Published References

• Glazer, Irvin R. Philadelphia Theatres, A-Z: A Comprehensive, Descriptive Record of 813 Theatres Constructed Since 1724. New York: Greenwood Press, 1986., p. 66
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  Client/Project Name: Bell Theatre
   
• Philadelphia Real Estate Record and Builders' Guide, v. 27, n. 42, p. 671, 10/16/1912
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  Client/Project Name: Benn, M.A.
  Architect Referenced: Anderson & Haupt (fl. 1907-1914)
   

Drawings, Photos, Papers, etc.

• Athenaeum of Philadelphia - Irvin R. Glazer Theater Collection
  Holding Name: Benson Theatre
  Quantity: 1, Call Number: 43-P-025
   
• Athenaeum of Philadelphia - Irvin R. Glazer Theater Collection
  Holding Name: Bell Theatre
  Quantity: 1, Call Number: 43-SL-027
   
• Philadelphia City Archives - Building Permits
  Holding Name: Benson Theatre Co. / Benson Theatre Mechanical Equipment Room
  Quantity: 1 sheet, Call Number: 1947/173
  Architects Referenced: Berger, Shander (1903 - 1975); Supowitz, David (1893 - 1964)
   

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