Thanks so much for both lots of info. I am amazed that such a thing existed and that the technology came from Russia. Now I’m curious as to why the fun park closed. We had one in Sydney Luna Park which had a section called Coney Island but it too closed for a number of reasons. I can feel a bit of research coming on. Thanks for pointing me in the right direction.
That whole area had fallen into decline. But a few diehard residents got together agitated and petitioned and now the area is well on its way back. Even the boardwalk was redone and the majority of the rides. It’s a popular tourist destination. People come from all over to go to Nathan’s. A lot of new restaurants as well. It’s not the Parachut Jump turn yet I guess.
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Beautiful. You seem to know a bit about Coney Island. I posted a picture the other day of Coney Island taken in 1958. Perhaps you’d be able to tell me what the structure is in it. http://irenewaters19.com/2016/03/01/times-past-grainy-memories/ Thanks
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Hi Irene, that’s the Parachut Jump. It still stands, though not functional
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Thanks so much for both lots of info. I am amazed that such a thing existed and that the technology came from Russia. Now I’m curious as to why the fun park closed. We had one in Sydney Luna Park which had a section called Coney Island but it too closed for a number of reasons. I can feel a bit of research coming on. Thanks for pointing me in the right direction.
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That whole area had fallen into decline. But a few diehard residents got together agitated and petitioned and now the area is well on its way back. Even the boardwalk was redone and the majority of the rides. It’s a popular tourist destination. People come from all over to go to Nathan’s. A lot of new restaurants as well. It’s not the Parachut Jump turn yet I guess.
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Thanks for all that info.It has expanded my enjoyment of my old photo significantly. 🙂
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You’re welcome:)
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https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parachute_Jump
I meant to include this link for further reading. People actually floated down from the top of that, attached I’m sure:)
Pat R
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Oh, this looks so cold. Pretty though.
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It was very windy and cold so a very short visit:)
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Absolutely perfect. 🙂
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Thank you Judy:)
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And you caught a ship on the horizon. Nice!
janet
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So beautiful and peaceful. Incongruous in a way to see snow on the beach.
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I know, it seems the two should never be keeping company:)
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