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ARCHITECTURE
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This short-lived partnership was dissolved in 1911 when
Louis Boucherle joined his son, Paul, an architect, as L.
Boucherle & Son.
The Owsleys continued to design independently and in
conjunction with each other for the rest of their careers, as
Owsley and Owsley from 1912-14, as Charles F. Owsley
from 1914-19, as The Owsley Company from 1920-24, and
as Charles F. Owsley from 1924-45. Charles F. Owsley,
F.A.I.A. was housed in the Graybar Building at 211 North
Champion Street. He had joined the American Institute of
Architects in 1911 and was recognized as a fellow in 1947 in
recognition of his, “contributions to the profession of architec-
ture, design, construction, literature [and] educational service
to the institute…”
Owsley & Samuels Architects was formed in 1948 and
recorded several designs.
After 64 years in architecture, C.H. died August 25, 1935
at age 88. C. F. practiced for 48 years and died on March 17,
1953. Both were fellows of the American Institute of Archi-
tecture.
Salem Structures
C.F. Owsley is credited with designing five municipal and
corporate buildings in Salem. Reportedly the Owsleys also An artist’s 1911 rendering of what was to become Salem High School.
undertook residential commissions in the city but these could
not be confirmed.
1917 — Salem High School at 230 North Lincoln Avenue Smith Center
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