Ryan Building Helena South-Central Historic District
according montana history wiki:
irish immigrant james m. ryan owned number of local rental properties, including appealing wood-frame apartment building constructed duplex between 1885 , 1888. rapid growth during 1880s prompted neighborhood tenants take in boarders, adding income , easing troublesome housing shortage. building provides excellent example of tenant/boarder relationship in mix of both professional , working-class residents. in 1889 , 1890, these included u.s. mineral surveyor, helena herald city editor, retired military officer, blacksmith, dressmaker, several clerks, , 2 domestics. when 1935 earthquakes claimed original brick veneer, shiplap siding added exterior walls cut, preserving original arched windows. entry vestibule 2 modern upper units, staircases, high ceilings, , several doors remain former era, lending period ambience. modern residents still benefit ryan’s foresight in providing tenants attractive, well-located, , comfortable living quarters.
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