The First World War sent 150 young men from here into the armed services, three of whom were killed. In the Second World War 44 lost their lives, and about 1642 served. Their names may be read in the Memorial Book in the Library.

As the Township grew, responsibilities broad- ened-police and fire protection, utilities, and civic care for the needy were provided. The present busy library grew out of many fruitless struggles to provide one. The first bank was opened in 1907. Today there are four including one Savings & Loan.

Taylor Park and White Oak Ridge Park, with adiunctive facilities, and the South Mountain Reservation provide recreational needs. The Cora Hartshorn Arboretum and Bird Sanctuary is a nature center. Four garden clubs, two golf clubs, many social, cultural, philanthropic, educational, and civic groups cater to a wide range of needs and interests.

An active theatre, the Papermill Playhouse, is open most of the year. The Millburn-Short Hills Item devotes its weekly issues entirely to community news and interests.

Recent years have seen the building of branches of fine city stores on Millburn Avenue and at the Short Hills Mall, and several insurance companies have moved here, but no large industries are located here.