Last night in Menlo Park, we witnessed a candelabra moving from window to window in the old mansion across the street; not to mention the lights turning on in the attic around midnight. Some further research on the mansion reveals an incredible past:The house was built in 1869 by Mr. T. Lemmon Meyer, who owned a shipping firm in San Francisco. The property had several owners until 1909 when it was bought by Ms. Emma Noel. Hence, the name of the street where the house resides -- Noel Drive. Throughout World War I, the house was used as an officer's club for Camp Fremont, a training camp for soldiers headed to the Western Front. After the war, it became the Laurel Court Hotel and in 1926, it was converted into the Pacific Coast Military Academy. And yet, the story doesn't end there! After many years being known as the Marie Antoinette Inn, it was named The Bright Eagle and housed an antique shop. Currently, it is home to several psychologist offices, a strange security guard operation, and a basement Buddhist temple.
Stay tuned for a detailed post on Camp Fremont in Menlo Park! It is an incredible tale involving Siberia and the Oasis Beer Garden.
Tell us about the basement Buddhists!
ReplyDeleteI hear that they practice human sacrifice down there, and eat the kindneys of theri victims while they are still alive!
ReplyDeleteCharles, that is just what Sam told you so you would have nightmares that night. The basement houses a branch of the Balanced Living Center! Emily, you are a true sleuth!
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