Letter: Maine Maid Inn is crumbling
The Maine Maid Inn in Jericho was built in 1789 as the home for prominent Quaker Valentine Hicks. (Jan. 17, 2007) Credit: George Tsourovakas
A judge halted the building of a new restaurant on the site of the Maine Maid Inn ["Judge halts landmark inn construction," News, July 1]. I just don't understand this. The building was in complete disrepair, and unless the Landmarks Preservation Commission intends to build a brand-new museum, it's a complete waste of time.
I understand the antebellum history, but this is making a monument out of a molehill. A statue or plaque at Syosset Woodbury Park or the Jericho Public Library would be a fitting tribute, and people could see it every day.
A brand-new building, workers and customers would be welcome sights to replace another crumbling, empty building.
Kevin H. Fox, Jericho
