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Ferris Wheel and Swings, Steeplechase Island, Bridgeport, Conn.
1905 (Date published)
colored
"In 1905, George C. Tilyou, owner of Steeplechase Park on Coney Island bought the small park in Bridgeport. It received the name Steeplechase Island for its carousel-style horse ride that raced visitors down a metal track as if they were steeplechase participants." https://connecticuthistory.org/a-unique-island-attraction-in-bridgeport/
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