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8459 at the corner of Flatbush Avenue and Ocean Avenue where they meet Empire Blvd.  I vaguely remember a Flying A station there.  It looks like it could be Prospect Park in the background.  However, I have some doubts because I don't recognize the white house behind the fence.  It may have been torn down before I was born or old enough to be aware of such things. In addition, I thought that they may have been a kiosk or other non-residential structure at that location.  Also, I wouldn't expect an 8000 Peter Witt on Flatbush Avenue. I assume that the picture was taken in the 40's by the truck in the background.  At that time, the 6000 series one-pole cars were used there. Unless it was after 1947, I also would expect to see trolley wire on Ocean Avenue or some tracks.  It may just be the angle of the picture.
Caption data from Richard Marks
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