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Newspaper
Cambridge Sentinel
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1940
Page
8
A quiet, observant proprietor with Puritan Linotype on Austin Street and Cambridge real estate, Signor Heintzelman lived privately yet showed friendliness to those who broke through his reserve. His odd, reserved persona hid a singular, unconventional man who studied life about him with impenetrable mien.
Public debate practice builds personality and power by stimulating sustained thought and verbal expression. Encouraging discussion helps self confident youth overcome ridicule and unlock latent abilities, with theme talks widening scope in upper classes.
A columnist urges Michael to hold public office in high esteem and ignore satirical press mockery. Sullivan is praised for originality and vigilance against alleged communism, while Pope lines are cited to defend dignity and serious public discourse.
The mayoral Highway Safety committee pledges fair enforcement on speed limits. Chief Leahy warns against evading rules on Cambridge streets, noting 25 mph as a key limit. Past efforts show a loud speaker campaign educated hundreds about road dangers for youths and pedestrians.
A Cambridge observance of the president's birthday is planned next Tuesday to support the annual nation wide drive against infantile paralysis. The event is described as a spontaneous display of American charity reflecting democratic values and Christian teaching.
State approves a thru trolley route along Mass Ave from Harvard Square to Mass Ave Station Back Bay with minimal transfers. Trolley service will temporarily hug the avenue during peak hours to ease traffic while buses remain in lighter service. Councillor Toomey praised the progress and the El’s future plans to improve efficiency.
City officials announced a slate of officers and terms as Mayor Lyons highlighted a new library branch possibility near Dana Park and Magazine Street. Quick appointments included Dr. P J Fleming as City Physician, with other postings and term dates through May and June, while lingering questions raised about board continuity and future leadership.
Donovan lauds a 250000 loan for sewer construction and salaries, with a second reading after Hogan’s motion. Winslow’s referral to Finance failed 12 to 2. Banks dissented. An additional 25000 appropriation for WPA salaries passed. Donovan backs city buy of Aberdeen library quarters to save rent and fund books, urges more city owned branches including Observatory Hill. Pill pushes WPA sewing unit reopening. Toomey seeks department justification for appropriations. Routine items approved.
Arrangements are under way for a bachelor dinner honoring Councillor-at-Large William M. Hogan Jr. to be held next Saturday at Hotel Manger in Boston. Michael J. Neville is General Chairman with an extensive executive, reception, and general committees list. Hogan, son of Mr. and Mrs. William M. Hogan, will wed Agnes E. McHugh at Saint Therese Church Everett on Monday at 9. Headquarters are in Harvard Square.
Sausage ranks among the oldest processed foods with popularity in ancient China and Greece. Homer’s Odyssey mentions it in Book 20. The term salami likely derives from Salamis, the Greek city destroyed around 49 BC.
A bustling local note column describes March of Dimes efforts and a mix of city happenings. Mentions Johnny Lyons demonstrating a vacuum at Corcoran's, council sessions over a 243,000 WPA sewer loan, planned auditorium, and mayoral debates. Includes hospital maternity unit dedication plans and community events.
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