Wednesday, June 8, 2011

ABC Wednesday: U is for Union

The Union Machine Works has been in existence since 1885.  They've been in this location since about 1915.  Most windows are boarded up and those that are not have been targets for rock throwing.  Contrary to appearances, they are still in business.  This building is on 4th St. very near Jack London Square and occupies much of the block.  For more "U" themed photos, visit Mrs. Nesbitt's meme.
Posted by Oakland Daily Photo at 12:01 AM
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11 comments:

  1. Roger Owen GreenJune 7, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    why the rocks? because it's a union shop? if so, that's terrible.
    ROG, ABC Wednesday team

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  2. CloudiaJune 7, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    great place!



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  3. LindaJune 7, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    How strange to go out and throw rocks for a pastime.

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  4. Leslie D.June 7, 2011 at 11:39 PM

    An all-American institution. What's not to love about that. Great rustic colors on that building too.

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  5. ElettraJune 7, 2011 at 11:53 PM

    I love old buildings. if the walls could talk I wonder how many things they tell us, many events have happened since 1915

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  6. photowannabeJune 7, 2011 at 11:57 PM

    Glad to see some of these old businesses are still functioning. Great shot .

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  7. AndyJune 8, 2011 at 2:17 AM

    A rarity in North America... a business that hasn't been moved to China.

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  8. JackJune 8, 2011 at 3:15 AM

    I am glad they have enough business to keep in business. Machine works are tough businesses, often boom or bust, with more busts than booms.

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  9. UnknownJune 8, 2011 at 3:28 AM

    nice historic building, Nice lighting!

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  10. EG CameraGirlJune 8, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    I wonder why it's a target for rock throwing! I guess that building is nearly a century old so ought to get more respect. :)

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  11. UnknownJune 9, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    The shadows made the building great decoration. Have a great day!

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