There was a pervert prowling around the western section of the city, randomly throwing his arms around unsuspecting ladies. As related in the above article, he has the neighborhood up in arms in their search for him. Even then, we had that certain element in our society. The only difference between then and now is in the way our judicial system taps the wrist area of offenders be they "huggers," muggers, or other anti social individuals.
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Showing posts with label NORTH TRENTON. Show all posts
Showing posts with label NORTH TRENTON. Show all posts
Friday, April 15, 2011
1917: NORTH TRENTON (AND WEST) COMMUNITY NEWS
There was a pervert prowling around the western section of the city, randomly throwing his arms around unsuspecting ladies. As related in the above article, he has the neighborhood up in arms in their search for him. Even then, we had that certain element in our society. The only difference between then and now is in the way our judicial system taps the wrist area of offenders be they "huggers," muggers, or other anti social individuals.
Monday, March 30, 2009
1897 HIREM WELLER'S BOAT WORKS
The MAP, photo, and article above tells the fascinating history and evolution of the old Hirem Weller Boat Works, once located on Brunswick Avenue and adjoining the canal. During its heyday, the company was reknowned for quality and seaworthy vessels. The shaded area of the map shows where the yard was located, a basin along the Delaware and Raritan Canal on Brunswick Avenue between Southard Street and Evans Avenue on today's map.
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