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:
Guard may aid Camden blight fight [Topic: The city wants help in demolishing vacant buildings used to commit crimes]
Publication Date:
March 29, 1996
Subject:
Narcotics and Crime
Abstract:
The National Guard is considering a city request for help with demolishing vacant buildings used for illegal activities
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Business group proposes a new vision for Camden
Publication Date:
March 31, 1996
Subject:
City Image
Abstract:
The Niles Communication Group and PaperWorks Design and Reproduction are seeking $188,000 in start-up money from the DRPA and other public agencies. They have produced a 12 page plan to the boost the city's image according to PaperWorks owner Mark Ricks
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Tri-county liquor licenses
Publication Date:
March 31, 1996
Subject:
Statistics
Abstract:
Number of liquor licenses by municipality
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
11A
Article Title:
Role of Webster's 'adviser' still in question
Publication Date:
March 10, 1996
Subject:
Ricks, Jim, Webster, Arnold
Abstract:
Influence of Jim Ricks, advisor to Mayor Arnold Webster - minuses and pluses
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
10A
Article Title:
Jobs, housing part of mayor's 'holistic' vision
Publication Date:
March 11, 1996
Subject:
Urban Renewal, Waterfront, Webster, Arnold
Abstract:
Plans of Mayor to revitalize city
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
4A
Article Title:
Tete-A-Tete: Tom Rooney, executive director of the new Song-Blockbluster arena, envisions an entertainment mecca on Camden's waterfront
Publication Date:
May 1, 1995
Subject:
Blockbuster-Sony Music Entertainment Centre
Abstract:
Interview with Tom Rooney
Source:
Seven Arts
Page/Section Location:
10 & 11
Article Title:
Waterfront gets on with the show [Momentum]: The Waterfront has its biggest addition since the Aquarium. E-Centre events helped dispel a fearsome image
Publication Date:
February 16, 1996
Subject:
Economic Development, Waterfront
Abstract:
Success of E-Centre, new Aquarium exhibits, plans for children's garden
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
36 & 63
Article Title:
South Jersey Economy 1996: Economic performance to play key role for candidates in upcoming presidential race
Publication Date:
February 16, 1996
Subject:
Economic Development
Abstract:
Covers job outlook, health care, transportation, business, the arts, the Waterfront, the environment, tourism, Politics & the economy, money, trade, and real estate for Burlington, Camden, & Gloucester Counties
Source:
Courier-Post
Article Title:
Hard to sell the sizzle when there's no steak
Publication Date:
April 2, 1996
Subject:
City Image
Abstract:
Concludes that any organization which would consider giving $188,000 to Mark Ricks for his public relations program to combat Camden's negative image must have rocks in its head
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
6A
Article Title:
Camden cracks down on private car refueling, cash accounts
Publication Date:
April 4, 1996
Subject:
Camden Audit
Abstract:
Camden Budget Review and Quality Management Task force meets to study the audit and work on plans to implement recommendations
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
4B
Article Title:
Progress urged on Camden EZ plan
Publication Date:
April 4, 1996
Subject:
Empowerment Zone
Abstract:
Federal and state officials are pressing city to get its act together
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 5A
Article Title:
Supermarket in N. Camden dealt setback
Publication Date:
April 4, 1996
Subject:
North Camden, Supermarkets
Abstract:
The Camden Redevelopment Agency rejected tentative financing of the proposed supermarket at 7th and Linden Streets
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
16A
Article Title:
State task force hailed for cutting Camden crime
Publication Date:
April 5, 1996
Subject:
Crime
Abstract:
State police-led task force has made more than 500 narcotics arrests
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 5A
Article Title:
Firms express interest in CCMUA
Publication Date:
April 5, 1996
Subject:
Camden County Municipal Utilities Authority (CCMUA)
Abstract:
County officials met with firms who want to run the privatized sewer authority
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 6B
Article Title:
Lawyer out at Parking Authority
Publication Date:
April 6, 1996
Subject:
Camden Parking Authority
Abstract:
Martin McKernan Jr., longtime counsel to the Camden Parking Authority, has resigned over the decision to reject the lowest bidder for the insurance contract
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B
Article Title:
Politics, turf wars combine to make Camden planning enemy of progress
Publication Date:
April 7, 1996
Subject:
Camden Redevelopment Agency, City Planning
Abstract:
Camden Audit recommended that the city move to centralized planning but turf wars and politics as usual prevail. Nonprofit agencies are city's bright spot. Profiles of major planning units
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 9A & 10A
Article Title:
School tax under fire in Camden
Publication Date:
April 8, 1996
Subject:
Board of Education, Elections, Public Schools
Abstract:
Although state and federal subsidies are higher than last year, the value of the city tax base has fallen leaving a large shortfall. Problems with nepotism and overpaid administrative personnel are discussed
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Camden urged to bet on Waterfront gambling
Publication Date:
April 10, 1996
Subject:
Gambling, Waterfront
Abstract:
United States Gaming Development Inc. proposes a gigantic bingo hall and casino complex on the waterfront. The proponents are seeking an indian tribe to sponsor 'the Lucky Teepee' project
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Police cracking down on prostitutes
Publication Date:
April 12, 1996
Subject:
Prostitution
Abstract:
Camden police sweeps of prostitutes are causing prostitutes to relocate to Pennsauken and streets other than Admiral Wilson Blvd
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Board fills Camden council seat
Publication Date:
April 13, 1996
Subject:
City Council
Abstract:
Divided council appointed William Spearman, President of Parkside Business and Community in Partnership, to fill the vacancy until the special election
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
4B
Article Title:
The mall of tomorrow
Publication Date:
April 16, 1996
Subject:
Shopping Centers
Abstract:
Cherry Hill Mall opened 35 years ago; first enclosed mall east of the Mississippi, developed by James Rouse who recently died
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1D & 2D
Article Title:
Harlem restaurant reconsidering move to camden
Publication Date:
April 17, 1996
Subject:
Economic Development, Project Arizona, Restaurants
Abstract:
The owner of Sylvia's Restaurant is looking to Philadelphia and Atlanta but he is not ruling out locating in Camden someday
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A
Article Title:
Camden Housing Authority ousts Adkins as chairman
Publication Date:
April 18, 1996
Subject:
Housing Authority of the City of Camden (HACC)
Abstract:
He is replaced by Santiago Ilarraza
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
9A
Article Title:
Camden to honor its civil rights activists
Publication Date:
April 19, 1996
Subject:
Civil Rights, Sharp, Charles 'Poppy', Activist
Abstract:
Civil Rights activists: Rev. Sam Appel, Charles 'Poppy' Sharp, Hector Rodriguez, Malik Chaka (Michael Edwards), Ruth Coleman, Ronald Evans, the Rev. William King, the Rev. Donald Griesmann, Gualberto Medina, Roy Jones, and Mangaliso Davis are honored at b
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
12A
Article Title:
Webster announces 3 projects
Publication Date:
April 19, 1996
Subject:
Project Arizona, Webster, Arnold
Abstract:
Mayor Webster announced plans to prepare three sites for development including one at Broadway and Mickle Blvd.
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
There's no place like home
Publication Date:
April 19, 1996
Subject:
Housing, North Camden
Abstract:
North Camden Land Trust completes four houses on Elm Street; most of the construction work done by the North Camden Community Builders a Land Trust spinoff that employs neighborhood residents
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
14A
Article Title:
NJ Transit bid greeted with caution
Publication Date:
April 20, 1996
Subject:
Local Transit
Abstract:
NJ Transit awarded a $6 million engineering contract to design a system for bringing rail service to Gloucester County
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B
Article Title:
Block by block: Leaders take a street-level approach to solving the massive social and economic problems that block Camden's path to a brighter future
Publication Date:
April 21, 1996
Subject:
Narcotics and Crime
Abstract:
More than 100 neighbors participated in a cleanup, sponsored by the Camden Neighborhood Renaissance of a section of Parkside; they cleaned up debris, painted over graffiti, and boarded up abandoned homes. Police made drug sweeps in the neighborhood
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A
Article Title:
State gets tough with Camden, NJ prepared to intervene in EZ project
Publication Date:
April 23, 1996
Subject:
Empowerment Zone
Abstract:
Whitman administration loses patience, poised to intervene
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 5A
Article Title:
Board renews contract of Camden school chief
Publication Date:
April 24, 1996
Subject:
Board of Education
Abstract:
Contract of Superintendent Roy J. Dawson Jr.'s contract renewed by Board of Education despite criticism of two board members. Gordon Sunket elected president and Dwaine Williams vice president
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 5A
Article Title:
Group planning to restore site
Publication Date:
April 25, 1996
Subject:
Latin American Economic Development Association (LAEDA)
Abstract:
LAEDA will spend $1.3 million to renovate the former Smith-Austermuhl building at North 5th and Market; it will become the new home for LAEDA
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
3B
Article Title:
Controversial water pipeline set for dedication
Publication Date:
April 25, 1996
Subject:
Delaware River, Water Supply
Abstract:
New Jersey American Water Co's $187 million Delaware River treatment and pipeline will be dedicated this Friday. Problems still remain
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 5A
Article Title:
Waterfront conflict worries councilmen [Plan]: Questions are raised over whether the tax appeal process is being used to pressure sale of Campbell property
Publication Date:
April 25, 1996
Subject:
Cooper's Ferry Development Association (CFDA), Waterfront
Abstract:
Mayor attempts to pressure Campbell Soup to sell 11 acres of Waterfront land; land to be part of parcel to be used by developer, Ray L. LeFlore of Canflore to build a hotel office building complex. Rest of parcel controlled by CFDA
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Recycling firm won't move to Camden
Publication Date:
April 26, 1996
Subject:
Economic Development
Abstract:
Earth Care Products claims low-interest loan offered by the DRPA wasn't enough to make up for delays. DRPA will bypass city in future and keep control of about $5 million it had planned to turn over to the city for loans
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Housing cases fail to benefit Camden
Publication Date:
April 27, 1996
Subject:
Housing, Mount Laurel Decisions
Abstract:
Unused developer's fees from a Camden housing project completed by Peter O'Connor will be used to build rental apartments in Mount Laurel
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Riverbus service returns with added attraction
Publication Date:
April 27, 1996
Subject:
Ferry Service
Abstract:
Trip will be extended to a 20 minute ride in off-peak hours
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Changeling: E-Centre prepares for its next transformation
Publication Date:
April 28, 1996
Subject:
Blockbuster-Sony Music Entertainment Centre, South Jersey Performing Arts Center (SJPAC)
Abstract:
South Jersey Performing Arts Center inaugurates the Walter Rand Theater. Official opening will be Saturday. Explains relationship between the E-Centre, the SJPAC, and the Walter Rand Theater
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1E
Article Title:
Rebuilding of Camden complex set
Publication Date:
April 30, 1996
Subject:
Public Housing, McGuire Gardens
Abstract:
Rebuilding of McGuire Gardens progresses; construction to begin in October
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Empowerment Zone takes first step toward reality
Publication Date:
July 16, 1995
Subject:
Empowerment Zone
Abstract:
City Council approves memorandum of agreement between Philadelphia and Camden
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
4B
Article Title:
'Healing Meeting' of Camden leaders
Publication Date:
July 16, 1995
Subject:
African Americans, Hispanic Americans
Abstract:
African-American leaders meet in a reconciliation breakfast
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Mayor seeks developer for Waterfront [Project]: Arnold Webster wants a New York firm to take over work in Camden from the Cooper's Ferry Development Association
Publication Date:
May 1, 1996
Subject:
Camden Redevelopment Agency, City Planning, Waterfront, Webster, Arnold
Abstract:
Mayor Webster to ask Camden Redevelopment Authority to authorize Canflore Inc. to develop Waterfront
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
160 get pink slips at Camden schools
Publication Date:
May 1, 1996
Subject:
Public Schools
Abstract:
City school district sends lay off slips to 160 teachers
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Curtain rises on Waterfront
Publication Date:
May 3, 1996
Subject:
South Jersey Performing Arts Center (SJPAC)
Abstract:
Official opening of the Walter Rand Theater at the South Jersey Performing Arts Center
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
11F
Article Title:
Port Corp. sets terms for merger
Publication Date:
May 3, 1996
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA), Ports of Philadelphia and Camden (PPC), South Jersey Port Corporation (SJPC)
Abstract:
South Jersey Port Corporation agreed to relinquish its assets to the N.J. Economic Development Authority instead of the Ports of Philadelphia and Camden. Concerns over structure of the PPC
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Webster lays blame for failings of Camden [Speech]: He said his administration's failings are largely fabricated by the media or his opponents
Publication Date:
May 5, 1996
Subject:
Webster, Arnold
Abstract:
Mayor lambasts press, politicians, bureaucrats, uncooperative state, county and city officials
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 9B
Article Title:
Violent crime increases in Camden. FBI: Trend runs counter to data in other cities
Publication Date:
May 5, 1996
Subject:
Crime
Abstract:
Chart, 6A, preliminary 1995 crime statistics
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A
Article Title:
Error delays $10M Camden project: Chelton Terrace deal had incorrect figures on wage rates
Publication Date:
May 8, 1996
Subject:
Housing Authority of the City of Camden (HACC), Public Housing
Abstract:
Errors in the bid specifications for the $10 million renovation at Chelton Terrace delay the project and enrage tenants
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A
Article Title:
Camden sewer system upgrades could cost $150M
Publication Date:
May 8, 1996
Subject:
Sewage Disposal
Abstract:
Sewer bills could rise by about $45 or almost 40%
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
14A
Article Title:
Camden withdraws offer for land
Publication Date:
May 16, 1996
Subject:
Campbell Soup Company, Waterfront
Abstract:
City Council orders policy change to avoid attempting to force Campbell Soup to sell 11 acres of Waterfront property
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
4B
Article Title:
Whitman: School aid will rise: State pledges to fund core curriculum
Publication Date:
May 18, 1996
Subject:
Education, Finance, Public Schools
Abstract:
Table on 4A, 'Projected State Aid for Schools for 1997-98' for Burlington, Camden, and Gloucester townships
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Monitor named for Camden's finances [Role]: The state appointee's job is to stop shoddy record keeping and other improper procedures for awarding contracts.
Publication Date:
May 18, 1996
Subject:
Camden Audit
Abstract:
Robert Law of Mantua appointed as watchdog over Camden finances
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
While a Dying City Languishes, A State Battles to Take Control
Publication Date:
May 19, 1996
Subject:
Cooper's Ferry Development Association (CFDA), Waterfront, Webster, Arnold
Abstract:
Explores Mayor Arnold Webster's battles with the state and Cooper's Ferry
Source:
New York Times
Page/Section Location:
1 & 31
Article Title:
School chief staying focused [In Control]: Roy J. Dawson, Jr. is trying to fulfill his goals for Camden despite enduring a fight for his job
Publication Date:
May 20, 1996
Subject:
Public Schools
Abstract:
Goals for 2000 include Construction of a 'state of the art' high school, expansion of Medical Arts High School, creation of a performing arts high school, creation of campaign for greater parental involvement
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
CCMUA bond fraud trial to start [Case]: Nicholas Rudi, the former Camden County administrator, faces extortion and fraud charges.
Publication Date:
May 20, 1996
Subject:
Camden County Municipal Utilities Authority (CCMUA), Corruption, Political
Abstract:
Jury selection slated to begin the federal trial of Nicholas Rudi and Joseph Salema charged with taking kickbacks in CCMUA bond sales
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Whitman takes two secret tours of Camden [Action]: After witnessing drug arrests and vacant buildings, the governor said steps will be taken to make the drug trade more difficult
Publication Date:
May 23, 1996
Subject:
Urban conditions
Abstract:
Governor Christie Whitman, on two separate nights, this month took an undercover tour of Camden; she reaffirms her decision to have state police patrol but says a gradual fade out is inevitable
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 5A
Article Title:
Camden warned as troopers leave: Whitman to Webster: If reform fails, state police should return
Publication Date:
May 24, 1996
Subject:
Police
Abstract:
Whitman claims city police doing better job; State Police assignment never intended to be permanent
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Controversial housing plan redesigned
Publication Date:
May 30, 1996
Subject:
Housing
Abstract:
Proposal by Michaels Development Co. Inc for a subsidized apartment complex at Master and Van Hook Streets in Centerville has been revised. The project was formerly known as the Camden Apartments; the Michaels Development Co. has now partnered with forme
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B
Article Title:
Camden enforcing daytime curfew: Law cracks down on truant school kids
Publication Date:
May 31, 1996
Subject:
Public Schools
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 3B
Article Title:
Empowerment Zone pact signed: Agreement to help Camden get $21 million
Publication Date:
June 4, 1996
Subject:
Empowerment Zone, U.S. Housing & Urban Development Dept. (HUD)
Abstract:
HUD agrees to release Empowerment Zone Funds to Camden Empowerment Zone Corp.
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 5A
Article Title:
Former Gov. Cahill dies: Haddonfield resident introduced lottery, fought for income tax
Publication Date:
July 2, 1996
Subject:
Biography, Cahill, William T.
Abstract:
William T. Cahill, grew up in Camden, and represented Camden in the U.S. Congress. He attended the Rutgers Law School in Camden
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A
Article Title:
Bring in bulldozers to gut urban jungle
Publication Date:
June 4, 1996
Subject:
Housing
Abstract:
Editorial and responses on razing building in Camden
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
6A
Article Title:
Woman honored as 3 millionth Aquarium visitor [Sea Life]: Two new exhibits are cited for the Aquarium's 15% increase in attendance
Publication Date:
July 3, 1996
Subject:
New Jersey State Aquarium
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
More Camden police fill trooper void.
Publication Date:
June 8, 1996
Subject:
Drug Abuse, Police
Abstract:
24 officers redeployed to compensate for withdrawal of state troopers; officers reassigned from special assignments to general patrols during peak crime hours of 7 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 3B
Article Title:
Animal control: Out of control. The lack of a policy may lead to sanitation and health problems
Publication Date:
July 7, 1996
Subject:
Animal Welfare
Abstract:
County Freeholders forced to face problem of strays after one of four private shelters is forced to close because of lack of funds; 85% of strays come from city
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 8A
Article Title:
HUD official sees plight of public housing [Tour]: State HUD director toured Westfield Acres public housing development in East Camden
Publication Date:
July 10, 1996
Subject:
Housing Authority of the City of Camden (HACC), Public Housing, U.S. Housing & Urban Development Dept. (HUD)
Abstract:
State HUD Director, Carmen Valenti, director of the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development office in Newark, met with tenant leaders, and toured Westfield Acres and other developments
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Webster says firing not linked to probe
Publication Date:
July 10, 1996
Subject:
Webster, Arnold, Politics & Government
Abstract:
The firing of city public works chief, Carl Bowles, not connected with a state investigation of potential corruption in the Dept., explains Mayor Webster
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
CCMUA ready to fight state over planned rate boost
Publication Date:
June 12, 1996
Subject:
Camden County Municipal Utilities Authority (CCMUA), Sewage Disposal
Abstract:
CCMUA is rallying support to fight proposed state regulations that would raise residential sewer rates by $125 a year per household
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
10A
Article Title:
Panel: Audit spurs change in Camden
Publication Date:
July 11, 1996
Subject:
Camden Audit
Abstract:
The Camden Budget Review and Quality Management Task Force representatives said the city has saved $550,000 through job elimination and raised millions in additional revenue and grants
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
State rejects Enterprise Zone budget [Impact]: The action halts operations until Camden submits a strategic action plan
Publication Date:
June 13, 1996
Subject:
Urban Enterprise Zones (UEZ)
Abstract:
City zone lacks accountability and 'a history of lackluster participation'
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Suburban towns homing in on Gloucester City [Goal]: Gloucester
Publication Date:
July 15, 1996
Subject:
Mount Laurel Decisions, Housing
Abstract:
Despite misgivings from housing advocate Peter O'Connor, Gloucester City is willing to accept funds to help fix up homes in a 'regional contribution agreement.' Camden City has not benefited from these funds because of feeling on part of suburban officia
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A
Article Title:
Camden moves closer to raising water, sewer fees.
Publication Date:
June 14, 1996
Subject:
Sewage Disposal
Abstract:
City Council takes first steps to raise municipal and sewer rates; increases needed for capital improvements and to make up for losses in tax ratables
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B
Article Title:
DRPA will decide if it should resume charitable giving
Publication Date:
July 17, 1996
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA)
Abstract:
DRPA to decide if it should continue tradition of contributing some of money collected at toll booths to charity. $86,000 donated to 20 nonprofit groups in 1995, list of grant recipients.. Although decision made to establish foundation, still some conce
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Plans blooming to restore park to former splendor
Publication Date:
July 18, 1996
Subject:
Parks, Municipal, Walt Whitman Cultural Arts Center
Abstract:
The New Jersey Historic Trust announced the award of a $186,038 matching grant for the restoration of Johnson Park. The Park surrounds the Walt Whitman Cultural Arts Center and is owned by Rutgers University
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
One block illuminates Camden's struggle with abandoned houses
Publication Date:
July 21, 1996
Subject:
Camden Churches Organized for People (CCOP), Housing
Abstract:
Street in South Camden is portrayed as typical of other streets in Camden with abandoned housing
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A
Article Title:
Drive ongoing to alter county government.
Publication Date:
June 9, 1996
Subject:
Camden County, County Charters
Abstract:
The Coalition for Charter Change is attempting to raise $30,000 to hire professionals to gather signatures for its ongoing petition drive to change Camden County government
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B
Article Title:
Camden gets 'brownfield' grant to help bring in new business.
Publication Date:
June 14, 1996
Subject:
Pollution
Abstract:
Camden was awarded a $100,000 grant to test and assess mildly polluted areas that were vacated when industries left the city
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
6A
Article Title:
Anatomy of a $25,000 consultant's report [In Camden]: the city parking authority paid more than $700 a page for a 35-page feasibility study of electric cars. No contract was involved...
Publication Date:
July 21, 1996
Subject:
Camden Parking Authority, Ricks, James H.
Abstract:
Consulting firm operated by Jim Ricks was paid $25,000 for a feasibility study of the use of electric cars for uses such as meter collection
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 8B
Article Title:
Panel notches $2M turnaround. State takes credit for surplus in Camden
Publication Date:
July 21, 1996
Subject:
Camden Parking Authority
Abstract:
Recent audit shows state-appointed managers have led the Parking Authority from a deficit to a large surplus
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 8B
Article Title:
An Anniversary of Spirit and History: The Story of the Macedonia African Methodist Church is rooted in the cause of freedom
Publication Date:
June 18, 1996
Subject:
Churches
Abstract:
164th anniversary of the Macedonia African Methodist Church (AME) at 261 Spruce Street. The church was a station on the Underground Railroad
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1D & 2D
Article Title:
Renewal program announced; N.J. gives Camden $8M for housing
Publication Date:
June 18, 1996
Subject:
Housing
Abstract:
Governor Christie Whitman toured Camden after announcing program, 'A Better Camden' which will provide funds for razing and boarding vacant buildings, building new housing units, purchasing new cars for the Police Dept and a campaign against illegal dumpi
Source:
Courier-Post
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1A & 4A
Article Title:
N.J. unveils study on $1B expansion of Speed Line [Details]: The study recommends that new rail lines in Burlington and Gloucester counties connect in Camden. Glouco riders would be required to change trains.
Publication Date:
July 25, 1996
Subject:
Local Trains
Abstract:
New Jersey Transit study
Source:
Courier-Post
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2A & 5A
Article Title:
$1.1 million grant opens door on Waterfront to small arts group
Publication Date:
June 30, 1996
Subject:
South Jersey Performing Arts Center (SJPAC), Waterfront
Abstract:
Funds will outfit two classrooms and a small 100 seat theater suitable for chamber music
Source:
Courier-Post
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1D
Article Title:
Audit: Camden housing agency wasted millions [Report]: The U.S. says a takeover of the agency, a third-party manager or a new partnership is needed
Publication Date:
July 26, 1996
Subject:
Housing Authority of the City of Camden (HACC), Public Housing, U.S. Housing & Urban Development Dept. (HUD)
Abstract:
Audit of Camden Housing Authority blasts management and hiring practices
Source:
Courier-Post
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1A & 4A
Article Title:
Camden EZ to get boost on the river [Deal]: The $33 million project includes a new pier and warehouse
Publication Date:
June 30, 1996
Subject:
Empowerment Zone, Waterfront
Abstract:
$33 million Kaighn Point project is the first major investment in the city's newly created Empowerment Zone; the site is owned by Tom Holt, the region's largest private marine operator
Source:
Courier-Post
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1B & 10B
Article Title:
Survey: Raze 700 buildings in Camden
Publication Date:
July 26, 1996
Subject:
Fire Department, Housing
Abstract:
Recently completed survey by Camden Fire Dept. indicates there are 2,792 abandoned buildings in the city, including 700 which should be demolished immediately because they present an 'imminent hazard.' Fire Dept. compiling a database categorizing the vac
Source:
Courier-Post
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1B & 2B
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Sources: City school officials subpoenaed [Spending]: The spending practices of Camden school board members are under question
Publication Date:
July 27, 1996
Subject:
Board of Education
Abstract:
Federal grand jury issued subpoenas to several current and form Camden School Board officials
Source:
Courier-Post
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1A & 6A
Article Title:
State to provide $5M for Lanning Square renewal.
Publication Date:
June 16, 1996
Subject:
Housing Rehabilitation, Lanning Square
Abstract:
Gov. Christie Whitman plans to supply more than $5 million in state loans to revitalize the Lanning Square neighborhood
Source:
Courier-Post
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1A & 10A
Article Title:
Alliance proposed to develop industry [Purpose]: The group would focus on bringing good jobs to Camden
Publication Date:
June 16, 1996
Subject:
Economic Development
Abstract:
Proposed venture by city, county and private agencies; later named the Camden City Industrial Development Corp; to be headed by Camden City Attorney, Morris Smith, who will resign this position. The main objective of the Corp. will be creation of jobs an
Source:
Courier-Post
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1B & 6B
Article Title:
Critics seek to prevent port merger.
Publication Date:
June 17, 1996
Subject:
Ports of Philadelphia and Camden (PPC)
Abstract:
Critics claim New Jersey will be hurt by merger of ports
Source:
Courier-Post
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1B & 2B
Article Title:
Audit: Salaries, perks drain DRPA; Study recommends layoffs, cutbacks
Publication Date:
June 23, 1996
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA)
Abstract:
KPMG Peat Marwick study released last week
Source:
Courier-Post
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1B & 3B
Article Title:
Camden to repay $5M in school aid [Deal]: The disputed money stems from a program offering free school lunches
Publication Date:
July 31, 1996
Subject:
Board of Education
Abstract:
The City Board of Education has agreed to repay the state $5 million in school aid money for which the school district could not provide documentation
Source:
Courier-Post
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1A & 5A
Article Title:
Students' future linked to past
Publication Date:
June 23, 1996
Subject:
Education - Statistics
Abstract:
Correlation between high school attended and future. Table: Where they go after graduation (list of high schools and & percentage who went to 4-year, 2-year and other options)
Source:
Courier-Post
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7B
Article Title:
Urban farm proposed for waterfront. Greenhouses set for Camden EZ
Publication Date:
July 31, 1996
Subject:
Empowerment Zone, Waterfront
Abstract:
American Resource Technologies Inc. proposes $6.5 million facility to grow vegetables and fish under greenhouse-type domes in the Poet's Row Industrial Park
Source:
Courier-Post
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1A & 5A
Article Title:
Camden house, family receive fresh start
Publication Date:
July 31, 1996
Subject:
Housing
Abstract:
House at 30th & Mickle was renovated by the St. Joseph's Carpenter Society. Points out problems of securing title to vacant houses especially when owned by speculators
Source:
Courier-Post
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1B & 3B
Article Title:
Dream takes root in Camden: Horticultural exhibit planned.
Publication Date:
June 25, 1996
Subject:
Waterfront
Abstract:
The Camden City Garden Club is working on a plan to turn a three-acre tract on the Waterfront, next to the Aquarium, into a $5 million Children's Garden
Source:
Courier-Post
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1B & 3B
Article Title:
Housing audit is criticized by officials
Publication Date:
July 31, 1996
Subject:
Housing Authority of the City of Camden (HACC), Public Housing, U.S. Housing & Urban Development Dept. (HUD)
Abstract:
Santiago Ilarraza, Chairman of the CHA Board, claims the audit harps on failures of the past and ignores current progress
Source:
Courier-Post
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1B
Article Title:
Camden board approves plan to save 150 jobs
Publication Date:
June 25, 1996
Subject:
Board of Education, Public Schools
Abstract:
Camden School Board approved a plan to save jobs for 150 employees
Source:
Courier-Post
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1B
Article Title:
Audit rips housing authority
Publication Date:
June 27, 1996
Subject:
Housing Authority of the City of Camden (HACC), U.S. Housing & Urban Development Dept. (HUD)
Abstract:
Federal report detailed mismanagement and dilapidated living condition at Camden Housing Authority developments
Source:
Courier-Post
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1A & 5A
Article Title:
Camden council to consider municipal tax rate hike.
Publication Date:
June 26, 1996
Subject:
City Council, Taxation
Abstract:
City Council set to vote on measure boosting the municipal tax rate by 13 cents
Source:
Courier-Post
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1B
Article Title:
Where the action is in Camden County: Cherry Hill.
Publication Date:
June 23, 1996
Subject:
Politics & Government
Abstract:
The city is still the seat of county government but Cherry Hill has become the county power center
Source:
Philadelphia Inquirer
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2B