Hotel New Yorker "Manpower", New York, 1942 German This whimsical image of a

This whimsical image of a king lobster sitting on its throne was used on menu covers in the 1950s

offering take-out foods such as macaroni and cheese

formerly of the Tropicana hotel and casino

comfort and convenience for their era

Hotel New Yorker "Manpower", New York, 1942 German This whimsical image of aPatriotism was of paramount importance and the Hotel New Yorker menus reminded everyone that America had many resources to call on in times of war including arms, food, manpower and production. The in house illustrator used a striking V for Victory theme. This menu cover, extolling the virtues of manpower, is very effective with a soldier, businessman and farm and rail laborers striding together. Click through to see the other menu covers. They are