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Newspaper

Cambridge Sentinel

Location

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Feb 04, 1939

Page

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Lent Engagements and Local Happenings in Cambridge

Announced engagement Miss Agnes McHugh director Junior Philomatheia Club to attorney William M Hogan Jr of Cambridge. Bids for new high school addition rejected as all exceeded appropriation. Local notices cover license district meetings, elevator operator changes, party at Flynn residence, Soph ie Neura hosting anniversary party for A Virvickes, and more local society items.

Agnes McHugh Philomatheia Club Wm. M. Hogan, Jr John L. Ford Park Dept Hugh Keenan Flynn Trowbridge St Sophie Neura Crystal Cafe Gas Co A. Virvickes Dimock St Somerville

Ambitious Young Woman Sought for Outside Sales

Wanted notice seeks an energetic young woman for outside sales of staple food products. Steady position with an outstanding future. Respond to Box 8B Cambridge Sentinel.

Cambridge Sentinel

Meeting of Exes at the Continental in Cambridge

Ex-members of Cambridge city government plan a festive gathering next Wednesday night at the Continental. Led by Chas. R. Apted and Secretary and Senator Arthur F. Blanchard, the event aims to renew civic ties among former leaders in a cordial, informal chat with reminiscences and light banter.

Cambridge Yesteryear Associated Chas. R. Apted Harvard Arthur F. Blanchard Rotary, Kiwanis, Et al

Say-Nothing Policy Cited by William K at Meeting

William K decries a culture of silence in business and labor circles. He argues Americans will not thrive if leaders fail to provide clear information about business matters affecting livelihoods. He cites workers and labor leaders who know as much about business as owners and urges greater transparency.

William K Toda America New England

Birthday Ball at Commander Hall Despite Blizzard

A social event held last Monday night at Commander Hall despite a blizzard drew a large crowd. Tickets sold but attendance was weak. the committee reported over 750 dollars in proceeds with half staying in the city to aid infantile paralysis. Chairman Thomas H. Eliot assisted throughout the evening. The Central Sq Theatre manager Maurice Corkery arranged the entertainment. John Roosevelt visited briefly before leaving for Boston and other stops. Notables in attendance included Captain William Bunyan, Fire Captain Ryan, Lt. Stanley Howard, Miss Peggy Reardon, Miss Hilda Doran, and many others.

Stanley Howard U. S Poston Globe Peggy Reardon Howard Reardon Ave Park John Spencer Jos. Guiney E.C.A. Club East Cambridge Mish Bradley Robert Burns Patrick Burns Bellevue Ave Toronto Roberts School Mike Neville State House Jim Conroy Cambridge Pleasant St Lafayette Club Sunny Jim Jas. J. Cassidy M. C Boston Wm. Bunyan Ryan John D. Crowley Donald Born Hilda Doran Edw. Crane Elizabeth McNamara David J. Fitzmaurice Atty John FP. Carr Jos P. Guiney John Harrington Leo Duggan Gee Lowder Martin Booth Patricia

Statement by Ex Library Trustee on Appointment Practices

Former Cambridge Public Library trustee criticizes board handling of eight appointments during his term. He alleges two qualified by exam, four by personal or political influence, and two passed over to avoid testing favored candidates. He condemns a nebulous appointment plan not in minutes.

Cambridge Public Library

Cambridge Commission Seeks Public Backing for Industry Push

Chairman Frank Townsend leads a Cambridge Commission meeting with John V W Law son and Ormore C Francis at his side as they consult the local press. The aim is to enlist public opinion through newspapers to understand revenue values of attracting more taxable utilities to Cambridge, amid cordial talks and earnest discussion.

Cambridge

Roche Loses Plea Over Welfare Board Appointment

At the City Council meeting last Tuesday night, Members debated the appointment of Chas McMenimen to the Welfare Ed. board. A 11 to 4 vote passed the appointment despite criticism from Councillors about fairness and past conduct. The mayor’s stance remains pivotal as the probe continues.

Sennott Chas. McMenimen

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