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1800’s

The Harvey Cedars Bible Conference – The last of the Grand Hotels on Long Beach Island.

Published February 3, 2018 | By Christopher G Mendla

The Harvey Cedars Bible Conference was formerly the Harvey Cedars Hotel.

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Books about Long Beach Island By John Bailey Lloyd

Published January 8, 2018 | By Christopher G Mendla

John Bailey Lloyd was a historian who documented much of Long Beach Island’s early history. I had the pleasure of listening to one of his presentations at the Spray Beach Yacht Club. He was a fascinating speaker and had a genuine love for the history of LBI.

Mr. Lloyd passed away a few years ago. However, he left a legacy of books that provide a look into the past.

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The Engleside Hotel, Late 1800’s, Beach Haven, New Jersey

Published December 27, 2017 | By Christopher G Mendla

The Engleside Hotel, Late 1800’s, Beach Haven, New Jersey

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The Parry House in Beach Haven

Published December 27, 2017 | By Christopher G Mendla

The Parry House was one of the earlier hotels on Long Beach Island. Bonds Long Beach House preceded it. It was a 200 bed hotel.

The engraving above is from a collection at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s library.

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