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Summary
Roddis, Hamilton and Catherine, House
1108 East Fourth Street, Marshfield, Wood County
Date of construction: 1914
Architect: Gus Krasin
In 1900, Hamilton Roddis assumed the position of secretary/treasurer of the Roddis Lumber and Veneer Company in Marshfield. In 1920, he became the company's president. By 1960, Hamilton Roddis had expanded his father's company to 3500 employees and sales in excess of $59 million. During World War II, the Roddis company supplied yellow birch veneer to Britain for the construction of more than 6000 De Havilland Mosquito Bombers. The company also produced plywood for Howard Hughes' HK-1 Flying Boat known as the Spruce Goose.
Hamilton and Catherine Roddis began the construction of the three story Dutch Colonial Revival house in 1914. The local paper noted that the modern mansion would contain twelve rooms and would cost in excess of $13,000. The house showcased many of the Roddis Lumber and Veneer Company's products.
The house was suited for entertaining. The ballroom under the gambrel roof was the site of many parties. Summer gatherings took place in the large screened porch off of the living room. In addition, the first floor included large living and dining rooms and a library.
The Roddis House is a private home. Please respect the rights and privacy of the residents.
Property Details
| Criteria | Architecture/Engineering,Person |
|---|---|
| Area Of Significance | Architecture,Industry |
| Period of Significance | 1914-1960 |
| Architectural Style | Colonial Revival |
| Architect | Krasin, Gus A. |
| Resource Type | Building |
| Historic Use | Single Dwelling |
Resources Within The Property
| Contributing Buildings | 1 |
|---|---|
| Contributing Sites | 0 |
| Contributing Structures | 0 |
| Contributing Objects | 0 |
| Non-Contributing Buildings | 1 |
| Non-Contributing Sites | 0 |
| Non-Contributing Structures | 0 |
| Non-Contributing Objects | 0 |
Designations
| Historic Status | Listed in the State Register |
|---|---|
| National Historic Landmark Listing Date | Apr 18, 2008 |
| Historic Status | Listed in the National Register |
| National Historic Landmark Listing Date | Nov 12, 2008 |
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4894 Mill St
100004667
Located in Town of Laona, Forest County
305 West Third Street
08000841
Located in Marshfield, Wood County
