SURF CITY, A NEW ADDITION TO NJ "CITY" COLLECTION

"LETS GO SURFING - SURF CITY, N.J.

                         By Dennis Beyer

OK, breakout my old Surfboard and let's go surfing again. Maybe even call the Beach Boys to bring their Old Woody down to the beach to join us in a grand old party. I know a great spot, and it's not in California. It's in New Jersey.

I'm talking about Surf City. This is a mega metropolis, at least between Memorial Day and Labor Day ! It is located on Long Beach Island, or to the local folk "LBI."  At its' Northern tip is Barnegat Light House marking the Barnegat Inlet,  which opens to the Atlantic Ocean. On the West is Manahawkin Bay. You have to be from New Jersey to understand these names.

There are about 1200 full time residents, one Yacht Club, and one Police Dept. Including the Chief, there are eleven officers staffing this Department. Head Quarters is located in the Municipal Building, where they share offices with other employees.

Today the Officers where oval badges marked with the word "Patrolman". The badge pictured here is "of the day" - maybe 1930-1940. It was stamped POLICE, and at the bottom of the center circle SURF CITY.

At the center of this 1.75" tall, gold toned shield is the N.J. State Seal. It is a little smaller then a dime. The back features a pin with locking clasp, that are functional.

 

 

Underneath the pin, on the backside of this badge is an old hallmark. It is from C. G. Braxmar. When they made this badge they were located at 242 W. 55th St in N.Y.

 

 

DISPERSE THE CROWD

The piece below is a reprint from a couple years ago. I am posting it again as it seems appropriate with all the riots and acts of destruction in our country the last few days. It seems to fit with what is needed as Our Society deals with unacceptable Radical Behavior. Enjoy the read. 

In the old days if a gang was causing trouble a few cops on horseback dispersed the gang. They ran in all different directions, and the Cops would stop - CASE CLOSED.

Twenty-five years later if there is a gang causing trouble at the usual corner, police cars were sent. The Boys were taken downtown for a shower, a meal, had their picture taken and released - THAT USUALLY MEANT CASE CLOSED.

Twenty-five Days ago, "Anywhere USA", the Boys are back at it. Hold on, not so quick. They're not Boys anymore. Next did you   see that someone in City Hall actually gave them  a permit. The permit says this is their corner up to 11:00 PM. 

However "That Permit" does not give the Gang the right to be belligerent trouble seekers. If they go to far, the Police can be called. The Permit does not authorize Homicide, Arson or just simple Rioting. Those that have "The Permit" need to understand that it is a "privilege", and that there are rules (some of us refer to them as "LAWS) that must be obeyed.

When the Crowd, with the permit, goes to far with their "demonstration," it's time for the "Boys in Blue" to respond. 
When appropriate the Police can apply force to those that don't know how to act like human beings.  

It is sad when this becomes a bad scene. This is because our 'Young Urban Permit Holders' can't read the rules, and if they could, simply wouldn't care. Yeah, plenty of potential for some real harm in these situations, except someone, with brains,  gave the order to DISPERSE THE CROWD.  

Enough said: DISPERSE THE CROWD

N.P.D.  1919

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"PAY THE BILL:" ELECTRIC BILL DUE FROM NEWARK POLICE

Oh no! This looks like a bill. In the days' mail was an electric bill, and I am thinking it has not been paid. This is a serious matter.

I got my glasses, and put my wallet under a cushion. I was all set to let them have a blistering complaint with both barrels. But it was quick and easy to see this bill was not from FPL (Florida Power and Light). Staring me in the face, I can see, this is not a bill, but an Official Order to Pay: "Newark Electric Light and Power Co."

Golly, I never heard of that company, and I grew up in Newark. The wife never heard of it either.

The amount due was  $93.95.

Using a vintage pen, and black ink, a full description of the bill appears in the center of this document. At the very top is written the date - June 2nd, 1890. That is a long time ago.

My eyes are starting to open wide now. I can see this is a vintage document, an order to pay a vendor (Newark Electric) for specific service. At the bottom is the signature of Henry Hopper, Chief of Police.

The rear of this order is signed by a couple people, but the name that stands out the clearest is Dudley Farraud, Clerk. What neat hand writing this man has. I wonder if he placed the stamp near the bottom right that reads "PAID" June 20, 1890. That is rather quick payment. Try today getting a bill paid within the same month. Amazing.

What is more amazing, is the fact that this document, with minimal protection is in excellent condition. There are no folds, tares, or stains. The corners are crisp and sharp. 

I think this is a neat old document, in great condition, and truly a link to the Newark Police Dept. It is very much (tell my wife) worth keeping and displaying. She has been good about that, ever since I bought her (us) a new house. 

MY FIRST BADGE - 55 YEARS AGO - STILL IN GREAT SHAPE

This is a reprint and an amended post regarding my "First Probation Officer Badge." 

I purchased it from H. Buchlien & Son in Newark, N.J. and I believe it cost me $12.00. Of course that was a long time ago - 1965 or 55 YEARS AGO.

I got it in late July  1965 following my appointment as a "County Probation Officer." That was just a few days after graduating from Bloomfield College.

During my college years I thought I would go into education. My father sure let me know "not to go near a police, or other,  job in law enforcement." But the starting salary of $6200 was too much to turn down.

Thirty years after taking that job I found myself settled in as Chief PO, albeit in another County. Now that was something I could have never dreamed of, but luck shined on me. I hung on as Chief for five years.

Now holding that first badge brings me back, would you believe, fifty-five years. There sure are a ton of memories over that time, and they all seems like yesterday. That is Okay because Memories are what I am collecting, and Posting on this Blog.

A SUPER RARE "NEWARK" BADGE

This is my "Special Newark Badge. Number 33"

Once Springfield took ownership of the badge they ordered a name plate, with their name on it, to be placed over the original letters - N E W A R K. Take a look at the picture of the back of this item. In the top "name panel" the stamped letters show the original lettering.

Newark you say. It reads SPRINGFIELD. But it was NEWARK first. That's what makes this fine badge - Unique, Rare and Mine. 

Give the face of the Badge a close look. In the center you will see the famous Eagle that centers on the Newark Shield. He is just above the number box, which has two pillars framing number 33 inside the Box. 

It's doubtful that those are original numbers. They were probably changed to suit the Township of Springfield's needs.

The information that was given to me, is that Newark helped Springfield, by selling the small Township some of the City's Badges to be worn by Township Officers. This took place reportedly in the early 1960's.

Today Newark still uses the same shape for their badges. They have done so since 1914. Springfield has moved on having a badge of its' own design, one that is more suitable to its' status as a very nice suburban community just a few miles West of the big city - Newark.

SALE ITEMS; ARE YOU INTERESTED ???

I have had these badges etc. for too many years and my wife insists I "Get Rid Of Them !"  OK, she said it nicer, pointing out that they don't really fit with my primary focus. So take a look at these badges and asking price. If you are interested drop me a line at:   jerseychief.gmail.com

1.  New York City  1900 Belt Buckle, pewter...........$35.00
                                                                             NOTE ITEM SOLD

2.  Set of New Jersey Borough's ( TENAFLY & CARLSTADT) "Marshal's."............. for pair .......    $120.00    

3.  HISTORIC N.M. BADGE:

 Sterling Silver, Presentation Badge. From New Mexico Territory given to Chief U.S. Marshal Horace W Loomis. This Marshal worked in the Albuquerque area, and thwarted, according to Wells Fargo Chronicles, a Train Robbery at the Water Station in Rio Puerco, N.M. .............................$4499.

                                                                           

  

Below, the rear of this badge is shown magnified, to reveal makers letters, Silver Marking, and Loomis' Name in lower panel.

          

4. NEWARK  Police Shoulder Patch. Good condition...          ..........................................................................             $4.25

5. HISTORIC ENVELOPE FRONT:  Addressed to Charles A LINDBERGH. Mail was processed shortly after the famed aviator's son was kidnapped by Bruno Hauptmann. Envelope had been kept as a souvenir by a Newark Detective, who assisted on the case. It possibly carried one of over a dozen different Ransom demands, and was in the mail received by the family right after the event.          .........................$175.00 

6. New England Area Radiator Badge.  This is a light weight badge, possibly a toy. It could have been used by an officer with a "Juvenile Assignment."  It has nice detail.   ................................................................................    $35.00

7. Pewter FIRE FIGHTER limited edition Belt Buckle.  .............................................................................   $10.00

8.  Gag Badge "Brothel Inspector."  ..............  $7.50               

9. ANTIQUE BADGE SET FROM WEST NEW YORK,       N.J.  No longer the shield in use and out of service over           50  years. In very good condition. Set of 2  ........ $89.00

NEWARK  RECRUIT Police Shoulder Patch. Good condition...          ..........................................................................             $4.25