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Additional Library Resources for Local History and Genealogy
For decades, librarians and researchers of Sussex County have contributed to the Library’s unique Local History and Genealogy collections. Descriptions of special collections at branch libraries are listed below. A few collections are accessible by appointment only. Please call the branch, or send an email, with any questions you may have.
MAIN LIBRARY -- 125 Morris Turnpike, Newton, NJ 07860 – phone 973-948-3660 hours
GENEALOGY
Surname Index – This index of family surnames is helpful for tracking down research within the Library’s multiple collections. It also references the Sussex County Historical Society’s look-up files.Click Here to View the Surname Index
Perlee Collection – This large collection of files was donated to the Library by the Dennis Library Association. Alfred Perlee was a prolific local genealogist whose work has assisted researchers for many decades. This collection is locked. Please determine which surnames you wish to view and the Reference Librarian will pull the files.
Crawn Collection – The donated files of local genealogist Francis S. Crawn have been transferred to microfilm. Names are alphabetically arranged, and each name is found on two reels: "Index Cards" and "Family Data" .
Cemetery & Church Vertical File – A collection of transcripts and lists. This file contains information about things like church memberships, baptisms and burials.
Genealogy Vertical File – Information about local family lines, donated by researchers.
Census Reels
LOCAL HISTORY
Vertical Files – File drawers at the Main Library contain clippings, brochures, charts, research, publications and ephemera related to Sussex County, and surrounding area, history and genealogy. There are files for each municipality, and for many schools, industries, landmarks, buildings, churches and other regional topics.
Main Library Vertical File Subjects
Maps – The map collection includes multiple unique historic depictions of the county as well as topographical maps.
Decker Scrapbooks – 14 scrapbooks contain clippings from local newspapers regarding the history of New Jersey and Sussex County. The index is held at the Reference Desk.
Tocks Island Dam – The Library was a depository for anything published about the Tocks Island Dam Project and a file dedicated to the information remains. Relevant books and reports can be located by searching the library catalog.
Yearbooks and Directories
Periodicals – Genealogical Magazine of New Jersey; Proceedings of the New Jersey Historical Society
Vertical File
Family Charts and Wantage Township Cemeteries – This set of binders was prepared by D.A.R. member Muriel Robertson.
DOROTHY HENRY BRANCH – 66 Route 94 Vernon, NJ 07462 – phone 973-827-8095 hours
Vertical File Dorothy Henry Vertical File Subjects
Roswell Coles Scrapbooks – This set of binders regarding the history of Vernon Township contain a collection of articles, clippings and interview transcripts.
FRANKLIN BRANCH – 103 Main Street Franklin, NJ 07416 – phone 973-827-6555 hours
Spotlight on Franklin – Memories 1927-1982 – This volume, published by the Historical Yearbook Committee, contains highlights of Franklin High School’s history.
Railroads in Franklin – This display of materials related to the history of railroads in Franklin was donated by William R. Truran and includes original telegraph equipment. – Call the library. Viewing is by appointment only.
The Stephens Collection – This informative, unique collection offers authentic materials related to the history of early mining in Franklin and Ogdensburg. Compiled by the late Mr. Frederic J. Stephens, a mining engineer and containing maps, books, pictures, letters and articles. – Call the library. Viewing is by appointment only.
Library |
Material |
Dates Covered |
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Lake Hopatcong Breeze |
June 30, 1894 – Sept 1982 |
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New Jersey Herald |
1849 - present |
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New York Times & Index |
Sept 1851 - Oct 15 2003 |
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Stanhope Eagle |
June 30, 1885 – April 20, 1950 |
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Stanhope Eagle |
1885-1950 |
| Main Library |
Sussex Independent |
1871-1952 |
| Main Library |
Sussex Register |
1814-1943 |
Main Library |
Wantage Recorder |
1894-1937 |
Main Library |
Crawn Genealogy Collection |
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Main Library |
United States Federal Census |
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Main Library |
New Jersey State Census |
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Main Library |
New York State Census |
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