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Charles B. Edwards

Taps Sound for Jack Airedale, Canine Mascot of Fire Laddies
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Taps Sound for Jack Airedale, Canine Mascot of Fire Laddies

Camden firemen and policemen gave Jack, the Airedale mascot of the Headquarters Fire Company at Fifth and Arch Streets, a hero's funeral in November 1934 after he was crushed under the wheels of his own truck. An estimated 3500 people passed his bier, and taps were sounded over his grave at sunset; Arthur Batten was among the honorary bearers.

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Bott Chosen Head of Policemen, Firemen

Herbert Bott was re-elected president of the Camden Police and Firemen's Association on February 9, 1933, with William P. Spencer winning a three-cornered fight for vice president.

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Cops and Firemen Will Elect Today

Notice of the February 9, 1933 election of officers of the Camden Police and Firemen's Association, with Herbert Bott unopposed for president. Russell Anderson was among ten candidates for fireman trustee.

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