"A Wall-To-Wall Tour Of The Leash (Club, NYC) 1925-1975" REICHNER, Morgan S.A.

REICHNER, Morgan S.A. [21] pp. 1975 Privately Printed This special commemorative edition of 300 copies was published on the occasion of the fiftieth anniversary of The Leash. This copy is numbered 117 Illustrated by James A Houston 41 East 63rd Street New York, NY 10065 212 838 0114 VG Scroll Down for (11) Additional Scans: Brown simulated wood grain cloth, gilt spine titles with unique mounted brass dog, Club insignia and keyhole to front cover A history of the famed Leash Club of New York City, privately printed on the observance of the Club's 50th anniversary. The Leash Club has a history as an elite speakeasy. It was founded during Prohibition in 1925 as a place for dog-lovers to discuss their canine interests and the principles of breeding. Membership remains open only to men, though women may visit, and dogs are always welcome. Their 6 bedrooms: "providing quarters for visiting firemen and members in trouble at home." With descriptions of the club house; their artwork; various tr