Some lauded the uniquely Brooklyn aspect of the street puddle, replete with goldfish and aquarium accessories, along with fake coral. Watch NBC 4 free wherever you are. WATCH HERE.

Some lauded the uniquely Brooklyn aspect of the street puddle, replete with goldfish and aquarium accessories, along with fake coral. Others said putting the fish in the puddle was cruel -- or stupid.

Today, we see a child leaning out over and contemplating — possibly considering jumping into — a giant puddle in the street, from March 13, 1964.