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390:, August 6, 2000. Accessed August 24, 2022. "Founded in 1871 by James Brady , a visionary developer who also began neighboring Ocean Grove, Asbury Park was designed to be the premier resort destination on the Jersey Shore, with avenues 100 to 200 feet wide, two lakes and a mile-long oceanfront boardwalk."
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