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Coney Island Reception Hosptial

There used to be a hospital on my block.

Coney Island Reception Hosptial was a two story six bed hosptial that  opened in 1901. It was set up as a first aid station for Coney Island visitors and  was only open from April thru October. 

I am not sure when it closed but I'm guessing around 1925.

This apartment building stands there today...

7th Avenue Books...

I ventured to the slope this Saturday and was sad to learn that 7th Avenue Books will be closing it's doors pretty soon. I bought so many books here and sold a bunch here as well. I briefly spoke to the owner. He has decided to do internet sales only and closing the store was his own decision. I would always look here for a book before I would go to Barnes and Noble or the Community Book Store. When I moved to Brooklyn ten year ago I always thought there were not enough used books stores and was really excited when this place opened up. I'm going to miss it.