Background
Powers, Harry Joseph was born on September 15, 1859 in Nenagh, Tipperary County, Ireland. Son of Henry Joseph and Jane (Darcey) Powers.
Powers, Harry Joseph was born on September 15, 1859 in Nenagh, Tipperary County, Ireland. Son of Henry Joseph and Jane (Darcey) Powers.
Brought to Chicago, with parents in childhood. Educated Saint Patrick’s Academy.
Began as usher, Hooley’s Theatre, Chicago, 1877, became business manager. Remodeled the theatre, 1898, changing name to Powers Theatre (building sold, 1923, and now occupied by annex to Hotel Sherman). President Amusement Company of Illinois, operating Illinois Theatre, Chicago.
Clubs: Union League, Exmoor Country.
Married Marie F. Deegan, May 11, 1885.