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The Kiss Waltz, also known as Thurston's Kiss Waltz, was a track ride 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<ref>"Amusement apparatus." ''Google Patents.'' US Patent US1083308A https://patents.google.com/patent/US1083308A</ref><ref>"Amusement apparatus." ''Google Patents.'' US Patent US1099951A https://patents.google.com/patent/US1099951A</ref><ref>"Amusement apparatus." ''Google Patents.'' US Patent US1099952A https://patents.google.com/patent/US1099952A</ref>, a Columbus native.<ref name="newdevice">"Thurston's New Device." ''Columbus Evening Dispatch''. 28 November 1912. Pg. 12.</ref> The ride consisted of barrels on a track that traveled through caverns and dark places. A man and woman each ride a barrel, holding each other in the position of waltzing.<ref name="newdevice" /> | |||
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* [[Merry-Go-Round (1)]] | * [[Merry-Go-Round (1)]] | ||
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1913 Season Season
| Leadership | Joseph W. Dusenbury Will J. Dusenbury |
|---|---|
| New Attractions | Kiss Waltz |
| Park Size | 125 acres |
The Olentangy Park and Theater opened for the 1913 season on ...
Rides and Attractions
New Kiss Waltz
Main Article: Kiss Waltz
The Kiss Waltz, also known as Thurston's Kiss Waltz, was a track ride 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[1][2][3], a Columbus native.[4] The ride consisted of barrels on a track that traveled through caverns and dark places. A man and woman each ride a barrel, holding each other in the position of waltzing.[4]
List of Rides and Attractions
- Band Shell
- Bathing Pavilion
- Boathouse
- Bowling alleys
- Carousel
- Children's Playground
- Circle Swing
- Colonnade
- Dancing Pavilion
- Double Whirl
- Electric Autos
- Ferris Wheel
- Figure Eight Toboggan
- Floral Conservatory & Greenhouse
- Japanese Village and Garden
- Kiss Waltz NEW
- Loop-the-Loop
- Merry-Go-Round (1)
- Merry-Go-Round (3)
- Millrace and Fish Pond
- Miniature Railway
- Motion Picture Exhibit
- Museum of Ornithology
- Ocean Wave
- Palm Garden
- Pony and Camel Track
- Scenic Coaster
- Shoot-the-Chutes
- Shooting Gallery
- Snake Den
- Swings
- Water Toboggan
- Whirlwind
- Zoological Garden
Theater, Vaudeville, and Stunt Performances
Olentangy Park Theater
Main Article: Olentangy Park Casino and Theater
Outdoor Acts
Music
Activities
List of Activities
- Baseball
- Bathing
- Billiards
- Boating
- Bowling - All year activity
- Dancing
- Dining and Refreshments
- Football
- Fortune Telling
- General Games
- Picnics
- Pony Rides
- Swimming
References
- ↑ "Amusement apparatus." Google Patents. US Patent US1083308A https://patents.google.com/patent/US1083308A
- ↑ "Amusement apparatus." Google Patents. US Patent US1099951A https://patents.google.com/patent/US1099951A
- ↑ "Amusement apparatus." Google Patents. US Patent US1099952A https://patents.google.com/patent/US1099952A
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 "Thurston's New Device." Columbus Evening Dispatch. 28 November 1912. Pg. 12.