Originally published: New York: Viking, 1939.

Everything you've ever wanted to know about the Garden State can now be found in one place. This encyclopaedia contains a wealth of information from New Jersey's prehistory to the present covering architecture, arts, biographies, commerce, arts, municipalities and much more.

Vols. for 1867-1915 include report of the state director of the United New Jersey Railroad and Canal Company issued through 1878 under its earlier names: 1867-71, Delaware and Raritan Canal and Camden and Amboy Railroad and Transportation Companies (which continues the reports of the State Directors); 1873-78, United Rail Road and Canal Company of New Jersey.

Leonardo, one of Monmouth County's most picturesque seaside resorts, is portrayed in images that will fill the heart and lift the spirit. With some two hundred vintage photographs, Leonardo offers an overview of this beautiful beach town, which lies on the banks of the Sandy Hook Bay in central New Jersey. A tightly knit and friendly community, Leonardo has long been recognized as a haven for artists and writers. The town's sandy beaches and intriguing maritime history attract thousands of visitors every year. With a collection of early-twentieth-century to the recent past photographs and informative historical information, Leonardo explores the many features of a town that has become known as the "jewel in the crown." This history features images of Leonardo's celebrated sculptor and artist Donald DeLue, who created the sculpture The Rocket Thrower for the 1964-1965 New York World's Fair. Also seen are photographs of the Leonardo State Marina and the famous Conover Beacon Lighthouse. The historic Applegate Cemetery, where the legendary Mary Stillwell Applegate is buried, is pictured along with a description of its folklore tale.

No planning required! Need a day away to relax, refresh, renew? Just get in your car and go! This first edition of Day Trips from New Jersey is your guide to hundreds of exciting things to do, see, and discover within New Jersey or a short drive across state lines. With full trip-planning information and tips on where to eat, shop, and stop along the way, you can make the most of your time off and rediscover the simple pleasures of a day trip. Explore places you never knew existed, many free of charge, and most within a 2- to 3-hour drive from points in the Garden State. Choose your passion among the scenic outdoors, stores, museums, food, wine tours, and betting against the dealer. Enjoy fascinating historic and cultural treasures. Explore New Jersey’s maritime marvels from Sandy Hook to Cape May, and from Atlantic City across to “Pennsy". You won’t go far without tripping over something interesting, entertaining, important, or magnificent. Day Trips New Jersey largely takes you up and down and across New Jersey, but some trips invite you across a state line into what is considered part of the neighborhood.