Check out these love stories from the Eagle archives
It’s Valentine’s Day, and love abounds in Brooklyn. The Brooklyn Eagle has been covering the borough since 1841 — and has been a steadfast chronicler of its romances. Cupid’s arrow has soared in the Heights, inspiring passions lasting to the Grave(‘s)end. It’s been as sweet as Maple(ton) syrup; even when it turns to Vinegar (Hill) — love Spring(s… Creek) eternal.
We’ve scoured our archives to bring you these four Brooklyn love stories. Happy Valentine’s Day!
Brothers to wed two sisters after a silent courtship