The “Brooklyn Basin” is another one of those big plans for Red Hook that did not happen .  The plan appeared on maps as if it was built - with no indication of its aspirational status -  leading people in the 21 st century to think...

In 1928, Joseph Stephens, an employee of Beard's Erie Basin, tripped on a winch handle, fell and hurt his arm.  The State Industrial Board awarded him compensation for the days he was unable to work. Beard and the Travelers Insurance Company...