Professor Hamilton's Diary: August 5, 1935

They buy a baby grand piano; Corey fills in J. Edgar Hoover on the case

The Hamiltons returned to New York today where they made a payment of $100 toward a “slightly used” baby grand piano at the Steinway showroom. According to the Steinway website, the baby grand was introduced in the 1930s, “features the powerful and rich tone of a much larger piano” and is “small enough to fit nicely into almost any room.”

Something of a spending spree followed, as they shopped for a wedding gift at Ovington’s and then went to Macy’s for lunch and more shopping. Ovington’s was a noted seller of china and distinctive gifts which operated at 312-314 Fifth Avenue.

Late in the afternoon they started for home on the subway. “It was very hot and we were tired and late getting to Bronxville,” he said.

Following is the penultimate episode of The President’s Birthday Ball Affair.