The Prom Roller Rink, 3016 Brady St., Davenport, Iowa
• Owner: Anita Butler (1941-1946) [1], Gettert's (1946-1977)[1]
• Operator: H. A. "Pop" Gettert [2](1942), Mr.& Mrs. George Gettert[7] ( - 1977)
• Asst. Mgr: Ray Gettert [3]
• Pro/Coach: [?]
• Organist: Edward Stein[4]
• Floor size: 85' x 165'[6]
• Floor type: Wood[5]
• Primary reason for closing: Semi-Retirement - Leased building to Dennis Co.[7]
• Opened: 1942[2] - 1977[7]
• The Getterts operated other rinks before The Prom, including a tent rink![6]
• Before becoming The Prom, on Brady St., it was the short-lived & not profitable, Ice Palace Skating Rink.
(Photo at top of page.)
• In 1942, The Getterts took over the Ice Palace & quickly changed it to roller skating.[6]