to Exchange place, and also opening up a vista, which would bring the First Baptist Church and yard into view from Washington street.
They also voted that when the new bridge is built over the Woonasquatucket river, it ought to be put on the axial line of the State House, in order that there might be one long, straight line of approach, leading directly to the front of the State House.
The third point, upon which the members agreed, was that Gaspee street ought to be so changed as to run in a straight line from the point of its present juncture with Smith street to the Francis street bridge. This would make the State House grounds of much better shape, and would also remove the small corner of the freight yard, which
now interferes so seriously with the view of the State House from the centre of the city. Further sketches will come up for discussion at the next meeting.
ST. LOUIS ARCHITECTURAL CLUB.
Professor Halsey C. Ives addressed the St. Louis Architectural Club in its rooms in the Dolph building December 21 on the subject of “The Proposed Architectural Extension and Development of the Museum of Fine Arts in St. Louis.” Professor Ives illustrated his talk with drawings of the proposed buildings.
“When the World’s Fair was first suggested,” said Professor Ives, “it occurred to me that the greatest good that would come to St, Louis front such an exposition would
be the material from which to build a museum.
“With this thought in mind, I formulated plans whereby the Exposition Company would leave a building as a monument to the greatest of expositions, which would be a suitable home for such a museum. The city ordinance permitting the erection of a building for the purpose of exhibiting art during the Exposition makes it possible for the Palace of Fine Arts to become the home of the Museum of Fine Arts.
“We not only want this, but we also want to erect a building to be used as an architectural museum. The proposed building will cost $1,000,000. I have had plans and drawings prepared by M. Binet, a French architect. The proposed building will be
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They also voted that when the new bridge is built over the Woonasquatucket river, it ought to be put on the axial line of the State House, in order that there might be one long, straight line of approach, leading directly to the front of the State House.
The third point, upon which the members agreed, was that Gaspee street ought to be so changed as to run in a straight line from the point of its present juncture with Smith street to the Francis street bridge. This would make the State House grounds of much better shape, and would also remove the small corner of the freight yard, which
now interferes so seriously with the view of the State House from the centre of the city. Further sketches will come up for discussion at the next meeting.
ST. LOUIS ARCHITECTURAL CLUB.
Professor Halsey C. Ives addressed the St. Louis Architectural Club in its rooms in the Dolph building December 21 on the subject of “The Proposed Architectural Extension and Development of the Museum of Fine Arts in St. Louis.” Professor Ives illustrated his talk with drawings of the proposed buildings.
“When the World’s Fair was first suggested,” said Professor Ives, “it occurred to me that the greatest good that would come to St, Louis front such an exposition would
be the material from which to build a museum.
“With this thought in mind, I formulated plans whereby the Exposition Company would leave a building as a monument to the greatest of expositions, which would be a suitable home for such a museum. The city ordinance permitting the erection of a building for the purpose of exhibiting art during the Exposition makes it possible for the Palace of Fine Arts to become the home of the Museum of Fine Arts.
“We not only want this, but we also want to erect a building to be used as an architectural museum. The proposed building will cost $1,000,000. I have had plans and drawings prepared by M. Binet, a French architect. The proposed building will be
I
F you. desire a fireproof factory building or warehouse, you can build the floors of reinforced concrete at -0 per cent, to 25 per cent, less than steel fire proofed with terra cotta, and the rate of insurance will be the same in each case. t will cost 10 per cent, more than slow burning, but will save one-half the rate of insurance.
The construction will be more durable and lasting, as it neither rusts nor rots; having no joints, there is no vibration. To accomplish this result, use the “Unit” Girder Frame, “ Unit ” Socket and local labor. Catalogue mailed upon reques .
UNIT CONCRETE STEEL FRAME CO..
1412 Commonwealth Building,
PHILADELPHIA. PA.
“Unit” Girder Frame
PATENTED
The Frame is delivered as one complete unit, all members properly spaced and rigidly attached for the reinforcing of Beams, Girders, Arches, etc.
It is not a Single Trussed Bar, nor a Single Deformed Bar, hut a complete reinforcement for Beams, Girders, etc.
“Unit” Socket
PATENTED
The “Unit” Socket supports the “Unit” Girder Frame so that the center of action of Reinforcing Metal is exactly located before concreting.
The “Unit” Socket is always available for supporting shafting.
MANUFACTURERS and
Business Firms are requested to send us copies of all Catalogues as soon as issued. These will be mentioned in the columns devoted to such information and then placed in our permanent file.
Please address,
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on file in their offices. Architects prize the INTERNATIONAL STUDIO For the frequent articles on Exterior and
Interior Decoration. For the attention given the latest plans and
buildings. For views and descriptions in particular of
Gountry Residences. For the latest work inWrought Iron, Leaded Glass, Stained Glass, Wood Work, etc.
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