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Medical New York - Or "I Didn't Know That!"

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As New York historians, Susan and I were recently asked to speak at a medical conference in Gramercy Park, at the prominent National Arts Club, the former house of Samuel Tilden. Remember him? He was a presidential candidate, like Al Gore, who won the popular vote but lost the electoral vote and the election. This wonderful neighborhood is the home to the rich and famous, and has New York City’s only private park where key holders are only key holders are permitted inside. By now you must realize, from our ongoing walking tour tips, that New York City has everything! We started by taking little know facts about the personalities and people who shaped the history of “Gotham”. Speaking of Gotham, did you know that Washington Irving of Sunnyside in Westchester, coined the phrase “Gotham” when describing this incredible city in his Knickerbocker Tales. (Irving Place, in the Gramercy Park area is named for him.)

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