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| management = The Olentangy Park Company<br />Joseph W. Dusenbury, president<br />William J. Dusenbury<br /> | | management = The Olentangy Park Company<br />Joseph W. Dusenbury, president<br />William J. Dusenbury<br />Joseph F. Luft, manager | ||
| preseason = | | preseason = April 24, 1921 - May 22, 1921 | ||
| season = | | season = Began May 23, 1921 | ||
| postseason = | | postseason = | ||
| newattractions = [[Amphitheater]] | | newattractions = [[Amphitheater]] | ||
| band = | | band = "Saxy" Strahl's Orchestra<br />Frank Carbone's Band | ||
| tagline = | | tagline = "The Big Park"<br />"The People's Pleasure Park"<br />"The People's Play-ground" | ||
| size = 90 acres | |||
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Olentangy Park opened its 1921 season on April | Olentangy Park opened its 1921 season on Sunday, April 24, 1921,<ref>"Park Is to Open." ''The Columbus Dispatch.'' April 23, 1921. Page 12.</ref> after being postponed for two weeks due to bad weather the first week<ref name="legal1">"Park is Transferred." ''The Columbus Dispatch.'' March 28, 1921. Page 18.</ref> and icy weather the second week.<ref>"Ice Drive Closed Park." ''The Columbus Dispatch.'' April 18, 1921. Page 22.</ref> After a year-long battle, the management of the park returned to Joseph W. and William J. Dusenbury.<ref name="legal1" /> The park was only open on Sundays for its pre-season until May 22, 1921,<ref>"Park Open Sunday Only." ''The Columbus Dispatch.'' April 8, 1921. Page 42.</ref> when it opened for daily operation.<ref>"Park is Opened Today." ''The Columbus Sunday Dispatch.'' April 10, 1921. Page 7.</ref> The park closed on ... | ||
The park was reportedly the largest in the country, spanning 90 acres.<ref>"Ninety Acres of Park." ''The Columbus Sunday Dispatch.'' April 24, 1921. Page 6.</ref> | |||
== Park Improvements == | |||
A terrace was constructed along the entire front of the [[Dancing Pavilion (2)|Dancing Pavilion]], featuring a brick walkway. Crushed stone and gravel were added to the walks and drives. The parking space was made mud-proof. New stands were added while others were moved to better locations, and more lights were installed.<ref>"Improving Park." ''The Columbus Sunday Dispatch.'' April 17, 1921. Page 8.</ref> | |||
== Lawsuits == | == Lawsuits == | ||
Judge Rogers of Franklin County courts formally turned the park back over to the Dusenbury Brothers after a year-long fight, after canceling their lease with Will D. Harris and W. N. Ferguson over permitting gambling in the park. The receivers of the park reported receipts of {{Tooltip | text = $43,000 | tooltip = $696,548 in 2025 dollars}} during the summer of 1920 and a balance after paying some debts of {{Tooltip | text = $27,000 | tooltip = $437,368 in 2025 dollars}}.<ref name="legal1" /> | Judge Rogers of Franklin County courts formally turned the park back over to the Dusenbury Brothers after a year-long fight, after canceling their lease with Will D. Harris and W. N. Ferguson over permitting gambling in the park. The receivers of the park reported receipts of {{Tooltip | text = $43,000 | tooltip = $696,548 in 2025 dollars}} during the summer of 1920 and a balance after paying some debts of {{Tooltip | text = $27,000 | tooltip = $437,368 in 2025 dollars}}.<ref name="legal1" /> | ||
In May, Columbus Railway Power & Light Co. sued J. W. Dusenbury and the Olentangy Park Co. for {{Tooltip | text = $15,968 | tooltip = $289,008 in 2025 dollars}} for the land the railway company leased from Henry T. Chittenden to Dusenbury and the park company. The agreement for the ground rent was {{Tooltip | text = $200 | tooltip = $3,620 in 2025 dollars}} per month. The railway company claimed that the park did not pay between 1908 and 1916 and sought reimbursement.<ref>"Street Car Company Sues for $15,968." ''The Columbus Dispatch.'' May 5, 1921. Page 7.</ref> | |||
==Rides and Attractions== | ==Rides and Attractions== | ||
=== Canoe House === | |||
''Main Article:'' [[Boathouse]] | |||
The Canoe House was enlarged and included 200 canoes.<ref>''The Columbus Dispatch.'' April 28, 1921. Page 29.</ref> | |||
=== Swimming Pool === | |||
''Main Article:'' [[Swimming Pool]] | |||
The Dusenburys applied for membership in the American Athletic Union (A.A.U.) and held amateur swimming races at the Swimming Pool.<ref>"Sports Briefs." ''The Columbus Dispatch.'' April 1, 1921. Page 38.</ref> The Olentangy Park Swimming Club was organized with Roger Addison as president. The organization applied for membership in the Allegheny Mountain Association.<ref>"Sports Briefs." ''The Columbus Dispatch.'' April 13, 1921. Page 22.</ref> | |||
===List of Rides and Attractions=== | ===List of Rides and Attractions=== | ||
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==Music== | ==Music== | ||
"Saxy" Strahl's Orchestra of 10 men performed in the [[Dancing Pavilion (2)|Dancing Pavilion]] and Frank Carbone's Band gave open-air concerts during the afternoon and evening during the first few weeks.<ref>"Opening Promised Today." ''The Columbus Dispatch.'' April 17, 1921. Page 10.</ref> | |||
==Activities== | ==Activities== | ||
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| Leadership | The Olentangy Park Company Joseph W. Dusenbury, president William J. Dusenbury Joseph F. Luft, manager |
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| Pre-season | April 24, 1921 - May 22, 1921 |
| Season | Began May 23, 1921 |
| New Attractions | Amphitheater |
| Band(s) | "Saxy" Strahl's Orchestra Frank Carbone's Band |
| Park Size | 90 acres |
| Tagline | "The Big Park" "The People's Pleasure Park" "The People's Play-ground" |
Olentangy Park opened its 1921 season on Sunday, April 24, 1921,[1] after being postponed for two weeks due to bad weather the first week[2] and icy weather the second week.[3] After a year-long battle, the management of the park returned to Joseph W. and William J. Dusenbury.[2] The park was only open on Sundays for its pre-season until May 22, 1921,[4] when it opened for daily operation.[5] The park closed on ...
The park was reportedly the largest in the country, spanning 90 acres.[6]
Park Improvements
A terrace was constructed along the entire front of the Dancing Pavilion, featuring a brick walkway. Crushed stone and gravel were added to the walks and drives. The parking space was made mud-proof. New stands were added while others were moved to better locations, and more lights were installed.[7]
Lawsuits
Judge Rogers of Franklin County courts formally turned the park back over to the Dusenbury Brothers after a year-long fight, after canceling their lease with Will D. Harris and W. N. Ferguson over permitting gambling in the park. The receivers of the park reported receipts of $43,000$696,548 in 2025 dollars during the summer of 1920 and a balance after paying some debts of $27,000$437,368 in 2025 dollars.[2]
In May, Columbus Railway Power & Light Co. sued J. W. Dusenbury and the Olentangy Park Co. for $15,968$289,008 in 2025 dollars for the land the railway company leased from Henry T. Chittenden to Dusenbury and the park company. The agreement for the ground rent was $200$3,620 in 2025 dollars per month. The railway company claimed that the park did not pay between 1908 and 1916 and sought reimbursement.[8]
Rides and Attractions
Canoe House
Main Article: Boathouse
The Canoe House was enlarged and included 200 canoes.[9]
Swimming Pool
Main Article: Swimming Pool
The Dusenburys applied for membership in the American Athletic Union (A.A.U.) and held amateur swimming races at the Swimming Pool.[10] The Olentangy Park Swimming Club was organized with Roger Addison as president. The organization applied for membership in the Allegheny Mountain Association.[11]
List of Rides and Attractions
- Amphitheater NEW
- Arena
- Band Shell
- Bandstand (South)
- Box ball alleys
- Canoe Club Boathouse
- Carousel
- Children's Playground
- Circle Swing
- Colonnade
- Dancing Pavilion
- Double Whirl
- Electric Autos
- Ferris Wheel
- Figure Eight Toboggan
- Floral Conservatory & Greenhouse
- The Fun House
- Gypsy Camp
- Merry-Go-Round (1)
- Merry-Go-Round (3)
- Millrace and Fish Pond
- Miniature Railway
- Motordrome
- Motion Pictures
- Ye Olde Mill (2)
- Over-the-Top
- Palm Garden
- Palmistry
- Pony and Camel Track
- Scenic Coaster
- Shoot-the-Chutes
- Shooting Gallery
- Snake Den
- Swimming Pool
- Swings
- Water Toboggan
- The Whip
- Whirlwind
- Zoological Garden
Theater, Vaudeville, and Stunt Performances
Music
"Saxy" Strahl's Orchestra of 10 men performed in the Dancing Pavilion and Frank Carbone's Band gave open-air concerts during the afternoon and evening during the first few weeks.[12]
Activities
List of Activities
- Billiards
- Boating
- Box Ball
- Bowling
- Dancing
- Dining
- Fishing
- Fortune Telling
- General Games
- Penny Arcades
- Picnics
- Pony Rides
- Swimming
- Tennis
References
- ↑ "Park Is to Open." The Columbus Dispatch. April 23, 1921. Page 12.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 "Park is Transferred." The Columbus Dispatch. March 28, 1921. Page 18.
- ↑ "Ice Drive Closed Park." The Columbus Dispatch. April 18, 1921. Page 22.
- ↑ "Park Open Sunday Only." The Columbus Dispatch. April 8, 1921. Page 42.
- ↑ "Park is Opened Today." The Columbus Sunday Dispatch. April 10, 1921. Page 7.
- ↑ "Ninety Acres of Park." The Columbus Sunday Dispatch. April 24, 1921. Page 6.
- ↑ "Improving Park." The Columbus Sunday Dispatch. April 17, 1921. Page 8.
- ↑ "Street Car Company Sues for $15,968." The Columbus Dispatch. May 5, 1921. Page 7.
- ↑ The Columbus Dispatch. April 28, 1921. Page 29.
- ↑ "Sports Briefs." The Columbus Dispatch. April 1, 1921. Page 38.
- ↑ "Sports Briefs." The Columbus Dispatch. April 13, 1921. Page 22.
- ↑ "Opening Promised Today." The Columbus Dispatch. April 17, 1921. Page 10.