Mar 16 2009

Tuesday, March 17, 2009: A cup of coffee at the 1910 Vanderbilt Cup


The Vanderbilt Cup Races attracted all types of entrepreneurs to Long Island. Farmers sold parking spaces for $25, while hawkers sold trinkets, pennants and programs for 25 cents. However, the busiest temporary store is shown here, where spectators could purchase coffee for 5 cents a cup.

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