Year built: 1928
Architect:y E. M Tucker, Mauran, Russell & Crowell
Photo date: 1925
Electric equipment provided by Westinghouse.
Fun fact: Was originally intended to reach 35 floors, but construction was stopped at the 23rd floor because of the Great Depression.
Excerpt from the NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES analysis:
"[...]features a roughly U-shaped plan above the second story moderated by a
series of setbacks. Prominent ribs at every second bay emphasize the vertical thrust of
the building. The Gothic Revival style is conveyed through the ribs, which terminate in
spires above the rooflines, but detailing and the overall massing is more closely identified
with the Art Deco style. The exterior surface is clad with white terra cotta which is
notable for its rippled, frosting-like texture. The rear ofthe building, which faces east, is
blond brick. The main entrance at 13th Street is within the two-story base; at the second
story above the front door is a half-scale relief sculpture which features a locomotive
engine, images of railroad employees, and an eagle (the symbol of the Missouri Pacific
line for many years). Historic interior spaces include the lobby and some of the executive
offices at the top two stories. Most of the other spaces have been modernized and do not
retain integrity. The exterior retains excellent integrity with the exception of replacement
windows throughout and granite infill panels at the first story storefronts. The building
appears to be in good condition. .[...]"
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