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Two Streets and a School

Posted on August 20, 2008 by Steve Weintraub

Newark wears its history in plain sight. An astoundingly diverse collection of buildings, evocative street names and a rich narrative dating back over 300 years lay the city bare to those who even casually glance. James Betelle spent his 20 … Continue reading →

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Essex County Hall of Records

Posted on October 31, 2006 by Steve Weintraub

Guilbert & Betelle designed the 1927 Essex County Hall of Records, in Newark, as a complement to the existing 1902 Court House by Cass Gilbert (to which they did the massive remodeling described in this article). Interestingly, James Betelle worked … Continue reading →

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All I Got is a Photograph

Posted on October 24, 2006 by Steve Weintraub

I found this wonderful photograph of the Chamber of Commerce Building in the Newark Library’s photo archive. It works on a both large and small scale, from the full breadth of the building down to fine details at street level. … Continue reading →

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A Drive Through Newark

Posted on August 31, 2006 by Steve Weintraub

I ventured back into Newark last week, confident I wouldn’t encounter the shape-shifting roads of my first trip. My goal this trip was to research a number of Betelle-related items at the Essex County Hall of Records. Going there served … Continue reading →

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