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Capitol Theatre Under Construction
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Steel frame of the Capitol Theatre, early in its construction. The steel work was done by J.C. Theilacker Co. Milwaukee, American Bridge Company. A church steeple is in the distance on the left.
April 12, 1927
McVicar, Angus Boyd, 1903-1964
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Capitol Theatre Steel Frame
April 12, 1927
View from roof of the steel frame of the Capitol Theatre, located at 211 State Street in it's initial construction. The work was done by J.C. Theilacker Co. Milwaukee, American Bridge Company.
Capitol Theatre Construction
April 2, 1927
View of the early construction of the Capitol Theatre showing the steel frame of the building.
Capitol Theatre Construction
May 2, 1927
Side view from the roof of Kruse's store, towards the Capitol Theatre under construction, of steel frame of structure.
Capitol Theatre Construction
March 1, 1927
Early view of the construction of the Capitol Theatre revealing the steel frame of the building. Two men are working on the right.
Capitol Theatre Under Construction
August 3, 1927
View from the balcony of the Capitol Theatre auditorium under construction, looking toward the stage.
State Street View of Capitol Theatre Construction
June 3, 1927
Elevated view above State Street of the Capitol Theatre, with construction nearly completed.
