By working alongside Adolf Strauch, Joseph Earnshaw developed an in-depth understanding of landscape architecture and planning. He soon became known throughout North America as one of the leading and respected men in the field. Earnshaw and Punshons firm was contracted for a host of projects, many listed on the National Register of Historic Places for their significant role in the landscape architecture movement in America. The plans and designs of many of the firms cemetery projects echo features found in Spring Grove Cemetery, including winding pathways, rolling hills, natural contours, lakes, trees, and planted landscaping not to be overtaken by the monuments themselves.With their reputation solidified, cemeteries and urban and park planners sought Earnshaw and Punshons expertise and assistance on projects nationwide. Earnshaw and Punshon, knowing the value of establishing their brand throughout the nation, promoted themselves by distributing material outlining the artistic and economical services they provided. 97An example of this, dated June 26, 1894, states,Dear Sir,We respectfully call your attention to the accompanying Book of References. After thirty years of experience, study, and travel we are prepared to give the most artistic and economical Grading and Planting Plans for the improvement of Private Estates, Subdivisions, Pleasure Resorts, Parks, Cemeteries, etc. Should you at any time, require such services, we should be pleased to hear from you, and as we charge only traveling expenses for the inspection of any grounds in the United States, we suggest the probable advantage of allowing us to make a visit and give such advice as a personal view of the property would enable us to furnish.Yours truly, EARNSHAW & PUNSHON, Civil and Landscape EngineersThe firm completed a number of projects outside the city of Cincinnati. Most of these projects are regarded as cherished additions to their communities, and most are listed on the National Register of Historic Places based on their significance, contribution, and impact on the broad pattern of landscape architecture in America.38