Potter (Thieme & Schuessler) Building
| Dates: | 1901 |
| Location: | 122-126 N. Third Street, Lafayette, Indiana |
| Architects: | J. F. Alexander & Son, of Lafayette, Indiana |
This building was built in 1901 for the Potter family and for lease to the Thieme & Schuessler Co. At some point, the cornice was removed and three of the four Corinthian pilaster capitals were destroyed. This was probably to accommodate a 1950s paneled facade covering. Such remodelings were considered progressive and helped cover historic facades and give more of the appearance of suburban "big box" stores. In the 1990s the facade was uncovered. The building is presently occupied by Chumley's Pub.
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| Facade, 2004 | A c.1915 postcard view |
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| A 1912 postcard view with the building erroneously colored red | A 1915 postcard view showing patriotic bunting |
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| 3-8-1964 The Downtown Business Center Pancake Breakfast, showing the Potter building (behind tree) with a 1950s facade covering | Damage to the facade resulting from the 1950s remodeling |