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November 19, 1957
Atlanta Daily World
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
What is this article about?
The interracial Ritz Lounge at 2646 North Harding St. in Indianapolis opened Saturday with Jimmie Cole's band, drawing crowds. Hostess Nina Kaufman, kin to Phil Harris, plans top acts; Duke Ellington visited recently.
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Swank Bistro Opens In Indianapolis
BY BOB WOMACK
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. -(ANP)- The new interracial Ritz Lounge, located at 2646 North Harding St., had its grand opening Saturday with the nationally known Jimmie Cole and his recording "Cole Tatters" combo on the bandstand. Many of Naptown's music lovers were on hand to dig one of the middlewest's finest night spots. It was standing room only. This cozy establishment specializes in the best of mixed drinks, beer and the best of entertainment.
The genial hostess Nina Kaufman, known from coast to coast for her many bistros is a relative of bandleader Phil Harris of records, TV and radio fame. The press has been advised that only the best entertainment will be used at the Lounge, including some of the nation's top stars. Duke Ellington and members of his orchestra were visitors to the spot while in the city recently.
BY BOB WOMACK
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. -(ANP)- The new interracial Ritz Lounge, located at 2646 North Harding St., had its grand opening Saturday with the nationally known Jimmie Cole and his recording "Cole Tatters" combo on the bandstand. Many of Naptown's music lovers were on hand to dig one of the middlewest's finest night spots. It was standing room only. This cozy establishment specializes in the best of mixed drinks, beer and the best of entertainment.
The genial hostess Nina Kaufman, known from coast to coast for her many bistros is a relative of bandleader Phil Harris of records, TV and radio fame. The press has been advised that only the best entertainment will be used at the Lounge, including some of the nation's top stars. Duke Ellington and members of his orchestra were visitors to the spot while in the city recently.
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
What themes does it cover?
Triumph
Social Manners
What keywords are associated?
Interracial Lounge
Grand Opening
Indianapolis
Jimmie Cole
Nina Kaufman
Duke Ellington
Ritz Lounge
What entities or persons were involved?
Nina Kaufman
Jimmie Cole
Phil Harris
Duke Ellington
Where did it happen?
Indianapolis, Ind., 2646 North Harding St.
Story Details
Key Persons
Nina Kaufman
Jimmie Cole
Phil Harris
Duke Ellington
Location
Indianapolis, Ind., 2646 North Harding St.
Event Date
Saturday
Story Details
The interracial Ritz Lounge opened with Jimmie Cole's combo performing, attracting music lovers. Hostess Nina Kaufman, related to Phil Harris, promises top entertainment; Duke Ellington visited.