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January 26, 1860
- Orange was incorporated as a town January 26, 1860, and almost immediately began to separate into smaller units, probably because the idea of police, fire, and street departments was not receiving popular support.
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History of East Orange. The "Town at the River" included land extending from the Passaic River to the Orange Mountain. For one hundred and forty years, what is now East Orange continued to be a part of Newark, and until 1780 was designated as "Newark Mountain."
South Orange was organized on January 26, 1861; Fairmount (later to become part of West Orange) on March 11, 1862; East Orange on March 4, 1863; and West Orange (including Fairmount) on March 14, 1863. East Orange was reincorporated as a city on December 9, 1899, based on the results of a referendum held two days earlier.
Originally founded as a township in 1863, East Orange became incorporated as a city on January 1, 1909. By the close of the 19th century, East Orange was an agriculturally rich area populated by oil tycoons and Newark industrialists.
Aug 10, 2024 · East Orange, city, Essex county, northeastern New Jersey, U.S., adjoining Newark on the northwest. Originally settled in 1678 by 30 families from Newark, it was set off from Orange township and established as a municipality in 1863.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Oct 3, 2023 · Located in Essex County, New Jersey, East Orange is a vibrant city with a rich history and a diverse community. With its close proximity to New York City, it has become a popular residential area for those seeking a mix of suburban tranquility and urban convenience.
Nov 17, 2011 · East Orange became a separate township on March 4, 1863, the first election being held in Timothy W. Mulford’s wheelwright shop on the south side of Main Street, between Walnut and Burnet Streets, April 16 1863.
An Interactive Timeline History of East Orange. by Jim Gerrish. Check back daily to see what's old and what's new! Click on the links below to read more details and see more maps and photos.
