Corlears Hook Park
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Cherry St (at Jackson St) New York , NY 10002 United States
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Boogie is right, the Gen. had not become a public figure yet when "hooker " was written of in The Book of Americanisms in 1859. It's use was written about as early as 1835 in the New York Transcript.
Corlears Hook Park is just on the eastern edge of Manhattan. A dog run , playgrounds , and spray showers make it fun for all ages.
The term hooker was not named after this park but General Joe Hooker during the Civil War. http://wiki.answers.com/Q/Where_does_the_word_hooker_come_from
It can be seen as its own planet.
The word "hooker " was named for this area! Read more
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Park with a great view and whole a log of activities. Several different sports field, play ground, jogging path, and others - Harumi U
Maybe the best bagel in the city. My favorite, at least. Open Sesame bagel sandwich is so good. Definitely worth a visit, even on a crowded weekend morning. Bring cash! - Jordan Lee
Great running spot with great views and lots of seating along the water. Perfect for picnics! - Caroline
PHOTO: Youngsters cool off by diving off a Grand St. pier into the East River in 1935, at the link! - The New York Daily News
Category Landmarks and Outdoors » Park
Place United States » New York » Lower East Side