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Capitol Theatre Construction

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Side view from the roof of Kruse's store, towards the Capitol Theatre under construction, of steel frame of structure.

Date Created:
May 2, 1927
Creator:
McVicar, Angus Boyd, 1903-1964

Publication Information

Creator
McVicar, Angus Boyd, 1903-1964
Date Created
May 2, 1927

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
26 x 21 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
PH 6058.0139B-11

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013B3U
Legacy ID
WHi 4033

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Capitol Theatre Under Construction

December 2, 1926

Capitol Theatre, 211 State Street, with the foundation excavation as seen from Kruse's Store looking toward Dayton Street.

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January 3, 1927

Capitol Theatre, at 211 State Street. View showing the foundation excavation looking from the north toward Dayton Street.

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February 1, 1927

Capitol Theatre, 211 State Street, under construction. View looking from Kessenich's toward Dayton Street.

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June 3, 1927

An interior view of the Capitol Theatre auditorium and balcony under construction.

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October 3, 1927

Capitol Theatre, 211 State Street, under construction, showing ceiling construction under the roof.

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March 1, 1927

Capitol Theatre, 211 State Street, under construction. View from the roof of Kruse's store towards two workmen and the construction house.

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