Jennie Bosschieter facts for kids
Jennie Bosschieter (born 1883, died 1900) was a young woman. She passed away in Paterson, New Jersey, on October 19, 1900. Her story was shared across the country. Many people felt sad about what happened.
Jennie's Early Life
Martijntje "Jennie" Bosschieter was born on April 21, 1883. Her birthplace was the village of Melissant. This village is in South Holland, in the Netherlands. She was the second daughter of Johannis "John" Bosschieter and Dina Kaslander Bosschieter.
Jennie had seven brothers and sisters. Their names were Susan, Gabriel, Joseph, John, Cora, Martin, and Lena. She also had three half-siblings: Aart, Leonard, and Aggie. When Jennie was seven years old, her family moved to America. They settled in Paterson, New Jersey around 1890. At the time of her death, she lived with her parents. Their home was at 155 East Fifth Street. This area is known as the Riverside section. Jennie worked at the Paterson Ribbon Company.
Remembering Jennie
Jennie's story was in newspapers all over the country. News about her was shared for many months. People remembered her and what happened.
People Connected to the Event
Newspapers at the time described the people involved. They were not "wild boys." Instead, they were old enough to understand their actions. They were also described as "men of families well known and respected in Paterson."
- George J. Kerr was the son of Hugh Kerr. He was also the brother of Judge John F. Kerr. His brother-in-law was John Hinchliffe, who was the Mayor of Paterson. George was married and had grown daughters.
- Walter C. McAlister was a junior partner in a silk company.
- Andrew J. Campbell was born in 1875.
- William A. Death had served in the Spanish–American War. He was married just a few weeks before the incident.
Other People Involved
- Marinus Gary found Jennie. He worked for Alyea Brothers feed mill.
- Augustus Sculthorp was the carriage driver.
- Vroom was the coroner.
- Graul was the chief of police.
- Christopher Saal owned a saloon.
- Judge Dixon was the judge who heard the case.
- Joseph Bosschieter (born 1884) was Jennie's brother. He was born in the Netherlands.
- Susan Bosschieter (born 1881) was Jennie's sister. She was also born in the Netherlands.
