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Newspaper
Cambridge Sentinel
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1911
Page
7
About fifty years past one of history’s great civil wars began with secession and the clash over slavery. The piece honors Lincoln and Lee, the fallen, and the enduring memory of Union and Confederate dead. It urges healing, remembrance, and a united future under noble ideals.
Republicans push a new Cambridge charter with a referendum clause claiming citizen control while Democrats fear a power shift. The piece critiques motives, public demand, and the city’s Democratic leadership under Mayor Barry amid expectations the council must govern wisely or risk upheaval.
The Sentinel reports plans for a fall bicentennial style Merchants' Week to celebrate Cambridge enterprise. Local merchants and readers back the idea, aiming to mirror civic awakening and public support as industrial commissions grow.
Citizens welcome news that the Central square business district is to be lit to create a Great White Way. Mayor Barry has promoted the plan, merchants will share one third of the cost, and cooperation between officials and traders signals practical progress for the city.
The Bentinel lauds Mayor Barry and John H. Corcoran for urging Governor Foss to sign a 100000 per year state subsidy for ten years to attract the Institute of Technology to Cambridge. Their effort aims to secure the institution as Cambridge’s future home and bolster local support for its relocation.
The Twentieth Century Club of Boston supports school viewing of stage plays at Castle Square Theatre. Hundreds of Boston high school students, ages 13 to 16, have witnessed Hamlet Othello Richard III Twelfth Night Merchant of Venice The Rivals, under proper supervision. The effort aims to foster cultured citizenship and an appreciation of drama as intellectual art rather than mere entertainment.
The column reflects local politics and history from Cambridge with remarks on the charter bill debates at the state house, civic personalities, and celebrations. It mentions Alderman Curley ill at home, a 4509 dollar auto chemical appropriation, and praise for memorials honoring Cambridge’s minute men and history.
At the legislative meeting last Tuesday the new charter bill for engressment was approved. Martin Lomasney voiced distrust of a charter allowing five supervisors to appropriate and spend large sums, asking Who's going to watch them. Rep Jos Reed's amendment for annual supervisor elections was defeated by Republicans. The debate framed frequent elections as a safeguard versus the perceived stability of infrequent votes, with a biting remark about a kid slave element.
Tom Ryan faced curt treatment at Tuesday's legislative meeting as Speaker Walker enforced the three minute rule for speakers. The East Cambridge representative, opposing the new charter, used his brief time to argue without addressing the main subject.
John Quinn, a popular ex councilman across Wards 1 2 and 3, seeks the house nomination amid calls for unity with Mayor Barry s special committee on year round salt water baths. The Democratic council faces friction as some members push treasury actions without mayoral consultation.
A warning to prevent individuals from acting alone for personal gain. The speaker notes that those who pursue a lone hand lack real influence and would be exposed if their names were publicized.
Rick Delaney was re elected president of the Institute last week. New director John Hart joins the board and plans for a lively season with Vice President Joe Lynth present for essential life and action, promising a busy year ahead.
The city may discontinue Niagara street to allow park access down to Willard school creating an ideal playground. Residents urge the Park Department to install benches for public use. The annual water system inspection is scheduled for next month.
The city alderman suggests adding several sergeants or lieutenants to the police department amid dwindling patrolmen. Also notes the death of Middlesex County Clerk Theodore C. Hurd after a long illness. a Civil War veteran.
A meeting of the Democratic City Committee is set for next Monday night in the Ward room at City Building Central Square. Members and attendees are urged to attend as planning and party matters will be discussed.
The finance committee held a hearing on Councilman Gaffney is Bath House proposal last Thursday night. The committee took the matter under advisement.
A Sentinel reader suspects a recent decree bans teachers from talking and notes it targets a group of women. The letter questions the feasibility and intent, asking if the improbable move has been attempted.
Last Thursday night representatives from Harvard Trust Central Trust Cambridge Trust Lechmere National Bank First National and Old Colony Trust of Boston met the Cambridge Finance Committee to discuss deposit rates on call money and handling. The group favored Harvard Trust as offering competitive rates with Old Colony suggesting occasional increases may be possible. The committee plans further meetings to improve the city's financial operations.
Due to cold damp weather the baby bays sale at Merrill's Department Store runs through the week of March 29.
Cambridge residents laud the bridge superintendent Frank Smith for the well kept Charles River crossings. The article notes his executive skill and steady management of repairs, highlighting his loyal Democrat stance as compatible with responsible public service.
At Tuesday night’s meeting a special committee of Aldermen O'Neil Sullivan Delanery Tweedie and Toomey was appointed to study the advisability of establishing a municipal lighting plant. A five member commission was ordered to assess public buildings and draft a comprehensive plan for additions and new construction. Mayor Barry proposed the commissions in his inaugural address.
Nearly 30 local bowlers settled differences in a four camp clash at Central Square alleys Tuesday evening. Prizes went to James H. Donnelly Michael Fiumara Albert H. Griffin and William Glacken with Mayor Barry among near prize contenders.
For sale a mahogany upright piano once costing $450 at last Christmas with a asking price of $225. Payment terms include $10 down and $5 per month. Contact Mrs. Smyth at 103 Prospect Street Somerville to view.
Text outlines how public offices will be filled under a new charter. City council elections determine officers for set terms including treasurer collector clerk solicitor auditor assessors registrar of voters and other positions. Supervisors appoint department heads with authority to remove for cause while civil service rules remain unchanged.
The schedule for Baby Days has been extended to cover the week starting May 29. Organizers confirmed the event now runs through that period with activities for families and children planned across venues.
Cambridge Young Women's Christian Association marked the birthday of Margaret Fuller Ossoli at the Margaret Fuller house on Cherry Street. Rev Henry Hallam Saunderson delivered an address, with tributes by Mrs Austin Wellington and readings by Edith D. Fuller. Music by Lucy Bacon et al and reports from related clubs followed.
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