Embedded Files
Edward D. Easton (1856-1915) was a notable figure in American technological history. He started out as a reporter and court stenographer in Washington DC covering many famous trials. After the 1886 patent was granted for the engraving of sound by incising wax cylinders, Easton went on to make his fortune in the recording industry as a founder and eventually president of the Columbia Phonograph Company, one of the three major recording companies at the turn of the twentieth century.
Edward D. Easton (1856-1915) was a notable figure in American technological history. He started out as a reporter and court stenographer in Washington DC covering many famous trials. After the 1886 patent was granted for the engraving of sound by incising wax cylinders, Easton went on to make his fortune in the recording industry as a founder and eventually president of the Columbia Phonograph Company, one of the three major recording companies at the turn of the twentieth century.
Easton relocated his family to Arcola and commissioned the design of a landscaped park. The tower, built near the site of the old Red Mill, was a functioning structure pumping water to several fountains on the property. It was a favorite place of photographers and images appeared on many contemporary postcards. People came from miles around to take boat rides and walks, and, in the winter to ice-skate near the tower. Sources also list the Easton house and park as having been used in early silent films when the movie industry was in Fort Lee.
Easton relocated his family to Arcola and commissioned the design of a landscaped park. The tower, built near the site of the old Red Mill, was a functioning structure pumping water to several fountains on the property. It was a favorite place of photographers and images appeared on many contemporary postcards. People came from miles around to take boat rides and walks, and, in the winter to ice-skate near the tower. Sources also list the Easton house and park as having been used in early silent films when the movie industry was in Fort Lee.
Easton Estate - On Saddle River Road overlooking the water tower
and River.
Building a new bridge
Kester Family skating at "Red Mill" - Circa 1935- Courtesy of Nancy Kester
Circa 1921, The Easton Mansion was converted into the ARCOLA MANOR Restaurant. Popular for Dining, Dancing and Entertainment. Fire on October 3, 1938 completely destroyed the structure.
Page updated
Google Sites
Report abuse