On September 18, 1900 The (New Brunswick) Daily News carried an informative article simply entitled, "Leppert - M'Namara" (sic).
The subheadline then went on, "A Very Pretty Wedding Solemnized at the Sacred Heart Church."
The body of the article read as follows, "A very pretty and interesting wedding solemnized at the Sacred Heart Church on Sunday evening when Father Devine pronounced the words that made George Loppert and Miss Margaret MacNamara man and wife. Both young people are well known in New Brunswick and the wedding was attended by a large gathering of friends of the couple. The best man was William Leppert while tbe bride was attended by Miss Mary Leppert as maid ot honor. The bride's gown was a beautiful one, of white organdie, over white satin, while the maid of honor wore pink organdie over pink silk. The bridegroom is the proprietor of the well known club house, and is deservedly popular among a large circle of friends. The bride was the recipient of many presents that combined beauty with utility. Mr. and Mrs. Leppert went at once to their new home, where a house warming and reception were held last evening. This was a thoroughly delightful occasion. A large number of guests were present. The evening was very delightfully spent in music and dancing. A bountiful collation was served during the evening. Music was furnished by the Mueller Brothers. Messrs. William and Charles Leppert and Mrs. Mulford acted as ushers. The guests departed at an early hour this morning, after wishing Mr. and Mrs. Leppert a long and happy married life. Among the guests at the reception last evening were Mrs. A. Leppert, Freeholder and Mrs. Paul Leppert, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Matter, Mr. and Mrs. Buroes, Mr. and Mrs. J. Leppert, Mr. and Mrs. John Manley, Mr. and Mrs. Boyland, Mrs. Bradford, Mr. and Mrs. Gordon, Mr. and Mrs. F. Voght; Misses Cassie Manley, Mary and Nellie Leppert, Minnie White, Maggie Gordon, Cecelia Leppert; Messrs. Voorhees Cox, Charlen, William, Harry and Joseph Leppert, Mr. Moore, James Mauley. Those present from out of town were Mr. and Mrs. W. Kupsch, Misses Margaret, Maggie and Olive Kupsch, Mr. and Mrs. J. Kupsch. Mr. and Mrs. Hart, Mr. and Mrs. P. Farley, of Sayreville ; Mr. and Mrs. George Thorr, of Trenton.
This was one of those exciting finds that often happen in genealogy. I can relate two events from years ago. First when a young lad of 12 or 13 I got a newspaper route. My first week collecting one of my customers had written down how they were realted to me. Because of my age I put it in my pocket and now not sure what happened to it. Interestingly this customer lived on Kupsch Street, in Sayreville, New Jersey.
The second story was when a Mr. Joseph Kupsch explained to Mrs. Dorothy Leppert Stelmaszek how he was related to her. Again the details were lost to posterity.
So I knew the Kupsch family was related to the Leppert family, but even today (03/07/2019) I do not know the exact connection.
I just mentioned that customer who lived on Kupsch Street in Sayreville. There was one street between Kupsch Street and my then home on Dane Street, and that street ironically was named Hart Street.
For years I have speculated that this Hart family was somehow tied to Mary Hart, the wife of Aaron Leppert. I just never had the information to put it together. Still do not, but this article really got my attention today.
Not only were the Kupsch family guests at the wedding but so was a Mrs. Hart. And it informs us these guests were from Sayreville.
The exact connection remains elusive but now think the puzzle is coming together. Will keep everyone posted as this investigation continues.
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