1884: THE MASONIC TEMPLE: AN ARCHITECTURAL MASTERPIECE

 

It must have been the age. There is no way I can understand why that majestic structure that once stood on the Northwest Corner of North Warren and West State Street ever became a victim of the dreaded demolition of one of Trenton's true historic architectural treasures. These two articles, gleaned from my "MASONS-MASONIC" folder tell of the beginning of that beautiful building.  As I recall, Mr. Rider's school took up the 3rd floor of that building. 
Thanks to my regular visitor Joe Battiste for correcting my. I located the building on the corner of No. Warren and E. State instead of W. State. Street.

1917: TRENTON'S MAGNIFICENT MASONIC TEMPLE

Can you imagine tearing down that exquisite example of architectural excellence? I sure can't. Think how many apartments and offices could occupy that building were it still standing in this year of 2009. Personally, I prefer the beauty of that Masonic building to those present day glass encrusted buildings that proliferate throughout cities all over America. Those Masons sure did have a taste for architectural beauty! The building was located on the corner of West State and North Warren Streets. It was a gorgeous tribute to the Masons, and the city of Trenton.