By: Dennis Beyer
The Emergency Bureau was a major part of Newark Police's special responses. In my Collection of Newark Memorabilia I have quite a few pictures (some originals) relating to this unit. The Trucks below are of the vehicles used by the EB.
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The Men below were Newark Police Captains. They were assigned as Commanders of the Emergency Bureau dating back to the 1935. I believe I have them in the correct order, but any corrections are welcome.
Captain Frank O'NEILL, above, is believed to be the first Commander of the EOB. He was on the job for 6 years starting in 1935 to 1941. Note the style of his Badge. It was worn by Captains in this time frame.
If you would like to move that magnifying glass around take a close look at the Hat Badge worn in this picture. Did Captain O'Neil borrow the "CHIEF'S" Hat, as it is not marked "Captain, for this picture."
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The above is Captain Peter Corbally who was Commanding Officer of the Emergency Bureau from 1941 to 1946. Note that he is also wearing an older style Captain's Badge. You may also observe the partial view of his "Radio NPD" patch. Both have been replaced.
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This is Captain Hugh O'Gorman. He served from 1946 - 1947.
On his Uniform I have made three observations. First is the same Badge style as in earlier pictures. Second is the apparent "Eagle Pin" on the shoulder as opposed to Captain's Bars. Last the shoulder Patch has the word Newark at the top. Only the letters "N & E" visible, but this is a change in Patches.
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This Captain is Charles Byrne. He was in charge between the years 1947 and 1956. The style of Badge appears to have changed from his predecessor, but it too has been replaced.
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This is Captain Dominick Spina. He served during the year 1958. His Badge Style appears to be the same as Byrne's.
Spina was either not allowed to borrow the Chief's Hat for his picture, or maybe He was just showing off a good head of hair. Whatever the reason He is the only Captain pictured here without a hat.
Later in his career He became the Police Director, and also survived an assassination attempt during a colorful career.
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Unfortunately I do not have the identification on the Man pictured below however his picture was included with other EB Captains. Note that this is the first appearance of the current Newark Captain Badge. It is identical to that of NYPD and frequently seen on TV. Maybe this is why this Captain has a huge smile on his face
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This is Captain John Notte. He served as the EB Commanding Officer from 1962 to 1968.
It is not known if he was the "last" Commander of the EB, however this is the last of the pictures that I have of Commanding Officers.
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The following pictures are also related to the Emergency Bureau of the Newark Police Department. They are presented for your enjoyment and with the hope that a memory may be rekindled.
A Motorcycle Unit pictured below is seen entering the street from the EB Station in Downtown Newark.
The "Gentlemen" to the right are Officers assigned to the Emergency Bureau. They are in the "work clothes" ready to avoid water or some hazardous material.
With the invention of the motor vehicle came the occasion of daily accidents. This was a turn over, where the automobile came to rest on its roof. Spectators, and a Police Officer, stand behind the auto in picture below.
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This last picture is of a "Command Citation." It was signed by Capt. Rocco Ferrante, who was C.O. of the EB in 1975. This citation was issued to a friend and fellow Collector of Newark Police Memorabilia, Frank Donaghy.
It is hoped that you enjoyed this post and the photos of the Men of the Newark Police Emergency Bureau.
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