James Slip Ferry

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For other ferries to James Slip, see South Tenth Street Ferry (1857-1859) and Bridge Street Ferry (1864-1874).

The James Slip Ferry was a ferry route connecting Lower Manhattan and Long Island City, Queens, New York City, United States, joining and Hunter's Point (Queens) across the East River.

History[]

The ferry was established by May 1861, when the Long Island Rail Road was rerouted to Hunter's Point.[1] It was discontinued on October 1, 1907.[citation needed]

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References[]

  1. ^ "The Long Island Railroad". Brooklyn Daily Eagle. Brooklyn, NY. 10 May 1861. p. 2.
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