Some random trivia

2/8/07, 5:22 AM #1

Rob Sandow
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Some random trivia

I haven't posted here much lately, but I ran across this tidbit the other day.

The oldest building in the United States outside of New York City, that is at least 12 stories tall, has a wood connection. What and where is the building, and what is the connection?

Hint, the building is not made of wood.

Rob

Re: Some random trivia

2/8/07, 1:51 PM #2

Robert Englebrecht
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Re: Some random trivia

Is it in North America?

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2/8/07, 2:01 PM #3

Gary Smyth
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The question has so many possibilities it has me addled. I think the basis has to do with potting soil but there are also ties to train cars, retail, and entertainment.

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2/8/07, 3:48 PM #4

Ron Bauman
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2/8/07, 8:02 PM #5

Dan Donaldson
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Hint?

Good question, so far I don't have a clue ;-)

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I have been woodworking for about 25 years now, and would consider myself an enthusiastic amateur. My claim to fame (or infamy) has always been fixing stuff. I spent time in the Air Force in the 60's then went to work as an electronic technician for civil service. I finally got my EE, and being fed up with the civil service nonsense, took a job with Ford Motor Company until I went with the split to Visteon last year. I got interested in music and started playing in a bluegrass band. I wanted a new guitar, and that kind of led me into woodworking. I bought some books, a few tools, and built a guitar. Luckily, I didn't know any better than to try that as a first ever project. I still play it when I get a chance, so it must not be too bad if it can live for over 20 years. After a stint in Mexico for my job, I moved into a new house and built a small shop. Since then I have been collecting tools and skills, probably more of the former than the latter ;-). Finding this site has done more for my skills and enjoyment than anything else. I have learned a lot and really enjoy the friendships that I have made here. I have been married to LOML (Lori) for 32 years now and have 6 kids. When they are all gone, I want to get a 1 bedroom house (so there is not room for them to move back in) and at least a 6 car heated/air conditioned garage for a shop. (Dream on...)

Re: Some random trivia

2/9/07, 4:49 PM #6

Rob Sandow
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Answer

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lumber_Exchange_Building

Re: Some random trivia

2/9/07, 4:50 PM #7

Rob Sandow
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Re: Answer with working link. sorry *LINK*

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lumber_Exchange_Building

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