Arthur Melnick

Coney Island concessionaire

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Arthur Melnick

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Arthur Melnick grew up in Coney Island in the middle of the last century. Here, he recounts his experiences working concession stands in the amusement district during the 1960s, a difficult period for Coney Island. He speaks specifically about rides, racial tension and beach communities.