Tom Smith looks upon
the badly damaged house that he once owned on 69
Symphony Circle. The fire took place March 26 and caused
damages amounting to $1 million. Famed architect F.W. Caulkins designed the
home in 1878. Smith said because of the home’s brick foundation, it was able to
sustain less damage than homes of modern construction. Smith also noted the
elaborate 4,200-square-foot design is heated by a three-furnace system. All of
Symphony Circle has historical context for West Side residents. The area was
previously called “The Circle” until 1958 when it was renamed Symphony Circle
because of its affiliation with Kleinhans Music Hall. The house still stands
and neighbors are hopeful that this historic landmark will be remodeled in the
near future. By Gregory Garrett Jr. and Osman Shire
