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Ferries Across the Delaware – Tracking History
One report shows that 61 people perished in the fire and 30 had survived. Others were reported either unaccounted for or missing.
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State Street
In response to petitions from citizens, the State Legislature and County Freeholders authorized the building of a bridge and an extension of State Street to connect with Federal Street.
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Camden County Courthouse
The selection of a site in Camden opened up another controversy: It was believed that the location of the Court House would have a large influence in ferry usage.
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Hotel Ridgway
The West Jersey Hotel at Delaware Avenue and Market Street was built by the West Jersey Ferry Company in 1849. It was run by different parties through the ensuing years. Stephen Parsons operated the business from 1884 until his passing in 1890.
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William Van Pfefferle
William Van Pfefferle, rose through the ranks of the Camden Fire Department and served as Chief of Department from 1950 to 1958.
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West Jersey Ferry (aka Market Street Ferry)
Photos and excerpts about the West Jersey Ferry (aka Market Street Ferry) Depot
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