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Tag: Roslyn

Nov 21 2012
The Amazing Fairchild Aerials of Long Island

Sherman Mills Fairchild (1896-1971) was an inventor, entreprenueur and a pioneer in aerial surveys and the aviation industry.
Aug 28 2012
Then & Now: Racing on Roslyn Roads

As part of the lecture series sponsored by the Roslyn Landmark Society, tonight I will be presenting an overview of the Vanderbilt Cup Races with a focus on racing in the Roslyn area.
Aug 22 2012
The Amazing Roslyn Estate of a 1906 Vanderbilt Cup Race Spectator

Clarence Mackay (1874-1938) was the heir to the Comstock silver fortune and a major figure in the development of the international telegraph business. Before and after the Vanderbilt Cup Races, Mackay would host huge parties for friends and business associates at his 648-acre Harbor Hill Estate overlooking the village of…
Aug 16 2012
Presentation:“The Incredible Vanderbilt Cup Races of Long Island: Racing on Roslyn Roads”, Roslyn NY

As part of the lecture series sponsored by the Roslyn Landmark Society, Howard Kroplick will be presenting an overview of the Vanderbilt Cup Races with a focus on racing in the Roslyn area.
Jul 16 2012
From the Pickering Collection: Images of the Vanderbilt Cup Races and Long Island

William Pickering (1865-1929) was one of the earliest Long Island photographers documenting many of the people, buildings and events in Nassau County including the Vanderbilt Cup Races. In 2009, Catherine Pickering shared with me these photos and postcards taken by her grandfather.
May 19 2012
Classic Cars Visit the Waterfront at Roslyn

The Long Island Sound Region of the Classic Car Club of America took a tour to the Waterfront at Roslyn Garage on Saturday to see the 1909 Alco Black Beast and the 1937 Chrysler's Chrysler.
Sep 17 2011
Video “Looking Back: Driving the Black Beast”

As part of a future article on Alcos, a reporter and a photographer were given the first-hand Black Beast experience.
May 14 2011
A Tribute to Ray Jacobs (1919-2011)

Last Wednesday, Ray Jacobs passed away peacefully at the age of 92. Ray was dedicated to Roslyn as a resident, professional photographer and an active member of the Roslyn Landmark Society. Today's post is a tribute to Ray's memory.
Dec 11 2010
Six Degrees of Willie K: The Mackay Horse Statue and Saturday’s Cocktail Party

Here's a brand new feature for VanderbiltCupRaces.com: Six Degrees of Willie K. The goal is to link William K. Vanderbilt, Jr to a person, object or event in six steps or less. Today's challenge: Link Willie K. to last night's successful cocktail reception in honor of Roslyn Landmark Society's "Mission…
Nov 26 2010
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