Hurricane: Aftermath, November 24, 1950

Name/Title

Hurricane: Aftermath, November 24, 1950

Entry/Object ID

2022.254.001

Description

Photograph of John Broadfoot standing on a giant tree that was toppled during the massive Hurricane that hit Millburn November 24-25, 1950. The hurricane brought 100 mile/hour winds and, according to the Millburn-Short Hills Item, damaged every building in the township. Power and phone service was out for 80% of the township for at least a day. The photograph may have been taken near the Broadfoot home (123 Hobart Avenue).

Acquisition

Accession

2022.254

Acquisition Method

Found

Dimensions

Height

4-3/4 in

Width

6-3/4 in