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The History of the Bottling Industry of Central New Jersey, 1840 Through Prohibition

In this online event, artist, photographer, collector, and enthusiast Jerry Pevahouse will talk about local bottling and brewing businesses in New Jersey and the Hopewell region. The history of bottling includes the history of New Jersey immigration and the contributions of early German, Irish, Italian, Eastern European and Jewish immigrants. Jerry will also discuss the bottling business itself and its evolution over a hundred-year period from a low-tech to a high-tech industry. Co-sponsored by the Hopewell Valley Historical Society and The Hopewell Museum with the Hopewell Branch of the Mercer County Library​. Online webinar via GotoMeeting. Registration required at the following link: Bottling Industry of Central New Jersey.