1900 Season
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| Leadership | Joseph W. Dusenbury |
|---|---|
| New Attractions | Bathing Pavilion |
| Theater Manager | George L. Chennell |
Olentangy Park opened for the 1900 season on the afternoon of Sunday, May 20, 1900.[1][2] Fred Neddermeyer's Famous Band and Orchestra provided music throughout the season.[1] Frank Burt booked the performances and George L. Chennell managed the theater.[3][4][5] Joseph W. Dusenbury managed both Olentangy as well as Minerva park.
This season, a new bathhouse called the Bathing Pavilion was erected[6] and more lights were added.[1]
Rides and Attractions
- Bathing Pavilion NEW[6]
- Crystal Maze
- Merry-Go-Round
- Swings
Theater Performances
Main Article: Olentangy Park Casino and Theater George L. Chennell, returned to manage the theater for a second season.[5] The shows were mostly vaudeville acts.[6]
Edna Bassett Marshall and company performed during the opening week.[1]
Music
Fred Neddermeyer's Famous Band and Orchestra provided music twice per day throughout the season.[1]
Dancing in the Dance Pavilion
Main article: Dancing Pavilion
Dancing in the park's dance pavilion was a popular activity. The Legretta Club held hops monthly.[7]
Activities
Off-Season Activities
During the winter months, bowling and trap shooting were available at the park.[8]
Other Activities
- Baseball[6]
- Boating
- Bowling alleys
- General Games
- Picnics
- Refreshments
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 "Olentangy Park." The Columbus Sunday Dispatch. 13 May 1900. Pg. 21.
- ↑ "Olentangy Park: Opening of the Season." Columbus Evening Dispatch. 16 May 1900. Pg. 11.
- ↑ "Short Items." Columbus Evening Dispatch. 20 March 1900. Pg. 7.
- ↑ "Chennell Out of It." Columbus Evening Dispatch. 22 March 1900. Pg. 8.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 "Chennell and Lacy." Columbus Evening Dispatch. 28 April 1900. Pg. 7.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3 "Park Improvements." Columbus Evening Dispatch. 11 May 1900. Pg. 7.
- ↑ "Society." The Columbus Sunday Dispatch. 6 May 1900. Pg. 24.
- ↑ "The Traps: Cresents Annual Shoot." Columbus Evening Dispatch. 5 March 1900. Pg. 9.