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Baird Boulevard (originally Baird Avenue) runs diagonally through the Parkside and East Camden neighborhoods, named for Camden businessman and U.S. Senator David Baird Sr. It begins at Kaighn Avenue, crosses the Cooper River and Admiral Wilson Boulevard, and terminates at the intersection of Federal Street and 27th Street in East Camden.
Camden Officials to Attend Barbers' and Beauticians' Fete Monday More than 700 persons, including Camden city and county officials, will attend the first annual ball of the Beauticians and Barbers Association to be given Monday night at the Moose ballroom, 808 Market street , Camden.
Camden Courier-Post - February 9, 1938 By Gordon Mackay May we not at this time proffer a suggestion to Mayor Brunner , Eddie Kelleher and the other party sachems that should be a sure-fire plan to make Camden county safe for Democracy?
Camden Courier-Post - February 5, 1938 Mayor Brunner and Commissioner Kobus will open the bazaar to be held by the ladies auxiliary of Sons of Israel Synagogue tomorrow, Monday and Tuesday.
Camden police and firemen gathered at Kenney's on February 3, 1938 to honor Acting Lieutenant Herbert Bott, retiring after five years as president of the Policemen and Firemen's Association. Commissioner Mary W. Kobus and Mayor George E. Brunner praised the force, and Arthur Batten served on the dinner committee.
Hartmann Charges Bennett Agreed to Drop 60 Plan Of Refunding REVENUE CHIEF MAKES HOT DENIAL New Applicant for Post as Consultant Interviewed By W. OLIVER KINCANNON Camden City Commission failed again yesterday to settle the question: Who will be Camden's financial adviser?
Camden Courier-Post - February 20, 1936 Forget Politics and Adopt an Honest Budget, City Rulers Told COLLECT TAXES, REPORT Urges Commissions Also Urged to County Affairs By W. OLIVER KINCANNON Disregard Chapter 60. Refinance under Chapter 77.
Measure to Limit Size and Fix Fees Protested at Noisy Hearing The ordinance approved on first reading January 29 amending the present law regulating the distribution of circulars was voted down by the· city commission on second reading yesterday, after a public hearing.
NEW DEALER'S EYES ON $20,000 PAYROLL, VON NIEDA DECLARES Commissioner Accused Playing Politics on Eve of Election OFFICIAL'S REPLY BRIEF Mayor Frederick von Nieda , in a statement issued yesterday afternoon, severely censured Commissioner Frank J. Hartmann, Jr. , New Dealer, for his attempt to transfer the assessor's office from the city revenue and finance department to Hartmann's control.
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.
In the May 1934 Republican primary, John L. Wible ran for Twelfth Ward county committeeman on David Baird Jr.'s "Regular Republican" ticket, seeking to unseat "Cy" Harris, who was running for an eighth term.
Reesman to Decide If Commissioners Offer Resolution Beverage Dispensers Will Discuss Question at Next Meeting 19 Licenses Issued "The Camden City Commission will take no action on the Sunday beer sale question unless the people express a strong desire for Sunday beer." This is the declaration made yesterday by Mayor Roy R. Stewart .
Commissioner Says, However, He Awaits Public Sentiment Moore Signs Act, New Fees Fixed Stewart and Bennett Against, Hanna and Rhone For With four members of the city commission deadlocked on the is sue, Commissioner Clay W. Reesman last night appeared to hold in his hands the final decision as to whether Sunday beer sales will be permitted in Camden.
Tax Payments Redeem $610,000; County's $481, 000 Cut to $170,000 Editor's Note: During the height of the Depression in the 1930's, Camden, like many other municipalities in New Jersey and the United States, was having problems paying its bills.
Camden Courier-Post - June 1, 1933 Because of the unprecedented rush to pay first-half taxes for 1933, Commissioner Harold W. Bennett , director of revenue and finance, may extend the deadline from 9 p. m. tonight to 9 p. m. June 7 without penalty.
Slash of $720,890 Is Revealed in Totals Passed at Session of Rulers Lease Announced Of Radio Station Commissioners Debate with Von Nieda as He Charges Gross Extravagance By Walt Batezel The Camden City Commission yesterday approved the 1933 city budget after hearing and rejecting economy recommendations of several civic and labor organizations.
Camden Courier-Post - February 2, 1933 Services of A. Benjamin Sparks as city tax sales clerk terminated yesterday as city officials furthered their economy program.