By John Dodge

The clock on the corner of Washington and State got a fresh look on Tuesday. (CBS)
CHICAGO (CBS) — The iconic clocks outside the store formerly known as Marshall Field’s are getting a face lift.
Workers have completed work on the clock on the corner of Washington and State. Painters put finishing touches on the black Roman numerals on Tuesday.
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