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Newspaper
Cambridge Sentinel
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1941
Page
4
An item notes activity involving the WEW England Telephone and Telegraph Company. The brief references its maritime or sea related work or operations, with emphasis on communications or logistical efforts connected to the sea. Details remain sparse in the fragment.
A Cambridge exchange discusses municipal reform proposals, favoring nonpolitical city management, diverse party representation, and conflict of interest safeguards. The letters note Republican and Democratic concerns about a nonpartisan campaign and the influence of party politics on city government.
Daniel F. O'Brien, chairman of the Democratic City Committee, argues for able, honorable city leadership and praises democracy beyond party labels. He contends voters should decide council re election, criticizes Plan E motives, and urges elected officials to act within statutes.
Roche proposes acquiring land along Coolidge Avenue adjoining Cambridge Cemetery for a W P A project to create lots and earn over £50,000 for the city. He argues the venture uses sound business methods to restore confidence in city government and attract new industry.
Loud session features Arty Nelligan challenging officer Delaney over liquor serving at 11 50 PM and McCarthy clashing with witnesses. Testimony centers on clock times, witness credibility, and police conduct amid heated exchanges. A later public hearing on related liquor notices and the Paradise Cafe move setback follows the courtroom debate.
Frank Reel argues for Plan B emphasizing a City Manager chosen by the City Council. He asserts administration quality hinges on councillor choice and promotes proportional representation to empower majority voters in Cambridge.
The article praises Treasurer Carroll for a humane approach to tax collection in middle class communities like Winchester Brookline and Newton. It notes his 34 plus years in office and his refusal to allow tax title sharks to buy unpaid properties, aiming for payment when possible. The excise tax position is healthy: 1940 outstanding 6.46 percent with 93.54 percent collected. 1938 first year at 97 percent for taxes including invisible values.
City life notes include James McGillicuddy’s death after a brief illness at his home on Pearl Street. Funeral services were held in Watertown. Ward 9 Councillor Ed Donovan returns to council with a bandaged foot after an accident at work. Community figures tease constitutional questions and press gallery chatter as Frank faces the new role.
White crisp ruffled embroidered muslin curtains very full described as the smartest room accessory in Southern Colonial mahogany interiors. The style hints may extend to lamp shades and dressing tables as well.
A garbled note claims North Carolina produced three U S presidents including Johnson Polk and a Dolly Madison descendant tied to the Tar Heel lineage. The text is unclear but asserts a presidential founding claim for the state based on individuals connected to local history.
The council discusses Plan E voting and sending two observers to a city using the PP.R. system, set up 30 days before the October 4 election. The roll call passes with eight yes, six no, Finn absent. motions to suspend rules and reconsider follow. Measures include constable approvals and a $25,000 emergency repair vote for Longfellow Bridge.
Mass Horticultural Society conducts Local Winners with 51 prizes for best vegetables and flowers. Open to state children under 18. ten first prizes awarded. Cambridge League of Women Voters supplied seeds. Winners include Sibbatino Gandolfo, Helen Zinflon, Louis Tobasso, and many others from Cambridge and area addresses. Francis J. Murphy named Supervisor.
In 1936 the Cambridge Taxpayers Association pressed for changes in Cambridge government practices. The group has fought two and a half years against waste and extravagance in the building program, anticipating the end with the new $98,000 Gerry's project.
The Cambridge Taxpayers Association outlines battles over a Bathhouse and Recreational Center pledge, cuts in street construction loans from 600000 to 200000, a Supreme Court budget case, and exposure of 300000 in dead horse assets. They cite rising permanent city payrolls from 1532 to 1828 since 1926 and 60000 in borrowed funds used politically before elections. They vow a Civil Service reclassification under state supervision.
Members of the local U S C Committee will group and cull the material and route shipments to proper destinations. Anyone with books or magazines to donate can be assured they will be handled properly and allocated to beneficial places for the boys away from home.
The directorate plans a city-wide reclassification to place all employees on equal footing regarding duties and pay. The aim is long term economic operation of the city. Our recommendations have prompted actions reaching the Massachusetts Supreme Court, reflecting public demand for governance changes in Cambridge.
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