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jan 6, 1917 - Chicago Movie Palaces

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Theater magnates A.J. Balaban and Sam Katz began building theaters along urban mass transit routes, putting their theaters within reach of the growing middle class. in addition to the orchestras and live performances of NYC style theaters, services such as child care, smoking rooms, and musical entertainment was provided for patrons waiting in line.

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jan 6, 1917
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~ 109 years ago

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