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Guardhouse, then it has prevailed in its original form (model project 1783.), Originally made out outside the customs and border police at the entrances of the city. The word comes from the French corps de garde, which means "room for the guard guarding the gates" (Wikipedia). In the book (respected publication, but there is still caught malfunctioning) dating pictures - early. Twentieth century. But something I doubt: maybe later - lantern confused. Outskirts, and such advanced lighting... People who know a lot about the history of the city economy, could clarify