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Whippany, NJ resident John Kuchinsky recounts his experience as a sailor during World War II
John Kuchinsky (1925-2019) recounts his experience on the USS Concord (CL-10) during World War II.
Interview conducted and recorded by David Galante.
In the collection of the Caroline Rose Foster North Jersey History and Genealogy Center
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John Kuchinsky talks about growing up in Whippany, New Jersey in the 1930s
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Longtime Whippany, NJ resident and World War II Veteran John Kuchinsky (1925-2019) describes life in Whippany, NJ in the 1930s and 40s. Interview conducted and recorded by David Galante In the collection of the Caroline Rose Foster North Jersey History and Genealogy Center.
Art & Industry: Exploring the relationship between the two with Andrea Lekberg
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Andrea Lekberg, owner of The Artist Baker in Morristown,gave a talk and slide show of her recent project at The John Michael Kohler Art Center in Sheboygan, WI. Andrea was part of the JMKAC’s 50th Anniversary of the “Arts/Industry” program in which artists are invited to create art in the Kohler Factories. Having done the residency in 2001, Andrea opted out of working in the factory at that tim...
Interview with Marcus Northrup on the founding of Harding Township, New Jersey
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Oral history interview conducted by librarian Barbara Hoskins of Marcus Northrup on the separation of Harding Township from Passaic Township, Morris County, New Jersey. Please note that Passaic Township, Morris County changed its name to Long Hill Township in 1992. The interview cuts off suddenly and the rest of the recording has been lost. For more information contact the Caroline Rose Foster ...
From Farragut Place to Fifth Avenue: The Colorful Life of the Colles Family
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From Farragut Place to Fifth Avenue: The Colorful Life of the Colles Family presented by Kate McCabe at the Caroline Rose Foster North Jersey History and Genealogy Department of the Morristown and Morris Township Library
The Pirates of Penzance: When Gilbert & Sullivan Changed the World
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This beloved musical premiered simultaneously in both the UK and NYC in 1879. How did this comic operetta change the world? And why is it still popular after 145 years? Musical theater historian John Kenrick celebrates one of his personal favorites with great performance videos and more than a century’s worth of backstage dish. This is a recording of a 2/13/24 Zoom presentation.
Homer Lyman Home Movies, Nutley, New Jersey, ca. 1950s
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Home Movies shot by Homer Lyman of Nutley, New Jersey. Donated by Troy Conover Caroline Foster North Jersey History and Genealogy Center Morristown & Morris Township Library
Homer Lyman Home Movies, Nutley, NJ, ca. 1950s
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Home Movies shot by Homer Lyman of Nutley, New Jersey Donated by Troy Conover Subjects Include: Chateau Theirry & Belleau Woods Cemetery Bimini Fishing Tournament Caroline Foster North Jersey History and Genealogy Center Morristown & Morris Township Library
George Washington in Morristown by Joel Farkas
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Join us for a tour of historic Morristown, NJ with your guide George Washington! There is so much history in our own backyards which many of us don’t know about. Joel Farkas will take us back in time to learn about the founding of our country and the role of George Washington in the history of Morris County. Joel Farkas is a popular lecturer on historical topics through Lifelong Learning instit...
A Wind Storm Visits Vail near Blairstown, April 1, 1929, Blairstown, N.J.
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Filmed by Dr. Frank Bird (1896-1954) of Netcong, N.J. NJHGC Video Collection
Dynamite is responsible for the death of Joseph and Fred Direuzo. February 4, 1931, New Jersey
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Filmed by Dr. Frank Bird (1892-1954) of Netcong, N.J. NJHGC Video Collection
Fire partly destroys the Will's Lumber Yard, November 9, 1930
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Fire partly destroys the Will's Lumber Yard, November 9, 1930
Ice Boating on Lake Musconetcong, February, 1929, Netcong, N.J.
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Ice Boating on Lake Musconetcong, February, 1929, Netcong, N.J.
Outboard Motor Boat Races at Lake Hopatcong, September 1929, Lake Hopatcong, N.J.
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Outboard Motor Boat Races at Lake Hopatcong, September 1929, Lake Hopatcong, N.J.
Mayor Koclas and Charles McCracken make an election bet. Netcong, NJ, ca. 1929
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Mayor Koclas and Charles McCracken make an election bet. Netcong, NJ, ca. 1929
The Annual Ice Boat race on Lake Musconetcong, February 8, 1930, Netcong, N.J.
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The Annual Ice Boat race on Lake Musconetcong, February 8, 1930, Netcong, N.J.
Lake Musconetcong Estates Country Club opens for 1929, Netcong, N.J.
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Lake Musconetcong Estates Country Club opens for 1929, Netcong, N.J.
Bird Home Movies, ca.1930s
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Bird Home Movies, ca.1930s
Memorial Day, 1929, Netcong-Stanhope, N.J.
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Memorial Day, 1929, Netcong-Stanhope, N.J.
The Stanhope Furnace, Stanhope, N.J., 1928
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The Stanhope Furnace, Stanhope, N.J., 1928
The Palace Court makes way for the new State Highway April, 1929, New Jersey
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Filmed by Dr. Frank Bird (1892-1954) of Netcong, N.J. NJHGC Video Collection
Air Circus at the Wills Flying Field, November 1, 1931
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Filmed by Dr. Frank Bird (1892-1954) of Netcong, N.J. NJHGC Video Collection
Winter Sports, 1933
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Filmed by Dr. Frank Bird (1892-1954) of Netcong, N.J. NJHGC Video Collection
Lake Hopatcong, 1933. Lake Hopatcong, NJ
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Filmed by Dr. Frank Bird (1892-1954) of Netcong, N.J. NJHGC Video Collection
Pastrami on Rye: An Overstuffed History of the Jewish Deli
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Pastrami on Rye: An Overstuffed History of the Jewish Deli
Lake Hopatcong in the Roaring Twenties
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Lake Hopatcong in the Roaring Twenties
Sheep Story Time
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Sheep Story Time
Hokusai and Japan in the Floating World: Japanese Art Lecture with Tom Silver at the MMT Library
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Hokusai and Japan in the Floating World: Japanese Art Lecture with Tom Silver at the MMT Library
Spring Story Time
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Spring Story Time