27 Feb 1932
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Newspaper
Cambridge Sentinel
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1932
Page
1
Inspectors Carroll Glennon and Nixon of headquarters captured four suspects described as auto thieves hand bag snatchers and gasoline gyppers after a brief gunfight in which nine shots were fired. They are rounding up more alleged members of the gang.
Boy Scout visitors presented a cedar gavel to the City Council during a Tuesday session. Trooper John F. Watson, the spokesman, said the gavel was carved from the strongest wood obtainable.
Nearly 100 members of the Harvard Square Business Men's Association met at the Commander Hotel for a dinner and reports. Secretary Carmay noted enforcement of the parking ordinance improved and Dunster Street poles would be removed in about three weeks. The main topic was Cambridge adopting the community chest plan with Garfield A. Davis explaining the Lowell Community Chest Association's approach.
A close associate of Mayor Rnoxsell hints that he cannot control all events, while news of a potential Middlesex County sheriff candidate surfaces. The unnamed Mae descendant from Somerville, tied to Irish royal lines, targets political prominence as speculation swirls about Eddie Counihan and Roosevelt era roles. Rep Paul A Dever's plans remain unclear.
The Sentinel notes the death of Mrs. George R. B. Moran wife of the Commander Hotel manager aged 28 She died from scarier fever contracted while nursing a ill son The obituary remarks her dedication as a mother and community figure.
A column praising Mayor Richard Manning Russell for his public service and courage. The writer recalls his 1920s city council days, notes his self-reliance, humor, and commitment to taxpayers, and ponders his political lineage and future impact. The piece hints at continued discussion on page 4.
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