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

Sanborn 1913 v. F
Sanborn 1947 v. 47
Sanborn 1947 v. 48

Data Issues

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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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