In 1900, the town of Old Boonton was demolished in order to be turned into a reservoir for Jersey City. While the legends of a "whole town underwater" are just myths, the actual history of displaced persons, shady business practices, thalassophobia, and dangerous work are very much real.

In 1900, the town of Old Boonton was demolished in order to be turned into a reservoir for Jersey City. While the legends of a "whole town underwater" are just myths, the actual history of displaced persons, shady business practices, thalassophobia, and dangerous work are very much real.

The Flooded Town and the Drowned Man

On Words and Coffee, we talk about interesting history of the Garden State and showcase a small batch coffee roaster. Topics include: true crime, industrial accidents, roadside oddities, local heroes and villains, and general interest.

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On Words and Coffee, we talk about interesting history of the Garden State and showcase a small batch coffee roaster. Topics include: true crime, industrial accidents, roadside oddities, local heroes and villains, and general interest.

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