The Cross House was built in 1894. It is located at 526 Union Street, in Emporia, Kansas. I purchased the house in March 2014.
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The Cross House, Emporia, designed by architect Charles W. Squires.
Inching Alo…EEK!
All this was caused by issues with the built-in gutter. I think I know why. And I think I can fix the problem. But all that will be a bit later down the road. I do not actually get freaked out about this type of discovery. No, rather I am just upset about…
Continue ReadingInching Along…comfortably
All this means that I will only need go up the ladder once a day. And down once a day. I loathe going up/down a ladder a hundred times to do a job. And it is dangerous. The new deck allows safety and comfort. Ross happy. It is not just the…
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When we were in parlor Leslie admitted that she had not at all been sure about my decorative scheme. “I didn’t get it. But, in person, I love it! It’s just gorgeous! I also love how well done it all is!” Obviously, Leslie is my newest best friend.
Continue ReadingA COLORFUL INVENTORY. A DAZZLING INVENTORY.
The Cross House has 42 stained-glass windows. This is extraordinary. I have never been in an old house that had so many. The windows are the glory of the house, and were designed by Charles Squires, the architect of the Cross House. Yet, when I purchased the house in 2014, the windows were literally falling…
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