Url
	https://exhibits.library.jhu.edu/omeka-s/s/johnshopkinsbiographicalarchive/item/3067
Resource class
	dctype:Collection
Title
	LOCAL MATTERS: Improvements at "Clifton Park"

Description
	An article in the Baltimore Sun describes  recent improvements made to the "country residence of Johns Hopkins, Esq." There is discussion of enlarging and remodeling the mansion, extending the grounds, and there are descriptions of specific materials and alterations made. There are several references to spaces for servants. Additionally, there are descriptions of the ornate decorations, magnificent views, and elaborate gardens. Messrs Niernsee and Neilson are mentioned as architects and Mr. William Waddel, a horticulturist is listed as the manager of the park and grounds.

Date
	February 5, 1852
Is Part Of
	The Baltimore Sun

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