Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1902-12-16
A LEADING ARCHITECT
THE CREDITABLE WORK OF JOHN
n. NOLAN.
He Has Been Factor In the Upbuild-
Of Progressive Wash
ington.

Mr.. John H. Nolan Of 1913 G street north
| west stands high on the list Of builders who
have added to the beauty and strength Of
Washington architecture. Some Of the
handsomest structures in this city were
erected under his direction, and their wear
ing qualities are strong testimonials Of his
constructive ability.
Although Mr.. Nolan has not been con-
| nected with building activities as long as
| some other contractors. yet in the ten
years OF his career as an Independent
builder he has demonstrated his ability to
successfully carry out any contract award
ed him.
Mr.. Nolan inherited talent for construc-
ton from his father. 1t was only natural
therefore that the son should follow the
vocation Of his father, although sons as a
rule do not make a success in the same line
that their fathers did.
Mr.. Nolan commenced his career as an
apprentice under Robert 1. Fleming, the
well-known and successful contractor. After
remaining with Mr.. Fleming until he had
mastered every detail of the building art,
he determined to go into business for him
self. Accordingly. In 1926 he became =
master builder. and for ten years has been
highly successful in the business.
Mr.. Nolan was born in 1861. and he is.
therefore, still young man with the best
years of his life before him in which to
add to his excellent reputation as a thor
oughly equipped, conscientious, energetic
and progressive builder. ~
Although he has not been in the business
as long as some others, his success has
been rapid, and while he has come to the
front in few years, 1t has not been
through a spasmodic effort to secure repu-
tation quickly, but is due to earnest efforts,
hard work and determination to get
there"
and handsomest buildings in the city,
which attest his constructive skill and also
indicate the class of work he secures.
Among the buildings which he has erected
during his career the Bond building, one Of
the handsomest buildings of Washington,
is regarded an exceptionally fine piece
Of construction. This building, upon It's
completion, was filed Immediately with
tenants who appreciated the advantages it
offered. This work added considerable to
Mr. Nolans reputation as a builder and
caused him to be sought by persons who
intended to build similar structures.
Mr.. Nolan has also erected the follow
ing apartment houses: The MISSIONER,
Kensngton. bennington, Gladstone and
Hawarden. He also built the Bancroft
Hotel and the Davidson building.
One Of the best evidences Of his skill as
constructor Of modern homes is found In
the residence Of Mr.. Frank T. Browning at
Forest Glen This residence is considered
one Of the most beautiful in the state Of
Maryland and is the admiration Of every
one who sees It,
Mr.. Nolans work is not confined to this
locality, but embraces the surrounding
country.
He is one OF the leading singers Of the
city. For twenty years he has been ac-
lively associated with the leading cholrs
of the city. He was for number of years
the basso at ST. Matthew'S Church. MIR.
Nolan possesses undoubtedly the best bass
voice In the city, in the minds of many peo-
pie. 1t is rich in quality, sonorous, big, and
possesses wonderful range and f1exlbility.
He comes of a musical family. When not
pressed by business he is engaged in study
and practice along the line Of his talent.
Like most men who have achieved sue
cess through their own efforts. MIR. Nolan IS
modest AS boy he had to work, and
through hard but well directed efforts he
has succeeded in establishing a business
that keeps many men employed and has
gained for himself a reputation builder
that is eXcelled by none