Clock Tower in Long Island City

The Tallest building in Long Island City in 1927 Designed by Morrell Smith

Morrell Smith (1876-1947), was born in Springfield, Queens, New York. He was fluid in a wide variety of architectural styles, and was particularly active in the borough of Queens. He opened his first office in Far Rockaway, Queens in 1896. Starting in 1920, Smith developed an extensive relationship with the Bank of Manhattan, now Chase Manhattan Bank, by becoming the architect for their branch offices.