The architect is Maurice (not Morris)R. Rhoads (1863-1926) Very prolific builder and architect in the area. Also designed the current Kelsey Temple COIG at 1435 Park Road NW in Washington, DC in 1921.
Did you know that Frank Nitti was once a silent partner in the Lawndale?
The first ad for the Rena appeared in the Chicago Tribune in October 1949.
Among the stars who performed live at the Lawndale/Rena were Paul Robeson, Dinah Washington, Sonny Boy Williamson, Elmore James, The Dells, Magic Sam, and Johnny Hartman.
The architect is Maurice (not Morris)R. Rhoads (1863-1926) Very prolific builder and architect in the area. Also designed the current Kelsey Temple COIG at 1435 Park Road NW in Washington, DC in 1921.
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Did you know that Frank Nitti was once a silent partner in the Lawndale?
The first ad for the Rena appeared in the Chicago Tribune in October 1949.
Among the stars who performed live at the Lawndale/Rena were Paul Robeson, Dinah Washington, Sonny Boy Williamson, Elmore James, The Dells, Magic Sam, and Johnny Hartman.
Peter Sefton