Tuesday, January 17, 2012

Capitol Story, by Cecil R. Roseberry,



Capitol Story, by Cecil R. Roseberry, 1rst edition 1964, full page photograph deleted from the 1982 2nd edition. In the chapter "Battle of the Styles" (Chapter 4 in the 1rst edition, and Chapter 5 in the 2nd.) The text is apparently verbatim between the two editions, Otherwise essential the same illustrations. Roseberry captions this photograph:

"Lieut.-Governor Dorsheimer (top) was key figure in decision to revise Capitol architecture; also envisioned the building as a repository for fine arts. Building superintendent during the controversy was James W. Eaton. Photo at left shows approximate stage at which Fuller left off, view from Washington Avenue side. Note, at right side of picture, projecting structure for balcony intended to flank Assembly Chamber. The new architects removed this; street level portico was added later.