Cambridge Mayor Reports Two Years Of Reforms And Challenges
In a campaign speech Mayor describes a two year tenure beginning 1930 as a push to modernize city government. He cites dilapidated buildings, water shortages, and unpaid accounts, details efforts to balance finances, complete construction, and reduce taxes while expanding public works and relief for the unemployed. He notes opposition from the city council and obstructive tactics around the Rindge School project.
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Appreciation of Cooperation in Cambridge City Government
A Cambridge city official praises city employees and especially City Auditor John J. McKenzie for dedication during two years of reforms. He credits a minority City Council for moral courage and urges voters to elect representatives who will complete economies and efficiency efforts. He invokes civic duty and declares "they shall not pass" in defense of decency and the city’s traditions.
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Cambridge
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Construction Plans Highlight Local Water and School Projects
An $800 000 water system extension is underway to aid hundreds of families. Rindge School plans a $1.5 million tech school plant, while a new fire house, drill tower and smoke chamber are proposed. Additional street construction funds of $100 000 are sought as part of ongoing civic improvements.
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Charlie McCue Seeks Cambridge Councillor Post
Cambridge native Charlie F. McCue announces his city wide contest candidacy for Councillor. Born and educated in Cambridge he lists leadership roles with Rindge Alumni Lodge 839 Cambridge Council Knights of Columbus and Elkis and pledges energy independence and fair dealing shown during 1916 to 1924.
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Housing plan debate stirs at Rindge project talks
Although absent from the School Committee meeting, Charlie Hurley and Mayor Russell reportedly clashed over the housing plan for Rindge students and pending building operations. Charlie has limited statements on the Library Board matters.
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Probate Court Citations For Howland Estate In Cambridge
Probate Court issues citations in the Howland estate matter in Cambridge County. Laurence M Jones, administrator with will annexed, asks reduction of penalty and surety limits. notices require publication in the Cambridge Sentinel for three weeks and delivery of copies seven days before first publication. Judge C. Leggat signs. dated September 1931.
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Cambridge Hearing on Garage License for Alice C Og born
City of Cambridge notices a hearing before the License Commissioners on September 12 19 at 3 o clock for a petition by Alice C Og born to license a third class garage on Sicramesto Street Cam Metal garage for two cars and for keeping gasoline in tanks. The action is by order of Chairman John Be Quinn.
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Alice C. ‘Ogborn
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Board of Licegap Commissoners
John BE. Quinn
Frederick
Buree
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Ee Department
Richard M. Russell
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Massachusetts Notice on Gasoline Sale Rules and Garage
Public notice from the Board of License Commissioners chaired by John E. Quinn states a hearing occurred and new rules set for gasoline 15 cents at 15¢. Address Allston Street Ridge mentions a two car garage. September 1298 notice date appears.
Notice of License Hearing in Cambridge City Hall
Public notice to all interested parties that a license hearing will occur in Room 22 City Hall on Monday October 5 at 2 PM. John B. Boutin seeks license for a stated establishment on Clay Street Cambridge with access via the common driveway between Moa and 18th Street. Board of License Commissioners John F Quinn, Chairman.
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Cambridge Notice On Garage Licence Hearing
The City of Cambridge issues notice that on October 5 at 2 PM in City Hall Cambridge will hear Tobe W. Dal’s petition for a Licence for a Garage of the Third Class. The case covers storage of gas and a limited use at a location on Main Street. Written orders from the Board of Commissioners are recorded.
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School Committee Divides Over New Rindge School Plan
The School Committee debates the proposed Rindge School with repeated votes and hints of opposition. Indications suggest there will be no new Rindge School at this time and the community awaits ultimate decision.
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Rindge
Rindre
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