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This is Volume 2 of a comprehensive historical account of Gloucester, Salem, and Cumberland Counties in New Jersey, originally published in 1883. "History of the Counties of Gloucester, Salem, and Cumberland New Jersey" delves into the rich past of the region, offering detailed narratives of its development, key events, and prominent figures. Supplementing the historical narrative are biographical sketches of notable citizens, providing insights into the lives and contributions of individuals who shaped the counties. This volume serves as an invaluable resource for historians, genealogists, and anyone interested in the local history of New Jersey. It offers a fascinating glimpse into 19th-century life and the forces that shaped these important communities. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.