"This compelling "Then and Now" comparison presents an iconic Clock Tower from 1885 and 2024. Standing as a steadfast sentinel through the centuries, the tower itself showcases remarkable architectural continuity, a testament to its enduring design and careful preservation. Its intricate details, from the clock face to the elegant cupola, have largely remained consistent over 139 years.The surrounding square, however, reveals a dramatic transformation of urban life. The dusty, unpaved thoroughfa