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The Big Apple. xxxxx pictures A series of citations, quotations, and evidence on the true origins of a New York City nickname, with additional material on other words and terms associated with the city. A web site by Barry Popik. Big Apple Corner at 54th Street and Broadway in Manhattan. RSS / Atom xxxxx pictures < Home Civic Virtue (Big Boy, Fat Boy, Rough Guy) “Civic Virtue” is not to be confused with “Civic Fame” (the statue, modeled by Audrey Munson, on top of the Municipal Building). “Civic Fame” debuted in 1922 in front of City Hall in City Hall Park. People hated it! They called it “big boy” and “fat boy” and “rough guy” and “tough guy.” In 1941, the statue was banished to Queens, where it is today. ... ... ... ... http://www.oldkewgardens.com/ss-queensblvd-0500.html Statue of Civic Virtue This landmark was designed by Frederick MacMonnies and sculpted by the Piccirilli Brothers (Ferrucio, Attilio, Furio, Horatio, Masanielo and Getulio) of the Bronx.
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