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Newspaper
Cambridge Sentinel
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1930
Page
1
A letter questions Cambridge’s lack of visible planning for the Tercentenary in 1930. The writer urges action, noting Judge Walcott leading a citizens committee and Cambridge’s historic ties, while comparing to other towns investing money and inviting colonial leaders. The piece ends urging leaders to mobilize and involve the community.
The parade forms at 10 A M at City Hall with units from Cambridge American Legion Post 27 United Spanish War Veterans VFW and G A R veterans groups. The program on Cambridge Common includes speeches by John J Sheehan William Dawes tribute by city officials and a rifle volley recalling Revolutionary War heroes.
Charles H. Fisher & Co locksmiths announce removal from Pearl and Norfolk streets to 4 Brookline Street in Central square, after 20 years in business. Partner John Edna praises their prompt service and modern apparatus as the new Mass Avenue corner location nears opening.
The statement notes that hand stitched lace is called heal lace, two needle work is needle point, and bobbin work forms pillow lace. It contrasts handmade stitching with machine or tool assisted methods.
The McGrath family fund for fire victim Wm F McGrath rises toward 10000 with Ward 1 led by Councillor Coady reporting 427.53 this week. The appeal list includes Cambridge Helping Hand Club, Engine Fire Co No 1 Hamilton Mass, Arthur T Cabot and others. total to date 6196.66.
The session saw Mayor Russell propose William J. Shea of Lexington Avenue as City Treasurer and Tax Collector. Shea is Councillor Charlie Shea’s brother, and his first attempt failed to gain a majority. The council also noted the death of Water Board member Thomas Kennedy and formed a committee to draft resolutions. The annual budget of more than 7 million dollars was approved with a public hearing set for a zoning change sought by New England Brick Company. An appropriation of 561700.20 for Longfellow School construction was referred to Finance.
The Sentinel’s gossip column mocks Councillor Paddy Delaney over a repeatedly borrowed car used for a joy ride found by police. It mentions upcoming events, City Hall figures, and a fat budget rise, noting a likely tax hike while teasing local politics.
Mrs. Jessie Dakin urged action as autos stayed parked in front of her 15 Humboldt Street and an adjoining lot. She called the district cheap and depraved and said police response times failed, noting a former city councillor’s car among nightly parked vehicles.
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