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Old Capitol : Portrait of an Iowa Landmark Bur Oak Original
author
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Keyes, Margaret N.
publisher
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University of Iowa Press
isbn10 | asin
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0877452105
print isbn13
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9780877452102
ebook isbn13
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9781587291234
language
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English
subject
Old Capitol (Iowa City, Iowa) , Architecture, Modern--19th century--Conservation and restoration--Iowa--Iowa City, Historic buildings--Conservation and restoration--Iowa--Iowa City, Iowa City (Iowa)--Buildings, structures, etc.--Conservation and restorati
publication date
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1988
lcc
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NA4413.I84K4 1988eb
ddc
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727/.3/028809777655
subject
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Old Capitol (Iowa City, Iowa) , Architecture, Modern--19th century--Conservation and restoration--Iowa--Iowa City, Historic buildings--Conservation and restoration--Iowa--Iowa City, Iowa City (Iowa)--Buildings, structures, etc.--Conservation and restorati
Page i
Old Capitol
Page iii
A Bur Oak Original
Page v
Old Capitol
Portrait of an Iowa Landmark
By Margaret N. Keyes
University of Iowa Press Iowa City
Page vi
University of Iowa Press, Iowa City 52242 Copyright 1988 by the University of Iowa All rights reserved Printed in the United States of America First edition, 1988
Design by Richard Hendel Typesetting by G & S Typesetters, Austin, Texas Printing and binding by Edwards Brothers, Ann Arbor, Michigan
No part of this book may be reproduced or utilized in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording, without permission in writing from the publisher.
Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data
Keyes, Margaret N., 1918 Old Capitol: portrait of an Iowa landmark/by Margaret N. Keyes.1st ed. p. cm.(A Bur oak original) Bibliography: p. Includes index. ISBN 0-87745-210-5 1. Old Capitol (Iowa City, Iowa)Conservation and restoration. 2. Architecture, Modern19th centuryIowaIowa CityConservation and restoration. 3. Historic buildingsIowaIowa CityConservation and restoration. 4. Iowa City (Iowa) Buildings, structures, etc.Conservation and restoration. 5. University of Iowa BuildingsConservation and restoration. I. Title. II. Series. NA4413.I84K4 1988 727'.3'028809777dc19 88-22689 CIP
Frontispiece: East facade. Photo University Photo Service, c. 1950.
Page vii
To Willard L. Boyd, who envisioned not only the restoration of Old Capitol but also this historical record of the building
Page ix
Contents
Acknowledgments
xi
Introduction
xiii
1. The Territorial and Statehood Years, 18421857
1
2. The University Years, 18571970
22
3. The Rehabilitation, 19211924
46
4. The Architectural Restoration, 19701976
73
5. The Interior
94
6. The Dedication
121
Epilogue
130
Appendix A. Old Capitol Restoration Committee
139
Appendix B. University Student Involvement
142
Appendix C. Old Capitol Dedication Program
143
Notes
145
Select Bibliography
151
Index
165
Page xi
Acknowledgments
One of the meaningful benefits of the research process is the privilege of first contacting and then learning to know and appreciate many individuals. In researching the history, construction, and furnishings of Iowa's first state capitol and in restoring the building, I have worked with numerous people. Each of them has left an imprint on the final outcome of my work, this manuscript. I contacted so many between 1970 and 1988, and I regret that not all may be named here. Many will find their names included in the text in connection with their specific contributions, others will find themselves credited in the appendixes, and still others will know only that I am aware of what they didand that I am most appreciative.
The restoration of Old Capitol was initiated by Willard L. Boyd, president of the University of Iowa, in the summer of 1970. By appointing me director of research for the project, he involved me in a fascinating academic pursuit that resulted in a new career direction in the ensuing years. I extend to him my most sincere thanks for the challenge he presented and for his support throughout the project.
I am also indebted to many others for their efforts and cooperation throughout the long process: the members of the Old Capitol Restoration Committee, especially its chair, Susan Hancher; the University students who served as graduate research assistants; the University faculty and staff; the off-campus architects and other professionals, all of whom served as advisors; and finally, the
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