The Sky Race: The Chrysler Building Opens
On May 27, 1930, the Chrysler Building opened to the public at 1,046 feet, winning New York's race to the sky with a secret spire hoisted in 90 minutes.
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The Human Fly Climbs the World Trade Center
On May 26, 1977, Queens toymaker George Willig scaled the 110-story South Tower of the World Trade Center with homemade clamps — and was fined $1.10.