Another historic landmark in downtown Princeton is gone after partially collapsing Thursday morning.
One Hour Cleaners located at 115 West Court Square is owned by Richard Jones and collapsed shortly before 4:00 a.m. The structure is also known as the Old Masonic Building.
Princeton Fire Chief Brent Francis tells the News Edge the building is a total loss but the businesses attached were not affected.
click to download audioAt this time, he’s not exactly sure what caused the building to collapse.
click to download audioChief Francis says they are working to secure the building and clear debris to reopen the streets.
click to download audioHe anticipates the streets will be reopened later Thursday afternoon.
Bill Perry with the Masonic Hall tells the News Edge construction started on the building just prior to the beginning of the 20th Century.
click to download audioThis was the second historic building to be destroyed in Princeton. On the night of February 17, the Old Leroi Building on South Seminary Street was destroyed by fire.
