23 Jan 1932
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Newspaper
Cambridge Sentinel
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1932
Page
1
A large audience attended the first regular 1992 School Committee meeting as Rindge School discussions arose. Debates over Riv al Foods sales drop and budget control followed, with appointments and clerical issues debated and set for further action.
Cambridge sports fans anticipate a finish wrestling match between Bibber McCoy of Holy Cross and Al Morelli of Boston College at the Boston Arena. Both are top young wrestlers, with McCoy returning from eye trouble and Morelli praised for skill and control. The crowd expects a star bout after a recent 30 minute clash, with Bowser promoting the event at 115 Chauncy St Boston.
Cambridge Public Library trustees met with full attendance led by Thos F O Malley who was reelected chairman. Julia Boyle and Dr Young were re elected secretary and treasurer while Thus F Sullivan kept a year long re appointment. A motion to seek a new branch library at North Cambridge Junction was adopted and main library improvements were urged.
The Jefferson Club Gazette notes talks of red light moves for fire alarm boxes and a plan to modify the Cambridge Police Department car fleet. The piece mocks council chatter, highlights traffic officer shifts, and hints at a local chain drugstore rumored to sell alcoholic beverages.
A new organization of young men named The Topic Taverners held its initial meeting at the Hotel Commander. Monthly sessions are planned to discuss city and state affairs. Temporary officers include John J. Curtin as president David Fitzmaurice as secretary and Joseph A. Callahan as treasurer.
The Sentinel notes Mayor weighs consolidating departments and trimming School Department spending to save money. Councillors discuss Harvard influenced plans, Fresh Pond recreation, and a $4,000,000 tax anticipation borrowing. A roving police squad is suggested as a precaution.
A three hour session of the City Council covered the Rindge School funding debate. The body confirmed a trustee appointment, approved borrowing up to 4 million dollars in anticipation of taxes, and passed the $860,952.78 Rindge Technical School construction appropriation after extended debate over costs and supplier details.
The city solicitor will advise both the City Council and the School Committee on whether Harvard can lawfully sell heat to the city. The inquiry seeks a definitive legal view on the transaction and its compliance with municipal and school procurement rules.
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