The Rogers Building
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Volcanoguy
N 43° 29.588 W 112° 02.333
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History sign on the The Rogers Building in Idaho Falls.
Waymark Code: WMC6X1
Location: Idaho, United States
Date Posted: 08/01/2011
Views: 4
This history sign is located at the Rogers Building in Idaho Falls
Marker Name: The Rogers Building
Marker Type: City
Marker Text:
B.M. “Brunt” Rogers, one of Idaho Falls’ first millionaires, often stood on the opposite corner admiring his grand accomplishment. Built in 1937 for $300,000, the Rogers Hotel offered 100 Beautifully Furnished Rooms with Baths for $2.00 and up. Fred H. Chapin, former proprietor of the Eleanor Hotel on Broadway catered to Roger’s guests that included President Herbert Hoover, Senate Majority Leader and Mrs. Lyndon B. Johnson, Governor Ronald Reagan, singer Bing Crosby and actors Gary Cooper and Roy Rogers. Local residents also remember Carroll’s Dress Shop, the White Horse Bar and the Coffee Shop.
County: Bonneville
City: Idaho Falls
Group Responsible for Placement: Idaho Falls Historic Preservation Commission
Date Dedicated: Not listed
Marker Number: Not listed
Web link(s) for additional information: Not listed
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