A public water fountain was erected by Altadena Historical (and Beautification) Society in front of the building on the southeast corner of Lake and Mariposa, originally Pacific Southwest Trust & Savings Bank, then First National of Los Angeles, and eventually the Pankow Building. Today the facility serves as office space.
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| 1935 dedication with L. A. County Supervisor Roger Jessup and members of AHS in background. |
The tile fountain was dedicated in 1935, but disappeared sometime after. Did it fall victim to an out-of-control vehicle that ran up on the sidewalk? That’s one story we’ve heard. Maybe the street was widened and the fountain sacrificed. If you know what happened to it, leave a comment.
This is how the location looks today. The tree took the place of the fountain.
These are fascinating. Thank you very much.
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