201 W Main
1896/1894-98 - Schuster building
Neo-Classical style
This is an elaborate two-story brick block, ornamented with Neo-Classical style Corinthian Columns, denticulated
eaves line, terra cotta spring stone inserts and sills, and corbelled brick detailing. It is double fronted, with the front
three bays of the South Second Street fa9ade having the same stylistic treatment. A rear secondary matching
storefront, set at a lower level due to the drop in elevation, is the better preserved with its transom and cast iron
work intact. The title "Schuster" is centered in the frieze band. A Neo-Classical influence is imparted by Corinthian
column caps, and the otherwise plain, straight-cut broadly projecting cornice line is underscored by a denticulated
eaves line. Terra Cotta is used extensively to accent the fa?ade and parapet and cornice. The upstairs office areas
are remarkably well preserved.
That principal storefront has been completely rebuilt with the infilling of the transom area, and the use of new
materials. A yellow brick frames the storefront. The upstairs windows have been removed and covered with panels.
The Schuster Brothers Pharmacy was the original principal tenant firm. Unlike 200 Main, the rear storefront always
housed separate firms, Mrs. M. B. Cochran's Millinery being the first occupant.
Neo-Classical style
This is an elaborate two-story brick block, ornamented with Neo-Classical style Corinthian Columns, denticulated
eaves line, terra cotta spring stone inserts and sills, and corbelled brick detailing. It is double fronted, with the front
three bays of the South Second Street fa9ade having the same stylistic treatment. A rear secondary matching
storefront, set at a lower level due to the drop in elevation, is the better preserved with its transom and cast iron
work intact. The title "Schuster" is centered in the frieze band. A Neo-Classical influence is imparted by Corinthian
column caps, and the otherwise plain, straight-cut broadly projecting cornice line is underscored by a denticulated
eaves line. Terra Cotta is used extensively to accent the fa?ade and parapet and cornice. The upstairs office areas
are remarkably well preserved.
That principal storefront has been completely rebuilt with the infilling of the transom area, and the use of new
materials. A yellow brick frames the storefront. The upstairs windows have been removed and covered with panels.
The Schuster Brothers Pharmacy was the original principal tenant firm. Unlike 200 Main, the rear storefront always
housed separate firms, Mrs. M. B. Cochran's Millinery being the first occupant.