Torsney Playground
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George F. Torsney
- Location: Skillman Avenue at 41st Street; Playground House
- Description: Tablet on wall
- Materials: Bronze
- Dimensions: 11 1/3"h x 21 ½"w x 5/8"d
- Inscription: IN MEMORY OF / GEORGE F. TORSNEY / 1896 - 1942 / ASSEMBLYMAN, ACTIVE CIVIL WORKER, / ADVOCATE OF RECREATIONAL / FACILITIES FOR THE CHILDREN OF QUEENS /
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