Historic Building Survey - City and Borough of Juneau

Chicken Ridge Historic Buildings Survey
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AHRS #:
JUN-592
CBJ #: E-85
Parcel #:
1-C04-0-CR1-003-0
Historic Name:
Newmarker House
Other Name:
Location
Address:
222 Seventh Street
Lot/Block/Subdivision: Fr USMS 926
Current Owner:
Address:
Harvey &.Lillian Marvin
222 Seventh street
Juneau, AK 99801
Historic Function/Use:
Domestic / Single Family
Current Function/Use:
Domestic / MUltiple Family
Architectural Classification
Category/Sub-category:
Late 19th & Early 20th Century American Movements/Bungalow/Craftsman
Materials
Roofing:
Asphalt roll roofing
placed vertically
Foundation:
Concrete
Walls: Wood shingles Other: Partial basement
Architectural Elements: MUlti-paned windows, single panel wood door,
double front gable, wide overhanging eaves, exposed rafter tails
General Description: Retains integrity despite roofing and addition and
remains a.contributingelement to· the architectural and. historic unity
of the neighborhood, fair 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, because of its
association with mining engineer, H.P. Crowther and because it
demonstrates patterns of community development in Juneau, Alaska.
The earliest known owner is Crowther who was a mining engineer and
surveyor. Later, the house was occupied by John Newmarker who worked
for the custom's office. He was also a marine engineer and was
appointed Inspector of Boilers for the Department of Commerce in the
1920's.
Construction Date: c.1918 Period of Significance: 1893-1939
Cultural Affiliation:
Euroamerican
National Register Status/Date:.
N/A
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