website watertownhistory.org
ebook History of Watertown,
Wisconsin
Klemann Building
Building
occupied by Mel's Garage in 2002.
This
structure was built as a horseshoeing shop in 1896 by Charles Klemann. The shop was run by Mr. Klemann
until 1915, when it was purchased by Gustav Schmeichel. By 1927 the need for shoeing horses had
declined, and other businesses took over the building. This building maintains a high level of
integrity due to the fact that it was owned by these two men for a long period
of time.
This
two-story cream brick, three bay building features a molded brick cornice with
drip molding, and a row of corbelled ends over long narrow windows suggesting
an Italianate influence. A metal lintel
extending across the storefront is supported by capped brick pieces. The entrance door and a large wooden service
door also characterize the facade. A
second story enclosed porch and partially brick addition is located at the
rear.
- Ron Greve
