the property has since changed hands several times. the tomb itself is accessible from the courtyard by a set of steps made of white marble. upon returning to his parent club, bell was released by the club. a low-pitched melody begins, at a slow pace, with rapid snare drum fills. after holding the land in 1974-1993, the utility agreed to sell it to the state of illinois. many parts from the shooting star were used to construct the ride, which was then called the comet. its appearance has changed little over the last 150 years. 