Current Street
S Torrence Ave
2634E | from 9500 to 13799
? - present
Possibly part of the Hyde Park annexation in 1889.
Named after Gen Joseph T. Torrence an officer in the Union Army. He was also a blast furnance builder and developer of Calumet Harbor. He commanded the militia during the railroad strike of 1877.
Location

Predecessors
- Elda Ave (retired)
- Michigan Ave (→ Torrence Ave)
- Paxton Ave (→ Torrence Ave)
- Phillips Ave (retired)
Might appear within
Source Notes
- CHS "Chicago Streets" Document:
«Torrence Ave., 2628E 9500 to 13800S. Named after Gen Joseph T. Torrence an officer in the Union Army. He was also a blast furnance builder and developer of Calumet Harbor. He commanded the militia during the railroad strike of 1877. Elda Ave., Michigan Ave., Paxton Ave., Phillips Ave.»
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