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Bridges - Manhattan Bridge - [Construction.]
Manhattan Bridge: was begun October 1, 1901 and opened December 31, 1909. The total cost of land and construction being $31,084,705. Three views showing the tower. September 7, 1908
Photo from the New York Public Library - Milstein Collection
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