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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:
Wilson students graduate under shadow of inquiry
Author:
Fox, Tonya/Williams, Leroy Jr.
Publication Date:
June 24, 1994
Subject:
Woodrow Wilson High School
Abstract:
Question of whether some graduates failed to achieve the minimum academic standards required for diploma
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 12A
Article Title:
85 at Camden high schools ineligible for graduation
Author:
Riordan, Kevin
Publication Date:
June 25, 1994
Subject:
Public Schools, Woodrow Wilson High School
Abstract:
Students will be given a chance to fulfill requirement
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Workers guilty in bribe scheme; Let contractors dump illegally in trash station
Author:
Winkler, Renee
Publication Date:
June 8, 1994
Subject:
Corruption, Political, Trash Disposal
Abstract:
Dept. of Streets (Public Works Dept.) workers found guilty of accepting bribes from contractors to permit them to dump illegally in the city's transfer site
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Housing agency's image is improving
Author:
Riordan, Kevin
Publication Date:
June 8, 1994
Subject:
Housing Authority of the City of Camden (HACC)
Abstract:
Camden authority's rating on a HUD scale has risen in recent years. List of projects now being undertaken by CHA
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Camden gets $5.7 million from state
Author:
Riordan, Kevin
Publication Date:
June 24, 1994
Subject:
Budget, Municipal
Abstract:
State to provide $5.7 million to balance city budget in exchange for an expanded role in housing and economic development in Camden. Sections of city to selected for large-scale development of affordable housing
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Shipments up 9 percent at Phila., S. Jersey ports
Author:
Weisenfeld, Bernie
Publication Date:
May 25, 1994
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA), Ports - Delaware River
Abstract:
Ports of Philadelphia and South Jersey handled 63.1 tons of cargo last yea
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
12D & 8D
Article Title:
Spending Saturdays in school is a hit with families
Author:
Hartie, Faith
Publication Date:
May 10, 1994
Subject:
Public Schools
Abstract:
Tutorial-Technology Arts Project is funded by QEA Funds
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
3C
Article Title:
Coming home to eagle's nest; Camden athlete taken by Birds in fifth round
Author:
Gormley, Chuck
Publication Date:
April 26, 1994
Subject:
Sports
Abstract:
Marvin Goodwin, Woodrow Wilson and UCLA graduate is selected by Eagles in fifth round; Camden's George Hegamin chosen by Dallas Cowboys in the third round
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Camden offers to help delinquent CCMUA customers
Author:
Riordan, Kevin
Publication Date:
June 24, 1994
Subject:
Camden County Municipal Utilities Authority (CCMUA), Tax Collections
Abstract:
City to offer loans to help delinquent CCMUA customers; scheduled sale of liens to go forward.
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B
Article Title:
200 Cramer Hill residents rally for police substation
Author:
Janas, Steve
Publication Date:
June 14, 1994
Subject:
Community Policing, Cramer Hill
Abstract:
Rally organized by CCOP
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
3B
Article Title:
Economic apartheid' Survey: Banks lend fewer dollars in city
Author:
Van Allen, Peter
Publication Date:
June 17, 1994
Subject:
Bank Loans
Abstract:
Roy Jones, executive director, Greater Camden County Reinvestment Corp., charges Camden's chance for federal funds is jeopardized
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
10C
Article Title:
Fix-up delayed--again; official vows to expedite work
Author:
Riordan, Kevin
Publication Date:
June 23, 1994
Subject:
Public Housing, Housing Rehabilitation
Abstract:
CHA announced on Tuesday the start of renovation of Roosevelt Manor; contractor announces work will not begin until August
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
4B
Article Title:
Riverfront possibilities; economic development promoted
Author:
Weisenfeld, Bernie
Publication Date:
June 29, 1994
Subject:
Waterfront
Abstract:
Riverboat gambling and expanded cargo handling at Naval Base
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
12D & 11D
Article Title:
County reform is a study in contrasts
Author:
Franolich, Mike
Publication Date:
June 27, 1994
Subject:
County Charters
Abstract:
Now two proposals to reorganize county government; one from county endorsed group, other from League of Women Voters
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
The insurance game; politically connected firms major players in Camden County
Author:
Conroy, Theresa
Publication Date:
June 26, 1994
Subject:
Camden County
Abstract:
Providing insurance for Camden county and municipalities profitable for brokers such as George Norcross
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 11A
Article Title:
The state of welfare; N.J. reforms promote self-reliance
Author:
Florio, Jim
Publication Date:
June 19, 1994
Subject:
Public Welfare
Abstract:
Description of welfare system and proposed reforms
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
15B
Article Title:
Rolling medical clinic making rounds in city
Author:
Walsh, Jim
Publication Date:
June 29, 1994
Subject:
Cooper Health System
Abstract:
Cooper to provide mobile clinic for low income areas of city
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Honoring past, eyeing the future; Campbell Soup marks 125 years in Camden
Author:
Glab, Theresa A
Publication Date:
June 26, 1994
Subject:
Campbell Soup Company, Medical Education
Abstract:
Campbell Soup Foundation lists grants
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
3A
Article Title:
Parents hold key to better schools
Author:
Blodgett, Betsi
Publication Date:
June 26, 1994
Subject:
Public Schools
Abstract:
Compares education and SAT scores in Cherry Hill and Camden; information on on-going programs in Camden city
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
5B
Article Title:
Million Dollar Muddle; State grant is political bone of contention in county
Author:
Franolich, Mike
Publication Date:
June 29, 1994
Subject:
Camden County Sheriff
Abstract:
$1 million grant to Sheriff William J. Simon
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A
Article Title:
Massive sewage spill
Author:
Comegno, Carol
Publication Date:
June 17, 1994
Subject:
Camden County Municipal Utilities Authority (CCMUA), Sewage Disposal
Abstract:
Million of gallons of effluent foul creeks in Gloucester and Berlin townships
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A
Article Title:
Caution urged on eating river fish
Author:
Winter, Carl A
Publication Date:
June 23, 1994
Subject:
Delaware River
Abstract:
Elevated levels of PCBs were found in fish taken from the Delaware River
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Philadelphia raises rent for PATCO
Author:
Weisenfeld, Bernie
Publication Date:
March 17, 1994
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA), Local Transit
Abstract:
Increase insisted on by DRPA commissioner, Vincent Fumo to pay for leasing Philadelphia subway facilities
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
PATCO funds crisis resolved [Compromise]: The DRPA will give at least $1 million to PATCO in exchange for votes in favor of a fleet of fast cargo ships
Author:
Weisenfeld, Bernie
Publication Date:
June 18, 1994
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA), Local Transit, Ports - Facilities
Abstract:
Pa. DRPA commissioners insisting on $1 to $3 million to pay for leasing Philadelphia subway facilities in exchange for support for Fastship Atlantic Inc. to build a high-speed cargo ship and terminal
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
8D
Article Title:
DRPA approves fast-ship plan; agency defers action on lease for PATCO
Author:
Weisenfeld, Bernie
Publication Date:
June 22, 1994
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA), Local Transit, Ports - Facilities
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
12D & 11D
Article Title:
Private operator sues South Jersey Port
Author:
Weisenfeld, Bernie
Publication Date:
May 19, 1994
Subject:
South Jersey Port Corporation (SJPC)
Abstract:
Private marine terminal operator, Thomas Holt, is sueing the South Jersey Port Corporation, claiming the Corporation is trying to drive him out of business
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
10D & 11D
Article Title:
Adler readies bill to revise port agency
Author:
Weisenfeld, Bernie
Publication Date:
June 7, 1994
Subject:
South Jersey Port Corporation (SJPC)
Abstract:
Senator's proposed legislation would fold the organization into a bi-state agency; bill calls for leasing South Jersey port facilities to the Ports of Philadelphia and Camden, a new agency created to merge and market the Delaware River Ports
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
10C
Article Title:
Camden County GOP chairman defends job with port
Author:
Franolich, Mike
Publication Date:
June 16, 1994
Subject:
South Jersey Port Corporation (SJPC)
Abstract:
Attorney Fred Fitchett, chairman of the Camden County GOP has become legal at the Port Corporation replacing Harvey Johnson
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Firebombing has some Camden merchants nervous
Author:
Hall, Andrew
Publication Date:
May 17, 1994
Subject:
Fires
Abstract:
Market at Haddon and Kaighn avenues was destroyed on Sunday
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Paying tribute to a crusader; Camden clergyman helped to open door for others
Author:
Riordan, Kevin
Publication Date:
June 11, 1994
Subject:
African Americans, Biography
Abstract:
Rev. J. Allen Nimmo was honored; Rev. Nimmo was one of first African-Americans appointed to high office in City Hall
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B
Article Title:
Whitman park runs into delays; City tries to get project on track
Author:
Riordan, Kevin
Publication Date:
May 30, 1994
Subject:
Walt Whitman House
Abstract:
Commonplace Park, next to Whitman House was supposed to open two years ago and house Whitman statue
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Plan seeks to dissolve port agency
Author:
Winter, Carl A
Publication Date:
April 26, 1994
Subject:
South Jersey Port Corporation (SJPC)
Abstract:
State Senator John Adler is proposes that the South Jersey Port Corporation be dissolved and its assets privatized. Claims that large subsidy would be reduced or eliminated
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 5A
Article Title:
Political fund-raising bonanza in Camden Co.; Firms doing business with county lead long parade of contributors
Author:
Altman, Howard/Bill Shralow
Publication Date:
September 13, 1992
Subject:
Camden County, Corruption, Political
Abstract:
George Norcross denies any wrongdoing
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
7A
Article Title:
Dudley Grange Park project takes off
Author:
Riordan, Kevin
Publication Date:
November 26, 1993
Subject:
Parks, Municipal
Abstract:
Lights, trash cans among improvements to the 20-acre park at Federal and Dudley streets. CCOP has been working with the Camden County Board of Freeholders to fix up the park
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
3B
Article Title:
Study finds 1 in 4 Hispanics now living below poverty level
Author:
Costello, Nancy
Publication Date:
July 20, 1993
Subject:
Hispanic Americans
Abstract:
Report released by La Raza; Jose Delgado said conditions in the city are worse than the report's findings
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
5A
Article Title:
1994 South Jersey Community Guide
Publication Date:
June 16, 1905
Subject:
Camden County, Industry, Camden, Churches, Recreation, Shopping Centers
Abstract:
Directory of cultural, religious, health, governmental, recreational, educational, business, and shopping facilities in Camden, Burlington, and Gloucester counties
Source:
Courier-Post
Article Title:
Criminal Street Gangs
Author:
N.J. State of New Jersey. Commission of Investigation
Publication Date:
November 1, 1993
Subject:
Gangs
Abstract:
Report on New Jersey street gangs. Covers all of New Jersey but a number of references and statistics on the Camden gang situation
Article Title:
Disability Counts; The New Jersey Demographics of Disability Survey
Author:
Hill, M. Anne
Publication Date:
July 1, 1992
Subject:
Camden County
Abstract:
Survey on the disabled; statistics by county
Article Title:
Demographics of Disability: Camden County
Author:
Hill, M. Anne
Publication Date:
July 1, 1992
Subject:
Camden County
Abstract:
Survey on the disabled; Camden County report
Article Title:
1976 Census of Camden, New Jersey: September 14, 1976
Author:
U. S. Bureau of the Census
Publication Date:
December 1, 1977
Subject:
Population, Statistics
Abstract:
Results of Test Census of Camden which was so controversial
Article Title:
Recycling and Garbage Collection Manual
Author:
New Jersey State League of Municipalities
Publication Date:
June 1, 1992
Subject:
Recycling, Trash Disposal
Abstract:
Profile of Municipal, county, and statewide practices and costs for recycling and garbage collection
Article Title:
Pennsauken leaders agree on car stops--in theory [Consensus]: Officials also denied that the plan to stop cars coming from Camden was racially motivated
Author:
Franolich, Mike
Publication Date:
July 10, 1994
Subject:
Crime
Abstract:
Controversy over plan for car stops at Pennsauken border
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Summit to fight crime planned; Camden, Pennsauken to meet
Author:
Riordan, Kevin/Leroy Williams, Jr.
Publication Date:
July 13, 1994
Subject:
Crime
Abstract:
Mayor Arnold W. Webster and Pennsauken Mayor Geri Tabako plan to hold a summit meeting about the plan to stop cars coming from Camden
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Report on crime pinpoints borders [Finding]: More than half of the crimes reported in Pennsauken occur in areas that border Camden
Author:
Sokolic, William H
Publication Date:
July 26, 1994
Subject:
Crime
Abstract:
Border areas account for four of the top ten crime locations in Pennsauken; patrols were part of Operation Interface, a program to curb activity in high-crime areas
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 8A
Article Title:
On with the show
Author:
Riordan, Kevin
Publication Date:
July 7, 1994
Subject:
Sony Music Pace Performing Arts Amphitheater, South Jersey Performing Arts Center (SJPAC), Waterfront
Abstract:
Announcement set on construction of year-round South Jersey Performing Arts Center (SJPAC); to be located within Open air Performing Arts Center
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Curtain rises on Camden Arts Center; Complex to showcase performers year-round [Hope]: The Waterfront facility is expected to boost the development of a hotel, restaurants and shops
Author:
Riordan, Kevin
Publication Date:
July 8, 1994
Subject:
Sony Music Pace Performing Arts Amphitheater, South Jersey Performing Arts Center (SJPAC), Waterfront
Abstract:
Gov. Christie Whitman announces that arts center will debut on Waterfront next year
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Camden County Industrial Directory
Author:
Camden County Improvement Authority
Publication Date:
June 15, 1905
Subject:
Camden County, Industry, Camden
Abstract:
Directory by township of Camden County industry
Article Title:
Cooper-Lanning Revival Redevelopment Plan
Author:
Camden, N.J. Division of Planning
Publication Date:
June 1, 1989
Subject:
Bergen-Lanning Area, Urban Renewal
Abstract:
Plan will govern development within the area
Article Title:
Local and Regional Economic Impacts of the South Jersey Port Corporation; prepared for the Ports of Philadelphia and Camden
Author:
Martin O'Connell Associates
Publication Date:
July 5, 1994
Subject:
South Jersey Port Corporation (SJPC)
Article Title:
Camden to pay $1.3M for land it could seize
Author:
Riordan, Kevin
Publication Date:
July 13, 1994
Subject:
Black People's Unity Movement (BPUM), North Camden
Abstract:
City plans to buy 20 acres of land and buildings at North 4th and Erie from the BPUM when it could have foreclosed on the property for non-payment of $75,000 in back taxes. Site was once Knox Gelatin factory
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 5A
Article Title:
Land deal defended by officials in Camden [Benefits]: North Camden gets taxes and property, and someone else funds the transaction, officials say
Author:
Riordan, Kevin
Publication Date:
July 14, 1994
Subject:
Black People's Unity Movement (BPUM), Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA), North Camden
Abstract:
BPUM President, Harvey C. Johnson defends land transaction; city will pay for purchase out of a $3.1 million economic development grant from the DRPA
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 5A
Article Title:
Land purchase clears first hurdle in Camden
Author:
Riordan, Kevin
Publication Date:
July 15, 1994
Subject:
Black People's Unity Movement (BPUM), Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA), North Camden
Abstract:
City Council gives preliminary approval to land purchase
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Camden council approves land deal
Author:
Shralow, Bill
Publication Date:
July 29, 1994
Subject:
Black People's Unity Movement (BPUM), Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA), North Camden
Abstract:
City Council unanimously approves land purchase; will fit into proposals of the North Camden Plan
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Greener future planned for Cramer Hill Shore
Author:
Riordan, Kevin
Publication Date:
July 25, 1994
Subject:
Cramer Hill, Recreation
Abstract:
Project supporters including City Councilman, Angel Fuentes, hope to transform 57 acres of publicly owned woods, coves and shoreline along the Delaware's back channel between North 29th and 36th streets (across from Petty's Island) into a nature preserve
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Webster battling a 'shadow government' [Problems]: Critics have blasted the Camden mayor as petty, inaccessible and power-hungry
Author:
Riordan, Kevin
Publication Date:
July 24, 1994
Subject:
Politics & Government, Webster, Arnold
Abstract:
Arnold Webster as Mayor
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
City Parking Authority is still running a deficit
Author:
Shralow, Bill
Publication Date:
July 23, 1994
Subject:
Camden Parking Authority
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Some want Newton Creek span torn down
Author:
Riordan, Kevin
Publication Date:
July 22, 1994
Subject:
Fairview, Bridges
Abstract:
Group of Fairview residents petition city to tear down decrepit Morgan Boulevard bridge connecting Fairview to rest of city; to prevent criminal element from coming into Fairview
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
DRPA cuts back plans for new office [Plan]: The site has gone from 16 stories to 11 and from 75,000 square feet to a maximum of 35,000
Author:
Winter, Carl A./Bernie Weisenfeld
Publication Date:
July 19, 1994
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA), Waterfront
Abstract:
DRPA scales down plans for Waterfront headquarters building; state gives lower estimate of needs
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Loan available to pay CCMUA [Aid]: The credit union is offering loans at 12 percent interest to pay off CCMUA liens
Author:
Riordan, Kevin
Publication Date:
July 14, 1994
Subject:
Camden County Municipal Utilities Authority (CCMUA), Loan, Bank
Abstract:
Camden Community Credit Union to make loans
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Camden about to begin second round on budget
Author:
Williams, Leroy, Jr.
Publication Date:
July 1, 1994
Subject:
Budget, Municipal
Abstract:
Spending plan now needed by August 10, 1994
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Police plan on car stops attacked [Upset]: Camden officials dislike a Pennsauken proposal to stop cars coming out of the city
Author:
Shralow, Bill
Publication Date:
July 8, 1994
Subject:
Crime
Abstract:
Proposal for Pennsauken police to randomly stop cars coming out of Camden to control crime has touched off a dispute between the two townships
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 13A
Article Title:
For Camden leaders, the battle will never end
Author:
Stilwell, Eileen
Publication Date:
July 10, 1994
Subject:
Poverty, Public Welfare
Abstract:
Effects of poverty programs in Camden
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
10C
Article Title:
New 'GI Bill' may be final victory in complex welfare war, expert says
Author:
Guenther, Alan
Publication Date:
July 11, 1994
Subject:
Bryant, Wayne R., Poverty, Public Welfare
Abstract:
Welfare reform, highlighting views of Assemblyman Wayne Bryant; accompanying article contains statistics
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Camden projects sparking upturn [Growth]: Construction of a performing arts center and addition to Cooper Hospital may create 900 jobs
Author:
Williams, Leroy, Jr.
Publication Date:
July 25, 1994
Subject:
Camden County, Economic Development
Abstract:
Projects in Camden and its Waterfront are still providing the fuel for the county's long-sputtering economic engine
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
12C
Article Title:
Health-care crisis: Camden's infant mortality rate is double that of the rest of New Jersey of the country. Only 30 percent of mothers get adequate prenatal care, and two-thirds of pre-schoolers don't receive the shots they need
Author:
Pearsall, Richard
Publication Date:
July 24, 1994
Subject:
Health Planning
Abstract:
Report on health care in Camden
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 7A
Article Title:
Freeholder Aletha Wright dies at 45
Author:
Hall, Andrew
Publication Date:
July 19, 1994
Subject:
Biography
Abstract:
Camden County Freeholder Aletha Wright dies; she was county freeholder and Camden director of Human Services
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
$7 million gamble on FastShip
Author:
Weisenfeld, Bernie
Publication Date:
July 17, 1994
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA)
Abstract:
DRPA to invest in FastShip Atlantic Inc., a high-speed cargo ship service in the North Atlantic using a patented hull design which has never been built before
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 9A
Article Title:
Three plead guilty to embezzlement: $3.8M billing scam at Cooper Hospital
Author:
Winkler, Renee/Jim Walsh
Publication Date:
July 21, 1994
Subject:
Cooper Health System
Abstract:
Two ex-Cooper finance officials and a businessman will be sentenced in October, facing fines and prison terms
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 8A
Article Title:
$11 million pledged for FastShip deal
Author:
Weisenfeld, Bernie
Publication Date:
July 22, 1994
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA)
Abstract:
Two supporters, including Thomas Holt Sr., and the DRPA are supporting the venture
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A
Article Title:
Educator stresses role of parents [Monitoring]: Camden's new schools chief vows to address attendance problems
Author:
Shralow, Bill
Publication Date:
July 2, 1994
Subject:
Public Schools
Abstract:
New Camden school superintendent, Roy J. Dawson starts job
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
School funding law struck down: State gets three years to achieve equality
Author:
Winter, Carl A
Publication Date:
July 13, 1994
Subject:
Education, Finance
Abstract:
State supreme court ruled Tuesday that the state's public school funding law was unconstitutional. Law failed because it did not deliver on its promise to equalize the spending power between the state's richest and poorest districts
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
N.J.'s Education Funding Puzzle; Cherished home rule tradition in question under state Supreme Court ruling
Author:
Winter, Carl A
Publication Date:
July 17, 1994
Subject:
Education, Finance
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 8A
Article Title:
Quality of schools tied to development of city
Author:
Guenther, Alan
Publication Date:
July 17, 1994
Subject:
Education, Finance, Public Schools
Abstract:
Discussion on effects of QEA funding on Camden school system
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
8A
Article Title:
Incinerator law faces court test [Goal]: The authority for the Camden Incinerator hopes lower rates will keep customers from taking trash out of state
Author:
Hajna, Lawrence R
Publication Date:
July 10, 1994
Subject:
Camden County Trash-To-Steam Incinerator, Trash Disposal
Abstract:
Camden Pollution Control Financing Authority (PCFA) is weighing its options in light of law striking down mandatory trash flow disposal
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Trolleys may link tri-county region [Solution]: A light rail or trolley-style system has emerged as cheapest way to unite the three counties
Author:
Kummer, Frank
Publication Date:
July 21, 1994
Subject:
Local Transit
Abstract:
Study looking at four alternatives: bus line, extension of PATCO High-Speed Line; SEPTA styled commuter rail line or a light rail system (i.e.trollies)
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B
Article Title:
Pumped up over firehouse development
Author:
Parrillo, Rosemary
Publication Date:
July 17, 1994
Subject:
Cooper Grant Area, Urban Renewal
Abstract:
Reconstruction of old firehouse at Front and Linden Streets; progress of revitalization of Cooper-Grant community
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Cool jazz hits a hot Waterfront; weekend seen as example of area's rebirth
Author:
Duhart, Bill
Publication Date:
July 17, 1994
Subject:
Music, Waterfront
Abstract:
Thousands of jazz fans pack Wiggins Park for Jersey Jazzfest performances from veteran headliners Ramsey Lewis, Dave Koz and Alex Bugnon
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Errichetti Orders Police Inquiry; New Panel to Probe Department
Author:
Sabatini, Richard V
Publication Date:
March 7, 1975
Subject:
Camden County Grand Jury, Police, Complaints Against
Abstract:
Mayor Errichetti denies that Grand Jury report prompted study
Source:
Philadelphia Inquirer
Article Title:
Panel Named To Study Police and Fire Depts.
Author:
Busler, Joseph
Publication Date:
March 6, 1975
Subject:
Police, Complaints Against
Abstract:
Mayor Angelo J. Errichetti names five man Public Safety Advisory Committee to study the city's police and fire departments
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1 & 7
Article Title:
Cream gets board seat [Accepts]: Riletta T. Cream accepts nomination to fill unexpired term of the late Aletha Wright
Author:
Williams, Leroy Jr.;
Publication Date:
August 11, 1994
Subject:
Camden County
Abstract:
Cream will serve as Camden Freeholder until January; her name will then be on Democratic ticket for November election to serve out the two years remaining on Wright's term
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Time to junk city parking authority
Author:
Parrillo, Rosemary
Publication Date:
August 28, 1994
Subject:
Camden Parking Authority
Abstract:
Columnist advocates cleaning up Parking Authority
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Haddon Twp. man stirs history's ashes [Buff]: Historian charts raucous past of Camden's fire companies
Author:
Riordan, Kevin
Publication Date:
August 28, 1994
Subject:
Fire Department
Abstract:
Amateur historian Lee Ryan is compiling a yearbook marking the 125th anniversary of the Camden Fire Department
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Brimm praised, work begun on facility
Author:
Williams, Leroy Jr.;
Publication Date:
August 13, 1994
Subject:
Mental Health
Abstract:
New residential mental health facility at South 6th and Cherry Streets to be named for Dr. Charles E. Brimm
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B
Article Title:
Chamber of Commerce is born
Author:
Busler, Joseph
Publication Date:
August 18, 1994
Subject:
Economic Development
Abstract:
Mayor Arnold Webster announces formation of the Camden Chamber of Commerce. 140 city business leader members of Greater Camden Business Association form initial membership
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
8C & 9C
Article Title:
Putting theory into practice: Businessman uses academics to aid Camden [Goal]: Carlos Peraza is trying to create small minority-owned businesses in the city
Author:
Janas, Steve
Publication Date:
August 16, 1994
Subject:
Economic Development
Abstract:
Director of the Latin American Economic Development association (LAEDA)
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
10D & 7D
Article Title:
Cramer Hill welcomes substation; Community improving link to police
Author:
Riordan, Kevin
Publication Date:
August 20, 1994
Subject:
Community Policing, Cramer Hill
Abstract:
Work began Friday on a new police station at N. 29th Street and River Road. Trailers will be renovated into either a police substation or mini-station
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
City, Northgate tackle violations [Inspections]: Since May, city inspectors have documented serious building and fire code violations at the complex
Author:
Riordan, Kevin
Publication Date:
August 13, 1994
Subject:
Housing Rehabilitation, Northgate I
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Manager of Northgate I promises to help improve living conditions
Author:
Riordan, Kevin
Publication Date:
August 16, 1994
Subject:
Housing Rehabilitation, Northgate I
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Students ready for medical arts high school
Author:
Riordan, Kevin
Publication Date:
August 17, 1993
Subject:
Medical Education, Public Schools, Education
Abstract:
First freshman class at Camden's Medical Arts High School located at Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
4B
Article Title:
City council blasted on parking rate hike
Author:
Riordan, Kevin
Publication Date:
August 12, 1994
Subject:
Camden Parking Authority, Parking - Facilities
Abstract:
City Council plan to authorize a boost in parking meter rates in the downtown and Waterfront areas draws fire from several community activists
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B
Article Title:
Graduation requirements are beefed up [Moves]: The Camden School board took the actions after recent controversies
Author:
Riordan, Kevin
Publication Date:
August 30, 1994
Subject:
Public Schools
Abstract:
City school board Monday agreed to beef up policies governing graduation requirement for its students
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B
Article Title:
Is this Camden's relief? [Returned]: Fifty percent of the sales taxes collected within the district shall be returned to the municipality to be used for operations
Author:
Rand, Walter
Publication Date:
August 30, 1994
Subject:
Budget, Municipal, Economic Development
Abstract:
State Senator Walter Rand, representing Camden, presents new legislation
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
9A
Article Title:
Groups join forces to fight violence; Police, agency provide aid to abused women
Author:
Duhart, Bill/Louis T. Lounsberry
Publication Date:
August 27, 1994
Subject:
Violence
Abstract:
Shelter of Loving and Caring Environment (SOLACE), a domestic abuse counseling program
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
For the Defense: Camden Attorney Patricia Darden takes the cases that touch her heart. It's a way of giving back to the community that has given so much to me
Author:
Uris, Robin
Publication Date:
August 30, 1994
Subject:
Biography
Abstract:
Profile of Patricia Darden
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1E & 2E
Article Title:
Nursing home that won't say no; Three health-care professionals built a facility specifically for needy seniors
Author:
Conroy, Theresa
Publication Date:
August 30, 1994
Subject:
Nursing Homes
Abstract:
Dr. David Williams, one of founders of Woodland Care Center
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1E & 2E
Article Title:
Prostitution in the age of AIDS; The risk of getting a deadly disease apparently has not affected the prostitution trade in South Jersey. In fact, ladies of the evening report business is booming and their customers are primarily middle-aged, white-colla
Author:
Uris, Robin
Publication Date:
August 16, 1994
Subject:
AIDS (Disease)
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A
Article Title:
Camden's budget calls for no tax hikes or layoffs [Deadline]: The $103.7 million spending plan must be approved by Sept. 30
Author:
Riordan, Kevin
Publication Date:
August 10, 1994
Subject:
Budget, Municipal
Abstract:
Calls for no tax increases, no layoffs, no decreases in services; depends on request for $29 million in state aid
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B
Article Title:
City Council to vote on reorganization
Author:
Riordan, Kevin
Publication Date:
August 24, 1994
Subject:
Politics & Government
Abstract:
Several departments renamed, salaries increased
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
3B
Article Title:
Lockheed Martin merger will cost jobs [Effect]: Officials say, however, that it's too early to know the local impact of the $10 billion deal
Publication Date:
August 31, 1994
Subject:
Martin Marietta Corporation
Abstract:
Proposed merger of Martin Marietta and Lockheed
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 10A
Article Title:
Inside the Delaware River Port Authority: Who's running the money machine?
Author:
Moore, Lee
Publication Date:
August 7, 1994
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA)
Abstract:
Controversy over economic results of DRPA actions
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 10A