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James Taylor Walling, son of Taylor W. and Mary (Wilson) Walling, was born in Keyport, in December, 1866, was reared and educated in his native place, and as a young man followed the tra- ditions of the family, taking up farming. But as time passed he grew interested in broader activi- ties, and has become widely prominent in the con- struction world of Monmouth county as a contrac- tor and builder. He also is a supporter of the Democratic party, although not a seeker after politi- cal prominence, and is a member of the Methodist Episcopal church. He married Mary White, who was born in Middletown township, New Jersey, a daughter of George W. White, a native of Middle- town, and Mary (Fallon) White, born in Brooklyn, New York.
William Taylor Walling, only child of James Tay- lor and Mary (White) Walling, was born in Raritan township, Monmouth county, New Jersey, February 25, 1889. Acquiring his elementary education at the public schools near his home, he was graduated from the Keyport High School in the class of 1906, then having made his choice of a profession, entered the dental department of the University of Penn- sylvania, and was graduated from that institution in the class of 1909. Dr. Walling passed the ex- aminations of the dental boards of three States, New York, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey, but has practiced continuously in Keyport since qualifying
for his profession. He is highly esteemed in Key- port and vicinity, and stands among the successful professional men of Monmouth county.
Widely known both professionally. and through his family connections, Dr. Walling has been brought forward in the public life of Raritan town- ship, of which Keyport is a part, and has for a number of years served the county in responsible offices. He was elected county assessor for Raritan township in 1917, and with the expiration of his term of service in 1920 was re-elected for a further term of three years. He has also served on the county executive committee of the Republican party for the past six years. Dr. Walling is a mem- ber of the C. M. Pearce Dental Society, and fra- ternally holds membership in the Zeta Chapter of the Xi Psi Phi fraternity. He is a member of the Junior Order of United American Mechanics, and of the Business Men's Club of Keyport, and at- tends the Methodist Episcopal church of Keyport. He keeps in touch with all advance, and gives cor- dial support to every progressive movement which is brought to his attention.
Dr. Walling married, in Keyport, July 28, 1909, Florence M. Woolley, who was born in Keyport, December 9, 1888, a daughter of William E. and Mary (Wedgwood) Woolley, her father being a member of the firm of J. & J. Elsworth Company. wholesale and retail dealers in oysters. Dr. and Mrs. Walling have two daughters and one son, as follows: Eleanor M., born September 10, 1911: Barbara E., born February 12, 1916; and William T., Jr., born August 23, 1919. The older children are now attending the schools of Keyport.
HARRY M. AUMACK-A lifelong resident of Keyport, and for a number of years in the Govern- ment employ, Harry M. Aumack is well known in this section of Monmouth county, and is well fitted for the work he is now handling in the field of in- surance. Mr. Aumack comes of an old family in the county, and is a grandson of William H. and Katherine (Bailey) Aumack. William H. Aumack was born in Raritan township, and followed farming throughout his lifetime, taking a deep interest in the public life of the community and supporting the Republican party. He was a member of the Bap- tist church. They were the parents of four chil- dren: Thomas, who died in the Civil War; Chris- tiana; Katherine; William Wilson. William Wilson Aumack was also a farmer by occupation, a Re- publican by political faith, and a member of the Baptist church. He married Harriet Lewis, daugh- ter of George and Harriet Lewis.
Harry M. Aumack, son of William Wilson and Harriet (Lewis) Aumack, was born in Raritan town- ship, New Jersey, November 12, 1888, and was edu- cated in the country schools and the Keyport High School. His first employment was in the United States postal service, as mail carrier, and he was thus engaged for a period of thirteen years. He then became identified with the grocery business as
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er of D. E. Mahoney's store in Keyport, after he entered the insurance business here, repre- [ the Prudential Insurance Company of ca, with home office at Newark. Mr. Aum- finding his own success in this field of en- , and is bearing a very practical part in the nic advance through his activities along this
is a Republican by political convictions, but only the citizen's part in public affairs. He ninent in fraternal circles. He is a member esarea Lodge, No. 64, Free and Accepted s, of Keyport, and is past master of this a member of the Independent Order of Odd 's, of the Order of United American Me- 3, and of the Benevolent and Protective Order ss, the last connection being with a Red odge. He has always been a member of the t church.
Aumack married, January 1, 1914, in Key- da L. Sandman, born February 20, 1891, in rt, daughter of Charles H. and Phoebe (Os- Sandman. Her father was for years em- by the Jersey Central Traction Company. id Mrs. Aumack have one son, Leroy Close, October 28, 1914, and now a pupil in the .t schools.
BERT T. VAN MATER-Succeeding to the ss followed by his father for many years leyport, Gilbert T. Van Mater has succeeded calling, and is one of the substanial men of immunity. He is a son of William and Mar- A. (Wallace) Van Mater, grandson of Gilbert rah (Taylor) Van Mater, and great-grandson lliam and Mary (Hendrickson) Van Mater. in Maters came to New Jersey from Holland, : large land owners in Monmouth county, and in Colonial, Revolutionary and later wars in the United States has engaged. On his mother's side Mr. Van Mater descends from d Taylor, who came from London, England, ttled in Middletown, Monmouth county, New . in 1692. Edward Taylor was a descendant Norman Baron Taillefer, who came to Eng- ith the Conqueror, in 1066. The family were eated in Kent, England, from whence came d Taylor, the American ancestor of Sarah who married Gilbert Van Mater. She was the thirteen children of Joseph and Martha tt) Taylor, whose home was at the foot of rs Hill, Monmouth county, New Jersey, Joseph Taylor died in 1836, his wife in 1856. iam Van Mater, son of Gilbert and Sarah r) Van Mater, was born at the home farm itan township, Monmouth county, near Key- Tew Jersey, February 17, 1840, and later be- he owner of that farm. He was educated in blic schools of the district, and early became her's farm assistant. Upon the death of Gil- 'an Mater, September 6, 1881, William, his herited the farm and there continued a pros-
perous farmer, fruit and vegetable gardener until his retirement. In politics Mr. Van Mater is a Republican, a member of the Baptist church, was school trustee many years, and is a man of public spirit. Mr. Van Mater married, December 13, 1876, Margaret A. Wallace, born in Raritan township, Monmouth county, New Jersey, July 6, 1851, daugh- ter of William and Mary E. (Cottrell) Wallace, both of old county families. To Mr. and Mrs. Van Mater one son was born, Gilbert T., of further mention.
Gilbert T. Van Mater, only son of William and Margaret A. (Wallace) Van Mater, was born on the home farm in Raritan township, Monmouth county, New Jersey, February 18, 1881. He com- pleted the courses of Keyport public schools with graduation, then completed his studies with a com- mercial course at Coleman's Business College, New- ark, New Jersey.
ARTHUR FRANKLIN COTTRELL-Not only prominent in business circles in Asbury Park, but also a leading figure in public affairs which con- cern the welfare and advancement of his city, Ar- thur Franklin Cottrell is well known and justly counted one of the representative men of Asbury Park. His energy, perseverance and capable man- agement have secured him advancement in the business world, and he has also gained distinction as one who is devoted to the public good. -
William C. Cottrell, father of Arthur Franklin Cottrell, was born near Freehold, Monmouth county, New Jersey, October 10, 1858, and died in Asbury Park, New Jersey, July 6, 1917. He was the son of Job and Eliza Cottrell, respected resi- dents of that community. The education of the boy, William C., was secured in the public schools of his native place, and later supplemented by his apprenticeship to the profession which he made his life work. At the age of seventeen years he se- cured employment in the office of Hon. Austin H. Patterson, a well known architect and builder in Freehold, and under the excellent tutorship of his employer, Mr. Cottrell acquired a thorough prac- tical knowledge of designing and construction, and ten years later entered into business on his own ac- count in Asbury Park. For eleven years he fol- lowed both designing and construction; but in 1896 he abandoned the latter branch to devote his at- tention solely to the work of an architect. Among the many beautiful and substantial edifices of his design are the Columbia Hotel, the First Congre- gational Church and the First Methodist Episcopal Church, all of Asbury Park; also the First Meth- odist Episcopal Church at Atlantic Highlands, and the First Methodist Episcopal Church at Bradley Beach. He also gave considerable attention to in- venting, and on November 22, 1900, he patented the Cottrell ball-bearing trolley wheel. Claim 1. A wheel comprising inner and outer sections, indepen- dently revolvable, and annular plates secured to the side faces of one section and projecting beyond
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the same into engagement with the side faces of the other section to hold the two sections engaged, said plates having annular projectings extending inwardly between the sections of the wheel to form a bearing surface for the one upon the other. Claim 2. A wheel comprising inner and outer sec- tions, independently revolvable, annular plates se- cured to the side faces of one section and project- ing beyond the same into engagement with the side faces of the other sections to hold the two sections engaged, said plates having annular projections ex- tending inwardly between the sections to form a bearing surface, and bearing balls arranged to run on said surface. William C. Cottrell was a member of the Board of Trade of Asbury Park, of the Order of United American Mechanics, and of the Knights of Pythias. He was a Republican in politics, but in no sense of the word an office-seeker.
On March 18, 1878, William C. Cottrell was mar- ried to Florence A. Hampton, daughter of John Hampton, of Farmingdale, New Jersey. To them were born the following children: Arthur Frank- lin, of further mention; Walter P .; Helen. The life of William C. Cottrell was one of activity and use- fulness, his word was as good as his bond, his name was a synonym of honor, and when he passed away the community mourned the loss of one of its most valued and exemplary citizens.
Arthur Franklin Cottrell, son of William C. and Florence A. (Hampton) Cottrell, was born in Farm- ingdale, New Jersey, September 8, 1879. After completing his studies in the grammar schools at Seabright, he came to Asbury Park and' here enter- ed the local high school, subsequently finishing with graduation. He then became associated with his father in business, continuing until the latter's death, when he took the entire charge of the business and has thus continued up to the present time. Among the monuments to his achievements are the North End Hotel, the Arcade, the Casino and the Summit Avenue Bathing Pavilion.
Not only as an architect has Mr. Cottrell become well known, but also as a leader in public affairs has his name gained prominence. The Asbury Park Baby Parade, of which he has been manager for many years, has become a national affair, its suc- cess being attributed entirely to his untiring de- votion and energy. He was also chairman of the Golden Anniversary Celebration of Asbury Park, which occurred in the year 1921. He is a member of the local Chamber of Commerce, and his name is identified with everything which has for its ob- ject community welfare and advancement.
At Asbury Park, New Jersey, Arthur Franklin Cottrell was united in marriage with Mabel B. Kirkbride, daughter of Samuel W. and Mary L. Kirkbride. Samuel W. Kirkbride was for many years a contractor and builder in Asbury Park; he was also prominent in politics, served in the State Legislature two terms, and for eight years was superintendent of the New Jersey State Prison. Mr. and Mrs. Cottrell have no children.
Arthur Franklin Cottrell is one of the men to whom years mean accomplishment, who count the passing of time by deeds not days. He is now in the prime of life, and his past promises a brilliant future. Cities like Asbury Park and men like him have the same motto-"Do."
DR. FRED CONOVER OGDEN-Among the younger members of the dental profession in Mon- mouth county, New Jersey, Dr. Ogden is taking a leading place. Having been trained in one of the leading educational institutions of the East, he is meeting with marked success in his chosen field of effort. Dr. Ogden is a member of an old Mon- mouth county family, his grandfather, Rufus Og- den, having been well known as a harness maker in a day now gone by. He was further a public-
spirited citizen, and Republican by political afilis- tion, and a member of the Methodist Episcopal church. He married, and was the father of thir- teen children, among them being: Grace; Jose- phine; Ella; Susan; Elizabeth; Albert; Gilbert; Harry; Rufus, of whom further; and Charles.
Rufus Ogden, the next to the youngest child of the above family, was for a number of years a resi- dent of Brooklyn, New York. He married Jane Elizabeth Smith, daughter of William Conover and Mary Smith, and they were the parents of two children: Dr. Ogden, whose name heads this re- view and Dorothy, now the wife of C. L. Garrison, of Keyport. The father died while still a young man, when the doctor was a child of two years.
Dr. Ogden was born in Brooklyn, New York, June 14, 1893. The family removing to Keyport in his infancy, he attended the schools of this com- munity as a child, and in due course was gradu- ated from the Keyport High School. Thereafter entering the University of Pennsylvania, he was graduated from the school of dentistry of that in- stitution in the class of 1914. Entering upon the practice of his profession at White Plains, New York, Dr. Ogden later came to Monmouth county, where he opened an office at Atlantic Highlands and a branch office at Keansburg, then settled per- manently at Keyport, where he is now engaged in the general practice of dentistry. He has made an auspicious beginning, and is considered one of the promising young professional men of this county.
By political choice Dr. Ogden is an Independent Democrat, and he has served for three years as a councilman in Keyport. He is a member of the National. State and County Dental societies; of the University of Pennsylvania Club of New York City, and of Red Bank Lodge, No. 233, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. His church affiliation is with the Methodist Episcopal denomination.
Dr. Ogden married, in Asbury Park, New Jer- sey, on November 25, 1916, Edna E. Cable, who was born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and is a daughter of W. F. Cable her father by occupation a wood carver. Dr. and Mrs. Ogden are the par- ents of one daughter, Frances Elizabeth, born May 18,'1919.
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JUDSON SHACKELTON HOPLA-In the busi- ness life of Monmouth county, New Jersey, Judson S. Hopla has for a number of years been active, and is now finding success in the retail coal and ice business at Matawan and Keyport. Mr. Hopla is a son of William Hopla, who was born in Cardiff, Wales, July 3, 1855, and came to this country in his youth. He is still living, and well known in the vicinity of Navesink Highlands as a successful butcher of that place. He married Jennie Kemp, May 16, 1883, who was born in Matawan, New Jer- sey, February 15, 1857, and died August 3, 1890.
Judson Shackelton Hopla, named after Dr. Jud- son Shackelton, of Matawan, a son of William and Jennie (Kemp) Hopla, was born in- Matawan, New Jersey, December 12, 1886. Receiving a practical education in the public schools of Keyport, Mr. Hopla, after completing his studies, worked in a brick-yard in the capacity of timekeeper for about one year, then becoming bookkeeper for the same concern, remained for two years in the latter capac- ity, continuing for two years further as engineer and master mechanic. At the end of the five years of service thus outlined he was made superinten- dent of the brick-yard, which position he held for a period of five and one-half years. Then resigning, Mr. Hopla, in 1915, became associated with Louis Stultz, of Keyport, in the coal and ice business, as bookkeeper, remaining with him for two years in that capacity, and for three years as superinten- dent. With this practical experience Mr. Hopla formed a partnership with Joseph Alterman, on June 1, 1921, and together they took over the coal business of W. A. Close, of Matawan, New Jersey, in which they are meeting with excellent success.
In various public interests Mr. Hopla keeps abreast of the time, and politically reserves the right to independent decisions. He is a member of the Royal Arcanum of Keyport, and has been a member of the Keyport Volunteer Fire Department for the past fifteen years, having been one of the original charter members of Eagle Hose Company No. 4; later transferred to Keyport Engine Company No. 1, being very active in same; through the untiring efforts of Mr. Hopla an American LaFrance Pump- ing Engine was purchased, at a cost exceeding $10,- 000 by the Keyport Engine Company No. 1, funds being raised through fairs, bazaars, etc., and same has been presented to the Borough of Keyport. He is also a member of the Keyport Social Club. The family attends the Methodist Episcopal church of Keyport, where they reside.
On October 28, 1907, Mr. Hopla married, at Key- port, New Jersey, Christine Mason, who was born there, March 15, 1889, and is a daughter of Mayor Samuel Frank Mason, who was born in Keyport, October 3, 1866, and is now a burgess of that bor- ough. Mrs. Hopla's mother, Bessie Christine (Guide) Mason, who was born December 10, 1870, is now deceased. Mr. and Mrs. Hopla are the parents of three children: Judson Elsworth, born January 21, 1909; Lloyd Melvin, born November 5, 1910; and
Bessie Christine, born June 5, 1914. All the chil- dren were born in Keyport, New Jersey.
GEORGE FRENCH WILSON, who is prominent in mercantile circles in Red Bank and vicinity, is a son of Wayman and Ida (Morrell) Wilson. His father is identified with the New Jersey Central rail- road, in the capacity of foreman, and is a supporter of the Republican party.
George F. Wilson was born in Red Bank, July 25, 1888. He received his early education in the pub- lic schools of that borough, and after covering the high school course at Red Bank, made practical preparations for his business career at Coleman's Business College, Newark. He first entered busi- ness in association with Senator Cromwell, ex- president of the borough of Staten Island, with whom he was connected for a period of nine years. In 1917 Mr. Wilson became identified with the F. H. Van Dorn Company, of Red Bank and Keyport, as secretary of the company, and manager of the Key- port branch store, and so continues.
In the public life of Red Bank Mr. Wilson has borne a part for the past few years. A supporter of the Democratic party, Mr. Wilson was elected councilman in 1917 for a term of three years. He ran for the office of mayor of Red Bank in 1921, but was defeated by a small majority by Arthur A. Patterson, the Republican candidate. During the World War Mr. Wilson was connected with the Department of Justice. Fraternally he is a mem- ber of the Junior Order of United American Me- chanics, the Free and Accepted Masons, the Ancient Arabic Order Nobles of the Mystic Shrine, and of the Masonic Benevolent Association. He is a mem- ber of the Methodist Episcopal church.
On July 18, 1908, Mr. Wilson married Ethel Brown Whiting, daughter of Henry and Phoebe (Augustus) Whiting, and they have two children, both born in Red Bank: Whilda Elizabeth, born in 1910; and George French, Jr., born in 1919.
MAURICE ARNOLD AARONSON, M. D .- One of the representative young men of the medical profession in Monmouth county, New Jersey, is Dr. Aaronson, of Long Branch, who specializes in chemical research work and also has a prosperous general practice. Dr. Aaronson is a son of Her- man A. and Leona Aaronson, his father being ac- tively engaged in business in Philadelphia. They are the parents of three children, two sons and one daughter.
Dr. Aaronson was born in Philadelphia, Pennsyl- vania, July 25, 1892, and received his early educa- tion in the grammar and high schools of his native city. He then entered the Medico-Chirurgical Col- lege, of Philadelphia, and after completing a course at this institution, entered the Post-Graduate School of the University of Pennsylvania, at Philadelphia, from which he was graduated in 1916, with the de- gree of Doctor of Medicine. Serving as interne at the Garritson and Samaritan Hospital of Philadel-
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phia for one year, Dr. Aaronson passed the State boards of both Pennsylvania and New Jersey in 1917, and for a time acted as medical examiner for the Midvale Steel Company, of Philadelphia. In October of 1917 Dr. Aaronson enlisted in the United States navy, and was commissioned junior lieuten- ant of the regular navy, and assigned to the naval training station at Hampton Roads, Virginia. There he was made assistant director of the medical laboratories, and later was made director. In Octo- ber, 1919, he was discharged from the active ser- vice, and commissioned lieutenant of the United States Medical Reserve Corps. Returning to Long Branch, Dr. Aaronson became pathologist at the Monmouth Memorial Hospital, filling that office for a period of one year, after which he opened the New Jersey Chemical Laboratory, where he has since done work for other physicians in connection with his own steadily growing practice.
Dr. Aaronson is a member of the American Medi- cal Association, of the New Jersey State Medical Society, and of the Monmouth County Medical Society, also of the Student Medical Society of the University of Pennsylvania. He is a member of the Free and Accepted Masons, of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, of the Improved Order of Red Men, and of the Order of B'rith Abraham.
On September 2, 1918, Dr. Aaronson married Sarah A. Shuwall, of Philadelphia, and they have one daughter, Dorris May.
MARTIN J. MOUNT-Among the enterprising business men of the Highlands, New Jersey, is Martin J. Mount, a native of this place. Since open- ing his garage in 1920 his trade has been increasing until it has reached its present large proportions, necessitating the enlarging of his place, which he is doing at the present time.
Richard Mount, father of Martin J. Mount, was born in Red Bank, New Jersey, the son of John T. Mount, who is a resident of Red Bank, and a Civil War veteran. John T. Mount married for the sec- ond time, at the age of eighty-four years. Richard Mount and his wife Anna were the parents of six children, three sons and three daughters.
Martin J. Mount, son of Richard and Anna Mount, was born in the Highlands, New Jersey, January 22, 1886. He attended the public schools of his native place, and graduated from the local high school with the class of 1902. Having in the meantime decided to enter into the automobile business, he subsequently went to Toledo, Ohio, where he secured work with the Pope Manufactur- ing Company and remained there until he was transferred to a branch of their factory in New York City, where he remained for two years, or until he entered into business on his own account. In 1920 he returned to his native place and opened his present establishment, which he has conducted most successfully up to the present time. It is in- teresting to note here that Mr. Mount was the me- chanic who rode in the first American car that ever
won money in the Vanderbilt Cup races. In poli- tics Mr. Mount is an Independent, and is not iden- tified with any particular party, preferring to re- main free from all party influence in casting his vote for a candidate. He belongs to the Profes- sional Engineers' Association of New York City, and in religion is a Roman Catholic.
On July 28, 1910, at Jersey City, New Jersey, Martin J. Mount was united in marriage with Mar- garet Feuer, a native of New York City, born Aug- ust 2, 1885. Mrs. Mount is the daughter of Edward and Nellie (Kelly) Feuer, the former a contractor of New York City. Mr. and Mrs. Mount are the parents of three children: Helen, born October 28, 1911; Richard, born in 1915; and Grace, born Feb- ruary 21, 1918.
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