company. Significance: A comparative early structure built of stone, as is evident, and served as one of the most permanent saloons in the city. Remarks: Initially had a "brick-type" facade, prominent by 1908 wood, as is. Exterior has remained much the same; interior in decay. Owner: Wayne Cook. FIRST SECURITY BANK Construction: 1909, by McCornick &Company, bankers. (W. S. McCormick) Architect/Contractor: Unknown Function: The building has always served as a bank--McCornick & Company; Eureka Banking Company (ca. 1917); in 1960s Commercial Service Company; and presently First Security Bank. Significance: Served as the bank in Tintic's economic center, Eureka. In addition, erected by McCornick and Company of Salt Lake City, prominent mining town bankers. Remarks: Facade now stucco and front windows have been shortened. The ornate door and hardware are of significance. MC,Cornick and Company ¥lOved their bank, fixtures and all, from Mercur to Eureka in 1898. The George Arthur Rice Bank, in Eureka, had folded in 1897. In 1918 Eureka Banking Company headed by Walter Fitch, President, and John Dern, Vice-President. Owner: First Security Bank of Utah |
