In the northwestern part of the township, on the turnpike of the same name, is the old hamlet of White Horse, so called from the old tavern whose sign was adorned with the figure of a white horse. Previous to the building of the railroad it was a popular stopping-place for travelers from Philadelphia to Egg Harbor, but for many years has had a limited local patronage only. Among the best remembered as keepers have been Ephraim Hillman, Joseph Wolohon, Minor Rogers, John Sharp, William Carson, and the present Erastus Davis. Half a dozen houses and shops were built in this locality, the latter being yet carried on. Soon after the building of the Camden and Atlantic Railroad a station was located near this place, which also bore the name of White Horse; and for a time there was a post-office, with the same name. After its discontinuance, another office was established, with the name of Marl City, whose use was prostituted by unscrupulous Philadelphia parties, when the department discontinued it. About fifteen years ago a new post-office was established with the name of

KIRKWOOD, in compliment to Joel P. Kirkbride, an influential farmer living in Waterford, near the station, which also received this name. Theodore B. Bibbs was appointed postmaster and was succeeded by the present incumbent, Ephraim Tomlinson. The latter opened the first regular store in the place in 1870, building a new store in 1886. Here are, also, the extensive ice-houses of the Wilson Coal and Ice Company and the fine flouring-mill of J. P. Kirkbride, the later being in Waterford township. Coopers Creek was here first improved to operate a saw-mill, but in 1838 a small grist-mill was built, which passed into the hands of the present owner in 1850, and was by him improved to its present condition. The mill-pond is a large and attractive sheet of water, bordered on the Gloucester side by a beautiful grove. This became the property of the railroad company a few years ago, and was converted into

Lakeside Park. --These popular pleasure-grounds embrace about seventy acres of land, well inclosed and provided with the means to secure rest and enjoyment. In the grove are many native pines, whose oders add to the sense of enjoyment. The lake has been well supplied with small boats, and in the park are many devices to amuse and recreate the wearied mind and body. The company has provided abundant transportation facilities, which has secured a liberal patronage for the park from Philadelphia.

Kirkwood Marl and Fertilizing Company was organized in January, 1879, with John Lucas, president; Joel P. Kirkbride, secretary and treasurer; George M. Rogers, superintendent; John F. Bodine, Peter L. Voorhees and Harvey Quicksall directors. The company work the marl-beds near Kirkwood, first developed to a considerable extent, by Minor Rogers, until the present management took charge of them. The marl here found is of superior quality, lying about three feet below the surface of the ground, and the bed has a depth of fifteen feet. Easy means of shipment are provided by track from the railroad, which runs through the beds. For the manufacture of fertilizers suitable buildings and machinery have been provided. About 12 men are employed.

The discovery and use of these fertilizing agents, added to the natural richness of the soil in this locality, has made splendid farm improvements possible. Among the finest may be named the farm-buildings of Alexander Cooper, E. W. Coffin, Ephraim Tomlinson, J. P. Kirkbride and Elias E. Hunt.

From History of Camden County New Jersey by George R. Powell, 1886, page 678.