The hidden history of new jersey is a mustreadand not just for those who reside in the garden state. The story of the area of presentday new jersey begins at the end of the younger dryas, about 15,000 years ago. Click on the image or title for additional information and availability purchases are provided by. Enjoy exciting new family rides and attractions in a remarkably clean and enjoyable park setting.
Download and read online for free history of monmouth county, new jersey by ellis, franklin, 18281885. We have a museum, of many pictures and artifacts pertaining to williamstown s past, which is open primarily by appointment, may through october, by calling becky watson at 8024335451. Start here, with a collection of 18 books novels, poetry, folklore, memoirs, natural history, sociology culled. Lewis publishing company, 1898, ol 17996898m the guide book street guide and general information of newark, newark, n. Hunterdon county historical society at the doric house 114 main st 9087821091. The manual documents many of the changes in recording methodologies due to technology and other innovations.
The new jersey historical society has an extensive archives and library, but we. Here is an alphabetical list of books about new jersey, compiled by a librarian, that are currently available. Somewhere in new jersey there is an abandoned structure housing two massive wind tunnels. Downtown williamstown is one mile from the best western monroe.
History bergen passaic counties new jersey abebooks. Theres so much history in this state, its hard to pack it into one book. Series of state funded books written to celebrate the 300th anniversary of new jersey in 1964 now digitized for new jerseys 350th anniversary. Google translate is an online service for which the user pays nothing to obtain a purported language translation. William nelson is the author of marriage records, 16651800, new jersey 3. Genealogicalancestry found history of hudson and bergen counties, new jersey by cornelius burnham harvey 1900 617 pages.
Effective april 1, 1889, the philadelphia and reading railway consolidated all of its railroads in southern new jersey into the atlantic city railroad. Located in the heart of the bustling atlantic corridor and. One of the original colonies, new jersey was an important battleground during the american revolution. There is a business center with fax, copying, and printing services available. There is a world of wonderful things to see and do at storybook land.
Originally settled by native americans, new jersey has welcomed waves of immigrants, from the dutch and english in the 1600s to. Feel free to share, discuss and enjoy the history of new jersey. Browse the most recent williamstown, new jersey obituaries and condolences. Hnewjersey is open to anyone with an interest in the history of new jersey, including but not limited to academic researchers, teachers, students, archivists, historic site staff, volunteers, genealogists, archeologists, historic preservationists, and just plain history buffs. New jersey womens history an online resource for students, teachers, and all interested people who want to know more about. He was a member of the gloucester county community church in washington twp. History before settlement in 1737, williamstown was inhabited by the lenni lenape tribe of native americans, from whom the town derived its original name, squankum. Monmouth county, new jersey by randall gabrielan history books. Johns is a congregation rich in history, moving towards tomorrow with renewed vision. Dec 05, 2016 the rich history of burlington city is the subject of a new book recently released through the south jersey culture and history center at stockton university, the university announced monday morning. Watermills of camden county by william farr bibliography. Big thanks to our generous partners for their support of our blind date with a book program. Garden state greats discover nj 350 discover nj history.
Hunterdon county history download the first 300 years of hunterdon county 1714 to 2014county government in new jersey is organized around the semilegislative board of chosen freeholders, the elected administrative officials of the county. The facility was built in 1943 to test airplane propellers for wwii bombers, but is now abandoned and decayed. West jersey history watermills of camden county by. Documents relating to the colonial history of the state of new jersey, volume xxlii, calendar of new jersey wills, vol. Open bible baptist church is a independent, biblebelieving, baptist church located in southern. Search the librarys catalog using the following subjects. New jersey was the 3rd state to join the united states of america on december 18, 1787. Also known as the garden state, new jersey has been a center for hightech industry and invention throughout its existence. The historic sites in paterson nj include the paterson falls, the casimir pulaski monument, the captain abraham godwin monument, and the last british raid monument. New jerseys oldest and largest rummage sale to benefit the visiting nurse association of somerset hills.
Celebrate and remember the lives we have lost in williamstown, new jersey. Being the story of john fenwicks colony, the oldest english speaking settlement on the delaware river paperback by. What are the best books on the history of new jersey. The williamstown historical society is the only organization devoted to preserving the history of the entire williamstown community. On friday, march 27, aarp new jersey hosted a coronavirus telephone town hall read more. Colonial records for new jersey harry nelms home bibles bios births cemetery census church colonial family history marriage military news obituaries ships wills.
Public notice as a precaution to protect the employees and the residents of monroe township from the spread of the coronavirus disease 2019 covid19, all township offices will be closed to the public, effective monday, march 16, 2020. Coping with covid19 april 20, 2020 webinar register for this webinar presented by williamstown high school and high focus centers. Penned by local experts, each images of america book weaves the history of a community in stories and rare photos, from its beginnings to today. We provide answers to over 2 million searches every day, helping 35 million users. Historyancestry found and genealogy of fenwicks colony new jersey by thomas shourds 1876 553 pages. The official web site for the state of new jersey history. Limited services will resume on wednesday, march 18, 2020, with offices still. New jersey is the diner capital of the world with an estimated 525 diners to choose from. This fascinating new history of monmouth county showcases more than two hundred of the best postcards available of this region of new jersey. Williamstown white pages phone books in new jersey nj.
History of hunterdon and somerset counties, new jersey, with illustrations and biographical sketches of its prominent men and pioneers by p. If you are looking for a church home in the williamstown area, please consider joining with our st. Storybook land has been keeping the spirit of childhood alive in an entertaining and educational atmosphere for 65 years. New jersey has a long and distinguished history that dates back far before the american revolution, in which the state played a pivotal role. Ya book gang 2161 members last activity apr 07, 2020 10. View more property details, sales history and zestimate data on zillow. History of monmouth county, new jersey by ellis, franklin.
St matthews baptist church in williamstown new jersey. The history of newark, new jersey atkinson, joseph on. We expect that the historical society will have an office at the old west newport kindergarten in laurie street latest news latest blog posts. These images, printed as postcards and sold in general stores across the country, survive as telling reminders of an important era in americas history.
During this session youll see a 3d printer in action, understand how it works, and learn. Native americans moved into new jersey soon after the reversal of the younger dryas. History hunterdon somerset counties new jersey abebooks. Hnew jersey is sponsored by the new jersey historical commission. Walter gawin obituary williamstown, nj south jersey times. Snell, james and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Abstracts of the deaths and marriages in the hightstown gazette, 3 january 187829 december 1881. Local history books on new jersey arcadia publishing. Hunterdon county new jersey new jersey calendar of wills 1670 1730. Page 56 our ammunition, light artillery and the best part of our stores had been removed, on the apprehension that howe would endeavor to penetrate the jerseys, in which case fort lee could be of no use to us. Somewhere between 1726 and 1742 richard penn recorded a deed covering what is now williamstown. History of nj new jersey information research guides at.
The history of new jerseyand gazetteer of new jersey. The findings of archaeologists, political, social, and economic historians provide a new look at how the garden state has evolved. History of monroe township monroe township, new jersey. The state has a rich native american heritage and complex colonial history. Whitepages provides the top free people search and tenant screening tool online with contact information for over 250 million people including cell phone numbers and complete background check data compiled from public records, white pages and other directories in all 50 states.
Collings lakes, new jersey the official clca website. A breakfast is served every morning at best western monroe. History of monmouth county, new jersey by ellis, franklin, 18281885 at the best online ebook storage. A 3d printer is a machine that can take a digital design from your computer and print it out into a solid threedimensional object.
New jersey has a long and distinguished history that dates back far before the american revolution in which the state played a pivotal role. The monroe township public school district, an educational team, is dedicated to the development of the potential and uniqueness of the individual student to become effective participants in an evolving global society while providing a safe educational environment for students to attain the skills and knowledge specified in the new jersey student learning standards. Bookends ridgewood nj, upcoming author signings, autographed books. The important events and heroism of jerseymen in the revolutionary and civil war is thoroughly researched and well writtenan important addition to the library of a history buff. Gallagher nee verchio, age 93, of williamstown, nj, passed away on march 15, 2020. The historic new jersey, a trip to discover the hidden treasures of its cities, meet its people, and relive the past events that made history. Superfund sites, and industrial cleanup is an important issue in its cities. No civil war battles were fought in new jersey, but between 65,000 and 80,000 soldiers from the state fought for the union and were highly commended, said.
Celebration of the bicentennial anniversary of the new jersey legislatue, 16831883. List of books and articles about new jersey history online. In 1750 the general court of massachusetts bay colony, wanting to encourage permanent settlement in the western parts, passed legislation that in order to incorporate, and for settlers to gain title to their cleared lands, a town must have a settled pastor. Eva gallagher obituary williamstown, nj south jersey times. The intent of the manual is to aid users when performing both electronic and manual searches. Sep 16, 2019 new jersey historical commission the mission of the new jersey historical commission is to enrich the lives of the public by preserving the historical record and advancing interest in and awareness of new jerseys past. His son, john, later divided this land into lots and farms and sold it. With great amenities and rooms for every budget, compare and book your williamstown hotel today. History of bergen and passaic counties, new jersey, with biographical sketches of many of its pioneers and prominent men. Order state of vermont history books, a complete collection of best sellers richly illustrating events, historical structures, lakes, and bridges. For a more complete account of the history surrounding monroe township to the present. Additional information is available at or by contacting edward moeller at 973 6248070. A history of the jersey centrals new jersey southern division railroad.
Many historical records are recorded in the county clerks office dating back to 1686, the year that gloucester county was incorporated. History and legends by william mcmahon, envisioning new jersey. William nelson author of marriage records, 16651800, new. The library also houses an exhibition gallery with rotating exhibits culled from the librarys extensive local history archives. A history of the garden state presents a fresh, comprehensive overview of new jerseys history from the prehistoric era to the present. Matthews is reaching the world with a focus on jesus and a love for one another. Williamstown historical museum is closing from february 24th 2018 and will be in storage for at least two years whilst the mechanics institute building is underpinned and refurbished. A list of revolutionary war sites in paterson, new jersey. In fact, the deed of the first property purchased by the united states government dated july 5, 1776 is one of the documents on record here along with other countless recordings that affect real estate title. Whitepages is the largest and most trusted online phone book and directory. The gloucester county clerk land records manual provides a brief history of land recordings and filings found within the clerks office. The williamstown historical museum is the official custodian of town artifacts by vote of town meeting, august, 1994 the williamstown historical museum is an admissionfree museum and research center dedicated to explaining the history of the most northwestern township of massachusetts.
Our vision is to have a biblecentric church that will reach the world with the good news of jesus christ, zealously living out the great commission reaching, teaching, and discipling converts. Building the replica of the regulation house in 1953. Legislature page images at hathitrust the new jersey coast in three centuries. Williamstown, foyran, a townland in foyran civil parish, barony of fore, county westmeath williamstown, mayne, a townland in mayne civil parish, barony of fore, county westmeath williamstown, piercetown, a townland in piercetown civil parish, barony of rathconrath, county westmeath. History history index history az new jersey history united states new jersey travel new jersey new jersey genealogy delaware civil war new jersey new jersey sports united states history united states us presidents usa 19th century usa 20th century founding of america colonial period the american west native americans slavery civil rights. The long history of heavy industry in new jersey has left the state with the largest inventory of u. Aug 10, 2014 i have depressingly few books on the history of new jersey, but the ones i do have are pretty good. New jersey yearbooks online new jersey yearbook collection. Arcadia publishing local and regional history books. Aarp in new jersey coronavirus telephone town hall with new jersey governor phil murphy, nj department of health commissioner judith persichilli and nj department of human services commissioner carole johnson. Victorian summers at the grand hotels of long branch, new jersey by george h. Search for new jersey classmates, friends, family, and memories in one of the largest collections of online univeristy, college, military, and high school yearbook images and photos. I highly recommend the encyclopedia of new jersey, which was published by rutgers university. Walt was a us army world war ii veteran and later worked as a dye setter at owensillinois in glassboro for over 40 years before retiring.
Architectural preservation organizations in new jersey. Williamstown public library home page milne library. Nj history books do you know the history of your town. The 18 books every new jersey resident should read before they. Find 47 photos of the 1403 exposition dr townhouse on zillow. New jersey has been a leader in industrial research and development since the establishment in 1876 of thomas edisons research facility in menlo park.