Nestled in the Loess Hills; Council Bluffs grew from a frontier settlement of wickiups and log cabins. The outpost boomed as a gateway to the West when gold was discovered in California in 1849. The Pacific House and the Ogden House became landmark hotels for the transient population. Meanwhile; residents thrived and cultivated a bustling city with the Masonic Hall; Dohany�s Opera House and the Merriam block. None of these once iconic buildings remains today. Author S.M. Senden explores the perpetual rebirth of Council Bluffs through its most important buildings and relates a still unfolding story.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Time travel at Iowa State UniversityBy Brian SteenThis is a must read history for anyone whos ever spent time at Iowa State Universitys campus town or "Dogtown". I was a student there 1968-73 and frequented Dogtown for food and entertainment (e.g.. Jane Fonda in Barbarella!) I think most students never thought about the areas history. just accepting it "as is" during whatever time they were there.Anthonys book allowed me look back on my own history and to imagine the early days in 1906-07 when my grandfather was an ISC student living on Knapp St. and rode the "Dinkey" train to downtown Ames.A good author transports his reader and that happened on every page for me!1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. A Good ReadBy Kim SmithDespite working at ISU for 20 years. I had no knowledge about how Campustown developed as the university grew. You might think that subject wouldnt be interesting. But Capps well-written book tells a fascinating story. The historical photos are wonderful. I highly recommend this book.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. An Excellent BookBy Curt SytsmaThis book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of Iowa State University.
