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:
$89 Million Project: 81,000 Seen Patronizing Speed Line
Publication Date:
May 6, 1959
Subject:
High Speed Line
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1 & 2
Article Title:
Malandra Queried: Will He Quit Criminal Law Practice If?
Publication Date:
May 7, 1959
Subject:
Elections, City Commission
Abstract:
Angelo D. Malanda was asked if he would continue practicing law if elected Mayor
Source:
Courier-Post
Article Title:
Mum on Platform: Brunner Nod Finally Given 'Hall' Slate
Publication Date:
May 7, 1959
Subject:
Brunner, George E., Elections, City Commission
Abstract:
Mayor Brunner endorses 'Home Rule for Progress' slate
Source:
Courier-Post
Article Title:
Dumps and Dirt Streets: Watson in Dilemma: How to 'Sell' Abbott To 'Dust Bowl' Voters
Publication Date:
May 8, 1959
Subject:
Democratic Party, Elections, City Commission
Abstract:
Committeeman Timothy Watson has task of selling Democratic ticket
Source:
Courier-Post
Article Title:
Police Protection Seen Inadequate by 13 City Commission Aspirants: SOC Ticket Answers in Church Poll
Publication Date:
May 9, 1959
Subject:
Elections, City Commission, Pierce, Alfred R., Police
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1 & 3
Article Title:
Cites 20 Years of Administration Promises: Cahill Calls for Election of Save Our City Ticket
Publication Date:
May 11, 1959
Subject:
Elections, City Commission, Pierce, Alfred R.
Abstract:
Support for Save Our City Ticket
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1 & 21
Article Title:
Camden 28' activists to hold reunion
Publication Date:
May 19, 1998
Subject:
Camden 28, Vietnamese Conflict, 1961-75
Abstract:
Monsignor Michael Doyle and the Camden 28 hold reunion
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B
Article Title:
Camden County's drug court touts its successes
Publication Date:
May 31, 1998
Subject:
Narcotics and Crime
Abstract:
Pilot drug court established two years ago
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
11A
Article Title:
No repair in sight for water system
Publication Date:
June 12, 1998
Subject:
New Jersey-American Water Co., Water Supply
Abstract:
City attempts to privatize water system; New Jersey-American Water Co. decides not to bid.
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 8A
Article Title:
12 DRPA workers fired for protest on bridge
Publication Date:
June 13, 1998
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA), Trade Unions
Abstract:
Traffic halted on Ben Franklin Bridge for over an hour
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A
Article Title:
Bailout deal for Camden has strings
Publication Date:
June 20, 1998
Subject:
Budget, Municipal
Abstract:
State and city officials negotiate on supply, by state, of an additional $15 to help balance city budget
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 3B
Article Title:
Bayonne, battleship: Imperfect together
Publication Date:
June 22, 1998
Subject:
Waterfront
Abstract:
Reporter visits Bayonne
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Regional port agency in need of more funds
Publication Date:
June 24, 1998
Subject:
South Jersey Port Corporation (SJPC)
Abstract:
Funds needed to pay back taxes to Camden County
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
14D & 13D
Article Title:
Camden budget oversight board unconstitutional
Publication Date:
June 30, 1998
Subject:
Budget, Municipal
Abstract:
State Office of Legislative Services claims board not legal
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Camden adopts budget despite doubts about state deal
Publication Date:
July 1, 1998
Subject:
Budget, Municipal
Abstract:
City adopts $115 budget despite concerns over deal with state to supply additional $15M to help balance city budget
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
DRPA OKs deal for electronic tolls
Publication Date:
July 6, 1998
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA)
Abstract:
E-Z Pass to be implemented
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 8A
Article Title:
USS New Jersey panel to visit Camden
Publication Date:
July 9, 1998
Subject:
Battleship USS New Jersey
Abstract:
Battleship New Jersey Commission to visit Camden to inspect a possible Delaware River site for the USS New Jersey
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Whitman places Camden under special review board
Publication Date:
July 9, 1998
Subject:
Budget, Municipal
Abstract:
Declaring Camden's finances in 'extreme difficulty', Whitman places city under special review board
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
DRPA won't bargain with battling union
Publication Date:
July 9, 1998
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA), Trade Unions
Abstract:
Union recognition in doubt
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
18D
Article Title:
Local man on panel to move battleship
Publication Date:
July 20, 1998
Subject:
Battleship USS New Jersey
Abstract:
Joseph Dyer from Pennsville was appointed to the Battleship Commission
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
City officials board up list's last vacant home
Publication Date:
July 28, 1998
Subject:
Housing
Abstract:
Last of vacant houses boarded up
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Camden mayor settling in after first year in office
Publication Date:
June 16, 1998
Subject:
Milan, Milton
Abstract:
Mayor assumes lower-key role
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 3B
Article Title:
Camden schools not being taken over
Publication Date:
June 22, 1998
Subject:
Public Schools
Abstract:
Asst. Commissioner for State Department of Education cites signs of improvement in city schools
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Nipper' coming back to city
Publication Date:
May 3, 1998
Subject:
Radio Corporation of America (RCA)
Abstract:
New versions of the four stained glass 'Nipper' windows to be installed this summer
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 8A
Article Title:
Nipper may be home to science again
Publication Date:
May 24, 1998
Subject:
Radio Corporation of America (RCA)
Abstract:
Rutgers University wants to turn the Nipper building into a Nutraceutical Institute
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1E
Article Title:
Waterfront property purchase OK'd
Publication Date:
July 16, 1998
Subject:
Campbell Soup Company, Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA), Waterfront
Abstract:
Purchase of 26 waterfront acres from Campbell Soup Co. approved
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
16D & 13D
Article Title:
E-Centre concerts hit sour note
Publication Date:
July 16, 1998
Subject:
Blockbuster-Sony Music Entertainment Centre
Abstract:
Neighbors seek relief from rowdy crowds, drug use and noise
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 10A
Article Title:
Aerial tram would be boon to Camden Waterfront
Publication Date:
August 14, 1998
Subject:
Tram, Waterfront
Abstract:
Planned aerial tram could open New Year's Eve 1999
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 3B
Article Title:
Holt loses bid for N.J. reimbursement
Publication Date:
June 25, 1998
Subject:
Blockbuster-Sony Music Entertainment Centre, South Jersey Port Corporation (SJPC), Waterfront
Abstract:
Thomas Holt claims the state promised to pay him $14 million in construction costs for vacating warehouse site needed for E-Centre
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
16D
Article Title:
Industrial park proposed in South Camden
Publication Date:
March 1, 1998
Subject:
Industrial Development, South Camden
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
57 & 69
Article Title:
Last 2 sentenced in Cooper fraud
Publication Date:
July 2, 1998
Subject:
Cooper Health System
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 8A
Article Title:
Cooper Health System plans employee layoffs
Publication Date:
June 20, 1998
Subject:
Cooper Health System
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Lourdes will buy Rancocas Hospital
Publication Date:
August 1, 1998
Subject:
Cooper Health System, Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center
Abstract:
Lourdes to purchase Allegheny University Hospital, Rancocas in Willingboro; Cooper also interested
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A
Article Title:
Cooper heart unit on way to recovery
Publication Date:
April 11, 1998
Subject:
Cooper Health System
Abstract:
Oct 1997, 12 of 13 Staff cardiologists left to take higher paying jobs
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 8A
Article Title:
Camden loses bid for USS New Jersey
Publication Date:
September 11, 1998
Subject:
Battleship USS New Jersey
Abstract:
Battleship Commission votes to dock USS New Jersey at Bayonne
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 7A
Article Title:
Camden OKs contract with U.S. Water
Publication Date:
September 11, 1998
Subject:
U.S. Water of Chicago, Water Supply
Abstract:
City Council approves contract to hire U.S. Water to manage the municipal water and sewer systems
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
City councilman urges probe into U.S. Water deal
Publication Date:
September 12, 1998
Subject:
City Council, U.S. Water of Chicago, Water Supply
Abstract:
Councilman Gilbert 'Whip' Wilson has asked the Camden County prosecutor to investigate the awarding of the contract to privatize the water systems
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Camden Police Department: Force in Disarray
Publication Date:
13-15 September 1998
Subject:
Police
Abstract:
Camden Police Department: Force in Disarray; three part series based on six-month investigation
Source:
Courier-Post
Article Title:
Camden district is setting trend with school-based health clinics
Publication Date:
September 14, 1998
Subject:
Public Schools
Abstract:
School-based health services expanded
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
3B
Article Title:
Lawmakers to review decision on battleship
Publication Date:
September 18, 1998
Subject:
Battleship USS New Jersey
Abstract:
Congressional subcommittee to scrutinize commission's recommendation. Camden County Board of Freeholders petitions the Superior Court Appellate Division
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A
Article Title:
Port unification deal may be dead
Publication Date:
September 23, 1998
Subject:
Ports of Philadelphia and Camden (PPC), South Jersey Port Corporation (SJPC)
Abstract:
Proposed port unification appears dead; South Jersey Port Corporation prepares for future
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
8C
Article Title:
Judge dismisses county lawsuit
Publication Date:
July 1, 1998
Subject:
Camden County, Corruption, Political, Democratic Party
Abstract:
Lawsuit brought by Camden County against Rahn J. Farris, former owner of the Sears Building, is dismissed
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
5B
Article Title:
City Hall will be basking in light
Publication Date:
July 30, 1998
Subject:
City Hall
Abstract:
Clock to be illuminated for the first time in decades
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A
Article Title:
Study urges changes in Camden Fire Department
Publication Date:
August 23, 1998
Subject:
Fire Department
Abstract:
Study of Fire Dept. recommends that city close two engine companies
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 3B
Article Title:
Camden deal on water gets tentative OK
Publication Date:
August 25, 1998
Subject:
U.S. Water of Chicago, Water Supply
Abstract:
City Council gives preliminary approval to privatizing water and sewer operations
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 8A
Article Title:
Critics say NJ Transit is overpaying for rail line property
Publication Date:
August 28, 1998
Subject:
Local Transit
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
6A
Article Title:
Shipyard project will pay off
Publication Date:
August 28, 1998
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA)
Abstract:
DRPA chairman claims shipyard will benefit New Jersey
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
15A
Article Title:
Union chiefs plan to appeal layoffs
Publication Date:
August 28, 1998
Subject:
Housing Authority of the City of Camden (HACC), Public Housing, U.S. Housing & Urban Development Dept. (HUD)
Abstract:
Layoffs of Housing Authority employees scheduled for Oct. 8th
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
New Jersey battleship panel set to visit Bayonne today
Publication Date:
September 3, 1998
Subject:
Battleship USS New Jersey
Abstract:
Commissions last visit
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
4A
Article Title:
Bank, garden gain approval in Camden
Publication Date:
September 3, 1998
Subject:
Waterfront
Abstract:
Camden Redevelopment Agency approves transfer of land
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Final countdown to future of battleship New Jersey
Publication Date:
September 4, 1998
Subject:
Battleship USS New Jersey
Abstract:
Writer is chairman of the Battleship Commission
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
13A
Article Title:
Camden review board holds 1st meeting
Publication Date:
September 4, 1998
Subject:
Budget, Municipal
Abstract:
Fiscal Review Board to hold monthly meetings
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 10A
Article Title:
Animal neglect rampant in Camden, officer says
Publication Date:
September 6, 1998
Subject:
Animal Welfare
Abstract:
City's animal control officer describes conditions in Camden. Animal Adoption Center in Lindenwold low on funds
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A
Article Title:
McGuire's grave called inspiring to labor movement
Publication Date:
September 6, 1998
Subject:
McGuire, Peter J.
Abstract:
Includes biography of McGuire, founder of Labor Day
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
7A
Article Title:
Council questions use of funds for water, sewer systems; Some members want the money spent on repairs to the aged existing systems
Publication Date:
September 9, 1998
Subject:
City Council, U.S. Water of Chicago, Water Supply
Abstract:
City Council debates use o $20 million; head of state-appointed financial review board wants $20 million water privatization payment to city to be used to improve the water quality
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Lawyer is facing extortion charge
Publication Date:
September 10, 1998
Subject:
Corruption, Political
Abstract:
Joseph S. Caruso, Camden Municipal court prosecutor, charged with extorting a $5,000 contribution for a PAR he headed, in exchange for a city job
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A
Article Title:
Fired bridge workers fighting DRPA to regain jobs
Publication Date:
September 24, 1998
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA)
Abstract:
A dozen DRPA workers fired for participating in an unapproved march across the Ben Franklin Bridge to protest layoffs are a court battle to regain their jobs
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Activists see racism in incinerator sites
Publication Date:
September 24, 1998
Subject:
Environmental Racism
Abstract:
Environmental activists charge that New Jersey's garbage incinerators were built in poor areas that have a high minority population, a practice they called environmental racism
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 9A
Article Title:
Hospital closing detox center
Publication Date:
September 24, 1998
Subject:
Drug Abuse
Abstract:
West Jersey unit last remaining detoxification medical unit where patients can receive round the clock care
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 12A
Article Title:
Camden stadium hinges on financing
Publication Date:
September 26, 1998
Subject:
Baseball, Waterfront
Abstract:
Voorhees businessman seeks public financing to build minor league stadium on waterfront
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
7C & 11C
Article Title:
Camden asking N.J. to create tax revenue
Publication Date:
October 1, 1998
Subject:
Budget, Municipal, Taxation - Exemption
Abstract:
City is asking the state to allow it to collect taxes from tax exempt organizations such as the E-Centre, Cooper Hospital, and the SJPC
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A
Article Title:
Privatization agreement is still eluding CCMUA
Publication Date:
October 1, 1998
Subject:
Camden County Municipal Utilities Authority (CCMUA), U.S. Water of Chicago
Abstract:
CCMUA still negotiating with U.S. Water
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
4B
Article Title:
How do we fix Camden Police Department?
Publication Date:
October 1, 1998
Subject:
Police
Abstract:
Response to Courier-Post three part series on Police
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
19A
Article Title:
Camden police chief will retire
Publication Date:
October 3, 1998
Subject:
Police
Abstract:
City police Chief William J. Hill abruptly turned in his retirement papers
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A
Article Title:
State reviewing Camden Police
Publication Date:
October 8, 1998
Subject:
Police
Abstract:
State Division of Law & Public Safety is completing a detailed review of how the Camden police force is deployed
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Bill would tighten residency rule for Camden Police
Publication Date:
October 8, 1998
Subject:
Fire Department, Police
Abstract:
Bill sponsored in N.J. Senate to enable municipalities to favor local residents when it comes to employing police officers
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
5A
Article Title:
Milan adamant about saving city
Publication Date:
October 11, 1998
Subject:
Milan, Milton
Abstract:
Relates successes, failures, and future plans of Mayor Milan since he became mayor
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 3A
Article Title:
Camden housing agency to get new chief
Publication Date:
October 14, 1998
Subject:
Housing Authority of the City of Camden (HACC), Public Housing, U.S. Housing & Urban Development Dept. (HUD)
Abstract:
David Brown is expected to be named new executive director
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B
Article Title:
State puts Camden water contract on hold
Publication Date:
October 15, 1998
Subject:
City Council, U.S. Water of Chicago, Water Supply
Abstract:
Local Finance Board is reviewing the contract with U.S. Water
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B
Article Title:
Parties aid Aquarium's bid to turn first profit
Publication Date:
October 18, 1998
Subject:
New Jersey State Aquarium
Abstract:
Aquarium believes it will finally make a profit next year mainly by renting the Aquarium as a party spot
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 10A
Article Title:
Camden firehouses to remain unaided
Publication Date:
October 21, 1998
Subject:
Fire Department, Mischief Night
Abstract:
Other fire depts in county refuse to cover city stations on Mischief Night.
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 11A
Article Title:
Board to hire counsel for budget review
Publication Date:
October 27, 1998
Subject:
Board of Education
Abstract:
School Board to hire independent counsel to review finance report of board members
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Camden mischief thwarted
Publication Date:
October 31, 1998
Subject:
Mischief Night
Abstract:
City prepared with 3,500 volunteers
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
4A
Article Title:
Judge upholds Camden ordinance for code enforcement
Publication Date:
October 31, 1998
Subject:
Building Regulation
Abstract:
Judge refuses to set aside Camden ordinance that privatizes building code enforcement; private company to replace inspectors in Camden, Oaklyn, and Merchantville
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
S.J. group will appeal to Navy for battleship
Publication Date:
September 12, 1998
Subject:
Battleship USS New Jersey
Abstract:
Local Home Port Alliance, a South Jersey coalition, will apply directly to the Navy to bring the USS New Jersey to Camden
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Election 98: S.J. retains incumbents
Publication Date:
November 4, 1998
Subject:
Elections, Congressional, Elections, County
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 7A & 9A
Article Title:
Sale of Rancocas Hospital to Lourdes OK'd
Publication Date:
November 6, 1998
Subject:
Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
8B
Article Title:
Camden water deal closer: Needs approval of 2 state boards before Dec. 1
Publication Date:
November 7, 1998
Subject:
City Council, U.S. Water of Chicago, Water Supply
Abstract:
State-appointed board votes 6-1 to accept contract, approval of 2 state boards needed before Dec. 1; residents continue protest
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Engineers vow Delaware River channel project will be done safely
Publication Date:
November 8, 1998
Subject:
Delaware River, Pollution
Abstract:
Planned project to deepen the Delaware River from the mouth of the bay to Camden's Beckett Street Terminal stirs ecological concerns
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 3A
Article Title:
Embattled Camden cop quits
Publication Date:
November 11, 1998
Subject:
Milan, Milton, Police
Abstract:
Ex-mayoral bodyguard, Detective Pierre Robinson, suspended earlier this year for suspected ties to a drug kingpin, has resigned from the city police department
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 5A
Article Title:
County to start running Camden welfare operation: The transfer, to be phased in, is expected to save the city $900,000 yearly
Publication Date:
October 8, 1998
Subject:
Public Welfare
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
4A
Article Title:
A new 'house that love built'
Publication Date:
October 15, 1998
Subject:
Cooper Health System
Abstract:
New Ronald McDonald House opening on Mickle Boulevard just behind Cooper. The brick building officially opens October 17, 1998
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1C & 2C
Article Title:
Camden hit by two arson fires
Publication Date:
November 1, 1998
Subject:
Mischief Night
Abstract:
Relatively quiet Mischief Night with two multiple alarm fires; more than 3,000 volunteers and 100 city officers patrol streets
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
3B
Article Title:
Camden to raze 462 more homes
Publication Date:
November 3, 1998
Subject:
Housing
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 5A
Article Title:
Firefighters make case to voters: They say cutbacks put residents' safety in jeopardy
Publication Date:
November 4, 1998
Subject:
Fire Department, Mischief Night
Abstract:
Mayor and Fire Chief claim overtime not warranted
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Cooper report: Managers share blame for fraud
Publication Date:
November 4, 1998
Subject:
Cooper Health System
Abstract:
Reports says financial controls 'grossly deficient'
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 12A
Article Title:
State to oversee Camden cops: State's decision praised, criticized
Publication Date:
November 13, 1998
Subject:
Police
Abstract:
Differing opinions on state monitoring of City Police Dept.
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 9A
Article Title:
State to oversee Camden cops: Solomon in charge of troubled department
Publication Date:
November 13, 1998
Subject:
Police
Abstract:
State Attorney General Peter Verniero orders Camden County Prosecutor, Lee A. Solomon, to repair, refocus and redeploy the Camden Police Dept.
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 10A
Article Title:
State report criticizes Camden dispatchers
Publication Date:
November 13, 1998
Subject:
Police
Abstract:
State report highly critical of dispatch operations
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
11A
Article Title:
Flashpoints in the Past
Publication Date:
November 13, 1998
Subject:
Police
Abstract:
Flashpoints in the past; investigations, studies, and other incidents in the history of the Camden Police Dept. since 1960
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
10A
Article Title:
Cost figures given for rail plan: Southern New Jersey Rail Group LLC won with a total bid of $603.2 million
Publication Date:
November 13, 1998
Subject:
Local Transit
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B
Article Title:
Solomon tackles police reforms
Publication Date:
November 14, 1998
Subject:
Police
Abstract:
Lee A. Solomon, Camden County Prosecutor, meets with Camden Police officials, Union officials, and others
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A
Article Title:
Camden introduces $102 million budget
Publication Date:
November 17, 1998
Subject:
Budget, Municipal, Taxation - Exemption
Abstract:
Fiscal year 1999 budget introduced - 3 months late. City administration claims aid would not be necessary if 47% of city property were not tax exempt. State oversight board proposes layoffs to balance budget
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Public housing plagued by waste
Publication Date:
November 17, 1998
Subject:
Housing Authority of the City of Camden (HACC), Public Housing, U.S. Housing & Urban Development Dept. (HUD)
Abstract:
Status of plans for refurbishing Camden's public housing units
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
OT strains fire budget in Camden
Publication Date:
November 18, 1998
Subject:
Budget, Municipal, Fire Department
Abstract:
$3.4 Million in overtime pay this fiscal for firefighters
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
DRPA approves four operating budgets
Publication Date:
November 19, 1998
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA)
Abstract:
DRPA continues to shrink operating budget; discussion of effects of E-Z Pass
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
12D & 15D
Article Title:
Solomon in battle for power over cops
Publication Date:
November 20, 1998
Subject:
Police
Abstract:
Camden County Prosecutor, Lee Solomon & Preston Taylor, city business administrator battle over who is in charge of Camden City Police
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A
Article Title:
Poet's onetime home is restored
Publication Date:
November 21, 1998
Subject:
Walt Whitman House
Abstract:
Restoration of Walt Whitman House completed
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Camden fire kills 3: Some critical of firefighters' response
Publication Date:
November 23, 1998
Subject:
Fire Department
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A
Article Title:
Solomon wants acting chiefs returned to ranks
Publication Date:
November 24, 1998
Subject:
Police
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B