Twenty Five Years Ago in Cambridge City Notes
A column recalls near disasters and civic figures from Cambridge twenty five years ago. Elevator operator Mark Delaney halted a car before a plunge. passengers included WM Hogan Olive Danehy Montgomery Geo Davis and J D Crowley. Councillor Arthur Blanchard targets run down buildings with authority to the Bidgs Supt. of Buildings. Other items mention Chas Rogers election dispute over votes for City Auditor, Mayor Rockwood proposing city supply buyers, Frank Mallahan acting star in a Boston show, and officials touring loft factories with a motor cycle officer on duty. Ex Mayor McNamee's Democratic address drew a large crowd. Tom Edwards planned a Cyprus Hall march.
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Geo. Davis
J. D. Crowley
Bill Hogan
Cambridge
Arthur Blanchard
Arthur
Chas. Rogers
Rockwood
Russell
Gayety
Boston
Charley
Walter C. Wardwell
Y Russell D. Grane
McWilliams
Harvard Business Adm
H. J. Mahoney
Camb
Bureau
Haverhill
Dennis W. O'Brien
McNamee
Tom Edwards
Cyprus Hall
Gentral Sq
Local council shifts hint at next January changes
Mayoral campaigns mix with editorials as Councillor Winslow eyes a Senate run and Plan B schemes a 1946 comeback. Acting Mayor Sennett resists, while Finn and Chandler Johnson explore contrasting book choices amid city hall speculation.
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Blanchard
P. R
Iago
Sennett
Finn
Chandler Johnson
Mary Aylward Dies First Woman Stamp Clerk in Postal History
Mary Agatha Aylward of 20 Rindge Ave. longtime Boston post office clerk and the department’s first woman stamp clerk was buried from David J. Nelligan Funeral Home. She received two high Masses of Requiem at St. John’s Church.
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Mary Agatha Aylward
Rindge Ave
Boston Post Office
Department
David J. Nelligan
St. John’s Church
Bowser Wresting Opens Season At The Arena In Cambridge
Cambridge fans await Bowser's 1941 wrestling season opener at the Arena. Steve Casey, George Macri costa meet in the first of five bouts as Bowser emphasizes science and conditioning. Prices remain typical, with local civic notes and mayoral election chatter interspersed.
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Cambridge
Paul Bowser
Bowser
Kerry
Steve Casey
Geo. Macricosta
Casey
Charles
Cambridge Voters urged to judge candidates on merit not friendship
A civic exhortation stresses that voters must base their choice on merit, not friendship or bias. It praises Cambridge’s history, institutions, and industries while urging citizens to uphold honor and honesty, viewing public duty as a form of heroism.
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Tull
Cambridge City Golf Championship Opens for Delaney Trophy
The annual city golf championship begins at Fresh Pond Municipal Golf Course with dates October 11 to 19 for the Patrick J. Delaney trophy. Open to Cambridge residents. past winners include Joseph F. Cleary 1937 and Francis J. Skinner 1939 1940. Entries at Club House 691 Huron Ave. Thirty six holes of medal play from scratch. Each player has a committee designated scorer.
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Municipal
Patrick J. Delaney
Cambridge
Joseph F. Cleary
Francis J. Skinner
Huron Ave
Not Much Difference In Dairy Cows Water Intake
A report notes that dairy cows drink only slightly more water in hot weather than in cool weather, indicating little variation in hydration needs across temperature changes.
Council Clash Over Outside Director Sparks Budget Debate
City Auditor reports a $2,200 hospital budget surplus as councilors clash over appointing an outside director. Winslow denounces opponents while De Guglielmo and Noonan are tied to the count job rumors. The motion for an outside director failed 12 to 3 amid charges of politicking and bribery mentions.
Census Counts 29 904 660 Homes in United States
The latest census shows the United States contains 29 904 660 homes. The figure reflects housing stock nationwide and provides a baseline for planning and policy discussions about habitation and resource allocation.
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United States
Local election chaos as costs and plans spill into session
Roche and colleagues clash over election machinery costs and alleged sabotage by Winslow. DeGuglielmo censures Winslow for press claims while Noonan and DeGuglielmo push PR methods. Figures from Wenzel and Rotman cite up to 40 000 and 50 000 dollars plus 15 000 in personnel. Johnson challenges Wenzel and calls for a fair director of the count despite confusion.
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Ch. Winslow
Cincinnati
New York
Meiers
Noonan
Germany
Winslow
Carl Wenzel
Rotman
Co. Sullivan
Ch. Noonan
Co. Roche
Chandler Johnson
Johnson
Wenzel
Mr. Johnson
Cambridge Councillor Candidate Bids for New Term
In Cambridge the speaker notes Plan B cut term shortenings and announces candidacy for Councillor. He recalls 17 270 votes for School Committee two years ago and says he will not seek re election to that body. The Park Board awaits Plan B outcomes as the Legislature prepares to adjourn and address minor reforms.
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Cambridge
Large Membership The Associated Actors and Artists of America
The Associated Actors and Artists of America reports a large and active membership base spanning multiple disciplines. The group emphasizes solidarity among performers and advocates for better studio contracts and working conditions. It notes expanding outreach to regional chapters and new performing arts sectors.
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Associated Actors and Artists of America
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