This Day in History: 1926-06-01

When Judge Price returned to his home from a business trip he discovered that his house had been robbed. He immediately notified Chief Dator, indicating that he suspected a young man who worked for him. It had been reported that the teenager had been seen boarding a trolley in the direction of Paterson. He was later traced to Ridgewood where he had changed trolleys for one to New York. Chief Dator sent one of his deputies, Roy Monroe, to Arcola Park to watch for the suspect. Dator headed for New York City. On a chance he stopped at Palisades Amusement Park in case he had stopped there for a bit of fun. In a short time he discovered the young fellow at a shooting gallery and arrested him. When he was searched he was found to be carrying $1,455 in stolen money and jewelry, and a 32-calibre revolver, all belonging to the Judge. He was taken to Hackensack and held pending a grand jury hearing. Judge Price expressed great satisfaction at the quick action taken by Chief Dator and the return of his property. (Bristow)