Balser/ Brandt Building Marker, Chester, SC

Balser Brandt Building Marker, Chester, SC. The Balser/Brandt Building is in the Chester Historic District, and was built in 1871-1874. This marker is placed outside on the building wall. It reads as follows : The following jewelry stores have occupied the lower floor of this building : Brandts, Robinsons, Royals, & Runyans. The original clock tower has been removed from 1820 to 1853, two courthouses (one wooden & one brick) stood in front. The town well & cistern also occupied part of that area.https://digitalcommons.unf.edu/historical_architecture_main/3958/thumbnail.jp