Fiorello H. La Guardia

Celebrating the nexus between Manhattan and Brooklyn.

The British Air Marshall gets a picnic box lunch and says he's optimistic about a future peace.

This episode is from the WNYC archives. It may contain language which is no longer politically or socially appropriate. From card catalog: Address to the Longshoremen of N.Y.C. on the...

La Guardia stresses the importance of binding agreements for the good of both labor and employers. He notes that labor leaders disavow strikes, slowdowns, and other measures as eviden...

Medals are being pinned on chests left and right.

This episode is from the WNYC archives. It may contain language which is no longer politically or socially appropriate. Irving Lehman, Chief Judge of the Court of Appeals of New York ...

A triumphant return to New York City.

Mayor La Guardia warns police academy graduates against politicians, racketeers, and slot-machine operators.

Stay on the job and wait for the announcement!

This episode is from the WNYC archives. It may contain language which is no longer politically or socially appropriate. WNYC announcer describes the scene on Broadway, where citizens ...

A great Mayor mourns a great President.

The 239th anniversary of the birth of Benjamin Franklin.

WNYC coverage of General Charles de Gaulle and Mayor Fiorello H. La Guardia ceremony at City Hall.

Rainy City Hall ceremony for 600 Australian and New Zealand forestry troops en route from England to their homes in the Antipodes. Attendees include: Brigadier General Troup Miller...

This episode is from the WNYC archives. It may contain language which is no longer politically or socially appropriate. 133rd anniversary of Mexican Independence celebration. Consul G...