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Battle over Massachusetts cat licensing bill shifts to House
Mass lawmakers prepare for a heated House debate on House Bill 1742 licensing cats with a 50 cent fee and a bounty. Opponents led by Representative John L. Donovan anticipate defeat while the Boston Cat Club and animal supporters distribute resolutions and urge senators to oppose the bill. A letter-writer argues cats protect against pests and questions the bill’s cruelty and enforcement.
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Massachusetts
House of Representatives
John L. Donovan
Ward 7
Boston
Boston Cat Club
Morgan Kent
Sewall Avenue
Brookline
Gilbert O. Oliver
Cambridge Street
Allston
Henry A. Fox
Pinckney Street
Raymond Coppins
Centre Street
Newton
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Helen C. Broyton
George B. Brayton
Brighton