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Distinction: New Jersey is the largest chemical producing state (ergo the
highest amount of toxic waste), and it boasts the largest concentration of roads
(ergo the title of "Car Theft Capital Of The USA").
Geographic Oddity: New Jersey is the most densely populated state,
with 1000 people per square mile and every county in a Metropolitan Statistical Area.
However, its natural beauty earns it the nickname "Garden State," and it has more than
fifty resort cities, including Asbury Park, Seaside Heights, Wildwood, Atlantic Citythe
model for the game Monopoly.
Famous Native: Dave Thomas ~ father of Wendy & founder of Wendy's
Famous Small Town: Cape May [pop.2.8K] ~ oldest seashore resort in the country
Notable Landmarks:
Natural =
Great Falls
Man-Made =
Trump Taj Mahal
Favorite City Name: Loveladies
Something you might hear a Clammer say: "Fuh-getta-boutit."
Little Known Factoid: New Jersey is home to a legendary . . .
If I could live anywhere in New Jersey, it would be in Cape May Point, on Cape May, a ferry ride from Cape Henlopen, Delaware. |