A flurry of new construction began in 1908 soon after the “Big Fire” of 1908 destroyed most of the buildings on Market Street. Mr. Elkins of the Clinton Trunk Company began construction of this building that same year. The brickwork was completed by renowned Clinton mason Phillip Maire and his son, Sebastian “Bostie” Maire. The first occupant of the building was C.N. Canter’s store. For over 60 years, beginning in 1940, the building was home to T-V Hardware Company.