1934: TRENTON POLICE ASSIGNED TO TRENTON PARK AREAS

"Rowdyism;" How the picture has changed over the years! Today, rowdyism has evolved into near anarchy in Camden, Newark, Trenton, and other New Jersey cities and is even infecting many suburban areas. The crime situation in 21st century America has altered the lifestyle of many citizens, not the least of which is the local police departments. The officers above were assigned to the many parks in the Trenton area, with the goal being to contain "rowdyism."