John W. Ross (Iowa architect)

Not to be confused with John W. Ross (North Dakota architect).

John Wesley Ross (June 18, 1830 - June 20, 1914) was an architect in Davenport, Iowa.[1] Originally of Westfield, Massachusetts, Ross moved to Davenport in 1874[1] where he designed several prominent structures. His son, Albert Randolph Ross, was a draughtsman in John W. Ross's office during 1884-7, and became a notable architect in his own right.[2] Ross designed several buildings that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP).

Works

His works include:

References

  1. 1 2 3 Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs - State Historical Society of Iowa. "Iowa Site Inventory Form: Davenport City Hall" (PDF). Davenport Public Library. Retrieved 2011-05-04.
  2. John William Leonard, Albert Nelson Marquis. Who's who in America, Volume 4: Albert Randolph Ross.
  3. 1 2 3 4 5 National Park Service (2009-03-13). "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service.
  4. Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs / State Historical Society of Iowa. "Iowa Site Inventory Form: Hose Station No. 1". Davenport Public Library.


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