Park Ridge
Park Ridge portrays the uncommon history of a North Jersey town that is known far beyond its borders for the part it played in early finances. One of the early settlers invented the wampum machine, a device that polished shells that were used as currency. Park Ridge was also known for its self-sufficient artesian well water system. And around 1870, it had the premier amusement center in Bergen County: Island Park. Over the years Park Ridge has had its share of well-known residents, including Pres. Richard M. Nixon.
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Park Ridge
Park Ridge portrays the uncommon history of a North Jersey town that is known far beyond its borders for the part it played in early finances. One of the early settlers invented the wampum machine, a device that polished shells that were used as currency. Park Ridge was also known for its self-sufficient artesian well water system. And around 1870, it had the premier amusement center in Bergen County: Island Park. Over the years Park Ridge has had its share of well-known residents, including Pres. Richard M. Nixon.
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ISBN-13: | 9780738546117 |
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Publisher: | Arcadia Publishing SC |
Publication date: | 09/20/2006 |
Series: | Images of America Series |
Pages: | 128 |
Sales rank: | 1,055,509 |
Product dimensions: | 6.50(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.31(d) |
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