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New York Central Athletic Field

 
map New York Central Athletic Field
Location: between Cornell Road and Mayfield Road north of railroad tracks Description: 7.2 acres; 313,880 square feet bounded by Cornell Road, Mayfield Road, and the New York Central Railroad

This property continued in use after 1949. Post-1949 research is not yet completed.


Other Names
Cornell Road Athletic Field
University Athletic Field
   


Cost 1931: $251,104

Occupants
1931-1949+: WRU and City of Cleveland
Uses
1931-1949+: Athletics and recreation


Bought
1931: from New York Central Railroad Company
Leased
1931, 1932, 1934-1949+: to City of Cleveland



Alterations and Modifications


Description
1939: Added land at Cornell Place, 11622, Cornell Place, 11623 and Cornell Road, 2115

Alterations and Modifications


Description
5/1941: Sold 200' x 200' to Standard Oil Co.
Cost
sale price: $17,750

 


This summary was compiled by staff of the University Archives from sources in the custody of the Archives.