Camdenbase
CamdenBase contains selected citations of journal, book and newspaper articles about the city of Camden, New Jersey. The documents cover economic, political, and social events in the city from 1945 to June 2003. This website provides bibliographic access to the database of over 6,000 articles.
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Article Title:
Main Street renewal proposal back before Camden council
Publication Date:
September 10, 1993
Subject:
North Camden, City Planning
Abstract:
Controversy over Main Street part of the North Camden Plan comes before city council
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
12B
Article Title:
DRPA plan urges port unification; Ventures: the bistate agency could become a major economic developer in the region
Publication Date:
September 12, 1993
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA), Economic Development
Abstract:
Proposal outlines new directions for the agency
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
DRPA moves to save, create jobs in Camden
Publication Date:
September 16, 1993
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA), South Camden, Economic Development
Abstract:
The DRPA moved to put up $4.15 million to finance the expansion of a South Camden sandwich steak processing plant. The money is about half the projected cost of the first phase of the South Camden Industrial Park Development Project
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 8A
Article Title:
City plans to snuff out Mischief Night arson
Publication Date:
September 16, 1993
Subject:
Mischief Night
Abstract:
Camden is looking for 2,000 volunteers to avoid the destruction of 1991
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Proposals will be reviewed
Publication Date:
September 16, 1993
Subject:
North Camden, City Planning
Abstract:
Critics of the North Camden Plan offer several amendments to the Main Street portion of the plan
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Drive for amphitheater jobs continues
Publication Date:
September 17, 1993
Subject:
Employment, Sony Music PACE Performing Arts Amphitheater
Abstract:
Roy Jones and other activists continue their campaign to guarantee jobs for local residents at the planned waterfront amphitheater
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
8B
Article Title:
Camden town houses closer to construction
Publication Date:
September 17, 1993
Subject:
Camden Initiative, Lanning Square, Housing
Abstract:
Camden Redevelopment Agency signed an agreement Wednesday with the Vintage/Procida Joint Venture which plans to build 27 town houses at South 5th and Stevens streets in the Lanning Square West neighborhood. The Mickle Commons Townhouses will be the first
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Election '93: the sounds of silence
Publication Date:
September 26, 1993
Subject:
Elections, Mayoral
Abstract:
Some cite the front-runners's low-key style; others say the opposition is in 'disarray'.
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
7 Camden artists honored for musical influence
Publication Date:
September 26, 1993
Subject:
Biography, Music
Abstract:
Leon Huff (keyboardist and grammy award winner), Muhammad Habeebalah (saxophonist), Reds Verdell (tap dancer), Edward Troutman (local jazz magazine editor); posthumously honored were Charles Williams (drummer), Earl Start (pianist), and Carey 'Hippie' Gil
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
4B
Article Title:
Candidates unclear on Initiative
Publication Date:
September 27, 1993
Subject:
Camden Initiative
Abstract:
Questions on the Camden Initiative by a Courier-Post columnist
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
9A
Article Title:
City balks at granting tax relief
Publication Date:
October 2, 1993
Subject:
Real Property, Taxation
Abstract:
Camden has not implemented a much-touted program to gradually phase in higher property taxes (first revaluation in 27 years; last was 1959). Administration discovered that cost would be prohibitive
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A
Article Title:
For Camden, an uncertain future
Publication Date:
November 4, 1993
Subject:
Elections, Gubernatorial
Abstract:
Leaders are unsure of Christine Todd Whitman's plans for the city
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A
Article Title:
Parking Authority seeks loan
Publication Date:
November 5, 1993
Subject:
Camden Parking Authority
Abstract:
Dwindling attendance at the Aquarium causes shortfall at Waterfront Parking Garage
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Aquarium crowds decline 29%
Publication Date:
November 5, 1993
Subject:
New Jersey State Aquarium
Abstract:
Dramatic decline in attendance earlier this year appears to have leveled off; major complaint of visitors is that there is little else to see or do on waterfront
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B
Article Title:
Diocese plans to combine schools
Publication Date:
November 5, 1993
Subject:
Catholic Church, Private Schools
Abstract:
Diocese of Camden to regionalize its elementary school system in the South Jersey counties
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Furor over walking-around money: Rollins retreats, Whitman angry
Publication Date:
November 11, 1993
Subject:
Elections, Gubernatorial
Abstract:
Camden County Republican Chairman, Fred Fitchett, claimed there was no street money spent in Camden City or County
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 5A
Article Title:
73 jobs cut at Marietta
Publication Date:
November 12, 1993
Subject:
Employment, Martin Marietta Corporation
Abstract:
To cut 73 jobs at Camden plan, mostly hourly-wage employees. Employment at Camden site will drop from 1,333 to 1,260
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
8B
Article Title:
Picture this: Camden goes Republican
Publication Date:
November 14, 1993
Subject:
Elections, Gubernatorial, Republican Party
Abstract:
Republicans are hoping the election of Christie Whitman will help their part become a contender again in city politics
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 4B
Article Title:
Republicans lose grip on county; party members call for new leadership
Publication Date:
November 15, 1993
Subject:
Camden County, Elections, Republican Party
Abstract:
Republicans lose in Camden County; discussion on causes
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Port unification to proceed despite Florio's re-election defeat
Publication Date:
November 17, 1993
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA), Ports - Facilities
Abstract:
Unification to come up for vote at DRPA meeting
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
12D & 7D
Article Title:
Camden activist bound for Cuba, risk jail
Publication Date:
November 19, 1993
Subject:
Knoche, Tom
Abstract:
Community activist Tom Knoche to go to Cuba to help repair houses damaged by recent hurricanes
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
6B
Article Title:
Camden mission, food supplier split over allegations
Publication Date:
November 20, 1993
Subject:
Food Bank of South Jersey
Abstract:
After the South Camden Peace Mission revealed that it was short of food for the homeless, the Food Bank of South Jersey revealed that it has severed relations with the mission over allegations that donated food had been illegally sold. Investigation did
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Camden faces fiscal 'nightmare'; city counting on state aid to fill $28M shortfall
Publication Date:
November 23, 1993
Subject:
Budget, Municipal
Abstract:
City officials trying to head off worst budget situation in 20 years. Proposed spending plan introduced October 28 and will be given a public hearing on Dec. 7; fiscal year began July 1, 1993, budget was supposed to be approved by Sept. 1, 1993.
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Camden Council to vote on $16,000 mayor's raise
Publication Date:
November 23, 1993
Subject:
Budget, Municipal, Webster, Arnold
Abstract:
Mayor's salary to be boosted from $59,000 to $75,000
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
4A
Article Title:
Report urges transfer of 600 from county jail
Publication Date:
November 25, 1993
Subject:
Camden County Correctional Facility, Camden County Jail
Abstract:
Report blames overcrowding for almost every problem at the Camden jail
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
A window on the past:' Poet's home to get facelift
Publication Date:
November 26, 1993
Subject:
Walt Whitman House
Abstract:
Walt Whitman house on Mickle Boulevard to be restored to the way it looked when Whitman lived there
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
4B
Article Title:
New life for city housing; group rescuing vacant mansions
Publication Date:
December 1, 1993
Subject:
Housing Rehabilitation, North Camden
Abstract:
Work of the North Camden Land Trust Rehabilitation Crew in rehabilitating vacant State Street mansions
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 4B
Article Title:
21 Camden houses set to be renovated
Publication Date:
December 2, 1993
Subject:
Cooper Plaza Area, Housing Rehabilitation
Abstract:
21 vacant, city-owned houses in the Cooper Plaza neighborhood have been conveyed to developers who plan to renovate the structures for sale to lower-income buyers
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
3B
Article Title:
Nay-sayers vocal on proposed Camden jail expansion
Publication Date:
December 10, 1993
Subject:
Camden County Correctional Facility, Camden County Jail
Abstract:
Reaction for and against expansion plans for the Camden County Jail. $6 million expansion was announced Wednesday to relieve overcrowded conditions
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B
Article Title:
It's news to us, say N.J. officials on pending 76ers move to Camden
Publication Date:
December 10, 1993
Subject:
76ers, Waterfront
Abstract:
New Jersey officials mum on a report that they will know within two weeks if the Philadelphia 76ers will move to Camden
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
4A
Article Title:
Legislators join battle against prison annex
Publication Date:
December 11, 1993
Subject:
Concerned Citizens of North Camden (CCNC), Riverfront Prison
Abstract:
The state wants to build a $3 million minimum security camp for 98 inmates next to Riverfront State Prison. Concerned Citizens of North Camden met with the city's legislative delegation to voice their opposition
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
McGuire Gardens target of $42.1 million grant
Publication Date:
December 2, 1993
Subject:
Public Housing, Housing Rehabilitation, McGuire Gardens
Abstract:
Camden Housing Authority will receive $42.1 million to rehabilitate the troubled McGuire Gardens complex in East Camden
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
3B
Article Title:
Pick another site for prison expansion; Where we stand: Camden hosts enough unwanted facilities as it is
Publication Date:
December 2, 1993
Subject:
Riverfront Prison
Abstract:
State of New Jersey is again pressuring Camden to let it expand Riverfront State Prison
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
22A
Article Title:
Mayor-elect forming transition team in Camden
Publication Date:
December 3, 1993
Subject:
Camden - Government and Politics, Webster, Arnold
Abstract:
Mayor-elect Arnold Webster is putting together a citizen-led 'transition team' composed of a cross-section of the city's ethnic groups, major institutions, and employers
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Campbell project still not stirring
Publication Date:
December 3, 1993
Subject:
Campbell Soup Company, Waterfront
Abstract:
Since a groundbreaking in 1991, no work has begun on a building to house Campbell Soup and government offices on the Camden Waterfront. DKM Properties Corp. insist the project is still alive
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Norcross extends influence into state Senate
Publication Date:
December 4, 1993
Subject:
Camden County, Camden, Government and Politics
Abstract:
Working with Hudson County Democrats, Norcross orchestrated the election of Sen. John Adler of Cherry Hill as an assistant minority leader
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B
Article Title:
Camden receives $13.9 million state aid
Publication Date:
December 4, 1993
Subject:
Budget, Municipal
Abstract:
State Department of Community Affairs distributed $164 to 33 municipalities
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
4B
Article Title:
Webster sees signs of hope for Camden
Publication Date:
December 6, 1993
Subject:
Camden - Government and Politics, Webster, Arnold
Abstract:
Mayor-elect discusses hopes for next four years
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A
Article Title:
Port Board promises to support unification
Publication Date:
December 7, 1993
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA), South Jersey Port Corporation (SJPC)
Abstract:
South Jersey Port Corp. voted on Monday to support port unification
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
8F & 9F
Article Title:
Hearing today on city budget
Publication Date:
December 7, 1993
Subject:
Budget, Municipal
Abstract:
Plan calls for keeping the current tax rate and hiring more municipal employees. N.J. Dept. of Community Affairs has granted $13.9 million; the City had hoped to get $28.9 million to balance the budget
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
City in dilemma over development plan
Publication Date:
December 7, 1993
Subject:
Broadway Avenue, Center City
Abstract:
City officials are in a quandary about a $1 million development proposed for the corner of Broadway and Pine Street by the Camden County OEO. The city hopes to revive Broadway as a shopping area instead of a tax exempt social service development
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B
Article Title:
Camden to fight for aid
Publication Date:
December 8, 1993
Subject:
Budget, Municipal
Abstract:
City facing a $15 million gap between expected revenue and planned spending. Proposed budget is $4.2 million over last year with 35 new police officers and 24 new firefighters
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
City names temporary school chief
Publication Date:
December 8, 1993
Subject:
Board of Education
Abstract:
Retired Camden educator Preston H. Gunning will take command Jan. 1; Superintendent Arnold Webster will be sworn in as mayor
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Group helps Camden children
Publication Date:
December 9, 1993
Subject:
Rutgers University-Camden
Abstract:
Rutgers University Outreach Program at the Molina, Pyne Poynt, and Whittier Schools
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Proposal angers residents; their goal conflicts with developer's plan
Publication Date:
December 9, 1993
Subject:
Apartment Houses, Public Housing, Roosevelt Manor
Abstract:
Members of the Roosevelt Manor Tenant Association are angry that a developer is to build subsidized rental townhouses on open land next to Roosevelt Manor. The tenants had been planning a community center at the site. Marlton-based Michaels Development
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
3B
Article Title:
Additions proposed for jail
Publication Date:
December 9, 1993
Subject:
Camden County Correctional Facility, Camden County Jail
Abstract:
Entirely state-funded expansion would add 240 more beds to Camden County Jail; state to get specific number of beds for state prisoners
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Link finds its strength in numbers
Publication Date:
December 12, 1993
Subject:
Camden City Cultural Link
Abstract:
Camden's cultural institutions are banding together to strengthen the city's image. Seven groups are forming the Camden City Cultural Link: the Walt Whitman Cultural Arts Center, Camden County Historical Society, Campbell Museum, The Aquarium, The Rutger
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1F
Article Title:
South Jersey critical issues: Living with the rising tide of violence
Publication Date:
December 12, 1993
Subject:
Narcotics and Crime, Violence
Abstract:
Camden programs from CamCare and the Nigerian Institute for Substance Abuse described
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A
Article Title:
Camden church comes to life on 161st birthday
Publication Date:
December 13, 1993
Subject:
Churches
Abstract:
Macedonia African Methodist Episcopal Church celebrates its 161st birthday
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Camden agency names new shopping center developer
Publication Date:
December 14, 1993
Subject:
North Camden, Shopping Centers
Abstract:
Community Retail Partners of Atlantic City named new developers of the North Camden shopping center
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Recycling gets a new home
Publication Date:
December 14, 1993
Subject:
Recycling
Abstract:
Opening of new recycling center operated by FCR Inc. of Stratford Conn. at the Harris Camden Terminal for 'shakedown' phase. Camden Recycling Facility on Mount Ephraim Avenue has been closed because it was too small. FCR is currently negotiating with Gl
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B
Article Title:
Camden County plans to burn tires
Publication Date:
December 15, 1993
Subject:
Camden County Resource Recovery Facility, Trash Disposal
Abstract:
Officials plan to burn tires from municipalities all over Camden County in the Camden County Resource Recovery Facility from Jan to April. Members of South Jersey Work on Waste opposes the burning. PCFA has also asked permission to conduct a test burn o
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Camden bar wins license on 2-1 vote
Publication Date:
January 4, 1994
Subject:
South Camden
Abstract:
City Board of Alcoholic Beverage Control voted 2-1 to grant a liquor license for a proposed South Camden Bar, The Cotton Club, at South 4th and Chestnut Streets
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Decision on arena due next week; Whitman likes offer by county
Publication Date:
January 4, 1994
Subject:
76ers, Camden County
Abstract:
Whitman says she still has reservations/questions about the proposal to build a sixers arena in Camden
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
DRPA member: $30-50 million in projects being rushed to beat veto
Publication Date:
December 15, 1993
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA), Waterfront
Abstract:
The Authority is slated to vote today on the plans, beating a deadline that might allow Gov.-elect Whitman to veto them. $30-50 million in economic development projects include Camden Initiative related projects such as $3.5 million to build new fish tan
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 8A
Article Title:
Camden zoning board vice chairman quits in protest
Publication Date:
December 15, 1993
Subject:
Fulbrook, Frank
Abstract:
Decrying recent city zoning board approvals of a controversial bar and a towering billboard, vice chairman Frank Fulbrook has resigned
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
6B
Article Title:
Sixers, state close on move to Camden; plan arena near Aquarium
Publication Date:
December 16, 1993
Subject:
76ers, Waterfront
Abstract:
Highlights of the proposal: site, cost, financing, benefits, etc.
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Financing snags Sixers deal; Whitman may seek referendum on project
Publication Date:
December 17, 1993
Subject:
76ers, Camden County, Waterfront
Abstract:
Camden County will reportedly become a junior partner of the state Sports and exposition Authority. Whitman questions financing
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
An 'unlikely' mayor looks back; Thompson reaches final days
Publication Date:
December 19, 1993
Subject:
Biography, Camden - Government and Politics, Thompson, Aaron
Abstract:
Interview with Camden Mayor Aaron Thompson; his career
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Katz moves from violin-playing to deal-making
Publication Date:
December 20, 1993
Subject:
Sports, History, Camden
Abstract:
76ers move reminds author of time when the Camden Bullets played at the old Camden Convention Hall in the early '60s
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
7A
Article Title:
Walkout planned to support principal; Woodrow Wilson High School students and teachers are angry that their principal may be reassigned
Publication Date:
December 20, 1993
Subject:
Student Demonstrations, Woodrow Wilson High School
Abstract:
Herbert Factor, Woodrow Wilson High School Principal to be reassigned January 1994
Source:
Philadelphia Inquirer
Page/Section Location:
S1 & S4
Article Title:
3d ship diverted by port dispute; a cargo of Chilean fruit has gone to Wilmington. Friction among 2 unions and a N.J. terminal operator was cited
Publication Date:
December 20, 1993
Subject:
Ports - Delaware River
Abstract:
Holt Cargo Systems Inc.'s Gloucester City terminal is torn by union strife between the higher paid ILA (International Longshoremens Association) and the Teamsters Union
Source:
Philadelphia Inquirer
Page/Section Location:
C1 & C8
Article Title:
Whitman wants multi-purpose arena
Publication Date:
December 21, 1993
Subject:
76ers, Waterfront
Abstract:
Gov. Elect Christie Whitman is asking for a review of the proposed Camden waterfront arena to see if it could also house a major league hockey team. Arena probably would be financed by revenue bonds; but the financial market has to be persuaded that the
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
3A
Article Title:
Principal's move protested; students march, parents object
Publication Date:
December 21, 1993
Subject:
Student Demonstrations, Woodrow Wilson High School
Abstract:
Students protest transfer of Woodrow Wilson High School principal, Herbert Factor. Camden School Board votes to delay move till July
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Whitman sets Jan. 11 deadline for 76er deal
Publication Date:
December 23, 1993
Subject:
76ers, Waterfront
Abstract:
Gov. Elect Christie Whitman questions environmental issues involved and cost of off-site improvements such as highway interchanges
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
3A
Article Title:
Waterfront tower may not rise; state pulls out of plan for offices
Publication Date:
December 24, 1993
Subject:
Campbell Soup Company, Waterfront
Abstract:
State officials say a delay in construction of the Camden project led to the pullout. State was to lease space in River's Edge Corporate Center, at Delaware & Market Sts. Building was also supposed to house Campbell Soup Co.
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Builder vows to fight for office tower
Publication Date:
December 25, 1993
Subject:
Waterfront
Abstract:
DKM Properties Corp., developer of a proposed $25 million office tower to be located on the Camden waterfront, to try to get state to honor their commitment to the project; status of other waterfront projects
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Looking back 1993; the year in local news
Publication Date:
December 26, 1993
Subject:
Camden County, Camden Chronology
Abstract:
Camden City news: Rutgers adopts the Molina Elementary School; Arnold Webster wins Democratic primary & later election as Mayor; announcement of Camden Initiative; funds for Sony/Music/PACE performing arts amphitheater are approved; ruling on Quality Educ
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
10A & llA
Article Title:
Look ahead 1994, State outlook; changes in store for state
Publication Date:
December 26, 1993
Subject:
Camden Chronology
Abstract:
Camden section lists Waterfront projects: amphitheater, DRPA office building; proposed 76er arena. Other projects such as community based policing, Camden City Violent Crimes Task Force, etc.
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A
Article Title:
Campbell may drop office project
Publication Date:
December 30, 1993
Subject:
76ers, Campbell Soup Company, Waterfront
Abstract:
Campbell Soup Co. officials met with 76ers owner Harold Katz to discuss a deal to use a company-owned parcel of waterfront land for a proposed arena. The 14-acre tract is the site of the proposed River's Edge Corporate Center office tower
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Homeless outreach under way
Publication Date:
December 30, 1993
Subject:
Homeless Persons
Abstract:
City and county governments ok emergency funds to pay for lodgings for homeless during cold weather; administered by Community Planning and Advocacy Council (CPAC) and entered into a contract with Frank's Place day center to provide additional assistance
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
County cash could aid arena; officials considering $25 million contribution
Publication Date:
December 31, 1993
Subject:
76ers, Camden County, Waterfront
Abstract:
Camden County may contribute $25 million or more toward a proposed Waterfront arena for the 76ers to play in. The money would be used to clear land, demolish buildings and maybe build a parking garage
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 8A
Article Title:
Firm: Waterfront project damaged by favoritism
Publication Date:
January 1, 1994
Subject:
Waterfront
Abstract:
DKM Development Corp. charges that the state overcommitted itself on lease space from both private and public entities. State agreed to occupy 75,000 square feet of space in DKM's proposed River's Edge Corporate Center and the same amount in the DRPA off
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Webster, at swearing-in exhorts Camden to climb
Publication Date:
January 1, 1994
Subject:
City Council, Webster, Arnold
Abstract:
Arnold Webster sworn in as the 43rd mayor of Camden along with all seven council members: James Mathes (at-large, re-elected for 4 years), Alfred Palumbo (at-large, re-elected for 4 years), Gwendolyn Faison (re-elected, Ward 2, 2 years), Michael Devlin,
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2A & 16A
Article Title:
Council approves 5 department head appointments
Publication Date:
January 1, 1994
Subject:
Camden - Government and Politics
Abstract:
John T. Shannon Jr., named city business administrator (also member school board; former CFDA exec. VP); Morris G. Smith, city attorney; Carl E. Bowles, public works director; Althetha Wright, director of human services (also member school board & Camden
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
16A
Article Title:
Sifting ashes of history; Birthday: The Camden Fire Department will celebrate its 125th anniversary this year
Publication Date:
January 2, 1994
Subject:
History, Camden, Fires
Abstract:
Camden Fire Department celebrating 125th anniversary of first fully paid and mechanized municipal fire department in America. Department plans printed history of department
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Freeholders will discuss county's role in new arena
Publication Date:
January 5, 1994
Subject:
76ers, Camden County
Abstract:
Camden County Freeholders are scheduled to discuss county's role in the effort to bring the Philadelphia 76ers to Camden
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Plan to burn trash draws opposition. Proposal: The plan calls for burning up to 20,000 tons of trash excavated during winter months
Publication Date:
January 6, 1994
Subject:
Camden County Trash-To-Steam Incinerator
Abstract:
A plan to burn trash excavated from the Pennsauken Landfill at the Camden trash-to-steam plant draws opposition from environmentalists and municipal officials concerned about cost
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Drive begins to change county government form
Publication Date:
January 6, 1994
Subject:
Camden County, County Charters
Abstract:
Camden County League of Women Voters campaign to change form of government to elected county executive
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
3B
Article Title:
State lining up events for arena
Publication Date:
January 7, 1994
Subject:
76ers, Camden County
Abstract:
N.J. Sports and Exposition Authority say they have 110 events plus 40 Sixers games lined up
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 5A
Article Title:
Cash for guns' swap to start in Camden
Publication Date:
January 7, 1994
Subject:
Firearms
Abstract:
Special 12-day gun amnesty program will run 17 Jan to 28 Jan 1994, titled, 'Operation Gunsweep.' City will pay $50 per gun; cash will come from drug raid proceeds
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Camden Co. drug ring broken; accused kingpin arrested
Publication Date:
January 7, 1994
Subject:
Narcotics and Crime
Abstract:
Ring may be responsible for half the cocaine distributed in the county. Juan 'Muffler' Delfin was arrested. Investigation revolved around Los Hispanos restaurant on River Road in Camden
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Amid millions promised for revival, Camden waits and worries; will eagerly sought industries hire and buy from Camden residents? Those who know the record remain skeptical
Publication Date:
January 9, 1994
Subject:
Economic Development, Urban Renewal, Urban conditions
Abstract:
Summary article on prospects for city
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
9A & 10A
Article Title:
Whitman dumps Sixers deal; Camden County trying to keep arena plan alive
Publication Date:
January 13, 1994
Subject:
76ers, Camden County
Abstract:
Governor-elect, Christie Whitman, doesn't believe facility could pay for itself
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 8A
Article Title:
Camden agency OKs developer for Waterfront amphitheater
Publication Date:
January 13, 1994
Subject:
Sony Corporation, Sony Music Pace Performing Arts Amphitheater
Abstract:
Camden Redevelopment Agency designated the N.J. Economic Development Authority (EDA) as the developer for the Sony Music/PACE amphitheater
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
3B
Article Title:
Judge refuses to ease security for Unruh
Publication Date:
January 13, 1994
Subject:
Unruh, Howard
Abstract:
Superior Court judge refuses to lessen security surrounding mass murderer Howard unruh
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Katz is willing to risk own money on Sixers arena
Publication Date:
January 14, 1994
Subject:
76ers, Camden County
Abstract:
Sixers owner met with county and city officials for 7 hours; more talks planned
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Dilemma on school funding; Whitman facing decision on taxes
Publication Date:
January 16, 1994
Subject:
Education, Finance, Quality Education Act
Abstract:
Governor-elect wants to cut taxes while school officials are asking for more money for schools. Chart on school funding for 7 districts including Camden before & after QEA
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 11A
Article Title:
Camden's inaugural ball - a first step
Publication Date:
January 16, 1994
Subject:
Webster, Arnold
Abstract:
Description of inaugural ball for Mayor Arnold W. Webster at the N. J. State Aquarium. Positive and negative comments on gala
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
5B
Article Title:
Hospitals reach out in communities; In the era of health-care reform, hospitals rewriting their roles
Publication Date:
January 16, 1994
Subject:
Hospitals
Abstract:
Community outreach at Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center
Source:
Philadelphia Inquirer
Page/Section Location:
D1 & D7
Article Title:
A door-to-door battle against infant mortality: Twice a month they spread the message among the hard-to-reach in Camden
Publication Date:
January 16, 1994
Subject:
Child Welfare, Community Health Services
Abstract:
Outreach work of the Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies Coalition
Source:
Philadelphia Inquirer
Page/Section Location:
B1 & B6
Article Title:
Looking to score an alley-oop, Camden is dunked instead
Publication Date:
January 16, 1994
Subject:
76ers, Waterfront
Abstract:
Whitman decision not to support arena on Waterfront and lack of development on Waterfront
Source:
Philadelphia Inquirer
Page/Section Location:
B1 & B4
Article Title:
Keeping Parkside desirable
Publication Date:
January 17, 1994
Subject:
Neighborhoods, Parkside
Abstract:
Work of Parkside Business and Community Partnership in preserving Parkside. Interview with Partnership President, William Spearman
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
South Jersey Economy 1994: what's hot in jobs, housing, market trends and more
Publication Date:
January 21, 1994
Subject:
Economic Development
Abstract:
Covers job outlook, health care, transportation, business, the arts, the Waterfront, the environment, tourism, Politics & the economy, money, trade, real estate for Burlington, Camden, & Gloucester Counties
Source:
Courier-Post
Article Title:
Camden on upswing
Publication Date:
January 21, 1994
Subject:
Economic Development
Abstract:
Camden economic projects in 1993
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
38 & 39
Article Title:
1994 transitional year for Waterfront projects
Publication Date:
January 21, 1994
Subject:
Economic Development, Waterfront
Abstract:
1994 Waterfront projects
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
39
Article Title:
City offers home, hope for Vietnamese refugees; immigrants seek a new beginning
Publication Date:
January 23, 1994
Subject:
Ethnic Groups
Abstract:
Profile of Vietnamese refugees in Camden
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 8B
Article Title:
Nominee pledges to help restore once-vibrant Camden; ex-city resident wins preliminary approval for commissioner's job
Publication Date:
January 25, 1994
Subject:
Biography, Economic Development
Abstract:
Gualberto Medina was approved by the Senate Judiciary Committee as Commissioner of the state Department of Commerce and Economic Development
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
3A
Article Title:
Local opera singer taking center stage
Publication Date:
January 25, 1994
Subject:
Biography, Music
Abstract:
Barbara Dever to sing Amneris at Met; singer grew up in Camden and has sung at church services at Sacred Heart Church for the past 12 years
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1E & 2E
Article Title:
Waterfront project gets extension
Publication Date:
January 28, 1994
Subject:
Waterfront
Abstract:
Whitman administration to review space needs in South Jersey; grants extension to Feb 28 to DKM Waterfront Development Corporation, developers of the proposed Campbell Soup headquarters. State had tentatively leased space in River's Edge and in DRPA buil
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B