Фонтан Бристля в парке Вест-авеню подвергся вандализму и был лишен водоснабжения

Last week, this column traced the early history of the Bristol Fountain from its first placement on the bridge near the Judson House to its removal to the City Park (West Avenue was called West Main Street until the early 1890s) in May, 1884. Although no longer at the busy intersection near Main and Cottage Streets, and no longer used as a horse trough, it still saw much activity being right across the street from the Erie Railroad passenger depot (later the International Railway Company station). However, by July, the fountain was stripped of its water pipes, the grass was trampled, and “other acts of vandalism committed.” At that time, it was unclear who had responsibility for the fountain. Many thought it was Dr. Bristol’s obligation since he had donated it, while others thought the Common Council had jurisdiction. In late July, Dr. Bristol asked that the superintendent of water works be designated to oversee the fountain. 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