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Newspaper
Cambridge Sentinel
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1939
Page
4
The Public Welfare Board granted permission for a Chinese Medical Relief Tag Day on June 24 from 9 A M to 6 P M. The event coincides with the Chinese Students National Conference at MIT Cambridge June 22 to 26. Street Drive Chairman Week Yee urges city support.
A tremor event described as the beginning of ongoing seismic activity notes several initial shocks. Officials urge caution as authorities assess aftershocks and potential impacts on communities near fault lines.
The column lists 25th anniversary observances for Rev. John J. Ryan of St Pauls Church chaired by Albert E. Good. Edw W Quinn is promoted to Water Works Supt with pay rise. Boston College graduates include Brennan Desmond Fitzgerald and Sullivan. City officials receive MA degrees. Local graduates from B High School noted. Patrolman McLaughlin joins motorcycle squad. James P. Welsh named permanent Fire Dept. member. Ex Alderman Corkery linked to Streets Supt. post. St Marys School to be razed for new 18 classroom building, Essex Street yard.
The Old Spanish Governor's Palace in San Antonio Texas is likely North America's oldest governor's mansion with use by viceroys as early as 1748. Its exact construction date remains uncertain but the site is restored and maintained as it was originally.
Tree kangaroos spend most of their time in trees and are said to be able to leap to the ground from 30 foot height without injury.
Former city solicitor Jim Aylward plans a fall Shakespeare production featuring veteran local performers including Ye Editor, promising an old time troupe atmosphere and a nod to classic stagecraft.
Montana game officials report an increasing number of salmon spawning in Flathead Lake each year, even though the passage from the ocean to the lake is blocked by the Polson dam.
The cantilever method is older than some forms but not as long used as arch or suspension. Ancient Greek builders used corbeled arches around 1100 B C which are really cantilever structures and not true arches.
Jud Tunkirs argues that once a speaker uses the word psychological listeners often misread intent and misjudge meaning. He warns audiences to beware vague jargon and seek concrete explanations.
Cambridgeport Savings Bank lists a mortgagee sale of property in Cambridge on Putnam Avenue and Pine Grove land, with a July 17 bid time at four PM. The notice names the lender and attorney, details the lot and plan, and states taxes and liens may apply. Cash down payment at sale and balance within ten days.
Probate Court Middlesex Massachusetts calls all interested in the estate of William John Anderson to object in writing. John Cockrill, executor appointed by the High Court of Justice in Northern Ireland, seeks license to receive or sell property. Hearing set in Cambridge at 10 am on July 13, 1999. witnesses and documents may be required.
The Massachusetts Probate Court in Middlesex grants Wayne George Kaliway of Cambridge a name change to Wayne George Harris. A written appearance is required by 10 am on July 10, 1939, at Cambridge Court. Judge Loring P. Jordan issues the order dated June 20, 1939.
Commonwealth notices list Anna E Hurley of Cambridge insant inestate guardianship with a third recount before July 12 1939 at Cambridge in the probate court. Loring P Jordan register dates June 19 1939 with heirs devisees to receive mail notice. Also Edward E Power estate probates Bertha E B Power executrix appointment without bond. appearance required by July 1899.
City of Cambridge to hold a license hearing on July 10 at 2 PM in Cite Hall Room 3. Petition by Gladys M. Chance seeks a second class garage license and storage of petroleum cranners at HT Mase. Details include tank capacities and safety measures.
Commonwealth of Massachusetts Cambridge Probate Court notes Lanix M Greeley of Cambridge died. Charles F L Danbar petitions to be appointed executor without bond. Objections must be filed in court by July 13 1939 at Cambridge. Witness John C Lee clerk. June 21 1939.
Icelanders established settlements in Greenland during the tenth century, expanding Norse exploration and trade. The migration linked Iceland to Greenland via cultural and economic ties, shaping early Nordic presence in North Atlantic regions.
Commonwealth of Massachusetts estate matter for Jan Semenchok late of Cambridge Josah County Boston asks for Charles L. Gerrill Milford county public administrator to be appointed. Interested parties may file a written appearance in Cambridge Court by July 3 1939. Witness Judge Loring Jordan Register. June 17 1939 to July 1 1939.
Mortgagee's sale of real estate under a February 1964 mortgage to Home Cheners Loan Corporation. The property in Cambridge Middlesex County will be sold at public auction at 10 AM on Friday July 21 on the premises. Parcel bounds include Harvey Street Wilder Street and Jot shown on the plan dated December 27 16 recorded May 10 1900. The parcel contains 1776 square feet and includes fixtures and portable buildings. Sale subject to unpaid taxes and prior liens. Mortgagee Tames J Brennan State Counsel for the mortgagee.
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