Reminiscing may be in
many of our thoughts as 1999 comes to an end. But in Fanwood and Scotch Plains, we
don’t need visions to see signs of our history. There are many real things today
preserved that instill pride of our history and the accomplishments of our forefathers.
The 260-year-old Stage House Inn is a thriving reminder right in our
midst. For a casual tour of the past, visit the charming Osborn Cannonball House dating
back to about 1760. Scotch Plains had its first school about the same time in 1768.
There’s a Tale of Two Communities that takes you on a ride from the past
to the present day, arriving at the Fanwood train station for its 125th anniversary.
Our Towns are nestled in cozy, tree-lined neighborhoods, although within in
bird’s eye view of metropolitan New York City. One may commute or work at the village
store, but they’re always glad to be home. Neighbors are friends in our small towns.
There are few strangers, and visitors receive warm welcomes. |
The Complete Publication
and Highlights: (pdf files)
Tale of Two Communities...................................................... Page 4
Cannonball House................................................................... Page 7
History of Scotch Plains-Fanwood Schools ....................... Page 8
Fanwood Railroad Station ..................................................... Page 10
Historical Society of Scotch Plains and Fanwood ............. Page 11
Stage House ............................................................................. Page 12
Patricia M. Kuran Cultural Arts Center ........................... Page
14
Scotch Plains-Fanwood Public Schools .............................. Page
16
Union Catholic High School ................................................. Page 19
Scotch Plains Local Government......................................... Page
20
Scotch Plains Municipal Boards ......................................... Page
21
Fanwood Local Government .................................................. Page 22
Fanwood Municipal Boards.................................................... Page 23
Scotch Plains Business and Professional Association ... Page 26
Directory of State, County & Federal Representatives ... Page 28
Union County Vocational-Technical Schools..................... Page 29
Religious
.................................................................................. Page 30
Scotch Plains Fire, Rescue and Police Rosters ................ Page 32
Fanwood Fire, Rescue and Police Rosters .......................... Page
34
Transportation Guide ............................................................. Page 36
Scotch Plains Day/Street Fest .............................................. Page 37
Fanny Wood Day ...................................................................... Page 38
John H. Stamler Police Academy ......................................... Page
39
Fanwood Memorial Library ................................................... Page 40
Scotch Plains Public Library ............................................... Page 41
Recycling Information ........................................................... Page 42
Recreational Information ...................................................... Page 43
Sports
........................................................................................ Page 44
Volunteers protect us through our fire departments and rescue
squads. Volunteers give us business energy and creativity through the Scotch Plains
Business and Professional Association. But, Our Towns are big enough to be the home of
admirals and the State Senate President.
Our high school kids are skilled enough to win 7 state soccer championships
over the last 14 years. Then, there’s DECA, students learning business and winning
national awards. There are many things to fill us with pride, yet there’s still time
to smell the wildflowers at the Fanwood Nature Center.
The Times of Scotch Plains-Fanwood is pleased to
present the annual Our Towns publication. This year, the staff
takes you on a trip through community history. Many organizations helped put this
together, and we’re proud to be part of it. Thank you to all, particularly Suzette
Stalker who served as editor, Pete Billson who plied his technical skill and Joanna Marsh
who managed the commercial necessities. - Horace Corbin, Publisher |
