Early map of Alameda County Townships that include the townships of Alameda, Oakland, Brooklyn, Eden, Washington and Murray. As populations increased more townships were created within the already existing townships such as Pleasanton, Mission San Jose, Irvington, Niles, Centerville, and Warm Springs.
Presented to
J. E. Becker
By the Citizens of Brooklyn Township
Alameda Co. Cal.
In recognition of bravery shown in the performance of his duty
June, 20 1908.
John Edward Becker was born in 1867 and for many years resided on Crosby St. Alameda, CA. He enjoyed police work and also worked as a Southern Pacific Railroad Officer. He enlisted in the National Guard on Nov. 10, 1899 and was a Sergeant in 6th Infantry 3rd Brigade. He died in Alameda on May 13, 1925 at age 58.
Chief Deputy Constable Brooklyn Township. This large presentation star is made of sterling silver and heavily hand engraved. The lettering is filled with hard fired enamel.
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