Shook, Otto- Restoration WC-I-6-W 1/2

Archive

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Glenwood Cemetery

Name/Title

Shook, Otto- Restoration WC-I-6-W 1/2

Entry/Object ID

GCA3_0550

Scope and Content

The item includes correspondence about restoration work needed close to the marker of Otto Shook. The correspondence discusses that the marker may have been a cradle and that the Washington Cemetery database states "Headstone here, but appears to be reinterred at Forest Park, 11/4/1958." Additionally included is a photo of the marker.

Context

This artifact serves as an essential overview of the restoration efforts undertaken for various plots, monuments, and the cemetery as a whole. It aims to enhance understanding of the significance and impact of these initiatives.

Collection

Collection 03: Restoration Projects

Lexicon

Getty AAT

Concept

restoration projects, copings, restoration (process), sepulchral monuments

LOC Thesaurus for Graphic Materials

Documents, Photocopies, Sepulchral monuments, Restoration, Conversation & restoration, Plot plans

Search Terms

washington cemetery, restoration, repair, otto shook, wc, i, 6, w, 1/2

Archive Details

Creator

Washington Cemetery

Date(s) of Creation

Oct 22, 2006

Date(s) Material Assembled

Oct 22, 2006

Archive Size/Extent

2 pages

Archive Items Details

Container

Folder

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Documents

Height

11 in

Width

8-1/2 in

Location

Location

* Untyped Location

Collection 3, Box 4 [Archive Room]

Category

Permanent

Condition

Reason for Exam

Inventory

Overall Condition

Very Good

Condition Type

Wear, Creasing, Missing Areas / Holes

Date Examined

Nov 18, 2025

Surface

The item is free from rips, stans, and tears. The item exhibits general wear from use, creasing, and holes.

Create Date

April 15, 2026

Update Date

October 14, 2026