Category: People
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Antonio Mecca
His building, constructed in 1908, became widely known as “The White House” due to its distinctive appearance and its central role in the Italian-American community.
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David S. Rhone
Charges were eventually dropped against Koerner in 1948, while Chief Frost was exonerated in the spring of 1949, leading to the dismissal of charges against Dr. Rhone and Garrity.
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George W. Johnson
According to the 1890-1891 Camden City Directory, he was employed as a carpenter and resided at 571 Clinton Street during that period.
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Augustus Reeve
Augustus Reeve played a pivotal role in the establishment of Cooper Hospital, becoming one of its original trustees when the hospital was founded in 1875.
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Marco Reginelli
By June 1940, Marco Reginelli had established himself as a prominent figure in organized crime circles in Camden and South Jersey.
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Biography of Octavius V. Catto: Forgotten Black Hero of Philadelphia
The largest public funeral in the city since that of Abraham Lincoln was held for Octavius Catto on October 16, 1871.
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Francis H. Rittenhouse
Francis Hull Rittenhouse came into the world on June 29, 1923, in the vibrant city of Camden, New Jersey. He was the cherished child of John F. and Madeline “Nell” Rittenhouse. In his family circle, he had an elder brother named John and the companionship of two older step-brothers, Robert and William Rowan. The Rittenhouse…
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John F. Rittenhouse
Together with his wife, Madeline, John Rittenhouse diligently operated an establishment offering a diverse array of goods including cigars, candy, ice cream, and sundries.
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Robert L. Lucas
Robert Lee “Bob” Lucas was the son of Alice and Leon “Donkey” Lucas, later assuming responsibility for operations of Donkeys Place.
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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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Warren Webster
If you fare inside a building constructed in the early 20th century, there’s a significant likelihood that it contains components made by Warren Webster.
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Paul A. Kind
Paul Adolf Kind was born in Bohemia, the son of Maurice and Hermine (Fischl). His father was one of the founders and officials of Kind and Knox.