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Mr. Clyde Steeves explained that the Mohawk Club is practically a thing of the past, but through Mr. Lamont's efforts and generosity they still have the use of the building and do as they always did. He felt that as soon as the depression is over, however, the club would be stronger than ever. He stated that he would like to see the petition granted as he felt that Mr. Lamont would run the building as any member of the Board would like to see it run. Mr. Hobert P. Trask, Chairman of the Board of Selectmen, also spoke in favor of the petition. He stated that although he had no personal interest in this matter, he was interested from the standpoint of the Town of Lexington. He stated that this was one of many situations that have been allowed to exist contrary to the Zoning Laws because no complaint has been rade. He felt that it would be much better to grant the permit so the building may be run legally. He stated that Mr. Lamont paid 800. a year taxes on this place, and that he could not do it unless he had some way of making the building pay for itself. He felt that it was only fair to grant this permit as they have met the requirements of the Zoning Law as best they could, and so that the oelectmen would not be in a position of overlooking a proposition which is unlawful. He stated that no one appeared to object to the use of the building, and that as it was well off the highway there was very little possibility of its being a disturbance. He felt that as long as the Selectmen have control of the situation by granting a victuallers license from year to gear, there could be no objection to granting the permit. Mr. Maddison asked whether or not Mr. Lamont had any- thing in mind as to signs or anything of that sort, and was informed by Mr. Lamont that he had not. No persons appeared to object to the petition, and the hearing was declared closed. The subject of the petition of John Lamont was discussed by the Board, and inasmuch as the petition called for relief under section 9 Og) of the Zoning Law whichin the opinion of the Board did not cover the conditions as they actually exist inasmuch as the Mohawk L'lub is not much if any a factor in the situation, the Chairman was requested to consult the Town Counsel in regard to the best method of procedure. The meeting adjourned at 9:45 P.M. A true record, Attest: Clerk.