Classic Photo: Lower Manhattan Was Terrifying In 1888 It's easy to romanticize Old New York —but it wasn't always filled with cuddly subway graffiti, goofy beefsteak dinner traditions , and adorable billy club-wielding vigilantes . Back in the late 19th century, parts of Lower Manhattan were crime-ridden cesspools filled with tough looking b'hoys in intimidating bowler hats. [ more › ]
June 16, 2013 - Gothamist