Giocondo, Michael
During the Vietnam War era, Michael Giocondo participated in the "Camden 28" raid on draft board headquarters.
Coy, Henry
Did the Coy family harbor a secret in their home at 101 Cooper Street?
Davis, Dr. Henry H.
A leader in public health, Dr. Henry Hill Davis lived at 417 Cooper Street for five years prior to his retirement in 1925.
Truscott, Arthur
While boarding at 415 Cooper Street, architect Arthur Truscott launched his career in Philadelphia.
Franklin, Joshua B.
Originally a livery stable operator, Joshua Franklin's life on Cooper Street spanned to the age of the automobile.
Hanmore, John
John Hanmore, a Philadelphia manufacturer, moved his family to a new home on Cooper Street during the 1880s. His death changed the family's fortunes.
Battle, James Iverson
Once a janitor, James Battle may be the only African American to advance from a position of service on Cooper Street to heading his own household.
Burrell, William H.
William Burrell, a clergyman, performed weddings for couples seeking to evade license requirements in Philadelphia.
Homan, Amos C.
A Civil War veteran, Amos Homan operated a cigar stand at 37 Cooper Street and eventually bought the building.