Install Officers Of Local Emblem Club In Boston Ceremony
The Winthrop Emblem Club installed officers with pomp witnessed by Boston dignitaries including Mayor Malcolm R. Nichols and Mrs. Nichols. The event featured tributes from the Boston Lodge of Elks, a silk flag presentation by Mrs. John Eskridge, and poems by Commander John Colburn read during the installation led by Mrs. Lawrence K. Kelley.
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New England
Malcolm R. Nichols
Nichols
Boston
Winthrop Emblem Club
Elks
Boston Lodge of Elks
Nathaniel F. P. Nichols
Lawrence K. Kelley
Peabody
Order
Kelley
John Gordon
Newton, Massachu
Hope Youths Will Enter Flag Contest
One of the nation’s largest patriotic youth movements begins its First Annual push to map ideals and institutions behind the flag. The program aims to involve boys and youths in civic ideals and national symbols, continuing across the country.
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Hope
Memorial Day Committee Appointed by Winthrop Post
Winthrop Post No. 146 American Legion names five members to serve on the Memorial Day Committee. George Pierce, William Walsh, Frederick Clark, Arthur Birkmaier and Francis Sheehan will represent the post in organizing the Memorial Day activities and grave decoration.
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Winthrop Post
American Legion
George Pierce
William Walsh
Frederick Clark
Arthur Birkmaier
Francis Sheehan
North Shore Suburban Municipal Federation Formed
Mayors and selectmen from 15 North Suburban Boston cities and towns met at Revere City Hall to form the North Shore Suburban Municipal Federation. Mayor Casassa of Revere, Mayor Roche of Everett, and Selectman Barry of Winthrop were named to outline plans and appoint representatives.
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Boston
Revere City Hall
North Shore
Roche
Everett
Selectman
Barry
Winthrop
Bishop W. F. Anderson addresses first annual church night
Plans for a new edifice for the First Church of Winthrop Methodist Episcopal were outlined at the first annual church night in Odd Fellows Hall Pauline Street. Parishioners pledged support to raise funds for the building as reported last week. A turkey banquet opened the event with Gardner Currier’s orchestra, and prayers were offered by Dr. Edward A. Elliott. Miss Bews sang two selections to the delight of attendees.
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Metcalf Square
Winthrop
Methodist Episcopal
Odd Fellows Hall
Pauline Street
Gardner Currier
Edward A. Elliott
Boston
Town Meeting to Consider 1929 Budget Appropriations
The Advisory Committee reports a proposed 1929 tax rate of 26.60 per thousand, down ten cents from 1928, and urges total appropriations of 826166.51 including budget and special items. It favors street resurfacing funds, traffic rule adoption, and defers Article 37 on Old Town Hall site.
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Advisory Committee
American Legion Post
Old Town Hall
Spanish War Veterans’ Association
Kennedy Wins by 7 Votes in Recount for Water Commissioner
The Board of Registrars, with aides from both campaigns, recounted the Annual Town Election for Water Commissioner. Final totals show John B. Kennedy maintaining victory, Belcher reducing Kennedy's lead by 19 votes from election night. Kennedy tally 2129 votes. Belcher close behind.
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Board of Registrars
Tewksbury Resigns From Cemetery Board
John B. Tewksbury notified the Board of Selectmen of his resignation from the Cemetery Commissioners. The resignation follows Chapter 371 of 1928 prohibiting holding another office in the same department. he remains appointed as Cemetery Superintendent. A joint meeting with the Cemetery Commissioners is set for March 20 at the Town Hall to name his successor.
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Board of Selectmen
John B. Tewksbury
Board of Cemetery Commissioners
Tewksbury
Arthur Griffin
Cemetery Commissioners
Selectmen
Town Hall
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Mrs. Nichols
Elks’ Club
Washington
ST. Patrick’s Day
Ham’s
Orient Heights
W. F. Anderson
Methodist Episcopal Church
Phelan
Steptoe
Stuart Street
Boylston Street
Touraine
Winthrop Trust Company
Ciancameel de Nos
General Office
Congress St
Kennedy
Belcher
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Ocean
Ellen G. Jenkins
Acme Stamp Company
Summer Street
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