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George W. Anderson

Camden Fire Department personnel record for Russell J. Anderson (front)

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Russell J. Anderson

Russell J. Anderson (1897–1958) served with the Camden Fire Department for over 27 years, from December 1930 until his death in June 1958, assigned to Ladder Company 1 and later the Electrical Bureau.

July 24, 2026·4 min read

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Herbert Anderson

Herbert Anderson was born in New Jersey in 1891 to George W. Anderson and his wife Lizzie Anderson, one of at least four children. His father served as a member of the Camden Police Department from the 1890s through at least 1916.

March 16, 2023·2 min read

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George W. Anderson

GEORGE W. ANDERSON was born in New Jersey in May of 1862.

October 6, 2021·2 min read

Sergeant George Anderson Ill

Camden Courier - January 9, 1922 The many friends of Sergeant George W. Anderson of the Third District will be sorry indeed to learn that he is again seriously ill at his South Camde n home, 582 Clinton Street .

January 9, 1922·1 min read

Charged with being Assailant

Chared with Being the Assailant

Charged with being the assailant of Sergeant of Police George Anderson , who was knocked from at automobile by the chauffeur on March 2, when he attempted to make an arrest, Frank E Wade, 28 years old, of 415 North Fourth street was held in $500 bail by the Recorder yesterday.

April 13, 1917·1 min read

Children Secure Fathers Release 1

Children Secure Father's Release

Camden Post-Telegram - July 18, 1916 Promises to Mend Erring Ways and Heartily Thanks Recorder.

July 18, 1916·2 min read

Police Shake-up in Camden newspaper clipping

Police Shake-up in Camden

There was a general change in Camden's Police Department yesterday occasioned by the retirement of Captain Arthur Stanley after nearly twenty years of service.

February 17, 1916·1 min read

Camden at a Glance newspaper clipping

Camden at a Glance

Philadelphia Inquirer, January 29, 1916 — Camden at a Glance Philadelphia Inquirer, January 29, 1916 On the force ten years, Sergeant Lewis Stehr was made a police captain yesterday by Mayor Ellis. He succeeds Arthur Stanley.

January 29, 1916·1 min read

Police Carnival was a Gigantic Success

The second annual industrial show and carnival of the Camden Police Beneficial Association draws more than 50,000 to the Third Regiment Armory; Captain Edward Hyde served on the organizing committee.

February 16, 1914·1 min read

Police Pension Fund Election

J. Oscar Weaver wins the presidency of the Camden Police Pension Fund over George Anderson in a spirited annual election; Edward Hyde is elected recording secretary.

January 14, 1910·1 min read

Camden News Notes

A roundup of Camden news, including the nomination of officers for the Camden Police Pension Fund — with Edward Hyde nominated recording secretary — and the funeral of George Bird.

December 9, 1908·1 min read

In Police Dragnet

In Police Dragnet

Successful Raid on an Alleged Pool Room in Camden Seven Men Captured Keefer, Who Says He Spent His Employers' Money in the Place, Identifies the Prisoners The Camden police yesterday raided the alleged poolroom at 25 South Third street, where Walter H. Keefer, former manager of the Merchantville Light and Power Company, claims he lost $254, belonging to his employers.

May 14, 1899·5 min read

Before the Recorder

Before the Recorder

Camden Daily Courier - January 31, 1899 Disposition of the 'Slate'—Not a Come in Banc, to be Sure.

January 31, 1899·1 min read

Death Lurked on a Camden Street

Death Lurked on a Camden Street

Philadelphia Inquirer - January 7, 1898 HARRY J. SCHAEFER STEPPED ON A LIVE WIRE AND DIED IN AWFUL AGONY.

January 7, 1898·3 min read

Two Men Shot in a Race Riot in Camden

A race riot in South Camden's Seventh Ward leaves two men wounded; police, including Policemen Hyde and McClung, exchange pistol fire with the combatants and make several arrests.

July 6, 1897·2 min read

Serious Charges by Defeated Candidate

Serious Charges by Defeated Candidate

Philadelphia Inquirer - June 12, 1897 Freedom C. Lippincott Claims That Philadelphia Repeaters Voted in Camden. BEGINS A NEW CONTEST Committee of One Hundred Starts on a New Tack in Its Efforts to Oust City Treasurer Felton - A Bond iFled [sic] .

June 12, 1897·3 min read

A dog, supposed to be mad, was shot by Policeman Anderson at Sixth and Mickle streets yesterday, after the animal had terrorized the neighborhood.

A Dog Was Shot

Philadelphia Inquirer - February 18, 1897 A dog, supposed to be mad, was shot by Policeman Anderson at Sixth and Mickle streets yesterday, after the animal had terrorized the neighborhood.

February 18, 1897·1 min read

In Jail with a Baby

In Jail with a Baby

Harriet Smith and Her Daughter Charged With Policv Selling Harriet Smith, who has often been before the court on the charge of selling policy, and who was pardoned after being sentenced to state's prison, was again arrested last night, together with her daughter, Susan Kinsey, on the charge of selling policy.

February 11, 1896·1 min read

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Insubordination

Trenton Evening Times - April 6, 1893 The police board of Camdem [sic] has concluded the trial of Lieutenants Lee and Foster and Policemen Ralph Bond, William Repley and George Anderson , and found them guilty of insubordination.

April 6, 1893·1 min read