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Campus Landmarks Face Death, circa March 1973
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
A Marquette Tribune article that provides a history of the Plankinton mansions and explains why they were being torn down, March 14, 1973.
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The entryway of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, during its time as the Knights of Columbus Building, circa October 1979
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
Detail view of the main entryway of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, during its time as the Knights of Columbus Building, circa October 1979.
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Walkway leading to the main entrance to the Knights of Columbus building, circa 1979
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
Walkway leading to the main entrance to the Knights of Columbus building in the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, circa October 1979.
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Preservationists seek injuction to save Knight, 1978
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
A Marquette Tribune article about a preservation group taking steps to save the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, September 29, 1978.
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The Plankinton mansion, during the time it was used as the Knights of Columbus Building, 1978
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
The south facade of the storybook like Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, during the time it was used by the Knights of Columbus organization, April 19, 1978.
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Journal, Wisconsin Heritages Cry 'foul!' at planned 'mercy-killing' of dying Knight, 1978
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
Marquette Tribune article discussing the inevitable destruction of the Elizabeth Plankinton and people who were against these actions, July 26, 1978.
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Elizabeth Plankinton Residence
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
Reprint of a Milwaukee Magazine article about the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, describing the history of the building and providing photographs of some of the more notable architectural details.
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South facade of the Knights of Columbus Building (formerly the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion)
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
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A window of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion is boarded up wtih an old Knights of Columbus sign at the time of the building's destruction, 1980
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
At the time of its destruction in October 1980, a window of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion is boarded up with an old Knights of Columbus sign advertising an October 1968 open house.
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Aerial view of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion as seen from the west side of the building
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
Aerial view of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion as seen from the west side of the building. The Knights of Columbus addition is visible at the rear of the building; the Jesuit Residence and Walter Schroeder Hall are visible to the west in the...
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A side entrance to an addition to the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, circa 1979
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
Side entrance to an addition to the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, added by the Knights of Columbus while they used the building, circa October 1979.
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Old Plankinton Mansion Revisited, 1978
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
A Milwaukee Journal article outlining the history of the Elizabeth Plankinton mansion and discussing its architectural features, September 3, 1978.
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Entrance to the Knights of Columbus addition to the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, at the time of the building's razing, 1980
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
Entrance to the Knights of Columbus addition to the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, at the time of the building's razing, October 1980.
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The attic of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion is filled with cast-off building supplies, circa 1980
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
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View of the south facade of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion during the building's destruction, 1980
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
View of the south facade of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion during the building's destruction, October 1980.
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Hilltop, 1974, vol. 60
Marquette University - Periodicals; Marquette University - Students - Yearbooks; College Yearbooks
Hilltop Yearbooks, 1915-1996

The Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion crumbles into a huge pile of rubble, 1980
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
The Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion crumbles into a huge pile of rubble during the demolition process, October 1980.
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View of the southeast corner of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, circa November 1973
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
A view of the south and east facades of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, which housed the Knights of Columbus for the majority of its life, cirac November 1973.
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The Elizabeth Plankinton mansion, as viewed from North 15th Street, circa November 1973
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
View of the west facade of the Elizabeth Plankinton mansion, as it was seen from North 15th Street, circa November 1973.
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View of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, covered in snow one March day
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
The Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, photographed while it was covered in snow one March day.
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The Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, with McCormick Hall in the background, circa November 1973
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
View of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion from the southeast, with McCormick Hall in the background, circa November 1973.
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Detail view of the west side of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, as seen from North 15th Street, 1979
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
Detail view of the west side of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, as seen from what was once North 15th Street, October 1979.
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Plankinton falls; razing prompts many questions, 1980
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
A Marquette Tribune article about the unexpected demolition of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, October 15, 1980.
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Detail view of the south facade of the Elizabeth Plankinton mansion, circa 1979
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
Detail view of the south facade of the Elizabeth Plankinton mansion, showing the Knights of Columbus sisgn and the relationship to McCormick Hall, circa October 1979.
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The east facade of the Elizabeth Plankinton mansion, circa Novmeber 1973
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
The east facade of the Elizabeth Plankinton mansion, which exhibits its ornate Romanesque features, including a turret and porte cochere, circa November 1973.
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Northeast view of the first floor main hall staircase in the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, circa 1973
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
Northeast view of the first floor main hall staircase in the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, displaying the intricate woodwork of the stairs and ceiling, which was found throughout the home, circa November 1973.
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A close-up view of an attic window of the Elizabeth Plankinton mansion, circa 1980
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
A close-up view of a window in the Elizabeth Plankinton mansion, providing a closer look at some of the unique architectural features of the building, circa 1980.
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The south facade of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion during the demolition process, 1980
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
The south facade of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion during the demolition process, October 1980.
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Individuals protest the demolition of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion at the corner of 15th Street and West Wisconsin Avenue, 1980
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
Individuals protest the demolition of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, which was demolished before the proper permits were acquired, on the corner of 15th Street and West Wisconsin Avenue, October 1980.
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Onlookers stand close by as demolition occurs at the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, 1980
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
Onlookers stand close by as demolition occurs at the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, October 1980. One individual holds a poster that reads, "Where are you Mayer Maier?"
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A bulldozer destroys part of the east side of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, 1980
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
A bulldozer destroys part of the east side of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, October 1980.
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An unidentified gentleman is interviewed by a news crew at the site of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, 1980
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
An unidentified gentleman is interviewed by a news crew at the site of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, October 1980. In the background, the building is in a partial state of destruction.
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A bulldozer stands beside a pile of rubble that once was a part of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, 1980
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
A bulldozer stands beside a pile of rubble that once was a part of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, October 1980.
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A bulldozer works at demolishing the south facade of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, 1980
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
A bulldozer works at demolishing the south facade of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, October 1980. Visible in the background is McCormick Hall.
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The Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, as viewed from the south across Wisconsin Avenue
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
The Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, as viewed from the south across Wisconsin Avenue. Memorial Library is visible at the right.
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The Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, as seen from the corner of North 15th Street and West Wisconsin Avenue
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
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A woman tends to the hedge along the walkway in front of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, circa 1890
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
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The Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion stands next to McCormick Hall along West Wisconsin Avenue, circa 1970
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
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Dozer wins this round
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
A Milwaukee Journal article about the demolition of the Elizabeth Plankinton mansion, October 12, 1980.
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The south facade of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, during its time as home to the Knights of Columbus
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
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The Lost Love Mansion, 1972
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
A short article, with several pictures, which discusses the history and architecture of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, published in New Day, March 18, 1972.
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A view from the landing at the top top of the staircase in the Elizabeth Plankinton mansion, 1980
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
A view from the landing at the top top of the staircase in the Elizabeth Plankinton mansion, March 12, 1980. Examples of decorative woodwork are visible, as is physical damage to the building.
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Last Chance to Save the Mansion, 1980
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
An advertisement from Wisconsin Heritages, Inc. asking people to make donations in order to save the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion. The advertisement ran in the Milwaukee Sentinel, September 8, 1980.
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Plankinton demolition began before permits were issued, 1980
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
Milwaukee Sentinel article looking at the suspicious circumstances concerning the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion's demolition, October 15, 1980
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Remembering the Plankinton, 1981
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
A Marquette Tribune article reminiscing about the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion and its time on the Marquette University campus, October 9, 1981.
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Council to investigate demolition, 1980
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
A Marquette Tribune article about the Milwaukee Common Council investigating the unexpected demolition of the Elizabeth Plankinton mansion, October 15, 1980.
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Wrecking of mansion stirs anger, 1980
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
A Milwaukee Sentinel article about opposition and anger towards those choosing to demolish the Elizabeth Plankinton mansion, October 13, 1980.
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The south facade of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, as as it was seen from West Wisconsin Avenue
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
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Interior of the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, showing signs of disrepair, including falling plaster, circa 1980
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
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Northeast view of the first floor main hall staircase and fireplace in the Elizabeth Plankinton Mansion, circa 1980
Architecture -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; College campuses -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Historic buildings --Wisconsin -- Milwaukee; Universities and colleges -- Wisconsin -- Milwaukee;
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