Beatrice M. James – Mother of Bergenfield
Have you ever wondered who changed Bergenfield, New Jersey? Well we’re sure you won’t guess! It was Beatrice M. James. She died at the age of 99 on December25, 2007. Her dream for Bergenfield was to establish a public library. Eventually she was successful and a new library greatly enriched the borough of Bergenfield.
Beatrice M. James was the one and only librarian of the free Bergenfield library for 46 years and was its Director for 16 years. She became an avid reader and was hired as a library assistant in the mid-1920’s when the library was located in the old municipal building. She was a charter member as well. She was an honorary member of the friends of Bergenfield Library. She was a member of the Englewood Hospital. Beatrice M. James was the founder of the Historical Society of Bergenfield. She was even the chairwomen of the Bergenfield’s U.S. bicentennial committee in 1976.
She retired in 1971 for serving as a director. Mrs. James planned to become a physical education teacher. Beatrice M. James will always be the mother of Bergenfield. Bergenfield would never be alive today without Beatrice M. James.
By: Alyanna Argueza, Praveen Joseph, and Saawan Patel
Jefferson Elementary School
Come Visit Lake Hopatcong
If you are a person that loves outdoor adventures you can go to Lake Hopatcong New Jersey. When winter comes you can snow tube, ice fish, and ice skate. In the summer you can go swimming, boating, and fishing. You can rent a boat at Bridge Marina, and Hockenjos Boating Company. If you ever get hungry at lunch time you can go to The Jefferson’s house, O’Sullivan’s, Mizaami, and Napoli’s Pizza.
If you like fishing, you can visit Lakes End Marina or Lake Hopatcong Boating House. Lake Hopatcong is one of the largest lakes. The lake was actually two bodies of water and the Lenape lived along its shores. One fish that you can catch there is the Muskellunge. It is one of the biggest fish in Lake Hopatcong. Lake Hopatcong is a state park just of route 80 west at exit 28.
From the 1880’s through the 1930’s the lake welcomed thousands each year, including leaders in government, industry, and entertainment. Sunday, August 29 1909 was the day with the most people there. We hope you’re fascinated with these interesting facts about Lake Hopatcong! Please visit soon.
By: Jake DaCosta, Hannah Gomez, and Daniela Hoyos
Jefferson Elementary School
The Devils and Their History
The New Jersey Devils began their NHL life in Missouri, the “Show Me” state, as the Kansas City Scouts.They were in Missori until 1978. The National Hockey League approved the team to move to Denver, where they emerged as the Colorado Rockies. They struggled in their first year, and saw Don Cherry take over as coach for the 1979-1980 season.
In the year 1982 the Colorodo Rockies were purchased by John Whitehead and Brendan Byrne.With NHL approval, the new owners relocated the team once again.This time in New Jersey. A new team was christened The New Jersey Devils in 1983.
The New Jersey Devils didn’t waste much time to get this new team winning. They began playing games in the Continental Arena. This year they had a new stadium built in Newark, New Jersey. It’s called The Prudential Center.
In the 1995 playoffs they deafeted the Bruins, the Lightning and the Senators. They were left to face off with the surprising Anaheim Mighty Ducks in the Stanley Cup final. In a defensive minded series The Devils clinched their first Stanly Cup in team history with a 4-2 series win. They went on to win again in 2000 and 2003. What a team!
By: Bryan Sison and Alexis Gumb
Jefferson Elementary School
The Charles Addams’ Story
Charles Addams is the creator of the book series “Dear Dead Days”. He started writing his first book of the series in 1959. This book series was so popular that it became a tv show called the “Addams Family”. The show ran from 1964 to 1966.
Charles was born January 7th, 1912 and passed away September 29th 1988. He was 76. His nickname as a child was “Chill” You can still visit his home in Westfield at 552 Elm Street. In his garage is a skeleton chalk drawing that he is said to have drawn.
During World War II Charles served at the Signal Corps Photographic Center in New York, where he made animated training films for the army. Charles drew more then 1,300 cartoons in his career. He went to Westfield High School, in Westfield NJ 1929. He drew many cartoons for the weather vane student newspaper in his high school. Addam went to Colgate Pennsylvania University.
Charles Addams was married three times. Each wife encouraged his career. He was related to John Quincy Adams and John Adams. Next time you watch a rerun of the Addam’s Family, think of him.
By: Nina Disla, Miquel Rosado, and Guadalupe Miranda
Jefferson Elementary School
