The Davenport Turner and the North Cincinnati Turner Halls were very similar. 
Both were considered among the best Turner Halls in the United States.

Thanks to Rod Speidel and the Davenport School District for supplying these great photos

Great historical article that indicates Iowa was one of the last states to
lose "The Battle of the Systems."

Interior of Davenport Turner Gymnasium.
Weight training and boxing areas were in another section of the building.

Carol M. White Physical Education Program Grants have helped Iowa Physical Educators make
significant gains in reshaping their body mechanics, physical fitness and off-the-ground training.

Jefferson County led the way.
Iowa Team Fitness is now a Statewide initiative.
 

WHO Radio's Jan Mickelson
discusses the history of physical culture.