The Last Speakeasy on Swing Street
Walk west on 133rd. Find the red awning marked Bill’s Place and buzz yourself in.
- story: Leslie Pariseau
- photos: Michelle Heimerman
Walk west on 133rd. Find the red awning marked Bill’s Place and buzz yourself in.
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