All of the homes are extant; the publishers regret the absence in the history of many grand old homes no longer in existence.
The homes first appeared in a weekly series in the Fort Dodge Messenger. The photographer’s skill reflects the hobby of Allen R. Loomis, Fort Dodge industrialist, whose grandparents—the A. R. Loomises and the Leon Vincents—were prominent business and cultural leaders in the earlier-day Fort Dodge.
The histories were written by Karl F. Haugen, retired City Editor of the Messenger. Mr. Haugen devoted many hours studying state, county and city records, and interviewed scores of persons.
To Mr. Haugen and Mr. Loomis, as well as to all who so graciously and cheerfully cooperated with them, the publishers extend a grateful thank-you.
BLANDEN FEDERATION OF ARTS
FEBRUARY 6, 1975
HISTORIC HOMES
of Fort Dodge, Iowa
THE O. M. OLESON HOME
The O. M. Oleson home
1020 3rd Avenue South
O. M. Oleson, pioneer pharmacist and philanthropist, erected this large three-story brick residence with green tile roof in 1906.