Landgraf Construction Inc. is demolishing St. Raphael's Cathedral despite the Diocese of Madison saying work would not begin until July 21.

Those waging a last-minute fight to save the 154-year-old building and give it consideration as a city landmark at an Aug. 18 hearing said they were shocked to see much of the cathedral's east wall come down Monday.

"I wonder if (the Most Rev. Bishop Robert) Morlino asked himself what Jesus would do in this situation," said Stu Levitan, who serves on the city's Landmarks Commission. "I don't think Jesus would rush into demolishing the building."

Brent King, executive assistant to Morlino, said he was just as surprised to see demolition a week ahead of ...

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