Mourning Coney Island Institution, Ruby's Bar, 1934-2010
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<p>Local resident Brian Dillon wears a homemade parachute jump hat.</p>
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<p>Owner Michael Sarrel talks to the gathered crowd.</p>
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<p>Owner Michael Sarrel pours himself a shot of Jameson. When his daughter Cara reminded him of the no-drinking-behind-the-bar rule, he replied, "Yeah, I broke my own rules. I'm allowed today."</p>
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<p>Owner Melody Sarrel, founder Rubin Jacobs' daughter, weeps after addressing the crowd.</p>
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<p>Cindy Jacobs, Founder Rubin's daughter, addresses the crowd.</p>
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<p>Jim Shannon has been coming to Ruby's for over 50 years.</p>
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