The Old Main Post Office in

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, also known as Washington Street Courthouse Annex, was built in 1933. Located one block from the

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, the Neoclassical building was constructed by the

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. The front is divided by 8 Doric columns. Granite stairs flanked by original cast iron lamps lead to 3 sets of doors in the center bays. ''See also:'' The lobby features

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floors, wainscoting, pilasters, and door trim. The post office was converted to a courthouse annex in 1979. It was listed on the

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in 1982.

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