Photographs © Copyright 1997, The Landes Image. Photograph of Homeland School interior courtesy of Steve Webber, The Ledger. Text, © Copyright 1997, Downtown Bartow, Inc.

In keeping with the historical theme of this map, the names shown are those of the original owners (where known) or users; most of the structures have changed ownership several times since they were built.

31 ... South Florida Military Academy 1140 South Broadway Avenue Built in 1895, this building was part of a school founded by Major General Evander McIvor Law, who served in the Confederate Army. The academy was later absorbed into the University of Florida. Today the building is a private residence. 32 ... Summerlin Building of Bartow High School 1270 South Broadway Avenue Built in 1929, this was the third building to house what was originally named Summerlin Institute in honor of its benefactor, Jacob Summerlin. The architectural style is Mediterranean Revival. 33 ... Windsweep 935 South Oak Avenue This two-story home was the James Fort residence when it was built in 1909. It was featured in the movie, "China Moon," which starred Madelyn Stowe and Ed Harris. 34 ... 470 South Second Avenue This two-story Folk Victorian style frame residence with its steeply pitched roof is believed to have been built around 1904. 35 ... Mount Gilboa MB Church 1205 Martin Luther King Boulevard Mount Gilboa Missionary Baptist Church is more than a century old, and is one of the oldest black churches in Polk County. It was founded on Feb. 17, 1893. This 2 1/2-story building was built in 1928. 36 ... The Wonder House 1075 Mann Road This unique residence was built in 1925 by Conrad Schuck, who was told by his doctor in Pittsburgh that he had only a short time to live. Shuck moved to Florida, began work on the project, and - defying the doctor's prediction - continued to add to the house through the 1940s. It featured a natural air conditioning system which used rainwater; outdoor bathtubs on secluded porches; and a system of mirrors which allowed residents to see who was at the front door from any number of locations. It was the topic of a Ripley's "Believe It or Not" cartoon.

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