Vanderbilt Cup Races

Terrific archive. I taught at Henry Viscardi in 1970’s & took my class to then Michael Dubbs Home on Roslyn Road where his driveway led up to old Toll House. My students all in wheelchairs were fascinated with the History & we even tried to contact Robert Moses on why he didn’t use Vanderbilt Parkway for his right of way for GCP/ Northern State.

From Kleiner's Korner: Memories of Researching the Motor Parkway

I wonder how many members have recollections about the LIMP.  Mine began at age 8, in my Aunt’s house in Albertson.  Thanks Art for the walk down memory lane

From Kleiner's Korner: Memories of Researching the Motor Parkway

Thanks Joe, glad you like my posts.

From Kleiner's Korner: Memories of Researching the Motor Parkway

Great trip down memory lane! I still remember seeing it for the first time at the Waterfront. I was awestruck then and I still am every time I see it. Howard has been a great steward o this amazing car.

From InstaGRAM Report: Trophies awarded to the 1948 Tucker 1044 (2017 - 2025)

This Tucker has truly had an incredible run via Howard. Honest to say we all feel a part of that renewed and stellar rise to new fame.

From InstaGRAM Report: Trophies awarded to the 1948 Tucker 1044 (2017 - 2025)

Thanks Tom, I’ll e-mail you whatever material I can find.

From Kleiner's Korner: November, 1925 - A Hundred Years Ago on The Motor Parkway

Howard, Thanks for calling this post to my attention! My research had just gotten to the point where I needed something fortuitous, like this post, to learn more about the “Wigmore Estate.” If anyone has any information about which farms the Wigmore “syndicate” bought up to assemble over 700 acres of former farmland an woodlots, I would very much like to know. I’m chasing families like the Voorhises, Brinckerhoffs, Hooglands and Adriances. Thanks to Art for including all those clippings.

From Kleiner's Korner: November, 1925 - A Hundred Years Ago on The Motor Parkway

Great Post Art.  Love to enjoy all your work.

From Kleiner's Korner: Memories of Researching the Motor Parkway

Has anyone seen a reference to a place called the “Wigmore Estate” in relation to the land assembled initially for Hillside Park? I saw a reference to it—if it existed—on the Wikipedia “Fresh Meadows” entry (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fresh_Meadows,_Queens). In particular I’m researching the Black Stump rural corridor that once spread from Utopia Parkway on 73rd Ave, but went as far north as Mt. St. Mary’s Cemetery along Fresh Meadow Lane, and possible as far east on Union Turnpike as Alley Pond Park.

From Greg O's Garage: Robert Moses and the battle to acquire land for Cunningham Park

Every time I drive by, I picture that car buried next to that bridge.

From Mystery Friday Foto #27 Solved: The Motor Parkway Bridge over the Northern State Pkwy Under Construction

I believe this photo is looking west based on sunlight exposure on the crane operator’s body, as well as the dark shadow below the hoisted vehicle. I believe we’re truly looking west.

From Mystery Friday Foto #27 Solved: The Motor Parkway Bridge over the Northern State Pkwy Under Construction

Interesting to see that many Long Island place names trace their history back to Revolutionary times.

From Roslyn News Times: North Hempstead's Revolutionary War history by Howard Kroplick

Throughly enjoyed!  Thank you for this great article.

From Roslyn News Times: North Hempstead's Revolutionary War history by Howard Kroplick

I have a copy of his booklet “Horseless Carriages” Collection of Leo Peters from 1947. Is anyone interested in it?

From 1947 Brochure "Horseless Carriages: Collection of Leo Peters

Bob, book is available on ebay, maybe also locally at used book stores

From InstaGRAM Report: Highlights from the Summer 2026 Long Island Motor Parkway Preservation Society Meeting

Can I buy Al’s book at Barnes & noble?  If not where?  Sorry I missed the lecture.  That road is a big part of my life!  Bob

From InstaGRAM Report: Highlights from the Summer 2026 Long Island Motor Parkway Preservation Society Meeting

I think we’re looking east in Lake Success during the construction of a bridge that would allow the LIMP to go over the Northern State Parkway. The existing road with the white guardrails should be Lakeville Road. The year is probably around 1931.

From Mystery Friday Foto #27 Solved: The Motor Parkway Bridge over the Northern State Pkwy Under Construction

Interesting!  Growing up in Farmingdale and studied American History/Revolutionary War - I always felt denied that much information was not provided on the effects of the war on Long Island.  Thanks!

From Roslyn News Times: North Hempstead's Revolutionary War history by Howard Kroplick

Dana sure sounds good to me!

From Song of the Week: Lyric Video “Square One” by Dana Kyle Kroplick

Couldn’t be there in person but happy for this recap. Looking forward to the videos.

From InstaGRAM Report: Highlights from the Summer 2026 Long Island Motor Parkway Preservation Society Meeting