Fire Rips Through Iroquois Theater in Chicago
A catastrophic blaze at Chicago's Iroquois Theater, deemed not caused by wiring or equipment defects by management, triggered chaotic evacuations as flames and smoke swept the venue. Eyewitness accounts describe explosive bursts, cascading curtain flames, and hundreds of rescuers including Bishop Falls and Sheriff Barrett aiding victims.
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Traquois Theater Fire Causes And Propritors Statement
Proprietors Wad Davis and Harry J Powers release a 14:30 statement explaining the Traquois theater fire. They note a scenic drapery ignited, extinguishers failed, asbestos curtain jammed, and a panic leading to crowding at 28 wide exits. They emphasize fireproof construction and ample exits to evacuate all safely.
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Harry J Powers
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Elty Dreman
America
Catastrophe at theater leaves many dead and injured
A scorching disaster in a theater balcony leaves about a score of victims. Firemen evacuate raved patrons through the rear as bodies, including a 12 year old girl impaled on an iron railing and a one year old, are recovered. Police arrest thieves while unions refuse aid and proprietors suffer collapse from grief. Harold Gambhorn’s son helps save the party.
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Hundreds Besiege Morgue Seeking Identifications
Relatives of missing persons overwhelmed Jerome & Co. undertakers on Madison Street as crowds of over 1,000 waited hours for entry to identify the deceased. Police used force to calm the frenzied gathering as aisles filled with bodies and makeshift trails of mourners stretched for blocks.
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