Good men were appointed and meritorious men promoted as never before, while the corrupt and dangerous officers were punished in a number of instances sufficient, at least, to check and discourage evildoers.
Lodge notes the positive changes in the New York police force under Roosevelt's leadership, emphasizing merit-based appointments.
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