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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1910
Page
14
The article details the draining and improvement of the Great Meadows area near Meadville and adjacent lands, noting the muck plant and celery farming rise, early industrial trucking, and the shift from marginal to productive farmland. It mentions figures and names tied to local development and the impact on nearby towns and agriculture.
The Great Meadows in Allamuchy township, once a marshy bog of malarial risks, were lowered and drained through mid to late 19th century efforts. Key figures included Dr. Paul, Dr. Greese, and landowners like Alfred Ruckles and Mundy family, with drainage work spanning Vienna to Hackettstown. The transformed area now yields thousands of bushels of corn and wheat, supports Celery farms, and hosts seasonal tenants, changing a dangerous swamp into fertile farmland and enjoyable summers for visitors.
A historic board of health ordinance outlines requirements for plans and permits for housing and drainage work. It specifies that only a licensed constructor may perform work once plans are approved and registered, with inspections and possible cost defrayal for failure to comply. The ordinance emphasizes written permits, board authorization, and adherence to approved plans.
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