Manhattan: 23rd Street - Broadway, 1908

Manhattan: 23rd Street - Broadway

Where Broadway, Fifth Ave. and 23rd Street cross is the Fuller Bldg. but popularly known as the Flatiron Bldg. due to its shape. The term "23 Skidoo" allegedly originated here, folks hanging out on corner being chased by beat cops. Picture was probably taken from the old MetLife Bldg. at corner of 23d and Madison.

Photo from the New York Public Library - Milstein Collection

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