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1/25/2021 (Permalink)

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Wayne, New Jersey is only 20 miles from Manhattan, yet maintains a suburban feel in the heart of Passaic County. Wayne is close enough to the city to commute easily and far enough away to enjoy a quieter environment. Once lush farmland, Wayne Township offers diverse attractions to both visitors and residents of the community. There are lakeside residential communities, various parks, recreational facilities, and historical-site museums throughout Wayne Township and Passaic County.

Wayne Township came into being on April 12, 1847, by the New Jersey Legislature. Wayne Township was first established from portions of Manchester Township. Wayne became a smaller city in the late 19th century after the citizens held their first township organization meeting where they voted to split from Manchester, naming the new area Wayne Township.

Although Wayne officially came into existence in the 1840s, this area of New Jersey was settled by Europeans dating back to 1694. The surveyor Arent Schuyler found a fertile river valley in 1694 and settled in the area. The Lenape people lived in this area and grew fruitful crops, making it desirable to European settlers.

Historically Significant William Paterson University of New Jersey, Housed in Wayne

William Paterson University is part of New Jersey's public higher education dating back to 1855 when it was initially named the Paterson City Normal School. For over a hundred years, the school exclusively trained New Jersey public school teachers before expanding to other fields of study. In 1948 the university moved to a larger building now known as Hobart Manor. Eventually, in 1951, the university changed its name to Paterson State Teachers College when it expanded to a larger campus.

Critical Dates for the Progression of the University

• 1855: Founded as Paterson City Normal School
• 1948: The State of New Jersey purchased Hobart Manor from the Hobart Family, including the 370-acre property
• 1951: Moved to present campus and renamed to Paterson State Teachers College
• 1966: The curriculum expanded to include degrees in other fields besides education.
• 1970: Steven Lamprou graduated summa cum laude
• 1971: Renamed William Paterson College of New Jersey.

The university was named after William Paterson, New Jersey's first senator, second governor, and Supreme Court Justice. Paterson also helped write the Constitution. He served in his last office as Associate Justice of the Supreme Court from 1793 until his death on September 9, 1806. Paterson was nominated by George Washington for the Supreme Court and interpreted the American Constitution. During his time as a Supreme Court Justice, one of the prominent events and cases was the Whiskey Rebellion in 1794, when Pennsylvania farmers responded with rebellion to an unwanted tax, leading to military intervention.

Historical Significance of Hobart Manor

Hobart Manor of William Paterson University remains the university president's office and became a national and state landmark in 1976. Although Hobart Manor continues to host students, faculty, and staff, it has been historically preserved to look similar to when it was originally built in 1877. Several portraits of the Hobart family grace the walls of the building and other pieces of artwork. Due to constant use, there is a Hobart Manor revitalization committee that continually searches for fixtures, furniture, and other materials that maintain the Manor's historical integrity. Each year, the committee holds a Sunday Tea at the Manor to raise funds toward its continued revitalization.

Other Historically Significant Properties in Wayne Township

• Van Riper-Hopper House: Built in 1786 as a Dutch homestead is the Wayne Historical Commission's headquarters. This house became a museum in 1964.
• Mead-Van Duyne House Museum: Constructed in 1740, it was purchased in 1974 by the Wayne Township.
• Schuyler-Colfax House Museum: This is Wayne's oldest home, built in 1696. In October 1966, the Schuyler-Colfax house was named a historical site by the State of New Jersey but wasn't sold as a landmark until 1994. It was a private residence for the eighth generation of the original family and was never sold from the home's original owner. It remains one of the only colonial homesteads built before 1700 on the East Coast of the United States.
• Dey Mansion: Raised in 1740, was General George Washington's headquarters for the Continental Army in 1780.

The four homes described above are currently all museums. However, there are numerous homes in the area that date back to the mid-1700s. Most of these homes currently serve as private residences. Amongst the currently-in-use buildings of historical significance includes the Old Preakness School. This was a single-story building from 1866, presently in use as a business but owned by Wayne Township.

How Does SERVPRO Assist in Water Removal Services for my Historic Wayne Home?

If you find yourself needing water removal after a mishap in your home, using a professional service such as SERVPRO can mean the difference in obtaining full restoration or only getting partial job completion. Although every restoration project requires timely attention, your colonial-era home requires specialized materials and techniques needing even faster consideration.

SERVPRO Uses a multi-tiered approach to water removal, including the following steps:

• Our emergency response team, available 24/7, acts quickly to dispatch technicians to your home.
• Technicians assess the damage and develop a plan for repairs and restoration.
• Our team works to extract as much water as possible, as quickly as possible to mitigate secondary damage such as mold growth or warping of floors and walls.
• Technicians use industrial-strength air movers and dehumidifying equipment to dry the impacted area within your home adequately.
• After the area is dry, technicians begin completing any required repairs.

SERVPRO understands the value of preserving the historical significance of your home throughout the restoration process. Our technicians use water detection devices and monitor humidity to ensure excess moisture and humidity does not remain within the home.

For assistance in water removal for your Wayne home, contact SERVPRO of Wayne at (973) 546-4977. We make it, "Like it never even happened."