Ebullient Cambridge figure described in local social circles
A portrait of a polished Cambridge man, noted for urbane manners and soft speech. He hails from Rockland, son of John G. Ficcpevald and Maryne Fitzgerald, educated at State Normal School and Boston College, and moved to Cambridge as a pedagogue. He holds degrees AB and AM and participates in the Cambridge Teachers’ Club and local civic groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cambridge
Hesborne
Rockland
John G. Ficcpevald
Maryne Fitzgerald
Cork
State Normal School
Boston College
Deee College AB
Beree
Eae
Union
Isk Bones
Cambridge Teachers’ Cis
Cambridge Industrial
Racaibeige
Devery
James E Curry and Irish Roots Highlight Early Cambridge Life
The piece recalls James E Curry born to Irish lineage with ties to County Kerry. He attended Otis Thorndike and Rindge, earned an LLB, and later a Northeastern University degree in 1915. Public service marked his career, driven by Celtic spirit and concern for ordinary people.
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County
Kerry
Waterford
Ireland
Cambridge
Otis
Thorndike
Rindge
Northeastern University
Ee Co i
Cambridge official Curry to leave zoning board role
A Cambridge official, Mr. Curry, is stepping down from his role related to zoning law changes and appeals. Known as a dependable figure within the administration, he has long served the community with courtesy and professionalism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cambridge
He Iman
Texacint
Curry
Frederick C White Building Contractor Notes
Frederick C White described as a versatile building contractor with long family history. The text hints at decorum and humor in his character, mentions a Revolutionary ancestor, and notes his notable appearance. References to education and social affiliations are scattered.
City Solicitor Thomas F. Sullivan Highlighted
A Cambridge official profile notes Thomas F. Sullivan of 27 Concord Avenue as City Solicitor in a reminiscence that recalls his Irish heritage and local ties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas F. Sullivan
Cambridge
Cambridge Lawyer With Broad Local Ties
The subject, a Cambridge attorney at law, is described as serious minded and successful in practice. He has served as City Solicitor of Cambridge for nearly two years after appointments by Mayor Russell, and provides many legal opinions. He is active in Elks, Kiwanis, the Harvard Square Businessmen, and bar associations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ieee
County Conk Ax
Ireland
Peas
Atorney-At
Boilivan
Middlesex County
Bucknell
Cambridge
Russell
Lodge of Elks, Kiwanis Club
Harvard Square Busines Men's Association
American Bar Association
Cambridge Bar Association
William Dr Hillis Oil Dealer and City Councillor
William Dr Hillis, Cambridge born oil dealer and city councillor, of Irish descent, known for a dignified, democratic bearing. He attended local high school and a School of Accounting, and held Elks membership alongside public duties. January 4th marked a notable time in his civic service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William DR. Hillis
Mary O'Neill Hillis
Ireland
Ciller Hillis
Cambridge
Parva
Ge Ben
The
Elks and
Remembered Local Leader Fred Burke Vital Civic Figure
A tribute recalls Fred Burke born in land Maine and his mother. a former Common Council member 1909 1912 and legislator 1911 1912 and editor of the Sentinel in 1913 1914. The piece notes his slender form, philosophical mind, civic duties, and courteous conduct at vital statistics office.
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Land
Common Council
Insetts
the Sentinel
Burke
Epjoys
EK. of
C. and the Elks
Mr. Burke
Fred Burke
Stephen H Mahoney Rec Director Recalled in Brief
An obituary style note recalls Stephen H Mahoney, superintendent of recreation, linking him to a Celtic heritage while noting his Somerville birthplace and a past in the local community. The fragment references a 20 year gap and hints at early life details.
OLLER'S Salutes Cambridge Irish Community Centenary
OLLER'S honors Cambridge Irish residents marking a century of progress. For forty five years the store has offered goodwill and friendly service to all races and classes, crediting community cooperation for its measured success and healthy influence in Cambridge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oller
Cambridge
Somerville Leader Dennis Mahoney Acknowledged Inheritance Lineage
The article profiles Dennis Mahoney tracing his lineage to O’Gonnell and notes his Irish roots. It highlights his education at Somerville High School Holy Cross College and Harvard Law School with a career as a coach and administrator. He serves as superintendent of recreation in Cambridge and is praised as a civic leader and Kiwanis member.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dennis ‘Mahoney
Ae O'Gonnell
Eli
Sommeeville
Somerville High
Gang
Somerville
Bouton College
Ms I
Recreation
Cambridge
Impor
Mshonzy
Daniel J Kelly Named State Boxing Commissioner
Daniel J Kelly of 29 Grazier Road was appointed by Governor Ely as State Boxing Commissioner. A Harvard and Boston College educated lawyer and former deputy state auditor, Kelly has led athletic education roles at Harvard and Posee-Nissen School. He is active in Elks and Knights of Columbus and holds positions in multiple professional associations.
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Honore
Danial Joseph Kelly
Grazier Road
Ely
Francis XX. Hurley
Worcester
Johanna Clifford Kelly
Cahercvine
County Berry
Ireland
Maurice Springfield
Boston
Kellys
Kelly
Harvard
Posee-Nissen School
Kally
B& State
Alhambra Coumell
K. of C
William Hennessy Candy Manufacturer Real Estate
A portrait of William Hennessy, Cambridge candy maker turned real estate investor. The narrative highlights his early success with diverse confections, expansion into a central store in Cambridge, the high quality and low prices drawing repeat customers, and his later prominence in real estate and business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Hennessy
Candy Manufacturer—Real Estate
Cambride
Cambridge
Central Square
Hennessy’sies
Hennessy Place
Cambridge i
Inter
Amos Tia
Bod Cork
Mr. Hennessy
Francis J Carney a noted Irish born lawyer in Cambridge
Francis J Carney an attorney at law born in Cambridge in 1876 to Francis Henry Carney of Ogford Ireland and Catherine Carney of Boston. He attended Webster School Cambridge High School and 1803 College, Shaw School 1903, with a varied groundwork and endowments shaping his career as a cultured lawyer.
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Burke
Francis J. Car
Exfor
Cambridge
Francis Henry Carney
Ogford
Ireland
Catherine Ae
Carney
Boston
Webster School
Wrederlings
Inbridge High School
College
He Shaw School
John J Terry Cambridge Public Buildings Superintendent Profile
A feature on John J. Terry born 1881 in Boston to Cork natives, detailing his rise from city building inspector to Superintendent of Public Buildings in Cambridge. Notes his Corklike cordiality, education, civic memberships, family ties, and a portrait of leadership influenced by moral courage and community service.
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John J. Terry
Public Buildings of
Cambridge
Dr James J Cassidy School Committee Member Profile
Dr James J Cassidy is profiled as a amiable and quick witted member of the school committee. The piece notes his Cambridge birth to Peter Cassidy of a Irish background and Catherine Walsh from Cork, with early schooling in parochial and Latin schools and social ties to local clubs.
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James J. Cassidy
Cassidy
Cambridge
Peter Cassidy
County
Mona- Ireland
Catherines Walsh
Cork
Hanes Eas
Trelendis
St. Mary's
Kelly
Eg Foresters
East ‘ TE Club
Massachusetts
Rae
Monahan Named Senator to General Court From Cambridge
Joseph W. Monahan a Cambridge attorney and Mt. Auburn native is cited as a potential Senator to the General Court. The note highlights local roots, Celtic traits, and the suggestion that omitting him would be a blunder given his standing. October 4 1888.
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Archbishon
Williams
Ciry
Joseph
Joe
Order of St Joseph
Monahan
General Court
K. of C
American Legion
the Elks
Joseph W. Monahan
Jo W. Monahan
Mt. Auburn
Cambridge
Fort
Tambridge
Napo
Patrice
Delia J. Moristone
Thomas P ONeill Cambridge Sewer Superintendent Honored
Thomas P ONeill longtime Cambridge sewer superintendent celebrated his twenty years of service on April 15. A North Cambridge fixture born in 1855 to Patrick ONeill and Julia Fox he rose from brick mason to sewer chief and held roles in the Common Council Sentinel staff and local fraternal orders. He and his wife raised two sons and a daughter with one son Harvard Law School graduate practicing in Boston.
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Mary
Cambridge
Severa
Thomas P O'Neill
Orchard Street
Patrick O'Neill
Julia Fox
Mallow County
Cork
Ireland
Shepherd Grammar School
Ee High School
Tom O'Neill
Old Common Council
the Sentinel
Scranton College
Atteans
William J. O'Neill
Harvard Law School
Wilfred J. Kesnan
Milk Street
Boston
Boston College Prep
Morse School
O'Neill
Geners
Grand North Cambridge Dent
St. J Ee Ab
K. of
the Foresters
John F Donnelly Named Cambridge Park Superintendent
John F. Donnelly, longtime Cambridge Park System official, rose from foreman to superintendent in 1906 and has served 26 years. Known for honesty, courtesy, and active Hibernian involvement, he helped build a green city with tree life and public spirit.
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Cambridge
Donnelly
County
Oollege
America
Mee Grier
Park Department
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Michael E. Fitzgerald
Cambridge Public Schools
James E. Curry
Frederick C. White
Joer
Teececrian
Seonsein
K White
Foss
P Walles
Vi Forge
Aioe Washington
F. C. White
Concord Avenue
Mr. Sullivan
Echo
Frederick H. Burke
Stephen H
Mahoney
Junas
Stephen H. Mahoney
Steven
Moller’s, Inc
Cambridge Institution
Daniel J. Kelly
Commonwealth
Mose
Committe
Fan Asn G
American Bar Asso
Massachune Bar Association
Middlesex
Law Society of
Cee Vetta
Harvard Law School Association
Boston Vee Roma Association
Mary Colling
David J. Terry
Ire
Terry
Boston High School
International Correspondence School
E. T. Keefe
Quinn
J. F. Downey
Elks and Knights of Columbus
Pairfield Street
Roosevelt
Thomas P. O'Neill
John F. Donnelly
Cambridge Park System
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