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This postcard portrays a drawing of a party being held at the Starlight Roof of the Waldorf Astoria. The decorations of the room were created by Victor White.

This postcard was sent to "Miss Josie Harding" of 87 Fairmount St. in Brookline,…

This booklet was produced for patrons of the Starlight Roof and provides them with "Tips to Dancers." Such tips include how to dress, how to act, how to dance, and how to converse with other guests.

A printed ballroom guide, given to patrons of the Starlight Roof, advising on manners, conduct and dress. The item is undated but matches the style of a menu printed in 1934. An excerpt:

"One's MANNERS are an index to one's character. The…

"A highlight of the champagne brunch celebrating the redecoration of the famous Starlight Roof of the Waldorf-Astoria by theatrical scenic designer Oliver Smith was a fashion show by French couturier Guy Laroche featuring his latest collection show…

Black and white photograph depicting Conrad N. Hilton, president of the Waldorf=Astoria, in conversation with Guy Lombardo, famous orchestra leader, while attending a dinner party with Miss Adele O'Connor.

Black and white photograph depicting President Richard Nixon dancing with his daughter at an event at the Waldorf=Astoria Hotel's Starlight Roof, date unknown.

Color lithographic print of E.E. Anthony's rendering of the Starlight Roof at the Waldorf=Astoria Hotel, 1939.