Read the history of Boonton, NJ from 1860 to 1880 (with pre-1860 historical data).
In this time period the Boonton Fire Department was established.
During the 1920s semi-pro football came to Boonton Township.
During the 1930s the George Washington Bi-Centennial Tree was planted.
Like the rest of the U.S., Boon, NJ was affected by World World II in the 1940s.
The Riverside Hospital opening in 1955 was one of the highlights of Boonton, NJ in the 1950s.
In the 1960s, Boonton celebrated its 100th anniversary.
