Wrantage and Courts of Theatres
Wrantage and Courts of Theatres presents a discussion of stage governance with references to Woyers Lebbies and Ete. The piece surveys theatre management and legalities shaping performances in a historical context.
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Newspaper
Arcadia Journal
Location
Arcadia, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1918
Page
8
Ordinance Sets Tight Fire and Exit Rules for Theaters
The ordinance details exemptions for small projectors, and mandates masonry walls, fireproof ceilings, explicit exit sizes by seating capacity, exterior Exit signage, and unobstructed aisles. It prescribes enclosure fireproofing for moving picture machines, ventilation, wiring standards, and audience area capacity rules for theaters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
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Fire safety and garage rules for theater buildings
The ordinance details fireproof construction for theatres including four foot above stage walls, asbestos curtains, fireproof dressing rooms, and stair and exit standards. It requires two independent stairways, specified aisle and seat widths, and outward opening doors. It also sets stage ventilation, stage flues, exit boxes, and lighting. Standpipes and sprinklers are mandated with city water connections and inspector oversight. It defines public and private garages and automobile filling stations and requires written permits, with restrictions near dwellings and hotels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
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National Board of Fire Underwriters
City of Arcadia
BAEC
Arcadia Garage Ordinance Regulates Public and Private Garages
Arcadia ordinances govern construction and use of public and private garages and automobile filling stations. Provisions cover permits revocation after hearings, building classifications, ventilation, fire extinguishers, sand, and separation from repair shops. Rules constrain gasoline storage, portable tanks, tank placement, piping, and automatic shut-offs.
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City of
Arcadia
Board of Trustees
City of Arcadia
Board of Trustees Hall
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