The Historical Society of Princeton reshuffled its leadership during its annual meeting Jan. 20.
The meeting was highlighted by a talk by U.S. Rep. Rush Holt (D-12) on Einstein’s legacy.
Two of the Historical Society’s trustees rotated off the board: Dee Patberg, president for the past three years, and Marion Iacavazzi, assistant secretary.
Ms. Iacavazzi was praised for her management of some of the society’s most successful fund-raisers.
Remarking on her tenure as president, Ms. Patberg said the society has witnessed some major milestones during her term, including the purchase of the historic Updike Farm and the receipt of all of Albert Einstein’s furniture from his former home at 112 Mercer St.
New board members were proposed for election by the membership: Bob Carr, chairman and CEO of Heartland Payment Systems, is restoring the Woodrow Wilson House at 82 Library Place with his wife, Jill. Scott Sipprelle, head of Copper Arch Capital, recently restored Westland, the Princeton home built by Grover Cleveland. The Rev. David A. McAlpin, former minister of Witherspoon Street Presbyterian Church, is active in Habitat for Humanity and has a long involvement in Princeton and the Historical Society.
Officers proposed for 2005 were: John Dumont, president; Bob Varrin, vice president for operations; Carol Wojciechowicz, vice president for development; George Sanderson, vice president for program; Lois Madsen, secretary; Scot Pannepacker, treasurer; Shirley Satterfield, assistant secretary; and Verna Mathhews, assistant treasurer.
"Dee Patberg and the outgoing board of trustees are to be commended for their vision for the future of Princeton’s history," said Mr. Dumont, the new president. "I am confident that the 2005 board will continue to work toward the realization of that vision, with the involvement and support of the community."

