Jul 28, 1983
National Register of Historic Places - Jacob Loose House (Armour Boulevard MRA)
Statement of Significance: George Oakley Totten was a prominent Washington, D.C. architect who designed many of the embassy buildings in Washington. Jacob Loose, original resident of the house, was a prominent businessman who was Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Loose-Wiles Biscuit Company. Mr. Loose was known for his philanthropy, having not only supported various charitable organizations throughout his lifetime, but also leaving a one-million-dollar legacy after his death. In 1927, Mrs. Loose, continuing her husband's munificent charity, Gaye the city Loose Park in his memory, one of the most popular in the city.
National Register of Historic Places - Jacob Loose House (Armour Boulevard MRA)
Statement of Significance: George Oakley Totten was a prominent Washington, D.C. architect who designed many of the embassy buildings in Washington. Jacob Loose, original resident of the house, was a prominent businessman who was Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Loose-Wiles Biscuit Company. Mr. Loose was known for his philanthropy, having not only supported various charitable organizations throughout his lifetime, but also leaving a one-million-dollar legacy after his death. In 1927, Mrs. Loose, continuing her husband's munificent charity, Gaye the city Loose Park in his memory, one of the most popular in the city.
Jul 28, 1983
Posted Date
Aug 21, 2023
Historical Record Date
Jul 28, 1983
Source Name
National Register of Historic Places
