For the Record readers are invited to take a virtual trip back to September 2, 1968, when New York Police Department photographers filmed the Labor Day parade. Nearly 100 floats with an eclectic array of unionized workers, including stage-hands, burlesque dancers, and a llama (union affiliation unclear) participated in what the New York Times described as “. . . just a nice sunny day for a parade.” [September 3, 1968].
Last week For the Record highlighted the related NYPD Handschu Collection and featured NYPD footage in previous articles, NYPD Surveillance Films and NYPD Surveillance of Organized Labor.
For the Record extends best wishes to everyone for an enjoyable Labor Day weekend.