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== Online Resources == | |||
*[http://www.learnwebskills.com/ | *[http://www.learnwebskills.com/family/countyhistories3.htm#nj County and Town Histories], includes biographies | ||
*[http://www.jerseyhistory.org/ New Jersey Historical Society] | |||
*[http://www.nj.gov/nj/about/history/ State of New Jersey] | |||
*'''1950-1990''' [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=62512 U.S., Aerial Photos from VintageAerial.com, 1963-2009 (1950-1990)] at Ancestry — index & images ($); incomplete for all states, only rural areas included | |||
== Brief History == | |||
The following important events in [[New Jersey Genealogy|New Jersey]] history affected political boundaries, record keeping, and family movements. | The following important events in [[New Jersey Genealogy|New Jersey]] history affected political boundaries, record keeping, and family movements. | ||
*'''1623:''' The Dutch of [[New Netherland|New Netherland]] intermittently occupied Fort Nassau (now Brooklawn, Camden, New Jersey) starting in 1623.<ref>Amandus Johnson, "[ | *'''1623:''' The Dutch of [[New Netherland|New Netherland]] intermittently occupied Fort Nassau (now Brooklawn, Camden, New Jersey) starting in 1623.<ref>Amandus Johnson, "[https://etc.usf.edu/maps/pages/8100/8120/8120.htm Detailed Map of New Sweden 1638-1655]" in Amandus Johnson's book ''The Swedes on the Delaware 1638-1664'' (Philadelphia: Swedish Colonial Society, 1915), 392.</ref><ref>"Location of Fort Nassau" in [http://www.nj.searchroots.com/Gloucesterco/fortnassau.htm#Location Gloucester County, New Jersey History and Genealogy], (accessed 8 November 2008).</ref> | ||
*'''1630''' The northeastern part of New Jersey was the first to be permanently settled because of its close proximity to New Amsterdam (New York City). Bergen (now Jersey City), on the west bank of the Hudson River, was the first permanent Dutch settlement starting in 1630.<ref>Wikipedia contributors, [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bergen,_New_Netherland "Bergen, New Netherland"] in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia], (accessed 12 December 2008).</ref> | *'''1630''' The northeastern part of New Jersey was the first to be permanently settled because of its close proximity to New Amsterdam (New York City). Bergen (now Jersey City), on the west bank of the Hudson River, was the first permanent Dutch settlement starting in 1630.<ref>Wikipedia contributors, [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bergen,_New_Netherland "Bergen, New Netherland"] in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia], (accessed 12 December 2008).</ref> | ||
*'''1641''' The English built a blockhouse at Varkens Kill, now Salem, Salem, New Jersey. Disease took many, and by 1643 many others straggled back to New England. The few remaining accepted Swedish rule.<ref>Johnson, Detailed Map.</ref><ref>Arthur H. Buffington, "New England and the Western Fur Trade, 1629-1675" ''[http://books.google.com/books?id=KTQTAAAAYAAJ Publications of the Colonial Society of Massachusetts]'' 18 (1917): 168 digitized by Google, 2007. "Regardless of the rights of the Dutch and the Swedes, two large tracts of land were purchased in southern New Jersey, and another tract on the future site of Philadelphia. The colony of New Haven extended its jurisdiction over this territory and lent the Company its full support. A settlement was made the same year [1641] at Varkens Kill (Salem, New Jersey), but as it was below the Dutch and Swedish posts and therefore unfavorably situated for the fur trade, a trading post was erected the next year near the mouth of the Schuylkill and above the rival posts. So seriously did this new post interfere with trade that the Dutch, probably with the aid of the Swedes, destroyed the fort and took away the settlers to Manhattan. The settlement at Varkens Kill was not disturbed, but it amounted to little. Some of the settlers perished of disease, some straggled back to New Haven, and a few stayed on, submitting themselves to Swedish rule."</ref> | *'''1641''' The English built a blockhouse at Varkens Kill, now Salem, Salem, New Jersey. Disease took many, and by 1643 many others straggled back to New England. The few remaining accepted Swedish rule.<ref>Johnson, Detailed Map.</ref><ref>Arthur H. Buffington, "New England and the Western Fur Trade, 1629-1675" ''[http://books.google.com/books?id=KTQTAAAAYAAJ Publications of the Colonial Society of Massachusetts]'' 18 (1917): 168 digitized by Google, 2007. "Regardless of the rights of the Dutch and the Swedes, two large tracts of land were purchased in southern New Jersey, and another tract on the future site of Philadelphia. The colony of New Haven extended its jurisdiction over this territory and lent the Company its full support. A settlement was made the same year [1641] at Varkens Kill (Salem, New Jersey), but as it was below the Dutch and Swedish posts and therefore unfavorably situated for the fur trade, a trading post was erected the next year near the mouth of the Schuylkill and above the rival posts. So seriously did this new post interfere with trade that the Dutch, probably with the aid of the Swedes, destroyed the fort and took away the settlers to Manhattan. The settlement at Varkens Kill was not disturbed, but it amounted to little. Some of the settlers perished of disease, some straggled back to New Haven, and a few stayed on, submitting themselves to Swedish rule."</ref> | ||
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*'''1664-1738''': New Jersey was part of New York. Some New Jersey probate records from this period are filed in New York City. | *'''1664-1738''': New Jersey was part of New York. Some New Jersey probate records from this period are filed in New York City. | ||
*'''1673-1674:''' A new war breaks out, and the Dutch send a large armada that retakes New Netherland for a few months. But as the war ends, the colony is ceeded to England for the last time.<ref>Wikipedia, "New Netherland".</ref> | *'''1673-1674:''' A new war breaks out, and the Dutch send a large armada that retakes New Netherland for a few months. But as the war ends, the colony is ceeded to England for the last time.<ref>Wikipedia, "New Netherland".</ref> | ||
*'''1676:''' | *'''1676:''' The province was divided into the separate proprietorships East Jersey and West Jersey. The capital of East Jersey was Elizabeth and then Perth Amboy as of 1686. Since 1681, the capital of West Jersey was Burlington. Each proprietorship was governed by its own board of proprietors. Between 1672 and 1682, William Penn and other Quakers purchased both proprietorships. | ||
*'''1683:''' | *'''1683:''' Four counties—Bergen, Essex, Middlesex, and Monmouth—were formed in East Jersey. The original West Jersey counties of Burlington and Salem were established as places where courts were held in 1681. A few townships in both provinces date from 1675, but none were formally created until 1693. | ||
*'''1687-1693:''' | *'''1687-1693:''' The line between East Jersey and West Jersey was agreed upon in 1687. It ran from Little Egg Harbor on the southeast coast to the most northerly point on the Delaware River lying within New Jersey. | ||
*'''1702:''' | *'''1702:''' The Quaker proprietors surrendered control to the crown, and the two Jerseys were united to form a single royal colony. The two boards of proprietors retained land titles. | ||
*'''1758''': | *'''1758''': (August) First Indian reservation was established by New Jersey Colonial Assembly. This was the Edge Pillock Reservation in Burlington County, site of present day Indian Mills. About 100 Indians chiefly Unami settled on the reservation. | ||
*'''1769:''' | *'''1769:''' After long conflicts, the present border with New York was agreed upon. The line was confirmed by the King in Council in 1773 and in 1774. | ||
*'''1776:''' | *'''1776:''' New Jersey declared itself an independent state. In 1787 New Jersey became the third state to ratify the Constitution. | ||
*'''1790:''' | *'''1790:''' Trenton became the capital. | ||
*'''1801''': The last of the Delaware tibe moved to New Stockbridge near Lake Oneida, New York, later (1822) | *'''1801''': The last of the Delaware tibe moved to New Stockbridge near Lake Oneida, New York, later (1822) they moved to Green Bay Wisconsin. | ||
*'''1804:''' | *'''1804:''' From this time on, children born as slaves in New Jersey became free upon reaching the age of 25 for males and 21 for females. Registers of slave births began to be kept. | ||
*'''1844:''' | *'''1844:''' The property qualification for voting was removed. | ||
*'''1846:''' | *'''1846:''' A law to abolish slavery made all children born to slaves free from birth, but those already in bondage became "apprentices" to their former masters for life. There was still some slavery until the adoption of the Thirteenth Amendment in 1865. | ||
*'''1898:''' Over 300,000 U.S. men were involved in the [http://www.loc.gov/rr/hispanic/1898/ Spanish-American War] which was fought mainly in Cuba and the Philippines. | *'''1898:''' Over 300,000 U.S. men were involved in the [http://www.loc.gov/rr/hispanic/1898/ Spanish-American War] which was fought mainly in Cuba and the Philippines. | ||
*'''1917–1918:''' More than 26 million men from the United States ages 18 through 45 registered with the Selective Service. During [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_War_I World War I] over 4.7 million American men and women served. | *'''1917–1918:''' More than 26 million men from the United States ages 18 through 45 registered with the Selective Service. During [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/World_War_I World War I] over 4.7 million American men and women served. | ||
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*'''1964–1972:''' Over 8.7 million American men and women served in the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vietnam_War Vietnam War]. | *'''1964–1972:''' Over 8.7 million American men and women served in the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vietnam_War Vietnam War]. | ||
== Content in Histories == | |||
Histories are great sources of genealogical information. Many contain biographical information about individuals who lived in the area, including: | Histories are great sources of genealogical information. Many contain biographical information about individuals who lived in the area, including: | ||
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=== Local Histories === | === Local Histories === | ||
Some of the most valuable sources for family history research are local histories. Published histories of towns, counties, and states usually contain accounts of families. They describe the settlement of the area and the founding of churches, schools, and businesses. You can also find lists of pioneers, soldiers, and civil officials. Even if your ancestor is not listed, information on other relatives may be included that will provide important clues for locating your ancestor. A local history may also suggest other records to search. Local histories are extensively collected by the [ | Some of the most valuable sources for family history research are local histories. Published histories of towns, counties, and states usually contain accounts of families. They describe the settlement of the area and the founding of churches, schools, and businesses. You can also find lists of pioneers, soldiers, and civil officials. Even if your ancestor is not listed, information on other relatives may be included that will provide important clues for locating your ancestor. A local history may also suggest other records to search. Local histories are extensively collected by the [https://www.familysearch.org/en/library/ FamilySearch Library], public and university libraries, and state and local historical societies. The United States Research "[[United States History|History]]" page cites nationwide bibliographies of local histories which include histories of New Jersey. | ||
The [ | The [https://www.familysearch.org/en/library/ FamilySearch Library] has many county, town, and church histories. Hundreds of local histories are available in the Genealogy and Local History collection on microfiche like ''United States Local Histories in the Library of Congress'' <ref>Marion J. Kaminkow's ''United States Local Histories in the Library of Congress'' (FS Library book 973 A3ka). </ref> | ||
For an excellent bibliography of local histories for New Jersey, refer to: | For an excellent bibliography of local histories for New Jersey, refer to: | ||
*Burr, Nelson R. ''A Narrative and Descriptive Bibliography of New Jersey.'' The New Jersey Historical Series. Volume 21 Princeton, New Jersey: Van Nostrand, 1964. (Not available at the | *Burr, Nelson R. ''A Narrative and Descriptive Bibliography of New Jersey.'' The New Jersey Historical Series. Volume 21 Princeton, New Jersey: Van Nostrand, 1964. (Not available at the FamilySearch Library.) | ||
*Filby, P. William. ''A Bibliography of American County Histories''. Baltimore: Genealogical Publishing, 1985. {{ | *Filby, P. William. ''A Bibliography of American County Histories''. Baltimore: Genealogical Publishing, 1985. {{FSC|299450|item|disp=FS Catalog book 973 H23bi}}; [http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/12356760&referer=brief_results Worldcat]. | ||
*Kaminkow, Marion J. ''United States Local Histories in the Library of Congress''. 5 vols. Baltimore: Magna Charta Book, 1975-76. {{ | *Kaminkow, Marion J. ''United States Local Histories in the Library of Congress''. 5 vols. Baltimore: Magna Charta Book, 1975-76. {{FSC|252458|title-id|disp=FS Catalog book 973 A3ka}}; [http://www.worldcat.org/search?q=United+States+Local+Histories+in+the+Library+of+Congress&qt=results_page Worldcat]. | ||
== County and Town Historians == | |||
Since 1979 some New Jersey counties and municipalities have had officially appointed historians. | Since 1979 some New Jersey counties and municipalities have had officially appointed historians. The historians often are the only ones with some of the records for their areas. To find who the historian is for an area, check with the: | ||
*Town or county [http://www.publiclibraries.com/newjersey.htm public libraries] | *Town or county [http://www.publiclibraries.com/newjersey.htm public libraries] | ||
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*County genealogical society (see [http://www.searchbug.com/companyfinder/ phone directory]) | *County genealogical society (see [http://www.searchbug.com/companyfinder/ phone directory]) | ||
== State Histories Useful to Genealogists == | |||
Good genealogists strive to understand the life and times of their ancestors. In this sense, any history is useful. But certain kinds of state, county, and local histories, especially older histories published between 1845 and 1945, often include biographical sketches of prominent individuals. The sketches usually tend toward the laudatory, but may include some genealogical details. If these histories are indexed or alphabetical, check for an ancestor's name. Some examples for the State of New Jersey are: | Good genealogists strive to understand the life and times of their ancestors. In this sense, any history is useful. But certain kinds of state, county, and local histories, especially older histories published between 1845 and 1945, often include biographical sketches of prominent individuals. The sketches usually tend toward the laudatory, but may include some genealogical details. If these histories are indexed or alphabetical, check for an ancestor's name. Some examples for the State of New Jersey are: | ||
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A useful set of volumes concerning New Jersey's history is: | A useful set of volumes concerning New Jersey's history is: | ||
*Kull, Irving S. ''New Jersey, A History''. Five Volumes. New York, New York: The American Historical Society, Incorporated. 1930-1932. ( | *Kull, Irving S. ''New Jersey, A History''. Five Volumes. New York, New York: The American Historical Society, Incorporated. 1930-1932. (FamilySearch Library {{FSC|240023|title-id|disp=book 974.9 H2k, films 1697477 and 2055167 item 5}}.) | ||
Transcripts of many New Jersey public documents from the colonial and revolutionary period have been published in: | Transcripts of many New Jersey public documents from the colonial and revolutionary period have been published in: | ||
*''Documents Relating to the Colonial History of the State of New Jersey.'' Newark, New Jersey: The Daily Journal Establishment, 1880-1949. Archives of the State of New Jersey, First Series, Second Series. 42 Volumes. This set contains will abstracts, patents, deeds, newspaper abstracts, and marriages. Most volumes are individually indexed. {{ | *''Documents Relating to the Colonial History of the State of New Jersey.'' Newark, New Jersey: The Daily Journal Establishment, 1880-1949. Archives of the State of New Jersey, First Series, Second Series. 42 Volumes. This set contains will abstracts, patents, deeds, newspaper abstracts, and marriages. Most volumes are individually indexed. {{FSC|193642|title-id|disp=Online for most volumes; books 974.9 B49a; films beginning with 844833 item 3}}. | ||
*''New Jersey Historical Society (Newark, New Jersey). Documents Relating to the Revolutionary History of the State of New Jersey ''. Trenton, New Jersey | *''New Jersey Historical Society (Newark, New Jersey). Documents Relating to the Revolutionary History of the State of New Jersey ''. Trenton, New Jersey : John L. Murphy Pub. Co., 1901-1917. Extracts from American newspapers v. 1 1776-1777 -- v. 2 1778 -- v. 3 1779 -- v. 4 Nov. 1, 1779-Sept. 30, 1780 -- v. 5 Obtober, 1780-July 1782. FamilySearch Library {{FSC|194980|item|disp=FS Library films 844833-52 and 438588}} and list of {{FSC|974.9 B49a|disp=books 974.9 B49a}}; some volumes are on fiche.) | ||
== United States History == | |||
The following are only a few of the many sources that are available: | The following are only a few of the many sources that are available: | ||
*Schlesinger, Jr., Arthur M. ''The Almanac of American History.'' Greenwich, Conn.: Bison Books, 1983. This provides brief historical essays and chronological descriptions of thousands of key events in United States history. {{ | *Schlesinger, Jr., Arthur M. ''The Almanac of American History.'' Greenwich, Conn.: Bison Books, 1983. This provides brief historical essays and chronological descriptions of thousands of key events in United States history. {{FSC|531408|item|disp=FS Catalog book 973 H2alm}}; [http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/9392978&referer=brief_results Worldcat]. <br> | ||
*''Dictionary of American History, Revised ed., 8 vols''. New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1976. This includes historical sketches on various topics in U.S. history, such as wars, people, laws, and organizations. ({{ | *''Dictionary of American History, Revised ed., 8 vols''. New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1976. This includes historical sketches on various topics in U.S. history, such as wars, people, laws, and organizations. ({{FSC|76529|title-id|disp=FS Catalog book 973 H2ad}}; [http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/2507380&referer=brief_results Worldcat] A snippet view is available at [http://books.google.com/books?id=Lz9WC9EyF08C&q=9780684138565&dq=9780684138565&ei=F4GxSbisHpDMlQSW3Z36BQ&pgis=1 Google books].<br> | ||
*''Webster's Guide to American History: A Chronological, Geographical, and Biographical Survey and Compendium''. Springfield, Mass.: G&C Merriam, 1971. This includes a history, some maps, tables, and other historical information. {{ | *''Webster's Guide to American History: A Chronological, Geographical, and Biographical Survey and Compendium''. Springfield, Mass.: G&C Merriam, 1971. This includes a history, some maps, tables, and other historical information. {{FSC|280192|item|disp=FS Catalog book 973 H2v}}). Limited view at [http://books.google.com/books?id=MVU6DS6Re8gC&printsec=frontcover&dq=Webster%27s+Guide+to+American+History:+A+Chronological,+Geographical,+and+Biographical+Survey+and+Compendium%27&ei=Vn-xSeS6FJDUlQSby81v#PPP13,M1 Google Books].[http://www.worldcat.org/search?q=Webster%27s+Guide+to+American+History&qt=owc_search Worldcat].<br> | ||
*''Writings on American History'' By American Historical Association, Library of Congress, United States National Historical Publications Commission, Published by KTO Press, 1921 {{ | *''Writings on American History'' By American Historical Association, Library of Congress, United States National Historical Publications Commission, Published by KTO Press, 1921 {{FSC|244514|title-id|disp=FS Catalog book 973 H23w}}; [http://www.worldcat.org/search?q=Writings+on+American+History&qt=owc_search Worldcat]. The full text is available at [http://books.google.com/books?id=mgEPAAAAYAAJ&dq=United+States+Local+Histories+in+the+Library+of+Congress&ei=N3yxSd6pI4K0kATC-qRu Google Books] | ||
To find more books and articles about New Jersey's history use the Internet [http://www.google.com/ Google] search for phases like "New Jersey history." [[FamilySearch Catalog Surname Search|FamilySearch Catalog Surname Search]] lists many more histories under topics like: | To find more books and articles about New Jersey's history use the Internet [http://www.google.com/ Google] search for phases like "New Jersey history." [[FamilySearch Catalog Surname Search|FamilySearch Catalog Surname Search]] lists many more histories under topics like: | ||
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