Stites-Lander Townhouse

Circa 1835

Originally occupied by William Stites, Phillipsburg tailor. Later the home of prominent resident John Lander (b.1798-1889) who was co-founder of the Warren Iron Foundry (1856) and the Town Postmaster. Hailed "the oldest living postmaster" in 1882. This Federal-style townhouse was remodeled (1875) in Italianate grandeur. Last law office of State Sen. Wayne Dumont.

Marker is on South Main Street near Elizabeth Street, on the right when traveling south.

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