Grand and 9th Street, 1908

 

1908, Los Angeles - Grand and 9th Street (1908).  

In 1908, the intersection of Grand and 9th Street reflected a quieter, early Los Angeles in its pre-urban boom phase. Horse-drawn carriages and early automobiles shared the streets, while pedestrians moved along wooden sidewalks. Small shops, saloons, and modest two-story commercial buildings lined the streets. Open land and undeveloped lots were still visible, signaling that this part of Los Angeles was on the cusp of change. By the 1920s, much of this area would be transformed into a denser commercial and residential district as the city grew rapidly.  Thank you to Historica Los Angeles USA.