Architect John C. Austin constructed the State Building in 1930. This "high rise" measured 184 feet and had 13 stories. Unfortunately, it was found to be structurally unsafe after a 1971 earthquake, necessitating demolition. The California State Building, located at 215 W. First Street, view is from the corner of 1st and Broadway. The Hall of Records is partially visible on the left.
California State Building (Los Angeles, Calif.) Los Angeles County Hall of Records (Los Angeles, Calif. : 1911-1962) Central business districts--California--Los Angeles Public buildings--California--Los Angeles Automobiles--California--Los Angeles Lampposts--California--Los Angeles Street lighting--California--Los Angeles Pedestrians--California--Los Angeles Streets--California--Los Angeles Lost architecture--California--Los Angeles Austin, John C. W.(John Corneby Wilson),1870-1963 First Street (Los Angeles, Calif.) Broadway (Los Angeles, Calif.) Downtown Los Angeles (Los Angeles, Calif.)
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