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We could point out many other North Beach properties
equally worthy of mention, however our tour time is limited so
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some other properties of interest.. Now we are rdturwing the
familiar Bay Bridge ~gss&-^procm5&¥ng Hf&wt. The Breath House,
6l6 North Beach) is an unusual house. Note the octagonal corner
porch, decorative shingles and Victorian scroll work . Bn the
lawn is an ancient liveoak tree, it's center being a cavity —
was said to have been used during the War between the States to hide away
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The Winnard House at 502 North Beach is a fine example of high Queen Anne style of about 1895.
the de Montluzin House, built in 1900, is Greek revival and of excellent proportions.