NEWLANDS, Francis: Fountain at Chevy Chase Circle in Washington, D.C.

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Photos courtesy of the National Park Service, Rock Creek.
Submitted by Ronda Bernstein on behalf of the NPS.
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As works of the federal gov't they are in the public domain. (5/13/2007)

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Chevy Chase Land Comapny of Montgomery County, Maryland
On the Occasion of its 100th Anniversary 1890-1990
Rededicates this circle and restores this fountain
in memory of its founder Senator Francis G. Newlands

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NEWLANDS MEMORIAL FOUNTAIN

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Francis Griffith Newlands 1878-1917
Senator from Nevada His statesmanship held true regard for the interests of all men
Founder of Chevy Chase
This fountain erected in 1938
Authorized by act of Congress.

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Related subjects: Politicians
Location: Connecticut & Western Aves at Maryland State Line NW Washington, D.C.

Nearest Metro: Friendship Heights(Red) (click station name for all sculptures nearby) (dcMem ID #1528 )

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The Names of Washington D.C.(p39)
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NEWLANDS, Francis: Fountain at Chevy Chase Circle in Washington, D.C.

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