The Ridgefield fountain after the 2000 or 2001 restoration
Contributed Photo / Contributed PhotoThe following are a list of events that took place in Ridgefield over the last four centuries on July 30:
July 30, 1887 — Joshua I. King, a leading citizen and businessman in town for many decades, dies at the age of 85. The Press calls him a “living landmark.” He is the son of General Joshua King, Revolutionary War officer who lead Major John Andre to the gallows. [See Aug. 13, 1839.]
July 30, 1922 - St. Mary’s marks the 25th anniversary of the dedication of its church.
July 30, 1956 - Enrollments are growing fast, and the school board learns that remodeling the East Ridge School and an addition to Veterans Park will cost the town $1.2 million.
July 30, 1985 — The new $1.6-million Route 7 sewer plant goes online.
The following excerpts can be found at “A Ridgefield Timeline” on RidgefieldHistory.com.
The Press will be continue piling such lists throughout the summer and into the fall. Please email news@theridgefieldpress.com with any suggestions or feedback.