New cupola put in place

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The new cupola was constructed in two parts on the ground and then lifted atop the Community House using a crane.

The new cupola was constructed in two parts on the ground and then lifted atop the Community House using a crane.

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New cupola put in place

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NP.02.05.10

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New cupola put in place Rainy weather holds off for construction workers By Bruce Geiselman / Correspondent Sun Sentinel / West Shore Sun October 7, 2010 Al Miller, an Amish builder, was hired to construct the cupola. It was constructed on the ground and then hoisted up to the roof with the help of Al's four sons. Doug Gertz, the builder oversaw the construction. The cupola is electrified and will be illuminated for the first time at the bicentennial celebration. The addition weighs 8,300 pounds and extends more than 18 feet above the peak of the roof.

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Bicentennial

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Community House, Cahoon Park