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Newspaper
Winthrop Sun And Visitor
Location
Winthrop, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1913
Page
4
The June 7 1913 Winthrop Sun and Visitor reports a town meeting held on the eve of a holiday drew fewer than sixty citizens. Senator Bagley and Reps Beck and Casassa attended and likely left with a poor impression of turnout. The piece notes Monday evenings are best for such meetings, as social events or lodge gatherings on other nights reduce attendance.
Our representatives in the General Court have done fine work for Winthrop this year. Senator Bagley, Representatives Beck and Casassa have all worked in harmony, and Winthrop should appreciate their efforts.
Town officials declare a new bridge between here and East Boston secured after negotiations led by Town Solicitor Orcutt ex-Representative Tewksbury and the late David Floyd with the City of Boston.
Citizens refused to pay the bill for alleged abatement of the nuisance caused by the company that dug trenches on marsh land last year. They regret the lack of alternative but say the matter may go to court.
Miss Pauline F. Tucker daughter of Frank W. Tucker married Herbert F. Jordan of Winthrop at the bride’s father’s Brookfield road residence in Ingleside Park. The ceremony was led by Rev. Seth C. Cary with family ties highlighted by prior spouses officiating. The couple plans a New York and Atlantic City honeymoon and will reside at 40 Waldemar Avenue.
The Union Church of Christ at Point Shirley nears completion and needs several hundred dollars more for finishing. Local residents urge townwide support for the church’s financial, moral, and spiritual benefit. Contributions may be sent to Rev. George F. Stanton, 26 Somerset Street, Boston, Deacon Frank F. Taylor, Point Shirley, or A. W. Carder, treasurer.
The Winthrop Improvement and Historical Society gathered at the Deane Winthrop House for a supper on the lawn followed by a talk from Rev. Everett C. Herrick of Charlestown on Eugene Field. A lawn party is planned for June 21 with a clam chowder supper, and a fall restart was set for the club.
Mirthful banquet for minstrel show participants drew over 100 attendees at the Elks Stay Night. Exalted Ruler Strachan chaired the supper and toasts by Cadigan Parsons Curran Dunn Wheeler Stiles. The evening concluded with a dance and encore performances by Strachan and others.
Miss Ruth Everett Dupee daughter of Mr and Mrs Harry E Dupee of Winthrop and Mr Frank Bumrill Bradford of Somerville son of Mr and Mrs William D Bradford were married at St John’s Episcopal Church The Rev Charles W Henry officiated The bride wore white crepe meteor with duchess lace and a long lace veil A reception and dance followed at the Elks Home with about three hundred guests from Winthrop and nearby towns Extended plans place the couple at 94 Grand View avenue Point Shirley for the summer and 276 Summer street Somerville in the fall
A surprise party for E. L. Sharpneck was held May 27 at 100 Quincy Avenue Winthrop Highlands. Guests included H. E. Wright E. C. Sautelle G. Underwood Claude Atherton and Gertrude Mulligan. A lobster supper and many gifts accompanied the celebration with 49 roses given to the honoree.
Classified brief notes a room to let advertised in the Sun and Visitor edition. A concise requester seeks a spare room, with potential terms and location details likely offered by readers. The notice conveys a nostalgic mid century rental inquiry.
The first dance of the season took place at the Cliff House on Wednesday evening. The parlor and dining room were prettily decorated, refreshments were served at intermission, and dancing ran from 8 to 11 30. It being the opening hop all attendees wore evening dress. Dances will continue each Wednesday evening in formal parties throughout the season.
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