Old New York in Photos #8 Fifth Avenue North From The Plaza 1930

Fifth Avenue Looking North from The Plaza (59th Street) 1930

Two way vehicular traffic is probably a shocking thing to see on Fifth Avenue, but in 1930 it was the norm.  We’re looking north from 59th Street. The Sherry-Netherland Hotel is on the right.On the left is the equestrian statue of General William Tecumseh Sherman. Also note: only one traffic light and no policemen directing traffic. Without a walk / don’t walk signal, pedestrians cross at their own risk.

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