August 25, 1899
President William McKinley Talks About What the American Flag Means in Speech at Ocean Grove
On Friday, August 25, 1899, William McKinley, 25th president of the U.S., gave a speech at the Ocean Grove auditorium, following a presidential parade through the streets of Asbury Park. In his speech, about matters concerning the end of the
August 15, 1911
President Taft Speaks About the Horrors of war at Ocean Grove Auditorium
On Tuesday, August 15, 1911, U.S. President William Howard Taft gave a speech at the Ocean Grove auditorium. According to the Monmouth Democrat, "The president went into details on the horrors of war and the past policy of the United
September 4, 1931
The Curious Origin of the “Seven Presidents” of Monmouth County
Editor’s note: This research project owes much to three people who deserve acknowledgement: Janice Grace, Long Branch historian, Library Associate and History Room Manager of the Long Branch Free Public Library; Robert Waitt, president, Historical Society of Ocean Grove; and Randall
May 30, 1976
The Greatest Show in the History of The Stone Pony
Before May 30, 1976, Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes were local legends, but still relatively obscure on the national music scene. But on that date, Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes released their new album, “I Don't Want to