16 10 894 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource People People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Birth Date 1903-12-16 Birthplace Brockton, Massachusetts, USA Death Date 1988-12-28 Occupation Teacher Educator Source of File Attached McLaren, James. "Constance Chilton, educator." The Record, 1 Jan. 1989, p. A-33. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Chilton, Constance (1903-1988) Subject The topic of the resource Schools Description An account of the resource Constance Chilton was an educator. She graduated from Smith College in 1926. She went to school with Elisabeth Reeve Morrow Morgan. Together they founded the Little School, now named the Elisabeth Morrow School in Englewood. She graduated from Columbia University Teacher's College in 1943. She retired from teaching in 1981. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived "Constance Chilton in the New Jersey, U.S., Death Index, 1848-1878, 1901-2017." Ancestry. McLaren, James. "Constance Chilton, educator." The Record, 1 Jan. 1989, p. A-33. Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Ludder, Rachelle Education People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Chilton, Doris Description An account of the resource DMHS Gym teacher https://archive.englewoodmakeshistory.org/files/original/33eaff4599c32d09d4ea9a9ef600e68a.jpg a1328591f49a1432c2cd120c0e2febd3 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Organizations and Institutions Places A fixed location. Metadata for a place provides descriptive information that is the basis of discovery of the creation, purpose, and agents associated with a place. Type of Institution Religious Source of File Attached Ann, Cheryl. "Church of God in Christ." Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Church of God in Christ Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived “<a href="https://business.nnjchamber.com/list/member/englewood-church-of-god-in-christ-1866.htm">Englewood Church of God in Christ</a>.” North New Jersey Chamber of Commerce, 29 July 2019. Subject The topic of the resource Religion, Christianity Description An account of the resource The Church of God in Christ is a Christian church in Englewood. The church has had numerous spiritual leaders including Reverand C.C. Chapman. Steven Schwartz is one of the most recent pastors. One of the church's structures was created on October 18, 1934. Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Colman, David Ludder, Rachelle https://archive.englewoodmakeshistory.org/files/original/19a3f8d74eec6a93c1601d95c124a103.png 8733abd93e6f4b33b2c5b23013fb4f92 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Music Organizations and Institutions A group of individuals cooperating under similar beliefs to reach an agreed-upon goal. Metadata for organizations and institutions provides information for the basis of an investigation into the creation, purpose, beliefs, and actors involved in an organization and institution. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Circuit Breakers Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Photograph, Penny Colman. https://archive.englewoodmakeshistory.org/files/original/a00dba565c9e875f1960326a4a7874e1.jpg e46053b12832ce8ce47ba44cd98bfb31 Organizations and Institutions A group of individuals cooperating under similar beliefs to reach an agreed-upon goal. Metadata for organizations and institutions provides information for the basis of an investigation into the creation, purpose, beliefs, and actors involved in an organization and institution. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Civic League of Englewood https://archive.englewoodmakeshistory.org/files/original/2787e66b73d4533e919f3d7c009e60e3.jpg 662a9a00121edc125206f4b4fe3da014 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Music People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Clark, Betty Description An account of the resource Betty Clark of Englewood, New Jersey, became widely known in the late 1940s and early 1950s as a talented young soprano whose determination and musical gifts captured national attention. Despite losing her sight at an early age, she built an impressive career as a radio performer and public entertainer while still a child. Betty lost her vision after developing glaucoma during infancy. By the age of three, she was completely blind. Her mother, Kathryn Clark, played a crucial role in her early development, helping her learn about the world through touch, sound, and memory. Betty later learned to read Braille through training at the New York Association for the Blind, gaining the skills that allowed her to pursue both education and music. Music became Betty’s greatest passion. She began performing on children’s radio programs and, within a few years, advanced to hosting her own nationally broadcast radio show—an extraordinary achievement for someone so young. Her clear soprano voice attracted listeners across the country, and she practiced diligently, often devoting several hours each day to vocal training. Teachers and musicians who worked with her believed she had the potential to become a professional concert singer. While singing remained central to her life, Betty also demonstrated remarkable independence in other areas. She attended school alongside sighted classmates and achieved strong academic results. She learned to enjoy activities common to children her age, including swimming, dancing, and even roller skating, which she pursued with enthusiasm despite her blindness. Betty’s talents brought her into the public spotlight. She performed in theaters across the eastern United States and participated in charity programs that supported hospitals, veterans, and humanitarian causes. Her voice was featured on international broadcasts, including programs heard overseas. She also appeared at community events and benefits, helping raise funds for charitable organizations. Her accomplishments earned numerous honors and public recognition. She received awards for her contributions to charitable work and for inspiring people living with disabilities. Civic and veterans’ groups praised her perseverance and the positive example she provided to audiences throughout the country. Throughout her youth, Betty Clark remained closely connected to Englewood, where she lived with her family on Beverly Road. Residents of the city took pride in her achievements, viewing her as an example of determination and talent emerging from their community. Betty Clark’s story reflects the power of resilience, family support, and dedication to craft. As a young performer who overcame blindness to achieve national recognition, she became an inspiration not only to people with disabilities but to audiences everywhere who heard her sing. “Girl Overcame Loss of Sight; Betty Clark, 13, Has Her Own Radio Show.” The Record (Hackensack, NJ), 1949. “Blind Soprano with Own Show Likes Skating.” The Kalamazoo Gazette (Kalamazoo, MI), July 17, 1949. “The Will to Do: Blindness No Handicap to Singing Star Betty Clark.” The Grand Rapids Press (Grand Rapids, MI), July 16, 1949. “Honors to Betty.” The Record (Hackensack, NJ), April 27, 1949. “Art Show at C.Y.C. to Launch Drive to Aid Rome’s Homeless.” The Record (Hackensack, NJ), 1949. “Youthful Star.” The Herald Statesman (Yonkers, NY), February 20, 1951. “Catholic War Vets Honor Miss Clark: Award Medal to Singer for Work Done With Ill Veterans.” The Record (Hackensack, NJ), April 3, 1951. “Tombola Guest — Betty Clark.” The Record (Hackensack, NJ), October 10, 1949. People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Clark, Joseph M. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource People People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Birth Date 1903? Birthplace Tenafly, New Jersey, USA Death Date 1974-11-04 Occupation Politician Government Official Engineer Businessman Source of File Attached "W. Gerould Clark, 71." The Record, 6 Nov. 1974, p.C-15. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Clark, W. Gerould, Jr. (1903?-1974) Subject The topic of the resource Politics, Englewood Description An account of the resource W. Gerould Clark Jr. was the mayor of Englewood from 1954-1955. He also was a city councilman and president of the Common Council from 1948 to 1953. Before his involvement in politics, he was a civil engineer for the Erie Railroad. He eventually owned W. Gerould Clark Inc., a realtor company. He married Helen Mary Goodman. He had two sons, W. Gerould III and William. "W. Gerould Clark, 71." The Record, 6 Nov. 1974, p.C-15. Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Ludder, Rachelle People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Clephane, Sarah https://archive.englewoodmakeshistory.org/files/original/e8c40de2780ce42f30b06ec553b041b3.jpeg 732e65b1c0f410a0cd1a8ae786943ee4 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Organizations and Institutions Places A fixed location. Metadata for a place provides descriptive information that is the basis of discovery of the creation, purpose, and agents associated with a place. Date Started 1910 Type of Institution Educational Source of File Attached Beuscher, Kristin. “<a href="https://thepressgroup.net/this-week-in-local-history-an-englewood-april-fools-prank-that-went-too-far/">This Week in Local History: An Englewood April Fool’s Prank That Went Too Far.</a>” Pascack Press & Northern Valley Press, 1 Apr. 2019. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Dr. Leroy McCloud Elementary School Cleveland Elementary School Subject The topic of the resource Schools Schools, Public Description An account of the resource The Cleveland Elementary School was created in 1910. It taught grades kindergarten through six. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived “<a href="http://www.usnews.com/education/k12/new-jersey/dr-leroy-mccloud-elementary-school-277647">Dr. Leroy Mccloud Elementary School in New Jersey</a>.” U.S. News. <div></div> Beuscher, Kristin. “<a href="https://thepressgroup.net/this-week-in-local-history-an-englewood-april-fools-prank-that-went-too-far/">This Week in Local History: An Englewood April Fool’s Prank That Went Too Far.</a>” Pascack Press & Northern Valley Press, 1 Apr. 2019. <div></div> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Colman, David Ludder, Rachelle Education