Cambridge Motor City Cars in Cambridge Spur Street Patrols
The Sentinel notes a shift toward enforcing street parking limits with roaming tags on cars to clear streets for garages. Chief McBride and Officer Anderson lead tagging efforts as Cambridge leverages local garages to reduce street storage and boost tax base.
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As It Happens on Strength of the Weaker Sex
The line muses on gender power, suggesting that the rise of the weaker sex reflects weakness in the stronger. It implies a commentary on social roles and shifting influence without citing specific events or figures. The prose hints at cultural tension and evolving norms.
A Wallop From John L Facey Removal Sparks Democratic Feud
A letter condemns Mayor Runzell for removing Cambridge Election Commissioner J Frank Facey. The writer praises Facey’s wartime and public safety service and his role in maintaining Democratic majorities, while accusing the mayor of betrayal and demanding party loyalty. The piece frames Cambridge as a Democratic city and signals ongoing political conflict.
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City election talk runs hot in historical Sentinel chatter
In this lively column the author riffs on 1931 campaign echoes and local politicos. It notes upheaval in the Election Commission, mentions J. Prank Facey’s lengthy treasurer tenure, and traces chatter about Eddie from Fresh Pond, Dempsey musings, and possible mayoral bids by Frank Roche and others around Temple Street and Prospect Street.
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Fresh Pond
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John Cifrino's ascent from immigrant to New England business leader
The Sentinel's Gossip profiles John Cifrino co owner of United Markets Inc home to Manhattan Market. It notes his 1923 Chevalier honor from King Victor Emmanuel and his civic philanthropy. The column also critiques city enforcement as autos clutter streets on Inman Temple and other locales.
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Cambridge Safety Committee Members Attend State Safety Council Convention
Massachusetts Safety Council convention at the Hotel Statler drew Chief McBride, Capt. Donahue, Prof. McClintock, Mesars, Henderson, Goldberg, Harrington, and Willis. A Thursday luncheon featured Gov. Joseph B. Ely speaking on motor vehicle issues and a "One Man's Slant" on the problem.
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McClintock
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Henderson
Goldberg
Harrington
Willis
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Statler
Joseph B. Ely Speeke
Pay No Attention the Chronicle on Noisy Distractions
A brief editorial note from the San Francisco Chronicle muses on reducing useless noises by guiding attention away from ridicule and toward smarter signals. The piece toys with a paradoxical method to curb noise by exposing viewers to alternative attention strategies.
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San Francisco Chronicle
Turmoil in City Council over Public Welfare Board pick
Tuesday night debate erupted as Councillor Delaney challenged mayoral plans to withdraw John J. Moran from consideration for the Public Welfare Board. Moran asked withdrawal, citing no desire to displace anyone, while Leahy urged acceptance. Moran defended, while Delaney called the mayor’s move dirty and contemptible as voices clashed over the council’s voting procedure.
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Leahy
O'Connor
Edmund Whitman
Whitman
Moran
Russell
Shea
City Charters Forum Promotes Manager System Debate
The Progressive Club of Cambridge hosted an open forum with H. J. Mahoney speaking on city charters. Vice President Lynch reported progress on the Muay frolic at Elks Hall on the 15th. President Horace D. Powers presided as Mahoney noted over 300 U S cities have adopted the city manager form of governance.
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Cincinnati
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Norwood
Rindge School Ramifications Discuss Plans for New Technical School
The School Committee limited Monday’s session to tentative plans for a proposed Rindge Technical School. Architect Ralph Harrington Doane attended, promising to follow committee wishes. Principal John W. Wood had three discussions with Doane, but no definite plan was ready. Supt. Fitzgerald noted an 18 month study of proper plans ongoing.
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John W. Wood
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