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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Atlantic County, New Jersey
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| On North Michigan Avenue just north of Atlantic Avenue, on the left when traveling north. |
| | "She has tried marijuana (then told her parents and got 'properly scolded). She thinks abortion and premarital sex are matters of individual choice. And she has "nothing against homosexuals." Neither the confession about pot nor the opinions on . . . — — Map (db m153461) HM |
| On North Michigan Avenue just north of Atlantic Avenue, on the left when traveling north. |
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"The question I've been asked the most is, do I feel that I've been exploited? Which to me is just as ludicrous because I'm sitting here with ten thousand dollars of scholarship money. It means the difference between being able to further my . . . — — Map (db m153464) HM |
| On S Vermont Avenue when traveling north. |
| | By 1872, the first life-saving station was in operation on the corner of the Lighthouse property. This simple building, with some periodic renovations, served until the second, larger and more ornate station was constructed in 1884. The new . . . — — Map (db m46289) HM |
| On Pacific Avenue at S Rhode Island Avenue, on the left when traveling east on Pacific Avenue. |
| | Before construction of Absecon Lighthouse, many ships and many lives were lost off the coast of Absecon Island. Even though the beam from this light lessened these losses, other disasters plagued seagoing vessels. The anchor you see here, weighing . . . — — Map (db m46291) HM |
| On Boardwalk east of S. Kentucky Avenue, on the right when traveling east. |
| | For more than four decades Kentucky Avenue ruled the East Coast Music scene. The greatest jazz and blues stars of all time filled its many clubs with round-the-clock entertainment - including Ray Charles, Sarah Vaughn, Aretha Franklin, Count Basie, . . . — — Map (db m36952) HM |
| On Baltic Avenue at North Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard, on the left when traveling west on Baltic Avenue. |
| | Dedicated July 5, 1945 in honor of the first colored soldier of this city who gave his life for democracy.
May those who might be intolerant be ever reminded by this memorial plaza that men of all colors, creeds and beliefs make up . . . — — Map (db m153454) WM |
| On North Michigan Avenue just north of Atlantic Avenue, on the right when traveling north. |
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"Diversity is appreciated a lot more than in the 1950s when there were problems with racial issues. There is still bigotry and racism going on. But there are also a majority of people who aren't thinking about it. I have had no severe problems . . . — — Map (db m153539) HM |
| On North Michigan Avenue just south of Arctic Avenue, on the right when traveling south. |
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"Miss America 1944 hopes to achieve a screen career or hope to gain a place in the television field. But with a career, she hopes, too, to be a 'good wife' for some fortunate husband.... 'I first heard about the Miss America Contest then [at . . . — — Map (db m153501) HM |
| On Baltic Avenue at North Kentucky Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Baltic Avenue. |
| | Born in Petersburg, Va., this longtime Atlantic City resident began her life's work in 1976 when she established the Stanley S. Holmes Village Work Team in the public housing complex in which she resided. Beginning with her efforts to improve . . . — — Map (db m153450) HM |
| On North Michigan Avenue just north of Atlantic Avenue. |
| | When asked about the so-called Now Generation Vonda Key replied, "Some of their demands are no doubt justified…but many do the things they do just to be spectacular. Sure they have some legitimate gripes. But why not approach the problem . . . — — Map (db m153473) HM |
| On North Kentucky Avenue at Arctic Avenue, on the right when traveling north on North Kentucky Avenue. |
| | Born in Caswell County N.C. and raised in Danville, Va., Sonny relocated to Atlantic City after being honorably discharged from the United States Air Force. He worked in various hotels and restaurants before he began working as a barber at the . . . — — Map (db m153453) HM |
| On North Michigan Avenue just south of Arctic Avenue, on the right when traveling south. |
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"'I think I'm just about the average American girl… but I am cut out for this kind of life.' She also revealed that she neither smokes nor drink, has no superstitions, likes cats, sings in the shower and wants a stage career. She also wants to be . . . — — Map (db m153488) HM |
| On Fire Road at Zion Road on Fire Road. |
| | Dedicated to the Men and Women of Atlantic County who have served their nation in the Armed Forces of the United States. — — Map (db m64272) WM |
| | Administration Buildings-These 8 buildings contained police barracks, horse stables, garage, U.S. Army office, the telephone exchange, employment and dispensary. — — Map (db m64271) WM |
| On Weymouth Road at Friendship Road on Weymouth Road. |
| | Built in 1808 on land donated by William and Hope Hollingshead. Rev Richard Sneath was the first Methodist Preacher. — — Map (db m92326) HM |
| On Moss Mill Road at Hamburg Avenue on Moss Mill Road. |
| | On this 50th anniversary of the American Legion, we dedicate this plaque to the memory of all veterans who lie here in peace.
Rudolph Elmer Post #158 March 15, 1969. — — Map (db m108256) WM |
| | Welcome to the site of Dr. Smith’ Neutral Water Sanitarium. Before you is the focal point of the sanitarium, the flowing cedar waters in the serpentine creek. The site before you and behind you was the destination of hundreds of people from the . . . — — Map (db m64260) HM |
| | Earlier called Englishes. Present building dedicated 1863. Rev Richard Sneath preached at Englishes 1798. — — Map (db m92429) HM |
| | Built in 1822 on site of 1764 Meeting House. Eleven Revolutionary War soldiers buried here. — — Map (db m92427) HM |
| | The quiet woodland scene before you was a very different place 150 years ago. The ruins are the remains of the Estellville Glass Factory, which employed as many as eighty men and boys at its peak of operation. Where the piles of stone and brick lie . . . — — Map (db m92354) HM |
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The Manor House was built n 1832 by Joseph West for his younger sister, Maria, and her husband, Daniel Estell, as a wedding present. Daniel Estell was the co-owner and operator of the Estellville Glassworks until his death in 1858.
The two and . . . — — Map (db m92368) HM |
| On Walkers Forge Road at Maple Avenue on Walkers Forge Road. |
| | The Estellville Methodist Church, formerly Stephen Creek Meeting House, was built in 1834 at a cost of $621.21 on land donated by John E. Estell of, at that time, Weymouth Township, Gloucester County.
The Society was incorporated on December 10, . . . — — Map (db m92369) HM |
| On Head of the River Road (NJ 649). |
| | John Coates and the Howell family of Philadelphia built the Etna Furnace. The first manager was John Ladd Howell II.
At its most active times, about 200 men were employed here. There was a sawmill, gristmill and about 50 homes.
Power for the . . . — — Map (db m92375) HM |
| | After the cylinder was removed from the blowpipe in the Melting Furnace, it was placed on a wooden rack, and a molten glass strip was wrapped around each end. When the domed top and end were touched with a piece of wet metal, they snapped off . . . — — Map (db m92361) HM |
| On Head of the River Road (NJ 649). |
| | (Top marker) Society Founded 1780, Church Built 1792-First Trustees; David Sayres, Judah Swain, William Smith, Constance Smith, John Champion John Corson, William Goff.
(Bottom left marker) The Head of the River Methodist Episcopal Church is on . . . — — Map (db m92376) HM |
| | The Melting Furnace was the heart of the glassworks. Here the silica sand, lime, and potash were melted into glass.
The furnace was at the center of the building. Before use, wood was dried and stored in the northeast corner of the building. The . . . — — Map (db m92367) HM |
| | Pots were the clay crucibles used as containers in the furnace for melting the raw materials to make glass. Making the pots, the process which took place in this building, was the most exacting work in the entire glass-making industry.
The pots . . . — — Map (db m92356) HM |
| On Head of the River Road (NJ 649). |
| | Seeking shelter from a storm, Rev. John James, a circuit riding preacher ordained by the Church in England, but disciplined in the beliefs of the Methodist Church of John Wesley, met by chance with local resident David Sayres on a cold, wintry night . . . — — Map (db m92377) HM |
| | This is the first stop on the 50-mile Great Egg Harbor River Romp Birding & Wildlife Trail. The Park’s Warren E. Fox Nature Center is the perfect starting point for a day or more of outdoor exploration and wildlife viewing. Walk the trails and go . . . — — Map (db m92344) |
| Near Batsto Road, on the left when traveling north. |
| | In the 1840s, Batsto’s iron industry was failing due to competition from new iron industries using coal and iron ore (magnetite) rather than charcoal and bog ore (limonite). Looking for another industry to keep Batsto profitable, Jesse Richards . . . — — Map (db m76154) HM |
| Near Atlantic City Expressway 7.6 miles east of 12th Street (New Jersey Route 54), in the median. |
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Each flowering tree symbolizes a decade of achievement
Atlantic City Expressway
1964 - 2014
Construction of the Atlantic City Expressway began on August 1st, 1963. In one year's time it was opened to the traveling public at noon on . . . — — Map (db m153435) HM |
| Near Batsto Road, on the right when traveling north. |
| | . . . — — Map (db m76162) HM |
| On S. 3rd Street, on the right when traveling north. |
| | Oldest church building originally located on the 600 block of Bellevue Avenue. Moved to it's present location in 1885. Original portion built in 1862. — — Map (db m129315) HM |
| Near Batsto Road, on the left when traveling north. |
| | Ore of this type was used in the Batsto Furnace. It can still be found in the coves, swamps and bogs of the Pine Barrens. — — Map (db m76160) HM |
| Near Batsto Road, on the left when traveling north. |
| | This boat is typical of the barges used to carry bog iron ore to the Batsto Furnace. It is estimated to be 150 years old and is 43 ft. long, with an 11 ft. beam. The boat was excavated from the north side of the Batsto Dam in 1957. — — Map (db m76159) HM |
| Near Batsto Road, on the left when traveling north. |
| | While the Batsto Dam provided power to a once prospering village, it halted the natural migration of spawning fish. The Batsto River Fishway Project provides a pathway over the dam. This project improves the aquatic ecosystem and provides increased . . . — — Map (db m76157) HM |
| Near Batsto Road, on the left when traveling north. |
| | Although the exact date and manufacturer of this wagon are not known, it is possible that it was made by the Auburn Wagon Works in Martinsburg, WV around 1900. Wagons were used to transport goods both on the farm and to local markets, boat landings . . . — — Map (db m76163) HM |
| On Pleasant Mills Road (County Route 643), on the right when traveling north. |
| | All Wars Memorial in honor of Veterans of all Wars who served and gave their lives in an effort to protect our country and to preserve out freedom justice and democracy. Dedicated as the William K. Phillis War Memorial World War II Korean War . . . — — Map (db m76169) WM |
| On White Horse Pike (US 30). |
| | Built by Charles Wiltsey in 1800. Later sold to David Albertso who ran the mill into the 1840's. Located on Great Swamp branch of the Egg Harbor River. — — Map (db m88457) HM |
| On Atlantic City Expressway 7.6 miles east of 12th Street (New Jersey Route 54), in the median. |
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The original World Trade Center in March 2001. The tower on the left with antenna spire was 1 WTC. The tower on the right was 2 WTC. All seven buildings on the WTC complex are partially visible; refer . . . — — Map (db m153437) HM |
| On Shore Road just south of Central Avenue. |
| | Across this driveway stood the old Quaker (Friends) meeting house and school. At the monthly meeting of the Friends dated Jan. 1, 1731, it was concluded that “ye meeting for worship shall be removed from John Sculls (house) and shall . . . — — Map (db m92416) HM |
| | The Leedsville Schoolhouse, also known as Linwood School #1, was built in 1873. The building is owned by the City
of Linwood and is occupied by the Linwood Historical Society. The building houses a local history museum and
archives. The surviving . . . — — Map (db m92425) HM |
| On Shore Road at Wilson Avenue on Shore Road. |
| | The Linwood Historic District has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior.
The district reflects the architectural development of the community from village to city through the . . . — — Map (db m92414) HM |
| | Built in 1853 by Thomas Morris deputy collector of customs, early customs house attached to rear of house. — — Map (db m92409) HM |
| On Atlantic Avenue just west of South 24th Avenue, on the right when traveling west. |
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Great Egg
Coast Guard Station
has been listed in the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the United States
Department of the Interior
— — Map (db m153613) HM |
| On Atlantic Avenue just west of South 24th Avenue, on the right when traveling west. |
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On this day, Tropical Cyclone Sandy caused tidal flooding to rise to this level at this location! Tidal height was 8.8 ft. above Mean Lower Low Water
Be aware. Prepare. — — Map (db m153616) HM |
| On Ventnor Avenue at Oberon Avenue, on the left when traveling south on Ventnor Avenue. |
| | August 30, 2003
Longport American Legion Post 469 Dedicates this Monument in honor of U.S. Armed Forces, past, present, and future, in recognition of sacrifices made for our Nation by Military Members and Families. We are eternally grateful. . . . — — Map (db m108866) WM |
| On Atlantic Avenue just west of South 24th Avenue, on the right when traveling west. |
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In grateful appreciation
to
Michael L. Cohen
Founder, Longport Historical Society
Author of "The Way We Were"
"Thanks for the Memories"
— — Map (db m153614) HM |
| On South 20th Avenue just south of Atlantic Avenue, on the right when traveling south. |
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Welcome to the labyrinth at the Church of the Redeemer. This labyrinth was truly a parish project: it was the inspiration of the Reverend Dabney J. Carr III, our longtime parish priest-in-charge; Milda Balsh, a church neighbor, donated the funds . . . — — Map (db m153617) HM |
| On Atlantic Avenue at S. Decatur Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Atlantic Avenue. |
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Welcome to Lucy the Elephant, one of our country's national historic landmarks and America's oldest roadside attraction.
This is the Carpenter Walkway, dedicated to Sylvia and Edwin Carpenter co-founders of the Save Lucy Committee. . . . — — Map (db m108865) HM |
| On Ventnor Avenue at South Ventnor Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Ventnor Avenue. |
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The
Forgotten War
Korea
1950-1953
Killed 54,000
Injured 103,000
M.I.A. 8707
— — Map (db m153608) WM |
| On Ventnor Avenue at S. Mansfield Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Ventnor Avenue. |
| | In Memory Of
Lt. David Rogers
World War II
101st Airborne Division
In Memory Of
Mortimer Lewis, 3rd
World War II
Margate American Legion
Post 397
In Memory Of
Francis P. Boyle
World War II
Margate American Legion
Post 397 . . . — — Map (db m108797) WM |
| On Ventnor Avenue at S. Mansfield Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Ventnor Avenue. |
| | Honor Roll
Erected As An Everlasting Tribute By
The Citizens Of Margate City
To Those Who Answered Their
Country’s Call
Theodore J. Haring★ Killed in Action · Harry McClain Wounded · Ollie Hackney · Leon . . . — — Map (db m108794) WM |
| On Ventnor Avenue near S. Mansfield Avenue, on the right when traveling north. |
| | In Memory Of
Our Beloved Son
Lt. Arthur D. Wilson, Jr.
Pilot A.A.F.
And His Boyhood Friends And
Comrades In Arms Of This City
Who Made The Supreme Sacrifice
In World War II
Howard T. Shepherd · Francis P. Boyle · Francis X. Crowe · . . . — — Map (db m108795) WM |
| On Ventnor Avenue at South Mansfield Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Ventnor Avenue. |
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Dedicated to
the men and women
who served in the
Persian Gulf War
Desert Shield - Desert Storm
— — Map (db m153610) WM |
| On Ventnor Avenue at South Mansfield Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Ventnor Avenue. |
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Dedicated to all those who
have served and to the many
who gave the Ultimate Sacrifice
to preserve freedom
Viet Nam
1957 - 1975
— — Map (db m153611) WM |
| On Ventnor Avenue at South Mansfield Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Ventnor Avenue. |
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In honor of
All U.S. Vietnam War Veterans
1957 - 1975 — — Map (db m153612) WM |
| On Ventnor Avenue at South Ventnor Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Ventnor Avenue. |
| | In honor of all the men & women who served our country during World War II — — Map (db m153609) WM |
| On Main Street at Farragat Avenue on Main Street. |
| | Built of NJ sandstone by Samuel Richards, Weymouth Ironmaster, the inn and tavern served courthouse and Weymouth Furnace workers, travelers, sea captains and crews. Entered on National Register of Historic Places in 1979. — — Map (db m92343) HM |
| | After the NJ legislature created Atlantic County on February 7, 1837,Weymouth Ironmaster Samuel Richards donated land to build this courthouse. Renovated in 1978. Mays Landing Historic District entered on National Register of Historic Places in 1990. — — Map (db m92339) HM |
| On Main Street at Harding Highway on Main Street. |
| | Living at the Forks in 1764, he became an ardent patriot and as a First Major, served in Colonel Richard Somers’ 3rd Regiment, Gloucester County Militia in 1775. He served at Mt. Holly in a skirmish in Dec. 1776 and was wounded at Trenton Jan. 2, . . . — — Map (db m64267) HM |
| | Dedicated to all those who gave their lives for their country. — — Map (db m64268) WM |
| On Atlantic Avenue (US 40). |
| | Shipbuilding developed in this area at an early period, probably between 1720-1750. George May lived near this spot and is alleged to have built sloops here prior to the Revolution. According to the Penna. Packet, an early shipyard was here in 1779. . . . — — Map (db m92340) HM |
| | Cornerstone laid in 1841 on land donated by Samuel Richards. Services began in 1842. — — Map (db m64269) HM |
| | Jeremiah Leeds settled on Absecon Beach in 1783. The first permanent settler in what is now Atlantic City. — — Map (db m92426) HM |
| On New York Road (U.S. 9) at Chestnut Neck Road (County Route 575), on the right when traveling north on New York Road. |
| | In honor of the men of the 3rd Battalion Gloucester County Militia Col. Richard Somers – Commanding Killed in Action Pvt. Forrest Bellangy (Killed at Trenton #2) Pvt. John Cain (Murdered while POW in Tuckerton) Lt. John Lucas (Killed in . . . — — Map (db m76164) HM |
| On New York Road (U.S. 9) at Chestnut Neck Road (County Route 575), on the right when traveling north on New York Road. |
| | In honor of the Brave Patriots of the Revolutionary War who defended their liberties and their homes in a battle fought near this site October 6, 1778 ---------- Dedicated October 6, 1911 Lower Plaque: Erected by the State of New Jersey . . . — — Map (db m10811) HM |
| On New York Road (U.S. 9) at Chestnut Neck Road (County Route 575), on the right when traveling north on New York Road. |
| | This anchor, believed to be from a British Merchant ship captured by Privateers and sunk during the Battle of Chestnut Neck, October 6, 1778 Has been donated to the Col. Richard Somers Chapter, New Jersey Society, Sons of the American Revolution by . . . — — Map (db m76165) HM |
| Near Upper Pomona Road 0.2 miles west of English Creek-Port Republic Road (County Road 575). |
| | This stone marks the
site of the
Clark's Mill Meeting House
the first Presbyterian church
in Atlantic County
built 1761
used until 1820 — — Map (db m40603) HM |
| On Upper Pomona Road 0.2 miles west of English Creek-Port Republic Road (County Road 575), on the right when traveling west. |
| | Clark's Mills Meeting House, built by Thomas Clark about 1762, where preached the Rev. John Brainerd, stood on site of Clark Burying Ground. Thomas Clark, builder of the church, Thomas, Adrial, and Parker Clark, Revolutionary soldiers, are buried . . . — — Map (db m40582) HM |
| On Mill Street, on the right when traveling south. |
| | Eighteenth century inn possibly built 1750. One time home of Sea Captain and privateer Micajah Smith — — Map (db m10869) HM |
| On Main Street (County Route 575) at Park Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Main Street. |
| | In 1800, Micajah Smith built a Methodist Church on this site. Smith, a Revolutionary privateer captain, is buried here. — — Map (db m10870) HM |
| On New York Road (U.S. 9) at Chestnut Neck Road (County Route 575), on the right when traveling north on New York Road. |
| | In honor of the “Privateers” who sailed and fought for American Independence “1776 – 1783” “Captains” “Ships” Samuel Allen John Badcock Rainbow John . . . — — Map (db m40339) HM |
| On New York Road (U.S. 9) at Chestnut Neck Road (County Route 575), on the right when traveling north on New York Road. |
| | Thought to have been sunk during the Battle of Chestnut Neck, October 6, 1778. Recovered during extreme low tide, 1971. — — Map (db m76167) HM |
| Near Park Avenue near Main Street (Route 575), on the right when traveling south. |
| | Built by Micajah Smith about 1800. Named "Methodist Union Chapel at Blackman's Mills" when incorporated in 1837. Micajah Smith, John Van Sant, privateer captains, and Jonas Morse and James Bell, Revolutionary soldiers, are buried in the Church Yard. — — Map (db m40587) HM |
| On New York Road (U.S. 9) at Chestnut Neck Road (County Route 575), on the right when traveling north on New York Road. |
| | The first settlement in what is now known as Atlantic County was made at Chestnut Neck, on the west bank of the Mullica River, near where the village of Port Republic is now located. In 1637, John Mullica sailed up the river that took his name, . . . — — Map (db m76179) HM |
| | Traced to John Smith in 1737. Isaac & James Smith bought Inn in 1819, an early stage stop. — — Map (db m92439) HM |
| On Bay Avenue just south of Yacht Avenue. |
| | Bass Harbor was a busy port for barges and sloops which carried produce, wood and ice to local businesses and residences. From privateering and smuggling, to clamming and fishing, to recreational boating, the bayfront has always played an active . . . — — Map (db m64277) HM |
| On Bay Avenue at George Street on Bay Avenue. |
| | Gateway Casino, Tony Mart’s Bay Shores, Steel’s Ship Bar were all located at this end of Bay Avenue. They made up the musical heart of the bay-front, from the big bands and marathon dances of the 30’s and 40’s to the rock and roll greats of the 50’s . . . — — Map (db m64290) HM |
| On W. New York Avenue at 1st Street on W. New York Avenue. |
| | And his immediate family, Grandson of John Somers, First settler, 1693, member of 3rd Regiment, Gloucester County militia. Monument erected 1850 in memory of his son, Master Commandant Richard Somers, U.S.N. 1778-1804. Site restored 1981. — — Map (db m92407) HM WM |
| On Shore Road at George Street on Shore Road. |
| | Due to its location on the water, this area has historically been a transportation hub. In 1717, John Somers, Supervisor of Roads for Cape May County, began work on the Nacote Trail. Now known as Shore Road, it connects Somers Point with Port . . . — — Map (db m64291) HM |
| On Shore Road at W. New Jersey Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Shore Road. |
| | Master Comandant, U.S.N.
Richard Somers
Memorial Building
Dedicated
Sept. 4, 1976
In His Honor
Naval Hero
Battle of Tripoli
Sept. 15, 1778 — Sept. 4, 1804 — — Map (db m108913) WM |
| On Bay Avenue just south of Higbee Avenue. |
| | Due to the deepwater harbor and the availability of timber, shipbuilding thrived along the Great Egg Harbor Bay from 1860-1890. Three-masted schooners, the likes of the Emma Cottingham and the 21 Friends, as well as sloops and barges dotted the . . . — — Map (db m64278) HM |
| | Somers Mansion, thought to be the oldest house in Atlantic County, was built in the early 1720’s. The first record of the house is in the Meeting minutes of the Great Egg Harbor/Cape May Society of Friends in 1726 when the group met at the home of . . . — — Map (db m64293) HM |
| On Shore Road at W. New Jersey Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Shore Road. |
| | Somers Point Bapist Church
1886
Shore Road Historic District
Has Been Recognized
As Historically Significant
By The
City of Somers Point, New Jersey — — Map (db m108914) HM |
| On Shore Road at W. New Jersey Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Shore Road. |
| | Somers Point City Hall
1906
Shore Road Historic District
Has Been Recognized
As Historically Significant
By The
City Of Somers Point, New Jersey — — Map (db m108948) HM |
| On Shore Road at W. New Jersey Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Shore Road. |
| | . . . — — Map (db m108944) WM |
| On Shore Road at W. New Jersey Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Shore Road. |
| | In
Honor Of
Those Who
Served Their
Country
In The
World War
Roy Black · Chris Spitz · Raymond Fox · Madison Fox · Fred H. Manley · Forrest Conove · Oscar Doughty · Harrison Cramer · Albert Cramer · Charles H. Collins · William H. . . . — — Map (db m108945) WM |
| On Shore Road at W. New Jersey Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Shore Road. |
| | To Our Hero Dead in World War II
1941 1945
The City of Somers Point
Pays Homage to The Memory
Of These Valiants Who Gave The Last
Full Measure of Devotion to Their Country
James N. Chenoweth · H. Pual Clark · Edmond L. Eliason, Jr. · . . . — — Map (db m108947) WM |
| | United States Submarine Veterans-our creed "To perpetuate the memory of our shipmates who gave their lives in the pursuit of their duties while serving their country. That their dedication deeds and supreme sacrifice be a constant source of . . . — — Map (db m92408) WM |
| On Bay Avenue just north of Anchorage Lane. |
| | Dating from the late 1800’s, this empire-style building was one of the many tavern-hotels in the historic district. Tourists came for fishing parties, sea bathing, hearty food, healthful sea air, and a bay view from the veranda. — — Map (db m64280) HM |
| On Shore Road at Annie Avenue on Shore Road. |
| | Shore Road, completed in 1731, was the main artery for transportation and trade connecting Nacote Creek (Port Republic) to Somerset Plantation (Somers Point) and to Cape May County by Job’s Ferry. In 1880, connecting Philadelphia to Ocean City, . . . — — Map (db m64289) HM |
| | Born at this site on September 15, 1778, educated in Philadelphia, Somers led the Battle of Tripoli and sacrificed his life on September 4, 1804. He is memorialized by both a monument at the U.S. Naval Academy and a U.S. Navy ship commissioned in . . . — — Map (db m92406) HM |
| On Macarthur Boulevard (Route 52) 0.1 miles south of Mays Landing Road, on the right when traveling south. |
| | In commemoration of the valor and services of New Jersey's soldiers, sailors, and citizens in the World War — — Map (db m153624) WM |
| On Stainton Memorial Causeway (New Jersey Route 52) 0.1 miles south of Mays Landing Road, on the right when traveling south. |
| | Rededication in commemoration of the valor and services of New Jersey soldiers sailors and citizens in the First World War — — Map (db m153629) WM |
| On Stainton Memorial Causeway (New Jersey Route 52) 0.1 miles south of Mays Landing Road, on the right when traveling south. |
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Transportation and the Development of Tourism in Ocean City
Ocean City was founded in 1879 as a permanent community and seaside Christian resort where residents and summer visitors could enjoy physical and spiritual rejuvenation at the . . . — — Map (db m153625) HM |
| On Stainton Memorial Causeway (New Jersey Route 52) 0.1 miles south of Mays Landing Road, on the right when traveling south. |
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World War Memorial Bridge Design
The World War Memorial Bridge over Ship Channel was a 47-span vehicular bridge designed to carry two lanes of traffic in each direction. The bridge measured 1,442 feet long and 40.3 feet wide. As shown in . . . — — Map (db m153628) HM |
| On Boardwalk at South Marion Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Boardwalk. |
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The name Ventnor was given to this area by the Camden and Atlantic Land Company in 1889. The name was derived from a health resort the Isle of Wright in the English Channel.
In 1891, the Carisbrooke Inn was built on Harvard Avenue. This . . . — — Map (db m153593) HM |
| On South Somerset Avenue just north of Boardwalk, on the right when traveling north. |
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A Grammy sat here one day with her grandson in hand. It was June 2006 when she imagined a new "fabulous" state of the art play environment…to set a precedensce by building the first handicap accessible playground from A.C. to Longport with music, . . . — — Map (db m153604) HM |
| On South Somerset Avenue just north of Boardwalk, on the right when traveling north. |
| | Ventnor City Municipal Hall
The present city hall is part a memorial to the veterans of World War I, as dedicated on June 15, 1929, under the auspices of the James Harvey American Legion Post #144. This Tudor-style building, designed by . . . — — Map (db m153603) HM |
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