All Around the Town

New York skyline.

Warren Pack and Bill Dimorro the WNYC publicity department pick a part of New York City each week and dramatize it for your education and amusement. Recorded circa 1930-1940.

 

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Trip to Fraunces Tavern

A visit to one of New York's oldest landmarks in 1940.
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Central Park

A tour of Central Park including a botanical enthusiast named Miss Minerva who gives a few facts about the park.
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La Guardia Airport

A look at a modern commercial airport in New York City.
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