Ruth E. Moore papers, 1955-1970.

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Ruth E. Moore papers, 1955-1970.

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Published newspaper articles, reports, studies, and other papers written by Ruth Moore concerning city planning and community matters in Chicago (Ill.), many written under her byline for the Chicago Sun-Times, where she was a reporter, ca. 1950-1970. Miss Moore also served on the Commission on Chicago Historical and Architectural Landmarks. Topics include urban renewal, historic landmarks preservation, transportation, housing, and other urban affairs in Chicago and elsewhere. Buildings discussed include the Auditorium Theater, the Chicago Stock Exchange Building, and the Garrick Theater in Chicago.

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