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Body to the Purifying Flame: A History of the Missouri Crematory Association, Saint Louis, Missouri

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Body to the Purifying Flame: A History of the Missouri Crematory Association, Saint Louis, Missouri - Engler, Jason Ryan
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In the late 1870's a group of forward-thinking St. Louisans began gathering to discuss the idea of constructing a building and apparatus to perform Cremations in their city. These friends of Cremation organized into what would become the Missouri Crematory Association, which was incorporated in 1885. The Missouri Crematory was completed in 1888 and was the tenth modern Crematory in the United States. The beautiful Romanesque structure still stands today with its imposing presence. Its rich history, unique architecture and ...

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Body to the Purifying Flame: A History of the Missouri Crematory Association, Saint Louis, Missouri 2011, Createspace Independent Publishing Platform, North Charleston SC

ISBN-13: 9781453804759

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