Vanderbilt Cup Races

Just noticed too in the above article that an overgrade crossing over Jericho Tpke was being disputed. Once said and done, we know this became a HWY bridge, LIMP built under Jericho Tpke.

From Kleiner's Korner: The Land of the Motor Parkway Mineola Lodge (Kiosk)

There still is a natural uprise west towards Sheridan Blvd. Screenshots below viewing west from Donna La show the steady uprise.

From Kleiner's Korner: The Land of the Motor Parkway Mineola Lodge (Kiosk)

Since we’ve been made aware of Sam’s passing I was able to make contact with Sam’s widow who very much knew of his passion for the Motor Parkway (she also knew of Howard as Sam very often mentioned his name).  As the following e-mail indicates she very much misses Sam and was appreciative of my efforts to contact her to let her know how many people in our group Sam touched.  She and Sam’s daughter’s very much want to keep his website alive so that his legacy and vast knowledge can continue to assist others.  Hopefully that will be accomplished!

Dear Mr. Kleiner,

Heartfelt thanks for your contacting me and for sending the links to sites honoring Sam’s memory.  He lived a full life, with much courage and passion for his many interests and with love for his family. Even when he was already declining, he was volunteering at his church and supporting my ministry. I loved him immensely and his death has brought much pain and sadness. Knowing that he is remembered by others who knew him and who appreciate his work helps assuage that pain.

I will pass your email to Sam’s daughters.  I’m sure they will be grateful for it and for your generous offer to help us to keep Sam’s legacy alive.

Again, many thanks for your kindness.  Keep well and safe.

From Sad News: The Passing of Sam Berliner III

Frank, Don’t think Bevel Hill extended as far south as Old Country Rd. My guess the the article is referring to the crossing of the proposed Westbury Avenue. I do know that along Jericho Tpke. Bevel Hill extended westward at least halfway to Roslyn Rd.

From Kleiner's Korner: The Land of the Motor Parkway Mineola Lodge (Kiosk)

Dave, great “now” pics. The former Motor Parkway outlines are all still there today!

Al, as the 1909 South Side Messenger article denounces the building of the proposed Jericho Tpke overhead bridge, including other proposed overhead bridges in the Bevel Hill area,  I’m wondering if Bevel Hill extended as far south to the Old Country Rd underpass, the nearest underpass to the Jericho Tpke underpass, 0.8 miles away to the south from the Mineola Sheridan Bowling Lanes?

From Kleiner's Korner: The Land of the Motor Parkway Mineola Lodge (Kiosk)

Al, you truly are amazing with the wealth of knowledge that you share! Thank you!

As far as the Bevel Hill name, I believe it came from a band of explorers in the area in the 1600’s with the small Mineola mound of dirt discovered by Sir Francois Bevel. Later on, the same group discovered a hilly area in California and subsequently named the area Bevely Hills, that name was slightly changed, and known as Beverly Hills today.  ...ok, that may be a made up history by me, but makes for a great story.

From Kleiner's Korner: The Land of the Motor Parkway Mineola Lodge (Kiosk)

Incorrect information on the ‘Mackey lodge’ in the above photo. It wasn’t really a lodge, but a gatehouse for Mackay’s Harbor Hill estate. It has not been demolished and even may be restored in the future.

From Sad News: The Passing of Sam Berliner III

I know nothing about the past, but I know everything about the present!

Three pics attached:
1) Standing north of Jericho Tpk looking at former tunnel/bridge location
2) Standing south of Jericho Tpk and looking south on the LIMP, the Mineola Lodge is up past the fence on the right side
3) The Mineola Lodge as it now looks

From Kleiner's Korner: The Land of the Motor Parkway Mineola Lodge (Kiosk)

Art,  ..Bevel Hill,... ah yes, who doesn’t remember good ole Bevel Hill.  I got a good idea where it was located but not how it got it’s name. In the July 30,1909 issue of the South Side Messenger,  the Parkway is described as being EAST of Mineola. Thats not entirely accurate either as at the time the heart of Mineola was around the Court House/railroad station/ Nassau Hospital. You may recall that Krug’s Hotel address was East Wiliston. Also ...that entrance to the Parkway at the time was called the Jericho Turnpike Lodge, again… that entrance had no connection to Mineola It didn’t become the Mineola Lodge until 1921. Getting there. ...You may recall in my book I mentioned the Mineola lodge keeper walking up the hill west ward etc. etc. Well that hill was Bevil Hill, the area around the Sheridan Bowling Lanes. In fact,  at the time I suggested to Kienzle that the entrance should called, “Near Bevil Hill Lodge.”  He actually liked the idea but said it wouldn’t fit on the toll tickets.

From Kleiner's Korner: The Land of the Motor Parkway Mineola Lodge (Kiosk)

Al Prete got it right about cars ID! The Ford is ‘51.

From Mystery Foto #6 Solved: The Open-Air Roosevelt Field Mall in 1957

Apologies for letting the cat slightly out of the bag Art. I saw this post and immediately thought of this promotional book that we were discussing last week. Looking forward to seeing the post on that book.

From Kleiner's Korner: The Land of the Motor Parkway Mineola Lodge (Kiosk)

Thanks for the comment Greg.  Material from this Mineola promotional booklet, including references to the Motor Parkway and the Vanderbilt Cup Races, will be featured in an upcoming post.

From Kleiner's Korner: The Land of the Motor Parkway Mineola Lodge (Kiosk)

The land in the area was very popular at that time. Ads found in a book promoting Mineola in 1908 as the parkway was being built.

From Kleiner's Korner: The Land of the Motor Parkway Mineola Lodge (Kiosk)

Another clue is the lettering on the outside of ‘Macy’s’ in lower case as it appeared when the store was built in 1956.  When the store was enlarged, the signage was switched to uppercase, ala, ‘MACY’S’ in keeping with most of its other stores as seen in Steve Lucas’ photo from 1965.

From Mystery Foto #6 Solved: The Open-Air Roosevelt Field Mall in 1957

Thank you Sam Berliner for preserving all of the history about the LI Motor parkway. I’ve learned so much from this web site and have shared what I’ve learned with so many of my friends and family.You will be missed.God bless you and your family. Gene Perry

From Sad News: The Passing of Sam Berliner III

I have this arcadia publishing Long Island Rail Road Oyster Bay Branch by David D. Morrison (2018) Came across this page and our late Sam was involved this? The top photo is something that Howard would know. In the Acknowledgements, Howard’s name is among the listed that was help for the author.

From Sad News: The Passing of Sam Berliner III

Sam will be missed greatly. In addition to LIMP information,  His digital online LIRR history records, photos and descriptions provide excellent sources for those interested.  He always was willing to share his information..

From Sad News: The Passing of Sam Berliner III

This man’s site was the first place I ever went to get info on the motor parkway.  Sorry to hear about this. RIP.

From Sad News: The Passing of Sam Berliner III

Roosevelt Field                                                                         Looking northwest.                                                                    After August 28, 1956,  newly planted trees in planters still staked.                  second photo, looking south east.

From Mystery Foto #6 Solved: The Open-Air Roosevelt Field Mall in 1957

I haven’t had the time to visit the site this weekend and this is the first I’m hearing of this. Very sad news. Thanks to Sam I stumbled on the LIMP and his site about 13 years ago, which then led me to Art and Howard’s pages. Forever grateful to him for starting me down the Motor Parkway. His email correspondence and speaking to him at a LIMPPS meeting will always be a treasure for me.

Sam, When you meet up with Willie K, let him know we’re still down here keeping his Parkway and memory alive thanks to you!

From Sad News: The Passing of Sam Berliner III