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Newspaper
Cambridge Sentinel
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1940
Page
5
Lost bank books listed for East Cambs Savings Bank with payments stopped under Chapter 171 of the Acta of 1912. Notice dated November 29 1916 and reference 564710.
Commonwealth of Massachusetts Dear Middlesex to all persons interested in the estate of Annie McGinnis also known as Ann McCluoces late of Cambridge deceased a petition has presented to a Court praying for guardianship and administration if you desire to object you should file a written answer Witness, Court official dated October twenty fourth in the year one thousand nine hundred sixteen and registered by P. Jordan Register this notice appeared in Middlesex likely referencing guardianship proceedings and a demand for a guardian bond amounting to twenty five hundred dollars
Commonwealth of Massachusetts Prebale Court notices inform heirs to appear in Cambridge at ten in the forenoon on the 16th of October to object to the estate of a deceased person. Judge C Leng presides. Registry entry dated November 20, 1936.
Probate court in California receives a filing from Margaret to support an application by Holmes seeking release from bond. The notice directs a written appearance within twenty one days from January sixth. Witness John C. Leggat, judge, signs the document dated November one nine hundred forty seven, with registrar Loring P. Forman.
A fragmentary notice indicates E Ballivan was appointed as executor for a late Cambridge resident’s estate with a filing date around November 28, 1818, before the court. The text is garbled but points to probate proceedings and appointment details.
Cambridge county court hears request to allow third and fourth accounts. Written morance due in court before forenoon on November 15 1540. Read by First Judge Tebn Leggett Reauire and Register Lor ing P. Jordan.
Mortgage holder CBENTCO MORTGAGE LOAN CO announces sale of real estate in Cambridge on Monday at 10 o clock morning, November 140, one parcel with building on Sherman Street bounded by Sherman Street Lat 8 95 feet by plan shows land of Perr l heirs and David Soper heirs. sale subject to unpaid taxes and other municipal charges. Cash or certified check required. balance due within twenty days. George W. Harbour president. 17 Washington Street Boston MA.
Commonwealth of Massachusetts Probate Court Middlesex notices a petition by Central Hanover Bank and Trust Company as executor to sell or transfer certain personal property of Michael Hitas also known as Michael Blite late of Flushing New York. Interested parties must object in Cambridge before 10 a.m. on December 18, 1040. Witness John C. Leet, First Judge. Loring P. Jordan, Register.
Heirs and devisees must receive notice by mail delivery. The Commonwealth v Massachusetts case from Cambridge presents a petition for executor or executrix, without surety, requiring a writ to appoint. A written appearance is needed by the twentieth day of November at ten o clock in the forenoon.
Heirs legatees and devisees must receive notice by mail or delivery. The petition seeks probate of a will for Michael Buckiey late of Cambridge in Wald County deceased and names Elizabeth as proposed executor without bond. Objections must be filed in Cambridge Court by 10:00 a.m. on October 22, 140. John C. Leggst claims attorney. Loring F. Jordan, Register.
A hearing before the Licence Commission is set for Monday afternoon December 2040 at City Hall to review the petition by Boston Ice Co owner and Lupus Truck Lines lessee seeking a license to keep and store up to 1000 gallons of oil in an underground tank at 25 Charles Street Cambii Y. The order comes from the Board of License Commissioners.
The Massachusetts probate court advises that the executrix has filed her first account for the estate of Ida E Glinsham of Cambridge. Creditors and interested parties must file written objections by November 6, 1940, with Judge John C Laggatt presiding and P Jordan as Register.
Probate Court in Cambridge advertises for all interested parties in the estate of Ethel G Dollen Inte Cambridge. Ella EF Beattie of Watertown seeks appointment as executrix without bond. Objections must be filed by November 26 1940 with Judge John C Legeat. Registered November 4 1923.
Pursuant to Massachusetts law a storage auction will sell five motor relics stored by Henderson Brothers at 2067 Massachusetts Ave North Cambridge. Vehicle owners include Madaline Eugene Agnes Choate G T Wilson Gladys Kittredge Walter McCann and John A Kelly. Auction date is Saturday November 5 1940 at 10:00 AM at Tenderaon Bros North Cambridge. For details call Allan Korb Auctioneers Mass 4144.
City notice announces a License Commission hearing in Room 32 City Hall on a Monday afternoon in November 1840 regarding Marion L Hurley petition for a first class garage and for gasoline storage in tanks for two cars at 1961 Mt Auburn Street Cambridge. The plan includes a public use garage for two cars and storage of petroleum products. order by Board of License Commissioners dated November 8.
Cambridge Savings Bank to foreclose a mortgage on a parcel of land in Cambridge with a building, measuring about 3150 square feet, from a deed dated March 24 1M. The sale is set for November 28 1040 at 2:30 PM on the premises. A cash portion of 500 dollars is due at sale. balance due within 10 days after deed delivery. The sale is subject to taxes, tax titles, and municipal Liens.
In Middlesex County probate court Viola A. Conder petitions Marie G. Conder of Cambridge be named administratrix of the estate without bond surety. Objections may be filed in writing by November 22 at 10 oclock forenoon. Public notice by John C. Leegat Dagquire, First Court Clerk, dated October 29. Loring P. Jordan Register.
Public auction scheduled for December 10 1940 at 10:30 AM on Chestnut Street Cambridge for a mortgage held by Home Owners Loan Corporation. The parcel, described from a 1880 plan, lies on the northeast side of Chestnut Street between Pearl and Corn Streets in Cambridgeport. Terms require three hundred fifty dollars cash. balance due at sale.
Middlesex 4 Ada Jefferson late of Cambridge in said County deceased purporting to be the will of said to be proved by Janet H Jefferson of Cambridge appointing executrix without bond surety. Written proofs must be filed in Cambridge Court before 10 am on December 3 return day. Witness Judge John Cissenpet Esquire First Judge of Court this eighth day of November in year 19 TORING F JORDAN Register Nov 18 23 30
Boston Elevated Railway Company petitions the City of Cambridge for a permit to operate trackless trolley vehicles on Bridge Street and Third Street routes. The request includes erecting and maintaining wires and conduits and making street alterations as described in plans by J Walter Allen dated July 12 10. Edward Dana president and GM signs for the company.
In ene veeuel November 12 140 the city council orders that the petitioner notify all interested parties and permit appearances on December 3 1040 at City Hall Cambridge for cause why the petition should not be granted. The notice must be published weekly for two weeks in the Cambridge Chronicle Cambridge Sentinel Cambridge Tribune and Cambridge Recorder with the first publication by December 4 140. A true copy of the petition and order is attested.
Board of License Commissioners announces application by Turner's Package Store Inc James F Turner manager for renewal to sell all alcoholic beverages at 1876 Mass Avenue Cambridge two rooms on first floor with cellar storage In said building. Public notice by Quinn Timothy F Leahy Heeman E Guthmed November 16.
The Cambridge Clover Club met at the Commander Hotel Tuesday with President Jack Shanahan in the chair. Mrs. Margaret Brusch reported progress on Turkey Whist arrangements, and a charity party at Holy Ghost Hospital was outlined for the Sunday before Christmas.
Councillor Francis J. Roche delivers strong speeches across Maas praising President Roosevelt and Senator Walsh. A World War veteran with aviation front experience, Roche emphasizes national defense while audiences listen closely to his remarks.
Sunday evening buffet suppers with early American colonial emphasis attract many. Chefs serve 1790s dishes once at Washington's table including roast turkey Virginia ham and pies. Main dining room Drum Grill feature colonial atmosphere and Muzak music for informal, affordable entertaining.
Public Housing reports that tenants of New Towne Court Cambridge Mass contributed to planning the Local Authority’s new project. The Cambridge Housing Authority circulated all tenants for advice before design, marking a rare case where residents’ experiences inform public housing construction.
After weeks of stumbles in dark streets Berlin residents wear penny sized phosphorous buttons around necks or in buttonholes. The glowing badges improve visibility in blackness.
Central Square Theatre presents Mickey Rooney and Judy Garland in Strike Up the Band a Friday through Thursday musical comedy with June Preisser and a high school swing band. Also airing Sky Murder featuring Nick Carter as Walter Pidgeon in a luxury airliner mystery with Joyce Compton Karen Verne Donald Meek Edward Ashley Tom Conley and George Lessey.
W Alexander Cox congratulates James M Landis on Plan E success and urges public demonstrations. He objects to proportional representation advocacy as propaganda but endorses the Plan E educational program as a public necessity and suggests placing a demonstration machine in Harvard, Central and Inman Squares in Cambridge before the next city election.
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