University of Virginia Library

Contents Insured

The Cavalier has been operated
by Frank Kessler since 1959.
He said the contents of the building
were insured for $5,500. Also
included in the loss was about
$3000 in the cash register.

At present Mr. Kessler was
unable to say whether or not
the Cavalier would re-open.

Charlottesville police rerouted

traffic from Emmet Street during
the blaze.

Three fire trucks, two pumpers
and a hook and ladder truck
responded to the alarm.

The Cavalier Cavern, located
on Emmet Street near the railroad
overpass, is a well-known
tavern frequented by University
students and noted for live bands
and go-go girls.

The extensive damage has not
yet been estimated; Mr. Kessler
was unable to give an approximate
loss.