Capitol Theatre
Where is the box office today?

Don’t go in that door on the left – it’s the “out” door. After you have your ticket continue right …

The Doors and Box Office were made of Quarter-Sawn Oak.

Ticket prices have gone up. At one time admission was 10¢ for children and later 25¢ adults. Notice the …

Door Handles of the Capitol Theatre

Incredibly the Capitol Theatre was torn down. Officials claimed the building was water-damaged and …

New hanging sign

A new sign has been added to the marquee of the Capitol Theatre (Left). This sign was used to advertise …

Looking west on Second Street

The modern marquee (1930s) on the Capitol Theatre is visible on the right. When the theatre was torn …

Looking east, Second Street with the Cornwallis Hotel

Second Street had trolly lines going done the centre. The tower of the post office can be seen on the left. …

Lining up to see the show

The building was 75 ft. wide and 198 feet long. The walls were solid brick: the auditorium being eighteen …

The Capitol Theatre

This is an early postcard photo of the Capitol Theatre with the original marquee over the front doors. …