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- 1 2 "Lambert: Herbert Cowell, Plainfield's Prolific Architect". Plainfield, IL Patch. May 29, 2012.
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- ↑ Goldasich, Thomas. "Pontiac City Hall and Fire Station" (PDF). National Park Service. Archived from the original (PDF) on July 16, 2014. Retrieved June 13, 2013.
- ↑ Kallick, Mrs. Charles (November 18, 1974). "National Register of Historic Places Inventory - Nomination Form: Lemont Central Grade School" (PDF). Illinois Historic Preservation Division. Archived from the original (PDF) on June 15, 2020. Retrieved June 14, 2020.
- ↑ "Cutting Building — Joliet". Shorewood, IL Patch. February 14, 2012.