Synopsis
Join author Joan Williams as she takes you on a journey into Morristown, New Jersey's past and brings it back to life as it was.
For many Americans, Morristown evokes pictures of ragged troops huddled in log huts, shivering in the bitter cold of winter--but there is more to the history of the town than its important role in the Revolutionary War. By the early 19th century, Morristown was a thriving community, whose growth was accelerated by such projects as the Morris Canal and the railroad. It was finally incorporated in 1865 and the city attracted wealthy New Yorkers who built magnificent mansions, many of which can still be seen today. In 1878, the Library and Lyceum opened, bringing art and culture to the booming town. Immigrants were also attracted to Morristown and the Association of Work Among the Italians was founded in 1898 (later renamed Neighborhood House as the ethnic population diversified further), which instructed the new immigrants in English and provided services for their children.
The 20th century saw many changes. The first trolley rumbled around the Green in 1909, and motor cars soon appeared on the streets. Young men and women went off to two world wars to serve (and many to die for) their country. With the 1960s came urban renewal. As many old buildings were destroyed, corporations took the place of many of the large mansions and new highways were developed. Yet, still, in the quiet back streets, and among some of the old buildings, a hint of the past can still be seen. This piece will delight young and old, visitor and resident alike.
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Local author Joan M. Williams has dedicated her wonderful new book about Morristown to all those who have lived, worked, and played in this town from the time it was a quiet crossroads village right up to its bustling and vibrant present. She has gathered over two hundred fascinating images from Morristown's past, bringing to life people, places, and events from the 1820s to the 1960s.
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