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Book Synopsis: Washington Township, Morris County showcases the rich agricultural, industrial, and recreational history of this New Jersey Skylands community.Washington Township, Morris County is situated on the south branch of the Raritan River. This area was originally home to the Lenni-Lenape tribe. In early 1700s, immigrants came from Germany, Holland, and England to settle the area now known as Schooley's Mountain and Fox Hill. The rich, fertile soil of the south branch of the Raritan River gave them opportunity for successful agricultural endeavors, the main source of livelihood for many generations. Small villages grew to have their own stores, churches, schools, gristmills, and post offices. The introduction of the Jersey Central Railroad in 1876 helped the quarry and iron ore mine industries flourish. Schooley's Mountain was a major resort due to the mineral springs, with visitors such as Ulysses S. Grant and Thomas Edison. In 1974, Schooley's Mountain County Park was opened to provide recreational opportunities to the community.

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Are you a history enthusiast? Dive into the captivating story of Washington Township, Morris County with the book "Washington Township, Morris County (Images of America)". This remarkable book takes you on a journey through time, showcasing the rich agricultural, industrial, and recreational history of this New Jersey Skylands community. With its beautiful imagery and well-researched content, this book is a must-have for anyone curious about the fascinating heritage of this region.

Discover the roots of Washington Township, Morris County, which was once home to the indigenous Lenni-Lenape tribe. Experience the early 1700s when immigrants from Germany, Holland, and England arrived and settled in the area now known as Schooley's Mountain and Fox Hill. The fertile soil of the south branch of the Raritan River provided them with opportunities for successful agriculture, becoming the main source of livelihood for many generations.

As you delve deeper into the pages of this book, you'll witness the growth of small villages, each developing their own distinct character with stores, churches, schools, gristmills, and post offices. The arrival of the Jersey Central Railroad in 1876 brought prosperity to the quarry and iron ore mining industries. Legendary figures like Ulysses S. Grant and Thomas Edison were drawn to Schooley's Mountain, a popular resort renowned for its mineral springs.

But the story doesn't end there. Washington Township, Morris County continues to evolve, keeping its rich history alive while embracing modern recreation. Schooley's Mountain County Park, opened in 1974, offers fantastic recreational opportunities for the community. Explore this vibrant community's past and present as you immerse yourself in the pages of "Washington Township, Morris County (Images of America)".

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