(Encyclopedia) Chrysler Building, in midtown Manhattan, New York City, at Lexington Ave. between 42d and 43d St. The ultimate art deco-style skyscraper, it was commissioned by Walter P. Chrysler,…
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CHRYSLER, Dick, a Representative from Michigan; born in St. Paul, Minn., April 29, 1942; graduated Brighton High School; vice-president, Hurst Performance; founder and president Cars and…
New York, N.Y.Designed in 1903 by Daniel Burnham photo by Carol M. Highsmith The American Institute of Architects and Harris Interactive selected Flatiron Building as one of…
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Despite its role as a coequal branch of government, the Supreme Court was not provided with a building of its own until 1935, the 146th…