Phillipsburg in Warren County, New Jersey — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

William Henry Walters

2/18/1857 - 8/9/1940

Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), October 3, 2020

1. William Henry Walters Marker

Inscription. William Henry Walters Park (formerly Dempster's Park, a horse-race track) was officially donated to the town on July 15, 1936 by its namesake during the 75th year celebration of the signing of the charter (1861). The 24 acre tract was designated to be used specifically as a recreational area for the citizens of Phillipsburg. Much of the landscaping and stonework remaining today had been completed by the W.P.A. during the "Great Depression" years. Mr. Walters was a distinguished attorney and a lifelong resident of Phillipsburg.

Erected by Town of Phillipsburg, New Jersey.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Animals • Charity & Public Work • Parks & Recreational Areas • Sports. In addition, it is included in the Works Progress Administration (WPA) projects series list. A significant historical date for this entry is July 15, 1936.

Location. 40° 41.223′ N, 75° 10.956′ W. Marker is in Phillipsburg, New Jersey, in Warren County. It can be reached from the intersection of Meyner Road and Richard Road, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office

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area: Phillipsburg NJ 08865, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in New Jersey’s North Jersey.

It is also in the American Northeast

and in the Mid-Atlantic.

Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region,

North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Netherland

and also one of the original Thirteen Colonies.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Vietnam Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); The Roseberry Homestead (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); Andover Iron Furnace Concrete Faced Loading Ramp (approx. half a mile away); Civil War Mortar (approx. 0.6 miles away); a different marker also named Civil War Mortar (approx. 0.6 miles away); Phillipsburg Civil War Memorial (approx. 0.6 miles away); a different marker also named Civil War Mortar (approx. 0.6 miles away); Early Industry (approx. 0.6 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Phillipsburg.

Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), October 3, 2020

2. William Henry Walters Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on October 4, 2020. It was originally submitted on October 4, 2020, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 1,138 times since then and 50 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 4, 2020, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.