Clem Labine
The Hijacking of 'Modern'
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Kim O'Connell
Time for a Rededicated World War I Memorial
"Earlier this month, the last surviving veteran of World War I, Frank Buckles, turned 109."
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Steven W. Semes
 Spanish Interlude
"The award of this year's Richard Driehaus Prize to Spanish architect Rafael Manzano Martos is notable ... for his work in the restoration of historic monuments and – significantly
– the addition in similar style of new work in historic settings."
Dan Cooper
Montauk McMansions
“ ...in 100 years hence, are the residents of East Smudgely, VT, going to mandate preservation restrictions on polyurethane crown moldings?”
Rudy Christian
 A Voice for Preservation
"Part of the problem is a lack of networking among organizations.... Instead, for the most part, we're preaching to the choir." Read more.
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