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If anyone wants to borrow a good balcony with a long background, this is it. For nearly a century it has overlooked downtown Broadway. Know the location?
Answer: The Ogden Hotel, 169 W. Broadway.
Answer: The Ogden Hotel, 169 W. Broadway.
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This ornate design swirls over the entrance to a 70-year-old house in excellent condition. The letters on the shield are VB for Van Brunt, the original owners. The present occupants are of French origin.
Answer: The ornamental design decorates…
Answer: The ornamental design decorates…
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One of the city's best know monument bears tribute to a teacher who became a colonel in the 23rd Iowa Infantry and was killed in a Civil War battle. Recognize the man and the monument?
Answer: The Col. William Kinsman monument in Fairview…
Answer: The Col. William Kinsman monument in Fairview…
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Timely for November is this view of a sturdy church steeple catching the tangled shadows of bare tree branches. Can you identify the steeple?
Answer: The steeple of Emanuel Lutheran Church, Seventh and Mill Streets.
Answer: The steeple of Emanuel Lutheran Church, Seventh and Mill Streets.
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This is an off-Broadway view of a theater. The numerals are painted on the rear of the building for the benefit of car owners. Unless you're inclined to hovel on downtown alleys, this location may be a stickler.
Answer: Parking stalls at the rear…
Answer: Parking stalls at the rear…
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This horn tooting chap has the perfect formula for keeping cool. He spends the summer taking a steady shower in one of the city's most popular parks. Recognize him?
Answer: One of the cherubs on the Bayliss Park Fountain.
Answer: One of the cherubs on the Bayliss Park Fountain.
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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…
Know Your Scenes In Council Bluffs:
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.
Know Your Scenes In Council Bluffs:
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?
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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?
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