The Autobiography of an Idea · Character
Major William Le Baron Jenney
A pioneering architect and engineer in Chicago.
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Also known as Billy, Jenney, Major Jenney
First appearance: XI: Chicago
Major William Le Baron Jenney shows up with force in XI: Chicago. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Architect of the Portland Block; Louis inquires about him and learns the building was actually designed by a draftsman named Cudell.
Major William Le Baron Jenney first appears in 0011 xi chicago.
In XI: Chicago: Architect of the Portland Block; Louis inquires about him and learns the building was actually designed by a draftsman named Cudell.
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