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Brann, Henry Athanasius (1837-1921)
Henry Athanasius Brann was a Catholic priest, rector, educator, writer, and church builder whose long career bridged Ireland, Rome, New York, and northern New Jersey during the second half of the nineteenth century and the early twentieth. His life and ministry reflected the… -
Brennon, William E. (1936-2008)
Known as "Mr.B," William Brennon was the owner of the popular Brennon's Barber Shop. His wife was Carol E. Taylor. He had five children. -
Brennon's Barber Shop
Brennon's Barber Shop was created by William E. Brennon. He opened in 1962. The shop became a community hub for African American men from towns in the nearby vicinity. -
Brinckerhoff, Henry Morton
invented the third rail used in subway systems. -
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Bristow, Priscilla
Priscilla and her husband John C. Bristow emerged as central figures in the organized recruitment of Black domestic workers from the South, beginning around 1903. At the request of Englewood’s white, wealthy residents, the Bristows arranged for Black workers—primarily from South… -
Brooklyn Boys' Work Council
The Brooklyn Boys' Work Council was an organization that worked to help boys direct their future toward "the proper channels." The organization connected organizations that worked with young men such as city churches. Some of the organization's efforts went toward goals, such as… -
Brooklyn Boys' Work Council Conference (1926)
The Brooklyn Boys' Work Council sponsored a conference from February 20th to the 21st in Englewood, New Jersey. It was held in the First Baptist Church of Englewood.