314 America Avenue

Two hotels once existed on the east side of America Avenue between Third and Fourth Street. The Minnesota House at 314 America Avenue was operated by G. O. Bang in 1910, then by Jens Johnson and then by Joseph Blondo.  Blondo purchased the Minnesota House, remodeled and refurnished it in 1921.  Opening day at the Blondo’s Hotel was December 1, 1921. He advertised beds for 25¢ and 50¢ a night. The hotel ran on the American plan. Meals cost 25 cents. Blondo had previously run the West Hotel and also the City Hotel. This address was not listed after his death and the building is gone.