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:
State blasts Faison's plan for pay hikes
Publication Date:
June 14, 2001
Subject:
Faison, Gwendolyn, Budget, Municipal
Abstract:
Camden officials should care more about their city's residents and shelve a proposal to give themselves a "hefty pay increase", the governor's office said Wednesday. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1A & 8A
Article Title:
Milan's sentence likely to be less than 5 years
Publication Date:
June 14, 2001
Subject:
Milan, Milton
Abstract:
When then- Mayor Milton Milan was convicted in December of taking bribes from mobsters and contractors, laundering drug money and skimming campaign funds, federal prosecutors estimated he was facing 11 to 14 years in prison. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1A & 9A
Article Title:
Dredging contract is awarded for Big J
Publication Date:
June 21, 2001
Subject:
Battleship USS New Jersey
Abstract:
The Army Corps. Of Engineers has awarded an $800,000 dredging contract for the Delaware River so the battleship USS New Jersey can be moved to its final berth as a museum. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1B
Article Title:
U.S. government to fund dredging of Delaware River
Publication Date:
May 12, 2001
Subject:
Dredging Project
Abstract:
The federal government has found the $1.5 million needed to pay for river dredging that will enable the USS New Jersey to dock on a Waterfront pier. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Milan associate identifies ex-Camden mayor as drug dealer
Publication Date:
May 31, 2001
Subject:
Milan, Milton, Corruption, Political
Abstract:
A jailed felon has told 60 Minutes for a segment to air Sunday that former Camden Mayor Milton Milan was a known drug dealer who worked out of a shoe store that served as a front for the activity. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1A & 5A
Article Title:
Economy affects South Jersey Port Corp.'s 2001 Budget: The agency's revenues are expected to drop to $18.4 million from $22.5 million last year
Publication Date:
May 31, 2001
Subject:
South Jersey Port Corporation (SJPC)
Abstract:
Pinched by an uncertain economy and a court-ordered work stoppage against one of its major tenants, South Jersey Port Corp. on Wednesday approved a 2001 operating budget that is 18 percent shy of last year's. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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6B
Article Title:
Faison seeks Camden-N.J. partnership
Publication Date:
May 31, 2001
Subject:
Faison, Gwendolyn
Abstract:
Mayor Gwendolyn Faison Wednesday called for a partnership between city and state officials as a bill that grants the state unprecedented control of Camden makes its way through the Legislature. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1B & 3B
Article Title:
City schools may spend $1.7 million on reading
Publication Date:
May 31, 2001
Subject:
Public Schools, Education, Finance
Abstract:
A controversial proposal to overhaul the school system's reading curriculum would cost as much as $1.7 million over two years. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Lack of affordable housing 'a quiet crisis'
Publication Date:
May 30, 2001
Subject:
Housing
Abstract:
Look around this old farming community and you can see the story of housing in South Jersey in the past decade. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 7A
Article Title:
Arts council aids South Jersey
Publication Date:
May 4, 2001
Subject:
Arts Funding
Abstract:
While we appreciate any opportunity to have the arts in South Jersey covered as FrontPage news (for three days, no less), we need to address several issues from your recent series. If no one were to form an opinion about the N.J. State Council on the Arts soley from these articles, one mistakenly could believe that the council has completely neglected South Jersey. This would be inaccurate. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
21A
Article Title:
The DEP helps out Camden
Publication Date:
May 4, 2001
Subject:
Environment, St. Lawrence Cement Company, New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
Abstract:
Recent headlines on the judicial decision against St. Lawrence Cement Company in Camden have unfortunately painted a misleading picture of the N.J. Department of Environmental Protection's actions regarding the DEP's goals and commitment to Camden. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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21A
Article Title:
Senate panel plans Camden bill hearing: Assembly version of revitalization legislation may be introduced
Publication Date:
May 30, 2001
Subject:
State Takeover
Abstract:
A state Senate committee on June 11 will likely hold the first hearing on legislation that calls for a chief operating officer to assume control of Camden's day-to-day operations. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1A & 5a
Article Title:
Port workers rally for river dredging: They say the project is necessary to keep jobs in the region.
Publication Date:
May 20, 2001
Subject:
Dredging Project
Abstract:
Chanting "45 feet!, 45 feet!, 45 feet!", more than 500 port workers and officials rallied Saturday in favor of a controversial proposal to dredge the Delaware River. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1A
Article Title:
Maritime Day will promote Delaware River Dredging
Publication Date:
May 18, 2001
Subject:
Dredging Project
Abstract:
The 6th annual Maritime Day will begin Saturday with a parade of union workers and port leaders showing their solidarity for the proposed $311 million deepening of the Delaware River. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Rutgers graduates, families celebrate
Publication Date:
May 18, 2001
Subject:
Rutgers University-Camden
Abstract:
Dads and moms cheered. Some took pictures of their sons and daughters among the 610 students who graduated from Rutgers-Camden Thursday evening. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Knox, board at odds over closed meeting
Publication Date:
May 13, 2001
Subject:
Board of Education
Abstract:
Superintendent Annette Knox's recent decision to tell school board members in closed session about contracts she signed has raised the issue of what exactly should be public" at a public meeting. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post"
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Council vote crucial for Faison, Camden
Publication Date:
May 21, 2001
Subject:
Faison, Gwendolyn, City Council
Abstract:
Mayor Gwendolyn Faison has won the city's top post for the next four years, but control of the government still hangs in the balance. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1B & 2B
Article Title:
Sick fish receive special treatment
Publication Date:
May 21, 2001
Subject:
New Jersey State Aquarium
Abstract:
Got a sullen goldfish or a peaked piranha? They may need the services of Lou Jeanne Cuje, a fish medic who does what most traditional doctors have given up long ago: house calls. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1B & 3B
Article Title:
Owner puts finances ahead of fun and games
Publication Date:
May 6, 2001
Subject:
Campbell's Field Baseball Park
Abstract:
In the bad old days of minor-league baseball, team owners were more likely to be sports fans than MBAs. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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13A
Article Title:
State reviews S.J. arts funding shortfall: Report on council grants to be sent to governor
Publication Date:
May 6, 2001
Subject:
Arts Funding
Abstract:
In response to an outcry from state and federal lawmakers, Secretary of State DeForest Soaries is reviewing whether the state shortchanged South Jersey arts groups by $2.1 million over the past four years. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1A & 15A
Article Title:
Official may have violated ethics code
Publication Date:
June 28, 2001
Subject:
Board of Education
Abstract:
The state School Ethics Commission has found probable cause that school board President Sara Davis violated the ethics code, an official said Wednesday. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1B & 3B
Article Title:
Camden may cap overtime for bodyguards
Publication Date:
June 28, 2001
Subject:
Police
Abstract:
City Council is considering capping the amount of overtime it pays to police officers assigned to the mayor in an attempt to gain a firmer grip on Camden's finances. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Benjamin Franklin Bridge: 75th Anniversary
Publication Date:
June 27, 2001
Subject:
Benjamin Franklin Bridge
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1T
Article Title:
Hiring of school official questioned in Camden: Two board members say new administrator may not meet job requirements
Publication Date:
June 28, 2001
Subject:
Board of Education
Abstract:
Two school board members are concerned a tainted search process resulted in the hiring of an assistant superintendent who doesn't meet the posted qualifications for the job. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 8A
Article Title:
State's plan for Camden is for a renewal, not a takeover
Publication Date:
June 27, 2001
Subject:
State Takeover
Abstract:
New roads. Clean water. Neighborhood renewal. Property tax relief. New business ratable. New jobs. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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19A
Article Title:
Slush fund undermines public trust in the DRPA
Publication Date:
June 26, 2001
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA)
Abstract:
The Delaware River Port Authority has filled the slush fund bucket of its top brass with $11.5 million. The funds will be used at the discretion of just three men- the chairman, vice chairman and chief executive of the DRPA-not the full 16 member board. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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6A
Article Title:
Faison's inaugural theme is city unity
Publication Date:
June 24, 2001
Subject:
Faison, Gwendolyn
Abstract:
U.S. Sen. Jon Corzine is expected to swear Mayor Gwendolyn Faison into office July 2 during a noon-time ceremony outside City Hall, according to a news release. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1B
Article Title:
Progress comes with price tag
Publication Date:
June 21, 2001
Subject:
Faison, Gwendolyn
Abstract:
After this column criticized-make that, excoriated, Camden Mayor Gwendolyn Faison last week; she invited me in for a chat. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1B
Article Title:
Camden school employees get layoff warning
Publication Date:
June 21, 2001
Subject:
Public Schools
Abstract:
Several hundred school district employees have been notified that they could loose their jobs in the upcoming academic year because of state-recommended budget cuts, officials said Wednesday. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1A
Article Title:
Camden residents protective of their mounted police unit
Publication Date:
June 21, 2001
Subject:
Police
Abstract:
The city's mounted police unit was readying itself for battle last week, then learned its only opponent was a phantom. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 5A
Article Title:
Camden cement plant up and running: A lawsuit by a local citizen's group, opposing the plant, will be heard next month
Publication Date:
June 19, 2001
Subject:
St. Lawrence Cement Company
Abstract:
A $50 million cement plant, blocked from opening for more than two months by a neighborhood group's lawsuit, began operating Monday. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
3B
Article Title:
Challenges loom for Riversharks: Skeptics question if market can support another baseball team
Publication Date:
May 6, 2001
Subject:
Baseball, Riversharks
Abstract:
There is more riding on the Camden Riversharks, the city's first-organized minor-league team, than a pennant. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 12A
Article Title:
Camden food vendors reject stadium deal
Publication Date:
May 6, 2001
Subject:
Baseball, Campbell's Field Baseball Park
Abstract:
When two strangers walked into Nina's Ehrke's pub in downtown Camden a few weeks ago and invited her to be a food vendor at Campbell's Field, she thought the offer was too good to be true. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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12A
Article Title:
Assembly panel Oks $7.2M for battleship
Publication Date:
May 4, 2001
Subject:
Battleship USS New Jersey
Abstract:
An Assembly committee Thursday approved legislation to provide an additional $7.2 million to refurbish the historic battleship USS New Jersey. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1B
Article Title:
Risky idea became major venue
Publication Date:
May 4, 2001
Subject:
Tweeter Center
Abstract:
As seemingly preposterous ideas went, this one was a real doozy: Building a state-of-the-art concert facility on the waterfront in Camden, a city that had. For more than 40 years, been a textbook example of the decline of urban America. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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Article Title:
Faison elected Camden mayor: Wilson to leave politics when council term is up
Publication Date:
May 9, 2001
Subject:
Faison, Gwendolyn, Camden, Government and Politics, Elections
Abstract:
Gwendolyn Faison has convinced this struggling city's residents to trust their mayor once again, easily defeating Councilman Gilbert Whip" Wilson in Tuesday's elections. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post"
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A
Article Title:
Camden billboard permits revoked
Publication Date:
May 9, 2001
Subject:
Zoning Board
Abstract:
City activist Frank Fulbrook won a legal challenge Tuesday against seven planned billboards here when a state judge revoked permits for the project. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Nonvoters giving up on Camden
Publication Date:
May 10, 2001
Subject:
Faison, Gwendolyn
Abstract:
Congratulations to Camden Mayor-elect Gwendolyn Faison. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Riversharks almost set for home opener
Publication Date:
May 10, 2001
Subject:
Baseball, Riversharks
Abstract:
With a day left before the Camden Riversharks' home opener against Lehigh Valley, the team office is, as expected, hectic. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Camden oversight extended for year
Publication Date:
May 10, 2001
Subject:
Oversight Committee, Budget, Municipal
Abstract:
A state oversight board on Wednesday extended for another year its supervision of Camden's troubled finances, and the board's director said action may be near on a controversial bill to allow a state takeover of the municipal government. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Camden installing new water meters
Publication Date:
May 29, 2001
Subject:
Water Supply
Abstract:
High-tech water meters are on the way, and officials are optimistic the move will eliminate extensive billing problems throughout the city. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Camden activist James Harris dies
Publication Date:
May 28, 2001
Subject:
Community Activists, Harris, James
Abstract:
Community activist James Harris died Saturday just days after being honored for a lifetime of volunteerism. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
'Dream' program promises Camden grads free college
Publication Date:
May 28, 2001
Subject:
Public Schools
Abstract:
Eight years ago, some guy walked into Bonsall Elementary School and promised John Baldwin a college scholarship. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 5A
Article Title:
Judge upholds ruling on cement plant
Publication Date:
May 11, 2001
Subject:
St. Lawrence Cement Company
Abstract:
A U.S. District Court judge on Thursday upheld his own injunction barring the opening of the $60 million St. Lawrence Cement Company plant in a mostly black and Hispanic neighborhood in South Camden. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 4B
Article Title:
Speaker offers ideas on how to revitalize city
Publication Date:
May 11, 2001
Subject:
Urban Renewal
Abstract:
The Friends of Cooper, the fund-raising arm for The Cooper Health System, sponsored a lunchtime session Thursday to stimulate discussion on ways to jump-start Camden's revitalization. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B &4B
Article Title:
Camden just can't afford to be fully independent [editorial]
Publication Date:
May 17, 2001
Subject:
State Takeover
Abstract:
Independence at what price? That's the question Camden residents and officials must ask themselves. Though few seem to support a strong role for state involvement in the city's management, Camden--quite frankly--wouldn't survive without it. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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14A
Article Title:
DRPA eyeing mass transit for Route 55: Possible Speed line extension to Gloucester County to be studied.
Publication Date:
May 17, 2001
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA)
Abstract:
Not since the early 1970's has the subject of expanding the PATCO Hi-Speed line into Gloucester County been on anybody's table--until now. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A
Article Title:
How much state aid will DRPA administer?
Publication Date:
May 28, 2001
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA)
Abstract:
How much of the $150 million in state aid proposed to revitalize Camden will be administered through the Delaware River Port Authority? Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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8A
Article Title:
Victim of violence has faith in her city: Doris Stauffer sees need for change, but she's not sure a state takeover is the answer.
Publication Date:
May 26, 2001
Subject:
Community Activists
Abstract:
A few years before she was murdered, Hope Stauffer planted rose bushes in front of her mother's home in Camden. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 8A
Article Title:
Camden school board Oks $7M in disputed contracts
Publication Date:
May 11, 2001
Subject:
Board of Education, Education, Finance
Abstract:
The school board approved two controversial contracts worth $7 million despite some members' opposition to the way the deals came about. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Faison impatiently waits for word on bill: Legislation would let the state take over city government
Publication Date:
May 11, 2001
Subject:
Faison, Gwendolyn
Abstract:
Mayor Gwendolyn Faison is losing patience as she waits to learn details of a controversial bill that could allow the state to take over city government, a spokesman said Thursday. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1B
Article Title:
Play Ball!: Riversharks bring baseball to Camden
Publication Date:
May 10, 2001
Subject:
Baseball, Riversharks
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1TAB-40TAB
Article Title:
Restoring Camden's history: Former prominent Italian-American's home is lovingly brought back to life by workers
Publication Date:
May 27, 2001
Subject:
History, Camden
Abstract:
The marble villa is an elegant white surprise amid the red-brick utilitarianism of South 4th Street. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 3B
Article Title:
Light rail not only will be badly planned, but unsafe [editorial]
Publication Date:
May 27, 2001
Subject:
Light Rail
Abstract:
As an opponent of the light rail line, I read with a great deal of interest Richard Pearsall's April 22-24 articles concerning this fiasco being perpetrated on us by the N.J. Transit Authority. Pearsall obviously spent a good deal of time and effort in his fact-finding. His presentation concerning all aspects of the undertaking was very enlighting. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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7B
Article Title:
State Oks $437M for Camden schools: Five new schools will be built: two elementary, two middle and one high school. Others will be replaced.
Publication Date:
May 26, 2001
Subject:
Public Schools
Abstract:
State officials have approved $437 million to improve Camden schools, but it's unlikely students will walk the halls of new buildings for at least a few years. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
Hispanics flex political clout in Camden mayor's election
Publication Date:
May 10, 2001
Subject:
Faison, Gwendolyn
Abstract:
The city's increasingly influential Hispanic population proved this week that it as the muscle to tip an election. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 4A
Article Title:
Track hosts last races today: 'Race Track of 21st Century' ready to fade into history
Publication Date:
May 3, 2001
Subject:
Garden State Park
Abstract:
Plumes of dust rose from a push broom as a worker swept the walkway near the winner's circle, a final sprucing for a racetrack's last hurrah. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A &10A
Article Title:
Ex-Officer admits inflating overtime
Publication Date:
May 17, 2001
Subject:
Police, Milan, Milton, Corruption, Political
Abstract:
Pierre Robinson, a former Camden police officer who served as a bodyguard to former Mayor Milton Milan, pleaded guilty Wednesday to submitting inflated overtime vouchers in 1997. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1B
Article Title:
DiFrancesco sees successes, struggles on city tour
Publication Date:
May 17, 2001
Subject:
DiFrancesco, Donald
Abstract:
Acting Gov. Donald DiFrancesco spent an hour touring Camden by bus Wednesday to witness firsthand the problems this struggling city faces. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 4B
Article Title:
Race fans bid farewell to Garden State Park: Wistful memories, last live races draw crowd
Publication Date:
May 4, 2001
Subject:
Garden State Park
Abstract:
On the last day of racing at Garden State Park, the salvation the beleaguered track had been waiting for finally arrived-throngs of cheering, betting fans. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 7A
Article Title:
Camden school chief criticized over pacts
Publication Date:
May 4, 2001
Subject:
Public Schools, Board of Education
Abstract:
Superintendent Annette Knox signed about $48.5 million in curriculum-related contracts without school board approval, a violation of state regulations, board members said Thursday. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 8A
Article Title:
Faison 'fulfilling a plan': Mayoral candidate combines grandmother image with political toughness
Publication Date:
May 3, 2001
Subject:
Faison, Gwendolyn
Abstract:
Gwendolyn Faison flipped through the pages of the photo album she keeps in her bottom desk drawer and pointed to pictures chronicling a political career that spans more than two decades ago. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
GAO to start review of Delaware River Project
Publication Date:
May 4, 2001
Subject:
Dredging Project
Abstract:
An independent economic and environmental review of the Delaware River deepening project will begin next week, Rep. Rob Andrews, D-N.J., said Thursday. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
9A
Article Title:
Bettors say goodbye to 'good friend'
Publication Date:
May 4, 2001
Subject:
Garden State Park
Abstract:
Sammie Brewer of Camden was at Garden State when it opened in 1942. The 82-year-old was there when it burned down in 1977. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
6A
Article Title:
Aquarium may be upgraded: Facility would be expanded, and a private firm would take over
Publication Date:
May 25, 2001
Subject:
New Jersey State Aquarium
Abstract:
A proposed $30 million expansion of the New Jersey State Aquarium would push the city's Waterfront to "critical mass" as a tourist attraction, a development expert said Thursday. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
City's 911 system might be a casualty
Publication Date:
May 25, 2001
Subject:
Emergency Medical Services
Abstract:
The city would loose its emergency communication dispatch under a controversial bill that would allow the state unprecedented control over Camden. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
State's plan for Camden will help the city recover [editorial]
Publication Date:
May 25, 2001
Subject:
State Takeover
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
14A
Article Title:
Bill limits Camden's powers: Plan offers $150M in aid; city officials decry lack of control
Publication Date:
May 25, 2001
Subject:
State Takeover, Budget, Municipal
Abstract:
A bill unveiled Thursday would give the state unprecedented control of this ailing city, ceding much of the mayor's and City Council's powers to a chief operating officer while infusing an additional $150 million in aid. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A
Article Title:
Legislation gives DRPA oversight of state funds
Publication Date:
May 25, 2001
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA)
Abstract:
The Delaware River Port Authority could face a slippery slope as it exercises the proposed role as a conduit of $131 million in state tax money for Camden economic development projects. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1A & 6A
Article Title:
$150 million for Camden faces battle in Legislature
Publication Date:
May 25, 2001
Subject:
Budget, Municipal
Abstract:
Memo to Camden: Don't spend the money yet. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
7A
Article Title:
Critics wonder if Sen. Bryant sold them out
Publication Date:
May 25, 2001
Subject:
Budget, Municipal, City Council
Abstract:
State Sen. Wayne Bryant, who regularly carries this city by huge margins at election time, wasn't a popular man here on Thursday. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
7A
Article Title:
Legislation unprecedented in N.J.
Publication Date:
May 25, 2001
Subject:
Budget, Municipal
Abstract:
The legislation proposed Thursday for greater state control of Camden would chart a new course in state-intervention in a municipality's affairs. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
7A
Article Title:
Census results may alter Camden's poverty rank
Publication Date:
May 25, 2001
Subject:
Poverty
Abstract:
Camden is the country's second poorest city, or poorest, depending on how you look at the figures, according to a federal Department of Housing and Urban Development study. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
7A
Article Title:
Misconduct complaints sustained: The charges involve current, ex-school board members in Camden
Publication Date:
May 24, 2001
Subject:
Board of Education
Abstract:
State officials have sustained allegations of ethical misconduct against one current and one former school board member. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
DiFrancesco plans help for Camden
Publication Date:
May 24, 2001
Subject:
DiFrancesco, Donald
Abstract:
Acting Gov. Donald DiFrancesco today will announce his plans to revitalize Camden, a city whose dismal finances are already under intense state supervision. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1B
Article Title:
Three stories, three sides of Camden' s changing face
Publication Date:
May 23, 2001
Subject:
Hispanic Americans, Ethnic Groups
Abstract:
Charles Rosario stood alongside his garden in North Camden, recalling a time not too long ago when crumbling houses stood where his pinto bean plants now grow. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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10A
Article Title:
Asian Indians, Vietnamese make gains in tri-county area
Publication Date:
May 23, 2001
Subject:
Asian Americans
Abstract:
The two fastest growing Asian groups in South Jersey-Indians and Vietnamese-are settling here as the result of much different experiences in their native countries. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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10A
Article Title:
Hispanics moving to suburbs: They come from such places as Mexico, California and Camden
Publication Date:
May 23, 2001
Subject:
Hispanic Americans
Abstract:
More Hispanics are choosing to live in the suburbs to be closer to jobs and seek a better quality of life. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1B & 2B
Article Title:
Rutgers entrepreneurship center named for late Haddon Twp. Mayor
Publication Date:
May 23, 2001
Subject:
Rutgers University
Abstract:
The Center for Management & Entrepreneurship of the Rutgers School of Business here is getting a new name today-along with a pile of money. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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5B
Article Title:
DRPA is the wrong entity to handle cash for Camden
Publication Date:
May 27, 2001
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA)
Abstract:
Before legislatures sign off on the proposed Camden revival/takeover bill, they should take a closer look at the role that would be played by the Delaware River Port Authority. They need to understand how this agency works and what pitfalls might be ahead should the DRPA serve as a conduit for more than $100 million in state tax money meant for Camden revitalization. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
6B
Article Title:
Milan transferred to federal prison in Pennsylvania
Publication Date:
July 15, 2001
Subject:
Milan, Milton
Abstract:
Former Mayor Milton Milan, convicted of corruption charges in December, is now serving his seven-year sentence at a federal prison in Pennsylvania. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
2B
Article Title:
Mayor's proposals
Publication Date:
July 16, 2001
Subject:
Faison, Gwendolyn
Abstract:
In June, I introduced two measures to reorganize Camden city government. Director salaries have not increased since 1994. Because other city employees benefited with labor contracts, many employees now earn more than the directors who supervise them. Giving the 24-hour, seven-day-a-week responsibility that goes with being a director, the city is not in a position to recruit or retain the best and the brightest without an increase. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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4A
Article Title:
DRPA hopes new identity energizes waterfront: Agency paying firm $395,000 to create name, marketing plan
Publication Date:
July 19, 2001
Subject:
Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA)
Abstract:
San Francisco has Fisherman's Wharf. San Antonio has Riverwalk. Baltimore has the Inner-Harbor. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1A & 7A
Article Title:
National groups want cement plant shut down
Publication Date:
July 19, 2001
Subject:
St. Lawrence Cement Company
Abstract:
At least a dozen national environmental, civil rights and public interest groups have filed legal briefs supporting an attempt to shut down a South Camden cement plant. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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3B
Article Title:
LEAP Academy graduates first class
Publication Date:
July 19, 2001
Subject:
LEAP Academy
Abstract:
The boys wiggled around in line and the girls balanced on their high heels. After a few nervous moments, the group of eighth-graders walked proud. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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3B
Article Title:
Agency aided friend of Scarduzio: City Parking Authority paid for 2 land studies
Publication Date:
July 27, 2001
Subject:
Camden Parking Authority
Abstract:
The city Parking Authority in April used $6,000 in public money to pay for engineering plans that might benefit former executive director Anthony Scarduzio's business partner and personal attorney, municipal court judge Paul Sonstein. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1A & 4A
Article Title:
Schools task force is under scrutiny: After 2 years, panel's effectiveness in Camden questioned
Publication Date:
July 30, 2001
Subject:
Oversight Committee
Abstract:
It was June 1999 when David Hespe, then-commissioner of the state Department of Education, decided the Camden school district needed to be saved from itself. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1A & 4A
Article Title:
Audit: Opsail vendor was unqualified
Publication Date:
July 18, 2001
Subject:
Camden Parking Authority
Abstract:
An internal audit of the city Parking Authority found that the vendor selected to park cars during Opsail 2000 was unqualified. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B & 2B
Article Title:
Despite surplus, Camden audit reveals disorder
Publication Date:
July 20, 2001
Subject:
Budget, Municipal
Abstract:
The annual municipal audit released Thursday describes the city's financial records as "generally incomplete and inadequate", but local officials pointed to a $5.3 million surplus to show their fiscal situation is improving. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
Page/Section Location:
1B
Article Title:
EPA to clean up contaminated soil in Glo. City: Emergency plans made after high levels of radiation discovered at three homes
Publication Date:
July 14, 2001
Subject:
Environmental Protection Agency
Abstract:
The Environmental Protection Agency plans to take emergency action to remove soils from several residential properties where high levels of radiation have been found. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1A & 5A
Article Title:
Prosecutor delays Scarduzio ruling
Publication Date:
July 14, 2001
Subject:
Camden Parking Authority
Abstract:
Gloucester County's top law enforcement officer said Friday he still has not determined whether Anthony Scarduzio killed himself. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1A &5A
Article Title:
Campbell to unveil plan to boost lagging soup sales: Firms new CEO Douglas Conant is under pressure 'to take action'
Publication Date:
July 22, 2001
Subject:
Campbell Soup Company
Abstract:
Douglas R. Conant, president and chief executive officer of Campbell Soup Co., is expected to unveil a game plan Friday to boost the company's lagging soup sales and trounce the competition giving the food giant indigestion. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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Article Title:
Riversharks are a Camden success: Team exceeding financial expectations in debut season.
Publication Date:
July 26, 2001
Subject:
Baseball, Riversharks
Abstract:
Finley is waiting just inside as fans stream into Campbell's Field. The 7-foot shark in a Camden Riversharks uniform is more than a mascot; he's an ambassador, welcoming fans to Camden's family-friendly stadium. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1A & 4A
Article Title:
State gives S.J. arts groups $5 million: Region wins its fight for fair share of funding
Publication Date:
July 25, 2001
Subject:
New Jersey State Council of the Arts
Abstract:
South Jersey arts groups won a major victory Tuesday in their long fight for a fair share of funding from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1A & 8A
Article Title:
City's past comes alive in memoir
Publication Date:
July 12, 2001
Subject:
History, Camden
Abstract:
The John Adams biography on the coffee table is a tip-off. Inez Balestra Pontillo loves to read history. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1B
Article Title:
Alliance awards $5 million in contracts: Final preparations are being made for a Sept. opening of the battleship USS New Jersey
Publication Date:
July 12, 2001
Subject:
Battleship USS New Jersey
Abstract:
The Home Port Alliance awarded more than $5 million in final contracts Wednesday night to complete a pier and restore the battleship USS New Jersey for a museum- hopefully in time for a September opening in Camden. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1B &2B
Article Title:
Prosecutor rules Scarduzio death suicide: Questions remain about events leading to death of former Camden official
Publication Date:
July 28, 2001
Subject:
Camden Parking Authority
Abstract:
Former Camden Parking Authority director Anthony Scarduzio committed suicide with a shotgun blast to the head, Gloucester County's prosecutor said Friday at a news conference. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1A & 5A
Article Title:
Victim was warned to keep quiet
Publication Date:
July 10, 2001
Subject:
Camden Parking Authority
Abstract:
A fellow Parking Authority employee once warned Joseph Bowen and Thomas Del Rosario about making waves at the Camden Agency. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1A & 5A
Article Title:
Camden's Fullbrook, Sloan-El, once allies, have falling out
Publication Date:
May 17, 2000
Subject:
City Council
Abstract:
Councilman Ali Sloan-El and community activist Frank Fulbrook, who worked together to establish a run-off system in municipal elections and make those elections nonpartisan, have severed their political ties. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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1B
Article Title:
Whitman's role in Camden raid cited in lawsuit
Publication Date:
May 18, 2000
Subject:
Whitman, Christine Todd, Racial Profiling
Abstract:
A picture of Gov. Christie Whitman frisking a black drug suspect will help prove that top state administrators were biased and interested only in being "cowboys," the lawyer for fired state police Col. Carl Williams said Wednesday. Abstract courtesy of the Courier-Post
Source:
Courier-Post
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4A