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On March 23, 1925, construction reached a significant milestone as workers began pouring the foundation of Shea's Buffalo Theatre, laying the groundwork for what would become a centerpiece of Buffalo's cultural scene
To support the massive structure of Shea's Buffalo Theatre, builders had to dig down to bedrock. A wooden platform was constructed, upon which 50 tons of iron ore ingots were piled to achieve the necessary weight, ensuring they reached solid ground. This meticulous process was repeated wherever a steel beam was to be installed, reflecting the careful engineering behind this monumental project.