Historic Building Survey - City and Borough of Juneau

Chicken Ridge Historic Buildings Survey
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AHRS #:
Historic Name:
JON-586 CBJ #: E-79
Johnstone House
Parcel #:
l-C03-0-A42-009-0
Other Name:
Radelet House
Location
Address:
835 Dixon street
Lot/Block/Subdivision: Fr 8 / 42 / Juneau Townsite
Current Owner:
Address:
Roman Motyka
835 Dixon street
Juneau, AK 99801
Historic Function/Use:
Domestic / Single Family
Current Function/Use:
Domestic I Single Family
Architectural Classification
Category/Sub-category:
Late 19th & Early 20th century American Movements/Craftsman/Bungalow
Materials
Roofing: Asphalt shingles Foundation: Concrete
Walls: stucco; horizontal
wood lap siding at entry porch
and skirting
Other:
Partial basement
Architectural Elements: Pediment at front gable; shed dormer,
gable roof, shed roof entryway
General Description: Despite deck addition, retains integrity and
remains a contributing element to the architectural and historic unity
of the neighborhood, good condition
Historic Significance: This building is significant because it is one of
42 Craftsman buildings in the survey area which demonstrates Juneau's
vernacular interpretation of national styles and because it
demonstrates patterns of community development in Juneau,Alaska. The
home was owned by Albert E.Johnstone. Later Archie Radelet owned the
home. He was Chief Engineer for the Alaska Electric Light and Power
Company from 1923 to 1946.. The first owners were Dan Bridget
McCartney. McCartney was foreman for the John Brown Mining Company.
Construction Date: c.1910 Period of Significance: 1893-1939
Cultural Affiliation:
Euroamerican
Na-tional Register Status/Date:
N/A
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