Farewell Favorites: 17 Reasons

Kelly Niland photo.
Within days after the 1930s "17 Reasons" sign over Thrift Town in the Mission was usurped for a beer ad, neighbors organized to fight for the return of the beloved period sign-cum-public art, which they say added irreplaceable charm to their corner of San Francisco.

Detail I
Detail II
Detail III: Miracle Art/Signs of the Times
Heart of the City 07/02/02


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