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Hague machine wields Hudson County power in politics
The piece portrays Mayor Frank Hague as a controlling force in New Jersey politics, shaping elections through Hudson County. It cites Longo’s legal troubles, the judiciary’s ties to Hague, and Governor Edison’s early attempts to curb the machine, noting the influence on 1940s political dynamics and a 37 continuation.
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Frank Hague
Jersey City
Roosevelt
New Jersey
Hague
Hudson County
John R. Longo
Longo
Edison
New Jersey Supreme Court
America
Biddle
Eral
Charles Edison
Navy
South Jersey