In 1909, Hugh Smith erected this unique early 20th century commercial building for Dennis Carmody, the former proprietor of Canandaigua’s Washington Hotel on Ontario Street. Carmody established the Rochester Bowling Company next door at #211. It featured modern alleys. Later tenants of the building included William Fennell’s billiard hall, a vulcanizing works and McElwee Funeral Home and Furniture.
H. Hotel, Dennis Carmody, Proprietor, 207-209 South Main Street
In 1909, Hugh Smith erected this unique early 20th century commercial building for Dennis Carmody, the former proprietor of Canandaigua’s Washington Hotel on Ontario Street. Carmody established the Rochester Bowling Company next door at #211. It featured modern alleys. Later tenants of the building included William Fennell’s billiard hall, a vulcanizing works and McElwee Funeral Home and Furniture.
