Robert Moses confidently stated, 'Brooklyn and Queens motorists will be zipping along the $28,000,000 Belt Parkway well in advance of July 1, 1940, the deadline set by the PWA in allotting $12,000,000 for the 31-mile highway.' This anticipated completion highlighted the rapid progress, with 38 percent already finished, showcasing the ambitious infrastructure developments aimed at improving transportation in the boroughs.
In 1943, the Eagles reported on the Dodgers’ 7-2 victory, noting, 'Leo Durocher and his Dodgers used the forlorn Phillies as a springboard to leap back into second place'. Gil Hodges was mentioned as the new recruit being evaluated, indicating the critical eye on players' performance amidst the Dodgers' competitive play.
The shift of power within the police department was addressed in 1945 with the statement: 'Chief Inspector John J. O'Connell today was given the inside track as successor to Police Commissioner Lewis Valentine…' This transition reflects on the dynamics of the police force during that era, stressing O'Connell's potential upcoming role amidst changes at the top.
In a candid moment from a 1945 cocktail party, 'Mayor LaGuardia drew himself a scotch and soda but refused to loosen up on the identity of Mr. Valentine's successor.' This highlights an intriguing political atmosphere and hints at the tensions surrounding leadership decisions in New York City's police department.
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