City Board OKs North Cambridge police station and boulevard debate
The Cambridge aldermen approve a new police station for North Cambridge with six extra officers. The same meeting rejects the Cambridge Catholic Association’s bid to buy the Coolidge estate for burial grounds and hears a widening plan for De Wolfe Street amid strong opposition from residents and Harvard concerns. The hearing continues next Tuesday with witnesses including ex mayor Daly and Senator Macleod voicing tax and land-use worries.
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Board of Aldermen
Cambridge
Stephens
Pennimen
Clary
Brownell
Blanchard
Allen
Lake
Henderson
Beale
Dow
Lake Pithily
Cambridge Catholic Association
Coolidge
Charles D. Wetmore
de Wolfe
Massachusetts Avenue
Daly
James R. Murphy
Magazine Street
de Wolf
Bow Streets
Quincey Square
Board of Survey
Bow
Murphy
St. Pauls Catholic Church
Bow Street
Macleod
William G. Macleod
Harvard University
Herman Bird
Frederick
Deitrick
John W. Coveney
Coveney
East Cambridge
Harvard College
Cambridge Field
Edwin H. Abbot
Quincy Hall
James W. Coleman
Asa C. Lamson
de Wolt Street
Julius Meyers
Peter Mullen
Old Ward 4
Fred Bounke
James T. Barrett
Camridge
Barrett
George C. Hutchings
Washington Street
Melvin F. Storer
Columbia Street
Thomas A. Dineen
Fair Oakes Street
Daniel H. Dean
Jurors Drawn for East Cambridge Superior Court Session
Harris street Charles E McCarthy 105 Otis street and John W McLean 69 Wendell street were drawn to serve as traverse jurors at the superior court session in East Cambridge beginning the first Monday in June.
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Harris Street
Charles E. McCarthy
Otis Street
John W. McLean
Wendell Street
Traverse
Superior Court
East Cambridge
Daly Seeks Park Improvements Amid Financial Strain
The Sentinel's Gossip notes Mayor Daly by proxy says finances cannot stand the strain and he now seeks park improvements. It mentions Jimmy Montgomery of Murphy Varnish & Cotton Seed Oil Co Boston, noted for his insinuating business and political talents.
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Daly
Jimmy” Montgomery
Sturphy Varnish & Cotton Seed Oil Company
Boston
Policeman on Cambridge Field Games Urged by Citizens
The letter argues baseball at Cambridge Field will draw large crowds and cause accidents unless a blue coated officer is present. It urges the mayor to provide police protection to spectators and players during home games by the Institutes and minor clubs.
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Cambridge Field
Cox pledges success for boulevard project
George Howland Cox is reported to have assured the public behind the boulevard that he will ensure the project proceeds successfully, signaling confidence in completion.
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George Howland Cox
Local police force praised for quiet, safe district
Fourteen common policemen, three sergeants, two lieutenants and one captain guard the Porter's bridge to Arlington line. Despite tales of toughness, residents affirm the area is the quietest and best section of the city with arrest rates among the lowest in recent years.
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Porter's Bridge
Arlington Line
De Wolf street extension links to College Inn site
George Howland Cox promotes the De Wolf street extension that brings his College Inn property to the corner of the new boulevard and Massachusetts avenue. He signed the petition and remains active whenever developments arise.
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George Howland Cox
de Wolf Street
Alderman President Lake Reviews Police Station Facts
President Lake of the Board of Aldermen studied figures on the new police station. Cambridge-area cities cover large territories yet have fewer superior officers and stations. One point the alderman forgot to state remains unclear.
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President Lake
Board of Aldermen
Cambridge
Police Station Upgrades Outline for City District
A historical note outlines the estimated cost and needed upgrades for a police station. Plans include a full electrical system with telephones linking all boxes, an electric signal system, and adequate tape for patrol supervision. A patrol wagon and an automobile for the captain are suggested to cover long distances.
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Bert Gordon
Mayor Avoided Civil Service Exams for Appointed Posts
The article questions Mayor Wardwell for not requiring Civil Service examinations for numerous posts filled this year. It cites Freddie MacDonald and George Turnbull as examples of positions that might not have been awarded without testing.
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Wardwell
Freddie MacDonald
George Turnbull
Aldermen Face Resurgent Catholic Cemetery Petition
The aldermen fear continued Catholic Cemetery petition activity. They warn that persistent denial could trigger a political backlash that removes them from public life.
Auburn Outing Club May Party at Odd Fellows Hall
The Auburn Outing club hosted a May party and dance in Odd Fellows hall last Wednesday evening, a grand success with a calcium light display enhancing the event. Notable attendees included Emma Smith Gertrude McNabb Josephine Sheridan Agnes Sheridan Florence Holmes Anna L McDonald Alice Carney Katie Sullivan Howard Farrell Michael Dolan Arthur McDonald Irving Reeves Harry McKenna John Murphy William Grainey Frank Kelley and others.
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Auburn
Odd Fellows’ Hall
Emma Smith
Gertrude McNabb
Josephine Sheridan
Agnes Sheridan
Florence Holmes
Anna L. McDonald
Alice Carney
Katie Sullivan
Howard Farrell
Michael Dolan
Arthur McDonald
Irving Reeves
Harry McKenna
John Murphy
William Grainey
Frank Kelley
Confirmation Service at St. Mary's Church Impresses
Thursday Coadjutor Archbishop O'Connell conferred the sacrament of confirmation on about 1) children at St. Mary's church. The service was very impressive.
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O'Connell
St. Mary's Church
Tobacco Trade Shows Need For Export Knowledge
The tobacco business now requires specialized expertise in wholesale and retail. Export knowledge is essential for proper conduct. Thomas Charak operates at 502 Massachusetts Avenue near Brookline Street Station, Cambridge, with telephone 7262.
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Thomas Charak
Massachusetts Avenue
Brookline Street
Cambridge
Greatest Auction Sales at Cambridge Potter Outlet
The Potter Outlet Company at 679 Massachusetts Avenue Central Square Cambridge offers porcelain and pottery at give away prices. Daily auctions at 2.30 and 7.30 with private sales all day. Ladies invited to attend.
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Potter Outlet Company
Massachusetts Avenue
Central Square
Cutting
Cambridge
Boston
Harris
Pill Bros Blueing and Ammonia Offer at 10 Cents
Pill Bros at 1098 Cambridge Street near Elm announces a special offer. Every quart purchased of blueing or ammonia at 10 cents includes legal stamps worth 1 dollar, as a promotional incentive.
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Pill Bros
Cambridge Street
Elm
Brown McGrath Nuptials Highlight Cambridge Social
William E. Brown, a Cambridge telephone office inspector, wed Miss McGrath last Monday. Friends attended the ceremony with music by D. J. Tolman’s orchestra and performances by Chris Horne and Ernest Percy. The couple will reside at 62 Norfolk Street after a brief Jamestown Exposition visit.
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William E. Brown
Cambridge
Friends urge John Husband Mellin and Charles Donovan to enter politics
The friends of John Husband, Patrick Mellin, and Charles Donovan push for a Democratic run next fall, asking why not as they consider entering politics.
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John Husband
Patrick Mellin
Charles Donovan
NEW HOME Garments Ensure Stable Wear and Sewing Quality
Advertising copy touts the durability of clothing made on the New Home sewing machine. It promises no ripping or raveling due to lock stitch and perfect stitching on all fabrics. Dealers nationwide promote the brand.
Best Hair Cut in Cambridge Offered for 15 Cents
Jesse T. Silva at 345 Green Street advertises the best hair cut in Cambridge for 15 cents on Saturdays and holidays, with a 25 cent option.
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Jesse T. Silva
Green Street
Cambridge
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