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Originally Posted by Noir_Noir
Here's another view, dated 1925, of The Virginia Apartments building.
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As to the "roof-top oddity", I think this July 1936 permit is the one that relates to it. Only refers to it as being a steel sign though. 
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The pictures with the oddity on the roof must come between this and demolition in August 1937. |
In building department-speak it may be a sign if it fits that legal description. Were there other permits associated with the sign?
There is a permit for a water tower in 1937. Water towers are required for sprinkler systems. Not seen on any photos yet.
Demolition permit in 1937. No description of what was demolished. Permit was issued to a wrecking company so the work might be substantial.
Sign installation in 1938.
There is also the possibility the installation was illegal. Not unheard of for the era.