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In 1953, the City published a guide book for new New Yorkers arriving from Puerto Rico. It featured resources on job-seeking, housing, churches, and community groups as well as city government services. Vertical file: Immigration, NYC Municipal Library.

  • Page 1: Orange cover of guidebook “Nueva York y Usted” showing a drawing of a man and woman looking out a window at several skyscrapers.
  • Page 2: Open page spread of guidebook written in Spanish showing a mayoral letter and seal on the left page and dedication with additional seal on the right page.
  • Page 3: Back page of guidebook displaying table of contents in Spanish.

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