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The Tower of Tower Street

by John Morris in Random Gems on 03/11/2008
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This is the namesake of the similarly named street. During the months in which more foliage is present, the tower is almost invisible. It’s been painted green to blend in with trees around it.

2008 Goodnight, Raleigh!

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Leo
03/12/2008

Cool photo. Looks creepy, I like.
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