These images depict West Federal Street before a series of demolitions by the Youngstown Central Area Community Improvement Corp. The photos predate the construction of the Seventh District Court of Appeals, Youngstown Business Incubator expansion, and State Theater demolition. Note the John R. Davis Building and Draught House facades before the removal of metal sheeting. All images by Robert Fitzer.
West Federal Street prior to demolition
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West Federal, looking southeast. The John R. Davis building and Draught House are seen before the removal of metal sheeting. Undated. (Robert Fitzer)

West Federal, looking southeast. The Seventh District Court of Appeals replaced a portion of the block. Undated. (Robert Fitzer)

Dutton’s Alley, looking north. The rear of the former Lustig’s store is seen at the right. Undated. (Robert Fitzer)

Dutton’s Alley, looking north. The late 19th century buildings that were demolished for the Seventh District Court of Appeals. Undated. (Robert Fitzer)

Dutton’s Alley, looking north. The image depicts the rear of the vacant Kress Building. Undated. (Robert Fitzer)