A concise portrait gallery of Paterson and Passaic County’s notable citizens. This edition profiles business leaders, lawyers, public officials, and community figures who shaped the region’s history and daily life.
What you’ll experience
- Brief biographical sketches that cover career, family, and community roles
- A sense of the county’s social and professional fabric during the era
- Connections between local business, politics, and civic life
- Quick reference for names, lineage, and local influence
Key takeaways
- How leadership and enterprise shaped Paterson’s development
- The variety of public service, from law to education to municipal roles
- The personal stories behind well-known local institutions
Ideal for readers of local history, genealogy, or anyone curious about Passaic County’s past and its prominent families.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the heart of Passaic County, New Jersey, during a pivotal era of growth and transformation. Through a captivating collection of biographical sketches and photographs, the author introduces us to the individuals who shaped the county's destiny ââ â from industrial magnates and legal minds to civic leaders and philanthropists. Set against the backdrop of a burgeoning industrial landscape, the book captures the essence of a community pulsating with vitality and ambition. We encounter figures like Nathan Barnert, whose philanthropic legacy includes the Barnert Memorial Temple and the Miriam Barnert Memorial Hospital, testaments to his enduring impact on the city of Paterson. We meet Charles L. Auger, president of the National Silk Dyeing Company, whose entrepreneurial spirit helped establish Paterson as a major hub of the silk industry. The author skillfully weaves together these individual narratives to explore broader themes of civic pride, industrial development, and the enduring power of human endeavour. We witness the dedication of public servants like John R. Morris, County Register of Deeds, and the political acumen of figures like William Hughes, who rose from humble beginnings to become a United States Senator. This book offers a compelling portrait of a community and the individuals who shaped its identity, reminding us that the legacy of a city is ultimately defined by the contributions of its people. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334748905_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334748905
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334748905
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)