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Newspaper
Cambridge Sentinel
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1940
Page
8
The late Dr. Francis J. Smith, known as Doc Smith, was a veteran in veterinary work and politics. He influenced Cambridge public affairs with cool, shrewd candor and concise, fact based counsel at 96 Prospect St printers J Frank Facey.
A reader proposes using Harvard's Cambridge Technology resources to survey local government for efficiency and cost savings. The idea suggests a cooperative civic effort, leveraging Memorial Drive and Cambridge institutions, while noting the Harvard Business School location and tax considerations.
School Committeeman William F. Galgey advocates recruiting teachers who settle in Cambridge to train local youths. He argues teachers should live in Cambridge to share in community benefits, stressing pedagogy over mere mechanics and comparing teachers to clergymen and doctors in influence.
The Cambridge Press Club plans a $100 art and journalism scholarship for senior students from public and private schools. The program seeks to inspire young talent via an essay contest in early spring, hoping to nurture future Mecaglays Sargents or Dorothe Thompsons.
Councillor Sullivan of Ward 6 defends against any public hearing on matters including zoning transfers. The piece argues public hearings are essential to democracy and criticizes opposition as smearing motives. Councillor Toomey pressures Sullivan to support hearings, remarking on restraint and persuasion.
A 1775 Cambridge Common incident is cited to argue a 1940 war refugee fundraiser should be allowed. The author accuses officials of rigidly enforcing rules while noting the governor’s mother was a petitioner, urging humanitarian use of the common to aid war victims.
On Friday November 22 for six days the theater presents Don here and Carmen Mirand da in a sultry screen debut with distinctive songs. Betty Geable appears opposite Ameche. The co feature Men Against The Sky stars Richard Dix Wendy Barrie Kent Taylor and Edmund Lowe. Saturday matinee features Kiddie Kollege Kwiz Klub hosted by Benny McLoughlin and Bert Ryan for kids with prizes and fun. Tuesday the theatre will give away 16
A partial recap of Cambridge items includes Thanksgiving happenings, a theater prize contest for employees, a Cambridge Junior Band performance, and city council musings on a loud speaker rostrum. Fire Chief Gutheim attended the Massachusetts Chiefs Association meeting at the Fox and Hounds Club.
The Press Club will pursue a state charter and has set quarters at the Continental. Preparations are under way for the 4th Annual Press Frolic on January 24, 1941 at the Continental.
At the Cambridge School Board meeting Wm F Galgay proposed an amendment requiring all future Cambridge teachers to reside in the city He noted 1 500 000 in annual teacher salaries and urged spending on home buying rents and local trade Supt Fitzgerald and civic groups study the idea for the next meeting Exams for school department positions are set for Saturday December 7 Russell A Wood attended.
Cambridge raises funds led by chairman Harold A. Ryan with Arthur Mackenzie and others urging Cambridge residents to reach a $12,000 quota. Donations mailed or given to treasurer Willard H. Sprague at Harvard Square are credited locally. About $7,974 already collected.
A redesigned telephone directory for Boston and Vicinity debuts on November 18. Over 400000 metropolitan Boston telephone users will receive it within a week. The volume introduces a Weather Service in cooperation with the U S Weather Service with a recorded forecast and hourly temperatures accessible by dial.
A discreet gathering led by Russell Cazmay dissolved amid puzzled reactions to the De Witte proposal. Attendees questioned the seriousness of the plan and debated the best location for a potential event, with speculation about a formal naming.
The 34th annual Christmas Seal Sale of the Cambridge Tuberculosis and Health Association starts Monday. Since 1908 the group has educated on Tuberculosis Cancer and hygiene, supported Sunshine Health Camp, and promoted rehabilitation. Last year the drive neared $9,000. this year aims higher with 22 000 homes to receive the 1940 seal showing three children.
The library boasts one of the nation’s best music collections for a city of its size. It notes a lack of strong artistic status but highlights its notable holdings and public value.
On Friday evening November 15 1940 Zonta clubs in Arlington Boston Cambridge Framingham Malden Newton Quincey Salem Somerville and Waltham marked Zonta International’s twenty first birthday at Schraffts Boston with a radio skit Our Zonta featuring announcer Cora E MacKenzie and a performance by dancer Shirley Symes in an interpretive routine.
The Cambridge Public Library section notes a branch moved after a recent fire, with rent paid. Trustees call the current site a temporary necessity and urge improved facilities, citing forty years of service and the push for a finer library on Broadway.
The Cambridge Red Cross annual meeting at Phillips Brooks House reelected numerous directors led by Stoughton Bell who praised the chapter's wartime service and peacetime role. New directors named include Leslie L. Cleveland and Rev Frederic C. Lawrence as the offices at 42 Brattle Street were confirmed.
At City Hall Cambridge Defense Committee meeting, fifteen local draftees received Red Cross comfort kits. Recipients include Leo Vernon Keane Emilio Senesi Rocco Collazzo Frank Silva Hugh A. Thompson Lucian J. Labelle Frank Gages Vincent J. Dieball Daniel J. Shine James F. Finnegan Lawrence J. Sullivan Christopher M. Cronin John T. Martin Michael Joseph Gallivan Shelton B. Wicker Merton Carol Knight Charles L. McHugh Jr. Judge Edw A Counihan Jr presided. Brief talks by Mayor Lyons Rindge Master John Wood Rev John A Butler Rabbi Harry Gonelick Col Dana T Gallup. Music by Junior Band Cambridge Post American Legion.
Crater Lake sits in an extinct volcano and forms a natural water body. The lake is likely the deepest in the United States with a depth around 2000 feet.
Y M C A notes Edg ar W Davis of the Mass and Rhode Island YMCA Weightlifting Commission will preside at the second annual Weightlifting Institute tonight. Over 100 members registered to learn health and body-building techniques and competitive lifting. Cambridge YMCA Barbell Club in its third season with Edgar W Davis coach and Thomas Rennie president.
The program lists films and stars for a Durrell Hall run on Monday through Saturday. My Lora Came Back features Olivia de Havilland and Jeffery Lynn. The Great McGinty stars Brian Donlevy. Three Faces West features John Wayne and Sigrid Curie. Turnabout showcases Carole Landis and Adolphe Menjou. Ski Patrol includes Lili Damita and Phillip Dorn.
Noted 19th century Chippewa leader Hole-in-the-Day is referenced as a chief in historical material. The fragment notes the name and role without additional context or dates.
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