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Former Citidal Press Building
502-508 Albert Street,, EAST MELBOURNE VIC 3002 - Property No B6540

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B6540 Former Salvation Army Print Works
B6540 Former Salvation Army Print Works
B6540 Former Salvation Army Print Works
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Statement of Significance

The Former Citadel Press building was erected in 1901 for the Salvation Army. The building formed part of the Training College complex. A well detailed brick building with render detail on a bluestone base designed in the Romanesque style. The round arched windows and engaged pilasters are accentuated by alternating use of brick and plaster. The central entrance is marked by a triangular pediment at the ground floor and another above the parapet. The building is a robust and well designed industrial building and is significant as part of the former Salvation Army complex.
Classified: 06/06/1994
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    Architect and Builder

    John East • 02/02/16

    The Australian Architectural Index (Lewis Index) lists the MCC registration for this building, dated 3/01/1901. The architect was Brigadier [Edward] Saunders and the builder W.H. Summons of Bourke Street.

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Architect and Builder

John East • 02/02/16

The Australian Architectural Index (Lewis Index) lists the MCC registration for this building, dated 3/01/1901. The architect was Brigadier [Edward] Saunders and the builder W.H. Summons of Bourke Street.

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