Wreck of an up-town power house. This was built of brick and crumbled under the action of the quake. The wooden buildings in the vicinity were uninjured, save for the loss of chimneys. Native Sons' Monument, corner of Market and Mason and Turk streets. This statue stands absolutely unThe fire destroyed most of the building in every direction for two or three miles. harmed. The Crocker Mansion, California and Jones. This splendid edifice was destroyed by dynamite and fire. Homeless families at the corner of Dission and Eighth streets, San Francisco. The damage along this street by fire was tremendous, while the earthquake did comparatively little damage. This district was crowded with the small manufacturers and furniture and other warehouses, and was also the center for homes of the poorer class. |