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Building Notes

In 1921, architect architect Robert Hall Orr also drew up plans for a recreation building for the 1st Christian congregation, containing a gymnasium and pool.

Alteration

On 12/16/1920, the segmental concrete dome of this church collapsed, due to an inadequate system of steel framing. The church was almost finished at this time; fortunately for the workers, the accident occurred at lunchtime when few were on the site. (See First Christian Church Recreation Building note, Southwest Builder and Contractor, 06/24/1921, p. 14.)

Demolition

The 1st Christian Church was razed through eminent domain in 1979. (Thank you to Richard Villa for information on First Christian Church. Email from Richard Villa to the author, 04/08/2014.)

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