The Leland House – In 1896 the Parkers leased
the Leland House from the original owner, Allen Tompkins. They bought it from
him in 1898. Located on the corner of Main Street and Central Avenue, The now
Leland Parker Hotel had 10 rooms with their own bath. The hotel also had its
own sewer system which was constructed after the city council turned down a
proposal for city sewer. It was also Minot’s first brick building. The
Leland Hotel – in 1904 the Leland Hotel had a pretentious dining room that
could seat 100 people. Buffalo steaks from Clarence Parker’s famous herd were
one of the popular items on the menu. The Leland advertised 110 rooms, steam
heat, electric lights and fine furnishings. The Leland was remodeled and
improved six times over the years. In the 50’s some of the businesses included
the KG Men’s Store, Gambles, and a cafeteria.
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