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:
Advice to the GOP: back Lanning Square; no time to be obstructionists
Publication Date:
July 2, 1992
Subject:
Lanning Square
Abstract:
Financing is being arranged through the Camden County Improvement Authority
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
14A (U)
Article Title:
Developer presents plan for Cramer Hill
Publication Date:
July 2, 1992
Subject:
Cramer Hill
Abstract:
Community 2000 plan calling for construction of up to 1,000 new units of housing, presented to the Camden Redevelopment Agency
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
6B (U)
Article Title:
Action delayed on Camden housing project
Publication Date:
July 3, 1992
Subject:
Lanning Square
Abstract:
Freeholders balk at providing $2.1 million Camden county loan guarantees
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
3B
Article Title:
Camden braces for less state aid. Budget woes: Camden needs $23 million more in state aid than it got last year
Publication Date:
July 4, 1992
Subject:
Budget, Municipal, State Aid
Abstract:
City received $51 million in aid from state in 1992
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B (U)
Article Title:
2 Plants can process over 1,500 tons of trash daily. Incineration output: last year, over 700,000 tons of waste were converted into ash at the resource recovery facilities in Gloucester and Camden counties
Publication Date:
July 5, 1992
Subject:
Camden County Resource Recovery Facility, Camden County Trash-To-Steam Incinerator
Abstract:
Camden Incinerator is in South Camden (Map) and is operated by the Camden Energy Recovery Associates, the local arm of the Foster-Wheeler Co.
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
6A (U)
Article Title:
Closing up shop. Layoffs: GE Aerospace will cut 90 workers tomorrow at its Gibbsboro plant. The company says the facility is obsolete, but workers contend the plant is being phased out to cut costs by sending the work to Mexico
Publication Date:
July 5, 1992
Subject:
Employment, General Electric (GE)
Abstract:
Camden Plant also loses workers. Construction on government communications systems factory continues
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1C (U)
Article Title:
Burning issue of incineration
Publication Date:
July 6, 1992
Subject:
Camden County Trash-To-Steam Incinerator
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B (U)
Article Title:
Give Bryant plan a chance to work; welfare needs some radical change
Publication Date:
July 6, 1992
Subject:
Public Welfare
Abstract:
Defense of plan of Wayne Bryant, New Jersey Assemblyman, to reform public welfare
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
4A (U)
Article Title:
City seeks to douse arsons
Publication Date:
July 7, 1992
Subject:
Mischief Night
Abstract:
Plan to contain fires on 'Mischief Night' based on Detroit's efforts
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B (U)
Article Title:
Experts disagree on future of incinerators in New Jersey
Publication Date:
July 7, 1992
Subject:
Camden County Trash-To-Steam Incinerator, Trash Disposal
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 4B (U)
Article Title:
Fight over school aid back in court. Law challenged: hearing begins to determine whether state school funding law is fair
Publication Date:
July 9, 1992
Subject:
Education, Finance
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A (U)
Article Title:
Smaller housing loan? 'Forget it,' official says
Publication Date:
July 10, 1992
Subject:
Lanning Square
Abstract:
Freeholders balk at providing $2.1 million Camden county loan guarantees
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B (U)
Article Title:
Violent side effect of drugs
Publication Date:
July 11, 1992
Subject:
Narcotics and Crime
Abstract:
Police claim crime rate in city would go down if people from suburbs stopped coming to the city to buy drugs
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B (U)
Article Title:
Financing problem delays Campbell tower
Publication Date:
July 16, 1992
Subject:
Campbell Soup Company, Waterfront
Abstract:
Despite setback, developer, DKM Properties, Inc., confident waterfront headquarters will be under way within 60 days
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A (U)
Article Title:
Clinton brings hope for jobs: candidate starts bid in Camden
Publication Date:
July 18, 1992
Subject:
Elections, Presidential
Abstract:
Clinton and Gore begin campaign in Camden. They visit General Electric Aerospace plan in North Camden
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A (U)
Article Title:
Campaign '92: Clinton finds much to talk about in Camden
Publication Date:
July 18, 1992
Subject:
Elections, Presidential
Abstract:
Visit of Bill Clinton to Camden
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
5A (U)
Article Title:
Unbelievable' bus caravan rolls into city
Publication Date:
July 18, 1992
Subject:
Elections, Presidential
Abstract:
Clinton bus caravan visits Camden
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
5A (U)
Article Title:
Toxic menace averted: Camden firm closed for leaking chemicals
Publication Date:
July 23, 1992
Subject:
CWS Industries, Hazardous Wastes
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 5A (U)
Article Title:
Preserving a pickle tradition
Publication Date:
July 26, 1992
Subject:
Businesses, Camden, Local Companies
Abstract:
K & Z Pickles
Source:
Philadelphia Inquirer
Page/Section Location:
B1 & B6 (U)
Article Title:
Builders plan face-lift in city
Publication Date:
July 28, 1992
Subject:
Cramer Hill
Abstract:
The design calls for new and renovated homes, a park, a marina and even a school. A consortium of developers, Campbell Group of Collingswood, the Hillier Group of Princeton and the Daniel J. Keating Construction Co. of Villanova, Pa. are seeking approva
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
(U)
Article Title:
Meetings scheduled on improvement district
Publication Date:
July 28, 1992
Subject:
Special Improvement District (SID)
Abstract:
Meetings to be held in seven city neighborhoods
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
(U)
Article Title:
Cramer Hill bids for grant
Publication Date:
July 30, 1992
Subject:
Cramer Hill, Urban Renewal
Abstract:
Redevelopment Agency to help developers of Cramer Hill apply for a HUD grant for a feasibility study of the area
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B (U)
Article Title:
Rutgers-Camden chairman part of N.Y. Mozart tribute
Publication Date:
July 31, 1992
Subject:
Jerome, W. Davis, Rutgers University-Camden
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1C (U)
Article Title:
Improvement district debated; Camden seeks input on plan
Publication Date:
July 31, 1992
Subject:
Special Improvement District (SID), Waterfront
Abstract:
Concurrent hearings held on SID proposal
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B (U)
Article Title:
Drug warrior's home hit in 'city under siege'
Publication Date:
August 4, 1992
Subject:
Narcotics and Crime
Abstract:
The home of Terry Flores, who is a leader in the war against drug dealers, was firebombed
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B (U)
Article Title:
Camden housing proposal defeated
Publication Date:
August 8, 1992
Subject:
Lanning Square
Abstract:
GOP freeholders refused to support a county guarantee for a bond
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B (U)
Article Title:
Churches fight drugs, poverty: religious institutions keep hope alive
Publication Date:
August 9, 1992
Subject:
Camden Churches Organized for People (CCOP), Churches
Abstract:
First of series - Fighting Back: the role of religion - on the role of religious institutions in fulfilling area residents' secular and spiritual needs
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A (U)
Article Title:
Churches help residents find reason to believe
Publication Date:
August 9, 1992
Subject:
Churches
Abstract:
First of series - Fighting Back: the role of religion - on the role of religious institutions in fulfilling area residents' secular and spiritual needs
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
7A (U)
Article Title:
Some clergy believe in mix of church and state affairs
Publication Date:
August 10, 1992
Subject:
Biography, Churches
Abstract:
Second of series - Fighting Back - the role of religion - this part on Clergy and Government. Focus on the role of clerics in battling secular problems, in particular, Rev. Herman Scott
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A (U)
Article Title:
Urban America is pastor's most urgent mission
Publication Date:
August 10, 1992
Subject:
Biography, Camden Peace Mission Church, Churches
Abstract:
Second of series - Fighting Back - the role of religion - this part on Clergy and Government. Focus on the role of clerics in battling secular problems. Article profiles Rev. Al Stewart
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
6A (U)
Article Title:
Church coalition finds strength in numbers
Publication Date:
August 12, 1992
Subject:
Camden Churches Organized for People (CCOP), Churches
Abstract:
Fourth of series - Fighting Back - the role of religion - this part on churches' involvement in business and finance
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
3B (U)
Article Title:
Church involvement in business beyond administering hope
Publication Date:
August 12, 1992
Subject:
Churches
Abstract:
Fourth of series - Fighting Back - the role of religion - this part on churches' involvement in business and finance
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
3B (U)
Article Title:
Ordinance would alter government
Publication Date:
August 27, 1992
Subject:
City Charter, City Council
Abstract:
Ordinance to expand City Council and have members represent districts instead of running at-large is set for preliminary city council vote today
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B (U)
Article Title:
Nation of Islam works to establish mosque
Publication Date:
August 12, 1992
Subject:
Churches, Nation of Islam
Abstract:
Fourth of series - Fighting Back - the role of religion - this part on churches' involvement in business and finance
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
3B (U)
Article Title:
Providing a sense of community, renewal to the city's inhabitants
Publication Date:
August 12, 1992
Subject:
Camden Lutheran Housing Incorporated (CLHI), Churches
Abstract:
Fourth of series - Fighting Back - the role of religion - this part on churches' involvement in business and finance and housing
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
3B (U)
Article Title:
Rutgers wants to close street: Park proposed for stretch of North 3rd
Publication Date:
August 13, 1992
Subject:
North Camden, Rutgers University-Camden
Abstract:
University wishes to close North 3rd between Lawrence and Pearl Streets. North Camden residents fear that the closing would cut them off from downtown
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B (U)
Article Title:
Mischief Night campaign hopes to attract 1,000 volunteers
Publication Date:
August 14, 1992
Subject:
Mischief Night, North Camden
Abstract:
North Camden, which suffered the most on Mischief Night in 1991 is mobilizing for 1992
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
(U)
Article Title:
Whitman Park lives on: Mixed ethnic residents try to maintain area
Publication Date:
August 17, 1992
Subject:
Neighborhoods, Whitman Park
Abstract:
Profile of Whitman Park
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B (U)
Article Title:
Dredging work nears end; bottom line: dredging project will make Camden more competitive
Publication Date:
August 17, 1992
Subject:
South Jersey Port Corporation (SJPC)
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
8C & 7C (U)
Article Title:
Street closing opposed
Publication Date:
August 19, 1992
Subject:
North Camden, Rutgers University-Camden, Streets
Abstract:
North Camden residents protest closing of Third Street by Rutgers University
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B (U)
Article Title:
Helping the poor untangle life's legal thickets, Camden regional legal services is about a lot more than litigation
Publication Date:
August 20, 1992
Subject:
Camden Regional Legal Services (CRLS)
Source:
Philadelphia Inquirer
Page/Section Location:
C04 (U1)
Article Title:
Leadership is city's main need
Publication Date:
August 23, 1992
Subject:
City Council, Pierce, Alfred R
Abstract:
Interview with Alfred R. Pierce on proposed change in City Council representation
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
9E (U)
Article Title:
City Hall besieged by charter change
Publication Date:
August 23, 1992
Subject:
City Charter, City Council
Abstract:
Analysis of proposed change in City Council representation
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
9E (U)
Article Title:
City's latest development plan opposed
Publication Date:
August 23, 1992
Subject:
Special Improvement District (SID), Waterfront
Abstract:
Activists oppose a proposed revised ordinance that sets guidelines for establishing SIDs
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
(U)
Article Title:
Study raises questions on incinerators
Publication Date:
August 25, 1992
Subject:
Camden County Trash-To-Steam Incinerator
Abstract:
Rutgers study of incinerator in Warren County raises questions on safety of South Camden trash-to-steam incinerator
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B (U)
Article Title:
Camden plans city worker layoffs
Publication Date:
August 26, 1992
Subject:
Budget, Municipal
Abstract:
Cuts could include police, firefighters
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B (U)
Article Title:
Council to vote on special district
Publication Date:
August 26, 1992
Subject:
Special Improvement District (SID)
Abstract:
Revised ordinance to be voted on
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B (U)
Article Title:
Housing grant approved
Publication Date:
August 27, 1992
Subject:
Public Housing, Royal Court Townhouses
Abstract:
New Jersey Housing Mortgage Finance Agency approved a grant to help restore the Royal Court Townhouses
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B (U)
Article Title:
Camden to keep North 3rd Street open to all traffic
Publication Date:
August 28, 1992
Subject:
North Camden, Rutgers University-Camden
Abstract:
City Council decides to deny request to close North 3rd Street
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
(U)
Article Title:
Primas to quit cabinet for private post
Publication Date:
August 28, 1992
Subject:
Primas, Melvin R. "Randy"
Abstract:
Former mayor is leaving Community Affairs to join Hill & Co., a Municipal bond underwriting company
Source:
Philadelphia Inquirer
Page/Section Location:
1B & 6B (U)
Article Title:
Camden activists vow to defeat wider plan for business districts
Publication Date:
August 28, 1992
Subject:
Special Improvement District (SID)
Abstract:
Original plan addressed only the Aquarium area; new plan to be voted on in November proposes SIDs in commercial areas throughout the city
Source:
Philadelphia Inquirer
Page/Section Location:
(U)
Article Title:
Concerned citizens of North Camden protest proposed closing of third street
Publication Date:
August 28, 1992
Subject:
Concerned Citizens of North Camden (CCNC), North Camden, Rutgers University-Camden
Source:
Gleaner
Page/Section Location:
1 (U)
Article Title:
Yes' to charter change for city of Camden: Government in danger of becoming irrelevant
Publication Date:
August 30, 1992
Subject:
City Charter, City Council
Abstract:
Editorial
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
6B (U)
Article Title:
Schools reach out, target social needs
Publication Date:
August 31, 1992
Subject:
Public Schools, Social Services
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
3B (U)
Article Title:
Camden County Comprehensive Human Services Plan Update
Publication Date:
September 1, 1992
Subject:
Community Planning & Advocacy Council (CPAC), Social Services - Planning
Abstract:
Comprehensive report detailing the progress of the Camden County Human Service Community over the last five years, documents changes in priority problems and service needs. The operational plan presents the direction for meeting these priority needs
Article Title:
Fish to be studied for mercury. Incinerator foes: it's not enough
Publication Date:
September 1, 1992
Subject:
Camden County Trash-To-Steam Incinerator, Mercury
Abstract:
Morgan Boulevard Incinerator
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B (U)
Article Title:
Redevelopment agency allows work to continue
Publication Date:
September 3, 1992
Subject:
Camden Redevelopment Agency, Cooper Plaza Area, Fair Share Housing Development, Inc.
Abstract:
Cooper Plaza Historic Homes construction finally starts June 1992. Camden Redevelopment Agency declares work do so fare satisfactory. HUD still undecided.
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B (U)
Article Title:
City restructuring petitions fall short
Publication Date:
September 4, 1992
Subject:
City Charter, City Council
Abstract:
Supporters of petition to expand City Council miss deadline. Democratic backed plan to be voted on by Council on or before 21 September 1992
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A (U)
Article Title:
Historic church ready to celebrate 100th anniversary
Publication Date:
September 8, 1992
Subject:
Churches
Abstract:
St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Parish in South Camden celebrates anniversary
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B (U)
Article Title:
Supporters of bi-partisan plan seek voter backing
Publication Date:
September 9, 1992
Subject:
City Charter, City Council
Abstract:
Although they missed deadline, group attempting to change charter still want plan to be put on ballot
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
8A (U)
Article Title:
Citizens' idea belongs on the Camden ballot; and city council should put it there
Publication Date:
September 10, 1992
Subject:
City Charter, City Council
Abstract:
Argues that petition to expand City Council should be placed on the ballot
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
10A
Article Title:
Voters to decide city council form
Publication Date:
September 11, 1992
Subject:
City Council, Special Improvement District (SID), Waterfront
Abstract:
Final approval to place measure on ballot to be decided at future council meeting. Also approved measure to allow ballot question on Special Improvement Districts for city neighborhoods
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A (U)
Article Title:
Special Improvement plan to be on ballot
Publication Date:
September 12, 1992
Subject:
Special Improvement District (SID), Waterfront
Abstract:
Task Force report to Council; referendum on proposed guidelines for establishing SIDs will be on the Nov. 3 ballot
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
(U)
Article Title:
Sounds of jazz fill the air
Publication Date:
September 13, 1992
Subject:
Biography, Music
Abstract:
Second annual Camden City/County Jazz Festival. Jazz greats Zach Zachary (of Cherry Hill), Charlie Rice (Camden resident), and Camden jazz historian, Edward Troutman, were honored. Camden has produced such jazz greats as Groove Holmes, Nelson Boyd, Herb
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
6B (U)
Article Title:
Cancer breakthrough. Super 'glue': substance developed at Cooper Hospital draws radiation where its needed. Of 39 patients treated, all have shown signs of remission
Publication Date:
September 15, 1992
Subject:
Biography, Cancer, Cooper Health System
Abstract:
Major breakthrough in treating fatal cancers of the liver, pancreas and other organs - by Dr. Stanley E. Order
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A (U)
Article Title:
Task force hopes to halt city Mischief Night arsons
Publication Date:
September 16, 1992
Subject:
Fires, Mischief Night
Abstract:
City Anti-Arson Task Force begins 'Do Camden Right - Stop the Fires on Mischief Night' Campaign
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B (U)
Article Title:
Port official sees opportunity in peace
Publication Date:
September 17, 1992
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA)
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
4B (U)
Article Title:
City won't allow coalition proposal on ballot
Publication Date:
September 17, 1992
Subject:
City Charter, City Council
Abstract:
Democratic Committee proposal instead to be placed on ballot
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A (U)
Article Title:
Doctor to unveil new cancer therapy
Publication Date:
September 18, 1992
Subject:
Cancer, Cooper Health System
Abstract:
Cancer breakthrough by Dr. Stanley E. Order, Institute for Systematic Radiation Therapy
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A (U)
Article Title:
Cancer victim grasps 'last hope' treatment
Publication Date:
September 20, 1992
Subject:
Cancer, Cooper Health System
Abstract:
Cancer treatment from Dr. Stanley E. Order of the Institute for Systematic Radiation Therapy
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 7A (U)
Article Title:
Volunteers sign up to 'Do Camden Right'
Publication Date:
September 20, 1992
Subject:
Fires, Mischief Night
Abstract:
City Anti-Arson Task Force, 'Do Camden Right - Stop the Fires on Mischief Night' Campaign
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
3B (U)
Article Title:
Educators: Language barrier frustrates Hispanic students
Publication Date:
September 21, 1992
Subject:
Hispanic Americans, Public Schools
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
7B (U)
Article Title:
Power to pollute: How Camden came to bear the burden
Publication Date:
September 21, 1992
Subject:
Camden County Sewage Treatment Plant, Camden County Trash-To-Steam Incinerator, Pollution
Abstract:
First of two parts
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
4A (U)
Article Title:
Activists say lack of numbers diluted their effectiveness
Publication Date:
September 21, 1992
Subject:
Camden County Sewage Treatment Plant, Camden County Trash-To-Steam Incinerator, Pollution
Abstract:
First of two parts
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
4A (U)
Article Title:
Council says no to expansion
Publication Date:
September 22, 1992
Subject:
City Charter, City Council
Abstract:
Democratic Committee proposal would permit election of four of seen members by ward rather than at large
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1C (U)
Article Title:
Power to pollute: Health problems a source of debate
Publication Date:
September 22, 1992
Subject:
Camden County Sewage Treatment Plant, Camden County Trash-To-Steam Incinerator, Pollution
Abstract:
Last of two parts
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
4C (U)
Article Title:
Cooper Plaza project a go
Publication Date:
September 24, 1992
Subject:
Cooper Plaza Area, Fair Share Housing Development, Inc.
Abstract:
House-Senate committee has approved $2.75 million in federal funds for low-and moderate income housing in Camden
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B (U)
Article Title:
New tax bills stun Fairview residents
Publication Date:
September 24, 1992
Subject:
Real Property, Taxation, Real Property, Valuation
Abstract:
Citywide property evaluation, ordered by state, result in sharp increases in some areas
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A (U)
Article Title:
Pleas to appoint Hispanic fail
Publication Date:
October 27, 1992
Subject:
Board of Education, Hispanic Americans
Abstract:
Board votes to appoint an African American as assistant superintendent
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B (U)
Article Title:
Tougher mercury standards urged for state
Publication Date:
October 27, 1992
Subject:
Camden County Trash-To-Steam Incinerator, Mercury
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B(U)
Article Title:
Importance of balance
Publication Date:
September 24, 1992
Subject:
Biography, Cooper Health System
Abstract:
Profile of Kevin Halpern, Cooper Hospital CEO
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
20E (U)
Article Title:
Camden group starts drive to recall council
Publication Date:
September 25, 1992
Subject:
City Council
Abstract:
'Free Camden' coalition
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A (U)
Article Title:
Housing Authority cleanup begins
Publication Date:
September 26, 1992
Subject:
Housing Authority of the City of Camden (HACC), Public Housing
Abstract:
To start with Roosevelt Manor
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
3B (U)
Article Title:
Run-down homes back in city hands
Publication Date:
September 28, 1992
Subject:
Housing Rehabilitation, Urban Renewal
Abstract:
Officials say they are getting tough with owners flouting deed restrictions requiring owners to rehabilitate houses purchased from the city within one year of purchase
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 8B (U)
Article Title:
Camden police OK new schedule to help deter crime
Publication Date:
September 30, 1992
Subject:
Police
Abstract:
FOP has approved a new work schedule change that will allow the city of establish a network of neighborhood police stations
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B (U)
Article Title:
Camden budget Ok'd; City wants $20 million in late taxes
Publication Date:
September 30, 1992
Subject:
Budget, Municipal, Taxation
Abstract:
Camden to have 17 new police officers, 90 fewer civilian employees and a 48 cent hike in the municipal tax rate. Budget to be approved by state
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B (U)
Article Title:
Bridging the gap; closing the mismatch between jobs and workers in the Delaware Valley
Publication Date:
October 1, 1992
Subject:
Employment
Abstract:
Mainly Delaware Valley, but includes statistics for local areas. Study of the disparity between the jobs available and the skills of the workers
Article Title:
Old landmark gets new life
Publication Date:
October 2, 1992
Subject:
East Camden, Housing Rehabilitation, St. Joseph's Carpenter Society (SJCS), West Wynne Apartments
Abstract:
Apartment building in East Camden, West Wynne Apartments on Westfield Avenue is rehabilitated by the St. Joseph's Carpenter Society (SJCS)
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
3B (U)
Article Title:
Turning street skills 'into something good': Summit aims to steer gangs toward legal trades
Publication Date:
October 2, 1992
Subject:
Gangs
Abstract:
Camden Coordinating Committee for a Drug Free Life
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 3A (U)
Article Title:
City development to be rebuilt
Publication Date:
October 3, 1992
Subject:
Public Housing, Housing Rehabilitation, Royal Court Townhouses
Abstract:
$2. million federal grant will save the mostly vacant Royal Court town houses from demolition
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
County park police end legal fight over waterfront patrols
Publication Date:
October 3, 1992
Subject:
Waterfront, Police
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B (U)
Article Title:
Camden's tough 20: Report looks at city's past and assesses future
Publication Date:
October 4, 1992
Subject:
Camden - Statistics, Urban conditions
Abstract:
Report: Twenty year analysis of Camden by William Lutz
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B (U)
Article Title:
Port Authority bill OK'd
Publication Date:
October 7, 1992
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA)
Abstract:
Congress approves amendment to 1951 bi-state agreement; changes will permit DRPA to undertake other projects such as extensions of the PATCO High-Speed line and development of commercial property on the waterfront. Agency currently operates 4 bridges, th
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
10C & 12C (U)
Article Title:
Jail report blames state for conditions
Publication Date:
October 9, 1992
Subject:
Camden County Correctional Facility, Camden County Jail
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
4B (U)
Article Title:
Mass murderer gets more restrictions
Publication Date:
October 9, 1992
Subject:
Unruh, Howard
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
18A (U)
Article Title:
Cut in aid may leave city short of police
Publication Date:
October 9, 1992
Subject:
Budget, Municipal, State Aid
Abstract:
Shortfall in expected amount of Municipal Revitalization aid
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
4B (U)
Article Title:
Camden ranked worst for kids
Publication Date:
October 9, 1992
Subject:
Urban conditions
Abstract:
Second annual Kids Count assessment of children
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B (U)
Article Title:
Group works to reclaim Camden on Mischief Night
Publication Date:
October 10, 1992
Subject:
Community Organizations, Fires, Mischief Night
Abstract:
Anti-Arson Task Force
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A (U)
Article Title:
Ambitious proposal to revive Camden revealed
Publication Date:
October 11, 1992
Subject:
Camden Initiative
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 14A (U)
Article Title:
Rutgers-Camden gets praise it deserves
Publication Date:
October 11, 1992
Subject:
Rutgers University-Camden
Abstract:
U.S. News & World Report selects Rutgers-Camden as one of the best education bargains in the state
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
4E (U)