Tag: Victor King
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Thomas H. Dudley
Thomas H. Dudley, a prominent figure born on October 9, 1819, in Camden, New Jersey, left an indelible mark on law, diplomacy, and local development during the 19th century. Dudley embarked on a legal career, gaining admission to the New Jersey Bar in 1845. His pivotal role as Camden County Clerk involved crafting the influential…
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Arthur L. Stone
Dr. Arthur L. Stone was a strong advocate for an immunization program that played a crucial role in nearly eradicating diphtheria from the city.
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Dudley Grange – Tracking History
At one time the old Dudley mansion once stood on its grounds like a proud old lady. It was demolished in 1980, the victim of vandals and finally an arsonist.
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Admiral Wilson Boulevard
Admiral Wilson Boulevard, colloquially known as US Route 30, holds a rich history and a complex reputation in South Jersey.
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Victor King
Victor King, born in Pennsylvania in 1874, established his residence in Camden after 1911, where he purchased a home at 3197 Federal Street and ventured into business. Together with his wife Sarah, they raised six children –- daughters Ethel, Grace, and Marietta, and sons Edward, Earl, and Victor S. King. During this period, Victor also…
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Life Hereabouts by Charlie Humes
Down Memory Lane with that Old Gang of Yours… in a few of the years when Our Town was as good a sport town as any in the land… from the time that Taylor and Gunnis promoted fights through the years to Roxey Allen… Mickey Blair… Eddie Chaney… Shamus Maguire… Pee Wee Ross… Jackie Hindle……
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Checked and Double-Checked
It takes no crystal gazer to know that former U. S. Senator W. Warren Barbour hopes to get the Republican senatorial nomination without opposition…;So far no opposition has bloomed, but efforts are being made to get Robert Johnson, New Brunswick manufacturer who backed Glee, into the primary battle …;Unless the feeling against John Milton subsides,…
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Democrats Arrange for ‘Maloney Day’
“Harry L. Maloney Day” will be celebrated by South Jersey Democrats, Sunday, July 9, when the newly-appointed collector of internal revenue will be guest of honor at a picnic at Silver Lake Park. State leaders of the party will attend. Maloney, Democratic state committeeman from Camden County and Mayor of Bellmawr, was named by President…
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Democrats to Hold Meetings Tonight
Camden Courier-Post – October 29, 1931 The campaign foe A. Harry Moore, gubernatorial candidate, and local Democratic candidates, will be carried into six wards of the city and in seven communities or the county tonight.
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Patrons, Patronesses Announced Today for First Military Ball
Patrons and patronesses for the first military ball of the Camden Post No. 960, VFW were announced today.
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Camden Voodo Man Once Kept Den in Norfolk, VA
Armed with picks, axes, and shovels a detail of police and firemen started this afternoon to tear up the underground voodoo den of E.H.H. Hyghcock, 413-15 Liberty Street.