The Daily Jeffersonian
Editors Note: This is the first in a series of stories highlighting the history behind many of the buildings in downtown Cambridge. This article focuses on buildings in the 600 block of Wheeling Avenue.
Many of the buildings in downtown Cambridge are the original structures built in the early days of the city and have historical significance, either for the role they played in the development of Cambridge or for the notable people who visited them or events held within.
The Berwick
The former Berwick Hotel constructed at 615 Wheeling Ave. in 1887 is now known as the Berwick Building and houses The Cambridge Area Chamber of Commerce and the United Way offices, as well as senior apartments.
Port Huron Times Herald
Instead, he would take the person to the nearest coney island and order them two coney dogs. If he’s in St. Clair County, he has six options to choose from, ranging from Lakeport to St. Clair, with two more coney islands on the way.
Although his experience in the county has not been extensive, it has been intense, Grimm said.
A coney dog includes several elements. A bun that has to be steamed. If it’s not steamed it’s a “major failure.” A hot dog with a natural casing, or at some Port Huron locations, skinless. Onions. Mustard. And a special, usually secret, beanless chili meat sauce.