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Newspaper
Cambridge Sentinel
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1939
Page
5
A bank has halted payments on accounts under Chapter 171 of the Acts of 1912. The notice lists payment stopping dates and reference numbers 349120 APRIL 22 23 MAY 6 APRIL 739 MAY 6 18, indicating batches affected and the scheduled suspension period.
Middlesex Probate Court in Cambridge invites all persons interested in the estate of Adene Brightwell Macdonald late of Cambridge deceased to heed a petition for probate of a will. The document, filed by Murdoch Fraser of Cambridge, requires written appearances by heirs or attorneys at Cambridge Probate Court on specified dates in May and April, with registration by Tordax, Register.
Antonio Mersera and spouse authorize a public auction of a mortgaged property in Middlesex South District Deeds to satisfy breach of mortgage. The sale includes part of Lot 272 with structures and improvements as described, subject to unpaid taxes and liens. Two hundred fifty dollars cash due from the buyer. terms to be announced at sale. James J. Brennan, State Counsel. April 18 to May 6-15.
Public foreclosure sale of mortgaged property to satisfy breach of mortgage by Jere mish Hickey to Cambridge Savings Bank dated June 2 1925. Sale set for Tuesday May 18 at two o'clock in the afternoon at the premises described, with parcel bounded by Oliver Street and Winslow Street, subject to unpaid taxes and liens. Five hundred dollars must be paid at the time of sale. balance on delivery of deed. Cambridge Savings Bank, April 29, May 6-18.
Notice to all persons interested that a hearing will be held at 2 o'clock on the petition of B. Schofield for a garage license in Cambridge. The request is for a gasoline tan facility at Bresteny. The license is sought by Tony Enenen Tire Co. as ordered by the Board of License Commissioners.
Middlesex probate notices reveal the administratrix of the Cambridge estate filing her first account for allowance and distribution. Interested parties are invited to object in writing by the return date, with the hearing set for 10 o clock in the forenoon on the second day of June, in Cambridge.
City of Cambridge Massachusetts invites bids for multiple sections of equipment and furnishings for the Cambridge Sanatorium Concord Avenue. Bids due May 19 1939 at 6 00 PM Eastern Daylight Time at the Public Buildings Office. Documents examined at Cambridge Public Buildings Office and Beal Sons Architects Boston with bid bond 5 percent. Right to waive informalities and reject all bids reserved.
Heirs and legatees must appear by mail or delivery. A petition from Cambridge requests Mary E. McDonald be named executrix of her alleged will. Objections must be filed in Cambridge Court by May 21 1630 at 10 00 a.m. with Judge Jordan supervising.
By virtue of a mortgage and power of sale Attleborough Savings Bank will sell at public auction in Attleborough on Monday May 13 1850 at twelve o clock the property described as a Cambridge parcel with all buildings and fittings including ranges heaters furnaces radiators and fixtures. The sale is subject to unpaid taxes liens and municipal charges with terms announced at the time and place of sale.
Sausage ranks as one of the earliest processed foods. Ancient Chinese and Greek readers praised it, with a mention in Homer’s Odyssey. The term salami likely traces to Salamis, a Greek city destroyed around 449 BC.
At a recent school board session a transfer of custodians was approved in executive session amid opposition. Named movers include Richard Grant and others from Kelley and Rindge to the High and Latin, with several reassigned to Thorndike and Rindge. A Monday meeting may further reveal details and football coach remarks.
A folklore note explains mistletoe’s kiss tradition tracing to a god who would bless luck if allowed to touch the ground, linking seasonal kissing customs to ancient myth.
An 1913 Boston criminal court case involved 17 witnesses who identified the accused with worthless checks. Collier's Weekly reports the real forger was later captured and confessed, clearing the man initially charged who bore no resemblance to the forger.
The note promotes planning trips with telephone help, noting low long distance rates at night and Sundays. It claims 35c covers about 100 miles and 0c about 150 miles, suggesting economical long distance reach to friends and destinations.
Seven of Sevens presents a Swedish feast climax with seven pastry varieties, seven meringues, and seven tarts for dessert. The event highlights a playful homage to numbers in a celebratory culinary display.
The Board of Appeal will hold a public hearing in 1950 at 4 00 P M on a written petition by Liomsa IF Gill regarding 11 Holworthy Place to permit converting a two family house into a one family dwelling. Secretary M Kelly notes the location and purpose.
The Board of Appeal will hold a public hearing on Tuesday May 23 1900 at 4 00 P M in Room 25 City Hall on the petition of Kether Winkler regarding premises 2 Norfolk StL to permit extension of land wagon. The property is in District H and Lonch Wagon predates the zoning amendment. Louise M Kelly Secretary.
The Board of Appeal will hold two public hearings on Tuesday May 23 at 1 PM in Room 8 City Hall regarding Annie Collins petition for Premises 474 Broadway to add a basement suite in the apartment house. Louise M. Kelly, Secretary.
The Board of Appeal will hold a public hearing on Tuesday May 23 1930 at 4 00 PM in Iva City Hall on the written petition of Mary Guerre In so far pertaining to premises 225 Chestnut Street to permit sale of live poultry. The property lies in District E. May 1%
A board meeting held May 1, 19 at 4 00 PM in Room 28 City Hall considers an written petition by Thomas P Culbane regarding the rear property at 21 Sacramento St District Ht. The petition seeks approval to permit a recreation park and the erection of an office and locker room.
Central Square Theatre presents Eleanor Powell in Honolulu with Robert Young in a dual lead. George Burns and Gracie Allen provide comedy. The companion feature Burn Em Up O Connor stars Dennis O Keefe Cecilia Parker Nat Pendleton and Harry Carey. Additional films include Im From Missouri Hing of the Underworld and Lone Ranger Rides Again.
Patients at the T B Hospital on Concord Avenue enjoyed an entertainment last Sunday arranged under Health Ad Member John J. Henderson a Cambridge Elk. The University Four Edward O Connor Paul Boyle Ralph Brooks and James MacMillan performed songs and novelties with O Connor as MC. Guests included Board of Health members and relatives.
A jumble of light city chatter covers civic figures, plans and gibes. Mentions include Food Inspector Joe Johnson, Freddie Sullivan, City Treasurer, Councillor Tierney, Frank Magann of Yellow Cab, Governor Saltonstall, Senator Blanchard, the WPA, ex mayor Lynch, Mayor Lyons, Funeral Director Dan O’Brien, Benedict Fitzgerald, cemetery head Ralph Hamilton, City Clerk Burke, and playful quips on governance and humor.
Board of Appeal schedules a public hearing May 23, 1930 at 8:00 PM in City Hall Room. Written petition by Elizabeth appears to modify premises at Sachusette Avenue to allow underground fuel oil tanks of 5 000 gallons each in District R-1.
Otis T. Carey petitions City Hall to convert a two family house at 172-174 Fayerweather into a three family unit in District R 4. The hearing is set for Tuesday May 1 at 1 30 P M in Room 23 City Hall.
Lathrop Bros and Virginia Lee headlining sensational tap acts alongside film favorites Clark Gable Loretta Young Jack Oakie in Call of the Wild and The Lone Wolf Spy Hunt with Warren William and Ida Lupino. Also on stage are Slim Tumblin the Pied Pipers Slim Birley Helen Duval Elaine Dowling and more.
The Massachusetts League of Women Voters will hold its 19th annual convention in Springfield on Tuesday and Wednesday. Delegates from local branches include Mrs. Donald, Mrs. Thomas R. Powell, Miss Lealie Hopkinson, Mrs. Walter Clark, Mrs. Philip Ireland, Mrs. George H. Parker, among others.
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