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Set against a background of neat lawns and impressive trees, this rustic entrance leads to one of the city's most secluded areas. Recognize it?
Answer: The main entrance to Cogleywood, home of Dr. and Mrs. J. P. Cogley.
Answer: The main entrance to Cogleywood, home of Dr. and Mrs. J. P. Cogley.
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Without a doubt, this is the most unique barn in Southwest Iowa. Farm animals will never see the inside unless they're midgets. From the day it was built, the structure was intended to cause people trouble. It's easily spotted from West Broadway. Can…
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A few centuries ago, this quaint bit of architecture might have passed as part of a medieval castle. It towers above a church in the west side of town. Recognize it?
Answer: The tower of Epworth Methodist Church, Twenty-fifth Street and Avenue B.
Answer: The tower of Epworth Methodist Church, Twenty-fifth Street and Avenue B.
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These steps lead to one of the most historic homes in town. It was built by a man who gained national fame as a soldier and surveyor. Can you identify the scene?
Answer: The steps lead to 605 Third St., formerly the home of Gen. Grenville Dodge,…
Answer: The steps lead to 605 Third St., formerly the home of Gen. Grenville Dodge,…
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There's a definite connection between this quaint cupola and law and order in Pottawattamie County. The tie-in is self-evident once you pin down the location. Can you?
Answer: The cupola crowns the Pottawattamie County jail on the courthouse…
Answer: The cupola crowns the Pottawattamie County jail on the courthouse…
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Here's a well-preserved example of enthusiasm in nineteenth century architecture, noteworthy for its emphasis on deep, overhanging eaves and fancy "gingerbread" trimming. Can you identify the building?
Answer: The building constructed in 1877 is…
Answer: The building constructed in 1877 is…
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Beneath this bit of fancywork is the doorway to a world of knowledge, information and quiet relaxation. Young and old have made it one of the most popular gathering places in town. Can you identify the building?
Answer: The Free Public Library,…
Answer: The Free Public Library,…
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Mormon pioneers and the Kanesville era are commemorated in bronze on this outdoor mural sponsored by an organization of history minded women. Can you identify the monument and its location?
Answer: The bronze mural is part of the boulder monument…
Answer: The bronze mural is part of the boulder monument…
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This is Muskie Stadium - all lock, stock and barrel of it. An industrious artist carefully lettered the sign and added a husky muskrat, baseball and football. Can you locate the "stadium"?
Answer: The well-labeled "Muskie Stadium" is a vacant lot…
Answer: The well-labeled "Muskie Stadium" is a vacant lot…
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Handsome columns set the theme for the architecture of this popular meeting place in downtown Council Bluffs. The view takes in a corner of the second story porch. Can you identify it?
Answer: The Elks Club, 530 First Ave.
Answer: The Elks Club, 530 First Ave.
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The split level look in garages made its Council Bluffs debut years ago. This example in the hill district solves a multiple car storage problem. Know the location?
Answer: The garages are the 400-block on Grace St.
Answer: The garages are the 400-block on Grace St.
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This sound advice from a great president is as timely today as it was a century ago. The message is carved in stone above the entrance to a public school. Can you name the location?
Answer: The north entrance to Bloomer School, Willow Ave. and…
Answer: The north entrance to Bloomer School, Willow Ave. and…
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These letter boxes rest together because mail carriers are not obliged to make house-to-house calls in places where there are no sidewalks. In this case, the remedy was to put all the boxes together on one corner. Recognize the location?
Answer:…
Answer:…
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Strong legs and a good set of lungs are vital equipment for persons planning to attack these steps. Quite a few school children and adults use them too, when they're looking for a short cut or a bit of exercise. Can you locate the climb?
Answer:…
Answer:…
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This is the original entrance to one of the hospitals in Council Bluffs, but the doors are no longer accessible from the street. Recognize them?
Answer: The former entrance to Mercy Hospital, located above the present emergency entrance on…
Answer: The former entrance to Mercy Hospital, located above the present emergency entrance on…
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The new look in architecture provides a frame for this panoramic view of a snow logged neighborhood on a quiet day. Can you recognize the setting?
Answer: The "frame" is a window of DeForest School, 2912 Ninth Ave., looking south on Pine St.
Answer: The "frame" is a window of DeForest School, 2912 Ninth Ave., looking south on Pine St.
Know Your Scenes In Council Bluffs:
Beneath this fellow's hard exterior are the regulation working clothes of a fireman. Helmet, boots and raincoat were covered with concrete to form the framework. Can you locate the landmark?
Answer: The concrete fireman decorates the grounds of…
Answer: The concrete fireman decorates the grounds of…
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The letter "B" gives a clue to the name of this familiar structure in the Council Bluffs business district. The stone initial is inscribed above the entrance. Can you name the building?
Answer: The Bennett Building, Broadway and Fourth Street.
Answer: The Bennett Building, Broadway and Fourth Street.
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Modern styling reaches a high point in this impressive new church steeple. Recognize it?
Answer: The steeple tops the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Twenty-third Street and Avenue I.
Answer: The steeple tops the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Twenty-third Street and Avenue I.
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This attractive tower would be right at home in any town hall in New England. It rests atop one of the Council Bluffs public schools. Residents of the northwest part of town should have no trouble identifying it.
Answer: The tower is on Walnut…
Answer: The tower is on Walnut…