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Newspaper
Cambridge Sentinel
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1940
Page
4
Lee Ryan of Burlington visits relatives here with an Elks Hall reception. Kidder is pushing for Ward 7 council seat backed by public business acumen. John F Danskin aims for Ward 6 council seat noted for his bakery reputation and River Street shop closure.
Druggist notice from General 86 Massachusetts Avenue Cambridge lists Miriam Gordon of The Tech Inc as seeking renewal of her alcoholic beverage license. The document names John E. Quinn Timothy F. Leahy Herman Ek Gutheim and the Cambridge Board of License as involved parties.
Keene seeks renewal of license for Henry's Market at 24 Surrey Street Cambridge main store with back room cellar for age in on Listford with storage. Before the Board of License Commissioners E Quinn Timothy F Leahy Heeman E Guthem weigh the application.
The meeting discussed a Federal PWA issue on naming public buildings and reviewed a health plan to X-ray future teachers for TB symptoms with no city cost. Other actions included Christmas carol arrangements, a disputed transfer petition, a fuel bill referral, and a pending diploma for a 19 year old high school student awaiting army call.
Twenty five years ago Herbert M. Bridey, councillor candidate, exudes confidence despite not winning. In Ward 2 ex Assessor Hogan, Councilman Kelleher and Harry Williams vie for the seat. East Cambridge Merchants’ Assn opens a new white way while Mayor Good watches a bustling holiday parade.
Under General Laws Chapter 15 Harry H. Kuork has applied for renewal to sell wines and malt beverages at a package goods store on 27 Mass Avenue Cambridge. The notice lists a first floor room with a cellar for storage in the said building.
A 1940 notice from Middlesex Probate Court Cambridge seeks objections to Guardian appointment for Frances W. Wilson of Cambridge. Attorney filing required by 10 AM on January 6 1911. Judge John C. Leggat presiding with registrar Loring P. Jordan.
A report notes that more lives are lost to farm work than any other industry, underscoring hazardous conditions on farms and the need for safety measures for workers and families.
Ban tenons interested in the estate of Theodore C. Wilton late of Cambridge. Court to appoint Albert Wolfe of Cambridge or suitable person as administrator. Objections must be filed in the Cambridge Court before 10 am on the sixth day of TH return day. Witnessed by Toho C. Leggo, Esq, First Judge, December 10, 1940. January 25, 4
Commonwealth of Massachusetts notice to heirs legatees and devisees regarding probate of a will for Melzor D. Smith late of Cambridge. Grace A D Smith of Cambridge is named executrix without bond. appearance required January 7 before 10 am at Cambridge Probate Court before Judge Jordan.
In Middemex County probate court trust estate of Elizabeth Emerson Manson of Cambridge presented for allowance its first to fourth accounts. The court set January 7 for return day with witness John C. Begeet Exquire First Judge. Registry note by Loreng Pl Jordan, Register, December 21 25 Jun.
A brief note reports that telepathy or direct mind communication between unseen individuals is accepted by many. The item notes widespread belief without detailing evidence or sources.
Recovery from tuberculosis hinges on early diagnosis. Christmas Seal funds finance the Cambridge Tuberculosis and Health Association annual Early Diagnosis Campaign.
A sales pitch urges readers that future income is assured and they should own a home. It claims ownership is affordable at current rent and invites contact to view listed houses and learn particulars from the dealer.
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