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Finding Jacob Kocher

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…

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…