Samuel Lanning, or Laning, was selected as the inaugural Mayor of Camden, appointed by his fellow council members in both 1828 and 1829. However, he decided to step down from his position in February 1830, just before his term officially ended.
As a skilled builder, Samuel Lanning played a crucial role in overseeing the construction of Old City Hall, which stands on Federal Street and was completed in 1828. Additionally, he was involved in the development of a series of three-story brick row homes situated on the south side of Federal Street, below Second Street. This area is now known as Lanning Square and is recognized by the City as a historical property. It is worth noting that Lanning Square Elementary School, established in 1967, takes its name from this notable developer.
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Samuel Lanning
Samuel Lanning, or Laning, was selected as the inaugural Mayor of Camden, appointed by his fellow council members in both 1828 and 1829.
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