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KUTSCH, Joseph P.
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KUTSCH, Joseph P. (Dubuque, IA, Oct. 6, 1859--Dubuque, IA, Oct. 9, 1939). As a student of his father, Kutsch learned contracting and building skills. In 1889 he joined the Kutsch Brothers' Contractors firm. (1) Among his projects were ST. MARY'S CASINO, Immaculate Conception Academy, and St. Francis convent.
In the 1890s, Kutsch was also one of the finest marksmen in the United States. In local, state and national target shooting matches he won a total of 26 medals and several trophies. (2) ---
Source:
1. "Death Claims Joseph Kutsch," Telegraph Herald, October 10, 1939, p. 1
1. "Dubuque Funerals," Telegraph-Herald, October 12, 1939, p. 18