"was a group of literary figures, mostly writers and press agents, who met regularly for lunch at the Algonquin Hotel in New York City during the 1920s. The members became a cultural institution, famous mostly for being famous, enjoying humorous conversation and games, and furthering each other’s careers and reputations. ... Besides , some of the other regular Algonquinites over the years were Woollcott’s assistant, ; of the ' and a playwright; Arthur Samuels, editor of '; , a staff writer at '; , editor of Vanity Fair, later a drama critic for ', and a sometime actor; and , short story writer, poet, and Vanity Fair drama critic. As the group grew in reputation and social connections, it drew in new members, such as the well-known actor , and the cost of annual membership was raised to $1,000, further strengthening the group’s exclusivity. ... by the early 1930s, the Algonquin Round Table had officially disbanded."
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