Labor Day memories and early Cambridge labor reformers
A reminiscence by J Frank Facey and Harry Mahoney recalls Labor Day traditions in Cambridge and the city’s labor reformers. It notes George E McNeil's 60 hour week victory and advocates for the 8 hour day, with references to the Central Labor Union of Cambridge and Vicinity and a roster of early presidents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
George E. McNeil
Old Ward 4
Rindge Avenue
Rindge Field
Billy Connery
St. Mary’s Parish
Central Square
Tom
Tom Edwards
Ron Ce
Pananene
Central Labor Union of
Cambridge and Vicinity
Thomas J. Edwards
B. L. Harding
Patrick D. Daly
John T. Cooper
Rumor and civic chatter stir Cambridge politics and life
Weekly notes blend whispers about City Treasurer Bill Shea's mayoral bid with plans for deputy sealer of weights and measures. Councillors Tierney Mahoney Gutheim Lyons drift to city hall events and labor posts as Alterations to 40 Mass Ave proceed. Public figures enjoy open house hours, births, retirements, and an upcoming Riverside Boat Club regatta while reports hint at election day timing and stalled police station reopenings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City Treas
Bill Shea
Bill
Wil
Eas Chon Anderson
Mahoney
Billy ‘McMenimen
Billy
City Hall
Cwancillor
John J. Tierney
Oak Bluffs
Cambridge
Freddie
Mass
John W
Jack
Lyons
Library
Dan Buckley
Hurley
Sec
Labor Relations Board
Mise
Margaret Connors
Hilliard Street
Regan
Granite Street
Somerville
Board of Health
Gene Callahan
Hampton Beach
N. H
Ray Sealace
Riverside Boat Club
Charlee River
Pres
John J. Toomey
Weld Bost
Riverside Club
Hogan Announces Candidacy For Cambridge City Council
William M. Hogan Jr. announces his run for Councillor at Large in Cambridge with a message to voters. He notes his Cambridge birth and education at Sacred Heart Parochial School and Cambridge High and Latin School, and states confidence in meeting the office qualifications. The notice is a political advertisement dated August 30, 1937, referencing Primary Day October 13.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cambridge
Sacred ‘Heart
Cambridge High and
Durrell de
Cambridge Public Schools Ready to Reopen
Nearly 16 000 students return as WPA projects finish repairs in many buildings. Superintendent Fitzgerald notes possible teacher shortages despite 40 new hires. board to meet again for potential more appointments. Repairs at Haggerty Russell Agassiz and Ellis underway with boilers inspected and supplies limited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. E. Fitzgerald
Cambridge
Supt
Sentinel
Haggerty
Russell, Agassiz
Ellis
Wm. Fitzgerald
Cambridge Barbershed Hours Challenge City Powers
City solicitor George A. McLaughlin states the Cambridge city council lacks authority to regulate barber shop opening and closing times. He argues public safety health or convenience do not justify such limits and an ordinance would unfairly interfere with private business. Rumors suggest another attempt may arise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George A. McLaughlin
Atty. McLethet Ee
Cambridge
Also Mentioned on This Page
J. Frank Facey
Vilison
Wenener
Harry Mahoney
Esther M. Dolan
Central St
Westinghouse
MAZDA
Electrical Supply Co
the Electrical Center of
Ave
Kir
Honey Bee Cafe
Mass. Ave
Hamilton Liquors
Pierce
Boylston Street
Trade Lights
Harvard
Teowbridge
Drake
Cambridge Savings Bank
Marrard Square
Cambride Savings Bank
East Cambridge
North Avenue Savings Bank
Maseechuetio Atomes
Tal Ahr
Shirley Temple
Victor McLaglen
Wee Willie Winkie
Robt
Florence Rice
Hughie McGinness
Ritz Bros
Alice Faye
Arnold
Chas. F. Hurley
Commonwealth Avenue
WM. M. Hogan, JR
WM. M. Hogan, SR
Council
Russell A. Wood
Whittier Street
Manhattan Market
Cappacino
Massachusetts Avenue
Ron
Virgin
Virgin Islands
Maid OF California
Queen
Sco
Erik
Milshire
Jacob Ruppert
New York
Manhattan
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