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A June 1997 trip to Des Moines by Wasatch

Quote: You wouldn’t think it, but Des Moines is a nice place for a short visit.
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The first time I visited Des Moines was years ago, and I mean years ago, when I was consideringa job at the university. That was so long ago, that all I can recall are vaguely pleasant memoriesof the people and of the place. Within living memory, we stopped for a break in Des Moineswhile driving across the country, and ended up staying longer than we had imagined we everwould.The Art Museum is a strikingly modern building by some famous architect with a decentcollection for a city this size in the middle of nowhere.The Governor’s Mansion is a striking Victorian palace surrounded by lawns and gardens.The imposing State ...Read More

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Wasatch
heber ctity, Utah

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