09 Aug 1924
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Newspaper
The Winthrop Review
Location
Winthrop, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1924
Page
1
Town Assessors report a 1924 tax rate of 26.50 for every $1000 of valuation, up from 24.50 last year. Total 1924 valuations reach 21,458,750 with land buildings gas tanks and personal property, 4605 real estate polls, and 4605 polls in total.
William E. Burke Jr. died August 1 at Morrison Memorial Hospital Whitefield New Hampshire after a car accident on July 28 near Whitefield. Burke formerly worked at the Winthrop post office and as a railroad and postal worker. Funeral held at his parents home and burial in Holy Cross Cemetery Malden with railroad and post office representatives present.
Last week a shot fired at Point Shirley pierced four windows in the Goss house on Triton Avenue and a window at Mrs. Vose on Bilows Avenue before striking the floor, prompting police to investigate.
The Fort Banks and Winthrop Athletics played the second game of their series at Fort grounds last Sunday. A large crowd watched as Ramsey starred with three runs two base hits and four assists at short. Walter and Kane also shone with strong plays and a long hit. Several new players appeared.
Winthrop fans enjoyed a fine exhibition as the Winthrop Baseball Club edged Norton A A 5 to 4. Archdeacon & Co. backed the winning side in ideal weather, with Bill McInnis and his Fishbury celebrities praised as a fast North Shore team.
In a spirited baseball clash Walter Ramsey drew praise for flawless shortstop play as Army beat Athletics 8 to 6. Highlights include Ramsey’s quick fielding and a notable two-base hit by Murphy plus several runs, with pregame events lining Elks Carnival Day and a farewell for Fort Banks commander Col. Wieczorek.
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