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I can only guess Farmingdale state college. The 2nd photo seems to be limp bridge over what is now Melville road.Building in the upper right is probably a power plant,generator?More likely perhaps a heating plant? Could it be a steam boiler.If I’m correct,the view would be South.The sand pits,where the LIMP bridge is located, is a couple of miles north,on the other side of Spagnoli Rd.My guess is LIMP turned north towards the sand pits.It looks like LIMP was removed for college construction. OR… I’m wrong.

From Mystery Foto #19 Solved: Creedmoor State Hospital in Queens (Circa 1927-1931)

Great Story and photos.

” this is a pic on the Roslyn Lodge land looking west…notice the posts going from north to south - this is not the case at any other location. “

Don’t POSTS also go north and south across BATTLE ROW from the hydrant to Bethpage-Spagnoli Road, along the strip near Glen Cove Road,  after Dead Man’s Curve and a short run east of Bethpage Restoration Bridge when they dive south
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From Sam & Dave’s “Excellent 2019 Vanderbilt Day”- #6 East Williston

I’ll take a shot on this rainy Mother’s Day morning… Pilgrim State Hospital. A Happy Day to all the Moms, despite the rain!

From Mystery Foto #19 Solved: Creedmoor State Hospital in Queens (Circa 1927-1931)

The Creedmoor Hospital complex about 1932 looking northeast.with the Winchester Boulevard bridge over the LIMP visible at top left

From Mystery Foto #19 Solved: Creedmoor State Hospital in Queens (Circa 1927-1931)

Great exploration/pics again Sam and Dave. I also find very few know about the Motor Parkway as well, as it sleeps quietly for 80 years (the GCP is 80 years old too). It’s time to wake her up again!
Dave, did you mean a continuous lineup of posts on both sides of LIMP? If so, I’ll have to visit there soon. The 1909 survey shows the N-S property lines misaligned.

From Sam & Dave’s “Excellent 2019 Vanderbilt Day”- #6 East Williston

1) Creedmoor State Hospital, Southwest facing Northeast.
2) Top left is the Creedmoor underpass. Winchester Blvd is to the left.
3) Around 1923-1924. See photos. 1924 is when the powerplant and rail spur were completed, along with the upgrades to patients’ buildings.
4) Farm Colony of Brooklyn State Hospital

From Mystery Foto #19 Solved: Creedmoor State Hospital in Queens (Circa 1927-1931)

Happy belated Birthday Howard!

From Mystery Foto #19 Solved: Creedmoor State Hospital in Queens (Circa 1927-1931)

-Identify the location and orientation of the photographer.

Looking North-NorthEast down at Creedmore in Queens.

-Identify the major roads and the Motor Parkway structure(s).

The LI Motor Parkway section just after Winchester Blvd is in the upper left hand portion. The Creedmore Bridge can clearly be seen.

-What year was this aerial taken? Provide a rationale.

Creedmore’s building 70 and 71 appear to be towards the beginning of their construction. They opened in 1929, so my guess would be 1927 being that they were in the beginning phases.

-What was the name of the building complex when this photo was taken?

I want to say the Farm Colony of Brooklyn State Hospital, but I would have thought it was just Creedmore at this time.

From Mystery Foto #19 Solved: Creedmoor State Hospital in Queens (Circa 1927-1931)

Second thought- It could also be Edgewood in Central Islip (Brentwood South); It also had a coal trestle.

From Mystery Foto #19 Solved: Creedmoor State Hospital in Queens (Circa 1927-1931)

Its the Kings Park Psychiatric Center. The railroad trestle for the coal boiler gives it away. Orientation is looking Northeast.

From Mystery Foto #19 Solved: Creedmoor State Hospital in Queens (Circa 1927-1931)

Happy 70th Birthday Howard! 

Identify the location and orientation of the photographer. 
Queens Village, photographer was in a plane looking northeast.

Identify the major roads and the Motor Parkway structure(s).  Motor Parkway and Union Turnpike, more a dirt road before its widening.  The Creedmoor Pedestrian Bridge over the Motor Parkway (white area north of the buildings).

What year was this aerial taken? Provide a rationale.  1926 - prior to widening of Union Turnpike, new construction going on at Creedmoor (and as per Brooklyn Daily Eagle picture and caption below).

What was the name of the building complex when this photo was taken?
Creedmoor State Hospital for the Care of the Insane.

From Mystery Foto #19 Solved: Creedmoor State Hospital in Queens (Circa 1927-1931)

You guys picked a great day to explore. Crisp images before the start of spring growth. How about spanning a pedestrian/bike type bridge over the LIRR again, I know that’s a pipe dream.

From Sam & Dave’s “Excellent 2019 Vanderbilt Day”- #6 East Williston

This is an awesome stretch of LIMP. This is a great spot to bring “first timers” so they can get the vibe of the motor parkway.

The LIMP in general is the most under appreciated landmark, not just in New York, maybe in the entire country! Sometimes you pass things and read about it and “ok that’s pretty cool” and you move on.

When you are made aware of the history of the LIMP and then couple that with the fact that so much of it STILL REMAINS in tact in its original form despite being in Long Island, home of 3 million people is truly amazing. It’s really hard to believe it’s not more recognized. Nobody I meet or talk to is aware of it.

From Sam & Dave’s “Excellent 2019 Vanderbilt Day”- #6 East Williston

Nice pictures and video! I remember being part of a cleanup of this area with Howard and a nice crew of volunteers several years ago. It looks in excellent condition. It also looks like you went out there on a dry day. That’s been hard to do lately!

From Sam & Dave’s “Excellent 2019 Vanderbilt Day”- #6 East Williston

Good Luck on your move South… the Merchant Marine Academy students will miss you… If you are still up in NY on May 11 we will make you the honorary judge at our car show!! bring the Olds! 
Pete Kahl

From John Cuocco Heads to Florida After 19 Years of Great Work

I spoke to someone at the 5W office on the 32 floor and was told that the painting is not on that floor.

From Update: The Hunt for the "Godfather" Train Painting is Over

This racer was out of my scope but great looking 1904 replica with what seems semi-pneumatic tires with no air required. I don’t see the air valves. Reminds me of a few bikes back in my childhood, and quite possible the 1904 standards. This likely one of the earliest 4 cyl racers

From Mystery Foto #18 Solved: The Peerless Green Dragon at the 2004 Greenwich Concours d'Elegance

Being that Greg Anderson has been on the hunt for this painting for many years, I’ll assume that he’s visited the Helmsley Building. The 32nd floor is occupied by - 5W Public Relations LLC. Wonder if the Boardroom still exists, however renovated. I’d be shocked if the painting is actually found.

From Update: The Hunt for the "Godfather" Train Painting is Over

Jimmy, Jerry, Bob: great to hear these stories/memories. You MUST have some pics! Dig through the old boxes and try and dig something up. I love the “then and now” of the LIMP.

Maureen: Howard (and his favorite co-author Al) already have the best LIMP book. Pick that one up! I can definitely help him expand his “then and now” section. He knows where to find me if he needs me!

I’ve met so many people that grew up close, sometimes VERY close to the LIMP and NOT ONE of them knew what it was.

The LIMP in general is the most under appreciated “cool” landmark. Sometimes you pass things and read about it and “ok that’s pretty cool” but when you read about, hear about the history of the LIMP and couple that with the fact that so much of it STILL REMAINS in tact is amazing. It’s hard to believe it’s not more recognized or appreciated.

From Sam & Dave’s “Excellent 2019 Vanderbilt Day”- #5 Williston Park

Peter Helck had a father who was an artist? who did the train mural. Any enlighten on this??
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Howard Kroplick

Tim Helck is the grandson of Peter Helck and the son of Jerry Helck.

From Update: The Hunt for the "Godfather" Train Painting is Over