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Gray's Mill: Email Reply From Ted Hazen, June 10, 2001

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Second email correspondence to Baker from Ted Hazen on the operation of old grist mills. June 10, 2001.

2. Excavation Of The Northeast Insulae, Mark Schuler

The Final Report

Presented in this volume are revised copies of the annual reports submitted for each of the excavation seasons (2002-2016, 2019). Revisions provide consistent terminology and presentation of graphic materials. These reports serve as the basis for the summaries and synthesis in the report, Northeast Insulae Project: Context and Analysis.

1. Northeast Insulae Project: Context And Analysis, Mark Schuler

The Final Report

This book places the excavation of the northeast insulae at Hippos of the Decapolis, into its historical context, summarizes the archaeological findings, and posits that the site was an urban monastery centered around a healing cult that grew from the veneration of a revered woman and became a monastic infirmary also employing herbals to relieve the suffering in the larger community.

Washington Square Branch Library National Register Of Historic Places Preliminary Questionnaire, Luis Antonio Pena

Historic Preservation Final Projects

This document covers the textual portions of the National Register Preliminary Questionnaire (NRPQ, herein), a statement of significance and a statement of property integrity, for the Washington Square Branch of the Kalamazoo Public Library property at 1244 Portage Street in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The Washington Square branch of the Kalamazoo Public Library, designed by Kalamazoo architect M.C.J Billingham and built by the Kalamazoo based O.F. Miller contracting company is notable for aligning with the early twentieth century American trend of women and women’s social groups advocating for the establishment and erection of libraries. Additionally, the Library is considered a fine example …

Reflections Of Arabic Literature On Architectural Representation, Othman El Obeidi, Aya Salamah, Rola Ayoub, Abed El Karim Owaydat

Architecture and Planning Journal (APJ)

Literature and architecture have long been connected where both are forms of art; literature is a verbal form of art whereas architecture takes a social form. Both domains play a major role in heritage inheritance and representation and are immensely linked to each other; each is capable of representing and embodying the other. Gloomily, in light of digital technology, Information Age, and onslaught of globalization, the reflections of the practices of Arabic literature on architectural representations, after being practiced together since ancient periods, have retracted in recent times thus architecture in the Arab cities has started to veer far away …

Akin House: Lecture, October 2006

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Slides for Pete Baker's lecture on Akin House, October 2006.

Book Review: The South Carolina State House Grounds, Jennifer S. Gibson

South Carolina Libraries

Jennifer Gibson reviews The South Carolina State House Grounds, written by Lydia Mattice Brandt with photographs by Chandler Yonkers.

Restoring History: Mixed-Use Hotel & Retail Center, William Chase Sisk

Symposium of Student Scholars

Monroe, Georgia, is a unique small town, located halfway between Athens and Atlanta. The small-town atmosphere and amenities have become a popular destination for people attracted to the historic buildings, downtown events and UGA football home games. Monroe is popular for its wedding venues, antique malls, and car shows, but there are not enough hotel rooms. Currently within the historic downtown, there are only one bed and breakfast, two AirBNB’s, and no hotels, although every downtown storefront is occupied by restaurants, retail stores, and businesses.

The need for overnight accommodations has raised the possibility of a new mixed-use hotel and …

Rebuilding California History: Research, Conceptual Design, And Code Analysis For The Reconstruction Of The Swanton Pacific Railroad On Swanton Ranch, David J. Choy

City and Regional Planning

The purpose of this report is to provide code research, code analysis, and conceptual design work for the Swanton Pacific Railroad. This work will provide a basis that decisions makers can use to review potential actions for the future of the Swanton Pacific Railroad. Based on the research, several issues have been identified that will need to be addressed if rebuilding is to succeed.

• The parcel that the railroad is located on is Split Zoned, which will need to be resolved.
• A decision needs to be made if this project is: Only rebuilding what was existing beforehand, rebuilding in part …

The Literary Controversies Of Michelangelo's Sistine Ceiling, Victoria Duehring

The Forum: Journal of History

This literary review will focus on Michelangelo’s most significant work of color: the Sistine ceiling. Michelangelo’s work has spawned a plethora of literature, but this paper will focus on three main controversial topics: assistants (or lack thereof), the ignudi’s purpose, and restoration. I will also apply a psycho-historical approach to these controversies and identify potential avenues for future research.

Akin House: Powerpoint For Grant Proposal To Benefit Akin House Cultural Heritage Center

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Powerpoint presentation. Waterfront Historic Area League (WHALE) in cooperation with the Town of Dartmouth. Massachusetts Cultural Facilities Grant Proposal to Benefit The Akin House Cultural Heritage Center. Photographs and explanations of historical significance of Akin House rooms and historical features. Presentation not dated. File is Dated 2007.

Akin House: Letter From Daniel Perry On Dhpt's Application For Cpa Funds

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Letter from Attorney Daniel Perry regarding the CPA application of Dartmouth Historic Preservation for Restoration of Akin House. Dated September 15, 2008.

Akin House: Dr. Hodges Letter Of Support For Cpa Funding

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Dr. Christina Hodges of the Peabody Museum writes a letter in support of the Dartmouth Heritage Preservation Trust (DHPT) application for a Community Preservation funds for continuing work at the historic Elihu Akin House in South Dartmouth. Letter dated August 28, 2008.

Akin House: Final Cost Exterior And Estimate For Interior

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Final Cost for Exterior work and Estimate for Interior for Akin House Restoration. Submitted by Stephen J. Tyson. Dated August 26, 2008.

Akin House: Historical Structural Report By Anne Baker, Anne W. Baker

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Historical Structure Report prepared for the Massachusetts Historical Commission. Prepared by Anne W. Baker. Dated October 11, 2004. Describes the importance of Akin House and detailed architectural and structural features.

Akin House: Elihu Akin House Interpretation Project

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Narrative for a NEH Consultation Grant to allow W H A L E staff to refine interpretation plans for the Elihu Akin House. The project brings together humanities scholars, historic preservationists, museum staff and educators to plan the best use of the 1762 house as an education center/museum.

Akin House: Standard-Times Article, August 10, 2005

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New Bedford Standard-Times article written by Tom Timberlake on August 10, 2005, entitled Historic Akin House has a future.

Akin House: Standard-Times Article, October 26, 2006

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New Bedford Standard-Times article from October 26, 2006 entitled WHALE to present session on Akin House.

Akin House: Standard-Times Article, March 1, 2015

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New Bedford Standard-Times article from March 1, 2015, entitled Policymakers: Questions for the Dartmouth Historic Preservation Trust about the Akin house.

Akin House: Akin Deed

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Akin Deed research done by Peggi Medeiros. Research dated July 15, 2004.

Akin House: Letter Concerning Rear 20th Century Dormer

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Letter written by WHALE to MHC concerning the decision not to replace the 20th century dormer on the rear of the house. The decision was based on recommendations made by the Architectural Preservation Group and Anne Baker. Draft Letter dated January 20, 2006

Akin House: Letter Concerning Akin House Historical Structure

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Letter written by Anne Baker to Diana detailing the historical structure of the Akin House. Dated September 28, 2008.

Akin House: Estimate For Immediate Structural Repairs

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Estimate submitted by Anne Baker for immediate structural repairs to plates, rafters and sills. Dated June 20, 2005.

Akin House: Baker Invoice To Whale

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Anne Baker's invoice to WHALE for surveying, site documentation, and cleaning. Dated July 30, 2004.

Akin House: Request To Mhc To Amend Criteria Statement

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Draft letter to Michael Steinitz, Massachusetts Historical Commission. Request to amend original Criteria Statement to include additional information based on Baker's Historical Structures Report. no date is given on the Draft.

Akin House: Conservation Completed To Date

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A list of conservation work completed to date. Though no date appears on the list, it appears to have been compiled in June 2006.

Akin House: The Elihu Akin House Narrative

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The Elihu Akin House Narrative written by Peggi Medieros for the Massachusetts Historical Commission describes the architectural importance of Akin House as well as the Akin Family influence in the development of South Dartmouth, MA.

Akin House: Standard-Times Article, February 17, 2004

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New Bedford Standard-Times article from February 17, 2004. Written by Curt Brown, entitled WHALE takes steps to preserve Akin House.

Understanding The Importance Of Statues: Symbols Of Racism In Modern Society, Theresa Vanwormer

The Review: A Journal of Undergraduate Student Research

Whether it is a monument, statue, plaque, or mural, the values and ideologies that are memorialized on public land reflect what reality the people of a country are choosing to remember. The United States’ political and racial history has led to the creation of controversial memorials, including memorials that honor the Confederacy and its leaders, influencing moral concepts based in racism, violence, and oppression. The continued veneration of these symbols on public land sends the message to the Black community that their oppressors are honored as heroes and that the society they live in still allows for their abuse. Annette-Gordon …

Akin House: Letter To Buddy Baker-Smith, Community Preservation Committee, Anne W. Baker

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Letter from Anne Baker to Buddy Baker-Smith to the Community Preservation Committee in Dartmouth, MA expressing her concerns for the future of the Akin House. Letter dated September 22, 2008.