Mississippi State House, Jackson, Miss. 1901-1903

This is a large scrapbook album which includes 49 eight-inch by ten-inch photographs of the construction of Mississippi’s New Capitol building, taken between 1900 and 1903. The original photographs are included in a specially-created album which belonged to R. A. Dean, a member of the Mississippi State House Commission. This appears to be one of a very small number of albums created for various officials and dignitaries in 1903 to mark the completion of the building. In addition to exterior photos of the demolition of the old state penitentiary and the construction of the new building, a number of the images document the finished interior chambers, corridors and staircases. Also included are a brief introductory description of the new building, a list of State House Commission members, a photograph of the architects, an index of the photographs, a floor plan of one floor of the building, descriptions of the pediment and the contents of the corner stone, and one exterior view of the Old Capitol. Also included is Dean’s official 1903 invitation to the laying of the corner stone, with notations on the back of the invitation which state Dean was a major during the Civil War.

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Album Descriptive

This typed description of the album is yellowed paper mounted on black paper. The description reads "Descriptive Mississippi's New Capital is, architecturally speaking, the most important and the most prominent public building in the South. It is erected on the site formerly occupied by the State Penitentiary, a rectangle about 750 ft. square, on an eminence overlooking the country for a considerable distance. The main facade is to the south, the main entrance centering with Congress Street. The length of the building is 402 feet from east to west, the width through center pavilion is 225 ft, and the central dome rises 180 feet above the grade line established at the main entrance. They style adopted is renaissance. The building is illuminated with 4750 incandescent lights and heated by steam, both steam and electricity being generated in the basement. It is fireproof. The foundations are of concrete walls of Indiana limestone with a base of Georgia granite. The dome is of terra cotta. Twelve different kinds of real marble and a large quantity of scagliola and enamel tiles were used on the interior walls and floors. Actual work was begun in March 1901 and in July 1905 the building was accepted from the General Contractors."
Album Index

This typed index of the album is yellowed paper mounted on black paper. The index reads "Index: Page 7. The completed Sate House 8. The old State House 9. The first Start 10. Scenes during Construction 11. Scenes during Construction 12. Under way 13. South Facade 14. Detail of South Facade 15. Detail Main Entrance 16. Detail of Porte Cochere 17. The North Entrance 18. Detail of North Entrance 19. Detail of North Facade 20. East Facade 21. Detail of Pavilions 22. Detail of Dome 23. The Rotunda 24. Detail of Rotunda 25. Detail of Rotunda 26. Interior of Dome 27. The Grand Stair Case 28. The First Landing 29. The Second Landing 30. Ceiling over Grand Staircase 31. First Story Corridor 32. Entrance to State Library 33. Lobby of State Library 34. Entrance to House of Representatives 36. Detail of House of Representatives 37. Senate 38. Detail of Senate 39. Detail of Senate 40. Governor's Reception Room 41. Anti-room to Governor's Apartments 42. The Third Story Corridor 43. The Historical Hall 44. Reception Room for Daughters of the Confederacy 45. The South Vestibule 46. Artists Model for Tympaturu Sculpture 47. A Distance View 48. Plan a Second Story 49. Corner Stone
Anti-Room to Governor's Apartments, New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features the ornate wood moldings, iron details, and decorative ceiling light fixture in the anti-room of the governor's apartments in the new state capitol building in Jackson, Mississippi. The photo is mounted on black paper.
Artist's Model for Tympanura Sculpture a the New State Capitol, Jackson Mississippi

This black and white photograph features a model of the Tympanura sculpture. The model is balanced on rolling carts with other sculptures, models, and busts on shelves behind it. The photo is mounted on black paper.
Ceiling over the Grande Staircase in the New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features the decorative moldings and arched ceiling over the grand staircase in the new state capitol building in Jackson, Mississippi. The photo is mounted on black paper.
Close-up Detail of Marble Columns and Decorative Moldings, Senate Room, New Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features a close-up detail shot of the marble columns, decorative moldings, and the interior domed ceiling of the Senate room in the Senate room of the new state capitol building in Jackson, Mississippi. The photo is mounted on black paper.
Close-up Detail of the Marble Columns, Senate Room, New State Capitol, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features a close-up detail of the marble columns in the senate room of the new state capitol in Jackson, Mississippi. The photo is mounted on black paper.
Close-up Detail of Windows Inside the House of Representatives in the New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features a close-up of the decorative moldings around the curved windows inside the House of Representatives in the new state capitol building in Jackson, Mississippi. The photo is mounted on black paper.
Close-up of the Details of the North Entrance to the New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features a close-up of the curved stairs leading to the north entrance of the new state capitol building. Decorative lights are set on the end of the railing where there two sets of stairs meet. The photograph is mounted on black paper.
Close-up of the North Entrance of the New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features the north main entrance to the new state capitol building. The entrance features a set of stairs from two directions that curve around to the front of the building. The front porch railing features decorate lights on each end of the railing. A man is seen sitting on the porch railing to the left. The photograph is mounted on black paper.
Close-up of the Porte Cochure on the South Facade of the New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features the porte cochure, or vehicle entrance, beneath the main entrance of the South Fa├ºade of the New State Capitol Building. Decorative lights are on the brick fa├ºade on either side. Windows with corbels in each top corner are seen above the porte cochure. The photo is mounted on black paper.
Close-up of the South Facade of the New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features a close-up of the entrance steps of the south fa├ºade of the new state capitol building, from the left. Six columns decorate the entrance and decorative light fixtures are affixed to the stair walls on either side of the steps leading to the entrance. An arched porte cochure or vehicle entrance with decorative lights on either side is in the brick facade beneath the main entrance. A man wearing a broad rimmed hat is sitting on the platform of the stair walls of the main entrance. The photo is mounted on black paper.
Close-up of the South Facade of the New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features a close-up of the entrance steps of the south facade of the new state capitol building, from the right. Six columns decorate the entrance and decorative light fixtures are affixed to the stair walls on either side of the steps leading to the entrance. The dome is featured above the entrance and end jutting from the facade features four columns. The photo is mounted on black paper.
Construction of the New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features the construction progress of the new state capital building; the lower portion of the building is complete and the there are various cranes and other construction materials in front. The photo is mounted on black paper.
Construction of the New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features several people gathered around a large mound of dirt and construction equipment. The photo is mounted on black paper.
Contents of Corner Stone, New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This is a list of the contents of the corner stone at the new state capitol building in Jackson, Mississippi. The contents are as follows: 1. A list of all State Officers, Judges and Chancellors, including members and officers of the Legislature. 2. A list of the Capitol Commissioners, officers, thereof, Architect and his assistants. 3. Report of Capitol Commission to Legislature. 4. Copy of the laws under which the Capitol was built. 5. Copies of daily Jackson newspapers of June 2nd. 6. Copies of the addresses delivered. 7. Copy of Mississippi Constitution, 1890. 8. Copies of Governor Longino's message tot he Legislature. 9. Pictures of Old and New Capitols. 10. Bible, furnished by the Masons. 11. A list of Masonic officers. 12. catalogues of State Educational Institutions. The list is mounted on black paper.
Description of "The Pediment" Sculpture, New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This is a typed description of the pediment sculpture at the new state capital building in Jackson, Mississippi. The description reads, " The Pediment is designed to typify all the arts, resources and industries of the State. The central figure, stately, majestic, seated upon a throne, her feet upon a bale of cotton and holding in her right hand the sword of empire and in her left the palm branch, is a personification of the great commonwealth of Mississippi. At her feet, close tot he bale of cotton, is the figure that represents the manufacturing industries of the state, displaying a roll of the finished fabric. The next figure, erect and intent, is science, near whom, in low relief, is the child, suggesting the future student of science. The succeeding figure is the sturdy blacksmith, with the wheel of the mechanic at his back. Seated on a low Greek settee, a sketch black in her hand, is Art, while the extended figure as the end portrays Fertility. At the left of the central figure stands Productiveness, the Horn of Plenty inverted as if to pure her abundance upon the State. The erect figure just beyond is History, behind whom in low relief, is the Indian, vanishing from the scene of action and yet forever linked with he history of Mississippi. Next in order stands the laborer, with his basket of newly picked cotton. Bending over her revolving wheel is poetry, her back turned upon the figures of two huntsmen, creeping cautiously upon their game. There all in all fourteen figures, twelve of which are high relief, the other two in low relief, the one of the child to suggest that which is to be and the one of the Indian to suggest that which has been. The Pediment was designed and modeled by Robert P. Bringhurst of St. Louis." The description is mounted on black paper.
Detail of Pavilions, New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features a close-up of the pavilions at the end of the new state capitol building in Jackson, Mississippi. The pavilions are lined with white columns. The front pavilion is "flat" while the side or end fa├ºade is rounded. The photo is mounted on black paper.
Detail of the Dome, New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features a close-up of the dome in the center of the building. The dome is lined with white columns and features intricate molding details. The dome is topped with ornamental eagle and ornamental details are seen various points of the roof ledges surrounding the dome. The photograph is mounted on black paper.
Doors and Light Fixtures in the South Vestibule, New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features three sets of doors with transom windows over them, globe style wall sconces between the doors, globe stile ceiling light fixtures and a window in the south vestibule of the new state capitol building in Jackson, Mississippi. The photo is mounted on black paper.
Drawing of the Mississippi State House

This black and white drawing depicts the Mississippi State House (the new state capitol building) in the center with the suggestion of tree tops underneath the building. The words "Mississippi State House" are lettered in an arch over the drawing and "1901 Jackson, Miss. 1903" are lettered beneath the drawing. The paper is bordered with two lines along the edges and is mounted on black paper.
Entrance to the House of Representatives

This black and white photograph features the black marble wall columns and decorative moldings leading to the entrance to the House of Representatives in the new state capitol building in Jackson, Mississippi. The photo is mounted on black paper.
Entrance to the State Library, New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features the entrance to the state library, including decorative moldings and wall columns.
Floor Plan for the Second Story, New State Capitol Building (Mississippi State House), Jackson, Mississippi

This is the floor plan for the second story of the new state capital building in Jackson, Mississippi. The floor plan is mounted on black paper.
Governor's Reception Room, New State Capitol, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features the fireplace, decorated moldings, arched ceiling, doors, and wall columns in the governor's reception room of the new state capitol building in Jackson, Mississippi. The photo is mounted on black paper.
Interior Detail of the House of Representatives in the New State Capitol, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features the curved ceiling, decorative moldings, arched windows, and marble walls inside the House of Representatives in the new state capitol building in Jackson, Mississippi. The photo is mounted on black paper.
Interior of the Dome, New Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features an interior view of the dome, including decorative molding. The photo is mounted on black paper.
Interior Rotunda Detail, New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features a close-up of the molding details, columns, and railings inside the new state capitol rotunda in Jackson, Mississippi. The photo is mounted on black paper.
Interior Rotunda, New State Capitol, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features the interior rotunda of the new state capitol in Jackson, Mississippi. The rotunda includes ornate columns, moldings, and cast iron balustrades with architectural motifs encircling the space. A circular overlook to the first floor with a wood railing is featured in the center of the rotunda floor. The photo is mounted on black paper.
Interior Rotunda Railing Detail, New State Capitol, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features a detailed view of the railings, marble columns on the wall, decorative moldings, and ornamental lighting. The photograph is matted on black paper.
Invitation to the Laying of the Corner Stone at the New State House, Jackson, Mississippi June 3, 1903.

This typed invitation reads "The Mississippi State House Commission extends to you a cordial invitation to be present at the Laying of the Corner Stone of the New State House in the City of Jackson, Mississippi Wednesday, June 3, 1903. L. T. Fitzhugh Jr. Secretary, A. H. Longino, Governor, Chairman, Wm. Williams, Attorney General, R. H. Thompson, W. G. Stovall, R. A. Dean, Commissioners." The invitation is yellowed and stained. The back of the invitation has handwritten descriptions and information on each end of the paper.
List of Mississippi State House Commission

This typed list of the Mississippi State House Commission is on yellowed paper mounted on black paper. The Mississippi State virtue et armis depicting an eagle is in the center of the paper. "Mississippi State House Commission" is typed at the head of the paper. Gov. A. H. Longino Chairman, Monroe McClure 1900-1902 William Williams 1903, Attorney General is typed to the right of the virtue et armis and R. H. Thompson, R. A. Dean, W. G. Stovall, and L. T. Fitzhugh, jr. Secretary, are listed on the right of the virtue et armis.
Lobby of the State Library in the New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features the decorative moldings, archways, wall columns, and light fixtures in the lobby of the State Library in the New State Capitol Building in Jackson, Mississippi. The photo is mounted on black paper.
Marble Columns and Curved Walls of The Historical Hall, New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features the marble columns that line the curved walls of the historical hall in the new state capitol building in Jackson, Mississippi. The photo is mounted on black paper.
Multiple Scenes During Construction, State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features five photographs of various stages of construction. Clockwise from the top left, a man is standing on a stack of stones with a partially constructed building in the background; piles of dirt, stacks of wood, and men moving materials around with construction equipment visible; rows of stacked stones with men visibly working on moving materials and construction equipment visible; steel beams and stacks of stones with construction equipment visible; men standing near stacks of stones while facing a partially constructed building. The photograph is mounted on black paper.
Multiple Scenes During Construction, State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features five photographs of various stages of construction. Clockwise from the top left, men are loading dirt into a wheelbarrow with men standing on the wooden scaffolding behind them; rows of brick pilings with construction machinery in the background; a partially constructed building with a railroad track in the foreground; a partially constructed building with various construction machinery; a close-up of a partially constructed building. The photograph is mounted on black paper.
New State Capitol Album

This is an album of the New State Capitol
New State Capitol Building at a Distance

This black and white photograph features a distance view of the front of the new state capitol building. A dirt path leads to the building and multiple smaller buildings and trees are on either side of the path. The photo is mounted on black paper.
Reception Room for the Daughters of the Confederacy, New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features the curved walls, marble columns, white square wall columns, fireplace, decorative moldings, and chandelier in the reception room for the Daughters of the Confederacy in the new state capitol building in Jackson, Mississippi. The photo is mounted on black paper.
Senate Interior, New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features the marble columns, decorative molding, and the interior of the domed ceiling of the Senate room of the new state capitol building in Jackson, Mississippi. The photo is mounted on black paper.
South Facade of the State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features the completed south fa├ºade of the new state capitol building. The fa├ºade is white with multiple columns at the entrance, the curved left end, and on each end of the siding. The dome is visible and consists of columns surrounding the bottom portion and an eagle is perched on a pole on top. The photo is mounted on black paper.
The Completed State House, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features the completed state capital building with trees and landscaping in front. The photo is mounted on black paper.
The East Facade, New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features a view of the east fa├ºade of the new state capitol building. The fa├ºade is rounded in the center and features a pavilion lined with white columns. Construction debris is visible in the foreground. The photo is mounted on black paper.
The First Landing of the Grande Staircase of the New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features a view of the first landing of the grand staircase inside the new state capitol building in Jackson, Mississippi. The landing features decorative lighting, marble moldings, and a view of the stairs both leading up and down, as well as the marble molding on the underside stairs leading up to the next floor.
The First Story Corridor in the New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features the decorative moldings, light fixtures, and wall columns in the first floor corridor of the new state capitol building. The photo is mounted on black paper.
The Grande Staircase, New State Capitol, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features a detailed view of the moldings, corbels, and marble of the grand staircase inside the new state capitol in the Jackson, Mississippi.
The North Facade, New State Capitol Building, Jackson, MS

This black and white photograph features a side view of the curved stairs, decorative lighting and columns north fa├ºade of the entrance to the new state capitol building. The dome in the center of the building is partially visible. The photo is mounted on black paper.
Theodore C. Link and Karl E. Link, Architects

This black and white portrait features two separate images of men from the shoulders up. The man depicted on the left of the photograph is has a receding hairline, a dark mustache and is wearing a suit and tie. Handwritten beneath him is his signature "Yours Truly, Theo Link". The man depicted on the lower right of the photograph has dark hair that is parted down the middle, is clean shaven, and is wearing a suit and tie. The typed description beneath the photo reads "Karl E. Link Assistant Supervising Arch."
The Old State House, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features the old state house building, a domed structure with six columns in the front. The photo is mounted on black paper.
The Second Landing in the New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features the decorative moldings, archways, and columns on the second stairway landing of the New State Capitol Building in Jackson, Mississippi. The photo is mounted on black paper.
The Third Floor Corridor of the New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features the decorative ceiling tiles, wall sconces, floor tiles, and iron railings of the third floor corridor of the new state capitol building in Jackson, Mississippi. The photo is mounted on black paper.
Torn Photo of the Corner Stone at the New State Capitol Building, Jackson, Mississippi

This black and white photograph features the corner stone at the new state capitol building in Jackson, Mississippi. The photo is ripped in half and the right side is missing. The legible words engraved in the stone read "Erected AD 1901; This corner stone [missing]; June 3, 190[?]" The photo is mounted on black paper.

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