This tract was later transferred to Israel Williams. Somewhere between 17 Richard Penn recorded a deed covering what is now Williamstown. It is thought that the “Evil Ghosts” referred to the numerous mosquitoes found in the area. The first settlement now known as Williamstown was called “Squankum”, an Indian name meaning, “Place of Evil Ghosts”. Little opposition was given the white man when he settled here. The Lenni-Lenape Indians, a member of the Delaware Tribe, hunted the woods and fished the streams in early times. Present population is approximately 36,129. Williamstown is surrounded by Cecil, Cross Keys, Downer, New Brooklyn, Robanna and Victory Lakes. The area is drained on the east by Four Mile Branch and Squankum Branch of the Great Egg Harbor River, on the south by Whitehall and Hospitality Branches and Scotland Run. Early history refers to this as one of the “pine townships” because of the abundance of pine timber in the area. Monroe Township is located in the northeast corner of Gloucester County. The township of Monroe was formed in March of 1859 at which time Williamstown was designated as a place of elections and town meetings. Conveniently located close to shopping, restaurants, and major roadways.Monroe Township is in fact a Bicentennial Community. Living in the community you have a pool, playground, and tennis courts. There is an oversized 2 car garage with direct entry. The finished basement offers additional living space and storage area for all your needs. The 3 additional bedrooms are all spacious. The second floor has a main ensuite with a tray ceiling, walk-in closet, additional closet, sitting area, and a fully tiled bathroom with double sinks, Jacuzzi, and stall shower. You also have main floor laundry and a powder room. The kitchen has upgraded cabinetry with under-mount lighting, granite counters, and a pantry. Enter into the main level with a living room, dining room with upgraded hardwood flooring, recessed lighting, and chair rail. Fantastic corner location in the much sought-after Monroe Manor community!! Welcome to this light and bright open floor plan in a 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home on a premium lot offering both a backyard and a side yard.
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