The wind blew fiercely and the rain fell heavily.

Men, driven out of their offices by the sweltering heat, walked slowly past the palace gates to their favorite bodega for a mititei, that spicy meat roll, and a cool glass of wine with a dash of seltzer. Autos sped past. Newsboys shouted.

The Fudd was favored for its flotation, while the Kahuna earned an “A+” for versatility.

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