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Newspaper
The Winthrop Review
Location
Winthrop, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1934
Page
1
Five town Republican organizations unite to form the General Republican Council to advance party interests and make Winthrop a splendid place to live. The announcement hints at broader cooperation, with continued details on page 8.
On Monday evening the license fee for restaurants and inn holders dispensing malt beverages was significantly increased from 100 to 150 dollars. Packages stores selling malt beverages remain 100 dollars, with a 50 dollar add on if wine sales are desired. Renewals are due January 31 with a 150 dollar payment. An extra 50 dollar fee applies to wine sales for both restaurant and package store licenses.
Brockton and Winthrop police warn of a highly active check forger operating across Greater Boston. The suspect uses forged checks drawn on a non existent State Trust Company of New York under the name Clarence E. James and pays with the line wages in full. Merchants are urged to beware and report any appearance of the man.
A Friday Town Hall meeting brought together the Town Garage committee, Planning Board, Board of Selectmen, and citizens to discuss buying land opposite the Golf Club for a town garage and yard. They also eyed extending Pauline Street through Metcalf Square to Bowdoin Street, Cross Street, Ocean Spray, and the Highlands as a cross-cut. ERA funding is planned for most of the project.
Radio listings note WMEX can be received just above or below WNAC and WAAB on different sets. The Friday night broadcasts include Winthrop's Community Program airing on WMEX.
The notice recalls joyous Christmas Carols groups and the grand assembly of these groups in Metcalf Square on the steps.
Winthrop plans a 30 minute community broadcast Friday evening on WMEX. The program features local residents including the American Legion Band, guest artists, and remarks by town officials. Future broadcasts aim to boost town spirit and civic cooperation.
Massachusetts homeowners seek relief as the Home Owner's Loan Corporation signals exhausting funds before processing new loans. Rep Daniel J Honan appeals to Congressman William P Connery Jr to resume the federal project and aid Winthrop residents facing foreclosure.
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