This was, of course, a major embarrassment to the city’s engineering department, who had no idea that a tunnel ran underneath their city that they were totally unaware of, but there it was, and Diamond was on a quest to find it.

Finally, Diamond was able to convince the gas company to open a manhole that he thought was the entrance to this tunnel, and it was in the middle of a busy intersection on Atlantic Ave. Soon Diamond was digging underneath the street. Dirt mounds were everywhere, but he was soon uncovering evidence that a long lost trolley system existed. Not only that, but until 1861, it was one of the busiest trolley networks in the world.

A few years after his discovery, Diamond found out something even more intriguing: the existence of a locomotive that is supposedly buried inside the tunnel, and even pages from John Wilkes Booth’s diary, the missing pages that have mystified Lincoln assassination buffs for years.

Unfortunately, a corrupt contractor in 1861 convinced city officials that they should close the tunnel and fill it in, gaining the contract for himself. But he only half did the job, walling up both ends with an open area in between and covering the walls with dirt and pocketing the full amount for the job.

So by the beginning of World War I, the stories about the long lost trolley system were rampant, and would not die. Only the single manhole cover was the sole access point to the mystery, until, that is, Diamond went on his hunt.

From the mid-1970s until recently when the city revoked all of their permits, Diamond was the sole operator of a tour for the tunnel, keeping the stories alive and reviving hope that the tunnel could be reopened for the enjoyment of anyone who wanted to take a trip through history. City fathers, however, had different ideas, but they won’t share them with Diamond or anyone else.

As a result, the mystery of what is between the walls on the Atlantic Street tunnel remains. It hard to tell what is in there. Even with as much technology that is available that could answer the questions of why nobody wants to see what is behind the wall remain unanswered. And, unfortunately, it seems like the answers will never be revealed unless something changes in the near future. The good news is that Bob Diamond will still be there, ready to lead a tour, knock down a wall, or whatever else it takes to discover the secret of what is behind the wall.

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The Brooklyn Brewery has tours for their guests. These tours are free and most enjoyable. One can pack into this day a trip to Central Park. Tour the park on bicycle, foot or horse drawn carriage rides.

There is too much to mention to see that all Central Park holds for visitors. The Chelsea Galleries located spaced out among the 20th Streets between 10th and 11th Avenue. Stroll among the artwork where there is no pressure put on tourists to buy anything, but just enjoy the arts.

Many guests find a tour of New York’s City Hall wonderful to see with all the marble halls, architecture, and design. See where Abraham Lincoln’s coffin lay in state in 1865.

Be sure to catch a breathtaking view of the 911 Memorial Site and pay respects to all who perished on that forever-remembered day in history. Take a free ferry ride to Governor’s Island, a 172-acre island. The island holds a hiking path of just over 2-miles, picnic area, mini golf, the Admiral’s House and Nolan Park, which is host to a ‘ghost town’. Visit Rockefeller Center Public Art and take a Kayak trip free. The Staten Island Ferry takes guests to see the Statue of Liberty and tours are $12.00.

New York City offers so much culture, history and art, in addition to an endless venue of more expensive restaurants and shopping never ends in New York. There is an entire street in the city of New York dedicated to Broadway plays, so just pick what you want to see and get your tickets. New York is the backdrop for amazing movies and television shows. When in New York City find out how real the restaurant was in the Seinfeld series. In the Seinfeld series the cafe was Monk’s Cafe aka Tom’s Restaurant. Go and sit down for lunch or just a cup of coffee at West 112th Street and Broadway.

Visit one of the most expensive toy stores in the world call FAO Schwarz. View their giant floor piano or purchase one of your own. It is only $250,000.

When in New York, visit the Yankee Stadium and watch the game only from your luxury party suite where there is no missing any game action. This suite includes a large HD television for close up plays, an inclusive buffet with all the must have baseball foods.

Women can buy a personal shopping tour with all the best on the list, such as, Prada and Gucci. Indulge in a special makeover for $300.00. For $425.00 one can buy a personal SUV tour of New York.

From the most expensive restaurants and broadway plays, to the most casual dining and walks in Central Park , New York can be an elaborate get-a-way or a casual laid back holiday. New York offers something for every taste and budget.

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