Whatever is right and wrong in American progress faith
The author contrasts optimism and rigidity in progress, noting how early Americans upheld the constitution under immigration, while modern alcohol critics defy law. Citing Lincoln, Garrison, and Phillips, the piece argues true reform respects law and constitutional order, not self indulgence. A clear call to uphold fundamental law.
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United States of America
United States
Garrison
Phillips
Shakespearian Festival Promises Cultural Enrichment in Cambridge
The Chicago Municipal Shakespearean Society presents eleven plays led by Fritz Leiber over two weeks, offering Cambridge a rare cultural education. The editorial calls on schools and parents to enroll students, praising Leiber's artistry and noting Chicago's unique role in fostering such community culture.
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Chicago
Germany
Fritz Leiber
United States
Cambridge
Gossip highlights city council row over Russell Field fees
The city struggles to set a fee for Sunday summer baseball at Russell Field as park officials grant or deny permits. Council politics appear tense with remarks on attendance and April 1 session. Meanwhile reports touch on local governance, appointments, and a stalled discussion on unpaid boards.
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Russell Field
Park Commission
Battleship Front Recreated For Hit the Deck Scene
A full scale replica of a U S battleship forward deck with four 14 inch guns was built for the Radio Pictures musical comedy Hit the Deck at the Central Square Theatre. Sixty workers toiled five days under E L MacMurtrie and Max Ree to complete what is hailed as the era’s greatest set piece. The deck measures 175 by 65 feet and seats about 300 players at a navy Smith party with 90 degree gun sweeps and 25 degree elevation.
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United States
Central Square Theatre
E. L. MacMurtrie
Max Ree
REO
Ffteen
School Board Deliberates Pay Hikes and Shakespeare Plan
At a city school committee meeting Mayor Russell and Vice-Chairman FitzGerald presence sparked a new motion on teacher pay raises from 2900 to 3500 with three yearly 200 increases, while petitions to raise minimum salary were referred to the budget. Attendees discussed civil service, education costs, Shakespeare plays in Boston, and an essay contest for American Legion involvement.
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Brooks
Hurley
Russell
FitzGerald
Charlie Hurley
Lecy Gilbert
Civil Service Commission
Dugan
Atlantic City
Henry J. Mahoney
the Sentinel
Public School Association
Boston
Mahoney
John L. G. Glynn
American Legion
John Lynch
Washington
Rindge School
City council session acts on transit petition and zoning referrals
Mr Lehan Holdson leads a vote to allow standees in buses while the petition of Charles Finstein for a zoning amendment at 125 Pleasant Street and 226 Allston Street is sent back to the Ordinance Committee with new information. Leahy calls for Perk Commission to keep arc lights on Rindge Field all night. Pres Stokes moves to rename Wyeth Terrace and Fresh Pond Avenue to Fresh Pond Parkway as routine orders and committee reports are approved late evening.
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Lehan Holdson
B. “el
Sid” Murphy
Charles Finstein
Pleasant Street
Allston Street
Leahy
Perk Commission
Rindge Field
Pres. Stokes
Roads and Bridges
Wyeth Terrace
Fresh Pond Avenue
Fresh Pond Parkway
Elkcom and Irish Night
A community note lists attendees and speakers including Donahue, Joseph Gomes, Attorney Thomas Sullivan, and several engineers and officials such as P. E. R., P. D. D., and Hon. John P. Brennan. The roster features local professionals, engineers, and civic figures, signaling a joint cultural event with Irish ties.
Cambridge Pastimes and People of 25 Years Ago
A 25 year look at Cambridge life lists weddings, social events, and public notices. Daniel Sweeney and Minnie Nelligan wed at St. Joseph’s Boston with John Carney best man and Agnes Nelligan bridesmaid. Riverside Boat Club ball at Cypress Hall. George Dinan named Sealer of Weights and Measures. Hans Carstein among health-seeking travelers in the Caribbean. Walter Whalen shifts business vacation to Brookline. Cambridgeport gym members see The Brighter Side at Tremont Theatre. Professor Drake lectures on the Passion Play of Oberammergau at Aquinas Hall. Subway debate looms with optimism for a tunnel. McInness Orchestra hosts St Patrick’s night at Cypress Hall. Eddie White speaks on Postman trials. Birth of a son to Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Sullivan of Rice Street. Pat Murphy celebrated tin wedding with Bella. he remains with the Board of Health gearing toward a golden anniversary.
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Daniel P. Sweeney
Minnie A. Nelligan
St. Joseph's Church
Boston
John Carney
Agnes Nelligan
Bride
Minnie
David
Peter
North Cambridge
Dan
Boston Produce Exchange
Cambridge Dogberry Corps
Riverside Boat Club
Cypress Hall
George H. Dinan
Cambridge
George
Hans L. Carstein
Caribbean Sea
Hans
Walter Whalen
Dorchester
Brookline
Lever Bros
Mechanic Square
Cambridgeport
E. 5. Williard
Tremont Theatre
Jim Whelan
Mat Copithorne
Jack Haverty
Charlestown
Roxbury
McInness
St. Patrick's
Mac
E. G. White
Prospect Union
Eddie
Central Sq
Dennis Sullivan
Rice Street
Jerry
Pat Murphy
Bella
Pat
West End
East Cambridge
Board of Health
Cambridge hearing on Lydia Mosee liquor license request
The Cambridge Massachusetts License Commission will hold a hearing at City Hall Room 32 on Monday March 24 1990 at 2 p m regarding Lydia Mosee petition for a license to sell keep and store liquor at 25 Walden Street Cambridge The notice specifies a limit of 2000 gallons previously licensed and a restriction as part of the permit by order of the License Commissioners John E Queens chairman March 6 1990
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City Hall
Lydia
Mosee
Caseline
Walden Elpdet
Sherman Street
Cambridge
Board License Commissioners
John E. Queens
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