Morristown (hamlet), New York facts for kids
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Morristown, New York
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 Morristown (hamlet), New York
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | St. Lawrence |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.02 sq mi (2.65 km2) |
| • Land | 0.98 sq mi (2.54 km2) |
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.10 km2) |
| Elevation | 289 ft (88 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 395 |
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377 |
| • Density | 383.91/sq mi (148.22/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| FIPS code | 36-48571 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0976680 |
Morristown is a small community, called a hamlet, located right by the Saint Lawrence River in St. Lawrence County, New York. It used to be a village but isn't anymore. In 2010, about 395 people lived here. The community got its name from Gouverneur Morris, an important person in American history.
Morristown is on the northern edge of the larger Town of Morristown. It is also near Gouverneur. Southwest of the community, you can find Jacques Cartier State Park. The Morristown Central School serves the students in the area.
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A Look at Morristown's Past
The first people started settling in the Morristown area around 1804. However, the village itself wasn't truly established until 1808.
Morristown and the War of 1812
During the early days of the War of 1812, a naval battle happened right on the river near the village. Two warships fought each other in this important event.
Early Industry and Buildings
Because there wasn't much water power available, early mills in Morristown used a windmill in 1825. Later, a mill powered by steam was built. Several historic buildings in Morristown are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These include the Land Office, the Jacob Ford House, and the McConnell's Windmill. Other important sites are the Samuel Stocking House, the Paschal Miller House, the Morristown Schoolhouse, the United Methodist Church, and Wright's Stone Store.
Becoming a Hamlet Again
On June 27, 2018, the people living in the village of Morristown voted to dissolve it. This means they decided it would no longer be a village. The vote was 130 in favor and 47 against. This change officially happened on December 31, 2019, making Morristown a hamlet once more.
Important People from Morristown
- William H. Comstock: He was known for making patent medicines, like the famous Dr. Morse's Indian Root Pills.
- William H. 'Willie' Johnston: He was the youngest person ever to win the Medal of Honor. Willie was born and lived in Morristown as a child. He later moved to Montreal, Canada, and then to Derby, Vermont. He joined the army on December 1, 1861, when he was only 11 years old. He was a drummer in the 3rd Vermont Infantry. During battles near Richmond in June 1862, many soldiers were retreating. Willie was the only drummer who managed to keep his drum kit. Because of this brave act, he had the honor of drumming for the next division parade on July 4, 1862. The Secretary of War, Stanton, personally gave him his Medal of Honor.
Who Was Gouverneur Morris?
Morristown is named after Gouverneur Morris. He was a very important person in early American history. He helped write and signed both the U.S. Constitution and the Declaration of Independence. Morris was a wealthy landowner who owned a large piece of land. This land stretched from Gouverneur, NY all the way to the St. Lawrence River, and it included the area where Morristown is located.
Where is Morristown?
Morristown is located on the south bank of the Saint Lawrence River. Across the river, you can see the city of Brockville in Canada. According to the United States Census Bureau, the village used to cover about 1.0 square mile (2.6 square kilometers). Most of this area was land (1.0 square mile or 2.5 square kilometers), with a small part being water (0.1 square mile or 0.1 square kilometers). The community was also north of where several main roads meet: New York State Route 12, New York State Route 37, and New York State Route 58.
Population Facts
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 397 | — | |
| 1890 | 472 | 18.9% | |
| 1900 | 466 | −1.3% | |
| 1910 | 540 | 15.9% | |
| 1920 | 489 | −9.4% | |
| 1930 | 505 | 3.3% | |
| 1940 | 540 | 6.9% | |
| 1950 | 546 | 1.1% | |
| 1960 | 541 | −0.9% | |
| 1970 | 532 | −1.7% | |
| 1980 | 461 | −13.3% | |
| 1990 | 490 | 6.3% | |
| 2000 | 456 | −6.9% | |
| 2010 | 395 | −13.4% | |
| 2020 | 398 | 0.8% | |
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In the year 2000, there were 456 people living in Morristown. These people lived in 180 households, and 117 of these were families. About 31.7% of the households had children under 18 living with them. The average household had about 2.47 people. The average family had about 3.01 people.
The population was spread out in terms of age. About 27.9% of the people were under 18 years old. About 13.6% were 65 years or older. The average age in the village was 37 years old.
Education in Morristown
The Morristown Central School District serves the community. This district provides education for the children living in the area.
See also
In Spanish: Morristown (villa) para niños
