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Schaefer Joan In a league of her own
A newspaper article about Joan Schaefer, founder of United Girls Athletic League Suburbia (GALS), a travelling softball league meant to give girls more opportunities in sports. The article includes several quotes from Schaefer and quotes about…
Santa Claus Comes to the Friendly Town newspaper clipping
A newspaper clipping about Santa Claus visiting shops in Bergenfield. Includes a photograph of him shaking hands with Patrolman Robert Kirsch.
Pipines Peter Obituary
An obituary of former Bergenfield resident Peter Pipines. He was a past president of the Bergenfield Rotary Club and the Bergenfield Chamber of Commerce. He was also a past president of the Bergenfield Public Library board.
Orsini Joseph Retired Priest Finds Second Calling in Kitchen twin boro news
A newspaper article about a retired priest named Joseph Orsini and the release of his cookbook "Italian Family Cooking." The Bergenfield Library held a launch event for the release of the book.
Orkin Jules Owner of bookstore combines two loves
A newspaper article about Jules Orkin, the owner of the bookstore The Book Stop, who collects historical walking and hiking maps of the New York and New Jersey areas. The article also includes biographical information about Orkin and his love of…
ODowd Colonel John B Bfield native gets key Corps of Engineers post
A newspaper article announcing that John B O'Dowd, a Bergenfield native, was sworn in as commander and district engineer for the US Army Corps of Engineers, New York District. The article also contains biographical information about O'Dowd.
New prosecutor gives Bergenfield an all female court
A newspaper article announcing the approval of Helene C Herbert as a new borough prosecutor. This appointment resulted in Bergenfield having an all-female court. The article includes quotes from several individuals, including councilwoman Dolores…
Meet Greet Social is Scheduled by Bergenfield Chamber
A newspaper clipping announcing a meet and greet held by the Chamber of Commerce at Tommy Fox's Public House. Article includes details about the event.
McConnell Carol Public health nurse supervisor closes 44 year career
A newspaper article announcing the retirement of Carol McConnell after 44 years working in public health services. The article includes biographical information about Carol's life and work.
Major William P Bfield Museum announces distinguished publication
A newspaper article announcing the publication of "William P. Major: A Bergenfield Life," a biography of the borough's former Chamber of Commerce president.