The town of Newark, New Jersey was originally founded in 1666, populated by Connecticut Puritans under the leadership of Robert Treat. The city, now the home of almost 100,000 people, celebrated its anniversary with parades and receptions. (By John Osborne)
Source Citation
"Newark Bi-Centennial," Frank Leslie's Illustrated Magazine, June 2, 1866, p. 167.
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