30 Dec 1931
Page 32
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Newspaper
The Spectator
Location
Joliet, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1931
Page
32
The article details the evolution of the Powers Thompson Construction Co from Keltie Stone Co and Newkirk and Powers, highlighting contributions to Joliet bridges, rails, and concrete works. It notes key figures Newkirk Powers Thompson Jennings and the 350000 capital, plus major projects in Joliet and the Calumet district.
A historical note describes a circuit judge connected to YMCA building foundations in Illinois and mentions projects in the loop district including bridges over Broadway and West Jefferson. It traces Powers career from early days in Wilmington to roles with Chicago and Alton railway and later Elgin Joliet and Eastern Railway, ending with his 1908 resignation.
The text outlines a career spanning architectural work, the E and N W Railway engineering department, and Joliet with the E J B railway in 1902. It notes his 1918 resignation as assistant chief engineer of the E J E railway and his move to Powers Thompson Construction Co as general manager and chief engineer.
A note recalls a past event dating 24 years prior in Germany and mentions a marriage in Chicago 14 years ago. The fragment notes a person's life events across two locations with no further details.
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