You are invited to join the Hudson County Genealogical & Historical Society to learn more about the former Jersey City Mayor as they present a talk by Dr. Leonard Vernon, the author of a new book on Frank Hague, “The Life and Times of Jersey City Mayor Frank Hague” on Saturday, October 13, 2012 at the Secaucus Public Library at 11 am.

In his talk and his book Dr. Vernon reflects on the complex nature of the Frank Hague political machine, which could rule the city with an iron, and sometimes merciless hand, and at the same time deliver city services far beyond those of other similar cities.

Dr. Vernon will show how under Frank Hague Jersey Cityâ€s program to prevent juvenile delinquency was decades ahead of any other city and itâ€s program for public health care was ahead of even where our country stands today.

For more information and directions to the library please visit our web site at:

http://www.hudsoncountynjgenealogy.org/

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It is universally agreed that 1939 was the greatest year in the history of the American Cinema. The year saw the release of a number of movies which are today considered true Classics.

The Academy Award Ceremony for 1939 was held on February 29, 1940 and was hosted by Bob Hope. The nominees for Best Picture were: 

The Wizard of Oz

Wuthering Heights

Gone With the Wind

Goodbye, Mr. Chips

Mr. Smith Goes to Washington

Dark Victory

Ninotchka

Love Affair

Stagecoach

Of Mice And Men

Bring the name of the winner for Best Picture that evening to the Hudson County Genealogical Societyâ€s “Meet the Greatest Generation” event on April 14 at the Secaucus Public Library at 11 am and win a slice of their famous “Census Cake”.

The event will feature a talk, “Counting Heads – The History of the Census and How to Use it to Unlock Your Family History”; live 1940 Music preformed by Mark Wright; free “Census Cake” and coffee; and access to the media center with fourteen workstations where they will show you tips to find your 1940 families.

Admission is Free but space for the media center session is limited. Advance registration is suggested if you would like to take part in the media center research portion of the program.

Register online today at: hudsoncounty1940census.eventbrite.com

There is still plenty of room.

All persons submitting an incorrect answer to our question will receive a consolation prize of a free slice of “Census Cake”.

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