[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 40 (Tuesday, April 8, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
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                    TRIBUTE TO THEODORE HOWARTH, JR.

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                         HON. ROBERT E. ANDREWS

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, April 8, 1997

  Mr. ANDREWS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor an individual who has 
given of himself to make his borough a better place to live. I am 
speaking of Chief Theodore J. Howarth, Jr., the newly elected State 
Commander of the American Legion Department of New Jersey. Out State is 
fortunate to have a leader like Chief Howarth in this important 
position.
  Chief Theodore Howarth's dedication to New Jersey and his fellow 
citizens is exemplary. Chief Howarth is a lifelong resident of 
Gloucester City. He served in the Navy for two tours in Vietnam, 
earning the Navy Commendation Ribbon, the Republic of Vietnam Campaign 
Medal, the National Defense Medal, and the Vietnam Service Medal. In 
January 1972, Chief Howarth joined the Gloucester City Police 
Department, where he steadily rose through the ranks. On December 7, 
1988, Theodore Howarth became the chief of police of Gloucester City, a 
position at which he continues to excel. During his memorable 24-year 
career in Gloucester City, Chief Howarth has accomplished much. He has 
established a pathbreaking Juvenile Adjudication Program, established 
numerous community programs in concert with the school system, and 
community service organizations, promoted a policy of Community 
Oriented Policing, and has pursued consistent professionalism in a 
police organization.
  In addition to his impressive police career, Chief Howarth has shown 
an deep commitment to bettering himself and his community. While 
serving in the Gloucester City Police Department, Chief Howarth 
completed his bachelor of science degree in law and justice. He has 
served the Policemen's Benevolent Association in all elected and 
appointed positions. Chief Howarth currently serves as vice president 
of the Camden County Police Chief's Association, and is active on the 
State and national levels as well. Chief Howarth has also served the 
people of Gloucester City through such community organizations as the 
Jaycees, the Carmen Palmiero (Youth) Basketball League, the Police 
Athletic League, the Gloucester City Municipal Youth Services 
Commission, the Gloucester City Celebrations Committee, and the 
Gloucester City Chamber of Commerce, rising to president of each of 
these organizations. In addition, Chief Howarth is active in Little 
League baseball, and serves as vice president of the Gloucester City 
Lions Club. Through his vigorous community involvement, Chief Howarth 
has been honored many times, received such awards as Outstanding 
Citizenship Awards from the Jaycees, Sportsman's A.C., and V.F.W. Post 
#3620, as well as the New Jersey Law Enforcement Officer of the Year 
Award from both the American Legion Department of New Jersey and the 
Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of New Jersey.
  In addition to his active career and dedication to community service, 
Chief Theodore Howarth has remained an active participant in the 
American Legion. He has risen through the ranks, and was elected State 
Commander of the American Legion Department of New Jersey in 1997.
  All who know Chief Theodore Howarth are honored by his service to the 
people of Gloucester City and of New Jersey. I know that Chief 
Howarth's wife, Candy, and son, Sean, are as proud of his 
accomplishments as we all are. Chief Howarth's service has been 
remarkable, and I congratulate and thank him on behalf of all the 
citizens of New Jersey.

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