This home is a representative sample of early homes built for Stirling Workers.
Long Hill Township's historic sites are as varied as its topography. From the small farms at the fringes of the Great Swamp to the high-style Queen Anne peppering the hillsides; from the worker cottages of Stirling in the Passaic valley to the picturesque crossroads of Meyersville and the towns eastern entrance, Long Hill presents widely differing historic sites within just a few miles of each other.
The Cornish farm was built in 1732 by James Caldwell, an Irish immigrant who was Gillette's first settler. The town was named Gillette by Mr. George Howell, an engineer, who surveyed the construction of the West Line Railroad from Summit to Bernardsville. He named the area Gillette in appreciation of obtaining the right-of-way for the railroad to come through. The Gillette station was the original station but has been added onto over the years. Long Hill Road and Valley Road, are the old roads
In 1871, with the arrival of the railroad, Stirling began a transformation from farming to industry. The Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York created a detailed plan of streets and layout of parcels. The plan included a factory that it leased to a button manufacturer. In 1886 the factory became a silk mill, operated by French émigré Claude Chaffanjon. Chaffanjon attempted to immigrate French silk makers but the workers were turned back and forced to return to France. Chaffanjon donated
The major settlement of Millington began in the 1730's. In 1732 Daniel Cooper settled in this area. The area was originally settled by both the Cooper and Carle families who moved here from New York. The house that the Cooper family lived in is gone but once stood at 1517 Valley Road.
This 100 acre tract of land was developed by L. Preston Gates in the 1920's and he named it Homestead Park. It was a planned residential development similar to development by Mutual Life of Stirling and Home Acres of Millington.
Meyersville is perhaps the oldest village of the Long Hill Community. The King of France granted land in the Great Swamp to a French Huguenot by the name of Bebout and the first settlers were reported to arrive here starting at the turn of the 16th century. In the 1730's another member of the Bebout family came from Holland. His son Peter settled in Meyersville. The Bebout family remained in Meyersville until about 25 years ago and the family owned three of the oldest houses in Meyersville. Th
Located on original Solomon Boyle acreage. Evidence suggests Solomon Boyle II built, lived and farmed here. NR# 75001151
Millington’s All Saints church was founded in 1904 and had many well-to-do benefactors including Mary Hudspeth Benson (#60).
Hudspeth, state senator built and lived in this home. His niece inherited it from him. Interesting design. Used for lavish parties. It was demolished in 2016. He also owned 30 Ave Maria Ct. at the time.
Architecture with western influence. One of the few homes that was built from the Lackawanna Farms subdivision plans.
This small island marks the entrance to Carlton road, one of the first roads of the township. The corner at the other end of the road has been known as "White Bridge" prior to the 1850's. But "Carlton" is relatively new. The Carlton's were a prominent family who lived at the corner at 1500 Long Hill Road around the turn of the 20th century. In the early years (1910-1940), the place was initially referred to as "Carlton's Corner" and it was not until later that the road received its final nam
The location of the Mills house appears on many townships maps dating back to the early 1800's including the 1845 Littell and 1868 Beers Atlas available in the Society Archives. It was the home of Alfred Elmer Mills until he sold it in 1913. The home is situated at the corner of Carlton and White Bridge. It was once part of a 357 acre farm bordered by the Passaic river, Carlton and White bridge roads
Adjacent to site is Turtle Rock Park whose land was donated to the town of Stirling by Herbert Gray Torrey c1890.
Was the old township library until purchased in 2005
114 Central Avenue (2002) - A craftsman-style house matching its neighbors to the north along Cental Avenue.
The congregation formed in 1871 and meetings were held in various locations. The church was part of the planned Stirling community what was summarized by Reverend Henry M. Grant when he came in 1873, at that point, meetings were held at the new school building erected near the foot of the long hill. They moved into the newly built church a year later on July 1874,
1890's-1915 a grocery store owned by Patrick O'Reilly then drug store by Dr. Katherine McGrath until 1918. Source is article in Hist. Soc files-unreferenced.
The Stirling House resort Hotel was destroyed by a fire in 1905. The 40 room resort is long since gone and a small home now stands in its place. A coach barn that survived the fire was renovated into a YMCA and temporary school but also is gone now.
A Plan book type house
Cape Cod, bright yellow, who lived here?
Owner in 2009 thought that it was a carriage house for 59 Cross Hill and possibly an ice house.
38 Cross Hill faces Basking Ridge road. The owner in 2012 claimed it was an old hunting lodge.
Built by Frederick N. Taff and wife Anna Nash Taff in 1909.
Originally part of the Millington Academy, two buildings converted into private homes c1900. (Needs verification and source). Jane Hecht says it was a carriage house and built 1852 (KR 2013) Tax Record says 1860.
The home on the hill which is now known as 123 Cross Hill was once the summer residence of the Armfileld's. William W. Armfield probably had this summer home built about 1865.
Private school started by Nishwitz. Two rooms, one for elementary, the other High school. Originally Nishwitz Octagon Barn-or site of barn. Integrity of this info needs documentation. TR says 1860
Built by Frederick Nishwitz on his land for daughter Wilhelmina Taff and her 2 children Effie Louise and Frederick N. Then owned by other daughter Doretta and husband Fred. Kelley-a well-known architect
Built by the A. D. Runyon Company In 1900. Abram D. Runyon chose this location for his feed mill business presumably because of the convenient location alongside the railroad. His mill ground special mixes for local farmers. The original mill burned in the 1920's and quickly rebuilt. The business changed to a coal service and as coal was replaced with fuel oil, the business again changed. James R. Moore took over operations in the 1950s. It's unclear when the building ceased fuel oil op
Second location for lumber yard-original mill was started in 1897-Nich. Thomas's son Russell moved the business from 1690 LongHill Rd to this location.
Owners in 2016 believe it was lived in by train conductor when RR started.
date from G.Thomas 2008 Environmental Commission, Application No.: 08-11Z,Elm Street School Associates, LLC,Block 13006 Lot 14
researched because owner wanted to get year built changed on tax bill-
Number 26 section E on 1897 Stirling Silk Mill map.
small w/gambrel roof -behind Castle homes
"C. Hoffman" appears on the 1868 Beers atlas and "L. Block" on the 1887 Robinson map. According to a Meyersville 110th anniversary booklet, it was owned by Louis Blatt in 1845.
A German congregation formed in 1846 and two years later they built a one room church at this place which was used until 1895 before it was sold for $65 and moved to 257 New Vernon Rd to make way for construction of the present building. The first services in the new church began in March 1897.
This is Gillette's equivalent to Millington's Nash/Nishwitz homes. The house is one of the two summer cottages that have survived from the Cammeyer estate.
Gillette's equivalent to Nash/Nishwitz Starburst at peak. This is one of the two summer cottages that have survived from the Cammeyer estate.
Summer cottage
Hotel for Camp Amity in 1920-30's (Weller) TR says 1947
Carriage House and worker's house for Daniel Carle/Freeman Farm house
Farm Manager's house for Daniel Carle/ Freeman Farm.
Original section was part of a stagecoach Inn that was at 1738 Long Hill Rd. When burned/demolished in the early 1900s, part was moved across the street and then moved again in 1915 by Ralph Meeker to a foundation on the Hick's tract for tenant farmers. Had major additions in 1980.
An example of an early 19th century bungalow. (DOES IT STILL EXIST?)
7/18/2023. Following a review of records, this home has been delisted has "Historic" and moved to "interesting".
Demolished June 2023
It is now #662 according to new owner
Shingle style
Elias Williams was born here in 1807 and was a prominent farmer. He inherited the land from John Williams. The area became known as 'Williams Corner'.
This one room school known as "Long Hill Schoolhouse" was erected here about 1813. Classes ended in 1924 when Stirling Central School opened. Two years later, the School Board sold it for $750. And in 1930, it became the private residence of Dorothy and Frederich Steuer.
This hillside lot overlooks the Passaic Valley and is the easterly neighbor of the Collinson House at 1127 Long Hill Road, The Villa is two doors down at 1143. The home was owned by the Clynes who named the property, "Woodedge".
The Noyes Collinson house was built around 1927 when the Chaffanjon property was subdivided (see #73) . A Chaffanjon carriage house originally stood at this location. The carved woodwork is from old railroad ties.
Built in the late 1800's by Claude Chaffanjon. Mr. Chaffanjon owned a large section of Stirling and was a great benefactor of the Roman Catholic Church in Stirling. He lived at this place and named it "The Villa".
The Hilltop land was originally owned by the Coopers and according to map records, there was a structure at this site as early as 1845.
Extensive alterations, The 1887 Atlas of Morris County indicates a building on this site, owned by H.G. Torrey. Is any of the original building standing?
Major General Benjamin Ludlow lived at this place and is shown on the 1811 Eddy map. He commanded 5000 in the War of 1812. His father, Col. Cornelius Ludlow also lived here and was in Rev. War.
Charles Einsidler was born in Switzerland in 1857. He immigrated to New York about 1884 and was a wealthy Banker there.
Transitional Shingle Style house, gable and facade, patterned-shingled gables, porch across facade and sides
Rambling late Victorian. Clapboard siding, facade-length porch with arched supports.
One of the homes located on the larger estate once known as "Cooper Heights"
The home was built by Charles E. Cook in 1910 on lands that until 2006 were owned by descendants of Daniel Cooper. Daniel Cooper came to the Passaic Valley in the early 1700’s where he married Grace Runyon, another prominent family.
One of the homes located on the larger estate once known as "Cooper Heights"
This gray stucco home was built by Margaret M. C. Thompson about 1900 in the English country style with an Arts and Crafts influence. It sits at the edge of the long hill overlooking the valley below. The second Watchung mountain can be seen in the distance.
This home is one four owned by the Cooper family and is one of two known to exist from the 1700's. The larger estate was once known as "Cooper Heights" and included the home at 1500 Long Hill Road.
One of the homes located on the larger estate once known as "Cooper Heights"
Mill/Lumber business, home of town historian G. Thomas
One source reports that this was a sewing machine factory in late 1800's but no other evidence and unlikely.
research date- it seems wrong
This was possibly an outbuilding for 1708 Long Hill road.
research date- it seems wrong
Possibly a broom Factory in the late 1800's but no evidence.
On 1868 Beers-Lived in by William D. Compton b.1842-blacksmith
The blacksmith shop was demolished March 2012. Built by William D. Compton, he was one of the township's first blacksmiths.
Was the site of an Inn that was one of the first stagecoach stops to Elizabeth and Newark. The original building was taken down about 1913. Part of it was moved to 1769 Knollandale.
This is a Traditional farmhouse with the interior significantly altered. The 1986 Historic Sites Survey indicates that the home was constructed circa1840. An 1868 Atlas shows a building located there.
Originally built in the mid 19th century as a one room school. Classes were held there continuously until 1926 when a fire forced classes to be held at the Millington Fire house. A second school room was add as a wing in 1910 on the south-east (left) side.
The firehouse was built by local carpenter Nicholas Thomas. Additions have been added over the years but the original section facing Long Hill road remains intact.
This building sits across from the historic train station. After the first general store next door burned to the ground in 1920, Mr. Coriell built this new building a year later. While the new building was being built, he ran his business out of a Kenworthy building located on the now gone Main street. A western addition was added later for the post office which also moved from Main street. At the same time, a second story was added for apartments.
The building sat approximately where the Millington Bank is today, on the corner of Long Hill Rd and Sunny Slope. The sign over the door reads: 'Richard Coriell GENERAL MERCHANDISE'. It was built in 1901 by Richard Coriell Sr. and the family lived above the store. The building was destroyed by fire in 1920. Within a year, the store reopened at a new location, directly across from the train depot. That building still exists and holds the Post Office, apartments and businesses.
Site of the original barn owned by L. Bower who ran a taxi business here. Then Trimmer and Haas Garage and then Oehley's. In 2012 it was an auto repair shop.
In 1872, Passenger service between Summit and Bernardsville began with a stop at Millington. In 1901, the small wooden shelter used for nearly 30 years was replaced with an elegant building to welcome visitors traveling west from as far away as New York City.
Gone, Coriell's General Store built in 1921 now the home of the Millington Post Office. Includes 1926 and 1932 Long Hill Rd
For sale in 2009
Development began on the ridge of Long Hill Road about 1900, with construction of large, shingled and rusticated houses. They had a commanding view of the Watchung Hills to the south. When the sites with views were gone, development proceeded down the south slope of Long Hill, with smaller and less pretentious houses generally occupying the lower elevations.
Millington's main street is gone now but in the early 20th century it was the centerpiece of a thriving village. On the north end of Main Street was the newly built and fashionable 1901 train station. Along the short walk down main was a barber shop, post office and a general store. It had 5 stately residences, some of which were boarding houses, and it was lined with large mature trees next to open fields and views of the Passaic river.
Around the mid-1960’s, the headstones were rescued by the Historical Society after the cemetery land in Stirling was sold to a private owner. The locations of the actual graves are unknown. In 1976 the Township committee in cooperation with the Historical
Stirling Hotel
The Stirling Workers district is centered along Main Avenue south of-the railroad tracks, and includes the cross streets Mercer, Morris, Essex, Union and Somerset. In this area, small gable end workers' cottages, usually 1 1/2 to two-stories tall, frame, with varying amounts of Victorian wooden detail predominate.
Carpenter Gothic style The Restore
Carpenter Gothic style
Gable end Cottage
I was the owner of 338 Main Avenue from 1976-1979. At the time I bought the house, I had a Title Search done on the property. The search went back to January 7, 1911 when the property was sold to the Schwarzenbach Huber Company from the bankruptcy of the Stirling Silk Manufacturing Company. On August 1,1928 the property was then sold to the Belgium Realty company, who then sold the property to John and Elizabeth Du Bets on August 7, 1928. The property then changed owners 4 times before I b
No research has been done. Only added because of year built per MC tax record- previous owner Leslie De Georges says it was built 1911
Part of HD
Land donated by Frederick Nishwitz in 1888. Dedicated in 1902.(G. Thomas) Burial site of prominent local residents.
Originally owned by Knickle Family (German).Src:G Thomas, Only working farm in Long Hill Township. Operated by Edward Kielblock, town councilman, Black Locust 26.75" 223 Meyersville Road was Struck by lightning, August 27, 2000
Possibly once the manse to Meyersville Pres.Church-bought from John Schmall in 1889 (110th Anniv. Booklet of MPC) Seems to be right position on 1877 Robinson
Src:G Thomas, Carriage house was converted into a garage. Center of house is original home and looks c1800'. TR says 1920. Owner says c1900. reconcile dates.
The grange was founded in 1909 to further social, civic and agricultural interests. A traveling library state run program was hosted there for a time. It is now serves the community holding flea markets and an annual peach festival. The Interior has varnished tongue and groove woodwork and a pressed metal ceiling.
Src:G Thomas, Listed in Open Space Element, 17.5 acres, block 14701, lot 25, farm qualified, Has been remodeled. According to G.Thomas Guide to Historic buildings, this house now about 200 years old-was it knocked down and rebuilt? Has sheep and horse barns KR2012
1 1/2 story synthetic siding 20th century house.
This was the Resale Barn located just off the Meyersville circle. It was the place to go to buy used ice skates and other used items. Reindeer were kept in a small fenced area very close to the road.
2 1/2 story synthetic siding Victorian Vernacular with extensive rear additions.
John H. Ortman build a blacksmith ship at this site. It was later moved across the street to 618 Meyersville rd.
The building was moved to this spot from across the street c1900-it was directly in front of the Meyersville Pres. Church. Renovated. Historic integrity lost?
Part of HD-Boarding house -renovated. G.Thomas says 1814. dates need reconciling
On Beers 1868 Atlas, site of Hoffman Store and Post Office. It is a "General Store" today, long time known as "Doms". Prior to store, it was an Esso gas station owned by Roy Hayes 1963-1976. (KR 2012) Year built from Acroterion Report.
Part of HD-G. Thomas says store in 1850 owned by Elias Williams, Tavern 1915-1940 by W. Clark. renovated. Historic integrity lost?
Pre-dates the Stirling Historic District. It was Georgian Farmhouse owned by the Benjamin Runyon and built before the industrialization of Stirling. G.Thomas says mid-1700s. Remodeled
Gable end Cottage
This East Jersey style cottage was owned by Joseph Acken and built before the industrialization of Stirling. G. Thomas says built in 1771. TR says built 1800. The picture shown was taken in 2002 and the Historical Society has another picture taken in 1956.
Nicely rehabilitated, This house is on land known as lot #64 of the Elizabethtown purchase. Kennedy Vance was the first to have lived on the property, purchased from Joseph Frazee. Through Vance's daughter, Nancy Vance Squier, the property passed to the Squier family who built the present house. An earlier house on the property was demolished. The previous owner, Mrs. Turnin, had a prosperous chicken farm and vineyards on the site.
Owned by Volney Phifer in the 1930s. The grave of one of the MGM the Leo-the-Lion is located here. Slats' (aka "Leo") grave is marked by a pine tree. The site is listed in a Long Hill Township Open Space plan as Block 11203 lot 1 comprising 13.39 acres.
Right next to rairoad tracks. Owned and dug by Ritger Excelsior Pottery Factory 1878-1930's. Clay was shipped tp factory in Newark by train. Afterwards, the pits were used as the local swimming and ice skating spot.
Structure demolished, site important
Second very large home built on property, molded cornice, On the 1868 Atlas of Morris County, property of S. Doty. In 1887, it was owned by J. Sharp according to Robinson's Atlas of that year.
Tax Record (TR) indicates year built was 1968.
demolished 2007
Bungalow
Colonial Revival in predominately Bungalow neighborhood.
Owned and possibly built by Aaron Thompson. Dates to before 1800. An 1868 Beers Atlas indicates "JD Thompson" . An Article in the Historical Society Archives says four generations of Thompsons lived here. Elizabeth Thompson married William Cauldwell.
Confirm this is a Cornish homestead
The farm was settled circa 1750 by James Caldwell. Mr. Cladwell was an irish immigrant and one of the first settlers to the area that would be come to be known as Gillette. The 1845 Littell map shows this property being owned by Abraham Parrot. The farm house has gable roofs and two end brick chimneys with corbelled caps. The Augustus Grant Cornish purchased the farm in 1856.
In 1868 it was the residence of J Matthews according to the Beers Atlas. During the 1890's the Nixdorff's ran a general store in the left section.
Vernacular Queen Anne-nice specimen
Early maps indicate the home at 65 New Vernon Road was built sometime between 1845 and 1861.
A wing of this house was the original Meyersville Pres. Church built on 223 Hickory Tavern Rd and moved to this location c1895. Original church section altered too much to recognize-second floor and door moved.
Two corbel caped brick chimneys. Tax records indicate year built is 1845. The 1845 Littell map shows a house on the east side of road owned by Wm. High and is possibly the same home owned by Miller in 1868 as shown on the Beers map. 1887 Robinson shows Miller on West side. Perhaps house was moved. 1986 survey says, that The owner of the house speculated that the building may have been moved. This is evidenced by the absence of any indication of a structure at this location on the 19th centur
Demolished, barn demoed in 1994
Federal WPA (Works Progress Administration) for unemployed workers between 1933-35, Grades 1-6 from Millington and some Gr. 5-6 from Stirling. Colonial Revival. Walter Slifer was the architect.
Could be S.H. Matthews home as seen on 1880 map "Environs of Church-Pleasant Valley"Src of date:G Thomas Tax Date:1850 but it is not on 1868 Beers map
question date
Built by Frederick Nishwitz as a summer home. Nishwitz was a philanthropist and Acme Harrow inventor. He had a factory on 109 River Rd., Hackberry Tree 18" diameter
This was built by Nishwitz to be the Carriage house for his summer estate home located nearby at 101 Oaks Road.
Once part of the Boyle tract, the farm house was built at this location in the early 1800's. Visual inspection shows small sized windows on 2nd floor and farmhouse porch. Owner has proudly fixed up the inside and invites a visit
Carriage house of Stagecoach Inn converted to house
Cape Cod. Extensive alterations, 2008 Environmental Report, Application No.: 08-12Z,Applicant: Torpey, Karen, Block 12803 Lot 11
Extensive alterations, Part of Central Ave. determine who owned during Millington Borough Committee movement
The land that makes up most of Millington today was originally owned by Solomon Boyle. The Sawmill and mill pond were erected on the property soon after 1732 by Solomon. In 1778 after Solomon's death, all of his land was willed in equal parts to 4 male children. An early bank house structure was likely built about 1740 for workers but research suggests that home itself was likely built circ 1834 by John Dunn.
Original acreage owned by Solomon Boyle Senior who willed the land in equal parts to 4 children. Research suggests a gristmill was erected on the property soon after 1732 by Solomon senior. An addition was added around 1814 for a Post Office and General Store by Solomon Doughty. Early deeds reference the Cottonwood (American Sycamore) on the property which had a 65" diameter in 1993.
The bridge was destroyed but location is of historic interest. Date added by KR. G. Thomas references the Bridge.
Stuart/Ellen Goldstein No research has been done. Only added because of year built per MC tax record
222 Passaic Ave sits south of the tracts and just outside the workers' district of Stirling. The house may have been constructed for a factory supervisor. It is a well-preserved example of middle class tastes in the first quarter of the 20th century.
(Src:G Thomas) No longer exists-it is the side entrance to Valley Mall
On 1868 Beers Atlas. Demolished Feb 2018
Stone with plaque explaining Revolutionery War Beacon-at intersection of Long Hill Rd and Pleasant Plains Rd
Site of Pleasant Plains Schoolhouse-do not know if original-important site regardless
Site of The Stirling Silk Manufacturing Co .Currently an apartment complex
Src:G Thomas. Was site of blacksmith shop of Joseph Germershausen 1880-1940. Foundation and chimney look old -date is from TR-seems older-reconcile dates
Railroad came through in 1871. Stronger bridge over gorge built in 1928. T. Taber
Site is marked on the 1877 Robinson's Atlas of Morris County.
src: Robinson 1887
Part of HD
check date, must decide if this is a "3" or an "8" historic value.
must decide if this is a "2" or an "8" historic value. The small cape section toward the south side is original. The large northern section is an addition.
must decide if this is a "2" or an "8" historic value.
must decide if this is a "2" or an "8" historic value.
Unable to locate street address 258 on road
must decide if this is a "2" or an "8" historic value. Duplex includes 262 River Rd
must decide if this is a "3" or an "8" historic value. Triplex includes 268 and 270 River rd
Newer than other homes in the streetscape
The Stirling Volunteer Fire Company was organized in 1913. The company operated out of various buildings around Stirling until it they built the firehouse at its present location. Construction was completed in September 1952. The site received a Historical Plaque in February 2022.
Smargassi House No research has been done. Only added because of year built per MC tax record
Home was demolished to make way for roadway known as Aaron Drive.
In the 1996 Master Plan.
Probably built around 1764 by Joshua Davis. The abstract on this property does not go back further than 1784. However, it is believed that it was built 20 years earlier than this date. Walls are brick to the second floor and floor boards are the original 17 inches wide. It was the Moore Family Farm in later years.
Made from a series of springs. Blocks of ice were cut from the lake to be used in iceboxes. Used for skating, swimming. Land was donated by Einsidler who lived at 1400 Long Hill Rd (he owned much of upper Stirling. Known for water tower on his property which fed silk mill area.)
Once part of the stagecoach route from Elizabeth to Basking Ridge. At the time, Long Hill Road curved into the village area of Millington and included the Stonehouse Bridge. The Basking Ridge Red Brick School house has a poster advertising a "ferry trip from NYC to NJ where you would pick up the stagecoach for the trip to Basking Ridge" seen on 1877 Robinson but not on 1868 Beers map
Last remaining building from Main St.Millington. Office building for Barrett Roofing. It housed the last manual switchboard to be retired by NJ Bell (Millington was the last dial-conversion in the state. The dial office was built close to the old "switchboard in the living room" because that's where all the wires were concentrated.)
Built for 'Granny Nash' -significantly changed fm.original but part of Nash/Nishwitz story. Hist. Soc. Has pictures of it being built. Smaller bungalow #32 built below by her later
Col. Solomon Boyle (Solomon III) and sister Jane, grandchildren of Solomon I, lived here. Possibly built by Solomon II originally.
Souders' House No research has been done. Only added because of year built per MC tax record. Circa 1940's A.D. Runyon and his two sisters moved into this house. They had previously lived on South Northfield. They moved a fireplace and large mirror from the old homestead to this location.
Next to 331 Valley Rd, 331 is listed in the Open Space Element
Built in 1920 as LoPresti's General Store. The store also sold liquor and Sunoco gas in the 50's. Listed in Open Space Element, 8.6 acres tax records list the location as "488-490" Called Eldridge and Steele Antiques in 1986 Survey. Site is backed into the hillside.
Listed in Open Space Element, 9.62 acres Block 10801, lot 6.01
Tax Records indicate the property location as "496-502"
White Willow 62.42"
Lynn Spurrier said it was built by her father Harry Deveney from an army barrack brought to the property
Renovations have removed the front porch which made this bungalow, shown here in 1986, unique.
Building is gone- it is currently Psychic reader and salon
Built at the turn of the 20th century, this was a Cornish home and was once used as the township library. It is a beautifully constructed Queen Anne. Below the front gable front is a stained glass bay window. The foundation is fieldstone likely collected from the general area.
Once a post office. A home in the 19th century to the Cornish family who were early settlers of Passaic Township. Of note is a Catalpa tree on the township "Big Tree" list. It is listed as being over 45" in diameter. Built in 1811.
Public Works Admin. (PWA) Project, Grades 1-6 from Meyersville, Gillette and Homestead Park and some Gr5-6 from Stirling. Celebrated Diamond Jubilee in 2010
On 1868 Beers Atlas owner N.Bowers (store?). TR says 1800. remodeled-lost historic integrity
Believed that core of house was moved here from another site-homeowner says from near the river. TR says 1835
Nicely renovated Listed in Open Space Element, 10.76 acres Block 10301, lot 10
Listed in Open Space Element, 22.5 acres Block 10301, lot 9, 2008 Env Commission, Application No.: 08-06Z, Tre-Cigini Valley Rd. Realty, LLC, Re-establish wholesale
one builder built 4 houses in this area. (from Peg Arnold) Listed in Open Space Element, 7.41 acres Block 10301, lot 8
Seen on 1877 Robinson but not 1868 Beers
Daniel Carle was the grandson of Jacob Carle (Carleton road was named after this family) Historical Society has correspondence calling it the Freeman Farm. (Barn assoc. with house is now 7 Indian Run 10202_16. Tr says 1850)
It is unclear if the Macdonald Farmstead is named for 1732 Valley Rd or 1727 Valley Road. Historian Gwendolyn Thomas believed that 1727 was the original Macdonald Farm.
On 1868 Beers Atlas. Acroterion says early 19th C. Eleanor Turbett called this house the MacDonald Farmstead in a write-up she did in 1988 . See 1731 Valley Rd
According to the 1986 Acroterion Report, "The house was constructed in 1900 as a wedding gift for the daughter of the Runyon family who owned the adjacent farm."
Tax records indicate the property is cape from 1907. Visual inspection shows the property remains a cape. The front is stone.
Lot #71 is Presbyterian side of cemetery. Lot #70 is St. Vincent's side
Was previously 72 Basking Ridge Road. A cannon ball is said to have been found on the property. Original Farmhouse for 120 acre farm.
Site of Pleasant Plains Church-known as "Our Daughter of the Swamp" by St. Jane's Methodist Church(Basking Ridge)
508 White Bridge was demolished in 2002 by the US Fish & Wildlife Service/Great Swamp.
The White-Meeker House will revert to U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service after the present owners pass away. It will likely be demolished.
Built in the late 18th century. Littell says that the builder, "removed from Westfield to Sterling Valley, (the great swamp.) about the year 1787"
Listed in Open Space Element, 10 acres Block 14501 lot 6.04. run down
Listed in Open Space Element, 10.06 acres Block 14502 lot 2. Multiple buildings.
Nicely rehabilitated exterior. Has 2 old, dilapidated barns
Reggie's Playland Farm opened about 1947 and sold in 1955. Later it was the Mill Ridge Swim Club before being demolished.