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Newspaper
Cambridge Sentinel
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1931
Page
8
Cambridge Massachusetts issues a proclamation acknowledging high highway use and rising motor vehicle deaths and injuries. It cites national figures of more than 31 000 deaths and over a million injuries, warns that children are disproportionately affected, and urges citizens to drive and walk with caution and restraint.
Mayor Russell and city solicitor T. F. Sullivan argue a majority of councillors present and voting may legally confirm or reject an executive appointment. The note stresses that council action may occur with a quorum, even if not all members vote, and urges review of Sullivan’s page 1 communication.
Opinion argues for temperate debate in Cambridge councils and cites Walter G. Davis of Central Trust Co as a model. It jokes about appointing Councillors Sennott Leahy and Delaney with Street Supt. McMenimen and Mayor Russell to distribute a Chesterfield inspired guide.
A letter argues against awarding sub-masters a 10 point examination bonus for school masterships. It asserts promoted assistants should fit the role through experience, not artificial handicaps, and questions whether a non sub-master could beat a seasoned sub-master due to theory alone. The piece urges focusing on efficiency over politics and warns against green hands entering higher office.
Joe Byrne reports an encounter in a New York shop where two shop owners inspect a hair dryer. A salesman, smoking a greasy pipe, talked in a disrespectful manner, prompting outrage over professional etiquette.
A citizen lauds Capt John J Canney for his fair, humane, and principled police leadership at Central Square, criticizing Mayor Russell for reassignment to North Cambridge. The writer stresses Canney’s decency, listening to complaints, and balance in policing while calling him a trusted figure in the community.
A $100000 street labor measure moved through amid heated debate with Leahy, Leahy blocked briefly, and President OConnor ruling the order in order. Supporters cited seven to five years of city labor and the need to help unemployment while critics derided officials and delays. The session also included three zoning hearings and an acceptance petition for Hovey Avenue as a public way, with approvals referred to Roads and Bridges and Ordinances.
Henry J. Mahoney again missed confirmation as Library Trustee by a single vote in a 7 yes 5 no tally with three absentees. Leahy urged confirmation citing Mahoney’s large home library and friendship support, while opponents persisted in opposition amid scattered committee reports and ongoing council business.
On Monday evening at the Anderson home in Dorchester Rev. J W S Lowry married Miss Martha Anderson to John Elliot Farrell using the Westminster Directory of Worship. The couple and guests enjoyed music and a social hour followed by a farewell repast. The ceremony also marked the silver wedding of the bride’s parents Mr and Mrs Anderson. The couple will honeymoon in New York Buffalo and Niagara Falls before settling back in Dorchester.
At a Monday Finance meeting Councillor Leahy pushes for edgestones the full Magoun street length. The exchange includes quips about mayoral powers and potential fallout from outside real estate sources. Tension rises as Stokes O Connor and Shea join the banter amid council intrigue.
Councillor Sennett asks for a traffic light at Prospect and Cambridge. The board of appeal disagrees on Sears-Roe Buck Co to erect a tire-changing shelter behind Porter Square store with Geo McLaughlin dissenting. The mayor questions plans for a 1500-pupil school vs a 30-room project awaiting an answer.
School committee member Lynch urges action while Mayor Russell backs a unified junior high system amid a language course debate. The debate centers on tearing down unsafe buildings and whether to close schools, with arguments about cost and modernization.
Bill Cunningham, a Boston Post columnist, will tell the members of the organization about his upcoming review of city affairs. He is expected to discuss editorial perspectives and the role of newspapers in public discourse.
Mayor seeks John P Brennan as Registrar of Voters to replace J Frank Facey amid political maneuvering. George H Howard rejoins Water Board. Edward B James slated to succeed William B Durant as city leaders eye upcoming election. Senator Fred Macleod objects to redistricting. former Parks chief Montgomery to engage in next city race. Counihan and the mayor enjoy Lake Winnepesaukee weekend. Patrick Casey dies at Togus Maine. Julia Conlan dies at 91. Henry J Winslow to marry Grace Davenport on June 27. John Weatcott relocates to 96 Prospect Street. Sheriff John R Fairbairn marks 10 years in service, approaching 35 total years.
Park Commission leader Coughlin criticizes police protection after vandals destroy shrubbery at Cambridge Field. Supt. Donnelly says crimes occur at night and policemen have not appeared for days. The board votes to notify Station Captains and permit Cambridge Lodge Elks to use the Cambridge Common for Flag Day events on June 14.
Central Square Business Men Association holds a meeting next Monday at 6 30 in Industrial Association rooms Kendall Square. Manager Newman of Central Square Theatre will present talent though not too lively as some members cannot attend due to the meeting location. Mayor Russell may be envious as mail is addressed to His Honor. Gen Mer and H V Greene of Cambridge Electric Light Co show an envelope inscribed To His Honor.
By a 5 to 2 vote the school committee rejects Russ Wood's rule change granting an extra 10 points for sub-masters taking master's ex ams in elementary schools. Only Mr. Lynch supported Wood, arguing sub-mastering should qualify for promotion as in other trades.
By motion of Member McGreenery the superintendent of schools is asked to submit an exams rule for elementary masters and sub-masters at the next meeting. Memorial Day was observed properly by military organizations in this city.
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