Journal 1
Impression of New York- My initial impression of New York was that it is a land of multicultural background that acknowledge, promote and respect each culture and traditional practices as a whole. A land of unlimited opportunity if one can apply themselves to achieve a specific goal. over the past 20 years I have learned that NY was not always the glitz and glam that it portrays. behind all the flashy fancy lights; it takes lots of hard work to make ends meet and maintain a healthy and productive life style.
Quixotic Queens
Bodacious Brooklyn
Coney Island
Coney Island amusement park in Brooklyn was the perfect place to visit for an authentic New York experience. A place for the best family fun you can imagine; starting with my all-time favorite the cyclone- roller coaster ride. Due to pregnancy I was unable to get on the cyclone. However, there were tons of water games to win all sorts of teddies, El Dorardo Bumper Cars and their fabulous arcade, tour through the horror house, scream zone rides, wonder wheel, Luna Park since 1903 and many more. The fun continued with a relaxing walk on the beach and boardwalk and concluded with the must have famous Nathans corn dog and cheesy fries. A cold Corona on a beach front view- verrrryyy tempting!! But I was a good girl. Coney Island is also a cool spot for night life with lots bars, lounges and clubs and restaurants http://www.coneyisland.com/tourist-information.
Another amazing factor is the diversity of ethnic groups and the freedom to be yourself that was represented in Coney Island and other parts of Brooklyn. The strength and unity of New Yorkers was exemplified by the rebirth of Coney Island after hurricane Sandy. Coney Island, settled by the Dutch and its establishment as an amusement park began in 1829. The island was joined by landfill during the 20th century and it’s now known as a peninsula. Some landmarks are the parachute jump, Cyclone roller coaster, and the wonder wheel (Blue Guide p.492).
Next stop: Brooklyn Heights
Brooklyn Heights bounded by the East River, Old Fulton St, Atlantic Ave, and Court Street and its known as New York’s first suburb and became its first designated Historic District”. Some historic architecture style are row houses were built in Federal style, Greek rival style and Gothic rival style (Blue Guide p. 466). This neighborhood is known to be the most expensive neighborhood in the other borough and the representation of the community speaks for itself- safe, clean, tree-lined streets, no signs of decay or abandonment. After miles and miles of walking we finally arrived at the Brooklyn Bridge, which is approximately 1.13 miles long, and was once known as the largest suspension bridge in existence. Today the largest suspended bridge is located in Japan.
The Transit Museum
I’ve been living in New York City for approximately 20 years and never know that a transit museum existed. It was very interesting to learn about how the subway station were build, the architect behind tunnels that travel below sea level. Many workers developed Decompression sickness (DCS; also known as divers' disease, the bends or caisson disease) describes a condition arising from dissolved gases coming out of solution into bubbles inside the body on depressurization. During 1800’s this disease or cause of was unknown to many. Treatment is by hyperbaric oxygen therapy in a recompression chamber. If treated early, there is a significantly higher chance of successful recovery.
The exhibits of different type turnstiles over the past few century’s demonstrations the progression and improvement of today transit system. Inside he train carts advertisement include articles about the Irish immigrant and the lack of work availability. Compared to today advertisement I felt as if it was a little belittling to the Irishmen. After all, I’ve defiantly developed a whole new respect to those who sacrifice their lives and health. To experience the transformation visit http://www.mta.info/mta/museum/ for more info.
The first experimental elevated train line appeared over Greenwich Street in the late 1860s. Service on the el was provided by cable car, from Dey St to 29th Street, but constant breakdowns led to the shutdown of the line. The line reopened in 1871 with steam engines pulling the former cable cars. The other major elevated railroads began appearing during the 1870s. They ran over Second, Third, Sixth, and Ninth Avenues, and other streets downtown below the normal street grid. Bronx elevated service was introduced in the mid-1880s. The elevated trains were initially operated with steam engines pulling the cars but by the beginning of the 1900s, electrification was underway, with the wooden coaches being converted for electric operation. The various Manhattan elevated lines were consolidated and eventually leased to the IRT in 1903. Most of the elevated tracks were taken down in the 1940s, with only the Third Avenue Elevated in Manhattan surviving to 1955. The Bronx portion of the 3rd Avenue line survived to April 1973 http://www.nycsubway.org/wiki/Early_Rapid_Transit_In_New_York.
Coney Island
Coney Island amusement park in Brooklyn was the perfect place to visit for an authentic New York experience. A place for the best family fun you can imagine; starting with my all-time favorite the cyclone- roller coaster ride. Due to pregnancy I was unable to get on the cyclone. However, there were tons of water games to win all sorts of teddies, El Dorardo Bumper Cars and their fabulous arcade, tour through the horror house, scream zone rides, wonder wheel, Luna Park since 1903 and many more. The fun continued with a relaxing walk on the beach and boardwalk and concluded with the must have famous Nathans corn dog and cheesy fries. A cold Corona on a beach front view- verrrryyy tempting!! But I was a good girl. Coney Island is also a cool spot for night life with lots bars, lounges and clubs and restaurants http://www.coneyisland.com/tourist-information.
Another amazing factor is the diversity of ethnic groups and the freedom to be yourself that was represented in Coney Island and other parts of Brooklyn. The strength and unity of New Yorkers was exemplified by the rebirth of Coney Island after hurricane Sandy. Coney Island, settled by the Dutch and its establishment as an amusement park began in 1829. The island was joined by landfill during the 20th century and it’s now known as a peninsula. Some landmarks are the parachute jump, Cyclone roller coaster, and the wonder wheel (Blue Guide p.492).
Next stop: Brooklyn Heights
Brooklyn Heights bounded by the East River, Old Fulton St, Atlantic Ave, and Court Street and its known as New York’s first suburb and became its first designated Historic District”. Some historic architecture style are row houses were built in Federal style, Greek rival style and Gothic rival style (Blue Guide p. 466). This neighborhood is known to be the most expensive neighborhood in the other borough and the representation of the community speaks for itself- safe, clean, tree-lined streets, no signs of decay or abandonment. After miles and miles of walking we finally arrived at the Brooklyn Bridge, which is approximately 1.13 miles long, and was once known as the largest suspension bridge in existence. Today the largest suspended bridge is located in Japan.
The Transit Museum
I’ve been living in New York City for approximately 20 years and never know that a transit museum existed. It was very interesting to learn about how the subway station were build, the architect behind tunnels that travel below sea level. Many workers developed Decompression sickness (DCS; also known as divers' disease, the bends or caisson disease) describes a condition arising from dissolved gases coming out of solution into bubbles inside the body on depressurization. During 1800’s this disease or cause of was unknown to many. Treatment is by hyperbaric oxygen therapy in a recompression chamber. If treated early, there is a significantly higher chance of successful recovery.
The exhibits of different type turnstiles over the past few century’s demonstrations the progression and improvement of today transit system. Inside he train carts advertisement include articles about the Irish immigrant and the lack of work availability. Compared to today advertisement I felt as if it was a little belittling to the Irishmen. After all, I’ve defiantly developed a whole new respect to those who sacrifice their lives and health. To experience the transformation visit http://www.mta.info/mta/museum/ for more info.
The first experimental elevated train line appeared over Greenwich Street in the late 1860s. Service on the el was provided by cable car, from Dey St to 29th Street, but constant breakdowns led to the shutdown of the line. The line reopened in 1871 with steam engines pulling the former cable cars. The other major elevated railroads began appearing during the 1870s. They ran over Second, Third, Sixth, and Ninth Avenues, and other streets downtown below the normal street grid. Bronx elevated service was introduced in the mid-1880s. The elevated trains were initially operated with steam engines pulling the cars but by the beginning of the 1900s, electrification was underway, with the wooden coaches being converted for electric operation. The various Manhattan elevated lines were consolidated and eventually leased to the IRT in 1903. Most of the elevated tracks were taken down in the 1940s, with only the Third Avenue Elevated in Manhattan surviving to 1955. The Bronx portion of the 3rd Avenue line survived to April 1973 http://www.nycsubway.org/wiki/Early_Rapid_Transit_In_New_York.
A Tale of Three Villages
6/11/13
After taking the train for the first time in a very long time I was excited to hop on the train to meet up at Penn Station for the second time. Although, it’s very hectic working the overnight shift as a nurse and thereafter meeting up at 11:00am. The energy of my class mates together as a group made it something to look forward too. The exercise has its perks too even though I sometimes feel that my professor thinks it’s a walking for fitness class.
On the go to explore the West Village at 567 Hudson Street on the corner of west 11th street is the famous White House Tavern that was once a watering hole for Dylan Thompson and other writers. His prodigious drinking bouts, however made it a destination for poet admirers. He laid to rest November 9, 1953 at St. Vincent Hospital (Blue Guide p.143). A wonderful, quiet pub with good beer, a small keg of "stock ale" on the bar when the weather was right, and fabulous roast beef sandwiches. Visit if you’re ever in the neighborhood http://www.menupages.com/restaurants/white-horse-tavern/
6/11/13
After taking the train for the first time in a very long time I was excited to hop on the train to meet up at Penn Station for the second time. Although, it’s very hectic working the overnight shift as a nurse and thereafter meeting up at 11:00am. The energy of my class mates together as a group made it something to look forward too. The exercise has its perks too even though I sometimes feel that my professor thinks it’s a walking for fitness class.
On the go to explore the West Village at 567 Hudson Street on the corner of west 11th street is the famous White House Tavern that was once a watering hole for Dylan Thompson and other writers. His prodigious drinking bouts, however made it a destination for poet admirers. He laid to rest November 9, 1953 at St. Vincent Hospital (Blue Guide p.143). A wonderful, quiet pub with good beer, a small keg of "stock ale" on the bar when the weather was right, and fabulous roast beef sandwiches. Visit if you’re ever in the neighborhood http://www.menupages.com/restaurants/white-horse-tavern/
Tomkins Square Park
Originally part of a salt marsh called Stuyvesant swamp, the park was given to the city by the Stuyvesant family in 1833. Two historic riots and any political demonstration sparked by poor economic conditions, Vietnam War, and gentrification. The current configuration of the park was designed by Robert Moses in 1936 (Blue Guide p. 167).
Originally part of a salt marsh called Stuyvesant swamp, the park was given to the city by the Stuyvesant family in 1833. Two historic riots and any political demonstration sparked by poor economic conditions, Vietnam War, and gentrification. The current configuration of the park was designed by Robert Moses in 1936 (Blue Guide p. 167).
Many of the parks such as the La Plaza Cultural Park, although registered by the parks department. It is community controlled and operated. I believe maintains the community’s unity and strive for a better and sustainable environment. The Museum of Urban Reclaimed Space also provide vital information and resources about the community developmental staged and current activity, changes and community affairshttp://www.morusnyc.org/. This include the history of the numerous riots that have occurred there were significant points in New York’s history, especially the riot of 1874 in which police suppressed 7000 people who had gathered looking for work relief during a financial depression (B.G. p167). Personally, I never thought that behind the relaxing environment of a park, there is and was so much history.
Christopher Park, Greenwich Village and Washington Square Park.
At this point the day started to get a little interesting, walking through Greenwich Village, A village known for large homosexual community for many years and has been the base a feminist and gay activities. Many monumental strides that have been made in the struggle for gay rights were sparked by the uprising that occurred at this very spot in 1969 (Blue Guide p.129-130). Both side of the streets filled with numerous sex shop filled with extraordinary toys and accessories to satisfy your wild side….Verryyy Interesting!! A must see place!
Washington Square Park was the next destination, gorgeous park with lots of open space, architectural structure-Stanford White such as the Washington Arch that was modeled after the Arc De Triomphe in Paris (B.G. p131). In addition to the water fountain that promotes and relaxing, calming and free environment. It was interesting to learn that this area was once the spotlight for drugs and prostitution. Today, the environment portrays an ambiance that is .completely different http://www.nycgovparks.org/parks/washingtonsquarepark/monuments/1657.
Christopher Park, Greenwich Village and Washington Square Park.
At this point the day started to get a little interesting, walking through Greenwich Village, A village known for large homosexual community for many years and has been the base a feminist and gay activities. Many monumental strides that have been made in the struggle for gay rights were sparked by the uprising that occurred at this very spot in 1969 (Blue Guide p.129-130). Both side of the streets filled with numerous sex shop filled with extraordinary toys and accessories to satisfy your wild side….Verryyy Interesting!! A must see place!
Washington Square Park was the next destination, gorgeous park with lots of open space, architectural structure-Stanford White such as the Washington Arch that was modeled after the Arc De Triomphe in Paris (B.G. p131). In addition to the water fountain that promotes and relaxing, calming and free environment. It was interesting to learn that this area was once the spotlight for drugs and prostitution. Today, the environment portrays an ambiance that is .completely different http://www.nycgovparks.org/parks/washingtonsquarepark/monuments/1657.
The Merchant House Museum
The Merchant House Museum on East 4th Street between Bowery and Lafayette. We learned on our guided tour the story of a 19th century family, the tredwells, who lived there from 1835 to 1933. The Tredwell family – Seabury and Eliza and their eight children lived in the House for almost 100 years when Gertrude, the youngest child and last family member, died. A remarkable number of their furnishings and personal possessions were retained in the house when it was turned into a museum in 1936.The Museum’s collection of the Tredwells’ possessions comprise almost 2,500 objects: furnishings, decorations, lighting devices, household items, personal and sewing accessories, family photographs, books, ephemera, works of art, costumes, and textiles Almost everything in the home is original-the furniture, paintings, and décor Merchant House Museum .
We also learned that it was customary to have two rooms (guest area and dining area) to be identical. The women during this time it was expected as part of social obligation that when someone came to visit, they presented the parlor maid with their card. The maid would present the card to the owner who would decide whether or not they wanted a visit. In addition to customs, in an event of death, during the mourning period families are not to be concern with vanity in terms of how they look; therefore all mirrors in the house will be covered.
The Merchant House Museum on East 4th Street between Bowery and Lafayette. We learned on our guided tour the story of a 19th century family, the tredwells, who lived there from 1835 to 1933. The Tredwell family – Seabury and Eliza and their eight children lived in the House for almost 100 years when Gertrude, the youngest child and last family member, died. A remarkable number of their furnishings and personal possessions were retained in the house when it was turned into a museum in 1936.The Museum’s collection of the Tredwells’ possessions comprise almost 2,500 objects: furnishings, decorations, lighting devices, household items, personal and sewing accessories, family photographs, books, ephemera, works of art, costumes, and textiles Almost everything in the home is original-the furniture, paintings, and décor Merchant House Museum .
We also learned that it was customary to have two rooms (guest area and dining area) to be identical. The women during this time it was expected as part of social obligation that when someone came to visit, they presented the parlor maid with their card. The maid would present the card to the owner who would decide whether or not they wanted a visit. In addition to customs, in an event of death, during the mourning period families are not to be concern with vanity in terms of how they look; therefore all mirrors in the house will be covered.
East of the Park
6/13/2013
Museum of the City of New York
Exploring East Harlem via the number 6 train uptown to the Museum of the City of New York founded in 1923. It offer exhibition that explore the city complex history staring as a Dutch colony to the present. The museum contain real and toy fire engine, maps, ship models portraits of prominent New Yorkers (Blue Guide p.376). The twenty five minute film was very comprehensive in giving an overview on the city’s growth and struggle over the years-this include the Le nape people, the building of street grids, use of transport such as steam boats for imports and exports, the creation of wall street “the first financial market and investments”, the rise of Grand Central Terminal, Penn Station and the immigrants who settled in the Lower East Side.
6/13/2013
Museum of the City of New York
Exploring East Harlem via the number 6 train uptown to the Museum of the City of New York founded in 1923. It offer exhibition that explore the city complex history staring as a Dutch colony to the present. The museum contain real and toy fire engine, maps, ship models portraits of prominent New Yorkers (Blue Guide p.376). The twenty five minute film was very comprehensive in giving an overview on the city’s growth and struggle over the years-this include the Le nape people, the building of street grids, use of transport such as steam boats for imports and exports, the creation of wall street “the first financial market and investments”, the rise of Grand Central Terminal, Penn Station and the immigrants who settled in the Lower East Side.
Central Park
Central Park is absolutely worth of mentioning and visiting; Tavern the Green, Charles A. Donna Discover Center, Carousel, Bethesda Fountain, Strawberry Field, Bow Bridge, Central Park Zoo, etc. It also offers numerous sportive activities; Soccer, Basket Ball, Volley Ball, The New City Marathon, Bicycling, Boating-Row boat and kayaks for rent at the Loeb Boat house, Carousel, Carriage rides Ice skating and Swimming (Blue Guide p. 280). Awesome place for running or strolling through the park. For lovers out there, amazing place for a wedding photo shoot or dating activities. For activities, attraction and upcoming events visit http://www.centralpark.com/.
The Central Park Conservancy was founded in 1980 by a group of dedicated civic and philanthropic leaders. They were determined to end Central Park's dramatic decline in the 1970s and restore it to its former splendor as America's first and foremost major urban public space, as envisioned by its 19th-century designers, Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux. Today, the Conservancy's mission is to restore, manage and enhance Central Park, in partnership with the public, for the enjoyment of present and future generations.
Conservancy crews care for 250 acres of lawns, 24,000 trees, 150 acres of lakes and streams and 80 acres of woodlands; install hundreds of thousands of plantings annually, including bulbs, shrubs, flowers and trees; maintain 9,000 benches, 26 ball fields and 21 playgrounds; preserve 55 sculptures and monuments, as well as 36 bridges http://www.centralparknyc.org/.
Central Park is absolutely worth of mentioning and visiting; Tavern the Green, Charles A. Donna Discover Center, Carousel, Bethesda Fountain, Strawberry Field, Bow Bridge, Central Park Zoo, etc. It also offers numerous sportive activities; Soccer, Basket Ball, Volley Ball, The New City Marathon, Bicycling, Boating-Row boat and kayaks for rent at the Loeb Boat house, Carousel, Carriage rides Ice skating and Swimming (Blue Guide p. 280). Awesome place for running or strolling through the park. For lovers out there, amazing place for a wedding photo shoot or dating activities. For activities, attraction and upcoming events visit http://www.centralpark.com/.
The Central Park Conservancy was founded in 1980 by a group of dedicated civic and philanthropic leaders. They were determined to end Central Park's dramatic decline in the 1970s and restore it to its former splendor as America's first and foremost major urban public space, as envisioned by its 19th-century designers, Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux. Today, the Conservancy's mission is to restore, manage and enhance Central Park, in partnership with the public, for the enjoyment of present and future generations.
Conservancy crews care for 250 acres of lawns, 24,000 trees, 150 acres of lakes and streams and 80 acres of woodlands; install hundreds of thousands of plantings annually, including bulbs, shrubs, flowers and trees; maintain 9,000 benches, 26 ball fields and 21 playgrounds; preserve 55 sculptures and monuments, as well as 36 bridges http://www.centralparknyc.org/.
Strawberry Field
A 2.5 acre area near Central park to honor John Lennon- song writer, singer and member of the Beatles, who was assassinated in the courtyard of the nearby Dakota apartment in 1980-currently still stand. Strawberry Field forever was one of John Lennon most popular songs. The title of another song “Imagine” is unscripted in the center of a Black and white mosaic from Pompeii. The garden Landscaped and set aside as a meditative garden of peace by Lennon’s wife, Yoko Ono (Blue Guide p. 292). Using Yoko Ono's 1984 funding for the improvement of Strawberry Fields, Bruce Kelly designed the Garden of Peace. This contemplative space, fashioned in harmony with the original vision of Central Park creators Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux, abounds with shrubs, trees, flowers, and rocks donated by 150 nations around the world http://www.nycgovparks.org/highlights/places-to-go/strawberry-fields.
A 2.5 acre area near Central park to honor John Lennon- song writer, singer and member of the Beatles, who was assassinated in the courtyard of the nearby Dakota apartment in 1980-currently still stand. Strawberry Field forever was one of John Lennon most popular songs. The title of another song “Imagine” is unscripted in the center of a Black and white mosaic from Pompeii. The garden Landscaped and set aside as a meditative garden of peace by Lennon’s wife, Yoko Ono (Blue Guide p. 292). Using Yoko Ono's 1984 funding for the improvement of Strawberry Fields, Bruce Kelly designed the Garden of Peace. This contemplative space, fashioned in harmony with the original vision of Central Park creators Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux, abounds with shrubs, trees, flowers, and rocks donated by 150 nations around the world http://www.nycgovparks.org/highlights/places-to-go/strawberry-fields.
Imagine by John Lennon with lyrics-http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RwUGSYDKUxU
As we proceed with miles and miles of walking. My Poor Feet!!! We come to the Guggenheim Museum also known as the Millionaires Row; an internationally renowned art museum and one of the most significant architectural icons of the 20th century, the Guggenheim Museum is at once a vital cultural center, an educational institution, and the heart of an international network of museums. The experience include special exhibitions of modern and contemporary art, lectures by artists and critics, performances and film screenings, classes for teens and adults, and daily tours of the galleries led by experienced docents. Founded on a collection of early modern masterpieces, the Guggenheim Museum today is an ever-growing institution devoted to the art of the 20th century and beyond Guggenheim.
One of the city’s most controversial and distinctive buildings-a spiral with a ramp cantilevered out from its interior walls sitting above a horizontal slap. Frank Lloyd (designer) called the building “organic” architecture, imitating the form and colors of nature, while critics called it a bun, snail and an insult to art (Blue Guide p. 467-468). I personally think it’s very interesting and unusual.
One of the city’s most controversial and distinctive buildings-a spiral with a ramp cantilevered out from its interior walls sitting above a horizontal slap. Frank Lloyd (designer) called the building “organic” architecture, imitating the form and colors of nature, while critics called it a bun, snail and an insult to art (Blue Guide p. 467-468). I personally think it’s very interesting and unusual.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
The Metropolitan Museum also know as the MET is the Largest and most comprehensive museum in the world. The building occupies 1.5 million square feet (roughly 31 times the size of an American field or 47 times the footprint Westminste Abbey) and its collections include more than two million objects, whose range includes the whole and the entire sweep of human civilization. Every year more than five million people visit (Blue Guide p. 326).
One of the painting Prof. Don elaborated on was Pablo Picasso- Les Demiosselles d’Avignon 1907.
The Metropolitan Museum also know as the MET is the Largest and most comprehensive museum in the world. The building occupies 1.5 million square feet (roughly 31 times the size of an American field or 47 times the footprint Westminste Abbey) and its collections include more than two million objects, whose range includes the whole and the entire sweep of human civilization. Every year more than five million people visit (Blue Guide p. 326).
One of the painting Prof. Don elaborated on was Pablo Picasso- Les Demiosselles d’Avignon 1907.
This painting revolutionized the art world when first seen in Picasso’s studio. Its monumental size underscored the shocking incoherence resulting from the upright sabotaged of conventional presentation. Picasso drew on sources as diverse as Iberian sculpture, African tribal mask, and El Greco’s painting to make this startling cornpostion.
East Harlem
East Harlem, Also known as Spanish Harlem or El Barrio is predominantly populated by Latinos, particularly Puerto Ricans and an increase of Dominican and Mexican populations recently (Blue Guide p. 437). It is very common to hear different Latinos' beats on the streets; Salsa, Merengue, Bachatta, Rumba and play dominoes or card games on the side walk and the stoop or one’s apartment. Among the Latino culture, the sense of unity and family value plays an important role in the community. For attractions, tous and events visit: http://www.nyc.com/visitor_guide/el_barrio_spanish_harlem.75851/editorial_review.aspx
Julia de Burgos is considered by many as the greatest poet born in Puerto Rico, and, one of the greatest female poets of Latin America. On June 28, 1953, Julia de Burgos left the home of a relative in Brooklyn, where she had been residing. She disappeared without leaving a clue as to where she went. It was later discovered that on July 6, 1953, she collapsed on a sidewalk in the Spanish Harlem section of Manhattan, and died at the age of 39. Since no one claimed her body and she had no identification on her, the city gave her a pauper's burial on Hart Island, the city's only potter's field (Luca, Tour Guide).
East Harlem, Also known as Spanish Harlem or El Barrio is predominantly populated by Latinos, particularly Puerto Ricans and an increase of Dominican and Mexican populations recently (Blue Guide p. 437). It is very common to hear different Latinos' beats on the streets; Salsa, Merengue, Bachatta, Rumba and play dominoes or card games on the side walk and the stoop or one’s apartment. Among the Latino culture, the sense of unity and family value plays an important role in the community. For attractions, tous and events visit: http://www.nyc.com/visitor_guide/el_barrio_spanish_harlem.75851/editorial_review.aspx
Julia de Burgos is considered by many as the greatest poet born in Puerto Rico, and, one of the greatest female poets of Latin America. On June 28, 1953, Julia de Burgos left the home of a relative in Brooklyn, where she had been residing. She disappeared without leaving a clue as to where she went. It was later discovered that on July 6, 1953, she collapsed on a sidewalk in the Spanish Harlem section of Manhattan, and died at the age of 39. Since no one claimed her body and she had no identification on her, the city gave her a pauper's burial on Hart Island, the city's only potter's field (Luca, Tour Guide).