Hey! Over here! See how I’ve grown.
I started handsome. Care was taken to build me of red brick on a limestone foundation. Two stories — with large, handsome, Roman arched windows. Nice windows, which let in plenty of sunlight.
Yes, the builders in 1860 had one eye on the future when I was constructed. However, after a century (or more) the offices were becoming crowded. At one time or another everyone in the county had business inside. Or at the very least, they had one or more records on file. You know — birth, marriage, property purchase/sale, or death.
The solution: add to the existing structure.
Red brick, of a different shade, makes it easy to see the 20th Century portion. The windows are smaller, more emphasis on function than beauty. After all, all the little touches which grace 19th Century public buildings come with a cost. But I’m pleased with the result. What’s your opinion?
No matter the design, the characters of the later-in-life romance, Fine Lines, know what to look for in a courthouse. Assisting the defense? Testifying in a case which crossed county lines? In the above jurisdiction, or others, the aim is justice for all.
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