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Passaic Valley and Peapack Railroad Company

May 1, 2026May 1, 2026 by Editorial Staff Leave Comment

In 1865, the NJ state legislature authorized The Passaic Valley and Peapack Railroad Company to build a railroad from Essex or Union counties westward along the Passaic River to Basking Ridge and on to Peapack. A later amendment authorized an extension to the Delaware River between Milford and Frenchtown. John H. Anderson (1813-1875) of Bernards

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Somerset Water Company

August 22, 2025May 1, 2026 by Roy Crego Leave Comment

The THSSH Archives contain a wonderful record book from The Somerset Water Company with the original stock certificates issued by this early public utility and its successor, the Bedminster Water Company. Seventy-six beautifully engraved certificates are filed alongside their issue stubs. See certificates and catalog record including name index. High-quality images are available on request.

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