We are now up to "H" which is for HADDON HEIGHTS in my MUNICIPAL COLLECTION. It is the 15th distinct community in alphabetical order in this display.
I know I have had this badge for a couple of decades, and I recall who gave it to me. What I don't know is where this town is located. New Jersey is a small state, but would you believe there are over 500 towns.
I don't think I could name half of these communities. This is one such place. I had to use my rusty investigative skills to learn this place is in beautiful suburban Camden County. That is South Jersey near the Delaware River. I don't think George Washington knew of the place or ever slept there.
The community is incorporated as a "Borough." That means you use the word town rather loosely and inaccurately. But we are all friends here so call it what you wish.
The Borough has about 7000 people, and obviously a Police Department. This is an old badge so I assume the "Boys in Blue" have been around a while.
It is the traditional design with the N.J.State Seal stamped into the front prior to plating. The letters are simple recessed and filled with black enamel. It reads: HADDON HEIGHTS and on the second panel appears the word: POLICE. There is a number box on the bottom with the numerals 15.
I wish I had some memories about this location. I guess I should be satisfied to know my memory is still pretty good, and I do have a nice badge in my collection.
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