24 Dec 1938
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Newspaper
Cambridge Sentinel
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1938
Page
1
The Park Board, led by Prof. Carroll Doten, approves the provisional appointment of Francis D. Coady as Assistant Superintendent of Parks after a six month dispute. Coady has been reporting for work since November 17 without pay. A competing motion by Brooks proposed John C. Hillery for the post, but was set aside.
A reader writing from a seaside cottage near Minot's Light addresses the editor as a former Cambridge resident. He recalls massachusetts Ave and Oxford Court, notes ongoing taxes, upkeep costs, and his continued interest in the Cambridge scene while citing Ripley.
H. J. Mahoney met with the License Board on Monday to discuss liquor supervision policy. He stated that the matter is widely understood, hinting at forthcoming measures and emphasizing enforcement and public safety. The item continues on page.
The column reports the Street Dept will move to the new Hampshire Street Building upon completion. It notes the Park Road dispute over provisional appointment of Ex Representative Cordy as Asst Superintendent of Parks, and other local governance details. It mentions Mayor Lyons keeping direct contact with his staff and an upcoming Elks New Year party with Joe O Leary's Irish Minstrels.
A small Monday night audience witnessed a lively school board session. Mayor Lyons urged passage of his rule amendment to wit On and this clash highlighted tense municipal governance at the committee meeting.
An active committee prepares for the annual Mayor's Day observance at the Home for Aged and Infirm. The event promises to eclipse recent years with a varied program of entertainments and activities.
Mayor Lyons advances a WPA aided plan to convert the idle Boardman School on Windsor Street into a two story recreation center for Newtowne Court and nearby river neighborhoods. The project includes a library branch, gym and hall, rest rooms, baths, and a workshop, at an estimated cost under $20,000 to foster social, physical and mental development and a stronger future citizenship.
A 1910s style Christmas greeting from John W. Lyons, mayor, extends sincere good wishes to Cambridge residents for a merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year. The message recalls the first Noel and the enduring spirit of peace on earth.
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