Reardon Family Funeral Directors Mentioned in Cambridge
An East Cambridge obituary notes the Reardon family business D J Reardon & Son with brothers Walter and Thomas, their Cork Irish heritage, and ties to local clubs. The elder father Michael is recalled as a famed harness maker and the firm remains a fixture in the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dann
D.J. Reardon & Anat Coderttors
Cambridge
Hackman
Reardon
Thomas
Untiaaely
Cork
South of
Ireland
Walter Reardon
Reed
Putnam School
East Cambridge
Kr Wezig
Sees
D. J. Reardon & Son
Coveney
Thomas J. Cavanagh Reappears in City Duties
An odd coincidence ties Thomas J. Cavanagh to civic duties as the Cemetery Commission gains new leadership amid the St Patrick’s press. The longtime superintendent is described as amiable, capable, and well regarded for his past service and orderly demeanor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Patrick's
Hegoe
Cemetary Commission
Cavanagh
Tom
Ca Isa
John E Quinn Named Chairman of License Commission
John E Quinn, attorney and chairman, named to lead the License Commission. He is described as a dignified expert, with a background in law and public service. The notice cites his education, family ties, and community roles, noting his involvement with local organizations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John E Quinn
License Commission
Eteronary
Quinn
Commis Nestea Dh
K. of C
Eisare Hia
James T Barrett, Eminent Contractor and Irish Civic Leader
Portrait of James T Barrett a prominent contractor and Irish civic figure with long public service from 1900 to 1925. Noted for lectures on Irish scenes, politics, and literature, he held roles in city government including Council and School Committee. He resided at 619 Cambridge Street and belonged to several fraternal orders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael
More & T
Eee
Ie Old Council
Old Board of Aldermen
City Council
Noval Court
Barrelia
Ona
Rg Ac
Cambridge Street
K. of
John F Sullivan Named Superintendent of Printing at Ginns
John F Sullivan is appointed Superintendent of Printing at Ginns. This marks a leadership change within the Ginn Co printing department. Sullivan will oversee production, scheduling, and quality control across Ginns facilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John F. Sullivan
Ginn’s
Delaney Elected Youngest School Committee Member
The article profiles John Lackey and Delaney, noting Delaney as the youngest School Committee member in the history of Cambridge. It highlights his French Irish heritage, poised demeanor, and emerging diplomatic leadership while praising his amiable confidence and civic promise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Lackey
Delaney
Polae
Delaneys
de Launey
Sir Ol
Delaney Epictataa
Mangfer
Cambridge
Noas
Roche
Pei
Cronin’s Dignity and Quiet Wit Highlight Cambridge Figure
A portrait of Dr. Cronin, son of the late Patrick J. Cronin, noting his dignified humor and restrained demeanor. Born in 1898, educated at St Paul’s Parochial School and Rindge Tech, his character blends Celtic spirit with a calm professional presence. His offices are at 411 Ho-ton Avenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
de Cronin
Cronins
East Cambridge
Patrick J. Cronin
Henor
Ridge
America
St. Paul's Parochial School
Rindge Teehtien
Gay
Lawrence F E Sullivan Funeral Director
A fragile obituary fragment notes Lawrence F E Sullivan, a respected funeral director born in Somerville on May 25, with references to his frank manner and local prominence. It mentions Ellen Sullivan and a pugilistic connection, highlighting vague details of his life and death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence Tor
Somerville
Ellen Soll van
Notable Cambridge Leader Hero of Local Community
The text portrays a respected Cambridge figure linked to various groups including the Cambridge Council and fraternal orders. It notes his family, marriage, and role as a charitable exemplar, highlighting his public service and trusted character within the community.
Dentist Dr Joseph F Sullivan of Cambridge
Dr. Joseph F Sullivan a Cambridge dentist born in Cork Ireland is noted for his poised bearing and community esteem. A 1904 Cambridge High School graduate and 1918 Dental College alumnus he has practiced dentistry with notable public regard and clan ties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sullivan
Phos
Cambrid High School
T. 4 Dental College
Cambridge
James J Conley Realtor and Banker of Cambridge
James J Conley, a Cambridge Irish realtor and banker, rose from upholsterer’s apprentice to authority on real estate values. He specialized in residential construction and later served at Harvard Trust Co, combining knowledge of construction costs with banking insight. His Irish heritage and combative yet generous nature shaped a noted public persona.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cambridge
James J. Conley
Eeenes
Conley
Eeevon
Harvard Trust Co
Edmund J McGreenery Broker Portrait
Edmund J McGreenery described as a broker with a broad Irish lineage and a genial, restrained temperament. The piece notes his ancestry including Murphy from Scotia and ties to Ireland, his Boston and Roxbury birth, and education at Boyton College and Cambridge School culminating in cultivated talents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ireland
Ed Ric Grees
McGillicuddy
Hidalgo
Murphy
Scotia
Mair
J. McGreenery
Boswan
Roxbury
Boyton College
Thlaston
McGreenary
Boon
Cambridge
Golden& Constant Clearnes
Remarkable Courtesy Marks Cambridge Educator Leader
Mr. McGreenery, noted for courtesy and conscientiousness in education, is musically talented and active in several clubs. He is a welcome member of the Knights of Columbus, Boston College Club of Cambridge, Boston Yacht Club, Boston City Club, and Union of Boston, residing at 164 Brattle Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McGreenery
Knights of Columbus
Boston College Club of
Cambridge
Boston Yacht Club
Boston City Club
Union of Boston
Brattle Street
William J Sheaprinter City Treasurer
William J Shea is portrayed as a capable, easygoing public figure connected to Cambridge and the city treasury. The piece notes his background, education at Washington School and Harvard influence, a family tied to public service, and broad local recognition as a steady, culture-minded official living at 195 Lexington Avenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sean Ee
Carrie
Bill” Shea
Harvard Square
Jussel
Mr. Shea
Harvard
Shea
Cambridge
Theodore Roosevalt
de Celiz
John T Shea Cambridge City official and humanitarian leader
John T Shea a longtime Cambridge official and humanitarian figure is highlighted for his vivid expression and Irish heritage. Born 1806, he attended several schools and held roles from Common Council to Supt of City Home, Park and Playground, and Constitutional Convention service. He has long advocated temperance and social welfare with family ties to actor Thomas E. Shea and resides at 650 Concord Avenue with Mrs. Shea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Galt & Ga
F. R Bull
See
John F. Sullivan
John T. Shea
Cambridge
Thomas E. Shes
Shea
Ars Poe
Thorndike
Sel
Shan
Concord Avenue
Paul Hillery and the Council Memoir
Big blond Danish-influenced Councillor Paul Hillery is described as a business man with political ties. The text notes a diverse lineage in Ireland and mentions his Cambridge education and Civil War service with the Connch Infantry Massachusetts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hillery
Ba Cambrigre
St. Anselm's College
Conch Infantry
Massachusetts
Noisy Irish Variety Night Draws Small Town Crowd
A local entertainment page notes a cheeky Irish themed show in Noe Der E with a lighthearted crowd. Organizer J. Doyle promises a mix of music jokes and crowd participation.
Burns Brothers of Cambridge Shop Less Volatile but Steady Leaders
Edward F. P. Burns Co. heads Eddie and Ralph Burns, Cambridge. Eddie, a former child soprano now a tenor, presides over the Boston dress goods and rental suit business at 125 Summer Street. Ralph, born 1901, led his high school class, studied PEGE, acted in St. Paul’s Dramatic Club, and serves as State Director for a national clothiers association while also holding a Knights of Columbus position.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burns
Ralph
Eddie Burns
A. Shuman
Boston
Edw
F. P. Burns Co
Summer Street
Poythood
Ralph Burns
Cambridge
St. Paul’s Church Dramatic Club
Ped National Retail Clothiers
Ass'n
Knights of Columbus
Burne
Mary B. Jce
Ther
Onworidge
Thea Burns
Edward
Harold G. Jackson Lawyer in Cambridge Community Role
Harold G. Jackson, a Boston born lawyer with Celtic lineage, is described as energetic and sincere. He engages in civic work with North Cambridge groups and Catholic fraternal orders, opposing a controversial Boston housing project and leading local community efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacksons
O'Neils
Catherine O'Neil Jackson
Joseph Jackson
Canada
Harold
Boston
Somerville High School
Universan Coath
Jackson
Boston Jaw
Jackson and Cone Citizens’ Movement
Cambridge
O'Neil
North Camb Council
K. of C
Harold G. Jackson
Charles T Cavanagh Representative Dealer in Gila
Charles T Cavanagh is described as a representative dealer in Gila with Northern Ireland heritage. The piece notes his stern manner, dependable northerners, and his background including a Cambridge birth, connections to public education, and service in the Vuecence Legislature for Wards 8 10 11 in Newtowne between Harvard Square and Arlington line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
County Tyrone
Northern Ireland
Liam EH
Mary Elizabeth Cuvaise
Cambridge
Technical School
Newtowne
Harvard Square
Arlington Line
Beacon Hill
Ireland
Also Mentioned on This Page
Walter J. Reardon Undertaker
Bisie Ee Michael
Maryen McCue
Donaz
St Mary's School
St Thomas College
Columbus
Cambridge Cemetery
Thomas J. Cavanagh
Cemieigs
James T. Barrett
General Contractor
Tance
Firestone Tires
Firestone Batteries
Firestone
Kendal Square
DE. Walter L. Cronin
Lawrence FE. Sullivan
Hall Ace
Jack McGillicuddy
Larry
Manual Silva
Itc
Les Rae
Lawrence
Louise
Ed Ward
Cambridge Council
P.G.K
Mane Coughlin MC. C. As
General Directors’ Association
Joseph F. Sullivan
FAME
J. Conley
Edmund J. McGreenery Broker
William J. Shea
Cambridge City
Ome
Paul Hillery
the Council
Noeder
Eddie and
Charles T. Cavanagh
Gila
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