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Empire Bar - Historic photos (exterior)

The Empire Bar/T&H Discount House in August 1989

The Empire Bar/T&H Discount House in August 1989

The Empire Bar/T&H Discount House can be seen under the Old Wayne County Building's tower in September 1974.

The Empire Bar/T&H Discount House can be seen under the Old Wayne County Building's tower in September 1974.

The Monroe Block in 1973, with the Empire Bar/T&H Discount located mid-block under the sign bearing the watering hole's name.

The Monroe Block in 1973, with the Empire Bar/T&H Discount located mid-block under the sign bearing the watering hole's name.

The rear of the Empire Bar building in August 1989

The rear of the Empire Bar building in August 1989

The Monroe Block and the Empire Bar/T&H Discount building in 1973

The Monroe Block and the Empire Bar/T&H Discount building in 1973