VALENTINE'S MANUAL

Like many other old attractions, fishing has gone to
join the Indians.

There also seemed to be more activity along the water
front thirty or forty years ago than there is today. The
Corinthian, the Palisade and the Yonkers Yacht Clubs
were flourishing organizations and some of the boats
owned by members enjoyed more than a local reputation.
I recall the Henry Ward Beecher, sailed by Jack Warren,
and owned by Charley Bevers and Wardy Tompkins of
Hastings. The Beecher was probably the fastest sloop
on the river at the time and for many years won nearly
every contest in which she entered.
 

Old  time  North  River  Ferryboat.

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