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Folks: If anyone failed to purchase the above referenced atlas reprint when it was published some years ago, the North Pemberton Historic Trust has just located about 30 new copies in its headquarters and has them for sale. The price is $40. If you are interested in purchasing a copy, you can...

Folks: I've just received news that Glo (Gloria Repp) has passed away after a short bout with cancer. She was a frequent user of my library before she contracted long COVID. She authored many books for teens filled with mystery and adventure, but always with a Christian message. A faithful...

The New Jersey State Archives posted this blueprint on Facebook today, so I thought I'd share it here: Best regards, Jerseyman

Folks: It is with profound sadness that I report the passing of archaeologist Budd Wilson this morning, surrounded by friends and family. As was his wish, no formal service or memorial will be held. So, we should remember him in our hearts and minds. Requiescat In Pace, Budd. You presence will...

Folks: In conducting research several weeks ago, I was reviewing some surveys and came across this one. Enjoy! Best regards, Jerseyman

If any members want to acquire a copy of The Trail of the Blue Comet, this is a very fair price as a Buy-it-Now...

https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/man-finds-century-old-photos-attic-including-portrait-susan-b-anthony-180976922/ Best regards, Jerseyman

Folks: Came across these two images the other day and I thought some would enjoy viewing them. The first image is the Mount Misery School. The second photo depicts the Johnson Place School. It appears both schools were already derelict at the time the photographer snapped the pictures. Notice...

Folks: If any of you are desirous of owning a copy of the book, TRAIL OF THE BLUE COMET, and cannot afford the usual price of $265-$350, I direct your attention to this listing on ebay: 252409128117 with a starting bid of only $119.95. While the dust jacket is a bit ratty, the text is in...

Folks: Let's all wish Spung-Man a very, very Happy Birthday! May you receive many ventifacts!! Rock on! Happy Birthday, friend!! Best regards, Jerseyman

Folks: While conducting some research today at the Gloucester County Historical Society for an ongoing project in Galloway Township, I came across this letter address to the New Jersey Attorney General and I thought you would find it as interesting as I did: mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmCounty of...

https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=rMKKC4rV9N4 Best regards, Jerseyman

Folks: My apology for my extended absence from these forums, but it is always work before pleasure for me. Nonetheless, I knew I had to share a video with all of you that someone shared with me yesterday. If you ever wanted to witness an eighteenth-century Pine Barrens forge in action, take a...

COME ONE, COME ALL! OCEANVILLE (GALLOWAY TWP.), NJ – The Noyes Museum of Art of Stockton University and the South Jersey Culture & History Center will host a Pine Barrens Jamboree on Thursday, April 16 from 5:30-7:30pm, celebrating the life and culture of the Pine Barrens. This spirited musical...

From the South Jersey Culture & History Center at Stockton University: The exhibition Pine Barrens: Life and Legends is “rebooting" at the Noyes Museum in Oceanville. On Thursday, March 26, from 5:00 - 6:30pm we invite visitors to join us for an exhibition walk through and light refreshments...

Best regards, Jerseyman

Merry Christmas to all my Pine Barrens friends! One hundred years ago on Christmas Eve, this amazing and unique occurrence happened: Best regards, Jerseyman

Folks: Here is an interesting text on John Richards and his connection to Weymouth, Gloucester Furnace, and other Pine Barren sites. I have retained the original spelling throughout. A MEMORIAL TRIBUTE TO THE LATE JOHN RICHARDS, INSCRIBED TO HIS DESCENDANTS UPON THE CENTENNIAL OF HIS BIRTH...

Folks: Since this may be a rare occurrence, I took a screen shot to show the two Pine Barons of the NJPineBarrens.com forums both being on line at the same time: Best regards, Jerseyman

TeeGate and all those interested in survey stones and the Pine Barrens: My good friend Tanton from this site sent me the link to a fascinating article from The American Surveyor magazine: http://www.amerisurv.com/PDF/TheAmericanSurveyor_Guisewhite-StoryOfAStone_Vol8No4.pdf Note the heavy...