Frank Lloyd Wright's attempt to give the U. S. something new in church architecture last week had proved too revolutionary for Kansas City's public works department. Months ago aging (71), progressive Pastor Burris Jenkins of Kansas City asked Wright to design a new Community Church. Aging (71), progressive Architect Wright responded with what he called "the first completely functional church." Last fortnight Commissioner of Buildings Frank Lloyd (no relation) Lang took a look at the plans, refused to issue a permit because they did not comply with the city's 1927 building code. He...
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