In addition to commercial buildings, the district also includes the post office, a theater, and a fraternal lodge.

The period of significance begins in 1913 when a building boom of more "modern" construction began and ends in 1935.

A fire started by fireworks destroyed nearly two full blocks, and affected 70 businesses and professional offices.

The Iowa Legislature passed a law banning the sale of fireworks throughout the state.

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