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Story September 8, 1923

Perth Amboy Evening News

Perth Amboy, Middlesex County, New Jersey

What is this article about?

Assemblyman Harold G. Hoffman opposes the planned September 25 closure of the Morgan State Police sub-station, communicating with Col. Norman Schwarzkopf about its necessity for traffic regulation and support to Monmouth County areas like Matawan and Keyport; mayors urged to advocate retention.

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REMOVAL OF MORGAN STATE POLICE STATION OPPOSED

Assemblyman Harold G. Hoffman, of South Amboy, has communicated with Col. Norman Schwarzkopf of the state police in Trenton, protesting against the removal of the police sub-station at Morgan. It is understood that the station is under orders to close on September 25. Mr. Hoffman in his communication points out that in addition to enforcing traffic regulations during the fall and winter, the police are needed in their present location to carry on their regular work. An effort is being made to have the mayors of the various municipalities urge that the police station be maintained at Morgan.

Not only are the Morgan police called upon to enforce laws in this section but also in Monmouth county; especially Matawan, Cliffwood and Keyport. In arresting criminals or solving crimes, the state police at Morgan station are often called upon to aid the municipalities of Monmouth county, as well as those from the station at Freehold. Assemblyman Hoffman points out

What sub-type of article is it?

Historical Event

What themes does it cover?

Justice

What keywords are associated?

Police Station Removal State Police Monmouth County Traffic Enforcement Criminal Aid

What entities or persons were involved?

Harold G. Hoffman Norman Schwarzkopf

Where did it happen?

Morgan, Monmouth County (Matawan, Cliffwood, Keyport), Freehold

Story Details

Key Persons

Harold G. Hoffman Norman Schwarzkopf

Location

Morgan, Monmouth County (Matawan, Cliffwood, Keyport), Freehold

Event Date

September 25

Story Details

Assemblyman Harold G. Hoffman protests to Col. Norman Schwarzkopf against closing the Morgan State Police sub-station on September 25, emphasizing its role in traffic enforcement and aiding Monmouth county municipalities; efforts made to have mayors urge maintenance.

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