General
Regular MeetingWinnetka, IL · June 19, 2023
Minutes
Adopted on July 17, 2023
1 LANDMARK PRESERVATION COMMISSION
2 JUNE 19, 2023 SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
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4 Members Present: Jack Coladarci, Chairman
5 Chris Enck
6 Beth Ann Papoutsis
7 Joseph Stuart
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9 Non-Voting Member Absent: Bob Dearborn
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11 Members Absent: Laura Good
12 Paul Weaver
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14 Village Staff: David Schoon, Director of Community Development
15 Christopher Marx, Associate Planner
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17 Call to Order & Roll Call:
18 Chairman Coladarci called the meeting to order at 7:08 p.m. Mr. Marx took roll call of the Commission Members
19 present.
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21 Public Comment
22 No public comment was made at this time. Mr. Marx confirmed no correspondence was received for items on the
23 agenda.
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25 Approval of Minutes:
26 a. Approval of the May 1, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes
27 Chairman Coladarci asked if there were any corrections or for a motion to approve the May 1, 2023 meeting
28 minutes. A motion to approve the May 1, 2023 meeting minutes was made by Mr. Enck and seconded by Ms.
29 Papoutsis. A vote was taken and the motion unanimously passed, 4 to 0:
30 AYES: Coladarci, Enck, Papoutsis, Stuart
31 NAYS: None
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33 Demolition Permit Applications:
34 a. Case No. 23-10-LPC - 620 Spruce Street: Review of the demolition permit application submitted for the
35 single-family residence at 620 Spruce Street.
36 Mr. Marx identified the property’s zoning, location and size which was built in 1925 with limited alterations. He
37 stated the property is not on the Illinois Historic Structures Listing and the Historical Society indicated the property
38 has architectural significance noting no public comments were received. Mr. Marx then asked if there were any
39 questions. No questions were raised at this time.
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41 Chairman Coladarci then asked for the applicant’s presentation. Paul Konstant, Konstant Architecture, stated the
42 applicants are moving back to Winnetka and want a home with a first floor master suite. He stated the home was
43 viewed by other builders and described the home as being in deplorable shape. Mr. Konstant described the
44 deficiencies in the home and the proposed new, smaller home’s characteristics which would conform to
45 requirements. He added the new home would be consistent with the neighborhood.
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47 Chairman Coladarci asked if there were any questions. Mr. Konstant noted photos of the replacement home are
48 available for the Commission’s review. Chairman Coladarci asked if attempts were made to market the home. Mr.
49 Konstant responded the home was listed on the MLS for six months with the applicants deciding to purchase the
50 lot. Mr. Stuart questioned the basement’s condition which Mr. Konstant described as being in bad condition. He
51 commented the home is not worth saving. The Commission Members asked if they explored options to remodeling
52 and saving the home. Mr. Konstant reiterated the home is in bad shape. No additional questions were raised at
53 this time.
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2 Chairman Coladarci called the matter in for discussion. Chairman Coladarci referred to the amount of time the
3 property was listed and noted the property is not savable. Mr. Enck suggested an HAIS be done to document the
4 home in connection with the home’s architects. Chairman Coladarci indicated other HAIS reports may have
5 addressed the home’s architects. Mr. Enck suggested documenting the home itself in connection with the local
6 architect should be done. Mr. Stuart informed the Commission he went in the home and described the home’s
7 original features which should be documented.
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9 Chairman Coladarci then asked for a motion to require an HAIS be done on 620 Spruce Street. Mr. Enck moved to
10 require an HAIS for 620 Spruce Street and read the criteria and findings into the record. Mr. Stuart seconded the
11 motion. A vote was taken and the motion unanimously passed, 4 to 0:
12 AYES: Coladarci, Enck, Papoutsis, Stuart
13 NAYS: None
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15 b. Case No. 23-13-LPC - 791 Elm Street: Review of the demolition permit application submitted for the
16 commercial building at 791 Elm Street.
17 Mr. Marx identified the property’s location, size and zoning classification which was constructed in 1964 with a
18 series of renovations for its longtime use as a bank. He noted the property is not on the Illinois Historic Structures
19 Listing and the Historical Society indicated the property has architectural and historical significance. Mr. Marx
20 noted a demolition permit was approved for 564 Green Bay Road last year and a new four story mixed-use building
21 would be built on that site. He stated new construction plans for the property have not been submitted and the
22 applicant can provide additional information. Mr. Marx asked if there were any questions.
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24 Mr. Enck asked if this request related to the 564 Green Bay Road demolition and if it would be presented to the
25 DRB. Mr. Marx responded it is not related to 564 Green Bay Road and the application would be reviewed by the
26 DRB. No additional questions were raised at this time.
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28 Mr. Marx asked for the applicant’s presentation. John O’Donnell, Riverside Investment and Development
29 Company, stated they were hired by JPMorgan Chase and would provide a PowerPoint presentation outlining the
30 project. He introduced Tyler Lamkey and Mike Spence along with Scott Hurst of Gensler and Chris McKenna of
31 JPMorgan Chase to the Commission.
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33 Tyler Lampkey stated the project would be presented to the Village Council tomorrow with the design process
34 having recently started. He outlined the project’s timeline for the Commission and referred to images of the
35 proposed building and concepts.
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37 Chris McKenna, JPMorgan Chase, stated he is representing the applicant, Riverside Investment and Development,
38 described the history surrounding the property’s consideration. He described the challenges of employees meeting
39 in their current location with the new location being very active. Mr. McKenna stated they considered renovating
40 the building and determined the building would not meet their needs as well as the lack of onsite parking which
41 would be achieved with the new building. He described the location as one of the best corners in the market which
42 they would celebrate and which would fit into while investing in the community.
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44 Mr. Hurst stated their first impulse was to try to save the building and after lengthy analysis, they determined it
45 would not be deemed possible with the existing building lacking sufficient space. He described how the current
46 space could not accommodate parking needs nor is sufficient for vertical expansion, among other issues. Mr. Hurst
47 then described the prior financial uses for the building noting there would be similarities between the existing and
48 proposed building design. He also referred to the street rhythm which would be incorporated as the design
49 progresses.
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51 Mr. Hurst described the proposed retail and office space on three floors with a full parking deck below grade. He
52 identified the proposed building height at 45 feet to the roof and 52 feet to the parapet and parking would be
53 enlarged to accommodate 32 parking spaces and the building would include modern HVAC, energy and green
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1 features. Mr. Hurst then identified the building’s primary features which would serve to minimize energy
2 consumption and reduce its carbon footprint. He concluded they plan to collaborate with the Village and to honor
3 the site’s history.
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5 Chairman Coladarci asked if a drive-through would be incorporated. Mr. Hurst responded there would not be a
6 drive-through and the decision whether to close the Spruce Street drive-through is undecided. Mr. Enck stated
7 with regard to sustainability and carbon footprint reduction, due to the building’s size, he asked if they planned to
8 deconstruct the building. Mr. Hurst responded they are evaluating different solutions which he described for the
9 Commission. Mr. O’Donnell estimated 90% of the building’s materials would be recycled as they go through the
10 demolition process.
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12 Chairman Coladarci asked if there were any other questions. No additional questions were raised at this time. He
13 then called the matter in for discussion.
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15 Chairman Coladarci asked the Commission if they felt an HAIS should be required. Ms. Papoutsis referred to the
16 Historical Society’s comments relating to the building’s architectural and historical significance. Chairman Coladarci
17 referred to the findings. Ms. Papoutsis suggested an HAIS be done as a result of the Historical Society’s comments
18 since the building would not be demolished until next year.
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20 Chairman Coladarci asked for a motion to require an HAIS for 791 Elm Street. A motion was made by Ms. Papoutsis
21 to require an HAIS for 791 Elm Street. Mr. Enck seconded the motion. Chairman Coladarci identified the applicable
22 findings. A vote was taken and the motion unanimously passed, 4 to 0:
23 AYES: Coladarci, Enck, Papoutsis, Stuart
24 NAYS: None
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26 c. Case No. 23-14-LPC - 1035 Sunset Road: Review of the demolition permit application submitted for the
27 single-family residence at 1035 Sunset Road.
28 Mr. Marx identified the property’s location, size and zoning classification which was built in 1952 and has had
29 several alterations. He noted it is not on the Illinois Historic Structures Listing and the Historical Society stated the
30 property does not have historical or architectural significance Mr. Marx asked if there were any questions. No
31 questions were raised at this time. He noted the applicant is not present and the Commission can either consider
32 the application or continue the matter until the next meeting.
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34 Chairman Coladarci suggested the item be tabled to the end of the meeting. Mr. Schoon stated the Commission
35 needs to ask for a motion to move the item to the end of the agenda. Mr. Marx confirmed the applicant was
36 notified of the meeting.
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38 Chairman Coladarci asked for a motion to move the matter to the end of the agenda. A motion was made by Mr.
39 Enck to move the agenda item to the end of the meeting. The motion was seconded by Ms. Papoutsis. A vote was
40 taken and the motion unanimously passed, 4 to 0:
41 AYES: Coladarci, Enck, Papoutsis, Stuart
42 NAYS: None
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44 d. Case No. 23-15-LPC - 844 Prospect Avenue: Review of the demolition permit application submitted for
45 the single-family residence at 844 Prospect Avenue.
46 Mr. Marx identified the property’s location, size and zoning classification which did not have a determined
47 construction date with the Historical Society indicating 1906 as an approximate construction date with the
48 property having subsequent additions. He noted the property is not on the Illinois Historic Structures Listing and
49 the Historical Society stated the property does not have architectural or historical significance. Mr. Marx noted
50 demolition and new construction permits were approved for 848 Tower Road and asked if there were any
51 questions. No questions were raised at this time.
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1 Chairman Coladarci asked for the applicant’s presentation. Ari Aisen stated he is representing the applicant, Steve
2 Eisen of Newgard Custom Homes. He stated new plans for the lot have not been submitted yet and noted the
3 Historical Society stated the home does not have architectural or historical significance and the application spoke
4 for itself. Chairman Coladarci questioned the home’s condition. Mr. Aisen responded he does not have that
5 information and has not been in it. Ms. Papoutsis stated she has been in the home and described the home as
6 being in decent shape. She stated the prior owners sold the home to the builder. Mr. Marx stated Newguard is
7 listed on the application. Mr. Enck asked if the new home would be a spec home and if the property was listed on
8 the MLS. Mr. Aisen responded he did not have that information. Ms. Papoutsis confirmed the home was listed on
9 the MLS.
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11 Chairman Coladarci asked if there were any other questions. No additional questions were raised at this time. He
12 then called the matter in for discussion. Mr. Enck advised Mr. Aisen as to the questions being raised by the
13 Commission and that the Commission does not have any information other than the application materials.
14 Chairman Coladarci further explained the Commission’s role to Mr. Aisen.
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16 Mr. Marx informed the Commission he spoke with Mr. Philip of Newguard that afternoon who stated he was not
17 able to attend due to scheduling conflicts and advised him to send a representative as opposed to delaying the
18 application review. He stated for the Commission to make a more informed decision, he referred to materials in
19 the application although there are no interior photos.
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21 Chairman Coladarci asked if there were any other questions. Ms. Papoutsis asked when the demolition is
22 scheduled. Mr. Aisen responded he did not know. Mr. Marx referred to Attachment D with July 21, 2023 as the
23 demolition date although the demolition permit is not issued until plans are received. Ms. Handler asked if the
24 applicant can be given the opportunity to postpone the review until the next meeting. Mr. Marx confirmed that is
25 correct. Mr. Enck referred to the survey showing two lots and asked if it is part of a subdivision application. Mr.
26 Marx responded that would be considered separately and the request has not been submitted to the PC for
27 consolidation. No additional questions were raised at this time.
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29 Chairman Coladarci then called the matter in for discussion and asked the Commission if they felt an HAIS is
30 appropriate. Ms. Papoutsis and Mr. Enck responded no. Chairman Coladarci then asked for a motion to issue the
31 demolition permit for 844 Prospect Avenue without delay. A motion to approve the demolition permit was made
32 by Mr. Enck and seconded by Mr. Stuart. A vote was taken and the motion unanimously passed, 4 to 0:
33 AYES: Coladarci, Enck, Papoutsis, Stuart
34 NAYS: None
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36 e. Case No. 23-16-LPC - 608 Willow Road: Review of the demolition permit application submitted for the
37 single-family residence at 608 Willow Road.
38 Mr. Marx identified the property’s location, size and zoning classification which was built in 1921 with a
39 subsequent garage addition. He stated the property is not on the Illinois Historic Structures Listing and the
40 Historical Society stated the property does not have architectural or historical significance. Mr. Marx noted a
41 demolition and new construction permits were approved for 604 Willow Road and asked if there were any
42 questions. Mr. Stuart asked if there would be congestion issues with regard to the home being built next door. Mr.
43 Marx explained the Director would make a determination as to whether a delay would be warranted.
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45 Chairman Coladarci asked for the applicant’s presentation. Jack Kruszewski of Foxwood Development presented
46 the request on behalf of the owners, Adam and Anna Pegram. He stated the applicants have looked at a number of
47 homes and made an offer on the home next door. Mr. Kruszewski stated the home was listed as vacant land and
48 they are in the process of designing a single family residence which would contain an elevator servicing a lower
49 level for older family members. He noted the home has been vacant for several months with a tenant formerly
50 residing in the home. Chairman Coladarci questioned the home’s condition. Mr. Kruszewski responded they were
51 not able to access the home’s interior reiterating it was listed as vacant.
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1 Chairman Coladarci asked if there were any other questions. Mr. Stuart questioned the new home’s square
2 footage. Mr. Kruszewski responded 3,500-3,600 square feet above grade with a lower level and detached garage.
3 He referred to other homes they built in the Greeley area which he described as a Belgian manor style and would
4 be designed by the same architect from Hinsdale. Mr. Kruszewski confirmed the new home would respect the
5 neighborhood. No additional questions were raised at this time.
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7 Chairman Coladarci then called the matter in for discussion and asked the Commission if they felt an HAIS would
8 be appropriate. Ms. Papoutsis stated since the Historical Society stated the home does not have architectural or
9 historical significance, she did not feel an HAIS is warranted.
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11 Chairman Coladarci asked for a motion to allow the demolition to proceed without delay and read the findings into
12 the record. A motion to approve the demolition permit without delay for 608 Willow Road was made by Ms.
13 Papoutsis and seconded by Mr. Enck. A vote was taken and the motion unanimously passed, 4 to 0:
14 AYES: Coladarci, Enck, Papoutsis, Stuart
15 NAYS: None
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17 c. Case No. 23-14-LPC - 1035 Sunset Road: Review of the demolition permit application submitted for the
18 single-family residence at 1035 Sunset Road.
19 Mr. Marx referred to previous instances where the Commission made a decision to either delay the application
20 until the next meeting or review it without the applicant being present. He noted the July meeting would be
21 delayed due to the holiday and there are no demolition applications so far on the agenda. The Commission
22 Members discussed whether the case should be reviewed without the applicant present. Mr. Marx noted an
23 application for new construction was received by the Building Department and identified the applicant as the
24 homeowner.
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26 The Commission Members discussed whether they should proceed with the discussion without the applicant
27 present. Mr. Enck stated based on the Historical Society’s comments, there is no need for an HAIS. He indicated it
28 would be helpful for the applicant to be present to answer questions. Mr. Marx noted the application was received
29 in May 2023 which was rescheduled noting the application should be timely reviewed. He informed the
30 Commission the applicant was advised of the meeting date and advised the Commission as to what the DRB has
31 done under similar circumstances. Mr. Marx stated he did not receive any indication from the applicant that they
32 would not be present.
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34 Chairman Coladarci then stated the Commission would review the application and asked if an HAIS would be
35 appropriate. No comments were made at this time. He then asked for a motion to allow the demolition for 1035
36 Sunset Road to proceed without delay and read findings into the record. A motion to approve the demolition for
37 1035 Sunset Road was made by Ms. Papoutsis and seconded by Mr. Enck. A vote was taken and the motion
38 unanimously passed, 4 to 0:
39 AYES: Coladarci, Enck, Papoutsis, Stuart
40 NAYS: None
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42 Other Business:
43 Chairman Coladarci questioned the status of a home on Sheridan Road where the home was demolished. Mr.
44 Schoon advised the Commission of the property’s status.
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46 a. 1205 Sunset Road – LPC Member Tours.
47 Mr. Marx informed the Commission he did not have any information on the property’s status. Mr. Schoon stated
48 the Commission Members previously expressed interest in touring the home.
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50 b. Review of 2023 Preservation Awards Nominations.
51 Ms. Handler noted she would not participate in the discussion. Mr. Marx identified Nan Greenough’s home at 500
52 Maple as one application being received. He identified the other applications received as 1100 Pellum which was
53 submitted by Ms. Handler and 656 Ardsley. Mr. Marx informed the Commission Trustee Apatoff was helpful in
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1 getting applications submitted and referred to 740 Ardsley which is slated for submission and referred to the
2 deadline. Ms. Handler informed the Commission she was involved in attempts to save the home which was
3 restored. Mr. Marx referred to the timeline in terms of ordering plaques and the Village Council presentation
4 which they would like to occur before year-end. The Commission Members discussed the process in terms of
5 reviewing the applications, ordering another plaque after the original order is placed and the timeline.
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7 Chairman Coladarci asked for a motion to approve the three applications presented without closing the deadline
8 for a future submission. A motion as stated by chairman Coladarci was made by Mr. Enck and seconded by Mr.
9 Stuart. A vote was taken and the motion unanimously passed, 4 to 0:
10 AYES: Coladarci, Enck, Papoutsis, Stuart
11 NAYS: None
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13 c. July 17, 2023 Regular Meeting - Quorum Check.
14 The Commission Members discussed their availability.
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16 Additional Public Comment:
17 An audience member provided the Commission with information relating to 608 Willow Road in terms of the
18 home’s condition and the replacement home which may fit better in the neighborhood than the existing home.
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20 Adjournment:
21 Chairman Coladarci asked for a motion to adjourn. A motion to adjourn was made by Mr. Enck and seconded by
22 Ms. Papoutsis. A vote was taken and the motion unanimously passed, 4 to 0:
23 AYES: Coladarci, Enck, Papoutsis, Stuart
24 NAYS: None
25 The meeting adjourned at 8:37 p.m.
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27 Respectfully submitted,
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29 Antionette Johnson
30 Recording Secretary
Agenda
Village of Winnetka
Landmark Preservation Commission Special Meeting
June 19, 2023 at 7:00 PM
Winnetka Village Hall - 510 Green Bay Road
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Public Comments
3. Approval of Minutes
a. Approval of the May 1, 2023, Regular Meeting Minutes
4. Demolition Permit Applications
a. Case No. 23-10-LPC - 620 Spruce Street: Review of the demolition permit
application submitted for the single-family residence at 620 Spruce Street.
b. Case No. 23-13-LPC - 791 Elm Street: Review of the demolition permit
application submitted for the commercial building at 791 Elm Street.
c. Case No. 23-14-LPC - 1035 Sunset Road: Review of the demolition permit
application submitted for the single-family residence at 1035 Sunset Road.
d. Case No. 23-15-LPC - 844 Prospect Avenue: Review of the demolition permit
application submitted for the single-family residence at 844 Prospect Avenue.
e. Case No. 23-16-LPC - 608 Willow Road: Review of the demolition permit
application submitted for the single-family residence at 608 Willow Road.
5. Other Business
a. 1205 Sunset Road – LPC Member Tours
b. Review of 2023 Preservation Awards Nominations.
c. July 17, 2023, Regular Meeting - Quorum Check
6. Adjournment
NOTICE
Public comment is permitted on all agenda items at the meeting. If you wish to provide testimony or comments
prior to the meeting, you may provide them one of two ways: (1) by sending an email to planning@winnetka.org; or
by sending a letter to Community Development, Village of Winnetka, 510 Green Bay Road, Winnetka, IL 60093. All
agenda materials are available at www.villageofwinnetka.org/agendacenter.
The Village of Winnetka, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that persons with
disabilities, who require certain accommodations to allow them to observe and/or participate in this meeting or have
questions about the accessibility of the meeting or facilities contact the Village ADA Coordinator at 510 Green Bay
Road, Winnetka, Illinois 60093, (Telephone (847) 716-3543; T.D.D. (847) 501-6041).
Packet
Village of Winnetka
Landmark Preservation Commission Special Meeting
June 19, 2023 at 7:00 PM
Winnetka Village Hall - 510 Green Bay Road
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Public Comments
3. Approval of Minutes
a. Approval of the May 1, 2023, Regular Meeting Minutes
4. Demolition Permit Applications
a. Case No. 23-10-LPC - 620 Spruce Street: Review of the demolition permit
application submitted for the single-family residence at 620 Spruce Street.
b. Case No. 23-13-LPC - 791 Elm Street: Review of the demolition permit
application submitted for the commercial building at 791 Elm Street.
c. Case No. 23-14-LPC - 1035 Sunset Road: Review of the demolition permit
application submitted for the single-family residence at 1035 Sunset Road.
d. Case No. 23-15-LPC - 844 Prospect Avenue: Review of the demolition permit
application submitted for the single-family residence at 844 Prospect Avenue.
e. Case No. 23-16-LPC - 608 Willow Road: Review of the demolition permit
application submitted for the single-family residence at 608 Willow Road.
5. Other Business
a. 1205 Sunset Road – LPC Member Tours
b. Review of 2023 Preservation Awards Nominations.
c. July 17, 2023, Regular Meeting - Quorum Check
6. Adjournment
NOTICE
Public comment is permitted on all agenda items at the meeting. If you wish to provide testimony or comments
prior to the meeting, you may provide them one of two ways: (1) by sending an email to planning@winnetka.org; or
by sending a letter to Community Development, Village of Winnetka, 510 Green Bay Road, Winnetka, IL 60093. All
agenda materials are available at www.villageofwinnetka.org/agendacenter.
The Village of Winnetka, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests that persons with
disabilities, who require certain accommodations to allow them to observe and/or participate in this meeting or have
questions about the accessibility of the meeting or facilities contact the Village ADA Coordinator at 510 Green Bay
Road, Winnetka, Illinois 60093, (Telephone (847) 716-3543; T.D.D. (847) 501-6041).
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1 LANDMARK PRESERVATION COMMISSION
2 MAY 1, 2023 MEETING MINUTES
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4 Members Present: Jack Coladarci, Chairman
5 Chris Enck
6 Laura Good
7 Paul Weaver
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9 Non-Voting Member Present: Bob Dearborn
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11 Members Absent: Beth Ann Papoutsis
12 Joseph Stuart
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14 Village Staff: Christopher Marx, Associate Planner
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16 Call to Order & Roll Call:
17 Chairman Coladarci called the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m. Roll call of the Commission Members present was
18 taken.
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20 Public Comment:
21 No public comment was made at this time.
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23 Approval of Minutes:
24 a. Approval of the April 17, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes
25 Chairman Coladarci asked if there were any comments or corrections to be made to the April 17, 2023 meeting
26 minutes or a motion to approve. A motion to approve the April 17, 2023 meeting minutes was made by Ms. Good
27 and seconded by Mr. Enck. A vote was taken and the motion unanimously passed, 4 to 0:
28 AYES: Coladarci, Enck, Good, Weaver
29 NAYS: None
30 NON-VOTING: Dearborn
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32 Historical Architectural Impact Studies (HAIS):
33 a. Case No. 23-01-LPC - 13 Indian Hill Road: (continued from April 17, 2023 meeting) Review of the
34 Historical Architectural Impact Study (HAIS) submitted for the single-family residence at 13 Indian Hill Road.
35 Mr. Marx advised the Commission of the status of the demolition application with the result of the application
36 being continued to this meeting. He stated the applicant has since submitted a permit application for site
37 restoration and referred to the staff report as Attachment A-1. Mr. Marx stated the Commission also found the
38 HAIS was complete and the Commission is to make a motion as outlined in the agenda packet. He then stated with
39 regard to the site restoration plan, he outlined the process for any demolition permit with the applicant submitting
40 post demolition construction plans including restoring the site which are to be reviewed by the Village Engineer for
41 compliance or new building plans. Mr. Marx stated the demolition permit would not be issued until both permits
42 are reviewed and found fully compliant with the municipal code.
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44 Chairman Coladarci asked the applicant to comment. Mike Ciaglia referred to the discussion of precedent in
45 connection with the Commission’s action and stated he filed for the demolition permit in December 2022. He also
46 stated a demolition permit is not granted until the building permit is approved and vice versa and referred to a
47 comment made at the last meeting relating to the home being torn down and restoring the site with no new home
48 being built which should not be part of the decision process, as well as the statement that the Commission should
49 not let the proposed plans for the site influence their decision. He commented that flew in the face of the
50 Commission and ordinance. Mr. Ciaglia stated his plans are for site restoration and commented any delay imposed
51 would seem punitive in nature. He then stated the only alternative to maintain two homes would be damaging to
52 him.
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1 Chairman Coladarci clarified the Commission’s charge which entailed considering everything possible to save the
2 property which is deemed architecturally or historically significant. He stated he recognized the applicant’s
3 attempts to ameliorate the situation although the Commission is charged with preserving as much of the Village’s
4 historic nature as they can. Chairman Coladarci stated they recognize an applicant’s costs are increased when
5 demolition delays are imposed.
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7 Trustee Dearborn asked Mr. Ciaglia if he planned to consolidate the lots. Mr. Ciaglia responded it is not necessary
8 and he planned to maintain them as two separate lots and he has no intention of selling the lot. Ms. Good asked
9 Mr. Ciaglia to explain his purchase process in that it was a private listing that was canceled. Mr. Ciaglia outlined the
10 timeline as how he came to own both parcels. He noted he was unaware the home was an Otis and Clark home at
11 the time of purchase. No additional questions were raised at this time.
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13 Ms. Good referred to the unfairness to purchasers of historic properties with the Commission having to come up
14 with a method for purchasers to be made aware of significant home purchases in terms of delays. Mr. Enck
15 referred to the consultant’s comments relating to a survey of historic homes being needed in the Village which
16 other communities have to identify significant homes. Chairman Coladarci referred to the prior controversy in
17 performing such a survey. He suggested the Historical Society perform such a survey. Mr. Weaver stated the
18 Historical Society has files containing basic information on each home in the Village. Trustee Dearborn stated
19 developers are aware of the process in terms of tearing down significant homes. The Commission Members
20 discussed several homes which were torn down and where new homes were built.
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22 Chairman Coladarci stated the Commission now has to determine whether to issue a demolition delay. Mr. Enck
23 reiterated his reasoning for not previously voting for a delay. Chairman Coladarci referred to the Commission’s
24 options in connection with the ordinance and stated in this case, there is no other alternative other than
25 demolition. He stated a delay in this circumstance would not result in a different outcome and he would vote in
26 favor of demolition without delay. Ms. Good referred to instances where a delay was issued and the applicant
27 decided against demolition. She also described the situation as being proactive instead of punitive and referred to
28 the home’s state and local landmark status. Chairman Coladarci stated the Commission cannot make the finding
29 that alternatives are being explored since the applicant stated he would not consider them. He added in previous
30 cases, other applicants had alternatives such as selling the property or not demolishing the home which did not
31 apply in this case. Chairman Coladarci and Ms. Good further disputed their positions at length. The Commission
32 Members discussed requiring the applicant to commit to deconstruction. Chairman Coladarci stated the ordinance
33 did not allow the Commission to require the applicant to perform deconstruction in order to not issue a demolition
34 delay.
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36 Chairman Coladarci then asked for a motion to delay demolition 270 days. No motion was made. He then asked for
37 a motion to allow the demolition to proceed without delay. A motion to approve the demolition of 13 Indian Hill
38 Road without delay was made by Mr. Weaver and seconded by Mr. Enck. A vote was taken and the motion passed,
39 3 to 1:
40 AYES: Coladarci, Enck, Good, Weaver
41 NAYS: None
42 NON-VOTING: Dearborn
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44 Other Business:
45 a. Change of Name for Landmark Preservation Commission – Discussion.
46 Mr. Marx stated a copy of Chapter 3.4 from the ordinance was distributed to the Commission and he provided a
47 summary behind the subject of changing the Commission’s name. He stated Attachment A contained materials
48 made available for other conversations relating to policy from two years ago in connection with how other
49 communities handled demolition permits and reviews as well as the topic of residential design review which was
50 briefly considered. Mr. Marx then asked if there were any questions.
51
52 Chairman Coladarci indicated all of the communities may use the word “historic” in their body title and Mr. Marx
53 agreed. Mr. Marx stated he would provide information as to whether the communities listed on the table focus on
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1 historic preservation. Chairman Coladarci then referred to the minutes from 2011 when the Commission was
2 created in its current form. Mr. Marx stated in an attempt to find the original ordinance, it may date back to the
3 mid-1990’s and the information is not readily available. He referred to the BRC which was disassembled and
4 demolition permit duties were given to the Commission.
5
6 Chairman Coladarci questioned the discussion of calling the Commission the Landmark Preservation Commission
7 and whether it had the purpose of saving historic homes. He also referred to the debate relating to WHO and the
8 result being the Village’s ordinance being more limited than others. Chairman Coladarci asked what is included in
9 the package to document a new ordinance. Mr. Marx stated he was not directly involved with that and that it is a
10 process discussed by the various boards and commissions and then sent to the Village Council which involved past
11 staff reports, meeting minutes and ordinances to show what led to that situation. He stated it also involved
12 outside research along with what other communities have done. Mr. Marx also stated such packets exist in terms
13 of the documentation the Commission would have considered although any information prior to 2010 may be
14 harder to obtain since it may not be digital. Chairman Coladarci stated it would be easier for the Commission if
15 they were able to determine the reason for the Commission being named as it is.
16
17 Trustee Dearborn stated the impetus behind the name of the Commission is to preserve landmarked properties
18 while the mission is to save historic homes. He indicated some of the prioritizing may have changed over time and
19 commented the education of residents concerning the architectural and historical heritage should be a mission
20 that received greater emphasis. Trustee Dearborn stated a survey which designates homes as potentially
21 historically significant, likely not historically significance or undetermined can be considered as part of the
22 educational process in order to move this forward.
23
24 Chairman Coladarci stated they are being asked by President Rintz if there are other things the Commission can do
25 such as providing more information as to what the Commission does and making HAIS reports directly accessible
26 to look up such as their inclusion on the Village’s website. Mr. Enck agreed it would be informative if everyone can
27 see the list of significant properties that were torn down and referred to a ¼ of Winnetka homes torn down in the
28 last 25 years. Mr. Marx confirmed demolitions have been tracked since 2000 and estimated the amount to be 700
29 homes since that time.
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31 Chairman Coladarci suggested prior HAIS reports should be gathered in a single location. Trustee Dearborn stated
32 the name change would put a bigger umbrella around what the mandate can be noting the Commission’s powers
33 or duties would not change a lot. He stated they should state they want a more conservative focus on the
34 education and promotion of historic preservation. Chairman Coladarci stated changing the Commission’s name
35 and making HAIS reports readily accessible is the first step. Mr. Marx stated the HAIS reports are included in the
36 Historical Society home files and are digitally saved. Chairman Coladarci suggested the Historical Society be asked
37 to help provide digitized HAIS copies. He stated people may then reconsider tearing down historic homes if they
38 see the reports. Mr. Weaver referred to an historic island.
39
40 Trustee Dearborn referred to the research done by Ms. Papoutsis and commented that homes are being torn
41 down all over. Chairman Coladarci stated developers have come in with their initial applications addressing
42 concerns the Commission may raise. Trustee Dearborn stated the arguments for preservation in the 1990’s have
43 changed with regard to obtaining prior HAIS reports. He suggested a consultant be used to help gather
44 information. The Commission Members discussed whether Nan Greenough and Louise Holland should be
45 contacted. Mr. Enck commented they should stay away from the use of the words “historic preservation” which
46 can be controversial and stated nationwide, the wording preference has been leaning toward “heritage
47 conservation.”
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49 Chairman Coladarci stated the Commission Members seemed to agree that the name change would be a good
50 idea. Ms. Good referred to the National Trust for Historic Preservation which uses the word historic in their title
51 and which sees a distinction between historic and architectural significance. She then stated she is concerned with
52 the use of the word historic without the word architectural and suggested the name be the Winnetka Preservation
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1 Commission with the ordinance addressing both although she would vote in favor of the proposed name change.
2 Chairman Coladarci explained the reasoning for using the word historic in the title.
3
4 Trustee Dearborn informed the Commission that in 2019, there was a portion of the caucus relating to lowering
5 demolition permit fees for certain homes and to consider other options to preserve homes with 62% of survey
6 respondents who felt historic homes should be preserved. He then suggested the Commission’s duties and powers
7 be realigned toward their goals. Chairman Coladarci stated in connection with reordering the Commission’s duties,
8 landmarking should fall under item 2 with the next question being how do they do it and referred to whether they
9 should consider what other communities have done. He questioned whether consultants would do it or the
10 Commission. Trustee Dearborn responded it would be a budgeting issue and commented having a third party
11 assist would be helpful. Mr. Enck suggested the Commission consider the recommendations made in the newly
12 adopted Comprehensive Plan. Trustee Dearborn stated the consultant budget can be considered as part of the
13 Village Council budget for the next year.
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15 Mr. Marx stated the ideas generated by the Commission should be in written form to be shared with the Village
16 Council and suggested it be included as a June 2023 agenda item. Chairman Coladarci agreed with Mr. Marx’s
17 suggestion and asked one of the Commission Members to compile a draft letter.
18
19 The Commission Members discussed their availability for the June meeting and Mr. Marx noted a quorum would
20 not be present with the possibility of scheduling an alternative meeting date. Mr. Marx indicated he could
21 summarize the points the Commission Members raised as a draft starting point. Trustee Dearborn suggested the
22 following wording: “The Commission Members believe the more appropriate name for the Commission would be
23 the Historic Preservation Commission with the reason being based on the work that is currently done on a month
24 to month basis that does not prioritize the preservation if landmarked properties but is focused on the
25 preservation on the protection of architecturally and historically significant properties. In addition, the Commission
26 would like to emphasize more education and promoting their work through communities through the Village so
27 that the duties and responsibilities of the Commission are broader than are ascribed by the name Landmark
28 Preservation Commission. Once that name change is completed, the Commission would like to pursue additional
29 avenues of responsibility” with Chairman Coladarci to further review the draft wording. Mr. Weaver confirmed he
30 would compile several paragraphs to be used as a starting point in order to present it to the Village Council sooner
31 than later.
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33 b. Monthly Communications For Landmark Preservation Commission – Discussion.
34 c. Discussion of Potential Local Preservation Programs.
35 Mr. Marx summarized for the Commission his conversation with Josie Clark from the Village Manager’s office in
36 terms of how the EFC meetings are structured and referred to Attachment A which is the EFC’s agenda. He also
37 referred to the content which is mostly drafted by EFC members as opposed to Village staff and then described
38 details of those items. Trustee Dearborn stated a difference between the Commission and the EFC is that the
39 Commission has the Historical Society which is used as a resource whereas the EFC forged their own way.
40 Chairman Coladarci suggested links to items the Commission would be considering on their agenda be provided to
41 the public. Trustee Dearborn stated the HAIS reports can be used as a means to get information out to the public.
42 The Commission Members agreed.
43
44 Mr. Marx asked for clarification that the Commission is requesting feedback as to how Commission
45 communications would be inserted as a monthly agenda item in Village correspondence and asked what advance
46 notice would need to be provided due to the voting process and notice requirements. He noted items requiring a
47 discussion need to be posted on the agenda with 48 hours advance notice. Mr. Marx then stated the EFC members
48 collectively decide as to which items are shared at their meetings. Chairman Coladarci suggested the Commission
49 imitate the system the EFC uses. Mr. Weaver described examples of how topics relating to the Commission and
50 historic preservation can be outlined in the content. Trustee Dearborn suggested deconstruction be used as a
51 template for a topic to be included in the newsletter. Mr. Enck agreed to provide a draft and send it to Mr. Marx
52 for discussion at their next meeting.
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1 d. June 5, 2023 Regular Meeting - Quorum Check.
2 The Commission Members further discussed their availability. Mr. Marx stated due to the lack of quorum, the June
3 meeting would be rescheduled.
4
5 Adjournment:
6 Chairman Coladarci asked for a motion to adjourn. A motion to adjourn was made and seconded. A vote was taken
7 and the motion unanimously passed, 4 to 0:
8 AYES: Coladarci, Enck, Good, Weaver
9 NAYS: None
10 NON-VOTING: Dearborn
11 The meeting adjourned at 9:25 p.m.
12
13 Respectfully submitted,
14
15 Antionette Johnson
16 Recording Secretary
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MEMORANDUM
VILLAGE OF WINNETKA
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
TO: LANDMARK PRESERVATION COMMISSION
FROM: CHRISTOPHER, MARX, AICP, ASSOCIATE PLANNER
DATE: JUNE 15, 2023
SUBJECT: 620 SPRUCE STREET - DEMOLITION PERMIT (CASE NO. 23-10-LPC)
INTRODUCTION
Meeting Date June 19, 2023
Commission Action Preliminary historic and architectural review to determine if
a Historical Architectural Impact Study (HAIS) is necessary or
if demolition may proceed without delay.
Property Address 620 Spruce Street (See Attachment A – Aerial Map)
Property Owner Chicago Title Land Trust
Application Submitted by Eamon Murphy, from Konstant Architecture
Mail Notice Sent to Property Owners within Completed
250 feet
Public Comments as of Date of Memo As of the date of this memo, staff has not received any
written comments from the public regarding this application.
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
Size 0.35 acres
Location Southeast corner of the intersection of Spruce and Cedar
Streets
Improvements Single-family home with an attached garage
Zoning R-4 Single-Family Residential
Surrounding Zoning R-4 Single-Family Residential
PROPERTY HISTORY See Attachment B, Preliminary Property History Study
See Attachment C, Winnetka Historical Society (WHS)
Research
Constructed 1925
Additional Construction Activity 1925 - Build two-story frame residence, garage attached
Illinois Historic Structure Survey Listing No
Winnetka Historical Society (WHS) WHS research indicates that the property has architectural
significance. See attached report from the WHS provided in
Attachment C for details.
NEIGHBORHOOD CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY
Other Permits for New Primary Structures on None
Same Block (either side of the right-of-way
block face and/or along the alley)
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Director’s 60-Day Delay Due to Construction Delay is not necessary to prevent undue congestion and noise
Activity impacts in the neighborhood.
New Construction or Site Restoration Plans None. Applicant anticipates submission of new single-family
Submitted home permit application in near future.
DEMOLITION AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION
The Commission may order the issuance of a demolition delay of a historic or architecturally
significant structure for up to but not exceeding 270 days from the date the Commission determines
that an applicant is required to submit an HAIS for the structure the applicant wishes to demolish.
Should the LPC request an HAIS for the subject property at the June 19 Commission meeting, and after
reviewing the HAIS at a future meeting the LPC determines the structure is significant and a delay
should be issued, the Commission may at that time issue a demolition delay up to but not exceeding
270 days from June 19, 2023.
COMMISSION REVIEW
The Commission may consider one of the following motions (1) Historical Architectural Impact Study
Required or (2) Building and/or Property is Not Historic or Architecturally Significant.
Historical Architectural Impact Study Required
The Commission finds that based upon (1) the preliminary property history study, (2) the
Winnetka Historical Society comments, and (3) other information, comments, or evidence
received by the LPC during its preliminary review that the building and/or property is of
sufficient historic or architectural merit to warrant conducting a Historical Architectural
Impact Study (HAIS) prior to issuance of the demolition permit. The Commission reached its
conclusion based upon the property meeting the following criteria: [The Commission must note
which of the following criteria is met]
1. The property or structures have sufficient architectural or historical merit to warrant
a full HAIS prior to issuance of a demolition permit;
2. The property or structures have been designated a landmark pursuant to Chapter 15.64
of the Village Code; (Subject Property is not a landmark)
3. The property or structures have been included in the most recent Illinois Historic
Structure Survey conducted under the auspices of the Illinois Department of
Conservation; and (Subject Property is not on the state survey)
4. The property or structures have been listed on the National Register of Historic Places
or the Illinois Register of Historic places. (Subject Property is not on National Register)
Building and/or Property Lacks Historic or Architectural Significance
The Commission has determined that in accordance with Section 15.52.040 of the Village Code
that the building and/or property is not of sufficient historic or architectural merit to warrant a
Historical Architectural Impact Study, and the demolition of the structure may proceed without
delay.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A: GIS Aerial Map
Attachment B: Preliminary Property History Study
Attachment C: Historical Society Research
Attachment D: Application Materials
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ATTACHMENT A
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ATTACHMENT B
MEMORANDUM
VILLAGE OF WINNETKA
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
TO: WINNETKA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
FROM: CHRISTOPHER MARX, AICP, ASSOCIATE PLANNER
DATE: MAY 10, 2023
SUBJECT: CASE NO. 23-10: 620 SPRUCE STREET
INTRODUCTION
On June 19, the Landmark Preservation Commission (LPC) will consider a request to demolish the
residence at 620 Spruce Street. Please return any available information regarding the architectural and
historical significance of the structure to my attention by the end of the day on Wednesday, June 2, 2023.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at cmarx@winnetka.org or (847) 716-3587.
PRELIMINARY PROPERTY HISTORY STUDY/VILLAGE HALL RECORDS
Building Permits
Date Type Owner Architect
6-20-1925 Build two-story frame residence, garage Henry C. Otis & Fuller
attached Bartholomay
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620 Spruce, Winnetka, IL 60093 - Photos of Existing House
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ATTACHMENT C
PROPERTY RESEARCH
COVERSHEET
Address: 620 Spruce
Construction Details:
Original construction date: 1925
Construction type: Cedar shingle
Style: Colonial
OWNERSHIP HISTORY:
OWNER NAME DATES INFORMATION SIGNIFICANCE
OCCUPIED ATTACHED
Henry C. 1925 – 1967 Building permit application, Insurance broker at
Bartholomay Winnetka Architectural Alexander & Alexander.
Survey, Chicago Tribune
obituary
Joseph R. and 1967 – 2010 Cook County Recorder records Joseph Varley was
Rachel B. Varley President of Varley
Productions, a
manufacturing company,
President of the
Winnetka Park District
board, and board member
at the Indian Hill Club.
Catherine S. 2010 – 2023 Cook County Recorder records
Downey and
Daniel Nayman
ARCHITECTS:
ARCHITECT NAME DATE AND INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION OF ATTACHED
PROJECT
Otis & Fuller 1925 – build 2-story frame Select WHS materials on
residence, garage attached William Otis and Revilo
Fuller
RESEARCH SOURCES USED: Winnetka Talk, Cook County Assessor records, Cook County
Recorder records, historic phone books, WHS property files, WHS digital files, Ancestry.com,
Chicago Tribune
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Findings:
Our research indicates that this property maintains architectural significance as a design by
notable local architects William Otis and Revilo Fuller.
William Otis was a prolific architect and long-term Winnetka resident. Throughout his career,
Otis worked both independently and in partnership with other notable architects, including
Edwin Clark and Revilo Fuller. Otis designed several historic buildings in Chicago and its
suburbs, including St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Lakeview (a designated Chicago Landmark
since 2018), the City Library in Aurora, and the Orrington Lunt Library at Northwestern
University, to name a few. In Winnetka, Otis (as Otis & Son, Otis & Clark, Otis & Fuller and on
his own) designed several of Winnetka’s most recognizable historic buildings and homes,
including Christ Church, the Greeley School, 661 Blackthorn, 888 Tower, and his own home at
644 Oak.
Otis & Fuller designed 620 Spruce for Henry Bartholomay, a successful insurance broker. Along
with 1240 Hill Road, 620 Spruce is likely one of very few remaining Otis & Fuller designs in the
village.
Date of Research: 5/12/2023
Submitted by:
Meagan McChesney, PhD
Curator, Winnetka Historical Society
Mary Trieschmann, MS Ed
Executive Director, Winnetka Historical Society
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The original 1912 Greeley School forms the northwest section of the current
building (the white columns and pediment were added later). The school echoes
the Arts and Crafts-influenced public architecture of Otis’s demolished Winnetka
buildings: Horace Mann School (1899-1939) stood on the site of the present post
office, and the Lloyd Memorial Library (1910-1957) made way for the library we
now use.
Trained at the Ecole des Beaux Arts in Paris, and a longtime lecturer on
architectural history at The Art Institute of Chicago, Otis brought a solid sense of
historical architecture to his work at a time when clients craved revival styles.
Otis was born in New York State in 1855. He came to Chicago in 1881, joining
the office of renowned architect William LeBaron Jenney, where he later became
a partner.
In 1888 he married Elizabeth Shackford, the daughter of a Maine sea captain,
Samuel Shackford. Shackford, a former Winnetka village president (elected in
1877), was deeply involved in village affairs and passed this sense of civic duty
on to succeeding generations.
Shortly after marrying, Otis opened his own practice. A little more than ten years
later, he took in the younger Edwin H. Clark, who became a partner in 1908.
The Otis and Clark partnership lasted until 1920, producing the Lloyd Library,
Greeley School, and a number of beautiful houses in Winnetka including a
Colonial Revival at 661 Blackthorn Road and red brick Georgian Revivals at 485
Cherry Street (at the corner of Sheridan Road) and 1127 Sheridan Road.
Outside Winnetka William Otis designed many private houses and public
buildings including the Orrington Lunt Library at Northwestern University.
Otis was a man with passionate interests. He wrote a 700-page history of the
Otis family in America. He was also an early, tireless advocate of lowering the
train tracks through Winnetka. After studying the topic thoroughly, he gave many
lectures, illustrated with lantern slides, to railroad officials and groups up and
down the North Shore.
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Both Elizabeth and William Otis held positions on various village boards, as did
their architect son Sam, who designed the cenotaph on the Village Green.
William and Sam were members of the Winnetka Plan Commission, which
completed the village’s first comprehensive plan in 1921.
One of William Otis’s more interesting designs is the house facing the Village
Green at 644 Oak Street, which he built for his family in 1894.
Unlike the historic revival houses that he designed for clients, the house at 644
Oak is an eclectic fantasy that draws liberally from a variety of styles: medieval,
Victorian Gothic, and Shingle Style. This refined, unique house demonstrates
Otis’s ability to mix stylistic elements with sophistication and confidence. The
result is a singular, personal statement that is also one of the most architecturally
important houses in Winnetka.
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Chicago Daily Tribune (1923-1963) Jun 17, 1960; ProQuest Historical Newspapers Chicago Tribune
pg. 19
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BARTHOLOMAY, 68, INSURANCE BROKER, DIES: Held Positions at Two Hospitals
Chicago Tribune (1963-1996) Jun 5, 1966; ProQuest Historical Newspapers Chicago Tribune
pg. B12
Reproduced with permission of the copyright owner. Further reproduction prohibited without permission.
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Death Notice: JOSEPH ROE VARLEY
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ATTACHMENT D
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April 27, 2023
Village of Winnetka
Community Development & Public Works
510 Green Bay Road
Winnetka, IL 60093
Re: Demolition Schedule for 620 Spruce Street
To Community Development Department of Winnetka:
To whom it may concern,
We anticipate that the demolition of 620 Spruce Street will commence on:
August 1, 2023
We anticipate that the demolition work will finish on:
August 31, 2023
These dates are assuming that we receive all required approvals from the Landmark Preservation
Commission and the Community Development Office.
Eamon Murphy
Architect
Konstant Architecture Planning
5300 Golf Road, Skokie, IL 60077
P: (847) 967-6115
F: (847) 967-0111
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MEMORANDUM
VILLAGE OF WINNETKA
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
TO: LANDMARK PRESERVATION COMMISSION
FROM: CHRISTOPHER, MARX, AICP, ASSOCIATE PLANNER
DATE: JUNE 15, 2023
SUBJECT: 791 ELM STREET - DEMOLITION PERMIT (CASE NO. 23-13-LPC)
INTRODUCTION
Meeting Date June 19, 2023
Commission Action Preliminary historic and architectural review to determine if
a Historical Architectural Impact Study (HAIS) is necessary or
if demolition may proceed without delay.
Property Address 791 Elm Street (See Attachment A – Aerial Map)
Property Owner JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.
Application Submitted by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.
Mail Notice Sent to Property Owners within Completed
250 feet
Public Comments as of Date of Memo As of the date of this memo, staff has not received any
written comments from the public regarding this application.
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
Size 0.39 acres
Location Northwest corner of Green Bay Road and Spruce Street
Improvements Two-story commercial building
Zoning C-2 General Retail Commercial and C-2 Commercial Overlay
District
Surrounding Zoning C-2 General Retail Commercial to the north, south, and west,
R-5 Single-Family Residential to the east along Union Pacific
North Railroad
PROPERTY HISTORY See Attachment B, Preliminary Property History Study
See Attachment C, Winnetka Historical Society (WHS)
Research
Constructed 1964
Additional Construction Activity 1977 - Enclose abandoned drive-in facilities The Winnetka
Bank, 1987 - Remodel the Winnetka Bank’s existing main
office building, 1990 - Remodel commercial construction
work, second floor, 1991 - Demo of portion of second floor
interior, 1993 - Remodel second floor commercial office
building, 1995 - Complete HVAC renovations, 1997 - Remodel
second floor of first national bank
Illinois Historic Structure Survey Listing No
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Winnetka Historical Society (WHS) WHS research indicates that the property has historical and
architectural significance. See attached report from the WHS
provided in Attachment C for details.
NEIGHBORHOOD CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY
Other Permits for New Primary Structures on Required permits and approvals are being sought for a new
Same Block (either side of the right-of-way mixed-use building at 564 Green Bay Road. A demolition
block face and/or along the alley) permit for the structure was approved by the LPC on April 4,
2022 and the Village Council adopted Ordinance No. M-08-
2023 on June 6, 2023, approving a special use permit,
variations, and a certificate of appropriateness for a new four-
story mixed-use building. A building permit for the building
has not been submitted as of the date of this memo.
Director’s 60-Day Delay Due to Construction At the time the building permit for 791 Elm Street is
Activity approved, the Director will determine if a delay is necessary
to prevent undue congestion and noise impacts in the
neighborhood.
New Construction or Site Restoration Plans None. Applicant has provided initial submission for Planned
Submitted Development application. The Village Council is scheduled to
consider a planned development concept plan application for
a proposed three-story commercial planned development on
June 20, 2023.
DEMOLITION AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION
The Commission may order the issuance of a demolition delay of a historic or architecturally
significant structure for up to but not exceeding 270 days from the date the Commission determines
that an applicant is required to submit an HAIS for the structure the applicant wishes to demolish.
Should the LPC request an HAIS for the subject property at the June 19 Commission meeting, and after
reviewing the HAIS at a future meeting the LPC determines the structure is significant and a delay
should be issued, the Commission may at that time issue a demolition delay up to but not exceeding
270 days from June 19, 2023.
COMMISSION REVIEW
The Commission may consider one of the following motions (1) Historical Architectural Impact Study
Required or (2) Building and/or Property is Not Historic or Architecturally Significant.
Historical Architectural Impact Study Required
The Commission finds that based upon (1) the preliminary property history study, (2) the
Winnetka Historical Society comments, and (3) other information, comments, or evidence
received by the LPC during its preliminary review that the building and/or property is of
sufficient historic or architectural merit to warrant conducting a Historical Architectural
Impact Study (HAIS) prior to issuance of the demolition permit. The Commission reached its
conclusion based upon the property meeting the following criteria: [The Commission must note
which of the following criteria is met]
1. The property or structures have sufficient architectural or historical merit to warrant
a full HAIS prior to issuance of a demolition permit;
2. The property or structures have been designated a landmark pursuant to Chapter 15.64
of the Village Code; (Subject Property is not a landmark)
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3. The property or structures have been included in the most recent Illinois Historic
Structure Survey conducted under the auspices of the Illinois Department of
Conservation; and (Subject Property is not on the state survey)
4. The property or structures have been listed on the National Register of Historic Places
or the Illinois Register of Historic places. (Subject Property is not on National Register)
Building and/or Property Lacks Historic or Architectural Significance
The Commission has determined that in accordance with Section 15.52.040 of the Village Code
that the building and/or property is not of sufficient historic or architectural merit to warrant a
Historical Architectural Impact Study, and the demolition of the structure may proceed without
delay.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A: GIS Aerial Map
Attachment B: Preliminary Property History Study
Attachment C: Historical Society Research
Attachment D: Application Materials
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ATTACHMENT A
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design. A Registered Land Surveyor should be consulted to determine precise location boundaries on the ground.
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ATTACHMENT B
MEMORANDUM
VILLAGE OF WINNETKA
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
TO: WINNETKA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
FROM: CHRISTOPHER MARX, AICP, ASSOCIATE PLANNER
DATE: MAY 15, 2023
SUBJECT: CASE NO. 23-13: 791 ELM STREET
INTRODUCTION
On June 19, the Landmark Preservation Commission (LPC) will consider a request to demolish the
residence at 791 Elm Street. Please return any available information regarding the architectural and
historical significance of the structure to my attention by the end of the day on Wednesday, June 2, 2023.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at cmarx@winnetka.org or (847) 716-3587.
PRELIMINARY PROPERTY HISTORY STUDY/VILLAGE HALL RECORDS
Building Permits
Date Type Owner Architect
9-23-1977 Enclose abandoned drive-in facilities The Winnetka Bleck and Bleck
Bank
11-13-1987 Remodel the Winnetka Bank’s existing main The Winnetka Bank Structures,
office building Bank Inc.
10-24-1990 Remodel commercial construction work, First Chicago Bank Bank Structures,
second floor of America Inc.
8-13-1991 Demo of portion of second floor interior First Chicago Bank Bank Structures,
of America Inc.
5-18-1993 Remodel second floor commercial office First Chicago Bank Winot, Cedarholm,
building of America Tippins, Inc.
1-12-1995 Complete HVAC renovations First Chicago Hammond, Beeby,
Babka
12-22-1997 Remodel second floor of first national bank First Chicago The Architects
Building Corp. Partnership
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791 Elm Street - Winnetka
Existing Photos
View from Elm Street
View Green Bay & Elm Street
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ATTACHMENT C
PROPERTY RESEARCH
COVERSHEET
Address: 791 Elm
Construction Details:
Original construction date: 1964
Construction type: Brick
Style: Colonial
OWNERSHIP HISTORY:
OWNER NAME DATES INFORMATION SIGNIFICANCE
OCCUPIED ATTACHED
Winnetka Trust and 1964 – 1989 Building permit First bank founded on the
Savings Bank/The applications, Gazette North Shore in 1894 (as the
Winnetka Bank article Bank of Max Meyer – renamed
the Winnetka Trust and
Savings Bank in 1917).
First Chicago Bank 1989 – Building permit
of Winnetka/Chase present applications
Bank1
ARCHITECTS:
ARCHITECT NAME DATE AND INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION OF ATTACHED
PROJECT
Mayo and Mayo (Peter 1964 – new building for Select WHS materials on
Mayo) Winnetka Trust and Savings Mayo & Mayo
Bank
Bleck and Bleck 1977 – enclose abandoned Bleck and Bleck Architects
drive-in facilities “About Us” webpage
Bank Structures, Inc. 1987 – remodel the Winnetka
Bank’s existing main office
building; 1990 – remodel
commercial construction
work, second floor; 1991 –
demo of portion of second
floor interior
Wendt, Cedarholm, Tippens, 1993 – remodel second floor Chicago Tribune articles
Inc. commercial office building
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First Chicago Bank merged with Bank One Corporation, which is now part of Chase Bank.
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Hammond, Beeby, Babka 1995 – complete HVAC
renovations
The Architects Parnership 1997 – remodel second floor The Architects Partnership
of first national bank “Profile” webpage
RESEARCH SOURCES USED: Winnetka Talk, Cook County Assessor records, Cook County
Recorder records, historic phone books, WHS property files, WHS digital files, Ancestry.com,
Chicago Tribune
Findings:
Our research indicates that this property maintains historical significance as the long-time home
of a locally historic banking business and as a design by architectural firm Mayo & Mayo.
The first bank on the North Shore, the Bank of M. K. Meyer, was founded on this site in 1894
inside Max Meyer’s grocery store. When a fire destroyed the original building in 1912, Meyer
decided to focus on banking and rebuilt a new Bank of M. K. Meyer building on the site. In
1917, he changed the name of the bank to the Winnetka Trust & Savings Bank. After Meyer’s
death in 1937, his son-in-law, Herbert K. Humphrey, took over as chairman of the bank.
In the early 1960s, Humphrey oversaw the demolition of the second bank building. In 1964, the
current bank building was constructed. In 1967, Humphrey’s son, Robert Humphrey (Max
Meyer’s grandson), took over as chairman and in 1970, renamed the bank the Winnetka Bank.
This historic banking business remained in the Meyer/Humphrey family until 1989 when it was
sold to First Chicago Corporation and was renamed First Chicago Bank of Winnetka. First
Chicago Bank merged with Banc One to form the Bank One Corporation in 1998, which merged
with J. P. Morgan Chase & Co. in 2004.
For almost 60 years, the current bank building has been a hallmark feature of Winnetka’s
downtown business district. The building was designed by local architectural firm Mayo &
Mayo, once headed by Ernest Mayo and his son Peter Mayo. Ernest Mayo died in 1946, and
Peter Mayo continued as head of the firm until he died in 1976. The firm designed several
notable buildings in Chicago, including the historic homes at 330 West Wellington and 580
Hawthorne Place, and, in partnership with other notable architects, the Lathrop Homes housing
complex.2 Beyond Chicago, they designed several notable buildings including the Litchfield
Mansion in Waterloo, IA, and the Sheaffer House in Fort Madison, IA, which is on the National
Register of Historic Places.3
While based in Chicago, both Ernest and Peter Mayo lived on the North Shore (Ernest in
Evanston and Peter in Northfield) and designed several local historic buildings, including 506
2
For more on Lathrop Homes and the team of architects who designed the project: https://sah-
archipedia.org/buildings/IL-01-031-0048
3
For more information about the Sheaffer house: https://npgallery.nps.gov/NRHP/AssetDetail/1c3e7a4c-b72f-45ae-
b406-4d8dc5930e14
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Sheridan and 144 Woodstock in Kenilworth, and 1010 Michigan in Evanston.4 In Winnetka, in
addition to the bank building at 591 Elm, they designed 140 Sheridan, 593 Arbor Vitae, and 419
Sheridan, which is a Winnetka Designated Landmark.
Date of Research: 5/23/2023
Submitted by:
Meagan McChesney, PhD
Curator, Winnetka Historical Society
Mary Trieschmann, MS Ed
Executive Director, Winnetka Historical Society
4
For more on this property, see: https://chicago.curbed.com/2017/6/7/15758400/for-sale-historic-evanston-english-
revival-home.
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Winnetka Talk, August 6, 1964
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Bleck and Bleck “About Us”
The Architects Project “Profile”
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Original bank building at 791 Elm, c. 1900. WHS Collections.
Second bank building at 791 Elm, c. 1950s. WHS Collections.
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Current bank building at 791 Elm, c. 1964. WHS Collections.
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2 1870 FEDERAL CENSUS
3 Series M . 593 Roll 671 Page 81 Lines 8-11
4 Michigan . Genesee Co . Fenton Twp. Fenton Village 19 July 1870
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6 8: Enoch W. Curry 49 male white laborer $500 $100 Pennsylvania
7 9: Eleanor L. 41 female white keeping house New York
8 10: Lewis M. 20 male white mason Michigan
9 11: Rebecca 18 female white at home Canada
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11 1880 FEDERAL CENSUS
12 Series T-9, Roll 583 ED 128 (728?) Page 330 Lines 48-50,1-1
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14 Michigan . Ingham County 2"d Ward Lansing Michigan Avenue 2 June 1880
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16 48: Enock M. Curry white male 59 com . Lab. PAPA NJ
17 49: Laura E. white female 52 wife keeping house NY NY NY
18 50: Lewis M . white male 30 son brickmason Ml PA NY
19 1: Rebecca female white 29 wife keeping house CAN ENG CAN
20 2: Roy D. white male 8 son Ml Ml CAN
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22 [CURIOUS-would this be the same Curry?? Probably not]
23 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 4 March 1890 Page 3
24
25 A SCHOOL WITH A REPUTATION
26
27 J. Ross Robertson, Chairman of the Building Committee of the Hospital for Children at Toronto, Ont., and
28 Mr. Curry, architect of the same, are in the city for the purpose of examining the County and
29 Presbyterian Hospitals. They are also in consultation with Mrs. S. J. McMaster, President of the Hospital
30 for Children at Toronto, who for the last year has been a pupil at the Illinois Training School for Nurses,
31 and on her return to Toronto will assume charge of the new hospital there . This building, which will cost
32 $150,000, is expected to be the model for children in America. Mr. Robertson has visited all the
33 children's hospitals in the world and noted all improvements and methods. Mr. Robertson says that the
34 Illinois School for Nurses is known favorably in medical circles in Europe and throughout Canada . There
35 are at this school some ladies of high reputation in Canada, and it is understood that when the new Park
36 Hospital of Toronto is erected the lady superintendent may be a graduate of the Illinois Training School.
37 Mrs. McMaster, on her return to Canada, will also act in an advisory position in connection with the
38 public charities which are supported by Government aid .
39
40 1891 CHICAGO CITY DIRECTORY Page 586
41
42 Lewis M. Curry, Supt., 805 84 LaSalle, h. 717 W. Monrie
43 [No Ernest A. Mayo listed]
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46 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 20 December 1891 Page 28
47
48 PROGRESS AT COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
49
50 The Steger Manufacturing company has begun work in bu ilding its factory on the south half of Block 23,
51 Columbia Heights. The north half of this block has been sold to the Rice-Hintz Piano company. This
52 company has plans drawn by Mayo & Curry for a three-story brick factory bu ilding, 40x200 feet. The
53 company promises to employ 200 men . During last week sixty-eight lots were sold ranging in price from
54 $200 to $680 a piece .
55
56
57 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 3 January 1892 Page 30
58
59 $425,000 for a Ten-Year Term
60
61 The hotel building to be erected at Forty-seventh street and Lake avenue has been leased by C. S.
62 Holmes and J. Z. Cozzzens to John 0 . Plank for a term of ten years. The term rental is $425,000, or
63 $2,500 a year more than is paid by the lessees of the Hotel Metropole. Mayo & Curry, the architects of
64 the Kenwood Hotel, will take bids for its construction at once. It is to be completed by Sept. 1. The new
65 hotel will be known as " Plank's Kenwood Inn ." The building will be owned by the Kenwood Safety
66 Deposit company.
67
68 1892 CHICAGO CITY DIRECTORY
69 Page 383
70 Lewis M . Curry (Mayo & Curry) 1611, 79 Dearborn, h. 1015 Washington blvd.
71
72 Page 1019
73 Ernest A. Mayo (Mayo & Curry) 1611, 79 Dearborn, h. 145 Dearborn avenue
74 Mayo & Curry (Lewis M . Curry and Ernest A. Mayo) architects 1611, 79 Dearborn
75
76
77
78 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 24 January 1892 Page 29
79
80 Mayo & Curry are completing plans for the eight-story office build ing which A. F. Dexter proposes to
81 erect at Nos. 80 and 82 Adams street. The building will front fifty feet, the east half having a depth of
82 105 feet and the west half eighty-five feet, leaving a light court in the rear of the latter of 20x25 feet.
83 The front of the building will be of brick and terra cotta, with an entrance to the hallway leading to the
84 elevators on the east side and to the basement store. The basement will probably be used for an oyster
85 house, while the first story will be used for a store . The upper part of the building will be cut up into
86 offices, there being about 20,000 square feet of rental space in the structure . On the east half and
87 center there will be a light court, 18x32 feet, extending from the second story to the top. The building
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88 will be supplied with two hydraulic passenger elevators, and will be heated by steam and lighted by
89 electricity. The cost will be about $100,000. Work in tearing down the present building will be
90 commenced within a month .
91
92 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 14 February 1892 Page 28
93
94 AMONG ARCHITECTS AND BUILDERS
95 Contracts Let and Work Begun on the Dexter Office Building.
96
97 The work of tearing down the buildings at Nos. 80 and 82 Adams street, preparatory to the erection of a
98 fine eight-story and basement structure, which will represent an outlay of $100,000, has begun . Plans
99 for this structure have been drawn by Mayo & Curry, and contracts for most of the construction have
100 been let. It will cover a frontage of fifty feet adjoining the Owings Bu ilding. This land is controlled under
101 a lease by the Dexter Safe-Deposit company, which will erect and own the build ing. The plans made for
102 the building provide for a framework of iron columns and steel beams . The front w ill be of pressed brick
103 with terra cotta trimmings. Three arches wil l be carried up through the front of the building to the sixth
104 story. A heavy coping cornice will surmount the front . The two entrances will be floored in mosaic, and
105 the mosaic will be used in wall decorations.
106
107 This building will be fitted up with all modern improvements, including steam heat, gas, electricity, and
108 rap id elevator service . Marble wainscoting will be used throughout all of the halls. Contracts for the
109 carpentry and mason work have been awarded to Ryland & Co . The South Halsted Street Iron Works
110 have secured the contract for the iron work. The entire basement will be occupied by an oyster house.
111 The first floor will be divided into stores, and all of the upper stories will be devoted to offices. An
112 attempt will be made to finish the building during the present season .
113
114 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 20 March 1892 Page 26
115
116 Riverside is to have a new hotel. It will be an elegant affair and will occupy the site of the old Riverside
117 House. The hotel is to be erected at once by E. P. Ripley, Vice-President of the Chicago, Milwaukee and
118 St. Paul railroad ; George Chambers, John T. Snodgrass and Albert Seckel. It will cost $50,000 and will
119 contain about 125 rooms . Curry & Mayo have prepared the plans.
120
121
122 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 5 June 1892 Page 27
123
124 Mayo & Curry have made plans for a four-story apartment house to be built at Park Manor by M .
125 Buckley at a cost of $45,000. The three-story brick residence known as the " Keefe Mansion", which was
126 purchased last year by Mr. Buckley, will be remodeled and used in connection with the new building as a
127 World' s Fair hotel.
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129 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 3 July 1892 Page 22
130
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131 Mayo & Curry are planning the reconstruction of the Granada apartment-house at the southwest corner
132 of Rush and Ohio streets into a hotel for James F. Keeney at a cost of from $35,000 to $40,000 . It is
133 proposed to have a large rotunda and a dining-room on the first floor, with a rearrangement of the
134 other rooms in the building .
135
136 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 17 July 1892 Page 14
137
138 MORE GREAT BUILDINGS
139
140 A nice improvement now in progress is the Dexter Safety Deposit company' s building at Nos. 80 and 82
141 Adams street. While it is not as expensive as some of the office buildings now in the course of erection
142 it will add much to the street. Mayo & Curry are the arch itects . The structure joins the Owings Building.
143 It will be steel frame, faced with brick, and will be supported by iron columns. The entrance will be
144 fin ished in mosaic and the wainscoting white marble . An oyster house will occupy the basement, and it
145 is expected that the offices w ill be ready for tenants Jan. 1. It will cost $100,000 and will be eight stories
146 high.
147
148 EVANSTON DIRECTORY
149 1891-none
150 1892-none
151 1893 Page 274
152 Ernest A. Mayo, r. French House, architect, 79(?) Dearborn, Chicago
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155 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 6 August 1892 Page 14
156
157 NEW INCORPORATIONS
158
159 Springfield, Ill. Aug. 5.-[Special]-The Secretary of State today issued licenses to incorporate new
160 companies as follows:
161
162 The Southern Grand Hotel company, Chicago: capital stock, $2,000,000 : incorporators, Leander C. May,
163 Lewis M. Curry, and A. L. Allen .
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165 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 6 August 1892 Page 1
166
167 NEW HOTELS GALORE>
168
169 D. P. KEENEY, HOWEVER, SEEMS TO HAVE THE " BOSS" SCHEME
170
171 HE Assures a Stranger with $10,100 to Invest That in One Year He Can Clear $50,000 Profit-The
172 Enthusiastic Promoter says His "Hotel" at North and Washtenaw Avenues Is the Greatest Money-Making
173 Scheme on Record-He Lost $100,000 by Being "Too Honest".
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175 Chicago is to have another magnificent hotel, one that will cost a whole lot of money, a genuine sky
176 scraping, marble vestibule, velvet carpeted abiding place for travelers; at least the following "ad" in an
177 evening paper of yesterday would so indicate :
178
179 THE SOUTHERN GRAND HOTEL COMPANY< Chicago: capital stock, $2,000,000: Incorporators L. C. May,
180 Lewis M. Curry, and A. L. Allen.
181
182 Lewis M. Curry's office is on the fifteenth floor of the Unity Building. A reporter for THE TRIBUNE, copy
183 of the "ad" in hand, called to learn particulars of the "Southern Grand" . Mr. Curry was not in, but a
184 draftsman, busily engaged on architectural drawings, announced that he was jointly interested in the
185 project. He was not anxious that anything be published, and, with a good deal of warmth said:
186
187 " I do not wish anything about the new hotel in the papers. The plans are not perfected and it would
188 interfere with us if any mention of it was made ."
189
190 L. C. May's office, on the thirteenth floor of the Title and Trust Building, was next visited . Mr. May was
191 absent, but when the visitor stated to D. P. Keeney, who occupies the adjoining office, that he had
192 $10,000 to invest in stock in the new hotel enterprise that gentleman appeared to be in the seventh
193 heaven of delight. "It's very lucky, very lucky, indeed, that you spoke to me," he said . "I can guarantee
194 you fully $25,000 profit in one year if you invest your money with me. I've the greatest money-making
195 scheme on record . See the plans of my hotel," and he gave the reporter a number of drawings depicting
196 a fine hotel and apartment structure, which he said he was about to erect on the West Side .
197
198 "Can you keep books?" Mr. Keeney queried . "Well, never mind, I'll tell you what I'll do: You just put in
199 your money here and I'll make you our bookkeeper at a monthly salary of $100. How does that strike
200 you?
201
202 Mr. Keeney insisted upon showing the site of the proposed new hotel. He was prevailed upon to wait for
203 half an hour, and when the reporter reached the street, he was accosted by a man who was present at
204 the above interview. He handed the reporter a card, which read as follows, he claiming to be a member
205 ofthefirm :
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207 Notary Public. South Side Property a Specialty.
208
209 C. E. Sherman & Co.
210 Real Estate and Loans
211 1104 Chamber of Commerce.
212 Washington and La Sal/e-sts., Chicago.
213
214 " I overheard your conversation up-stairs," said he. "You are a stranger here, are you not? Well, be
215 cautious. This is the advice of a friend . A short time since I lost $3,000 in a real-estate deal, and for this
216 reason I warn you . "Now," he continued, "I am trying to secure capital to erect a hotel near the World' s
217 Fair site, and it would pay immensely. Come down to my office, and we will talk it over fully."
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218
219 THE TRIBUNE reporter promised to visit the adviser later and returned to Mr. Keeney, with whom he
220 boarded a north-bound car to inspect the location of this new hostelry, which he represented to be at
221 the corner of Washtenaw and North avenues, covering a space of 150x100 feet . En route to this
222 destination the "stranger" was promised a one-fifth interest in the concern, valued at $500,000,
223 accord ing to Mr. Keeney, and his prospective profits of $25,000 in one year were doubled to the extent
224 of $50,000 by the enterprising promoter. "Here we are," said Mr. Keeney, alighting on North avenue,
225 one block east of Humboldt Park. "This," pointing to a large vacant lot, "is the site . It is all paid for. I
226 forgot to mention that I received a loan of $100,000 the other day on the scheme. Why, a New York
227 millionaire was so struck on it that he offered to take all the stock and furnish a capital of $4,000,000.
228 The hotel will be magnificent, and furnished like a palace. It will have a bar-room 50x60 feet, and the
229 finest drug-store in the world . The entire cost will be $500,000."
230
231 "What about the $2,00,000 hotel?" queried the reporter.
232
233 "Oh! That's to be located at the corner of Forty-ninth street and Madison avenue . But no! What am I
234 thinking of? That scheme's fell through . Couldn't get land, you know and the North Side plan is the best
235 of al l. Why, you' ll make $75,000 on your money in one year. They' re go ing to run an elevated railway
236 out here for us. What do you think of that?
237
238 " But I guess I had better see Mr. May. He's one of the incorporators of the $2,000,000 hotel," objected
239 the reporter.
240
241 " No!" ejaculated Mr. Keeney with great emphasis. "That scheme fell through, I tell you . You say you are
242 going to your home at Erie, Pa., tonight to get your money. Well, all right, but don't see May. It' s
243 unnecessary.
244
245 " By the way," he went on enthusiastically, "you say you've got lots of rich friends at your home. I' ll tell
246 you what I'll do. If you get them to invest money in this enterprise I'll give you 10 per cent on all they
247 turn in . I'll guarantee it to you. When will it be incorporated, did you say? Well, just as soon as you
248 turn me in your money next week we'll incorporate the company with a capital stock of $500,000 and
249 issue shares at $25 each . "Who are the present stockholders? They are James McKinly, who is the
250 contractor for erecting the hotel; Attorney F. F. Douglas, who is the legal advisor of the company;
251 myself, and one other gentleman whose name I cannot recall. Our architect is L. C. [sic.] Curry, and for
252 references we refer people to Lyman J. Gage, the banker, my brother, a very wealthy real-estate man,
253 and-and others. "Of course," he added, "you'll be one of the five directors when you turn in your
254 $10,000 next week."
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256 Mr. Keeney, in pointing out several business edifices he said he owned on North avenue said: "When I
257 came here twenty years ago, I hadn't a dollar, but my credit was good, and I bought several lots on this
258 street. They thought I had money, but I hadn' t a cent. In this way I got my start to bu ild up a fortune .
259 One t ime I was terribly swindled, however. I had a dishonest partner whom I trusted and who cheated
260 me out of nearly $100,000. I was too honest- I was too honest."
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262 The home of Mr. May, No. 946 North Campbell avenue, was visited, but he was absent.
263
264 Lyman J. Gage, to whom Mr. Keeney referred for references does not know the man . When asked last
265 evening if he indorsed the "promoter" and his scheme, Mr. Gage replied: " No. I have never
266 recommended any such man . I do not know of any D. P. Keeney."
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268 1893 CHICAGO CITY DIRECTORY
269 Page 425
270 Lewis M . Curry {Mayo & Curry) 1611, 79 Dearborn, h. 88 Park av.
271 [Mayo entry obliterated by poor conditions of microfilm]
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273 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 5 February 1893 Page 30
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275 Mayo & Curry have drawings on the boards for remodeling the large room at end of the main hall in the
276 Unity Building into a restaurant . The room is 80x60 feet and the improvements will make it one of the
277 leading establishments of its kind in the city. The floor will be of mosaic, the walls will have marble
278 wainscoting, and the ceilings will be finished in a high class manner. The kitchen, lavatories, and other
279 accessories will be equipped with all modern conveniences. The improvement will cost about $15,000.
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287 Mayo and Curry have completed plans and work has commenced for the Colon ial apartment building,
288 on Oglesby avenue, near Sixty-third street, for James G. Stevenson. The contract for this building has
289 been awarded to Angus & Gindale, with the exception of the plumbing, electric lighting, and staff work,
290 under a time forfeit of $350 a day, to be completed by June 1, 893, the proprietor also agreeing to pay
291 the contractors a like sum for every day the structure is complete before that date. This apartment
292 building will be three stories, attic, and basement, 100x135 feet, built with brick walls and stone
293 foundation, modern sanitary plumbing, steam heat, electric light, and perfect ventilation . The front and
294 return walls will be covered with staff, in the old colonial style . The central portion will be devoted to a
295 large plaza and entrance combined, 10x56 feet, the front being supported on Ion ic columns. Two
296 handsome campaniles with gable between will form the central feature and break the sky-line . The
297 interior is admirably arranged for the accommodation of its guests, having 160 rooms, divided into two
298 or three-room suites and bath . During the World' s Fair it will be used as the headquarters of an Eastern
299 club and afterwards will be used as a first-class apartment building. The main lobby will be 21x76 feet,
300 around which are placed the office, check-room, toilet-rooms, and two principal staircases.
301
302 The large, light court in the center will be devoted to a dining-hall. Adjoining this will be kitchen, store-
303 room, boiler house, icebox, trunk, storage, and servants' quarters. Marble will be extensively used in
304 the main lobby, reception-room, and din ing-room, and the balance of the building will be trimmed with
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305 pine pa inted wh ite and tipped with old gold . A portion of the apartments will be completed by May 15.
306 The total cost of the improvement will be $60,000.
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308 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 9 April1893 Page 26
309
310 TWO LARGE DOWN-TOWN HOTELS
311 Imperial and California Companies Secures Prom inent Corners on Term Leases.
312
313 Two hotel operations of importance were carried through during the week. The Imperial Hotel company
314 has secured control of the building at the southeast corner of Michigan avenue and Twelfth street by a
315 term lease, and the California Hotel company has purchased the leasehold interest in the building at the
316 southwest corner of Van Buren street and Custom-House place. The Michigan avenue building covers a
317 lot 83x130 feet, and was leased by Washburne & Lewis from Mrs. Elizabeth J. Hopson to C. B. Houghton
318 and S. D. Shadbolt. These parties represent the imperial Hotel company, which was incorporated some
319 t ime ago with a capital stock of $100,000. The building, which is a reproduction of the old Ashland Block
320 with the addition of one story, will conta in 126 guest rooms. It has just been completed, and represents
321 an outlay of $225,000, while the land on which it stands is valued at $275,000. The lease provides for an
322 annual rental of $30,000 for a term of five years. The lessees are given an option of lease for five years
323 more at the same rental, and of an additional five-year term at $40,000 a year. The rental for the
324 fifteen -year period, in case the lessees take advantage of their option, w ill be $500,000. The hotel is
325 being furnished in first-class style, and will be managed by E. S. Douglass of the Woodruff House.
326
327 The building secured by the California Hotel company is directly across Van Buren street from the old
328 Pacific Mission property. It is 100 feet square, and has been occupied for some time as a warehouse by
329 Snow & Goodnow. It is a substantial structure of brick, five stories and basement. The land is owned by
330 P. J. Sexton, who erected the build ing with the intention of using it as a hotel to be known as "The
331 Niagara" . The building was sold and the land leased to Blackall & Son. They in turn sold their leasehold
332 interest, which runs for eight years, from May 1, to George W. Strine . W. G. Krutz Jr. has just made a
333 sale of Mr. Strine's interest to Louis Allards of Californ ia and Robert J. Dixon of South Dakota. The
334 leasehold interest for eight years was sold for $145,000. Mr. Strine has never had possession of the
335 build ing and simply steps out with a bonus of $30,000. He has had plans made by Mayor & Curry for
336 remodeling the building and has let the contracts for these changes. The new owners will assume these
337 contracts and expend about $50,000 in alterations. The hotel company has control of all the building
338 with the exception of the four Van Buren street stores which are still controlled by Blackwell & Co. Two
339 hotel entrances will be made, one on Van Buren street and one on Custom House place . These will open
340 into an office and lobby directly under a large light shaft, which opens down through the center of the
341 building. There will be 341 rooms on the five floors . A mezzanine story will be put in above the fifth
342 floor to be used for cots. The hotel is to be ready for occupancy by May 15. It is diagonally across Van
343 Buren street from the corner recently purchased by H. K. Kohisant as a fee, and just across Custom
344 House place from the Monadnock extension . The Pacific Mission property, 60 x100 feet, was sold last
345 year for $200,000.
346
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350 A fine factory building covering four acres of ground is one of the latest projects in the building line. The
351 building will be six stories high and is located on Block 1 of Fullerton addition . The building will front on
352 Chester street. It is to be erected by the Garden City Wire and Spring company, and the cost of the
353 building will, it is estimated, be in excess of $260,000. The building will occupy about two thirds of the
354 block. In addition a powerhouse is to be erected on the rear of the lot at an estimated cost of $46,000,
355 making the total cost of the buildings to be erected by this company exceed $300,000. The machinery
356 and interior fittings will cost in the neighborhood of $200,000. Mayo & Curry are the architects in
357 charge and already have the complete plans prepared for the foundation and frame work to the
358 building.
359
360
361 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 9 July 1893 Page 30
362
363 Mayo & Curry prepared the plans for the armory which the Chicago Hussars propose to build at the
364 northeast corner of Thirty-fifth street and South Park avenue. The same architects have designed for
365 John W. Lanehart a three-story flat building, 40x65 feet, to be erected on Wilcox street, just west of
366 Campbell avenue. It will be constructed of pressed brick with marble entrances, will contain six flats, and
367 will cost $14,000. The same architects have received an order from Gov . Altgeld to complete the safety
368 deposit vaults in the basement of the Unity Building. The entrances will be of marble and the wainscot
369 of the same material. The cost is placed at $10,000.
370
371
372 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 29 December 1893 Page 9
373
374 Legal Notices and Proposals
375 INDUSTRIAL HOME FOR THE BLNID,
376 Chicago, Ill. Dec. 20, 1893
377
378 Sealed proposals will be received in duplicate until 2 p.m. on the 4th day of January, 1894, for furnishing
379 materials and construction of the Industrial Home for the Blind to be built for the State of Illinois, in
380 accordance to the drawings and specifications, copies of which may be had at the office of Messrs.
381 Mayo & Curry, architects, 79 Dearborn-st.
382
383 Each bid must be accompanied by a good and sufficient bond for a sum of not less than 2 per cent of the
384 amount of the proposal, signed by at least two good and sufficient sureties. The right is reserved to
385 reject any or all bids, or to waive any defect or informality in any bid, if it be deemed in the interest of
386 the state to do so.
387
388 All proposals received after the time stated will be returned to the bidders. All proposals to be indorsed
389 and addressed as follows : Endorsed-Proposal for Dormitory and Factory. Addressed-P .H. Conley,
390 N.W. Cor. 25 and Butler-sts., Chicago . Duplicate addressed to Mayo & Curry, 79 Dearborn-st., Chicago.
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391 Immediately thereafter the bids will be opened for the first time in the presence of the trustees, and the
392 contract awarded to the best, responsible bidder.
393
394 Trustees: P. H. Conley, President
395 Fritz Glogauger, Secretary.
396 H. C. Zuttermiester,
397 Miss Sarah J. Condon
398 H. E. Cushing.
399
400 1894 CHICAGO CITY DIRECTORY
401 Page 436
402 Lewis M. Curry (Mayo & Curry) 1611, 79 Dearborn, h. 596 Flournoy
403
404 Page 1146
405 Earnest A. Mayo (Mayo & Curry) 1611, 79 Dearborn, h. Evanston
406
407
408 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 18 February 1894 Page 7
409
410 ITS GOOD WORK BEGUN
411
412 STATE HOME FOR JUVENILE REMALE OFFENDERS IS OPEN
413
414 Temporary Quarters Are Secured and the First Inmate Received-The Site for the Permanent Structure
415 at Geneva Has Been Selected-Plans for the New Building, Which Is a Reformatory Institution-Mrs.
416 Margaret Ray Wilkins Is Chosen as Superintendent.
417
418 Young girls who are convicted in the courts hereafter will not be sent, to the bridewell, the County Jail,
419 or the penitentiary. Instead of serving light sentences in any of these places they will be obliged to
420 spend the remaining years of their minority in a new institution at Geneva, to be known as the State
421 Home for Juvenile Female Offenders. Last June the Legislature appropriated $90,000 for the founding of
422 this home, and a few months later a Board of Trustees was appointed and Geneva was chosen as the
423 site for the institution. The voting of this appropriation was due largely to the efforts of the officers of
424 the Industrial Home for Girls at Evanston and members ofthe Woman's club of Chicago .
425
426 The work of these persons in discharging their official duties has brought them in contact with the
427 routine work of the police stations. Here, it is said, the need of an independent home has been
428 apparent for many years. In many instances almost every week young girls who have been arrested on
429 various charges have been allowed to go free. Action of this kind was taken by the prosecuting attorneys
430 under the direction of the Protective Agency for Women and Children, as it was thought preferable to
431 sending them to the bridewell or to the Industrial Home for Girls. At the former place it was considered
432 the influence there prevailing would do them more harm than good, and at the latter place they were
433 ineligible, as none is accepted who has been known to the police as a hardened character. It has been
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434 the policy of the Industrial Home to accept girls who have become homeless or destitute, but not
435 criminals. The new home will be especially fitted for the latter class. It will be divided into four distinct
436 departments and the inmates separated into as many classes . The members of each class or
437 department will be arranged with reference to their former habits or their age.
438
439 The work of receiving and caring for these girls will be commenced at once. Temporary quarters have
440 been secured at No. 3111 Indiana avenue, in the building formerly used for the Erring Woman's Refuge.
441 Yesterday Mrs. Margaret Ray Wilkens was chosen Superintendent of the home and Miss Anna Hayden
442 assistant. Mrs. Wilkens is the President of the National Woman's Relief Corps, , and until recently was
443 the matron of a soldiers' orphans' home in Kansas. An immediate selection of the officers of the home
444 became necessary as one inmate in the person of a 14-year-old girl has already been received . She
445 came from Coles County, and will remain at the home until she is 18 years of age . Others are expected
446 in a few days.
447
448 The board of seven trustees designated as the "State Guardians for Girls", of which the law provides that
449 four shall be women and three men, has been appointed by the Governor. They are : Mrs. M . R. M .
450 Wallace, Evanston; Mrs. G. M. Holt, Chicago; Mrs. J. D. Harvey, Geneva; Mrs. Charles Henrotin, Chicago;
451 Matthew Henneberry, Peoria; W. D. Prentiss, Chicago; Judge Frank M. Annis, Aurora. Mrs. Wallace has
452 been chosen President of the board and Mrs. G. M. Holt Secretary.
453
454 In regard to the nature of the crime for which a girl can be committed, the law provides that whenever
455 any girl between the ages of 10 and 16 years is convicted before any court of record of any offense
456 which if committed by any adult would be punishable by confinement in any house of correction or
457 county jail, such juvenile offender of the court to the State Home for Juvenile Offenders for a time not
458 less than one year nor beyond her minority; or whenever any girl between the ages of 10 and 16 years is
459 convicted before any Justice of the Peace or police magistrate of any misdemeanor the Justice or
460 magistrate may in his discretion punish such juvenile offender in the manner provided by law, or he may
461 commit her to the State Home for Juvenile Offenders for a term not less than three months nor beyond
462 her minority.
463
464 The act also provides that any girl may by the trustee be placed in the home of any good citizen upon
465 such terms and for such purpose and time as may be agreed upon, or she may be given to any suitable
466 person of good character who will adopt her, or she may be bound to any reputable citizen as an
467 apprentice to learn any trade, or as a servant to follow any employment which, in the judgment of the
468 trustees, will be for her own advantage, provided that the trustees shall always have a supervising care
469 of the girl and in case she is not well treated may be recalled to the home.
470
471 Upon the discharge of any girl from the home the Superintendent will provide her with suitable clothing
472 and $5 in money and procure transportation for her to her home if she has one in this State or to the
473 county from which she was sent at her option .
474
475 All the inmates will be taught needlework and housekeeping in all its branches. They will also conduct a
476 horticultural garden. From these various sources it is expected to create an income which the trustees
477 will ask the Legislature to set aside as an additional fund to be paid the inmates as they leave the home.
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478 The creation of this fund will be an extra incentive for good and faithful work on the part of the inmates.
479 Amounts will be placed to their credit as earned.
480
481 A handsome site for the new building has been selected at Geneva . It is on an elevation near the town
482 but two miles from the railroad depot. It is a large tract and the building will stand near the center of it.
483 It was expected that a free site would be tendered by some city in the northern part of the State, but as
484 none was forthcoming the one decided upon will be purchased outright. The grounds will be arranged
485 so that additional buildings may be put up in the future if desired .
486
487 The building makes an imposing appearance with broken skyline and corner turrets suitable to the
488 German Gothic style . The exterior walls will be of limestone from the local quarries and will contain
489 some handsome designs. The center of the building rises in a large tower and the main entrance, which
490 will be large, will be particularly handsome. The building proper will be two stories and basement high .
491 It will have a capacity for 180 patients, with additional room for the necessary attendants, officers, and
492 employes. The four wings are practically separate cottages, having all the advantages in seclusion,
493 outside exposures, and the homelike surroundings of the cottage system without the disadvantage of
494 greater running expenses, increased danger to patients and attendants, and the impossibility of efficient
495 supervision caused by too great dispersion.
496
497 Each wing on the second and third floors can be directly overlooked by one supervisor on each floor
498 from the observation chamber. At the extremities of each wing and on each floor is provided a large day
499 room , 25 feet wide and 37 feet long, also a dining-room, kitchen, pantry, and a work-matron' s and linen-
SOD rooms. The passageway connecting these departments with the central building building is used as a
501 dormitory and w ill accommodate twenty-two inmates each.
502
503 The various systems are provided with a disconnected building containing toilet and bath rooms and a
504 staircase and disconnecting lobby. A separate wing in the front central portion of the building will be
505 the administration department. It will contain the Superintendent' s quarters, reception room, and
506 office, with ample room for employes. The rear central bu ilding will be a boiler-house, engine-room,
507 laundry, and general storeroom in the basement and on the floor above will be four large workrooms
508 and lavatories. There will also be a wide staircase leading to the second floor.
509
510 This floor will be used as a recreation hall and at times will also be used for religious services. It will
511 have a seating capacity of 300. The style of grouping of the different parts of the building will be
512 picturesque in appearance and economic in management. The basement walls will be of block stone
513 and above that of dressed stone . The roof will be of metallic shingles and the entire building will be
514 semi-fireproof. All the exterior windows will have wrought iron gratings, but they will be so covered
515 with curtains as to be scarcely observable . The basement floors will be of concrete covered with
516 cement. The entire first and second floors will be trimmed in red oak, except the smaller rooms, which
517 will be trimmed in maple . Each inmate will have a separate sleeping apartment, which will be nicely
518 furnished . All trimmings in the basement will be of pine . Water will be supplied from wells through a
519 large tank on the roof. Two large boilers will furnish heat, and light will be supplied by an independent
520 system owned by the institution. The designs were drawn by Architects Mayo & Curry of this city.
521
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522 1895 CHICAGO CITY DIRECTORY
523 Page 450
524 Lewis M. Curry (Curry & Curry) 1611, 79 Dearborn, h. Oak Park
525 Roy D. curry, 1611, 79 Dearborn, h. Oak Park
526
527 Page 451
528 Curry & Curry (Lewis M . and Roy D) architects 1611, 79 Dearborn
529 [Curry was shown as architect at the 1611 79 Dearborn office and his son Roy was with him as well]
530
531 Page 1184
532 Ernest Mayo, architect, 86, 84 Adams, h. 320 Barry Av.
533
534 1896 CHICAGO CITY DIRECTORY
535 Page 436
536 Lewis M . Curry, architect, 1611, 79 Dearborn
537 Roy D. Curry, loans, 614 95 Clark h. 90 22d
538 Page 1325
539 Ernest A. Mayo, architect, 86, 84 Adams, h. Evanston
540
541
542
543 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 2 April1896 Page 7
544
545 PLANS DO NOT SUIT ALL
546 Drawings for the New Insane Asylum Under Debate
547
548 Those Submitted by Arch itect J. M . Curry Said to Please the Trustees and the Governor, but Not All the
549 Members of the State Board of Charities-Difference of Opinion as to Reading of Law Conferring
550 Authority to Adopt.
551
552 Plans for the new insane asylum buildings at Rock Island, Ill., are in the office of James M. Curry, the
553 architect. But there is said to be a question of whether they will be used . Mr. Curry feels positive the
554 plans will be accepted and he is supposed to have the influence of the asylum trustees and of Gov.
555 Altgeld. But most of the members of the State Board of Charities do not like the plans and the law
556 requires the approval of the board before work can be begun.
557
558 The trouble with Mr. Curry's plans, in the estimation of the objecting members of the Board of Charities,
559 is that they follow too closely the old style of asylum architecture suggesting suggestive of prisons and
560 forts instead of the newer "cottage" plan in which groups of bu ild ings replace the single formal massive
561 structure .
562
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563 Mr. Curry furnished the plans for the Illinois Independent Home for the Blind, erected in Douglas Park
564 boulevard three years ago, and he also contributed the plans for the Illinois Independent Home for Girls
565 built at Geneva a year ago .
566
567 There is a difference of opinion between the architect and the State Board of Charities as to a matter of
568 fact as well as of theory. Mr. Curry says his plans have been accepted by the trustees of the asylum and
569 that "the Board of Charities has nothing to do with it." The board believes it must approve the plans
570 before they can be accepted . The law which appropriated $100,000 for the asylum provides that the
571 trustees shall cause plans to be prepared by a competent architect, "but no plans shall be adopted by
572 the trustees which shall not first have been approved by the Governor and the board of State
573 Commissioners of Public Charity."
574
575 There was no bidding for these plans; neither have any other plans been solicited or offered. Mr. Curry
576 says "the law provides that the trustees may secure the plans from whom they please." The
577 compensation is fixed by the law at 2 per cent of the costs of construction. The cost of the building to
578 be immediately erected is estimated at $95,000, but the plans provide for the probable growth of the
579 institution, and 2 per cent, it is hinted, might become a good thing.
580
581 It has been rumored that the dissatisfaction of the Board of Charities was so great that it was the cause
582 of the resignation of the President, Dr. Boerne Bettman, last week. But Dr. Bettman absolutely denies
583 this. He says he has not seen the plans for the new asylum, but from the description of Dr. Reynolds and
584 Miss Lathrop he confesses that he does not approve of them. "We are on record as favoring the cottage
585 plan for insane asylums. The idea is to take away from the patients the appearance of imprisonment or
586 force, and to give them outdoor employment instead of restraint. The question is, not how cheaply we
587 can feed or lodge the insane, but whether we can help them. If I had staid on the board I should have
588 talked over these matters with Gov. Altgeld, and I do not doubt he would prefer the best method. He is
589 a very reasonable man." Miss Julia Lathrop said she did not approve of Mr. Curry' s plans, but preferred
590 not to discuss the matter until a meeting of the board had been held to consider it.
591
592 Dr. Arthur Reynolds, another member of the board, stated that he had not understood Mr. Curry's plans
593 were final, but merely suggestive, and would be changed, as the board might direct. He said he did not
594 approve the plans himself, and yet did not know exactly what style of architecture he preferred for the
595 purpose. He preferred o have a consultation with the government before making up his mind
596 absolutely.
597
598 "I do not doubt," he said, "but it will be arranged satisfactorily when the trustees and the board and the
599 Governor get together and talk it over."
600
601 The Board of Charities consists of:
602
603 Mrs. Julia C. Lathrop, Rockford
604 Dr. Arthur Reynolds, Chicago .
605 George W. Curtiss, Stockton.
606 James McNabb, Carrollton.
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607
608 The trustees of the new asylum are :
609 WilliamS. Gale, Galesburg.
610 JohnS. Eden, Sullivan .
611 T. J. Medill, Rock Island.
612
613
614
615
616 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 21 June 1896 Page 40
617
618 Ernest A. Mayo has designed and let contracts for a new residence to be erected on Marynette terrace,
619 Buena Park, forT. D. Gray. The foundation will be of stone, with plastered exterior on the first floor and
620 shingled upper story and roof. The building will cover an area 32x55 feet and will be fitted with a hot
621 water heating system, electric lights, and modern sanitary plumbing. The style of architecture is French
622 chateau . The interior will be handsomely decorated with white enamel. The hall, reception room , and
623 dining-room will have high beam and paneled ceilings and floors of quarter-sawed oak. The upper
624 rooms will be trimmed in whitewood and birdseye maple . The residence will cost $10,000. The same
625 architect has just completed a store and flat building at South Evanston for William Hoyt at a cost of
626 $20,000.
627
628
629 EVANSTON DIRECTORY 1897 220
630 Ernest A. Mayo (Ada Mary wife), 320 Dempster, architect, 86 Dexter bldg. Chicago.
631
632 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 11 July 1897 Page 34
633
634 MEDICAL COLLEGE AND HOSPITAL
635 New Building to Be Erected on the North Side.
636
637 Ernest Mayo is preparing plans for a new building for the National Medic al College . The structure is
638 designed for a combination of college and hospital. It will have a frontage of 125 feet and will be
639 seventy-five feet deep. The exterior will be of brick and stone, with a tile roof. All the rooms will be
640 finished in hardwood . In the basement are located lecture rooms, steam and electric light plant, and
641 laundry. On the first floor are the reception rooms, consultation room, surgeon' s room, two lecture
642 rooms, and one ward . There is also to be an operating theater on this floor for use in clinics. The
643 second floor is devoted to private rooms, children's dormitories, and male and female medical wards.
644 The male and female surgical wards will occupy the third floor, while the fourth is devoted to private
645 rooms, dining-room, dissecting-room, and accommodation s for the staff.
646
647 Through ventilation will be employed in the building, the three wings being connected with the main
648 structure by large corridors with wards located on either side . The entrance is designed in marble with
649 mosaic floor. The building will cost $75,000. Negotiations are in progress for a suitable site on which
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650 the building will be erected. Townsend Smith is President of the college and the executive staff includes
651 L. D. Rogers, W. E. Fruit, and E. C. Sweet.
652
653
654 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 5 September 1897 Page 30
655
656 Ernest Mayo has designed for B. C. Rogers a three-story apartment house, to be on Clark street, in
657 Rogers Park. It will front 50 feet with a depth of 70, and will be constructed of pressed brick and stone .
658 It will cost $10,000. The same architect is receiving figures for the construction of a three-story flat
659 building for Aaron Jay, to be erected at West Forty-first street, near Park avenue. It will front 25 feet
660 with a depth of 65, and will be constructed of cut stone and pressed brick. It will cost $5,000.
661 Construction will be commenced shortly on both the buildings. The same architect has designed for the
662 National Medical College improvements in the Ideal Club Building at 531 Wells street.
663
664 EVANSTON DIRECTORY 1898 Page 231
665 Ernest Mayo, 2316 Harrison
666
667 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 24 July 1898 Page 30
668
669 NORTH SHORE CLUBHOUSE PLANS
670
671 Ernest A. Mayo Designs Building for Edgewater Organization .
672
673 Ernest A. Mayo has completed the design of the new North Shore Suburban club, to be built at
674 Edgewater, near the lake. It will be of frame, with stone foundations, and will have cement floors,
675 steam heat, electric lighting, and hardwood trimmings. The basement will contain four bowling alleys,
676 toilet rooms, boat storage, dining room, kitchen, and servants' quarters. A dressing room for bathers
677 will open directly on the beach. The first floor will have a large veranda. The interior will contain four
678 billiard tables, the office, the card and smoking room, and a large parlor. A grand staircase will lead to
679 the ballroom, 50x80 feet, with stage, dressing rooms for men and women . The ballroom will have a
680 capacious balcony extending around three sides, with extensive windows for viewing the lake. The
681 design will be in the colonial style, with shingle roof. The predominating feature will be the large two-
682 story veranda, giving the club a look of size and comfort. The estimated expenditure in connection with
683 the building is $15,000.
684
685 AMERICAN CONTRACTOR Chicago Building Permit column 3 September 1898 Page 29
686 Ernest A. Mayo 30th st. & Stewart av. Sibley Elevator Co .
687
688 EVANSTON DIRECTORY 1899 Page 241
689 Ernest A. Mayo (Ada, wife) 1314 Asbury av., architect, Dexter bldg., Chicago
690
691 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 12 November 1899 Page 38
692
693 NEW HOTEL FOR HIGHLAND PARK---"THE MORAINE"
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694
695 "The Moraine", the new $100,000 hotel now in course of construction in Highland Park, is under
696 contract to be completed by June 1, 1900. The location is a little north of Highland Park, and the
697 grounds will have a west frontage of 700 feet on Sheridan road. Great ravines are the boundaries on the
698 north and south, while the waters of Lake M ich igan are on the east. The site is a picturesque one and
699 has many natural advantages. The building w ill have a west frontage with large verandas on the east
700 side. It is being constructed by F. W . Cushing after plans prepared by Architect E. A. Mayo. The hotel
701 will be conducted next summer by a Chicago company.
702
703 The hotel building will be three stories and basement, with ground dimensions 266 by 45 feet for the
704 main and two wings 40 by 70 feet each. It is of colonial design. The materials used will be varnished
705 brick and stone with a tile roof. There will be 125 guest rooms and fifty bathrooms. A number of the
706 rooms will be connected, so that they can be thrown together into suites of two to five, when so
707 required . The dining room will accommodate 300 people. The work of grading the grounds and putting
708 in the foundation of the build ing is progressing rapidly.
709
710 EVANSTON DIRECTORY 1900
711 Ernest A. Mayo (Ada, wife), 1554 Asbury av, tel. 244, architect, 84 Adams, Chicago, tel 2448H
712
713 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 14 January 1900 Page 39
714
715 ... The new Hotel Moraine is being put under roof.
716 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 20 May 1900 Page 50 [ad]
717 Hotels.
718 The New North Shore Hotel
719 The Moraine, at Highland Park
720 Will be opened on Saturday, June 2d, and prom ises to become at once a very popular resort for
721 prominent Chicago people. The building, which is a fine specimen of colonial architecture, is
722 exceptionally well constructed, the rooms are large and airy, and every possible convenience has been
723 provided for the comfort of patrons. Situated upon a high bluff overlooking Lake Michigan, the Moraine
724 has the advantage of the cool lake breezes, while the views from the balconies, especially those looking
725 north are extremely fine.
726
727 Persons unacquainted with the North Shore will be surprised to find so charming a bit of natural scenery
728 as t hat surrounding the house. The hotel property comprises a tract of thirteen acres, having a frontage
729 on the Sheridan road of 700 feet and of 500 feet on the lake, so that all kinds of outdoor sports, such as
730 bathing, riding, driving, bicycling, etc., may be enjoyed. The Chicago and North Western Railway
731 Company have shortened the schedule time on the principal trains to and from Highland Park to thirty-
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732 four minutes, and the opening of the Northwestern Elevated road on June 1 will bring points on the
733 loop to within 40 or 50 minutes of that place. The new hotel will be opened for inspection on Sunday,
734 May 201h (today), and persons wish ing to look it over will find the hotel omnibus awaiting the arrival of
735 trains at Highland Park. Sunday trains leave C. & N. W. Station at 9&10:45 a.m., 12:45, 2:15, 3:00, 3:30
736 & 4:15 p.m.
737 For further information address Hotel Moraine Co., Room 87 board of Trade, Telephone Harrison 1853
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742 Illinois. Cook County 2"d Ward, Evanston 1554 Asbury Avenue 9 June 1900
743
744 8: Ernest A. Mayo head white male Dec. 1864 35 m.8 ENG(Eng)x3 1891 9 Na architect RH
745 9: AdaM . Mayo wife white female Mar 1870 30 m.8 1/1 CAN(Eng)x3 1892 8
746 10: Vivian B. Mayo son wh ite male July 1895 4 single at school : Evanston ENG(English) ENG(English)
747
748 1900 FEDERAL CENSUS
749 Series T-t623 Roll 711 ED 15 Page 102 SheetlOA Line 63
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750 Michigan Genesee County 4 h Ward Flint 734 Stapelton Street 9 June 1900
751
752 63: Lewis M . Curry boarder white male Feb. 1849 50 single Ml PAPA architect and builder.
753
754
755 EVANSON DIRECTORY 1901
756 Ernest A. Mayo (Ada wife) 910 Dempster, tel1881, architect, 84 Adams, Chicago
757
758
759 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 29 December 1901 Page 31
760
761 THE REMODELED OLD CITY HOTEL BUILDING
762
763 It is the intention to completely reconstruct the present five-story building, formerly the old City Hotel
764 property, located at the southeast corner of Lake and State street, and add one additional floor. The
765 plans call for a handsome iron and glass front in the store and second story. The main floor is to be
766 divided into stores fronting on State street, while the upper floors will be divided into offices and
767 salesrooms to meet the demands of that particular neighborhood . With the extension of Marshall Field
768 & Co .' s store to Randolph street, it is believed by many that it will have a tendency to open the block in
769 State, south of Lake street, for small retail shops. At any rate, there is a demand at present which
770 indicates such a tendency. There is also inquiry for moderate-priced offices and salesrooms. This
771 improvement, together with the remodeling of the Kranz property adjoining on the south, will
772 completely change the character of this block. Architect Ernest A. Mayor will have charge of the
773 reconstruction, and Rounds & Wetten are the agents for the new building.
774
775
776 EVANSTON DIRECTORY 1902 Page 267
777 Ernest Alfred (Ada, wife) Mayo, 910 Dempster, tel1881, architect, 1715 Marquette bldg, Chicago
778
779 AMERICAN CONTRACTOR Chicago Building Permit Column 15 February 1902
780 Ernest A. Mayo 57-61 State st. for Adah F. Burton and R. C. Burton
781
782 AMERICAN CONTRACTOR magazine, Chicago Building Permit Column page 24 of 21 June 1902
783 E. A. Mayo 829-833 Byron St. for Bowen M . E. Church
784
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781
782 AMERICAN CONTRACTOR magazine, Chicago Building Permit Column page 24 of 21 June 1902
783 E. A. Mayo 829-833 Byron St. for Bowen M. E. Church
784
785 EVANSTON DIRECTORY 1903 Page 254
786 Erenst Alfred Mayo (Ada wife) 1116 Foster, mgr. Cluett, Peabody, 1715 Marquette bldg, Chicago [The
787 Foster through Peabody stuff is a repeat of Wallace J. Mayer two lines above an pretty obviously a typo]
788
789 AMERICAN CONTRACTOR Chicago Building Permit Column 13 June 1903 Page 27
790 Ernest A. Mayo 4319 Grand Bd . For R. G. Sykes
791
792 EVANSTON DIRECTORY 1904 Page 297
793 E. A. Mayo (Ada wife) 910 Dempster tel 2882 architect, 1715 Marquette bldg, Chicago, tel Central4147
794
795 EVANSTON DIRECTORY 1905 Page 275 identical to1904
796
797
798 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 1 January 1905 Page A-1
799 REMODELED HOME OF THE EXMOOR COUNTRY CLUB AT HIGHLAND PARK
800
801 Extensive improvements are being made to the Exmoor Country club at Highland Park. The old kitchen
802 on the south will be removed to the north end, giving a straight drive up to the front entrance. The
803 locker room and cafe will be on the south, with light and ventilation on both sides. Adjoining the large
804 cafe on the south will be a spacious plaza, with outside fireplace. The locker room will have 200
805 ventilated lockers, with wide corridors and benches between shower baths, bathrooms, lavatories, etc.
806 Adjoining and above the locker room, with immediate access, will be the bachelors' quarters, comprising
807 thirteen rooms and a large dormitory, with showers, baths, bathrooms, and toilet rooms connected.
808
809 The approach will be in the same position as it is at present and have a new entrance and porte-cochere
810 carried on Doric columns. A new platform will be placed under the same opening into the reception
811 room, women's room, and office. Opening off the reception room will be the dining and ball room
812 38x60, with an elaborate fireplace at the opposite end to the entrance, having a clear space from wall to
813 wall for dancing, with heavy girders in the ceiling carrying the present north annex elevated to the
814 second floor. The band stand is so arranged that music can be heard over the clubhouse. The wood
815 trimmings to the beams and openings of the ballroom will be of dark brown and the windows filled with
816 ornamental metal lights in the old English style. Immediately on the north of the dining room will be a
817 modern kitchen, with a basement under the same devoted to help's dining room, storerooms, etc.
818
819 The reception room will be in the colonial style, with canvas ceilings and decorations in keeping with its
820 surroundings. The women's locker room, on the second floor, will have thirty lockers, with bathrooms
821 and resting room adjoining. It is proposed to beautify the landscape around the clubhouse with
822 driveways, paths, shrubbery, and terrace . The changes to the clubhouse will cost approximately
823 $25,000 and will be completed this coming spring. Ernest A. Mayo, architect, has prepared the plans
824 and will supervise the construction work.
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825
826 AMERICAN CONTRACTOR building permit column 7 April1906 page 44
827 E.A. Mayo 1143 S. Ashland av. for Kelly, Maus & Co .
828 1171 S. Ashland Avenue for Kelly, Maus & Co .
829
830 AMERICAN CONTRACTOR building permit column 26 December 1908 page 31
831 E. A. Mayo 3029 Kenmore av. Dr. W. W. Meloy and Mrs. W. W. Meloy
832
833 BUMSTEAD'S EVANSON CITY AND NORTH SHORE DIRECTORY(Hence : BECANSD) 1909-10 Page 420
834 E. A. (Ada w ife) Mayo, architect, Marquette bldg. r.910 Dempster tel 2882
835
836 AMERICAN CONTRACTOR' S Chicago Building Permit Column 25 September 1909 Page 37
837 E. A. Mayo 320 State st. for John M . Kranz
838
839
840
841 1910 FEDERAL CENSUS
842 Series T-624 Roll240 ED 101 Sheet 9B Lines 51-54
843 Illinois. Cook County. 2"d Ward Evanston 910 Dempster Street 20 April1910
844
845 51 : Ernest H. Male White 45m 17 yrs ENG(Eng)x3 1891 Na architect general practice
846 52 : Ada wife female white 39 m17 1/1 ENG(Eng)x3 1892
847 53 : Vivian son male white 14 single IL ENG(Eng) ENG(Eng)
848 54: Anna Anto ine servant female white 25 single WI FR(Fr) WI housework private family
849
850 AERMICAN CONTRACTOR Chicago Building Permit column 16 April1910 Page 44
851 E. A. Mayo 5940 Kenmo re av. For Fred H. M iller
852
853 BECANSD 1912-1913 Page 391
854 Ernest A. Mayo (Ada) architect Marquette bldg. r. 910 Dempster tel 2488
855
856
857
858 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 3 April1912 Page 5
859
860 $65,000 FOR WOMAN'S CLUB
861
862 Magnificent House to Be Erected in Evanston
863
864 Patten Gave to the Fund
865
866 Architect Prepares Plans for Structure
867
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868 One of the finest women's clubs in the country, a building which will cost about $65,000 exclusive of
869 equipment, is contemplated by the Evanston Woman's club . Although excavations for the foundation
870 have been begun at the northwest corner of Church street and Chicago avenue, Evanston, and contracts
871 have been let, members of the organization breathed a sigh of content yesterday when a gift of $15,000
872 for the building fund was received from Mr. and Mrs. James A. Patten . This brings the fund up to
873 $46,000, and Mr. Patten promised at the outset to be responsible for one-th ird of the entire cost.
874
875 As the fund now stands the building is as good as paid for. Other gifts were received from W. S. Mason,
876 C. F. Gray, Milton Wilson, Mrs. Herbert Streeter, and W. L. Brown . The new build ing, which is designed
877 by Architect Ernest A. Mayo, probably will be ready for occupancy next fall. It will have two auditoriums,
878 the larger seating about 600 persons, tea rooms, parlors, and other features .
879
880 AMERICAN CONTRACTOR Chicago Building Permit Column 11 May 1912 Page 46
881 E. O.[sic.] Mayo 1008-1018 Devon av. For Eugene McVoy
882
883 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 27 September 1914 Page A 7
884
885 ORNAMENTAL GARDEN DESIGN FOR A NORTH SHORE HOME
886
887 In every artistic community the taste for flowers and ornamental gardens is rapidly developing. Here in
888 Chicago it is just commencing, Lake Forest being the center. Great charm of different levels of terraces
889 and garden walks add materially to the picturesqueness both in a garden of flowers and one of formal
890 layout. The design by Architect Ernest A. Mayo here illustrated is in Italian renaissance style, and is so
891 laid out as to make the upper part of the garage harmonize with the tea room , with a raised garden
892 tying the two buildings together. The entrance is from the lawn in the center. The tea room is placed
893 on the north to give a southern exposure, and the garage on the south. The lower part of the garage
894 extends underneath the raised garden, giving a space for machines.
895
896 The gate posts and balustrading will be of Bedford stone, and the central steps and the steps at either
897 end will be of Pennsylvania fields tone, laid in random rubble. The gates will be wrought iron. The
898 entire center of the garden ill be lawn, with flagstones laid in flush for walks. Ornamental flower beds
899 are arranged on either side of the lawn, with a rose garden at each side and box hedges at either end,
900 trimmed in formal style. It forms part of a design for a north shore home.
901
902 BEANSD 1917-18 Page 247
903 Ernest A. (Ada) Mayo, architect, Marquette bldg. h 910 Dempster tel 2488
904 Vivian B. Mayo, student, r. 910 Dempster
905
906 WORLD WAR I DRAFT RECORDS
907 Vivian B. Mayo
908 910 Dempster Street
909 Evanston, Illinois
910 Born 4 July 1895 in Evanston, Illinois.
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911 Construction (ROTC)
912 For E. A. Mayo Architect, Chicago.
913 Single
914 Private Artillery CT (?}
915 1 year
916 Attending ROTC
917 Tall, slender, blue eyes, auburn hair (bald: not yet)
918 5 June 1917
919
920 WWW.GENEALOGYBUFF.COM
921 WORLD WAR I CASUALTIES OF AMERICAN ARMY OVERSEES
922 Reported on July 8, 1918
923
924 Lieut. Vivian B. Mayo, slightly wounded, is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest A. Mayo, 910 Dempster street,
925 Evanston . He was in command of an ammunition train in transit when a shrapnel shell burst a few feet
926 away.
927
928 BEANSD 1920-21 Page 372
929 E. A. Mayo (Ada} arch r.910 Dempster tel 2488
930 Vivian B. Mayo engr. r. 910 Dempster
931
932 1920 FEDERAL CENSUS
933 Series T-625 Roll 357 ED 74 Page 271 Sheet 8A Lines 47-50
934 Illinois. Cook County 2"d Ward Evanston 910 Dempster Street 7 June 1920
935 47: Ernest A. Mayor head rents male white 51 m1893 NA 1898 ENG(Eng}x3 architect OA
936 48: Ada M. wife female white 47 m1893 Na 1898 ENG(Eng}x3
937 49 : Vivian B. son male white 24 single IL ENG( Eng} ENG(Eng} engineer employed w.
938 SO: Marie Hansen servant female wh ite 45 single NOR(Nor}x3 servant privat e family
939
940
941
942
943 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 14 November 1920 Page H 20
944
945 MORAINE HOTEL PLANS $600,000 FIREPROOF ANNEX
946 North Shore Hostelry to Add 200 Rooms
947
948 When hotel managers are compelled to turn away guests on account of lack of accommodations the
949 next step is usually a hurry call for an arch itect. So when F. W. Cushing, owner and manager of the
950 Moraine hotel property in Highland Park recently was forced to refuse perfectly good money offered by
951 homeless millionaires, he asked Architect Ernest A. Mayo, who designed the original hotel and its two
952 annexes, to draw plans for a third big addition.
953
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954 As a result the neighboring picture shows what the north shore is going to have in the way of new hotel
955 accommodations . A $600,000 five story and English basement fireproof building, of concrete, is to be
956 built just north and west of the present main structure, a glimpse of which can be seen in the right in the
957 photograph . It will be about 285 feet long, with three wings of an average depth of fifty feet each and
958 will extend east and west, fronting south, with the west end about thirty feet from Sheridan road .
959
960 There will be 200 rooms in the new annex with seventy sleeping porches, glazed for winter and screened
961 for warm weather. The hotel now has 230 sleeping rooms with th irty-seven porches .
962
963 The Moraine is a unique hostelry. In the first place, it has plenty of grounds-ten acres. It fronts on
964 Sheridan road and runs back to the lake, where guests have one of the finest private bathing beaches in
965 the middle west. Although it is an all year round hotel, summer is the big season, especially when
966 Ravinia is open. Then its lobby looks like a New York or Boul. Mich. Hostelry. Many of the Grand opera
967 stars make it their home during the season .
968
969 Architect Mayo designed the original building in 1905. In 1908 he drew plans for an annex which
970 contains the big ballroom . Three years later a second addition was built. Work will begin on the latest
971 annex next spring.
972
973 BEANSD1922-23 Page 372
974 E. A. Mayo (Ada) arch h. 910 Dempster tel 2488
975 Vivian B. Mayo archt r. 910 Dempster
976
977
978 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 4 March 1923 Page A-15
979 REAL ESTATE NEWS
980 Dress Suit? No! Couldn't Get In Evanston Club
981 But That Was 'Way Back in the '80s
982
983 "When the Evanston County [sic.] club was formed along in 1888," said a Chicago-Evanston millionaire,
984 one of the charter members of that famous organization, "we gave prospective members one of the
985 most searching investigations any clubman ever got. We looked up his banking connections and his
986 business standing and ability, and all about his social standing, and who his wife was before she married
987 him, and every darned thing you could think of. "And then," and here the charter member began to
988 grin, "we didn't have a dress suit. Yep, he had to have a dress suit to get in the club. Of course, that was
989 back in the 80' s.
990
991 Th is conversation developed while inquiring about the new home of the Evanston Country club, to be
992 built on the site of the former building, destroyed by fire last year. Work is to start at once from plans
993 by Arch itect Ernest A. Mayo, who won in an architectural competition against two other Chicago firms .
994 It is hoped to have the new club ready by next Christmas.
995
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996 The Evanston Country club doesn't exactly live up to its name. It has a few tennis courts and that's
997 about all, so far as athletics or sports go . In fact, if the name were changed to the Evanston Dancing club
998 it would be more appropriate, for, according to President William R. Dawes, the new building is really
999 built around the ballroom, that being the main feature .
1000
1001 It will occupy the entire second floor and have a large completely equipped stage at one end . There'll
1002 be a row of boxes on each side, one step above the dancing floor.
1003
1004 Marshall M. Kirkman was the first president of the club in 1888 and remained at the head for ten years.
1005 Some other past presidents are: Edwin F. Brown, now dead; William Holabird, Frank C. Lotts, Rufus C.
1006 Dawes, Fred French, John Stockton, Charles N. Stevens and Harry P. Pearson, now mayor of Evanston .
1007 Judge Martin M. Gridley was one of the original incorporators of the club. The present board of
1008 directions includes Carl Latham, George Ludlow, Irwin Rew, Frederick Chamberlin, Horton Fall, Walter
1009 Stockton, Augustus Knight, Horace Dawson, Tom Lord, Carl Jefferson, R. E. Wilsey, Charles 0. Rundall,
1010 Thomas K. Carpenter, Donald Scott and William R. Dawes, vice president of the Central Trust Company
1011 of Illinois, who is president of the club . Mr. Rew and Mr. Ludlow are vice presidents; Mr. Stockton is
1012 secretary, and Mr. Knight is treasurer.
1013
1014
1015 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 4 April1926 Page B-1
1016
1017 BIT OF ENGLISH COUNTRYSIDE FOR CHICAGO REGION
1018
1019 Chicagoans familiar with the quiet beauty of rural England shortly may have their memories refreshed
1020 without the expense of a long trip as a result of a project just announced for the north shore district. A
1021 syndicate of Chicago businessmen, headed by Joseph Michaels, has purchased 217 acres of wooded and
1022 gently rolling land near Everett, Ill., just fifteen minutes by motor from Highland Park. The property is to
1023 be called Roslyn Park, and it will be arranged to represent an old English countryside, with winding
1024 lanes, hedges, keepers' lodges, etc. Ernest Mayo & Mayo, architects, have been retained to supervise
1025 the improvement. They will divide the property into tracts of five or more acres, and they will design a
1026 protective plan to preserve the landscape effects of the purchasers from being spoiled . The syndicate
1027 contemplates the erection of five homes immediately, each to cost not less than $40,000, to establish
1028 the tone of Roslyn Park.
1029
1030
1031 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 1 May 1926 Page 23
1032
1033 Simon O'Donnell has bought the Anson Mark residence at the northwest corner of Michigan avenue and
1034 Lee street, Evanston, designed by Ernest Mayo, for a reported $100,000, through GeorgeS. Ballard & Co.
1035 The lot is 200x150.
1036
1037 POLK'S EVANSTON AND NORTH SHORE CITY DIRECTORY (PEANSCD) page 437
1038 Ernest A. (Ada M) Mayo archt (Chgo) h. 910 Dempster
1039 Vivanus [sic.] Mayo archt (Chgo) r 910 Dempster
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1040
1041
1042
1043 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 22 July 1928 Sec. 3 Page -1
1044 MERCHANDISING CENTER FOR CELESTIAL$
1045
1046 Ernest Mayo & Mayo are the architects who drew the plans for the above structure, a merchandising
1047 center to be erected at 151-152 West 22d street, in Chinatown, for Jay W. Rapp & Co. , importers of
1048 merchand ise and foodstuffs .
1049
1050 Sec. 3 Page 2
1051 MODERN DESIGN FOR STRUCTURE IN CHINATOWN
1052 To Be Trade Center for Middle West
1053
1054 Chicago' s Chinatown in the vicinity of Wentworth avenue and 22"d street is to be enlarged through the
1055 addition of a good sized store building which is to be erected at 155-55 West 22"d street by Jay W. Rapp
1056 & Co ., importers of merchandise and foodstuffs. What' s interesting is the fact that this structure will not
1057 find its architectural motif in the land of the dragon and the home of chop suey but will be ultra modern
1058 in design. Ernest Mayo and Mayo are the architects who drew the plans . The exterior will be of cream
1059 colored terra cotta, with ornamentation of a darker terra cotta. Window fronts will be of the bronze .
1060 This building is being erected with the idea of giving the city's Chinatown a de luxe merchandising center
1061 to draw the trades of the middle west. Hitherto, there have been only two establishments of this nature
1062 in the country-one in New York and the other in San Francisco . The store will occupy the main floor, a
1063 mezzanine and the second story. On the third floor will be luxurious apartments for the proprietors, Jay
1064 W. Rapp and Hoy Yoon . Completion is planned for Nov. 1
1065
1066 PEANSCD 1929 Page 374
1067 Erenst A. (Ada M .) Mayo archt (Chgo) h.910 Dempster
1068 Peter Mayo archt (Chgo) r. 910 Dempster
1069
1070
1071 1930 FEDERAL CENSUS
1072 Series T-626 Roll499 ED 2114 Sheet SB Lines 81-84
1073 Illinois. Cook County 2"d Ward Evanston 910 Dempster Street, 5 April1930
1074
1075 81 : Ernest Mayo head rents $90, radio, male white 61m27 ENG ENG ENG 1892 architect own firm
1076 82 : AdaM. wife female white 53 m19 ENG ENG ENG 1892
1077 83 : Peter P.[sic.] son male white 311L IL IL[sic.] arch itect partner in firm
1078 84: Hilda N. Nolen servant female white 24 single SWEx3 Swedish maid private home.
1079
1080 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 18 May 1930 Page A-14
1081
1082 NEWS OF THE ARCHITECTS
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1083
1084 Mayo & Mayo, Inc., have moved from the Monadnock block, where they have been for several years,
1085 into an unusually attractive su ite of offices on the 39th floor of the new One La Salle street building.
1086 Their new phone is Dearborn 3944. The fi rm is composed of Ernest Mayo, A.I.A., and also an associate
1087 of the Royal Institute of Architects, and his son Peter Mayo, Yale, 1917, and a lieutenant in the 6th field
1088 artillery, 1st division, during the war. He was a graduate of the Fontainebleau Artillery school.
1089
1090
1091
1092
1093
1094
1095
1096
1097 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 30 September 1930 Page 35
1098
1099 ENGAGEMENT
1100
1101 Mr. and Mrs. John Turnbull of Toronto, Canada, have announced the engagement of their daughter,
1102 Eleanor. Sommerville, to Peter Mayo, Chicago architect, and son of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Mayo of
1103 Evanston. No date is announced for the wedding.
1104
1105 PEANSCD 1931 Page 318
1106 Ernest A. (Ada M .) archt (Chgo) h. 1228 Elmwood av
1107 Peter Mayo archt r. 1228 Elmwood
1108
1109 WHO' S WHO IN CHICAGO 1931 EDITION Page 640
1110
1111 ERNEST A. MAYO,
1112 Architect, 0
1113 b. Birmingham, Eng., 1868; s Samuel and Anne Page (Brierley) Mayo; 1 ad. , Royal lnst. Of British
1114 Architects; M . Ada Mary Pe irce[sic.]; 1 son, Peter B. Served in office of H. M . Townsend, architect,
1115 Birmingham, 4 years as articled pupil, and 2 years as draftsman; architect in S. Africa 1 year; has
1116 practiced in Chicago many years. Assoc. mem Am . lnst. Arch itects. Republican . Clubs: Unon League,
1117 Glenview, Evanston Country. Recreations: golf, athletics, painting. Home 910 Dempster St., Evanston, Ill.
1118 Office : One North La Salle Street Bldg., Chicago.
1119
1120 Peter Mayor, architect; b. Evanston, Ill., July 4, 1895; s. Ernest Alfred and Ada Mary (Pierce) Mayo; grad .
1121 St. Paul's Sch., Concord, N.H. 1914; Ph . B., Yale, 1917; grad . Ecole d' Artillerie, Fontainebleau, France,
1122 1918; studied architecture, engring., law and design in night schs. 6 years; m. Eleanor Turnbull, of
1123 Toronto Can . Began practice as architect, Chicago, 1919; mem . Firm Mayo and Mayo. Prin. Works:
1124 Estates of W. A. Sheaffer and C. R. Sheaffer, Fort Madison, Ia.; residence of J. H. Briggs and A. S. Hart,
1125 Highland Park, Ill., H. N. Seeling, Evanston, E. B. Mailers, Kenilworth, Ill., Averill Tilden and Felix Lowry,
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1126 Winnetka, Ill., E. C. Litchfield, Waterloo, Ia .; Country Club and Woman's Club, Evanston, Ill.;; Chinese
1127 Merchandise Mart, Chicago. Served as 1st lt. F.A., U.S.A., 13 months in France; wounded; received
1128 citation. Mem. Am lnst. Architects. Republican . Clubs : Harvard-Yale-Princeton, Mid-Day, Knollwood,
1129 Glenview. Contbr. To Architecture Archtl. Record House and Garden, House Beautiful, Western
1130 Architect. Recreations: golf, swimming, riding, sailing, bridge . Home 1228 Elmwood Av., Evanston, Ill.
1131 Office : 1 N. La Salle St., Chicago .
1132
1133 PEANSCD 1932 Page 287
1134 Ernest J.[sic. And forever after] Mayo (Ada) acht {Chgo) h. 910 Dempster
1135 Peter {Eieana; 2) archt {Chgo) h. 910 Dempster
1136
1137 PEANSCD 1935 Page 299
1138 Erenst J. {Ada) archt {Chgo) h. 910 Dempster
1139 Peter {Eieana; 2) archt (Chgo) h. 910 Dempster
1140
1141
1142 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 19 July 1936 Page A14
1143
1144 ANNOUNCE $1500,000 RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PROGRAM FOR HIGHLAND PARK SUBDIVISION
1145 Work To Start Tomorrow On First 4 Units
1146 Erection of 100 Houses Is Contemplated
1147 By AI Chase (Real Estate Editor)
1148
1149 Inauguration of a $1,500,000 home building program, involving the erection of 100 residences, was
1150 announced yesterday for forty acres of land just west of the Woodridge station of the Chicago,
1151 Milwaukee and North Shore, in Highland Park. Work will start tomorrow on the first of four houses
1152 which will cost $10,000 to $20,000 .
1153
1154 Although the purchase contract calls for the erection of at least fifty homes by Dec. 31, 1937, by the
1155 owner, the Lake Shore Home Builders, Inc., it is understood that this date may be anticipated and that
1156 the full quota of 100 may be completed by that time . Mayo & Mayo Chicago architects who have been
1157 active along the north shore for several years, will design the first four residences.
1158
1159 The building sites comprise part of the original North Shore Forest Ridge Home addition, a heavily
1160 wooded subdivision at the Intersection of Clavey and Ridge roads, where twelve residences have been
1161 built. All of the winding roads are paved and all improvements are in.
1162
1163 The 109 lots were purchased recently by the Highland Park special assessment bondholders' committee
1164 from the Skokie Valley Realty association through one of its trustees, C. E. Thompson, vice president of
1165 the North Shore Electric lines.
1166
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1167 Prior to completion of the purchase, the bondholders' committee, through a subcommittee consisting of
1168 Harold Florsheim, chairman; Benjamin F. Lewis, B. W. Cooke, and their attorney, Bowen E. Schumacher,
1169 negotiated a resale of the property for home bu ilding purposes, with the Lake Shore Home builders, Inc.
1170
1171 R. S. Hambly & Co. of 4701 Sheridan road, which for years has specialized in Highland Park properties,
1172 has been appointed agent for the offering of all homes built by the Lake Shore Home Builders. It has
1173 just completed a modern, air conditioned office on the property on Clavey road, west of the Skokie line
1174 and Skokie road. According to Oak Norwood, sales director for Hambly, no lots will be sold except in
1175 combination with a home erected under certain restrictions in architecture and price . Many of the
1176 home sites have 75 feet or more frontage, with depths up to 200 feet . " Because of the character of the
1177 deal made with the Highland Park special assessment bondholders' committee, all assessments will be
1178 fully paid at time of delivery of a deed to a home," said Norwood. "This is said to be the first instance
1179 wherein any special assessment committee has effected a means of liquidating the interests of
1180 depositing bondholders without recourse to usual legal proceedings."
1181
1182 In addition to the forty acres acquired by the Lake Shore Home Builders for its 100 residences, there are
1183 sixty additional lots which were bought when the forest Ridge subdivision was put on the market prior
1184 to the completion of the Skokie Valley line of the Chicago, Milwaukee and North Shore . These sixty lots
1185 are all paid for and it is understood that a majority of them may be improved with residences when the
1186 Lake Shore Home builders get their construction program under way.
1187
1188 FIRST UNIT IN NORTH SHORE DEVELOPMENT
1189
1190 Mayo & Mayo are architects of the above residence, to be erected at 1414 Ridge road, west of the
1191 Woodridge station of the Chicago, Milwaukee and North Shore Skokie valley line, by the Lake Shore
1192 Home Builders, Inc. This house and three others are the first units in a home building program calling
1193 for 100 residences. Details are given in another column [above] on this page.
1194
1195
1196 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 24 January 1937 Page 18
1197
1198 AN ARCHITECT DESIGNS HIS OWN HOME
1199 [caption :]
1200 The above early American farmhouse type of residence is being erected by an architect for his own
1201 occupancy. Peter Mayo of the architect firm of Mayo & Mayo designed this home for a site on Sunset
1202 Ridge road, just south of Willow road in Northfield. It will be of Wisconsin Lannon stone and frame
1203 construction, with four bedrooms and three baths on the second floor, and living room, library, dining
1204 room, kitchen, children's dining room on the first floor. A two car garage will be part of the house.
1205
1206 HOME BUILDING GROWS ACTIVE IN NORTHFIELD
1207
1208 Residential activity in the Northfield area bisected by Sunset Ridge and Willow roads is shown in an
1209 informal survey made by Peter Mayo, architect, who is erected a home in that neighborhood, as shown
1210 in the above perspective . "In making up a sketch map for my own use of the nearby area I was startled
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1211 to find so much home building going on," said Mayo. "I discovered there had been 14 new residences
1212 completed during 1936; 17 are now under construction, and 21 are contemplated during the present
1213 year. This is probably as high a ratio of home building as can be found in the Chicago suburban district
1214 for the same sized area. These homes range from $10,000 to $40,00 each, and are for the most part
1215 located on an acre of ground or more each .
1216
1217 PEANSCD 1937 Page 297
1218 Ernest J. (Ada) Mayo archt h 910 Dempster
1219 [No Peter et al.]
1220
1221
1222 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 5 December 1937 Page W 5
1223
1224 ARCH ITECT'S OWN HOME DESIGNED FOR FOUR NEEDS
1225
1226 Winnetka House Separates Varied Activities
1227 By Louise Bargelt
1228
1229 Learn how to save fuel and keep the house warmer. Read the booklet, " Let' s Keep Warm-For Less
1230 Money." By Louise Bargelt, Tribune home builders' editor. On sale at the Tribune Public Service office, 1
1231 South Dearborn street and Tribune Tower. Price, 3 cents. Postpaid, 5 cents.
1232
1233 Standing on Sunset Ridge in Winnetka, this finely designed new home of wood is of unusual interest for
1234 the distinctly different living and service spaces that its floor plan provides. It is an architect's own
1235 house, designed primarily to serve four purposes: the social family requirements, the children's play and
1236 study needs, the professional consultations of the owner, and the service duties of the servants.
1237
1238 Peter Mayo, architect, of Mayo and Mayo, 53 West Jackson boulevard, handled the problem so that
1239 each division of activity in his family should function independently of the other, and the interior layout
1240 is a superlative example of the possibilities of such treatment.
1241
1242 On the Sunday afternoon when I visited the home, all four departments were functioning "full blast". In
1243 the play space at the back twelve youngsters were having a wiener roast before an outdoor fireplace.
1244 Mrs. Mayo was entertaining friends in the first floor library, preparations for dining were going on in the
1245 kitchen and butlery, and the large living room, with its aquamarine to green painted walls and its slightly
1246 deeper green trim was a quiet retreat, without evidence of the eighteen guests the house was taking
1247 care of at the time . This type of functional plann ing is, of course, one of the motivating purposes back of
1248 such modernists as LeCorbusier and others. But no period or style has the monopoly of means for
1249 expressing this principle. The house type may be deeply rooted in the past of one country or another
1250 and yet the floor plan accommodate itself to the family needs in every forthright fashion.
1251
1252 Even large houses today are smaller than those of the past and most house sizes are shrinking. It is
1253 doubly important, since we no longer squander space, that we use it more cleverly and wisely than ever
1254 before.
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1260 grays and blues, not as any all over colors, but sensitively distributed with a feel ing for harmony and
1261 peace.
1262
1263 You step over the threshold into the entrance hall, not su rprised at finding the floor in dark red brick,
1264 the walls papered with a pale gray toned paper with silver sheafs of wheat, and the hall trim a soft gray
1265 to match the background of the paper. There are touches of color, such as the hall side of the front
1266 entrance door, which is yellow. The tone blends with the gray of the walls and is repeated in the niche
1267 on the staircase and again in the trimmings of the hangings in the second floor hall.
1268
1269 At the left of this hall can be glimpsed the library, an intimate little room with walls of selected spruce
1270 with honey finish . The wainscoting of the hall side of the main staircase and the well of the stairway are
1271 also of this spruce . This honey finish is arresting-and here is the way the architect obtains it: English
1272 walnut crystals are dissolved in hot water, applied to the wood and left a certain time to burn it and give
1273 a slight ashen hue. The lime is washed off and the wood waxed. And the more it is waxed the lovelier it
1274 will look. The fact that this library is convenient to the entrance and has a lavatory close makes it an
1275 ideal emergency guest room, as well as a room which can be used for business purposes. A small lobby
1276 at the end of the entrance hall gives access to large living room, and veranda-porch at the garden side of
1277 the house.
1278
1279 Graceful bay windows are architectural features of both the living and the dining room . The latter is
1280 open to the air on three sides. Its walls are painted a warm gray below the dado rail while above is a
1281 gray, lacy textured paper with a bright fruit pattern lending a colorful touch . The butler' s pantry and up
1282 to date kitchen have been planned to accommodate few or many guests. Close to the rear entry, which
1283 gives access to the dog trot and large two car motor room , is a novel little " mud" room . Th is is really a
1284 children's lavatory and has walls and floors of red split brick. It is quite practical, as its name implies!
1285 Any mud and dirt that the children track in can be easily brushed up or scrubbed up with soap and
1286 water. And no danger of injury to the sturdy red bricks.
1287
1288 The floors of the living quarters of the house on the first floor and the upper hall are of random width,
1289 ebony pegged v-joined Appalachian white oak.
1290
1291 Upstairs is a centrally located hall off which open three bedrooms. The master bedroom has a dressing
1292 room and bath of its own and there is a second bath between the other two bedrooms. The maid' s
1293 bedroom and bath are separate from the other bedrooms. They are directly above the garage and
1294 connect with the service rooms below by a stairway which opens into rear entry and kitchen .
1295
1296 The house is insulated-walls and ceilings-and in the basement are two separate heating systems, one
1297 for conditioning the air of the main living rooms and the other for the house hot water supply and the
1298 radiators in the extremities, the bathrooms, the kitchen and the service areas. The heating plants are
1299 automatic, oil fueled .
1300
1301
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1298 radiators in the extremities, the bathrooms, the kitchen and the service areas. The heating plants are
1299 automatic, oil fueled.
1300
1301
1302 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 20 February 1938 Page 16
1303
1304 MAY BUILD BABY TAJ MAHAL AT MEDINAH
1305
1306 Above is show a contemplated $40,000 open air swimming pool for the Medinah Country club, in Du
1307 Page county, from plans by Mayo & Mayo. A miniature of the world famous Taj Mahal is shown on the
1308 right. It has been suggested as a future children's building, according to Ralph Baker, chairman of the
1309 building committee . The architects expect to have the pool finished by Memorial day.
1310
1311 PEANSCD 1939 Page 263
1312 Erenst J. (Ada M .) archt (Chgo) h. 910 Demspter
1313
1314
1315 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 18 February 1940 Page C 9
1316
1317 NORTH SHORE BEST
1318 144 Woodstock-Avenue,
1319 Lovely, modern 14 room house: very desirable design and construction for the discriminating family:
1320 priced to sell : sacrifice for $55,000: shown by appointment only. Consult your broker or F. P. Kays, Ran.
1321 9050.
1322
1323
1324 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 12 October 1941 Page NW 7
1325
1326 SCREENED PORCH GIVES EFFECT OF WIDTH TO HOME
1327
1328 Winnetka House Planned for Expansion
1329 [Caption :]
1330 Besides an atmosphere of quiet charm, this new home of Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Nightingale on Sunset
1331 Ridge road, Winnetka, has many qualities to endear it to its owners (Tribune photo)
1332
1333 By Louise Bargelt
1334
1335 If you turn south on Sunset Ridge road from Willow road, Winnetka, you will find a gracious, beautifully
1336 designed new home, a house built for a newly married couple and now ready for its first winter of living.
1337 The owners, Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Nightingale, had not been married very long when they moved into
1338 their new dwelling last April. The architects, Mayo and Mayo, 53 West Jackson boulevard, Chicago, had
1339 designed the home to meet the needs and desires of the owners and the result is a friendly, informal
1340 home that possesses a wealth of interesting details.
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1341
1342 A large screened porch takes full advantage of the prevailing summer breezes and the exterior walls are
1343 whitewashed brick. The house stands on more than a nacre of land and it has been carefully planned to
1344 that the three bedrooms on the second floor may be completely furnished later. Now they are papered
1345 and there is a stunning second floor bathroom, carried out in peach toned ceramic tile floor and
1346 wainscot. But these bedrooms are not needed at the moment and their furnishing will come later. The
1347 first floor layout is very complete, with large master bedroom and bath, screened porch, living room,
1348 dining room, kitchen and breakfast room.
1349
1350 The entrance hall sparkles an invitation to enter and the inside of the entrance door is painted a lovely
1351 blue. On each side of it are cheerful windows with captivating little glass shelves and the floor is slate,
1352 with blue the predominating color. Overhead there's a small hurricane lamp, and the walls are covered
1353 with a colonial paper which has blue figures on a white background.
1354
1355 At the left of the entrance hall is the sunny dining room, a gay spot with its pale yellow woodwork and
1356 yellow papered walls, its deep blue rug and bleached mahogany furnishings. The kitchen is individual,
1357 colorful. It has knotty pine walls, blue linoleum counter top, and floor and gay red flower pots adorning
1358 tiny shelves on each side of the double drain board sink.
1359
1360 At the right of the entrance is the bright and airy living room, with windows on opposite walls and a
1361 door leading to the porch on the fireplace wall. Woodwork and walls are a delightful mauve tone with
1362 the rug a rose quartz shade. The brick hearth and fireplace have a wood mantel.
1363
1364 A door leads from the living room to a small hall which offers access to bathroom and master bedroom,
1365 built-in linen closet and wardrobe closet. The bath on this first floor has a shower stall instead of a
1366 tub. Its walls above a gray tile wainscot have a paper with pale gray background and black shepherdess
1367 pattern. The floor is a handsome pale gray and black tile, and the accessories are green.
1368
1369
1370
1371 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 17 October 1946 Page 34
1372
1373 ERNEST A. MAYO
1374 Ernest A. Mayo, 81, a resident of Evanston since 1892 and founder of the Mayo and Mayo architectural
1375 firm in Chicago, died last night in St. Francis hospital in Evanston . He leaves his widow, Ada, and a son,
1376 Peter, of Northfield. Services will be held at 4 p.m. tomorrow in St. Mary's church, Evanston. Burial will
1377 be private.
1378
1379 EVANSTON REVIEW 24 October 1946 Page 87
1380 Obituary
1381
1382 Ernest A. Mayo, 81, founder of the Mayo and Mayo architectural firm in Chicago and a resident of
1383 Evanston since 1893, died Wednesday evening, Oct. 16, at St. Francis hospital. He was a member of St.
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1384 Mark' s Episcopal church, where services were conducted Friday afternoon by Dr. Harold L. Bowen. Born
1385 in Birmingham, England, in 1864 [sic.] Mr. Mayo was a graduate of the Royal Institute of British
1386 Architects and practiced in South Africa for one year. HE was an associate member of the American
1387 Institute of Architects.
1388
1389 Mr. Mayo is survived by his wife, Ada Mary Mayo, one son, Peter Mayor of Northfield, and three
1390 grandsons, Peter, John and David Mayo.
1391
1392
1393
1394
1395
1396
1397
1398
1399 CHICAGTO TRIBUNE 19 September 1947 Page 30
1400
1401 CRIPPLED AID WILL PLAN ITS FALL PROGRAM TODAY
1402
1403 Mrs. William P. Pope will open her home at 144 Woodstock av., Kenilworth, to members of the North
1404 Shore Association for the Crippled at 10:30 a.m. today. The schedule for the coming season will be
1405 outlined and fall fund raising activities planned. Mrs. Leonard W. Wilson will preside .
1406
1407 PECD 1948
1408 No Mayos of our concern.
1409
1410 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 27 September 1952
1411
1412 Peter Mayo of Mayo & Mayo, architect, said his firm will move Oct. 1 from 308 W. Washington st. to
1413 room 2630, Pure Oil building.
1414
1415
1416
1417 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 7 March 1953 Page B -15
1418
1419 LEGAL NOTICES
1420 ANNUAL TOWN MEETING AND ELECTION
1421
1422 Notice is hereby given to the Legal Voters, resident of the Township of New Trier, County of Cook,
1423 Illinois, that the Annual Township Meeting and Election of Officers of sa id Township will take Place
1424 TUESDAY, April 7, 1953 being the first Tuesday in said month. The Election will begin at the hour of 6
1425 A.M . and close at 5 P.M . Central Standard Time in the places designated as follows : ...
1426
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1427 24. Mrs. Wm. Pope, 144 Woodstock, Kenilworth.
1428
1429 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 9 May 1953 Page B 5
1430
1431 REAL ESTATE NOTES ...
1432 A $150,000 remodeling job by Mayo & Mayo, architect, is converting the three story building at 4822
1433 Lincoln av., formerly headquarters of Schlosser's Bakeries, into a modern, air conditioned store to be
1434 occupied by the Fred B. Snite Furniture company about Aug. 1. A new fa«;:ade of porcelain is being
1435 installed . The new Snite store will have 26,000 square feet of retailing space, about double its present
1436 quarters at 4732 Lincon.
1437
1438
1439 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 17 February 1955
1440
1441 DIVORCED WIFE TO GET $265,000 AS SETILEMENT
1442
1443 Mrs. Eleanor H. Pope will receive4 $265,000 under a property settlement agreed upon last Jan. 12, when
1444 she was awarded a divorce from William P. Pope, 144 Woodstock av., Kenilworth, executive of hosiery
1445 companies, it was disclosed yesterday. The money is to be paid in varying amounts over 17 years. In
1446 addition she is receiving $400 a month for support of two sons, Richard, 11, and James W., 8. Pope got
1447 custody of a son, William H., 18. They are parents of another son, Robert B., 21. The decree was
1448 awarded by Judge Robert E. English in Superior court on ground of desertion .
1449
1450 AMERICAN ARCHITECTS DIRECTORY Second Edition (1962?)
1451 PETER BRIERLEY MAYO, AlA 29, Chicago Chapter
1452 Mayo & Mayo, 4353 W. Lawrence Ave ., Chicago 30, Ill. B. Evanston, Ill., July 4, 1895, Educ: Yale
1453 Scheffield Scientific Sch., Ph.B, 14-17; Kent Col. Of Law, DePaul Univ., Art. lnst. Of Chicago, representing
1454 7 yrs of night school in Law, Engr. & Des. After World War I. World War I, Mex[sic.] Under study, Ernest
1455 A. Mayo, 19[1919]. Present. Finn{sic] Single princ., Mayo & Mayo Archts ,Founded, 93, joined 19. Reg:
1456 Ark, El, fcid, Iowa, Wis. Gen types: 1,2,3,6,7,9,15,17,19 . Prin . Wks : Mt. Prospect (Ill) State Bank, 59;
1457 Glencoe (Ill) Nat. Bank,60-; 1st Nat. Bank, Dubuque, Iowa, 61; New Plant Nat. Dar. Mfg. Co., Chicago, 58;
1458 Pub . & private Swimming Pools, 50; Y.M.C.A. Bldg, Valparaiso, Ind ., 48. Han. Awards : Best Remodeling N.
1459 Shore of Chicago, Archik, 29, R.W. McKinnon Res. Pub. Serv. As Northfield Village Trustee, Pass on all
1460 Zoning & Bldg. Gov. Serv: World War I, 1st Div., 17-18; World War II, Designed Load Lines for Pentolite
1461 (Bazooka charge), 42-46.[ Directory download seems to have suffered in some accuracy of the letters.
1462 Above best possible for now.]
1463
1464
1465 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 9 December 1963 Page N 2
1466
1467 WINNETKA BANK TO CONSTRUCT NEW FACILITY
1468 Architect's conception of future Winnetka Trust and Savings bank building shows planning for more than
1469 twice bank's present capacity. H. K. Humphrey, board chairman, said bank is expanding due to
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1470 increased business and automation . The build ing was designed in Will iamsburg motif by Mayo & Mayo,
1471 Architects. Cost of construction will be between $600,000 and $700,000.
1472
1473
1474 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 17 February 1964 Page C-10
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1476 MAYO
1477 Ada Mary Mao, age 9S former SO year resident of Evanston, Feb. 1S, 19S4, wife of the late Ernest A.
1478 Mayo, architect; mother of Peter Mayo; grandmother of Peter, John and David Mayo; five great-
1479 grandchildren . Friends may call at Hebblethwaite Chapel, 1S67 Maple avenue, Evanston, after 7 p.m.
1480 Sunday. Service 4 p.m. Monday at St. Mark's Episcopal church, Ridge avenue and Grove street,
1481 Evanston .
1482
1483
1484
148S
1486 EVANSTON REVIEW 20 February 1964 Page 87
1487 Obituary
1488 MRS. ADA MARY MAYO, 9S, a former Evanstonian, died Saturday [16 February 1964] in St. Ann' s Home
1489 in Techny, where she has lived for 17 years . She was the wife of the late Ernest A. Mayo, who
1490 established the architectural firm of Mayo and Mayo in Chicago 70 years ago. The business is now
1491 headed by a son, Peter Mayo of Northfield .
1492
1493 Mrs. Mayo was a native of Northampton, England . She came to Evanston as a bride in 1891 [sic.] and
1494 was a resident for more than SO years. For 42 of those years she and her husband lived at 910 Dempster
149S street. Mrs. Mayo was a member of the Woman's Club of Evanston and of the Daughters of the British
1496 Empire . She and her husband were members of the old Evanston Country Club. Mr. Mayo was the
1497 architect t for the club building which is now the city hall.
1498
1499 Surviving besides her son, are three grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. The Rev. Robert
1SOO Pfeiffer of St. Mark's Episcopal church officiated at services Monday afternoon at the church. Interment
1S01 was private .
1S02
1S03
1S04 CHIAGO TRIBUNE 9 August 1964 Page N S
1SOS
1S06 OFFICIALS TOP NEW WINNETKA BANK
1S07
1S08 Signing beam for bank topping ceremony for Winnetka Trust and Savings bank, Green Bay road and Elm
1S09 street, Winnetka, are Lloyd Hollister, Wilmette publisher; R. K. Humphrey, bank vice president; Lee
1S10 Ellis, Winnetka village manager; Charles A. Strahorn, bank president; Peter Mayo, architect for the new
1S11 bu ilding; and H. Kay Humphrey, chairman of the bank.
1S12
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1513 The Winnetka Trust and Savings bank recently moved into new quarters at the corner of Green Bay road
1514 and Elm street in Winnetka . The bu ilding was designed by Peter Mayo. In honor of a new building, a
1515 pine bough is usually placed on top . However, as this building was a bank, officials thought it more
1516 appropriate to top it off with a money tree . A contest was run to give the money tree to some lucky
1517 person, who was to guess how much money was on the tree . Pennies to five dollar bills were "growing
1518 on the tree, won by A. J. Prasse, 839 Ash st., Winnetka.
1519 WINNETKA TALK 30 December 1976 Page 59
1520
1521 PETER B. MAYO
1522
1523 A former Northfield village trustee, Peter B. Mayo, died Dec. 13 at the age of 81 in Laguna Hills, Cal. A
1524 resident of Northfield for more than 30 years, Mr. Mayo was a partner in Mayo and Mayo Architects of
1525 Chicago from 1920 to 1964. An honorary member of the American Institute of Architects, he designed a
1526 number of buildings.
1527
1528 Mr. Mayo, an honorary member of the American Association of Editorial Cartoonists, assembled a
1529 collection of original cartoons, which he donated to the State Historical Society in Columbia, Missouri.
1530
1531 Mr. Mayo was the son of Ada Mary and Ernest Alfred Mayo of Evanston, husband of Margaret Collins,
1532 father of Peter, John T. and David P. and grandfather of eight.
1533
1534
1535 CHICAGO TRIBUNE 29 April1978 Page N A-20
1536 Two Mansions on view
1537 DESIGN HOUSES OFFER PEEK AT LEADING INTERIOR WORK
1538
1539 Not many people can resist a peek inside an imposing house, especially if each room has been decorated
1540 by a leading Chicago-area designer. The Women' s Boards of the Park Ridge School for Girls will have its
1541 1978 Designers' Showhouse on display from Sunday through May 21 at 144 Woodstock in Kenilworth .
1542 The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) and the Women' s American Organization for
1543 rehabilitation through Training (ORT) will have its International Design House open for view from May
1544 21 to June 11 at 105 S. Deere Park Rd . in Highland Park. The Park Ridge entry, which is for sale, was built
1545 in 1929 by Mayo and Mayo. It is an elegant English Tudor-style residence with 14 rooms, two curved
1546 staircases, a large entrance hall, and a balcony hallway from which visitors can see five decorated
1547 bedrooms. A total of 19 interior designers have donated their time and talents to create the
1548 showhouse ... .
1549
1550
1551 EVANSTON : A Pictorial History by Barbara J. Buchbinder-Green
1552 G. Bradley Publishing, Inc., St. Louis, Missouri 1989
1553 ISBN: 0 943 963 087
1554
1555 [37]
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1556 Built in 1868 for the Rev. Edward Thomson (1810-1870), a Methodist bishop, the house at the southeast
1557 corner of forest Avenue and Greenwood Street became the home of Andrew Shuman (1830-1890) and
1558 his wife Lucy Dunlap Shuman (1832 -1909) in 1872. Shuman, the editor of The Chicago Evening Journal
1559 from 1861 to 1888, was elected lieutenant governor of Illinois in 1876 and ran for the Senate in 1882.
1560 The author of a romance novel, Loves of a Lawyer, Shuman lived here until his death in 1890. His widow
1561 sold the house a month later to William H. and Mary W. Bartlett, who commissioned Joseph Lyman
1562 Silsbee to design their new home. The Shuman house was moved to property that William H. Bartlett
1563 had just subdivided at 1118 Judson Avenue : it later was extensively remodeled for Paul V. and Annie
1564 Troup by Ernest A. Mayo.
1565
1566 [68]
1567
1568 As the lakefront developed, more people chose to build their homes there. Lawyer Curtis H. Remy
1569 (1852 -1911) and his wife Frances Wheeler Remy moved to Evanston in 1876; they bought the property
1570 at 1622 Forest Place in 1880 and two years later commissioned an architect named "Jeffry" (probably
1571 Henry S. Jaffray) to design their house and stable. Completed in 1883, the frame house had a wide
1572 veranda that swept from the carriage porch to the dining room entrance on the south side and a finely
1573 appointed interior with tiles, parquet floors, and frescoed walls and ceilings in the reception hall. Remy,
1574 who served as president of the village board of trustees 1884-1885, was one of the founders of the
1575 Evanston Club and an avid horseman. The house was totally remodeled in 1910 by Ernest A. Mayo for
1576 Paul and Virginia Tietjens. From 1951 to 1957 it was the home of noted restaurateur Vera Megowen
1577 (1895-1987) and her husband John L. Markham.
1578
1579 [70)
1580
1581 Lemuel D. Norton (1827-1906), founder of the milling company of Norton & Brothers in Chicago and
1582 Lockport, and his wife Mary Goss Norton moved to Evanston in 1880 and bought the former home and
1583 property of John Evans in, 1882. The Evans house was moved to 1317 Chicago Avenue and Norton
1584 commissioned the Chicago architect Edward Baumann (1828-1889) to design this imposing Queen Anne
1585 house at 1806, Sheridan Road . Built of brick and trimmed in limestone and slate, the twenty-room
1586 house was completed in 1883 and described as "perhaps the finest residence yet built even in a suburb
1587 somewhat noted as Evanston is for its fine residences." However, in 1916 the house was remodeled
1588 inside and out by Ernest A. Mayo for Rufus Cutler Dawes (1867-1940) who had bought the house in
1589 December 1905. The brother of Charles Gates Dawes, Rufus Dawes was a utilities magnate and became
1590 president of the Century of Progress Exposition in 1927. The house, which has been owned by the
1591 university since 1943, now serves as the John Evans Alumni Center.
1592
1593 [99] [THE EVANSTON COUNTRY CLUB]
1594
1595 ... Shortly after 6:00a .m., on December 16, 1922, fire engulfed the building and it was totally destroyed.
1596 Even though the loss was set at $100,000 and the property insured for only $46,000, the members
1597 immediately set about planning a new building. In March 1923 they announced plans for a new
1598 clubhouse designed by Mayo & Mayo. It was opened with fanfare on New Year's Eve .
1599
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1600 Financial difficulties surfaced in the late 1930s: the club had a debt of $107,500 and faced foreclosure.
1601 The vote on December 7, 1941, either to liquidate the club or make a financial attempt to raise the
1602 money, was interrupted by the attack on Pearl Harbor. When they met again two weeks later, they
1603 accepted the city's offer of $85,000 to buy the building for use as the City Hall.
1604
1605 [115] The twenty-four room house of Milton Hollyday Wilson {1843-1929) once commanded a more
1606 than two-acre site stretching from Forest Avenue to Judson Avenue along Greenleaf Street. As originally
1607 designed by Beers Clay & Dutton in 1896-97, the $65,000 house at 1100 Forest Avenue had a wide porch
1608 on the east fa~ade that terminated in a porte cochere and octagonal gate tower. Built of dressed
1609 limestone, it featured parapeted gables with double-hung windows in a Palladian motif. The property,
1610 which was landscaped by Ossian Cole Simonds (1855-1931), was surrounded by a stone fence with
1611 ironwork that was a part of the German exhibit at the World's Columbian Exhibition. The president of
1612 Wilson Brothers, a wholesale men's furnishings company, Wilson was a trustee and one of the major
1613 benefactors of Northwestern University. After his death, $8 million of his $10 million estate went to the
1614 university and in 1932 the south end of the Evanston campus was named in his honor. The house, which
1615 became the property of the university, was remodeled in 1930 by Mayo & Mayo, who changed the
1616 gables, added and changed dormers into crenelated battlements, added Tudor label moldings over the
1617 casement windows that replaced the original double-hung windows, and removed the front porch,
1618 porte cochere, and gate tower. From 1972 until1986 the mansion housed the Cove School. It was then
1619 sold to a developer who subdivided the estate, changed both the house and coach house into two-family
1620 dwellings and built five new houses on the once spacious grounds.
1621
1622 [122] Erenst Alfred Mayo {1868-1946}, Evanston's fashionable architect after the turn of the century,
1623 designed the house at 1218 Sheridan Road for Esther Bayless and Frederick Earle French. The $12,000
1624 brick house with stucco and half-timbering, a typical Tudor Revival design from the office of English-born
1625 Mayo, was built in 1901-2. French {1863-1931}, the son of Maria and Orvis French, was a credit
1626 manager for John V. Farwell & Company; he wrote a series of articles that were published by the
1627 Evanston News-Index in 1929 as the pamphlet, "Old Evanston and Fifty Years After'' . In 1906 the
1628 Frenches sold the house to Anna and William Gardner. Gardner {1859-1916}, who at the time was vice-
1629 president of operations and maintenance of the Chicago & North Western Railway, became president in
1630 1910 not only of the railroad, but also of many of its auxiliary rail, bridge, and coal companies.
1631
1632 [132]
1633
1634 One of Ernest Alfred Mayo's most imposing English manor houses was built at 1120 Forest Avenue for
1635 Ernest and Catherine Howard Reckitt in 1909. Mayo {1868-1946}, was was born in England, came here
1636 in 1893 after serving his architectural apprenticeship with H. M . Townsend and practicing in South Africa
1637 for a year. He compiled an impressive body of residential works in Evanston and also remodeled a large
1638 number of houses in town .
1639
1640 Reckitt (1866-1955}, who was also born in England, was a certified public accountant. President of the
1641 Keystone Feldspar & Chemical Company, he helped established the School of Commerce at
1642 Northwestern University in 1908. The Recktits sold the house in 1920 to Una Jackson and Henry Haven
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1643 Windsor. A writer and editor, Windsor (1859-1924) not only founded the Street Railway Review in 1892,
1644 but he also founded in 1901 one of the most acclaimed magazines of the century, Popular Mechanics.
1645
1646 [138]
1647
1648 Founded in 1889 by Elizabeth Boynton Harbert (1845-1925), the Woman's Club of Evanston was a
1649 moving force in the life of Evanston . Its goals were "to secure better homes, wiser motherhood, truer
1650 citizensh ip, better laws and a nobler Womanhood by promoting physical, social, mental, moral and
1651 spi ritual development of its members." Over the years the club had met at Harbert's home, Odd Fellow
1652 Hall, the Evanston Boat Club, the Evanston Country Club, the YMCA, and St. Mark' s Parish House, but
1653 finally acquired the lot on the northwest corner of Chicago Avenue and Church Street in 1910. They
1654 began a fund-raising campaign to build the clubhouse designed by Ernest A. Mayo in 1912. James A.
1655 Patten donated one-third of the $50,000 cost of the building, which was dedicated at an opening
1656 reception on Mach 11, 1913.
1657
1658 [182]
1659
1660 On November 3, 1942, the citizens of Evanston voted 15,623 to 6,385 in favor of the bond issue to
1661 purchase the Evanston Country Club property for the city's new Municipal Building. The city acquired
1662 not only the building and grounds at the northwest corner of Lake Street and Oak Avenue, but also the
1663 lot on the southwest corner where the club had tennis courts . The Advisory Committee on New Public
1664 Buildings found the former clubhouse eminently suitable for the needs of the city.
1665
1666 Built in 1923 to replace the first Country Club building that had been destroyed by fire on December 16,
1667 1922, the second clubhouse was designed by Mayo & Mayo. Remodeled and adapted for the city's
1668 offices by George B. Eich (1875-1963) and Earl Howell Reed, Jr. (1884-1968), the building required few
1669 changes. The second floor balcony and the porch roof over the colonnade on the Lake Street side were
1670 removed . The city offices moved into their new quarters on Saturday, September 14, 1946, and the
1671 dedication ceremony was held on January 6, 1947. When the city offices moved to the former
1672 Marywood School in 1979, the Municipal Building was razed for a condominium built by developers
1673 Raymond & Raymond .
1674
1675 CHICAGO HISTORIC RESOURCES SURVEY
1676 An Inventory of Architecturally and Historically Significant Structures
1677 Prepared by the Commission on Chicago Landmarks and the Chicago Department of Planning and
1678 Development
1679 1996
1680 [39] 320 W. Oakdale av. 1922 Earnest A. Mayo SFR
1681
1682 [291] Grand Boulevard (community)
1683 [293] 4321 S. M L King Jr Dr 1900s SFR
1684 [295] 4324 S. Vincennes Av 1890s SFR
1685 4326 S. Vincennes Av 1890s SFR
1686
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1692 FELIX LOWY HOUSE
1693 Winnetka (1925)
1694
1695 Ernest Mayo, was among the North Shore' s most successful residential architects. Like Jarvis Hunt,
1696 Mayo came to Chicago to work on the 1893 World' s Columbian exposition and chose to remain . A
1697 resident of Evanston, where he built 38 hoses, Mayo focused his practice on large residences for
1698 wealthy businessmen and professionals such as Fel ix Lowy. Lowy was born in Baltimore in 1888, but
1699 grew up in Chicago . He went to work for the Colgate-Palolive-Peet Company in 1908, and in 1924 was
1700 made vice president. Lowy' s promotion may have prompted him to commission Ernest Mayo and his
1701 son Peter to design a new house on Sheridan Road in Winnetka, just across from the lake.
1702
1703 Ernest Mayo, who was born and grew up in England, seems to have had a natural affinity for the ever-
1704 popular " Banker' s Tudor" style . The Lowy house is remarkably similar to the Tudor-style house Mayo
1705 built for Ernest Reckitt on Forest Avenue in Evanston (1909} . It is possible that Lowy admired [211] this
1706 house and asked Mayo for one like it. In Mayo and Mayo's handsomely bound self-published office
1707 brochure, Peter Mayo wrote of the Lowy commission that "the house is Tudor in style with impressions
1708 of Haddon Hall at Derbyshire, the one-time home of Queen Elizabeth."
1709
1710 The Sheridan Road fa~ade features a pair of two-story high bay windows flanking the front doorway and
1711 bringing light into the entry hall. The symmetry of the fa~ade is maintained throughout, down to the
1712 pairing of the garage and south-facing sun porch at opposite ends of the house. The circular drive that
1713 passes by a sunken garden continues to the north so that the garage can be entered from the back
1714 allowing the garage to have windows that match those of the sun porch . These garage windows had
1715 curtains sandwiched between double operable windows to protect them from dirt. While the property
1716 extended only 300 feet along Sheridan Road, it was deep enough to permit the development of formal
1717 gardens with pools, a rose garden, an arbor, a bird sanctuary, and a large greenhouse where flowers
1718 were grown year round.
1719
1720 From the entry vestibule, the cross-axis of the house is terminated by a large fireplace with a balcony
1721 above it running north-south along the back wall of the entry hall and connecting the main stair to the
1722 second-floor bedrooms. The spatial development of this "great hall", with its Elizabethan details and
1723 decorative stucco ceiling, is visually extended from the stair landing up four steps to a study, which
1724 enjoys an axial vista through much of the house. On the south wall of the great hall, centered over the
1725 arched entryway to the living room with its decorative iron gate, is an interior wood oriel window
1726 providing views out over the great hall from the master bedroom .
1727
1728 The planning of the Lowry house in part explains the popularity Mayo and Mayo enjoyed. The spatial
1729 sequences and vistas through the house, out to the garden along the north-south axis, and through the
1730 sun porch are skillfully conceived . In a nearly ideal arrangement, the living and dining room are entered
1731 directly from the great hall. Functionally, the strategy of balancing the mass of the living room against
1732 the stairs, service entry, kitchen, pantry, and servants' areas allows for the remarkably contemporary
1733 arrangement with respect to the garaging of motorcars, suggesting that it may have been the owners,
1734 not a chauffeur, who drove them. Although Lowry, as a modern businessman, may have driven his own
1735 automobiles, the house is nonetheless also perfectly planned with respect to spaces for the staff of
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1731 directly from the great hall. Functionally, the strategy of balancing the mass of the living room against
1732 the stairs, service entry, kitchen, pantry, and servants' areas allows for the remarkably contemporary
1733 arrangement with respect to the garaging of motorcars, suggesting that it may have been the owners,
1734 not a chauffeur, who drove them. Although Lowry, as a modern businessman, may have driven his own
1735 automobiles, the house is nonetheless also perfectly planned with respect to spaces for the staff of
1736 servants. The back stair, three maids' rooms, and servants' hall are arranged so that all of the
1737 bedrooms, the kitchen, and the dining room may be reached without going through rooms or hallways
1738 reserved for family use.
1739
1740 The Lowy house still stands on Sheridan Road in Winnetka, although the land to the south, which 4._ ~
1741 originally belonged to the Lowry property, was sold and subsequently redeveloped .
1742
1743 [303]
1744 1928 Evanston residence of lingerie manufacturer Harold N. Selling
1745 Mayo and Mayo, architects
17 46 Private residence
1747
1748 1928 (remodeling) Evanston residence of grain broker Robert W. McKinnon
1749 Mayo and Mayo, architects; remodeling of c. 1870 Luther Greenleaf house.
1750 Private residence .
1751
1752 [316]
1753
1754 ERNEST ALFRED MAYO (1868-1946)
1755 PETER B. MAYO (1895-1976)
1756
1757 Ernest Mayo was born and educated in Birmingham, England, where he worked in the office of architect
1758 H. M. Townsend . He opened his own practice in South Africa, and became a member of the Royal
1759 Institute of British Architects. From South Africa he came to Chicago and worked as an architectural
1760 advisor for the construction division of the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition . Mayo subsequently
1761 opened an office in Chicago and bu ilt a thriving practice designing large houses. An Evanston resident,
1762 Mayo built 38 houses in that suburb alone. Peter B. Mayo graduated from Yale University in 1917, and
1763 the following year attended the Ecole d' Artillerie at Fontainbleau, France. He joined his father's
1764 architectural practice in 1918, and was later made a partner. Mayo and Mayo operated a highly
1765 successful firm designing many distinguished Tudor Revival French Renaissance, and Arts and Crafts
1766 houses for wealthy North Shore professionals and businessmen.
1767
1768
1769 AlA GUIDE TO CHICAGO
1770 Edited by Alice Sinkevitch
1771 2"d Edition
1772
1773 [217]Philip T. Starck House
1774 330 W. Wellington Avenue.
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1775 1925, Mayo & Mayo
1776 [218] These houses are as substantial and bourgeois as their owners, bastions of the business
1777 community. Individual but not eccentric, they exude fine craftsmanship while blending nicely in the
1778 streetscape. Starck's French neo-Classical house is the most elegant... .
1779 [220]
1780 Alfons Bacon House
1781 580 W. Hawthrone Pl.
1782 1937, Mayo & Mayo
1783 This house presents an elegant Art Deco interpretation f the Georgian Style .
1784
1785 HIGHLAND PARK: Settlement to the 1920s
1786 By Julia Johnas
1787 Arcada Publications 2007
1788 Images of America series
1789 Page 73
1790
1791 .... Trinity Church ... replaced by this English Gothic structure designed by Architect Ernest A. Mayo. The
1792 cost ofthe building and furnishings was $15,905.22. It was completed in time for Easter Sunday services
1793 on April7, 1901.
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nother new bank opens in Winnetka - Winnetka Talk (IL) - February 17, 2000 - page 005
February 17, 2000 | Winnetka Talk (IL) | DAN CISEK; STAFF WRITER | Page 005
On Monday The Private Bank and Trust Co. moved into the former Johnson Bank Illinois location at 1000
Green Bay Road.
Private Bank is joining a crowded and diverse banking scene in Winnetka. Some banks offer a broad range of
services, while others are more specialized.
For example, Private Bank's parent company PrivateBancorp was formed in 1991 in Chicago to focus on
private banking for well-off clients.
Private banking is based on close relationships and personal service, according to Ralph Mandell, chairman
CEO of PrivateBancorp.
It also means continuity in staff and highly experienced managing directors, to give clients the best possible
service.
As for the term "private banking," Mandell said it doesn't turn off potential clients.
"The name has been a tremendous asset to us," he said. "Our name says what we do."
Private Bank's already has a presence on the North Shore with its location in Wilmette. The new new branch
lies on the border between Winnetka and Glencoe and will serve both villages, Mandell said.
In addition to the new Private Bank, bank customers in Winnetka have plenty of options.
For example, North Shore Community Bank and Trust has appealed to a very different type of customer since
its founding in 1993, according to President Randy Hibben. It opened a Winnetka branch at 795 Oak St. in
1996.
"We felt there was a hew and cry for the level of service of community banking," Hibben said.
Community Bank is geared toward everyday customers, not just those with a high net worth. Hibben said the
key was community-oriented service.
"We don't try to make our money on nuisance charges and fees," he said. "And we go to great lengths to
encourage kids to open accounts with our junior savers account."
Hibben said that Community Bank offers the same advanced technology as other banks, such as Internet
banking and sophisticated cash management.
The Community Bank had hoped to construct a new Winnetka building with drive-through lanes at 576
Lincoln Ave., but the village turned down its request for a special use permit in May 1999. Hibben said plans
for the site are still unsettled, but that the bank is committed to having a presence in downtown Winnetka.
The Winnetka branch of Northern Trust Bank at 62 Green Bay Road opened in 1985. As its name suggests,
the bank has specialized in trusts since its founding over a hundred years ago in 1889. Sue Rageas, senior vice
president of public relations for Northern, said trusts allowed people to protect their estates from everything
from taxes to "crazy relatives."
Winnetka Managing Director Linda Stephans said Northern focuses on private banking, investment advice,
and trusts, with a high degree of personal service. She said the market has developed significantly since she
came to Winnetka in 1992.
"We've seen a phenomenal growth on the trust side," she said.
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Institutions like Bank One and Harris Bank offer a variety of services at their Winnetka branches. Bank One at
791 Elm St. provides retail services such as savings and checking, and has a separate division for private
banking.
Lynda Anderson, Bank One's regional managing director for private banking and investments, said the
market had become a lot more sophisticated in the ten years she has been in Winnetka.
She said people were more interested in investments such as mutual funds and other investments today,
rather than basic savings accounts.
She also said Internet banking was becoming more popular, as customers sought control over their services.
"I think we offer something for everyone," she said.
Across the street, Harris Bank has been in Winnetka at 520 Green Bay Road since 1986. Harris offers private
banking and investment planning, but also has community-oriented services, according to Jack Macholl, vice
president and regional marketing manager.
"We're still a community banking type of organization, but our services pertain to every area in life," he said.
Harris Bank also has a strong presence in Internet banking, Macholl said.
Other banks in Winnetka include Citibank, at 814 Elm St.; Guaranty Bank, at 874 Green Bay Road; and the
recently opened First Bank and Trust of Winnetka, at 100 Green Bay Road.
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Historic Mayo & Mayo designed
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Built by prominent Chicago area architects Mayo & Mayo in 1911, this massive
Evanston mansion is back with a new, lower price. The English Revival style
structure features tons of old school touches like wood paneling, limestone fireplaces,
and original plaster moldings. The sprawling, 10,000-square-foot home also sports a
spacious tiled sunroof, dedicated billiards room, and a three-car coach house garage.
The mansion was originally constructed for Anson Mark of Chicago area steel pipe
supplier Mark Manufacturing. While some of the home’s flower print decor and dated
kitchen appliances could arguably benefit from a less-frumpy makeover, the basic
“bones” are still reflective of its notable architectural pedigree.
Situated on a half-acre corner lot along Evanston’s Michigan Avenue, the property is
a short walk to Lee Street Beach and nearby Lincoln Elementary School—one of
literally hundreds of Illinois public schools by that name. Originally listed for $3.3
million back in January of 2016, the stately manor can now be had for $2.6 million.
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NEW NAPERVILLE LIBRARY LIVES UP TO BILLING
By Stevenson Swanson
Chicago Tribune
May 27, 1987 at 12:00 am
When employees of Naperville`s Nichols Library begin work on Sunday mornings, they have
tangible proof that the year-old library is a success with the public. There usually are 30 to 50
people waiting for the doors to open.
Those early-rising readers along with thousands of others are responsible for a 40 percent
increase in the number of books and other materials checked out over the last year and for a
very favorable response from the library`s users.
In the fiscal year ending April 30, the library had a circulation of 674,040 items, primarily
books and audio-visual records and tapes. The previous year`s circulation was 483,176 items.
The news is the latest in a year-long series of accolades since the spacious, airy two-story
library opened in April, 1986. Wendt, Cedarholm, Tippens Inc., the architects for the building,
won an award for their work from a professional organization, as did the Hitchcock Design
Group, the library`s landscape architects.
But perhaps the most important award has come from the library`s users, library director Roger
Pearson said. An independent survey of patrons earlier this year found that 92 percent of those
questioned were either satisfied or very satisfied with the new building, its collections and its
services, such as rentable typewriters and personal computers.
''We`re extremely pleased, and I don`t think we could have imagined it being better received,''
Pearson said. ''I don`t know if we could have handled it.''
The city`s public library is named for James Nichols, a North Central College professor who
gave $10,000 in 1895 for the establishment of a city library. The new building, which faces the
Riverwalk across Webster Street from City Hall, is the replacement for the charming but
overcrowded library on Washington Street, which is now the city`s arts center.
The old Nichols Library was so inadequate for the booming suburb that thousands of books
had to be put in storage. Since moving to the larger building, the staff has taken 13,692 books
out of storage and put them on shelves, Pearson said. But 1,434 of the library`s total of 146,651
books still remain in the closet.
''Because of overcrowding at the old building, our book collection has not kept up with
growth,'' Pearson said. ''The first thing we did was get books out of storage and the second
thing was to beef up ordering. We`re trying to get our materials collection up to speed for a
community this size.''
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In the last year, the library has increased the cataloguing of new materials by 60 percent,
Pearson said, and they aren`t all books. Recently, a cart in the cataloguing room contained
phonograph records, compact discs, computer software, video cassettes and no books.
''We have a very sophisticated user group,'' Pearson said, referring to the educated Naperville
newcomers who work for the high-tech businesses along the East-West Tollway. ''People
expect a lot because they`re moving in from places that had these things.''
One of the most unusual features of the new building is a short-range broadcasting system in
the children`s library, which allows youngsters to roam around the room while listening to
records on earphones. The new Nichols also has a drive-through book return to save borrowers
time.
Another high-tech innovation in the works is a computerized card catalogue.
Although the new library has a 133-space parking lot, on busy weekends parking can be almost
as much of a problem as it was at the old building, which had no lot. One way to alleviate the
parking shortage is to open branch libraries or to begin bookmobile service, Pearson said.
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The Winnetka Bank
Gazette Article by Jane Lord, Spring 1998
The Village of Winnetka had no bank when M. K. Meyer acquired a safe for his general store in
the late 1800s. After learning about the new safe, so many of Winnetka’s 1,000 residents
prevailed upon Meyer to keep their important papers that he decided to establish a bank in a
corner of the store.
Thus, with little fanfare, in 1894 the Bank of M. K. Meyer was born. Today the bank, now a
branch of The First National Bank of Chicago, stands on the original site—the northwest corner
of Green Bay Road and Elm Street. Three generations of the founder’s family headed the bank
for its first 95 years; until it was sold in 1989, it was the village’s oldest, continuously run family
business. Meyer’s grandson, Robert K. Humphrey, described local banking a century ago:
“When the Bank of M. K. Meyer opened, it was the only bank on the North Shore between
Evanston and Waukegan. Because that time was a cash society, banking was different than
today, and personal checking accounts were rare.” The bank has undergone many changes
throughout its 104-year history.
When Meyer’s banking business outgrew space in the general store, it moved to an adjoining
building on Elm Street. The bank’s first telephone was installed in 1900 with “2” as its number.
(Number “1” belonged to A. J. Vollman’s Meat Market.)
Fire destroyed both the store and bank on a December night in 1912. Hurrying to the scene,
Meyer persuaded firemen to direct their hoses on the bank vault and successfully saved its
contents. Afterwards, Meyer decided to concentrate mainly on banking, and a year later a new
Bedford limestone bank building rose where the store had been. A 23-foot high ceiling
distinguished the first floor. Meyer, who headed the bank for 43 years, was stationed at his desk
on the first floor so that he could keep in touch with customers. After Meyer’s death in 1937, his
son-in-law, Herbert K. Humphrey, a professor of electrical engineering at Rice University,
returned to Winnetka to take over the business. He headed the bank for 30 years. His son, Robert
K. Humphrey, continued the family tradition. He joined the bank in 1948 and became chairman
in 1967.
In the 1960s the bank again needed to expand. The Humphreys used adjacent, family-owned
property on Elm Street to provide additional space for a new building. The west side was
constructed first, enabling bank operations to continue without interruption. The new building
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was completed in 1964. The bank’s name also went through changes. When a 1917 Illinois law
required banks to incorporate, the Bank of M. K. Meyer became the Winnetka Trust and Savings
Bank. In 1970 it was renamed The Winnetka Bank and assumed as its motto, “The Bank that
Built Winnetka.” In 1989 the bank was sold to First Chicago Corporation, becoming First
Chicago Bank of Winnetka. With a change in state banking laws, Winnetka’s oldest bank
became one of First Chicago’s largest suburban branches in 1992.
The growth of the bank mirrors the growth of Winnetka. Humphrey family records show that at
the end of its first year, 1895, deposits in the Bank of M. K. Meyer totaled $9,907.66. Today
Winnetka’s First Chicago branch has deposits of more than $140 million.
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Elmhurst Public Library
125 S. Prospect Ave. • Elmhurst, IL 60126-3298
phone (630) 279-8696 • fax (630) 516-1364
PUBLIC LIBRARY www.elmhurstpubliclibrary.org
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reference@elmhurst.org
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information is available about where the information came from. 2010
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-• In practice", however, there is overlapping of respon-
By Paul Gapp sibility and a free-wheeling sense of informality around
Architecture critic the office which is common to small firms.
BIG LEAGUE, "DOWNTOWN" architectural firms It is the kind of working environment which seems
tend to get an inordinate share of public attention, highly appropriate for the flow of architectural ideas.
largely because they design most of our tallest or Contrast it, if you will, with the big downtown shops,
otherwise spectacular buildings. _ where one man may spend a whole year designing and
But there are dozens of smaller firms, including redesigning a rubbish disposal system for a towering
many in the suburbs, which collectively carry major megastructure. That kind of labor, as many an archi-
responsibility for creating our built environment. tect will tell you, is a pathway to madness and about
o
as creative as playing with mud.
Like the large offices, they are run by a mixed bag
of highly talented, mediocre, and nondescript design- "We bounce ideas off each other," said Tippens,
ers and engineers. "and we're free of the endless, administrative paper
Because their work affects all of us, it seemed salu- shuffling we'd have to do if we were big."
tary to close in on one of the better fand, in some Unlike New York, Chicago Is not bubbling with ar-
ways, typical] of them for a microcosmic look at how chitectural ferment and dialogue of the sort which
they function. might leave a suburban designer feeling out of things.
And so, after a bit of shopping around, we descended Still, the three partners manage to attend seminars
on a Northfield firm whose partners are Forrest D. and other events to keep their professional edges well-
Wendt, Charles T. Cedarholm, and William C. Tippens. honed. Tippens enjoys giving slide-illustrated lectures
A series of interesting coincidences brought them to- on Chicago's architectural masterworks.
gether. "Perhaps the most important quality we have to" sell
All are in their middle 40s and received degrees to potential clients is the thing they're most concerned
from the University of Illinois, where none knew either about, and that's personal attention," said Wendt.
of the others even though their years of study over- "The client knows with whom he's working because
lappsd. All later worked for Charles Stade & Associates, one of us is continuously in charge of a project from
another firm of modest size in Park Ridge. Each left start to finish. It's not like a big shop, where some-
Stade at a different time to open tiny one- or two-man body new may show up at every meeting. That can be
offices of their own. disconcerting."
Eventually, all three were forced to face the same It is usually neither cheaper nor more expensive to
dismal fact: Trying to be a lone wolf architect is one of retain a small architectural firm. Fees everywhere are
the most difficult enterprises imaginable. While work- based on a percentage of total construction cost and*
ing on one job, you have no free time to hustle up new also vary by building types; the highest percentage
business. If you're sick for a couple of weeks, it's a fees usually apply to single family houses.
disaster. '
Faced with those obstacles and others, the disen- Architects, like doctors and lawyers, are not permit-
chanted trio of- loners rediscovered each other in 1967 ted to advertise [although they can promote them-
and formed the firm of Wendt, Cedarholm, Tippens, selves in quieter ways]. Wendt, Cedarholm, and Tip-
pens thus spent a lot of time sitting around and nerv-
Inc., which today employs four persons in addition to ously cracking their knuckles until the first job camq
the partners. along. It was a church addition.
"We decided right at the start to spell out areas of
authority to avoid conflicts," said Cedarholm. "So Bill also The chairman of the church's building committee
happened to be board chairman of a suburban
is office manager and supervisor of construction, For- park district which shortly afterward needed somebody .
rest is in charge of new business, and I handle de- to design a recreation center. On the strength of their
sign."
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church performance, the architects captured the park Oddly, there are .absolutely no standard speoifica-'
district job and "were on their way. lions for building a racquetball court, except that it be
Since then, their major projects have included 15 exactly the same size as a handball court [for which
libraries, 15 recreation buildings, 10 office buildings, use it is interchangeable]. Theoretically, you can con-
five industrial structures, 10 houses, 3 restaurants, and struct one with anything from mahogany to marble.
a public housing project. "We're sure some kind of specs will eventually be
''We believe we've done more municipal libraries adopted, though," said Tippens. "Many of the better
than anyone else in the suburban metropolitan area," players immediately detect a difference in 'feel' when
said Cedarholm. "But we don't want to overemphasize they play a new court, and others are even fussy about
that as a specialty because it might blunt our reputa- noise variations in certain sections of a court."
tion for versatility." The smacking, twanging, popping noises of racquet-
"And we like to think that our libraries have few ball are considered to be highly marketable in the
common characteristics," said Tippens. "Instead, private clubs springing up everywhere. ? \ v , .„
they're responsive to individual design problems. "In the old-time YMCAs, nobody except the players^
"We've tried to develop lasting designs, rather than knew what went on inside a handball court,^because'v.
anything that's modish or farout. We also try very there was rarely a place provided for people to <$.
hard for warmth in terms of design, materials, and watch," Tippens recalled. v
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the way we handle space." "Today, when we do a racquetball building, we de-
Because all bookshelves in today's small libraries are liberately design it so the noise of play spills out into-
open to the public, the space handling is more than a the lobby and the spectator gallery. When potential
bit tricky. Open floor plans with a maximum of flexi- club members come in for a look around, the excite-
bility are mandatory, bui some areas must carry a ment of all this helps convince them to sign up."
feeling of privacy and snugness.
Audio-visual facilities, book-theft detection 'devices, A couple of years ago/promoters got the idea "of';*
and computer connections between sharing libraries telecasting the national racquetball championship; fi-
are among other advances in library science which nals in Las Vegas. When they couldn't figure out how
must either be built in or anticipated as future addi- to train cameras on the action from a,variety of an-
tions. gles, they came to Wendt, Cedarholm, and Tippens. >., ,,
A library's facades are almost equally important. In "We designed a demountable, four-wall court con-
some of our new dreary, flatland suburbs, the library is structed of rigid, Ts-inch glass," said Tippens," "and •
the only culture symbol in town and deserves to look we were certain it would work.". The telecasting plans .,
as handsome outside as within. > •> fell through for other reasons, however,' and ItheV)
But as- Cedarholm pointed out, the Northfield firm
doesn't spend all of its time exploring the nuances of
* ' how to mix people and books. Indeed, their other ma-
jor speciality has turned out to be recceation buildings, %therein suburbia. They, njay:, not be turning .out any-^
particularly those housing racquetball layouts [both> skyscrapers, but their work-his a^great impact on the
public and for profit]. They've done eight racquetball^ quality of life in the ^mUropolitan iarea:?! Let us^not.,
facilities, and thus probably know as-much as anybody'''" forget that the downtown elite coxpi:0farcbiteets; holds
about how to physically accommodate the burgeoning no monopoly on good design' and buildings thaP'woxk/' 1
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Top honors for a design quartet
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FOUR CHICAGO-AREA architecture firms have won this
year's annual "excellence In masdnry" awards, presented by
the Metropolitan Chicago Masonry Council.
That" may seem to have a .rather commercial ring to it,
but be advised that the council does not fling Its bouquets In
the crass manner of certain other groups that promote build'
ing materials.
A couple of -years ago, the council turned over responsi-
bility for judging to the national office of the American
Institute of Architects. ,
It won cheers for that decision, because it meant'awards.
would1
no longer be dispensed indiscriminately toJarchitects
Just because they happened to use bricks. Only masonry
structures are eligible,.of course, but the sole criterion is
good design. - i £V._
The winners," selected from among 48 entries:: , r (
• The Perkins & Will Group, Inc., which took top honors
in the competition for the Mutual Trust Life" Building in Oak
Brook, an elegant structure in which brick plays an almost
ornamental role despite the crisp simplicity of the basic
design r .-i ..
• Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, for the Percy L. Julian
High School, 10330 S. Elizabeth St., a handsomely detailed
complex built on a difficult site hemmed in by railroad
tracks and the Dan Ryan Expressway; ' *
• The Samuels Group, Inc., of Northbrook, for the conti-
guous Central Savings and Loan and Ace Hardware buildings
at Clark Street and Broadway. In scale and form7 the struc-
tures stand as little bastions of architectural integrity at the
gateway to New Town's commercial vulgarity;
• Barancik, Conte & Associates, for the Wieboldt office
building in Evanston, a five-story structure which was cited
in part for its comppfability with the surrounding neighbor-
hood. u t v* - *- - * ' •*,
Judges of the contest, who assembled in Washington, were .
Chloethiel Woodard Smith, M. Elliott Carroll, and William L.
Ensign. All are fellows of the American Institute of Archi-^
tects.
Mutual Trust Life Building. $ . < * •
Paul Gapp
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CHICAGO TRIBUNE Arts & Fun—March 21^1976
ATTACHMENT D
Village of Winnetka
DEMOLITION APPLICATION
V I L L A G E O F W I N N E T K A, I L L I N O I S
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEMOLITION APPLICATION
Permit No.___ __ _______________
Property Information
791 Elm Street
Site Address: _________________________________________________________________ _____
05-20-208-018-0000
Parcel Identification Number(s) (PIN): ____________________________________________________________
Existing Structure and Surface Parking Lot
Description of all structures to be demolished: _____________________________________________________
Current Property Owner Information Applicant Information
JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.
Legal Name: __________________________________
JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.
Legal Name: _____________________________
_____________________________________________ ________________________________________
Christopher Perdzock, VP
Primary Contact: _______________________________
Christopher Perdzock, VP
Primary Contact: __________________________
10 S Dearborn 25th Floor
Address: ______________________________________ 10 S Dearborn 25th Floor
Address: _________________________________
Chicago, IL 60670
City, State, Zip: ________________________________ Chicago, IL 60670
City, State, Zip: ___________________________
Phone Phone
Email: Email:
Date owner acquired property: ____________________
Employee
Applicant’s relationship to current property owner: ________________________________________________
(As previously noted, if contract purchaser, attach copy of executed purchase agreement)
Demolition Contractor Information (If known, otherwise indicate “not known at this time”)
Not Known at this time
Legal Name: ____________________________________
Address: _______________________________________
City, State, ZIP: __________________________________
Phone No: ______________________________________
Email: __________________________________________
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Village of Winnetka
DEMOLITION APPLICATION
Property Maintenance Requirements
During processing of the demolition permit, the owner and contractor must maintain the property in accordance
with the Village Property Maintenance Code to avoid generation of nuisances. Accordingly, the following minimum
requirements shall be adhered to:
❑ Grass shall be mowed and maintained at a height not to exceed 8 inches.
❑ Garbage, yard waste, miscellaneous rubbish, mail, and debris shall be removed from the property and not
allowed to accumulate.
❑ Building(s) shall be secured (doors and windows in working order, closed and locked).
❑ No demolition or removal of building components may commence until the demolition permit has been
issued. Commencement of demolition prior to issuance of permit will result in a Stop Work Order and
double permit fees for all subsequent permits
❑ Approved tree fencing protections must be installed as directed by Village Forester prior to
commencement of demolition. Lack of tree fencing will result in Stop Work Order and fines.
3B Applicant/Owner Acknowledgments
By execution of this application in the space provided below, the Applicant and Owner(s) do hereby certify,
acknowledge, agree and affirm to the Village of Winnetka that:
1. The Village and its representatives have the right, and are hereby granted permission and license, to enter
upon the property for purposes of conducting any inspections that may be necessary in connection with this
application.
2. I (We) have carefully read this application, the applicable sections of the Winnetka Municipal Code and fully
understand the applicable terms and provisions.
3. I (We) waive any rights to exemption from disclosure under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act of any and
all documents and information submitted in connection with this application.
4. I/We hereby agree to demolish the above structure or portion thereof, in accordance with the information
submitted herewith and in strict compliance with all provisions of the Building Code and other related
ordinances and regulations of the Village of Winnetka, and I/We hereby consent to inspection of the work
during demolition and to the responsibility of maintaining the subject site and adjacent public and private
properties in a good, safe and clean condition, including but not limited to the “Property Maintenance
Requirements” listed in the previous section.
5. I (We), in accordance with the requirements of the Annual Fee Resolution and the Winnetka Village Code agree
to pay all applicable filing fees and be responsible for the payment of all reimbursable expenses associated
with the processing of this application.
05/01/2023
Signature of Applican Date
Print Name & Title:
Signatures of Property Owner(s):
Print Name & Title: Property Address:
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791 Elm Street – Winnetka, IL
Preliminary Demolition Schedule – Subject to change
The below demolition outline is projected as the current demolition schedule for the existing structure and surface parking lot located
at 791 Elm Street – Winnetka, IL.
• Chase relocates and vacates existing structure – February 15, 2024
• Utility Disconnects – March 1, 2024 – April 5, 2024
• Demo Mobilization/Site Protection– April 29, 2024 – May 3, 2024
• Demolition of existing structure and lot to grade – May 6, 2024 – June 1, 2024
150 N. RIVERSIDE PLAZA SUITE 1800 CHICAGO, IL 60606 312.788.1800 RiversideID.com
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MEMORANDUM
VILLAGE OF WINNETKA
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
TO: LANDMARK PRESERVATION COMMISSION
FROM: CHRISTOPHER, MARX, AICP, ASSOCIATE PLANNER
DATE: JUNE 15, 2023
SUBJECT: 1035 SUNSET ROAD - DEMOLITION PERMIT (CASE NO. 23-14-LPC)
INTRODUCTION
Meeting Date June 19, 2023
Commission Action Preliminary historic and architectural review to determine if
a Historical Architectural Impact Study (HAIS) is necessary or
if demolition may proceed without delay.
Property Address 1035 Sunset Road (See Attachment A – Aerial Map)
Property Owner Daniel Tipei
Application Submitted by Daniel Tipei
Mail Notice Sent to Property Owners within Completed
250 feet
Public Comments as of Date of Memo As of the date of this memo, staff has not received any
written comments from the public regarding this application.
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
Size 0.57 acres
Location North side of Sunset Road between Locust and De Windt
Roads
Improvements Single-family home with an attached garage
Zoning R-2 Single-Family Residential
Surrounding Zoning R-2 Single-Family Residential
PROPERTY HISTORY See Attachment B, Preliminary Property History Study
See Attachment C, Winnetka Historical Society (WHS)
Research
Constructed 1952
Additional Construction Activity 1964 - Construct addition to a two-story single family
residence, 1982 - Add bedroom, bath, and stairway to single
family residence, 1988 - Remodel and add to existing
residence, 1993 - Build addition and make alterations to
residence
Illinois Historic Structure Survey Listing No
Winnetka Historical Society (WHS) WHS research indicates that the property does not maintain
historical or architectural significance. See attached report
from the WHS provided in Attachment C for details.
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NEIGHBORHOOD CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY
Other Permits for New Primary Structures on None
Same Block (either side of the right-of-way
block face and/or along the alley)
Director’s 60-Day Delay Due to Construction Delay is not necessary to prevent undue congestion and noise
Activity impacts in the neighborhood.
New Construction or Site Restoration Plans Building permit application submitted for new single-family
Submitted residence.
DEMOLITION AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION
The Commission may order the issuance of a demolition delay of a historic or architecturally
significant structure for up to but not exceeding 270 days from the date the Commission determines
that an applicant is required to submit an HAIS for the structure the applicant wishes to demolish.
Should the LPC request an HAIS for the subject property at the June 19 Commission meeting, and after
reviewing the HAIS at a future meeting the LPC determines the structure is significant and a delay
should be issued, the Commission may at that time issue a demolition delay up to but not exceeding
270 days from June 19, 2023.
COMMISSION REVIEW
The Commission may consider one of the following motions (1) Historical Architectural Impact Study
Required or (2) Building and/or Property is Not Historic or Architecturally Significant.
Historical Architectural Impact Study Required
The Commission finds that based upon (1) the preliminary property history study, (2) the
Winnetka Historical Society comments, and (3) other information, comments, or evidence
received by the LPC during its preliminary review that the building and/or property is of
sufficient historic or architectural merit to warrant conducting a Historical Architectural
Impact Study (HAIS) prior to issuance of the demolition permit. The Commission reached its
conclusion based upon the property meeting the following criteria: [The Commission must note
which of the following criteria is met]
1. The property or structures have sufficient architectural or historical merit to warrant
a full HAIS prior to issuance of a demolition permit;
2. The property or structures have been designated a landmark pursuant to Chapter 15.64
of the Village Code; (Subject Property is not a landmark)
3. The property or structures have been included in the most recent Illinois Historic
Structure Survey conducted under the auspices of the Illinois Department of
Conservation; and (Subject Property is not on the state survey)
4. The property or structures have been listed on the National Register of Historic Places
or the Illinois Register of Historic places. (Subject Property is not on National Register)
Building and/or Property Lacks Historic or Architectural Significance
The Commission has determined that in accordance with Section 15.52.040 of the Village Code
that the building and/or property is not of sufficient historic or architectural merit to warrant a
Historical Architectural Impact Study, and the demolition of the structure may proceed without
delay.
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ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A: GIS Aerial Map
Attachment B: Preliminary Property History Study
Attachment C: Historical Society Research
Attachment D: Application Materials
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ATTACHMENT A
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design. A Registered Land Surveyor should be consulted to determine precise location boundaries on the ground.
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ATTACHMENT B
MEMORANDUM
VILLAGE OF WINNETKA
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
TO: WINNETKA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
FROM: CHRISTOPHER MARX, AICP, ASSOCIATE PLANNER
DATE: MAY 10, 2023
SUBJECT: CASE NO. 23-14: 1035 SUNSET ROAD
INTRODUCTION
On June 19, the Landmark Preservation Commission (LPC) will consider a request to demolish the
residence at 1035 Sunset Road. Please return any available information regarding the architectural and
historical significance of the structure to my attention by the end of the day on Wednesday, June 2, 2023.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at cmarx@winnetka.org or (847) 716-3587.
PRELIMINARY PROPERTY HISTORY STUDY/VILLAGE HALL RECORDS
Building Permits
Date Type Owner Architect
7-18-1952 Construct one-story single-family dwelling Robert J. Hovorka Travelletti & Suter
6-2-1964 Construct addition to a two-story single- Mr. and Mrs. W. Lindsay Suter
family residence William D. Mabie
1-6-1982 Add bedroom, bath, and stairway to single- Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Kazas
family residence James Mabie
2-12-1988 Remodel and add to existing residence Mr. and Mrs. James C. Schnur
Peter Mone
8-3-1993 Build addition and make alterations to Mr. and Mrs. James C. Schnur
residence Peter Mone
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ATTACHMENT C
PROPERTY RESEARCH
COVERSHEET
Address: 1035 Sunset
Construction Details:
Original construction date: 1952
Construction type: Brick
Style: Ranch
OWNERSHIP HISTORY:
OWNER DATES INFORMATION SIGNIFICANCE
NAME OCCUPIED ATTACHED
Robert J. 1952 – at least 1958 directory, building
Hovorka 1958 permit application
William D. By 1960 – 1960 directory, Cook County President of A. G. Bcker & Co.
and Florence 1982 Recorder records, Chicago
Mabie Tribune obituary
James, 1982 – 1986 Cook County Recorder James was a buyer for Marshall
Florence, and records, building permit Fields and vice president of
John Mabie application, Chicago Tribune merchandising at Beeline
obituary Fashions.
Peter and 1986 – 2021 1987 directory, Cook County
Sharon Mone Assessor records, World
Biographical Encyclopedia
entry
ARCHITECTS:
ARCHITECT NAME DATE AND INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION OF ATTACHED
PROJECT
Travelletti & Suter (Rene 1952 – construct one-story Chicago Tribune obituaries
Paul Travelletti and W. single-family dwelling and articles, Winnetka Talk
Lindsay Suter) obituary
W. Lindsay Suter 1964 – construct addition to a Chicago Tribune obituary and
two-story single-family articles
residence
J. H. Kazas 1982 – add bedroom, bath,
and stairway to single-family
residence
James C. Schnur 1988 – remodel and add to Chicago Tribune obituary,
existing residence; 1993 – Bennington Banner obituary,
build addition and make list of Schnur properties in
alterations to residence Winnetka
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RESEARCH SOURCES USED: Winnetka Talk, Cook County Assessor records, Cook County
Recorder records, historic phone books, WHS property files, WHS digital files, Ancestry.com,
Chicago Tribune
Findings:
Our research does not indicate that this property maintains historical or architectural
significance. It is worth noting, however, that the original architects, Travelletti & Suter, were
local architects who designed several recognizable buildings. In Chicago, they designed a
number of commercial buildings, including the New Century Company (feed manufacturing)
building and O’Connell’s restaurant on Rush.1 They also designed the “Popular House” at the
Chicago Fair of 1950. In Winnetka, Travelletti & Suter designed a remodel and addition to
Christ Church in the 1950s, and notably, designed Harkness Hall at the Winnetka Community
House.
Date of Research: 5/19/2023
Submitted by:
Meagan McChesney, PhD
Curator, Winnetka Historical Society
Mary Trieschmann, MS Ed
Executive Director, Winnetka Historical Society
1
See an image of O’Connell’s here: https://images.chicagohistory.org/asset/9278/
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CHURCH SCHOOL FUND CAMPAIGN TO OPEN TODAY: WINNETKA CONGREGATION
Chicago Daily Tribune (1923-1963) May 10, 1953; ProQuest Historical Newspapers Chicago Tribune
pg. N8
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COMPACT HOME FOR LOT IN CITY GIVES PRIVACY: HOUSE IS T-SHAPED AND INCLUDES 3 WINGS
Douglas, Anne
Chicago Daily Tribune (1923-1963); Aug 27, 1950; ProQuest Historical Newspapers: Chicago Tribune
pg. W_AB
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1958 directory
1960
1987 directory
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Winnetka Talk, July 16, 1953
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HERE'S A POINT IN YOUR SEARCH FOR IDEAL HOME: INTEREST AND BEAUTY IN BAN
BARGELT, LOUISE
Chicago Daily Tribune (1923-1963); May 8, 1949; ProQuest Historical Newspapers: Chicago Tribune
pg. NB
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James Caughren Schnur properties in Winnetka (last updated in 2012)
Still existing:
1208 Pine
1218 Pine
1248 Pine
1258 Pine
1099 Spruce
1175 Spruce
1195 Spruce
1225 Spruce
1235 Spruce
1245 Spruce
1255 Spruce
436 Glendale
1148 Oak
1236 Oak
745 Cherry
747 Cherry
749 Cherry
751 Cherry
661 Spruce
380 Cedar
388 Cedar
381 Wilson
520 Maple
Demolished:
1555 Hickory
785 Sumac
903 Private
4 Golf Lane
717 Locust
785 Mount Pleasant
777 Heather
463 Provident
285 White Oak
321 Chestnut
707 Ardsley
1101 Fisher Lane
1565 Hickory
1367 Edgewood Lane
775 Sumac
Alterations:
801 Bryant
200 DeWindt
222 Forest
490 Cherry
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Obituary 1 -- No Title
Chicago Daily Tribune (1923-1963) Jul 13, 1953; ProQuest Historical Newspapers Chicago Tribune
pg. B6
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Obituary 5 -- No Title
Chicago Tribune (1963-1996); Jul 17, 1984; ProQuest Historical Newspapers: Chicago Tribune
pg N7
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Career American
Religion
Worked at Baker & McKenzie (Chicago, Illinois) specializing in Litigation,
Roman Catholic
Product Liability Law, Health Care Law, Hospital Law. Admitted to the bar,
1965, Illinois.
Political Party
Democrat
Achievements
Peter John Mone has been listed as a reputable professional, general, Education
lawyer by Marquis Who's Who.
1965
Illinois , Admitted to the bar
Membership
Member Winnetka Caucus, Illinois, 1984-1985. Served to captain United Awards
States Army, 1966-1967. Fellow American College Trial Lawyers,
International Academy.Trial Lawyers. Decorated Purple Heart, Bronze Star,
Air medal.
Member Society Trial Lawyers, Chicago Trial Lawyers.
Interests
Photography, golf, paddle tennis, softball.
Connections
Married Sharon Lee Bright, October 9, 1965. Children: Kathleen, Peter.
Father: Edward Patrick Mone
Mother: June East. (Kelliher) Mone
Spouse: Sharon Lee Bright
child: Kathleen Mone
child: Peter Mone
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Property Details
05-20-312-010-0000
1035 SUNSET RD ● WINNETKA, IL ● New Tier
Tax Details
PROPERTY CLASSIFICATION 204
SQUARE FOOTAGE (LAND) 22,913
NEIGHBORHOOD 80
TAXCODE 23008
NEXT SCHEDULED 2022
REASSESSMENT
Assessed Valuation
2020 Assessor Certified values include adjustments, where applicable, for COVID-19 effects on property.
2022 Board of Review Certified 2021
Board of Review Certified
TOTAL ESTIMATED MARKET $1,238,350 $925,570
VALUE
TOTAL ASSESSED VALUE $123,835 $92,557
LAND ASSESSED VALUE $32,078 $38,952
BUILDING ASSESSED VALUE $91,757 $53,605
* “Property Location” is not a legal/postal mailing address. Its sole purpose is to help our Office locate the property. Therefore, you should not utilize the
property location for any purpose, however, you may update the Property Location with your Legal/Postal Mailing Address should you choose to do so.
Updating the address will not change the Property Location to a Legal/Postal Mailing Address.
** Information may be available by submitting an FOIA Request
Exemption Status
2021 Homeowner | $864.30
Senior Citizen | Yes$691.44
Senior Freeze | N/A
Dis. Person Exemption | N/A
Dis. Veteran Exemption | N/A
2020 Homeowner | $792.30
Senior Citizen | $633.84
Senior Freeze | N/A
Dis. Person Exemption | Check Here (https://www.cookcountypropertyinfo.com/)
Dis. Veteran Exemption | Check Here (https://www.cookcountypropertyinfo.com/)
2019 Homeowner | $799.70
Senior Citizen | $639.76 Page 150 of 285
Senior Freeze | N/A
Dis. Person Exemption | Check Here (https://www.cookcountypropertyinfo.com/)
Dis. Veteran Exemption | Check Here (https://www.cookcountypropertyinfo.com/)
2018 Homeowner | $824.00
Senior Citizen | $659.20
Senior Freeze | N/A
Dis. Person Exemption | Check Here (https://www.cookcountypropertyinfo.com/)
Dis. Veteran Exemption | Check Here (https://www.cookcountypropertyinfo.com/)
2017 Homeowner | $784.60
Senior Citizen | $627.68
Senior Freeze | N/A
Dis. Person Exemption | Check Here (https://www.cookcountypropertyinfo.com/)
Dis. Veteran Exemption | Check Here (https://www.cookcountypropertyinfo.com/)
Exemption History
2020 Homeowner, and Senior Citizen exemption was applied to the property this year.
2019 Homeowner, and Senior Citizen exemption was applied to the property this year.
2018 Homeowner, and Senior Citizen exemption was applied to the property this year.
2017 Homeowner, and Senior Citizen exemption was applied to the property this year.
Characteristics
DESCRIPTION One story residence, any age, 1,801 square feet and over
RESIDENCE TYPE 1.5
USE Single Family
APARTMENTS None
EXTERIOR CONSTRUCTION Frame/Masonry
FULL BATHS 2
HALF BATHS 1
BASEMENT 1 Partial
ATTIC Partial
CENTRAL AIR Yes
NUMBER OF FIREPLACES 2
GARAGE SIZE/TYPE 2 2 Car
AGE 70
BUILDING SQUARE FOOTAGE 3,051
ASSESSMENT PHASE Assessor Valuation
1 Excluded from building square footage, except apartment
2 Excluded from building square footage
* “Property Location” is not a legal/postal mailing address. Its sole purpose is to help our Office locate the property. Therefore, you should not utilize the
property location for any purpose, however, you may update the Property Location with your Legal/Postal Mailing Address should you choose to do so.
Updating the address will not change the Property Location to a Legal/Postal Mailing Address.
** Information may be available by submitting an FOIA Request
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Appeal History
Year Previous Assessor Assessor Appeal Attorney/Tax Applicant Status Result
Board Post- Valuation Number Representative
Certified Appeal
Valuation
2021 $92,557 $92,557 $92,557 295460 AMY FLOYD PETER Appeal Assessed
(2020) MONE Review Value Not
Complete Adjusted -
This is a
result of a
market
analysis of
your
property as
well as an
analysis of
comparable
properties.
2020 $101,711 $101,711 $101,711 10124 AMY FLOYD PETER J Appeal Assessed
(2019) MONE Review Value Not
Complete Adjusted -
The result
of a market
analysis of
your
property as
well as an
analysis of
comparable
properties.
2019 $91,435 $111,318 $116,738 22479 AMY FLOYD PETER J Appeal Assessed
(2018) MONE Review Value
Complete Adjusted -
The result
of a market
analysis of
your
property as
well as an
analysis of
comparable
properties.
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Year Previous Assessor Assessor Appeal Attorney/Tax Applicant Status Result
Board Post- Valuation Number Representative
Certified Appeal
Valuation
2018 $91,435 $91,435 $91,435 13165 AMY FLOYD PETER J Appeal - The result
(2017) MONE Review of a market
Complete analysis of
your
property as
well as an
analysis of
comparable
properties.
2017 $95,325 $91,435 $95,325 19975 JOHN S. PETER J Appeal Assessed
(2016) XYDAKIS MONE Review Value
Complete Adjusted -
An analysis
of
comparable
properties.
2016 $84,641 $105,390 $105,390 14980 PETER J MONE JOHN S. Appeal Assessed
(2015) XYDAKIS Review Value Not
Complete Adjusted -
This is due
to your
property's
uniformity
with
comparable
properties.
2014 $88,833 $84,641 $88,833 44474 PETER J MONE JOHN S Appeal Assessed
(2013) XYDAKIS Review Value
Complete Adjusted -
This is the
result of an
analysis of
comparable
properties.
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Death Notice: JIM MABIE
ProQuest document link
FULL TEXT
8/31/1935 - 5/8/2021 Prominent Chicago philanthropist, distinguished businessman, tireless civic leader, and
consummate family man James William Mabie, 85, passed away on the morning of May 8, 2021, at his home
listening to Bluegrass music and surrounded by his loving family.
Jim grew up in Winnetka, IL, with his parents, Bill and Florence (nee Buddig) Mabie, his older brother John, and his
younger sister Marcia (Gibson), and was happy to spend his childhood running through vacant lots, playing baseball
in the streets, and throwing his vegetables out the dining room window when his mother wasn't looking.
Days filled with fishing at the Tower Road Beach pier with the guys and nights spent trying to beat his dad at ping
pong were topped off by bowls of popcorn all around.
Although Jim only lived one block from Hubbard Woods Elementary, he held the record for the most days arriving
late to school, a "notable achievement" he was endlessly proud to share.
Upon entering New Trier High School, Jim knew it was time to start earning a little money, so he tried his hand at a
variety of jobs.
Caddying at the Winnetka Par 3 was great, but he discovered Indian Hill Country Club afforded better tips.
Hand-setting bowling pins at the Winnetka Community House lanes kept his feet moving until the new setting
machines soon boxed him out of a job.
Landscaping and shoveling cinders for Winnetka Public Works, digging ditches for Killian Plumbing, and delivering
Fuller Brushes for his brother's business all kept him busy, but it wasn't until Jim started selling his own Fuller
Brushes and Real Silk hosiery door-to-door that he discovered his love of connecting with people.
Never knowing what was behind each door was what excited him, and the opportunity to meet and talk with new
folks every day had him hooked.
After graduating from high school, Jim entered Williams College to major in Political Economics.
While many friends were made and antics engaged in, it was here that he discovered his passion for advocacy.
After joining a fraternity as a freshman, by junior year Jim had become deeply bothered by the lack of diversity and
climate of exclusivity they perpetuated.
He left his fraternity on principle and strongly lobbied the college to require fraternities to be all-inclusive.
Despite being repeatedly rebuffed by the Williams president, he was persistent in his vision for a more
nondiscriminatory and unbiased college culture.
Although it was not to be before he graduated in 1957, Jim's relentless advocacy laid the groundwork for the
college's "Total Opportunity" system only a year later, which attempted to make the fraternity selection process more
equitable, and then the complete abolishment of the Greek system at Williams by 1962.
"It cost me a couple of friends, but so what.
It was worth it," Jim would say of one of his proudest moments.
After leaving Williams, Jim got turned on to opera, which would flourish into a life-long love.
It was at this time that he found himself in possession of two tickets to the Lyric Opera and no one to accompany
him.
At the suggestion of a friend, Jim looked up Katherine Kingsbury, an acquaintance from New Trier High School.
Kay and Jim had first met as freshman there, had run in the same crowd but never dated because she wasn't so
sure about that "Mr. Smooth." But she agreed to go with him because she, too, loved the opera, and knew that this
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guy then couldn't be that bad.
One opera led to another, closely followed by art exhibits, and pretty soon Jim was asking for Kay's hand in
marriage as Sonny Kingsbury soaked in the bathtub because Jim just couldn't wait for him to get out.
Jim and Kay were married at Christ Church in Winnetka in the fall of 1959.
The couple set up shop in Evanston, IL, and Jim continued his work with Marshall Fields that he had begun after
graduation.
Having started in the stock rooms, Jim worked his way up from the Complaint Department to a position as a Millinery
Buyer.
From there he moved to Women's Sportswear, finally landing as Lead Buyer for Women's Dresses and Suits.
Jim took many trips to New York, Paris, and London in search of the latest trends for the well-known department
store, often bringing home samples for Kay and their two young children, Sarah and David.
However, Marshall Fields' addition of Sunday to the work week, coupled with juggling night classes at University of
Chicago, made Jim realize that a change was due and he made the move to Beeline Fashions as Vice President of
Merchandising.
By this time the young family had moved to Wilmette, IL, but Jim began to feel the call of the wild and started looking
for land.
While he thought they would end up further west, Kay knew that accessibility to the highway was important to get to
the city, so Northfield, IL, was agreeable.
The couple found a fine fixer-upper, and Jim quickly set about building rabbit hutches in the side yard, hanging
swings from the trees, and constructing a chicken coop that was taken over within hours of completion by the dolls
of his new two youngest daughters, Martha and Anne.
While the chickens were never to be, many snakes, rabbits, turtles, hamsters, dogs, doves, ducks, litters of puppies,
and other animal friends were enjoyed by the family of six, all living amongst a grape arbor, vegetable garden, apple
trees, a pumpkin patch, and a weeping willow planted for each child.
As the young family settled in, Jim began to hone his hobbies.
Skiing was a passion, and he taught all of his children by sending them down the sides of the overpasses on either
side of the Edens expressway.
Jim was crazy for all of it, from Wilmot Mountain, to Alta, all the way to helicopter skiing the Bugaboos in British
Columbia.
But his true love was Telluride, Colorado, where the mountains felt like home every time.
When he wasn't skiing, Jim could be found playing tennis four mornings a week.
Described as a spider on the court, no one wanted to be on the receiving end of his wicked forehand.
Travel always afforded opportunities for new adventures, and Alaskan glaciers, Icelandic volcanoes, South
American ruins, African savannahs, Nordic fjords, Cuban art markets, Egyptian pyramids, Parisian bookstalls,
Spanish bull running, and the wonders of the Galapagos Islands were all explored with Jim's typical curiosity and
gusto.
He considered himself a whiz at ping pong, an absolute pool shark, a Connect Four savant, and a damn good poker
player.
And don't even think about playing a game of gin against him because you would lose.
By 1970 Jim had moved into finance, joining his father and brother at A.G. Becker &Company as a Managing
Director.
After 13 years there, he joined William Blair &Company, where he held senior leadership and portfolio management
roles for 35 years.
In 2018, at the young age of 82, Jim decided it was time to begin a new project and co-founded Chicago Capital, a
boutique investment firm focused on helping families meet financial goals that span multiple generations.
His insightful analysis into growth opportunities, thoughtful approach to a client's long-term goals, keen eye to
market strategy and timing, and abiding interest in what makes businesses and people tick came together to make
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him an exceptional financial advisor.
Jim invested in people, and loved every minute of it. Over the years, not only was he featured in several publications
including Barron's, Crain's, Chicago Magazine, and Wealth Management Magazine, he was also asked to lend his
talents to several prominent organizations and non-profits such as Chicago Symphony Orchestra (Finance
Committee Chair), Lyric Opera of Chicago (Finance Committee Chair), Chicago Workforce Investment Board, Public
Radio Capital, the Northfield Village Board of Trustees, the District 29 Board of Education, the Center for
Development Economics Visiting Committee for Williams College, and many others.
But it wasn't all about business.
Jim loved this city.
He had a vision of what Chicago could be, and put his shoulder to the wheel to achieve it. Hand-in-hand with Kay,
they looked around to see what needed doing and did it. Thresholds (Chair), Cara Collective, The Resurrection
Project, North Lawndale Employment Network, StreetWise, The Night Ministry, Inspiration Corporation, The
Emergency Fund, All Chicago, Chicago Furniture Bank, Urban Gateways, Housing Opportunities for Women,
Lakefront Supportive Housing, and many others were all part of what Jim considered necessary for a more just,
equitable, and kind Chicago, and he made sure they all had what they needed.
A vibrant city must have a vibrant press, and Jim would accept no less for Chicago.
Serving as Chairman of both WBEZ and WTTW/WFMT, and providing financial support for ProPublica and The Sun
Times, he sought to promote diverse perspectives and unbiased analysis in the interests of a stronger city.
While at Williams College, Jim had taken an art class and he let it change him.
He knew he wouldn't be an artist himself, but he wanted to live in a world in which there was art, music, theatre, and
dance, and together he and Kay helped Chicago to revel in it. Old Town School of Folk Music (Chair), Music Institute
of Chicago, Merit School of Music, Ravinia Festival, Chicago Symphony Orchestra (Vice Chair), Lyric Opera of
Chicago, Hubbard Street Dance Company (President), Steppenwolf, Goodman Theatre, and many others were the
beneficiaries of Jim's passion.
But the contribution he was most proud of was co-founding the Chicago High School for the Arts, better known as
ChiArts (founding Chair). Created to address the issue of diversity and representation in the Chicago arts
community, ChiArts was born as a public institution that would provide a comprehensive learning environment with
superior arts training at the high school level for aspiring young artists.
Jim was single-minded in his celebration of the school and its students, and took every opportunity to marvel at the
talent that flourished all around his city.
Jim is survived by his wife Kay (nee Kingsbury); his daughter Sarah Weyerhaeuser and husband David; his son
David and wife Amanda Carney; his daughter Martha Gardner and husband Joby; his daughter Anne Peterson and
husband Brent; and his brother John Dayton Mabie.
He was an adoring grandfather to Kaylee Prior (Tim), Jake, and Natalie Weyerhaeuser; Nora, Grace, Nolan, Finn,
and Blaine Mabie; Zoe, Senna, and Mason Gardner; and Parker and Maddux Peterson; and a doting great
grandfather to Sadie and Jack Prior.
He was preceded in death by his parents William and Florence (nee Buddig) Mabie, and his sister Marcia (nee
Mabie) Gibson.
A celebration of Jim's life will be held on August 2, 2021, at 11:00 am, at Ravinia Festival, 418 Sheridan Road,
Highland Park, IL. Memorial donations can be made in his honor to ChiArts Foundation, Attn.
Development, PO Box 772076, Chicago, IL, 60677, or at www.chiarts.org
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WINNETKA CHURCH LAYS STONE FOR EDUCATION BUILDING
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Winnetka Church Remodeling
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WORK IS BEGUN ON $300,000 FEED MAKING PLANT
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1035 Sunset Rd. Proposed Demolition Schedule
Demolition activities will likely begin on June 12th, 2023, and end on June 22nd, 2023.
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MEMORANDUM
VILLAGE OF WINNETKA
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
TO: LANDMARK PRESERVATION COMMISSION
FROM: CHRISTOPHER, MARX, AICP, ASSOCIATE PLANNER
DATE: JUNE 15, 2023
SUBJECT: 844 PROSPECT AVENUE - DEMOLITION PERMIT (CASE NO. 23-15-
LPC)
INTRODUCTION
Meeting Date June 19, 2023
Commission Action Preliminary historic and architectural review to determine if
a Historical Architectural Impact Study (HAIS) is necessary or
if demolition may proceed without delay.
Property Address 844 Prospect Avenue (See Attachment A – Aerial Map)
Property Owner David Miller and Joan Holden
Application Submitted by Newgard Custom Homes
Mail Notice Sent to Property Owners within Completed
250 feet
Public Comments as of Date of Memo As of the date of this memo, staff has not received any
written comments from the public regarding this application.
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
Size 0.34 acres
Location Northwest corner of intersection of Eldorado Street and
Prospect Avenue
Improvements Single-family home with an attached garage
Zoning R-3 Single-Family Residential
Surrounding Zoning R-3 Single-Family Residential to north and east, R-4 Single-
Family Residential to the south and west
PROPERTY HISTORY See Attachment B, Preliminary Property History Study
See Attachment C, Winnetka Historical Society (WHS)
Research
Constructed Approximately 1906, according to Winnetka Historical
Society research
Additional Construction Activity 1924 - Build one-story frame addition to garage, 1941 -
Construct one-story frame addition to single-family dwelling,
1968 - Wreck two-car garage with living quarters above in a
single-family residence
Illinois Historic Structure Survey Listing No
Winnetka Historical Society (WHS) WHS research indicates that the property does not have
historical or architectural significance. See attached report
from the WHS provided in Attachment C for details.
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NEIGHBORHOOD CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY
Other Permits for New Primary Structures on 848 Tower Road – new single- family residence currently
Same Block (either side of the right-of-way under construction.
block face and/or along the alley)
Director’s 60-Day Delay Due to ConstructionWhen the building permit for 844 Prospect Avenue is
Activity approved; the Director will determine if a delay is necessary
to prevent undue congestion and noise impacts in the
neighborhood.
New Construction or Site Restoration Plans None. Applicant anticipates submission of new single-family
Submitted home permit application in near future.
DEMOLITION AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION
The Commission may order the issuance of a demolition delay of a historic or architecturally
significant structure for up to but not exceeding 270 days from the date the Commission determines
that an applicant is required to submit an HAIS for the structure the applicant wishes to demolish.
Should the LPC request an HAIS for the subject property at the June 19 Commission meeting, and after
reviewing the HAIS at a future meeting the LPC determines the structure is significant and a delay
should be issued, the Commission may at that time issue a demolition delay up to but not exceeding
270 days from June 19, 2023.
COMMISSION REVIEW
The Commission may consider one of the following motions (1) Historical Architectural Impact Study
Required or (2) Building and/or Property is Not Historic or Architecturally Significant.
Historical Architectural Impact Study Required
The Commission finds that based upon (1) the preliminary property history study, (2) the
Winnetka Historical Society comments, and (3) other information, comments, or evidence
received by the LPC during its preliminary review that the building and/or property is of
sufficient historic or architectural merit to warrant conducting a Historical Architectural
Impact Study (HAIS) prior to issuance of the demolition permit. The Commission reached its
conclusion based upon the property meeting the following criteria: [The Commission must note
which of the following criteria is met]
1. The property or structures have sufficient architectural or historical merit to warrant
a full HAIS prior to issuance of a demolition permit;
2. The property or structures have been designated a landmark pursuant to Chapter 15.64
of the Village Code; (Subject Property is not a landmark)
3. The property or structures have been included in the most recent Illinois Historic
Structure Survey conducted under the auspices of the Illinois Department of
Conservation; and (Subject Property is not on the state survey)
4. The property or structures have been listed on the National Register of Historic Places
or the Illinois Register of Historic places. (Subject Property is not on National Register)
Building and/or Property Lacks Historic or Architectural Significance
The Commission has determined that in accordance with Section 15.52.040 of the Village Code
that the building and/or property is not of sufficient historic or architectural merit to warrant a
Historical Architectural Impact Study, and the demolition of the structure may proceed without
delay.
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ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A: GIS Aerial Map
Attachment B: Preliminary Property History Study
Attachment C: Historical Society Research
Attachment D: Application Materials
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ATTACHMENT A
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ATTACHMENT B
MEMORANDUM
VILLAGE OF WINNETKA
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
TO: WINNETKA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
FROM: CHRISTOPHER MARX, AICP, ASSOCIATE PLANNER
DATE: MAY 10, 2023
SUBJECT: CASE NO. 23-15: 844 PROSPECT AVENUE
INTRODUCTION
On June 19, the Landmark Preservation Commission (LPC) will consider a request to demolish the
residence at 844 Prospect Avenue. Please return any available information regarding the architectural and
historical significance of the structure to my attention by the end of the day on Wednesday, June 2, 2023.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at cmarx@winnetka.org or (847) 716-3587.
PRELIMINARY PROPERTY HISTORY STUDY/VILLAGE HALL RECORDS
Building Permits
Date Type Owner Architect
12-5-1924 Build one-story frame addition to garage Benjamin Reach Not listed
4-5-1941 Construct one-story frame addition to W. Sanger W. Sanger
single-family dwelling Hinchman Hinchman
10-4-1968 Wreck two-car garage with living quarters Robert O. Brockett Not listed
above in a single-family residence
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ATTACHMENT C
PROPERTY RESEARCH
COVERSHEET
Address: 844 Prospect
Construction Details:
Original construction date: c. 1906
Construction type: Aluminum siding
Style: Colonial Revival/Queen Anne
OWNERSHIP HISTORY:
OWNER DATES INFORMATION SIGNIFICANCE
NAME OCCUPIED ATTACHED
Jirah D. and By 1909 – at 1909 directory, 1912
Edith G. Cole least 1912 directory
B. F. and By 1920 1920 directory
Mabel Rich
Benjamin By 1923 – at 1923 directory, 1937
Reach least 1937 directory
Walter Sanger 1939 – 1944 1939 directory, 1944 Walter was the vice president
and Virginia directory, real estate listing, of the Globe Corp., a coal
W. Hinchman Chicago Tribune obituary, company.
Winnetka Talk obituary
Charles R. By 1954 – at 1954 directory, 1967 Founding partner of law firm
Kaufman least 19691 directory, Chicago Tribune Vedder, Price, Kaufman &
obituary Kammholz and legislative
editor of the Harvard Law
Review.
Robert O. 1968 Building permit application
Brockett
Stanley M. By 1975 – 1975 directory, Cook County
Lipnick 1986 Recorder records
Heide and 1986 – 2006 Cook County Recorder
Hugo Ralli records
David Miller 2006 – present Cook County Recorder
and Joan records
Holden
1
Charles R. Kaufman is listed at this address in the directories from 1954 to at least 1969. Robert O. Brockett is
listed as the owner on the demolition permit application in 1968. Charles Kaufman may have been a renter, or there
may be an error on the demolition permit application.
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ARCHITECTS:
ARCHITECT NAME DATE AND INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION OF ATTACHED
PROJECT
W. Sanger Hinchman 1941 – construct one-story
(owner) frame addition to single-
family dwelling
RESEARCH SOURCES USED: Winnetka Talk, Cook County Assessor records, Cook County
Recorder records, historic phone books, WHS property files, WHS digital files, Ancestry.com,
Chicago Tribune
Findings:
Our research does not indicate that this house maintains architectural or historical significance.
While it is an attractive older house that has been home to several Winnetkans, we did not find
any information about the previous owners that warrants further research. In addition, we did not
find any information about the original architect of the house.
Date of Research: 5/15/2023
Submitted by:
Meagan McChesney, PhD
Curator, Winnetka Historical Society
Mary Trieschmann, MS Ed
Executive Director, Winnetka Historical Society
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1909 directory
1912 directory
1920 directory
1923 directory
1937 directory
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1939 directory
1944 directory
1954 directory
1967 directory
1975 directory
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Winnetka Talk, March 5, 1942
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Chicago Tribune, December 15, 1958
1914 Sanborn Map
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Attorney Charles R. Kaufman
Heise, Kenan
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MEMORANDUM
VILLAGE OF WINNETKA
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
TO: LANDMARK PRESERVATION COMMISSION
FROM: CHRISTOPHER, MARX, AICP, ASSOCIATE PLANNER
DATE: JUNE 15, 2023
SUBJECT: 608 WILLOW ROAD - DEMOLITION PERMIT (CASE NO. 23-16-LPC)
INTRODUCTION
Meeting Date June 19, 2023
Commission Action Preliminary historic and architectural review to determine if
a Historical Architectural Impact Study (HAIS) is necessary or
if demolition may proceed without delay.
Property Address 608 Willow Road (See Attachment A – Aerial Map)
Property Owner Chicago Title Land Trust Company
Trust Number 8002391552
Application Submitted by Foxwood Development Group
Mail Notice Sent to Property Owners within Completed
250 feet
Public Comments as of Date of Memo As of the date of this memo, staff has not received any
written comments from the public regarding this application.
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
Size 0.19 acres
Location South side of Willow Road between Cedar and Walnut Streets
Improvements Single-family home with a detached garage
Zoning R-5 Single Family Residential
Surrounding Zoning R-5 Single Family Residential
PROPERTY HISTORY See Attachment B, Preliminary Property History Study
See Attachment C, Winnetka Historical Society (WHS)
Research
Constructed 1921
Additional Construction Activity 1927 - Build one-story frame garage
Illinois Historic Structure Survey Listing No
Winnetka Historical Society (WHS) WHS research indicates that the property does not have
historical or architectural significance. See attached report
from the WHS provided in Attachment C for details.
NEIGHBORHOOD CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY
Other Permits for New Primary Structures on A building permit to construct a new single-family residence
Same Block (either side of the right-of-way on the lot at 604 Willow Road has been issued and the house
block face and/or along the alley) is currently under construction.
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Director’s 60-Day Delay Due to Construction At the time the building permit for 608 Willow Road is
Activity approved, the Director will determine if a delay is necessary
to prevent undue congestion and noise impacts in the
neighborhood.
New Construction or Site Restoration Plans None. Applicant anticipates submission of new single-family
Submitted home permit application in near future.
DEMOLITION AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION
The Commission may order the issuance of a demolition delay of a historic or architecturally
significant structure for up to but not exceeding 270 days from the date the Commission determines
that an applicant is required to submit an HAIS for the structure the applicant wishes to demolish.
Should the LPC request an HAIS for the subject property at the June 19 Commission meeting, and after
reviewing the HAIS at a future meeting the LPC determines the structure is significant and a delay
should be issued, the Commission may at that time issue a demolition delay up to but not exceeding
270 days from June 19, 2023.
COMMISSION REVIEW
The Commission may consider one of the following motions (1) Historical Architectural Impact Study
Required or (2) Building and/or Property is Not Historic or Architecturally Significant.
Historical Architectural Impact Study Required
The Commission finds that based upon (1) the preliminary property history study, (2) the
Winnetka Historical Society comments, and (3) other information, comments, or evidence
received by the LPC during its preliminary review that the building and/or property is of
sufficient historic or architectural merit to warrant conducting a Historical Architectural
Impact Study (HAIS) prior to issuance of the demolition permit. The Commission reached its
conclusion based upon the property meeting the following criteria: [The Commission must note
which of the following criteria is met]
1. The property or structures have sufficient architectural or historical merit to warrant
a full HAIS prior to issuance of a demolition permit;
2. The property or structures have been designated a landmark pursuant to Chapter 15.64
of the Village Code; (Subject Property is not a landmark)
3. The property or structures have been included in the most recent Illinois Historic
Structure Survey conducted under the auspices of the Illinois Department of
Conservation; and (Subject Property is not on the state survey)
4. The property or structures have been listed on the National Register of Historic Places
or the Illinois Register of Historic places. (Subject Property is not on National Register)
Building and/or Property Lacks Historic or Architectural Significance
The Commission has determined that in accordance with Section 15.52.040 of the Village Code
that the building and/or property is not of sufficient historic or architectural merit to warrant a
Historical Architectural Impact Study, and the demolition of the structure may proceed without
delay.
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ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A: GIS Aerial Map
Attachment B: Preliminary Property History Study
Attachment C: Historical Society Research
Attachment D: Application Materials
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ATTACHMENT A
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ATTACHMENT B
MEMORANDUM
VILLAGE OF WINNETKA
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
TO: WINNETKA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
FROM: CHRISTOPHER MARX, AICP, ASSOCIATE PLANNER
DATE: MAY 10, 2023
SUBJECT: CASE NO. 23-16: 608 WILLOW ROAD
INTRODUCTION
On June 19, the Landmark Preservation Commission (LPC) will consider a request to demolish the
residence at 608 Willow Road. Please return any available information regarding the architectural and
historical significance of the structure to my attention by the end of the day on Wednesday, June 2, 2023.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at cmarx@winnetka.org or (847) 716-3587.
PRELIMINARY PROPERTY HISTORY STUDY/VILLAGE HALL RECORDS
Building Permits
Date Type Owner Architect
12-7-1921 Build a two-story frame residence J. Whiteson Wm. P. Whitney
2-7-1927 Build one-story frame garage Walter G. Weil Not listed
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ATTACHMENT C
PROPERTY RESEARCH
COVERSHEET
Address: 608 Willow
Construction Details:
Original construction date: 1921
Construction type: Clapboard
Style: Neo-Victorian
OWNERSHIP HISTORY:
OWNER or DATES INFORMATION ATTACHED SIGNIFICANCE
RESIDENT OCCUPIED
NAME
J. Whiteson 1921 Building permit application
Walter G. and By 1923 – at Building permit application, 1923
Nevada S. Weil least 1935 directory, 1935 directory
Lawrence M. By 1937 – at 1937 directory, 1954 directory
Henderson least 1954
F. L. Michel 1956 1956 directory
J. E. Hileman By 1958 – 1959 Real estate listing, 1958 directory
Gordon Osterstrom 1960 – 1962 Real estate listing, 1960 directory
John H. Lowey By 1964 – 1965 Real estate listing, 1964 directory
Diana and Michael 1966 – at least 1966 directory, 1975 directory
Beliard 1975
Mark and Ann Hill 1983 Real estate listing
Jean Mayhew By 1994 – 2015 Cook County recorder records
Wright Trust
Theron Woodward 2015 – 2023 Cook County Assessor records
Wright
ARCHITECTS:
ARCHITECT NAME DATE AND INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION OF ATTACHED
PROJECT
William P. Whitney 1921 – build two-story frame Select clippings about
residence William P. Whitney’s work
RESEARCH SOURCES USED: Winnetka Talk, Cook County Assessor records, Cook County
Recorder records, historic phone books, WHS property files, WHS digital files, Ancestry.com,
Chicago Tribune
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Findings:
Our research does not indicate that this property maintains historical or architectural
significance. It is worth noting, however, that the architect, William P. Whitney, designed
several recognizable buildings in Chicagoland and beyond, though several have been
demolished. He designed the Lawndale Theater (demolished 2014), the Symphony Theater
(demolished 1965), the multi-unit building at 655 Buena in Chicago (extant), and the commercial
building at 5041 Lake in Chicago (extant). In Winnetka, he also designed 607 and 611 Orchard
Lane.
In addition, while this property is older and has been home to several Winnetkans, we did not
find any information that warrants further research. Furthermore, it is likely that for many
decades, the home was not occupied by the owners and may have been rented or vacant.
Date of Research: 5/17/2023
Submitted by:
Meagan McChesney, PhD
Curator, Winnetka Historical Society
Mary Trieschmann, MS Ed
Executive Director, Winnetka Historical Society
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1923 directory
1935 directory
1937 directory
1954 directory
1956 directory
1958 directory
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1964 directory
1966 directory
1975 directory
Cook County Recorder records
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Iron Trade Review, 1913
American Architect, 1918
The Iron Age, 1918
The Economist, 1919
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Domestic Engineering, 1927
Chicago Magazine, February 13, 2013
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Property Details
05-21-302-005-0000
608 WILLOW RD ● WINNETKA, IL ● New Tier
Tax Details
PROPERTY CLASSIFICATION 205
SQUARE FOOTAGE (LAND) 8,415
NEIGHBORHOOD 22
TAXCODE 23008
NEXT SCHEDULED 2022
REASSESSMENT
Assessed Valuation
2020 Assessor Certified values include adjustments, where applicable, for COVID-19 effects on property.
2022 Board of Review Certified 2021
Board of Review Certified
TOTAL ESTIMATED MARKET $630,010 $548,520
VALUE
TOTAL ASSESSED VALUE $63,001 $54,852
LAND ASSESSED VALUE $27,770 Page 219 of 285 $18,934
BUILDING ASSESSED VALUE $35,231 $35,918
* “Property Location” is not a legal/postal mailing address. Its sole purpose is to help our Office locate the property. Therefore, you should not utilize the
property location for any purpose, however, you may update the Property Location with your Legal/Postal Mailing Address should you choose to do so.
Updating the address will not change the Property Location to a Legal/Postal Mailing Address.
** Information may be available by submitting an FOIA Request
Exemption Status
2021 Homeowner | N/A
Senior Citizen | N/A
Senior Freeze | N/A
Dis. Person Exemption | N/A
Dis. Veteran Exemption | N/A
2020 Homeowner | N/A
Senior Citizen | N/A
Senior Freeze | N/A
Dis. Person Exemption | Check Here (https://www.cookcountypropertyinfo.com/)
Dis. Veteran Exemption | Check Here (https://www.cookcountypropertyinfo.com/)
2019 Homeowner | N/A
Senior Citizen | N/A
Senior Freeze | N/A
Dis. Person Exemption | Check Here (https://www.cookcountypropertyinfo.com/)
Dis. Veteran Exemption | Check Here (https://www.cookcountypropertyinfo.com/)
Exemption History
2020
2019
2018
2017 Page 220 of 285
Characteristics
DESCRIPTION Two or more story residence, over 62 years, up to 2,200 sq.ft.
RESIDENCE TYPE Two Story
USE Single Family
APARTMENTS None
EXTERIOR CONSTRUCTION Frame
FULL BATHS 2
HALF BATHS 0
BASEMENT 1 Full
ATTIC None
CENTRAL AIR No
NUMBER OF FIREPLACES 1
GARAGE SIZE/TYPE 2 2 Car
AGE 97
BUILDING SQUARE FOOTAGE 1,736
ASSESSMENT PHASE Assessor Valuation
1 Excluded from building square footage, except apartment
2 Excluded from building square footage
* “Property Location” is not a legal/postal mailing address. Its sole purpose is to help our Office locate the property. Therefore, you should not utilize the
property location for any purpose, however, you may update the Property Location with your Legal/Postal Mailing Address should you choose to do so.
Updating the address will not change the Property Location to a Legal/Postal Mailing Address.
** Information may be available by submitting an FOIA Request
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Appeal History
Year Previous Assessor Assessor Appeal Attorney/Tax Applicant Status Result
Board Post- Valuation Number Representative
Certified Appeal
Valuation
2022 $63,001 $63,001 $63,001 532560 ARNOLD G Appeal Assessed
(2021) SIEGEL Review Value Not
Complete Adjusted -
Market
Analysis &
Comps
2019 $48,000 $64,829 $66,780 27680 ARNOLD G JEAN Appeal Assessed
(2018) SIEGEL WRIGHT Review Value
Complete Adjusted -
The result of
a market
analysis of
your property
as well as an
analysis of
comparable
properties.
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Year Previous Assessor Assessor Appeal Attorney/Tax Applicant Status Result
Board Post- Valuation Number Representative
Certified Appeal
Valuation
2016 $38,000 $57,732 $67,418 1707 JEAN WRIGHT ARNOLD Appeal Assessed
(2015) G SIEGEL Review Value
Complete Adjusted -
This result is
based on
consideration
of submitted
appraisal and
also an
analysis of
comparable
properties.
2013 $38,000 $46,432 $51,192 44012 ARNOLD Appeal Assessed
(2012) SIEGEL Review Value
Complete Adjusted -
This is a
result of a
market
analysis of
your property
as well as an
analysis
ofcomparable
properties.
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DocuSign Envelope ID: A32D3AA4-A4CE-47EE-A7CA-8B8D44507996
ATTACHMENT D
Village of Winnetka
DEMOLITION APPLICATION
V I L L A G E O F W I N N E T K A, I L L I N O I S
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEMOLITION APPLICATION
Permit No.___ __ _______________
Property Information
608 Willow Road
Site Address: _________________________________________________________________ _____
05213020050000
Parcel Identification Number(s) (PIN): ____________________________________________________________
SFH and detached garage
Description of all structures to be demolished: _____________________________________________________
Current Property Owner Information Applicant Information
Chicago Title Land Trust Company Foxwood Development Group
Legal Name: __________________________________ Legal Name: _____________________________
Trust Number 8002391552
_____________________________________________ ________________________________________
Adam Pegram Jack Kruszewski
Primary Contact: _______________________________ Primary Contact: __________________________
Address: ______________________________________ Address: _________________________________
Winnetka, IL 60093 Glencoe, IL 60022
City, State, Zip: ________________________________ City, State, Zip: ___________________________
Phone No. ____________________________________ Phone No.________________________________
info@foxwooddev.com
Email: ________________________________________ Email: ___________________________________
May 2, 2023
Date owner acquired property: ____________________
Builder
Applicant’s relationship to current property owner: ________________________________________________
(As previously noted, if contract purchaser, attach copy of executed purchase agreement)
Demolition Contractor Information (If known, otherwise indicate “not known at this time”)
not known at this time
Legal Name: ____________________________________
Address: _______________________________________
City, State, ZIP: __________________________________
Phone No: ______________________________________
Email: __________________________________________
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DocuSign Envelope ID: A32D3AA4-A4CE-47EE-A7CA-8B8D44507996
Village of Winnetka
DEMOLITION APPLICATION
Property Maintenance Requirements
During processing of the demolition permit, the owner and contractor must maintain the property in accordance
with the Village Property Maintenance Code to avoid generation of nuisances. Accordingly, the following minimum
requirements shall be adhered to:
❑ Grass shall be mowed and maintained at a height not to exceed 8 inches.
❑ Garbage, yard waste, miscellaneous rubbish, mail, and debris shall be removed from the property and not
allowed to accumulate.
❑ Building(s) shall be secured (doors and windows in working order, closed and locked).
❑ No demolition or removal of building components may commence until the demolition permit has been
issued. Commencement of demolition prior to issuance of permit will result in a Stop Work Order and
double permit fees for all subsequent permits
❑ Approved tree fencing protections must be installed as directed by Village Forester prior to
commencement of demolition. Lack of tree fencing will result in Stop Work Order and fines.
3B Applicant/Owner Acknowledgments
By execution of this application in the space provided below, the Applicant and Owner(s) do hereby certify,
acknowledge, agree and affirm to the Village of Winnetka that:
1. The Village and its representatives have the right, and are hereby granted permission and license, to enter
upon the property for purposes of conducting any inspections that may be necessary in connection with this
application.
2. I (We) have carefully read this application, the applicable sections of the Winnetka Municipal Code and fully
understand the applicable terms and provisions.
3. I (We) waive any rights to exemption from disclosure under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act of any and
all documents and information submitted in connection with this application.
4. I/We hereby agree to demolish the above structure or portion thereof, in accordance with the information
submitted herewith and in strict compliance with all provisions of the Building Code and other related
ordinances and regulations of the Village of Winnetka, and I/We hereby consent to inspection of the work
during demolition and to the responsibility of maintaining the subject site and adjacent public and private
properties in a good, safe and clean condition, including but not limited to the “Property Maintenance
Requirements” listed in the previous section.
5. I (We), in accordance with the requirements of the Annual Fee Resolution and the Winnetka Village Code agree
to pay all applicable filing fees and be res es associated
with the processing of this application.
, 2023
Signature of Applicant:
Jack Kruszewski - Presi
Print Name & Title:
Signatures of Property Owner(s): te May 3, 2023
Adam Pegram - Owner Willow Road
Print Name & Title:
**If more than one applicant or property owner, please copy this page and have additional applicants/property
owners sign form.
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From: Foxwood
To: Christopher Marx
Subject: Re: 608 Willow - demo schedule
Date: Wednesday, May 10, 2023 2:12:57 PM
CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you
recognize the sender and know the content is safe.
Hi Chris,
We plan on submitting plans for permit review in late July. So, let's project September 18th -
22nd for Demolition activities.
Thanks,
Max
On Wed, May 10, 2023, 1:54 PM Christopher Marx <CMarx@winnetka.org> wrote:
Max and/or Jack,
Are you able to provide a specific start date and end date of demolition activities? I know
you provided a schedule that gives the month of September, but can you specify a little
more? A reply email would be fine.
Thanks,
Chris
Christopher Marx, AICP
Associate Planner
Village of Winnetka – Department of Community Development
510 Green Bay Road
Winnetka, Illinois 60093
(847) 716-3587
cmarx@winnetka.org
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Winnetka Preservation Award Application
Address: 1100 Pelham Road
Owners: Kimberly and Thomas Handler
Architect: Hackley and Associates
General Contractor: Anthony Jurgeto, Imagination Development, Inc.
Landscape architect: Rosborough Partners
History:
Original building:
Our home was built in 1922 and designed by Chicago architect. Russel Smith Wolcott.
Mr. Wolcott was born in Chicago in 1889 and was a graduate of Princeton University.
He studied architecture in Europe and formed a partnership with his older brother,
Chester Walcott from 1919-1920. He later partnered with renowned architect, Robert
Work, from 1928 until his retirement.
In 1929, Wolcott and Work designed several additions and alterations to the house,
including a master wing, library and a gun room. (See cover letter that accompanied the
specification documents which we have and reviewed in background for our
renovation.) However, these changes were never made as the original owner, J. M.
Dickenson Jr, sold the home when he inherited/purchased his mother’s ancestral home
and Arabian horse farm in Nashville TN. This home is now the Travelers Rest Historic
House and Museum: www.HistoricTravelersRest.org. (Please see attached obituary.)
This was also confirmed to me when I briefly corresponded with the museum, which
forwarded my letter to one of Mr. Dickenson’s living daughters. She sent me a few
photos taken when they lived here and notes regarding their move to Nashville from
Winnetka. These photos, along with the original architectural plans are “stored
somewhere safe” in my home—so safe that I can’t recall where they are in time to
submit this application!
As indicated in Mr. Dickenson’s obituary, he was widely known in Tennessee as an
attorney, a horse breeder, an Army officer and government figure. He practiced law with
his father, Judge Jacob M. Dickenson, in Chicago when he lived in Winnetka. Judge
Dickenson served as the US Secretary of War in the Taft Administration.
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Subsequent work on home:
• In 1945, the O’Hara family added a garage on the west side of the property. (We
have original blueprints and photos of this work)
• In 1988, a local resident purchased the home as in investment, added the master
bedroom, library and replaced the single 1945 garage with 2 car garage on the
west side of the home
• In 1989, the new owners, the Alexanders, replaced the old gazebo on the east
side of the house with an enclosed gazebo-like 3 season room which was
accessed from a narrow door and unfortunately, was a pretty, but not very useful
space.
We purchased the home in 1999; this is our third home in Winnetka having previously
lived in homes built in 1895 and 1915. We fell in love with the beautiful roof line, the
convenient location, the peaceful property and the way the home is large with generous
rooms for a family and entertaining, but it unfolds as one walks through it with little
surprises around every corner. However, we also recognized that the 1989 renovation
had either removed some original features or added ones that were not necessarily
complementary to the architectural style of the house nor of the quality that the house
deserved. We knew that at some point, we would undertake a project to thoughtfully
bring out the best of the house.
Our Exterior addi1ons and renova1ons- 2020-2023:
Our overall goals with this major renova3on of our home were to:
• Have all additions, renovations and design elements blend seamlessly with the
existing architecture. We wanted to feel as if the changes we would make would
look and feel as if they were always part of the home.
• Add to or modify the existing home to meet the needs of a modern family, while
retaining or adding back elements that would be consistent with the original
historical design of the home.
• Bring high-quality design elements and finishes to the home
We are substantially complete with this major interior and exterior project—as noted
below, there are a few items still in progress (wrought iron railings and fencing, exterior
lighting, new hardscape and additional landscaping.) We expect these last few items to
be complete by July.
Chip Hackley and his staff designed an architectural plan that exceeded all of our goals
and expectations with sensitivity to the original architecture, attention to detail and gave
us the elevated, functional living spaces contemporary life requires. These plans were
meticiulously executed by Tony Jurgeto and his talented team of tradesmen. All were
excellent, but the mason, was in particular, a true perfectionist and artist as his work
was critical to creating a seamless addition, detailed brickwork and design on corners,
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fireplace and more. And while yet to be implemented, the design Phil Rosborough and
his staff are creating for us will replace trees we’ve lost over the years and complement
the new outdoor spaces we’ve created.
Addi3ons:
• Northeast corner: Added 2 car garage, mudroom, cubbie room, closets, storage,
powder room and expanded the butler pantry including adding a walk-in pantry.
Eliminated the circle driveway. Please note:
o the roof line of the addition mimics the pitch and design of the original
home.
o Corner brick work identical to original home
o We learned our home is clad in a combination of Milwaukee Cream and
Chicago Common brick. Our masons searched numerous brickyards in
the Midwest to find enough reclaimed brick to beautifully match the
original house.
o Selected solid wood carriage garage doors (and replaced contemporary
west side garage doors) to be more consistent with original design of 1945
garage and the architectural style of the home.
• Back room (now a family room)
o Expanded the back room, (which was originally a screened porch when
the house was built), replacing 1989 rear windows and sliding door with
custom triple French doors that are identical to the original ones in the
living room and other areas of the house.
o Replaced aluminum siding installed in 1989 with reclaimed brick to match
the original house. Corner brick treatment consistent with original house.
o Also, expanded terrace above this room and replaced “mock” French
doors which were installed in the 1989 renovation with true French doors
opening on to the terrace off of two bedrooms.
o Still in progress: waiting for a custom wrought iron railing to be installed
around this 2nd floor terrace.
• Replaced all windows and French doors with high-end custom architect series
windows, keeping original casement style and divided light.
o Added 3 custom French doors with juliette balconies to the master
bedroom and bathroom, matching the 3 sets of original living room doors.
o Still in progress—waiting for custom iron railings for balconies.
• East side of house:
o As part of kitchen renovation, moved basement stairs to the north which
allowed us to incorporate the gazebo into the kitchen as a sitting area.
o Added a two-sided fireplace. (Interior fireplace is in the keeping
room/kitchen eating area.)
o Reclad the gazebo with brick to match the house. (when built in 1990,
they used a flat yellow brick.)
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o Note the articulation of the east façade—it was important to us that the
addition did not look like a simple box added on to the corner of the house.
• West side of house:
o Added arbor and lighting over existing garages and replaced garage doors
with solid wood carriage doors—two design elements consistent with the
1945 original garage.
• Other exterior work:
o Replaced front door with custom solid oak door with divided light
complementing original French doors and windows.
o Completely re-built original chimneys, replacing chimney caps with
terracotta ones almost identical to originals.
o Replaced entire roof with cedar shake and copper flashing
o Still in progress:
§ New exterior lighting (Bevelo copper lanterns; fireplace will have
gas lanterns)
§ Rebuild and expand 1922 original flagstone terrace off the back,
reusing the original stone
§ New flagstone terrace and walkways on east side of house by new
fireplace, connecting to back terrace.
§ New driveway with granite cobblestone edging and aprons.
§ Additional landscaping which will include several hardwood and
evergreen trees.
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5/24/23, 1:40 PM Jacob McGavock Dickinson Jr Obituary - Newspapers.com
The Tennessean
Nashville, Tennessee • Sat, Mar 16, 1963
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Jacob McGavock Dickinson Jr Obituary
© 2023 Newspapers.com™ by Ancestry®. All rights reserved.
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3. Brief Description of the Project (use extra page if needed):
The restoration of 656 Ardsley was a comprehensive 3-year project that restored
both the interior and the exterior of the home. The exterior was restored from a
partially adapted tudor style to reflect the original French Normandy style, as the
architecture suggests. Additionally, the original double-door entrance has been
restored, and the breezeway between the house and the garage has been adapted
to ensure the original character of the main house is preserved. See attached
document for many more details.
May, 2023
4. Approximate date of project completion: _________________________________________
5. Name, address, phone number and email of nominator:
6. Photos enclosed
7. Signature of property owner:
Questions? Call or email Christopher Marx: 847.716.3587 or cmarx@winnetka.org
Please submit this form together with photographs and other documentation no later than
Friday, May 26, 2023. Electronically submitted nominations and photographs are the preferred
form of submission. Please email nominations to cmarx@winnetka.org. Otherwise, please mail
to:
Winnetka Preservation Awards
Attn: Christopher Marx, Community Development Department
Winnetka Village Hall
510 Green Bay Road
Winnetka, Illinois 60093
Rules:
1. Nominate your own property or as many projects as you like, as long as you get the
owner to sign the form.
2. The project must have been completed within the past five years.
3. Entries for restoration or rehabilitation must include at least one "before" and one
"after" photo. New construction entries need only have the completed project
photograph.
4. Single-family residential, commercial, multi-family, and public/institutional properties
are eligible.
5. Exterior projects only.
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Overall Style
The exterior was restored from a former partially adapted tudor style to reflect the original French Normandy style
architecture, as architect Chip Hackley explained. The artificial tudor beams were removed and replaced with
stucco and natural stone. The old chimney, which was in disrepair, was shortened slightly to match the proportions
of the house and covered in matching stone. Dark brown windows were replaced with a traditional French Norman
gray-blue to complement the patina of the copper turret.
BEFORE
AFTER
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Main Entrance
Although there are not available historical photos, the original entrance was most likely a grand double-door
entrance to match the arch within the architecture.
Prior owners decades ago apparently replaced the original doors with a single door that was offset from the center
framing arch to retrofit a first-floor powder room. (The “before” picture shows the small window added on the left
that looked into the added powder room from the front steps.)
This entrance has now been restored with a hand-carved double wooden door that is in keeping with what the
original doors likely would have been.
BEFORE
AFTER
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Breezeway Integration
A decades-prior alteration to this home included adding a breezeway to link the main house with the garage;
however, it resulted in artificially lengthening the look of the home and taking away from the character of the main
original house. Additionally, after further renovations to adapt the existing kitchen to more modern standards, the
interior floor plan resulted in winding turns to get from the kitchen to the garage.
The current restoration entirely re-engineered the breezeway to visually separate the garage and the main house by
adding an all-copper roof to the breezeway. Breaking up the roofline now allows the original character of the main
house to be visually apparent, while still providing the modern convenience of a connected garage.
BEFORE
We do not have a great picture of the original
breezeway exterior, but it is to the right of the
garage and has the same stucco and roof,
resulting in a very long architectural look.
AFTER
The breezeway was rebuilt to be an
intentional architectural feature. The roof of
the breezeway is copper, designed to match
the turret. While the roof currently looks
brown, it will develop a patina in the next
few years to match the turret of the main
house.
Stone trim was added to the exterior of the
new masonry family room fireplace.
A side entrance was added to provide an
informal, welcoming family entrance to the
home, along with the warmth of window
boxes.
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Additionally, the breezeway floorplan from the main house to the garage was straightened and rebuilt as if it was
intended to be there from the start. Now upon opening the garage door and entering the home, one is greeted with a
warm, welcoming and highly practical large and vaulted breezeway with four large hand-painted closets for a
myriad of coats, gloves, shoes, and backpacks, along with a large sports closet to store sports equipment and
bicycles.
BEFORE
The breezeway was built around an existing concrete
stairway to the basement and resulted in twists and turns to
get from the garage to the kitchen. Additionally, there was
little room for coats or personal belongings.
AFTER
After a months-
long search,
these doors
were purchased
from a French
antique door
importer to
provide a
welcoming
vista into the
main home.
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Back Terrace.
Given a home of this size in the 1920s, it is likely that there was a larger terrace in the back that would have been
used for entertaining in warmer months.
BEFORE: The back yard included an old stone wall that
was unfortunately in disrepair.
AFTER: A new terrace was installed that incorporated some of the old stone from the original wall. A lily pond
was added outside of the new kitchen dining area, in addition to a cocktail pool (large spa). English roses imported
from David Austin Roses have been planted surrounding the terrace to create a rose garden coming out of the
sunroom French doors.
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While in recent years many “man caves” are subterranean, 100 years it would have been unthinkable to entertain in
a basement. In addition to preserving the home itself, the reclamation of the Speakeasy also reclaims the
sophisticated tradition of entertaining in a Billiards Room that overlooks the grounds.
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Kitchen
Part of the art of renovation and restoration is knowing when renovation is not the right answer and a rebuild is
needed. The kitchen fell into that category.
The existing kitchen was built for another era
and was small in relation to the scale of the
house, especially given the modern-day
importance of the kitchen as the heart of the
home.
The former kitchen eating area (shown above with
the orange chairs) was repurposed to be a kids’
study room with built-in desks and cabinets on
either side. Pocket doors were custom made to
match the existing walnut doors throughout the
home.
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A new luxurious, modern-day kitchen was built as an addition onto the back of the house, taking advantage of the
vista overlooking the back yard, the new lily pond, streaming sunlight, and sunsets. 200-year-old reclaimed beams
provide a sense of history.
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A new stone masonry fireplace adds warmth and charm, while also reflecting the arched design of the preserved
living room fireplace.
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The original thick exterior wall of the home provided
some opportunities to create deep storage compartments
in the LaMatina (“the morning”), where the family
makes cups of coffee and toast in the morning…
… As well as expertly engineered spice racks,
hidden behind gliding stone slabs that flank either side of
the 10-burner stove.
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Butlers Pantry
A Butlers Pantry did not exist in the prior floorplan, so one was designed to seamlessly integrate into the renovated
plans. Incorporating the beauty of the abundant peonies in the spring gardens, a textured tile with blossoming
peonies was chosen as the backdrop for the stone counter.
AFTER (did not exist before)
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Butlers Pantry (AFTER)
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Office
BEFORE: The office had beautiful charm
with a unique barrel ceiling, but the floor
was sinking and the heat did not work.
The office was restored to
be a beautiful, yet
functional, office, with new
indirect lighting, radiant
heated stone floors, and
new French doors to open
onto the landscaping
outside.
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A custom-made mosaic tile was created to surround the fireplace and replace what appeared to be a retrofit from a
few decades ago. The hydrangea pattern is a nod to the many old hydrangeas in the outside gardens.
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The Staircase Project
The original staircase between the first, second, and third floors flows beautifully and is a demonstration of the
craftsmanship used when the house was first built.
However, when the breezeway was straightened and redesigned, it covered the old cement stairway to the
basement, introducing the problem of where to relocate the stairway to the lower level. Given that this lower level
was updated during the renovation to modern-day standards to include a sports area, home theatre/technology play
room, and full catering kitchen, it made sense to integrate the lower-level stairway with the main stairway used for
the rest of the home. With this change, the staircase would reach all four floors in a continuous curve nestled into
the turret, and kids could easily go down to play without needing to go into the breezeway first.
The challenge was to find a craftsman who could custom-make a lower-level staircase that looked as if it had been
there from the start. The results were stunning!
AFTER: The 100-year-old main floor staircase off the foyer.
AFTER” The new staircase leading from the main
floor down to the lower level. Note the beautifully
matched curved banister.
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The new staircase naturally integrates all four floors.
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Meanwhile, the living room, while beautiful, felt dark and a bit asymmetrical, given the unusually long and dark
paneled wall to the right of the entry.
BEFORE
A long wooden paneled wall ran along the
right side, making the room feel dark.
BEFORE
This photo is taken from the other side of
the room. If you look past the fireplace on
the left side in this photo, you can see the
unusually long stretch of dark paneling.
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The living room now has a balanced and symmetrical feel to it with two sets of French doors on either side that
match and face each other. The room is flooded with natural light from all sides.
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Preservation
When one takes on an immense restoration project, it can be difficult to know when something should not be
updated, tweaked, painted, repurposed, or changed.
The original living room hand-carved paneling is counter to today’s fashion of “bright and white.” Several
decorators and real estate agents shared their opinions that the dark paneling should be painted white for today’s
aesthetics.
The owners disagreed, as they felt there is a real sense of history with the woodwork just as it is, and has always
been, for over 300 years.
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The walls at 656 Ardsley hold history in them. For almost 100 years generations of families who have lived in this
special home have gone about their daily work of careers and raising families amidst the fears and triumphs of life,
including major world and local events, minor world and local events that seemed major at the time, and personal
stories of struggles and joys that we may never know.
And every day for 100 years, the sun has gone down on yet another day outside this home, with the certainty of it
rising again tomorrow. How many people have watched the sunset from this same window with gratitude for living
in this home and with hopes for tomorrow?
Living in a historic home is not only about the architectural significance of the home, but it is also about the
wisdom of these walls, forever confidentially holding the many conversations of people who have enjoyed living in
the Village of Winnetka and specifically within these storied walls of 656 Ardsley Road.
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656 Ardsley Road
Winnetka, IL 60093
Owners: Linda and David Maclachlan
Architect: Chip Hackley
General Contractor: Jim VandeLogt
Designer: Laura Lange
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