James Hook: pressing desire to iron

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James Hook: pressing desire to iron

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Radio New Zealand

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Radio New Zealand

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James Hook, aka the Iron Man, is the founder and ironer-in-chief of the Brooklyn Ironers' Union. Hook and his fellow ironers set up their boards in bars and cafes in the New York borough and iron strangers' clothing for free. Brooklyn Borough president Eric Adams recognised the group earlier this year with Brooklyn Ironers' Union Day on April 23, saying he applauded the organisation for 'ironing out the folds' in Brooklyn's diverse cultural tapestry. The union meets monthly and is preparing f...

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Date created

15 December 2018

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Sunday Morning

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https://www.radionz.co.nz/national/programmes/sunday/audio/2018675820/james-hook-pressing-desire-...

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