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B+W historical photo of cars at middle of Lincoln Tunnel on opening day, Dec. 22, 1937; re-issued Dec. 14, 1987.
Photograph
Black-and-white historical photo of cars passing at middle of Lincoln Tunnel on opening day, Dec. 22, 1937; as re-issued for 50th anniversary, Dec. 14, 1987. 7" x 10" wide print; irregularly trimmed two edges. Photo issued by Associated Press, Dec. 16, 1987. Integral caption at top. Reverse has subject file note; previous owner's barcode label; inkstamped date.
View of cars at midpoint of tunnel with New York - New Jersey demarcation on wall; tile sign.
Caption as found at top:
(NR3 - Dec. 14) -- LINCOLN TUNNEL REACHES 50TH ANNIVERSARY -- Opening day traffic is shown in the Lincoln Tunnel on December 22, 1937. The 50-year-old connection between Weehawken, N.J., and mid-town New York City will be celebrated on Tuesday with anniversary festivities. (AP LaserPhoto) (mjd21445ho) Slug: Lincoln Tunnel
2011.005.0199
2011.005
Lukacs, Claire
Gift
Museum Collections. Gift of a friend of the Museum.
Associated Press
1937 - 1987
New York City//Weehawken
Date: 1937-1987
7 in
10 in
Fair
Original or Copy: Original Status: OK Status By: dw Status Date: 2011-07-29
