Jacob Kocher was born in Newark on September 22, 1847 he had a twin sisterElizabeth and four brothers. His parents, John Sr and Rosena emigrated fromSwitzerland in the early 19th century. Jacob was a tinsmith and plumber andlived at 105 Parker St in Newark. This residence was lived in by the family into the 1980’s. He married Amelia Evertz and…
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Flags for Veterans on Memorial Day
Members of the Sons of The American Legion Squadron #344 Rockaway Township Michael Woomer (L) and Sean Hogan place flags at veteran headstones for Memorial Day at Woodland Cemetery. A tradition Michael started originally with his wife Fay some 20 years ago. Michael is also past camp commander of Phillip Kearny Camp #20 Sons of Union Veterans of The Civil…
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