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Postcard, Post Office, Waterloo, Ont.

Postcard published by Doersam’s Book Store, Waterloo, Ont., made in Germany around 1911

It took a lot of work by local businesses and politicians to convince the government to construct this handsome Romanesque-style structure in 1911. Designed by David Edward, Chief Architect for Canada, the building was home to Waterloo’s post office, the Customs and Inland Revenue office, a recreation room, and living quarters. A fire in 1969 destroyed the clock tower. It was later rebuilt with a shorter tower. The clock tower was restored to its original look in 1987. The historic post office at 35 King Street North remains one of Waterloo’s most grand buildings.

Postcard of Post Office

Postcard of Post Office

Postcard of Post Office

Postcard of Post Office

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