Mayor Russell presses for city auditor and treasurer control
Mayor Russell bets on Beacon Hill to empower a 90 day city auditor or treasurer approved by the State Taxes Commissioner if the Cambridge Council balks. He seeks an emergency to appoint a trusted official and to shift the fiscal year start to January 1, citing past deficits and rushed budgeting.
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Absent Mayor Russell Presides as Clashs Mark Meeting
Mayor Russell missed the session for the death of his uncle Col J Henry Russell. Vice Chairman Ray FitzGerald presided amid clashes. Supt M E submitted revised hall use rules with fees for Latin School and other buildings, custodian charges, and Sunday rates. State Board approved the electric welding class at Rindge. Hurley urged referral to Personnel Committee.
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Cambridge Mayoral Race Hints of New Contenders
The piece analyzes potential candidates to succeed Mayor Russell in Cambridge. It notes Russell will likely run again and faces opposition from figures linked to Quinn, Barry, Nelligan, and Jay O’Connor. The author weighs chances, past records, and shifting allegiances amid a tense political landscape.
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Gossips From The Sentinel On City Council And Theatre
The Sentinel notes Sennett Murphy and Murphy miss a brief session as Patronage becomes a topic with Pres. O Connor restoring dignity. A hearing on Mayor Russell s bill is set for Monday at 10 30 A M in State House Room 433 before the Municipal Finance Committee. The city s assessed valuation stands at 190 763 200. At Inman Square Theatre the Saf Ray Talking Light Ray System promises clearer sound in early talking pictures. Inventor A Des Biens primus Inc 67 Church St and Manager Harry Cochella are cited. City Hall corridors see daily throngs amid unemployment debates. Continues on page 2.
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New Inman Square Theatre Opens To Capacity Crowd
The new Inman Square Theatre opened last Wednesday to a full house, replacing the former fire-damaged venue. It offers 1,200 leather-finished seats with automobile upholstered ventilated springs, touted as the most comfortable seats in the world. Cambridge residents gain a premier local venue, while Boston visitors are urged to consider the new theater as well.
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Cambridge Council Session Ends In 25 Minutes
Reported attendees remained under doctors care after nervous strain from meeting. Some council action included resignations and replacements on committees, pension for Officer Kelley, and orders for sewer work and recreation building funding.
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How Excise Taxation Affects Your Business and Mine
The Central Square Business Men's Association plans a Monday evening meeting at the Elks ballroom. Hugh J. McMackin will speak on House Bill No. 1 proposing a one cent per half pint excise tax on all beverages except milk. The talk focuses on effects of the measure on beverages and related products.
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