Clinton Township Newsletter

2 1 a p r i l 2 0 2 6 l I f e , l o Y A l t Y A n d t h e p u r s u I t o f h A p p I n e s s A Series on the Vought Family of Revolutionary Hunterdon County By David Overaker, President, Board of Trustees, 1759 Vought House Part 1: Introduction: In 1759, Christopher Vought built an impressive stone farmhouse with decorative plaster ceilings and finely appointed rooms in what was then Lebanon Township (now Clinton Township) – a new home for his wife Cornelia and their young son John. The Vought family enjoyed more than ten years of peace and prosperity here. The farm grew to nearly 500 acres, and Christopher and son John gained positions of prominence in the community. John and his wife Mary welcomed their first child, Christiana, in September of 1773. Christopher and Cornelia were proud grandparents. Thomas Jones kept a tavern next door, where travelers along the great road from New Brunswick to Easton stopped for refreshment and shared news from distant towns. Jones' tavern was an important community center, where business was conducted and Township meetings were held. These neighbors, respected families and friends to each other, would soon find themselves on a collision course. After a decade of discord and protest over repeated attempts by Parliament to impose taxes on the American colonies, the Freeholders and residents of Hunterdon County met on July 8, 1774, at John Ringo's tavern in Amwell and unanimously adopted the 'Hunterdon Resolves'. The resolves expressed their dilemma: on one hand, they acknowledged their duty to 'bear faithful and true allegiance' to the King, and on the other, they asserted that it was their 'hereditary right' as English subjects to lawful representation through persons elected by them. A revolutionary sentiment was beginning to take root in Hunterdon County, but few could even contemplate separation from Great Britain. – Support the mission of the 1759 Vought House! Donate at: www.VoughtHouse.org or mail a check to: 1759 Vought House, P.O. Box 369, Annandale, NJ 08801. Combined, Anthony P. Kearns and Victor A. Rotolo have been serving the local community for over 60 years. Call Kearns Rotolo today 908.534.7900 to discuss any legal situation confronting you. Your half-hour consultation is free of charge! Their attorneys and staff are ready to serve your legal needs. Kearns Rotolo Law . 502 US 22 West, Lebanon, NJ 08833. www.KearnsRotoloLaw.com Working Together to Protect what's Important to You Criminal Law ~ Family Law ~ Personal Injury Municipal Court ~ DUI ~ Wills & Estates Tony Kearns Vic Rotolo 908-534-7900 M A I n t A I n I n g I n d e p e n d e n c e I n l A t e r Y e A r s Aging comes with its challenges; losing your independence doesn't have to be one of them. Paying attention to certain key elements in your life can help you age safely and independently. • Health – Taking care of your health – physical and mental – is essential to living independently. Regular exercise builds strength and improves balance, both of which help to prevent falls, a major source of injury for older adults. As for your mental health, things like learning a new skill, taking up a hobby, reading stimulates the mind. Sticking to a daily routine also helps you both physically and mentally by providing a sense of purpose and keeping you active. • Environment – Create a safe environment by modifying your home to decrease the likelihood of slipping and falling. Remove things like loose area rugs that can pose tripping hazards. Install grab bars and seats in your shower. Banish shadows with sufficient lighting and keep frequently used items within reach to avoid the need for stepstools and ladders. • Connection – Staying socially connected is important for both your health and your happiness. Make a point of visiting with friends and family. When you can't visit in person, schedule video chats. Expand your social circle by volunteering or joining groups in your community. Independence doesn't mean loneliness. Even independent people sometimes need help. Don't be afraid to ask for it. Create a network of friends, family, and neighbors you can count on when needed. Investigate community resources including local agencies on aging or church groups. Some offer meal deliveries, shopping assistance, lifts to appointments and the like. Embrace technology; get a medical alert system so you don't have to worry about those 'what if' moments. Getting help with daily tasks and having alternate plans in place for emergencies can keep you from getting overwhelmed, and will provide peace of mind as you enjoy your golden years. – Victor Rotolo Combined, Anthony P. Kearns and Victor A. Rotolo have been serving the local community for over 60 years. Call Kearns Rotolo today 908.534.7900 to discuss any legal situation confronting you. Your half-hour consultation is free of charge! Their attorneys and staff are ready to serve your legal needs. Kearns Rotolo Law . 502 US 22 West, Lebanon, NJ 08833. www.KearnsRotoloLaw.com "Wisdom cannot be imparted. Wisdom that a wise man aempts to impart always sounds like foolishness to someone else ... Knowledge can be communicated, but not wisdom. One can find it, live it, do wonders through it, but one cannot communicate and teach it." ~ Hermann Hesse, Siddhartha "Before you embark on a journey of revenge, dig two graves." ~ Confucius

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