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This Week in Chester History…
The Mendham-Chester Tribune listed the Chester Public School class of 1937: Russell Apgar, Lois (Tommie) Barker, Alice Budd, Robert Bahrman, Betty Christensen, Margaret Doremus, Dorothy Fleming, Alice Fry, Clifford Gillespie, Virginia Grey, Reba Hollenback, Helen Jackson, Betty Kappes, Doris McCollum, Grace Mercadante, John Metzgar, Gladys Shann, Helen Smith, William Smith, Lewis Somers, Warren Stroud, Harry Thompson, Lorraine Weil,
This Week in Chester History
In 1985, the Chester Flea Market opened on a sunny Sunday after many weeks of deliberation between the Chester Lions Club and the owners and merchants of the Chester Spring Mall. The primary conflict revolved around the incredible traffic created by the popular market and the use of space.
Source: Observer-Tribune
This Week in Chester History
In 1984, renowned rider Edith Master of Chester Township competed in the Olympic Trials for dressage. The two-day trials were held at the United States Equestrian Team headquarters at Hamilton Farms on Pottersville Road off Route 206. Miss Master was a member of the United States dressage teams in the 1968, 1972 and 1976 Games and has a bronze medal to show for the latter effort.
This Week in Chester History
On May 18, 1981, “Home and Hamlet,” a Decorators’ Showcase opened as the yearly May’s Mansion where the “use of greenery, the unusual combination of colors, the creative window decor” were center stage. Located on Rock Springs Road, the Friends of the Chester Library featured the local event as a fundraiser for the new library.
This Week in Chester History
On May 11, 1996, Chester resident Lois “Tommie” Barker of the Grand Rapids Chicks marched in a parade celebrating the dedication of the a baseball field to Abner Doubleday in Mendham Borough. Art Shamsky and Ed Kranepool of the 1969 World Series Championship New York Mets were also present as guests of honor.
Source: Observer-Tribune
This Week in Chester History
In 1994, Chester Garden Club held its annual Arbor Day ceremony where a bicentennial red oak tree planted in 1976 on the front lawn of Borough Hall was moved to an area near the rear entrance. The ceremony was full of community involvement from Boy and Girl Scouts, local officeholders, and most importantly Tree Tech company. The tree was dedicated by Councilwoman Maria Jackson as Mayor Ted Eible was unable to attend.
This Week in Chester History
In 1996, the Observer-Tribune profiled Chester resident Ted Buyinski, who appeared on the TV show “Jeopardy” and won a vacation to Jamaica and local fame. When asked by Alex Trebek where he was from, he responded “Chester Township.” Buyinski was edged out of the championship by $2.
This Week in Chester History
In 1975, Chester resident Kenneth Packie won first place for a black and white print in the natural landscapes division, second place for a black and white print of native plants, and a second place for a print of native animals in a photography contest sponsored by the Morris County Parks Commission. Source: Observer-Tribune
This Week in Chester History
In 1993, the Observer-Tribune featured the Roost, a new restaurant located at 44 Main Street, and its proprietor Daniel Gaffney. With fair prices and freshly prepared dishes, the newspaper lauded the Roost and its cheerful, capable staff. The Gaffney family also owns and operates Sally Lunn’s English Tea Room and Antiques which is still on Perry Street in Downtown Chester.
This Week in Chester History
In 1994, Michael Marelli was named Chester Borough’s “Citizen of the Year.” From 1983 to 1993, Marelli served as a councilman. Ever the dedicated community member, he concurrently served on the Police Committee, the Personnel Committee, the Sewer and Water Committee, and was chairman of the Streets and Roads Committee. Mayor Ted Eible gave a short speech about his appreciation for Marelli.
