Santo Theatre Burned
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OHORTLY after midnight on Aprial 25, the Cine Tropical at Santo, NH, was burned to the ground with the loss of its theatre and cabaret equipment.
Several people amongst the small gathering there had lucky escapes as the fire spread quickly. It is reported that the fire started in the film re-wind and storage room.
Santo residents will miss this nightspot with its attractive bar and surroundings, and the only timber dance floor in Santo.
It is hoped that the Cine Tropical will be like the Phoenix—arise from the ashes.
This fire has made residents wonder what would have happened if there had been a crowd present. fire precaution rules do not exist here and it seems that, for the sake of common safety, there should be adequate exits.
The Tropical had three exits, that in an emergency could be three bottle-necks The Cine Harris is in the same position, but even more so, as it has more seating accommodation with exits which might not cope with a panicky crowd.—V.W.