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Editor’s Note: An inaccuracy has been brought to my attention. In my original article I quoted an earlier article which stated that the exterior of The Sea Mist was the work of “the subsequent nine owners.” That is not true. One man – Fred Morrison is responsible for “the look.” We have made that correction… Read more »
9:56 a.m. “You’re listening to WCFA-LP 101.5 FM now on the air from Cape May Point to Cape May Court House and beyond with an Eclectic Blend of Jazz. I’m Peg Long. I’ll be with you until noon and remember today is Valentine’s Day. You still have time to run out and find something… Read more »
The Beach Theatre, slated for the wrecking ball just three months ago, now appears to be on the brink of being saved. An agreement between a group of private citizens, spearheaded by City Councilman David Kurkowski and Mayor Jerry Inderwies, and Frank Management, owners of the 1950 complex, may be imminent. City Solicitor Tony… Read more »
In 1866, Cape Island had 22 hotels, including an African-American hotel on Lafayette Street. That same year, Jacob F. Cake was brought up from Washington, D.C. to manage Columbia House. He later moved over to Congress Hall. Congress Hall, wanting to keep up with times, added a new wing onto the hotel at Perry Street.… Read more »
Imagine this. It is July, 1863. Philadelphians have just heard the news of the Confederate defeat at Gettysburg increasing their optimism that the war will soon be over and people can get on with their lives. It is blistering hot in the city and the wealthy are looking for a cool respite. Along with the… Read more »
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