CEMETERIES-Continued. Berger, Sec.; Abram Greenwald, Supt., 150 Richmond av.. Port Richmond, S. 1. Fair View-Richmond turnpike, Castleton Corners. 31⁄2 miles from St. George Ferry by Midland Electric Ry. 30 acres. Wm. Anderson, Pres.; Wm. J. Ladd, Sec.; Lawrence Stein. Supt. Office, 51-53 Richmond terrace, New Brighton. Fountain-Richmond terrace and Van st., West New Brighton. 5 acres. Harry V. Fountain, Sec., West New Brighton. Hebrew-Richmond turnpike, nr. Clove road. 98 acres. Office, 11 Elizabeth st., Port Richmond. I. W. Wolf, Supt., P. O. Box 87, Port Richmond. Moravian-Richmond road, New Dorp. 80 acres. Ferry from Whitehall st., from St. George, via Midland Elec. Ry., 6 miles distant. P. P. Heal, Pres.; N. J. Ostrander, Supt. Office at cemetery. New Springville-Richmond av.. New Springville, S. I. 6 acres. Reached by Staten Island Ferry and railroad to Port Richmond and Richmond av. trolley. Isaac Winant, Pres., Port Richmond. Ocean View (St. Agnes)-Opp. Whitlock Station, Richicond. 442 acres. Reached by trolley, Rapid Transit road or carriage from St. George ferry. Office, 220 B'way, Mhtn. Chas. C. Dickinson, Pres.; Louis W. Groat, Sec. St. Agnes'-Grounds at Richmond, S. I. Mhtn. office, 220 B'way. C. C. Dickinson, Pres.; L. W. Groat, Sec. St. Mary's-Parkinson av. and Southern Boule vard, Grasmere. Rev. James F. Mee, Director; D. McCaffrey, Keeper, Rosebank P. O. St. Peter's-Junction of Brooks av. and Clove road, West New Brighton; controlled by St. Peter's R. C. Church. Silver Lake Richmond turnpike, near Silver Lake, Tompkinsville. 4% acres. 9,500 buriais. Manhattan office, 58 Canal st. Reached from N. N. City by S. I. Ferry to St. George, thereby S. 1. Electric and Midland Electric cars. Barnett Friedman, Pres.; H. E. Adelman, Sec.; A. R Gold. Supt., Stapleton. S. I. Silver Mount-Richmond turnpike, near Clove road, Tompkinsville. Route. from St. George Ferry. South st., to Central av., to Richmond turnpike; 2 miles. S. Cooper, Jr., 93 Tompkins av., New Brighton. Staten Island-Richmond terrace, West New Brighton, adj. Fountain Cemetery; 21⁄2 miles from St. George ferry. 22 acres. Office, 2 Cedar st.. Mhtn. Lot C Alston, Pres.; Jos. H. Barker, Sec.. 2 Cedar st. Woodland-10 acres. Richmond turnpike, near Clove road; 2 miles from St. George Ferry, via Central av. and Richmond turnpike. Electric cars from ferry. Michael Koffer, Pres.; Chas. Koffer. Sec. Office, 157 Broad st., Stapleton. Woodrow Woodrow, S. I. 3 acres. 1 mile from Huguenot Station. Reached by S. I. Rapid Transit R. R. C. Bogardus, Sr., Pres.; W. H. Bedell, Sec.; Abram R. Kelsey, Supt., Rossville P. V. PASSPORTS. Rules Governing Issue of Passports. 1 By whom issued-No one but the Secretary of State may issue passports in the United States. A citizen desiring a passport while abroad should apply to the diplomatic representative in the country where he happens to be; or, in his absence, to the consul-general; or, in absence of both, to the consul of the United States. The necessary statements may be made before the nearest consular officer of the United States. If in one of the insular possessions of the United States, application should be made to the chief executive of such possession. 2. Passports are granted to those only who owe allegiance to the United States; a person who has only made the declaration of intention to become a citizen cannot receive a passport. person described therein, and set forth facts of 9. A resident of an insular possession of the United States who owes allegiance to the United States-In addition to rule 3 he must state that he owes allegiance to the United States and that he does not acknowledge allegiance to any other government; and must submit affidavits from at least two credible witnessses, substantiating his statements of birth, residence and loyalty. 10. Expiration of passport-A passport expires in two years. A new one will be issued upon a new application and, if naturalized citizen, the old passport will be accepted in lieu of a certificate of naturalization. 3. Applications-A citizen in this country must make written application, in form of an affidavit, to Secretary of State. It must be attested by an officer authorized to administer oaths and if he has an official seal it must be affixed. If applicant signs by mark two attesting witnesses to signa11. Wife, minor children and servants-When apture are required. Applicant is required to state plicant is accompanied by wife, minor children, date and place of birth, occupation and residence, or servant, who is an American citizen, it will be to declare he goes abroad for temporary sojourn, sufficient to state the fact, giving the respective and intends to return and must take oath of ages of the children and the allegiance of the allegiance to U. S. Government. Applications servant, when one passport will suffice for all. A must be accompanied by a description of the per-woman's passport may include her minor children son applying, and state following particulars, viz.: and servant under above conditions. Age, stature, feet, inches (English measure), forehead, eyes, nose, mouth, chin, hair, complexion, face. The application must be accompanied by a certificate from one witness that applicant is the person represented and that the facts stated are true. 4. Native citizens-See rule 3. 5. A person born abroad whose father was a native citizen of United States-In addition to requirements of rule 3 application must show that his father was born and resided in United States, and was a citizen at time of applicant's birth. 6. Naturalized citizens In addition to require ments of rule 3, a naturalized citizen must transmit certificate of naturalization, or certified copy of court record thereof, with application. must state when and from what port he emigrated, in what ship he sailed, where he has lived since arrival, when and before what court he was naturalized. He 7. Woman's application-If unmarried in addition to requirements of rule 3 she must state she has never been married. If wife of native citizen, it should so appear in application. If wife or widow of a naturalized citizen, in addition to requirements of rule 3. she must transmit for inspection her husband's certificate of naturaliza tion, state that she is the wife (or widow) of 12. Professional titles-They will not be inserted in passports. 13. Fee-One dollar is the fee collected for every passport. Orders should be made payable to Dis bursing Clerk, Department of State. Drafts or checks will not be accepted. 14. Vises of passports-Will not be procured by Dept. of State from representatives of foreign gov ernments. 15. Blank forms of application-Are furnished by the Department to persons desiring to apply for passports. 16. Address-Communications should be addressed to the Department of State. Passport Bureau. 17. Rejection of application-The Secretary of State may refuse to issue a passport to anyone who, he has reason to believe, desires it for an unlawful or improper purpose, or who is unable or unwilling to comply with the rules. The foregoing rules apply also to passports in United States. National Banks in U. S. The number of National banks in the United States in June, 1903, was 4.953, authorized capital, $748,531,675, bank notes outstanding, $406 443,203, secured by $363,586,987, U. S. bonds on deposit and deposits in lawful money of $42,856,218. PARKS, DRIVES AND STATUES. A statue of Gen. Fowler, commander of the old 14th Regt., was unveiled in Fort Greene or Washington Park, May 18, 1902. The Park system of Brooklyn and Queens consists of 36 parks, with a combined area of 1,577-718 acres. In addition there are 14 small gore parks. A statue of Gen. Henry W. Slocum, commandfrom one-fourth to one-half acre each. 2 player of the old 14th Regt., was unveiled late in Nogrounds and 20 parkways with total mileage of vember, 1903, at Bedford av, and Eastern Parkway. 12 miles, which are controlled by the Park Department, with offices at Litchfield Mansion. Prospect Park, Brooklyn. For officers and employes of the Park Department, see City Government chapter. THE SHORE DRIVE. Two arches connecting Shore Drive with 4th av. were completed during 1901, one under 2d av., the arches connects the Shore Road with 4th av. and will eventually be carried through to Fort HamDyker Beach Park has a frontage on Graves other under 3d av. The macadam road under In 1835 Commissioners were appointed by City of Brooklyn to lay out a Park system. and in 1839 maps showing lands selected were filed with theilton av. city clerk, the Commission acquiring Washington, Tompkins and City Parks. In 1845 an act was passed by the Legislature by which the site of Washington Park was to revert to the original owner. Acquisition of Ft. Greene Park was authorized by the Common Council in 1847. Prospect Park was acquired through act of the Legislature of 1859. Its development was begun July 1, 1866, and in Oct., 1867, the park was completed and thrown open to the public. Its design and construction was carried on under the direction of Messrs. Olmsted, Vaux & Co., their design providing for a great natural park as distinct from the artificial features of Central Park. The land cost $3,919,370, and its construction about $6,000,000. Attractive features its natural beauty, the great variety of its woodland, its botanical gardens, menagerie, the Lullwood bridge over the lake, a large lake with numerous boats, about 200 tennis courts and croquet grounds. The Parade grounds of about 40 acres, on southerly side, is set aside exclusively for use of base ball, cricket and polo players. are The Palm House is located at the Greenhouses, 7th st. and 9th av. (Prospect Park W.), and is one of the most beautiful sights of the Park. end Bay. The marsh in the center will be dredged and a lagoon created. Sunset Park is on a high plateau and commands views of the river, harbor of New York, overlooks the bay, Staten Island and a large part of Brooklyn. Institute Park, on Flatbush av., which divides it from Prospect Park, was part of the original purchase of Prospect Park. Long used as a dump ground, it has, during the last two years been An artificial developed into a picturesque space. lake has been made, trees and shrubs planted and hills constructed, Seaside Park is the only property the city has on the ocean and was beautified and fully developed in 1902. A new park will also be constructed in the Eastern District, the Board of Estimate having two years ago authorized the condemnation of a plot of land in the 14th, 15th and 17th Wards, bounded by Berry st., Nassau av., Lorimer st., Driggs av., Manhattan av., Leonard st., Bayard st., Union av. The vaiue and North 12th st., comprising 45 acres. of the land is estimated at $1,000,000. The land used for playgrounds is within the territory to he acquired for the park, having been bought at private purchase. The statuary of Prospect Park includes the bronze figure of J. S. T. Stranahan, bronze busts of John Howard Payne, Thomas Moore, Washington IrvPUBLIC GOLF LINKS. ing. Beethoven and Mozart. In Aug., 1895, a Public Golf Links are located at Sunset Park, shaft was erected on the slope of Lookout Hill 5th av., 42d st., and at Forest Park on Myrtle av. to the memory of the four hundred Maryland soldiers who defended the rear of the American Army upon its retreat after the Battle of Long Island. It was erected by the Baltimore Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, in conjunction with the Park Dept. The bronze statue of Major-Cen. Gouverneur Kemble Warren, near Memorial Arch, in the park plaza, was unveiled on July 4, 1896. The bronze statue of Abraham Lincoln, dedicated Oct. 21, 1869, is placed in the front part of the Flower Garden, overlooking the lake. It was paid for by popular subscription. The bust of Mozart, in the Flower Garden, was unveiled Oct. 23, 1897. It is the gift of the "United Singers of Brooklyn" to the city and was won by them as a prize in a Saengerfest, held în Philadelphia. PROJECTED PARKS. The following new parks are in process of acquirement, all having passed the local boards and been forwarded to the Board of Estimate: Fulton Park. at Fuiton st., Chauncey st., Lewis av. and Stuyvesant av. Plaza at Willink entrance to Prospect Park. bounded by Washington av., Malbone st., Flatbush av. and Institute Park, as an addition to Institute Park. Flatlands Park, at Avs. I and J. E. 38th and E. 39th sts. Sunset Park addition, 5th to 7th avs., 43d to 44th sts. Park bounded by McKibbin st., Bogart st.. Moore st. and Bushwick av. Park bounded by 1st av., Bay Ridge Parkway, Wakeman pl., New York Bay and Bay Ridge av. Park bounded by Bedford av., Atlantic av., Bedford pl. and Brevoort pl. Park bounded by Bedford av., Lynch st. and NAME AND LOCATION OF PARKS. Immediately fronting the Park is the Plaza, surrounded with mounds covered with pines and attractive shrubbery. In the center is an immense electric fountain, built in 1897. South of the fountain and facing the main entrance to Prospect Park is the Solidiers and Sailors' Memorial Arch, erected to the memory of the soldiers and sailors who lost their lives in the war of the Union. The bas reliefs were prepared by Maurice J. Power, and show Lincoln and Grant on horseback, viewing the army after the fall of Richmond. The arch in 1898 was further adorned by a bronze group on top. called the Quadriga, designed by Fort Greene .... 30 Frederick MacMonnies; in 1900, two massive groups, one representing the Army and the other the Navy, for the sides. re At Gate 8, on the 9th av. side of Prospect Park, are two bronze panthers on pedestals. At Gate 4, at the Ocean Parkway entrance, are two specimens of bronze work in the shape of an athlete taming wild horses. OTHER STATUES IN BROOKLYN. Other statues are scattered throughout the Borough. The Grant statue on Bedford av., near Dean st., was unveiled April 25, 1896, the gift of the Union League Club to the city. A statue of Henry Ward Beecher stands in the center of the park in front of the Borough Hall. A statue of Alex. Hamilton graces the entrance to the Hamilton Club, Clinton and Remsen sts. Name. .......516.167....$28,0 0,000-Prospect Park W., 15th st., Coney Isl. av.. Parkside, Ocean, Flatbush avs. Bedford McKinley Tompkins City 4 ....$1,890,000 DeKalb av., 9 1-3.... $124,000-7th av.. Fort 7.750....$400,000-Tompkins, Gr'ne. Marcy, Lafayette avs. 7.500....$335,000 - St. Edwards, Navy sts., Park, Flushing avs. Howard avs., Halsey, Macon. 3....$75.000-Bradford st, Blake, Dumont, Miller avs. Brooklyn Forest.. 536.... $2,000,000-Bet. Jamaica, For boys.. For girls....... Myrtle avs.. Utica PLAYGROUNDS. Value and Location. Acres 1/ 14th st. av., This is land bought at private purchase and is a part of Williamsburgh Park, land for which is being acquired by condemnation. The playgrounds are a temporary use of the land already acquired. Name. Ocean Eastern PARKWAYS. Linden L. I. City. ...0.143.... College av. and 13th st., College Point. 1.... Lake, Park, Linden sts.. Sycamore av., Corona. 32....14th, 15th, Louisa sts. and 5th av., College Point. PROJECTED PARKS. College Point ... Long Island City, East av., Van Alst av., 9th and 12th sts. Ravenswood Park, at Vernon av., East River, Sanford st. and Pierce av.; condemnation authorized. Park bounded by Radde and Academy sts. and Paynter av. Park lying along East River, between Barclay st. and the Bulkhead line of the East River, from Hoyt to Ditmars avs., First Ward. BROOKLYN FOREST PARK, Brooklyn Forest is a natural woodland park, extending from the boundary of Highland Park Hill. in as far as Richmond Queens. It cest about $1.150,000. From its high points are obtained magnificent views of the Atlantic Ocean. Jamaica Bay and Long Island Sound. Roads have been made through and the main road is macadamized. The park drive leads into fine macadam roads connecting with Astoria, Flushing, Whitethe military reservation at Creedmoor, stone, Queens and the north side of Long Island. to Highland Park, separated from Forest Park by cemetery property, adjoins the city reservoir. It av. contains many high eminences, and is a great pleasure ground for the East New York section. Miles. Value and Location. 22.. East'n P'way Ex. 24.... Fort Hamilton.... 4%.... $1,000,000-Flatbush Fort Hamilton. PARKS, DRIVES AND STATUES-Continued. INDEX MAP OF CENTRAL PARK. Manhattan and Richmond Parks. MANHATTAN. Bowling Green-The first park space in Manhattan was that now called Bowling Green Park. In 1732 this plot was leased by citizens for playing the game of bowls. In 1786 it was first laid out as a park. City Hall Park constitutes a part of what was known in 17th century as "The Common Lands." At the close of the Revolutionary War improvements were began. The city hall cornerstone was laid in 1803 and building used for the first time in 1811.. Madison Sq. Park was laid out as a Potters field in 1794. The U. S. Govt. erected there an arsenal in 1806. Plans for improving the park were adopted in 1870. Union Sq. Park was laid out in 1815 and enlarged in 1832, and plans for its improvement adopted in 1870. Washington Sq. Park-In 1797 Potters Field was removed from Madison sq. to Washington Sq. Park, later known as Washington Parade Ground. Plans for its improvement were adopted in 1870; carried out in 1871. Tompkins Sq. Park was a parade ground in 1866. It was paved with concrete but has been remodeled and laid out as a park, Central Park-By the passage of an act by the Legislature in 1853 the ground known as Central Park was selected for a public park. Five commissioners were appointed by the Supreme Court to take the land and their report was confirmed in 1856. The first Commissioners of Central Park were Robt. J. Dillon, Jas. E. Cooley, Chas. H. Russell, John F. Butterworth, John A. C. Gray, Waldo Hutchins, Thomas E. Field, Andrew H. Green, Chas. W. Elliott, Wm. K. Strong and James Hogg. Of the gentlemen above named there is not a representative living. Thirtythree designs for improving the park were submitted in competitive contest and that selected was by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux. The actual work of improvement was begun in 1858 under supervision of Mr. Olmsted, Mr. Vaux and J. W. Mould. Some portions of the park were acquired by private sale, others taken by the city under the charters of 1686 and 1730 were already city property. The Arsenal Building and grounds were secured by grant from the State. The original park extended from 5th av. to 8th av. and from 59th st. to 106th st. The extension to 110th st. was authorized by laws of 1859 and acquired in 1863. Central Park is 21⁄2 miles long and 1 mile and. 79 feet wide. The land cost $5,028.844.10. Construction and maintenance to date, about $20,000,000. Its present value is estimated to be $200,000,000. Its drives aggregate 9.452 miles and bridle roads 5.503 miles; the walks, 31 miles. Its area is 843.019 acres. The following are some of the principal features: At 59th st. and 5th av. the Scholars' Gate, adorned by a bust of Von Humboldt, unveiled 1874. In the southwest part is the playground and carrousel for children, and beyond is the common lawn of 16 acres. The Menagerie is in the southeast part, clustered around the old Arsenal building. The mall is a broad promenade, a quarter of a mile long and 208 feet wide, bordered by double rows of elm trees and famous for the collection of statues, prominent among which are: Shakespeare, by J. Q. A. Ward, erected on the 300th anniversary of the poet's birth; Burns and Scott; the "Indian Hunter," by Ward: Fitz Greene Halleck, and a colossal Beethoven bust. Near by is the Music Pavilion. The Terrace, a sumptuous pile of richly carved masonry, and the Lake come next in view, and the famous Bethesda fountain, designed by Emma Stebbins and made in Munich. Beyond the lake is the Ramble. 36 acres, passing a bust of Schiller, rustic cabins, gorges and waterfalls. Farther on is the Belvedere, a tower of stone; next are the city reservoirs, On the left is the American Museum of Natural History. Admittance free, except on Mondays and Tuesdays (25c.) Open (free) Tuesday and Saturday evenings. Opposite the Obelisk and near 5th av. and 83d st. is the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Admittance free except Mondays and Fridays (25 cents): Monday and Friday evenings, 8 to 10. The greenhouses, opened 1899, cost $55.000; located 300 feet south of E. 106th st. entrance. Riverside Park was acquired by Chap. 697, Laws of 1867, the city obtaining possession Aug.. 1872. |