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The '''Kiss Waltz''', also known as '''Thurston's Kiss Waltz''', was a track ride that was proposed to be moved to Olentangy Park in 1913 after its debut at Luna Park the previous year. It was invented and built by | The '''Kiss Waltz''', also known as '''Thurston's Kiss Waltz''', was a track ride that was proposed to be moved to Olentangy Park in 1913 after its debut at Luna Park the previous year. It was invented and built by famous magician Howard Thurston, a Columbus native.<ref name=":0">"Thurston's New Device." ''Columbus Evening Dispatch''. 28 November 1912. Pg. 12.</ref> The ride was supposed to be in 40 parks by 1913, but there was no other mention of it being at Olentangy Park. | ||
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* [ | * [http://www.consumergrouch.com/?p=8781 In-depth blog post about Howard Thurston and his legacy] | ||
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Revision as of 20:25, 13 February 2022
Kiss Waltz
| Other Name(s) | Thurston's Kiss Waltz |
|---|---|
| Type | Track ride Dark ride |
| Opened | 1913? |
| Designer | Howard Thurston |
| Vehicle Type | Barrel |
The Kiss Waltz, also known as Thurston's Kiss Waltz, was a track ride that was proposed to be moved to Olentangy Park in 1913 after its debut at Luna Park the previous year. It was invented and built by famous magician Howard Thurston, a Columbus native.[1] The ride was supposed to be in 40 parks by 1913, but there was no other mention of it being at Olentangy Park.
Description
The ride consisted of barrels set on a track that travels through caverns and dark places. A man and woman each ride a barrel, holding each other in the position of waltzing.[1]