The Irish in New York City

Letter from America by Alistair Cooke

An attempt by the Ancient Order of Hibernians to ban the Irish Lesbian and Gay Organisation from New York's St. Patrick's Day parade is examined by Alistair Cooke.

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Fri 19 Mar 199321:00

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Fri 19 Mar 199321:00
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