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Morty Arkin Memorial Plaque map_it

  • Description: Plaque
  • Materials: Bronze
  • Dimensions: H: 1'4" W: 2'
  • Cast: ca. 1972
  • Dedicated: May 13, 1972
  • Foundry: U.S. Bronze Sign Company, NY
  • Donor: DPR
  • Inscription: MORTY ARKIN / MEMORIAL ATHLETIC FIELD / "HE GAVE OF HIMSELF TO OTHERS". / FOR DEDICATED SERVICE IN THE / PARKS, RECREATION / AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS ADMINISTRATION / MAY 13, 1972

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