Charles C. Mase

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Charles C. Mase

Source: History Morris County New Jersey, Volume II, Lewis Publishing Co., 1914

One of the substantial businesses at Dover is that conducted by Charles C. MASE, who is employing his own skill and management, and the services of a staff of capable workmen in filling a large number of contracts for general roofing. He has been in this line of industry for a number of years, knows all the details from experience, is familiar with all the sources of supply and methods of construction, and enjoys the reputation of being thoroughly reliable. Mr. MASE keeps a force of about six men employed throughout the year.

Charles C. MASE was born at Dover, New Jersey, June 1, 1872, son of Nathaniel H. and Sarah A. (KING) MASE. His father was born in New Jersey and his mother in Connecticut. His father was also a general contractor, and later operated a saw mill, and engaged in timber dealing. There were only two children, Charles C. and a brother William, the latter being now deceased.

Charles C. MASE attended the only school that existed in Dover in his boyhood, and his advantages were discontinued in that direction when he was about fifteen years of age. On leaving school he stated to learn the trade of machinist, and worked at that steadily until 1895. He engaged in that year in his present line, and in a few years was an independent and very successful operator. In July, 1892, he married Miss Jennie M. CRAMPTON, a native of Newark, New Jersey, and a daughter of John and Winifred (SWEENEY) CRAMPTON, her father a machinist. Children of John CRAMPTON: William D.; Ida, wife of Hezekiah WEAVER; Jennie M.; Marshall, deceased; Elizabeth, wife of William CRAIG; Sibella, wife of William LUNDY, Mortimer, and Leon. Mr. MASE's grandparents on the paternal side were John G. and Amy (HOPPING) MASE, and on the mother's side were Charles and Sarah Ann (COOPER) KING.

In local civic and social affairs Mr. MASE had borne a prominent part for a number of years. He is a Progressive Republican, served in the office of justice of the peace for one term, was constable eight years, and a member of the local police force for six years. He is a member of an engine company in the city fire department. His fraternal affiliations are with the Loyal Order of Moose, the Grand Fraternity, and Sons of Veterans, and he and his family attend the Episcopal church.