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Demolition of Clemens House delayed once more

The home was listed as a landmark in the City of St. Louis in the 1970s, but the property sat vacant for decades despite multiple attempts to bring life back into the household.

ST. LOUIS — A St. Louis landmark will soon be no more.

The historic James L. Clemens House in north St. Louis was initially planned for demolition on Monday, but officials were forced to delay the deconstruction due to inclement weather. However, because of the sub-zero temperatures Tuesday, officials once again postponed the demolition.

Officials said there is "a chance" they could begin tearing down the house Tuesday afternoon, but the chances are "slim."

Last July, the house was destroyed by fire. The home, which was owned by the nephew of writer Samuel Clemens, also known as Mark Twain. Clemens was said to have visited the house on several occasions, according to the City of St. Louis website.

PHOTOS | Fire at historic James Clemens House

PHOTOS | Historic photos of Clemens House

The home, built in 1859, was listed as a landmark in the City of St. Louis in the 1970s, but the property sat vacant for decades despite multiple attempts to bring life back into the household.

Environmental Protection Agency contractors later found traces of asbestos in samples taken following the fire. The agency added they found no airborne asbestos around the historic property.

READ MORE | Historic James L. Clemens House destroyed by fire

READ MORE | EPA finds asbestos near site of Clemens House fire

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