In 1975. the railroad terminal was placed on the National Register of Historic Places and the State Register of Historic Places. as plans were being made for a new Liberty State Park. State Environmental Protection Commissioner David J. Bardin said "It is a fitting tribute to a unique part of our States heritage." Governor Byrne said. The terminal exemplifies several facets of New Jereys heritage. It reflects the States industrial development. It symbolizes the great immigrant era. And it stands as a notable accomplishment of our 19th century architects. engineers and construction trades. Bardin said. During the migration period three ports received immigrants processed at Ellis Island. New York. Hoboken and Jersey Cityand many opted for Jersey City be. cause it was closest to Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty.
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