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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1933-Annual ReportANNUAL REPORTS OF THE TOWN OFFICERS OF Lexington, Massachusetts Year, 1933 TOWN OF LEXINGTON LIST OF TOWN OFFICERS MARCH, 1933 TO MARCH, 1934 SELECTMEN Robert P. Trask, '36, Chairman John E. Gilcreast, '34 Charles E. Ferguson, '35 Daniel J. O'Connell, '35 John A. Lyons, '36 4 TOWN OF LEXINGTON TOWN MEETING MEMBERS Elvin E. Baker Edward F. Buttrick Rudolph F. Carlson Francis Chamberlain Malcolm H. Clifford John D. Collins Frank A. Cook, Jr. Ernest Cutter Town Clerk James J. Carroll Carl L Drew J. Henry Duffy Town Treasurer James J. Carroll Arthur B. Field Collector of Taxes Byron C. Earle Fred B. Fletcher Herbert A, Flint School Committee James Stuart Smith '34, Chairman George E. Fester Randall B. Houghton, '35 Margaret G. Taft, '36 James A. Guthrie Cemetery Commissioners Edward Wood, '35, Chairman - Bartlett J. Harrington John E. A. Mulliken, '34 George C. Hatch, Jr. Hatch George H. Gibson, '36 Mary D. Frank E. Hudson George M. Hynes Trustees of Public Trusts Waldo F. Glidden, '38 John F. Turner, '36 James Irwin, Jr. Howard S. 0. Nichols, '34 Moderator Robert H. Holt Warren G. Lawson Esther B. Lee Steele Lindsay Constables Patrick J. Maguire Fred Longbottom John C. Russell Walter Longbottom Planning Board J. Henry Duffy, '36, Chairman Charles B. Meek Edward W. Kimball, '36 Edgar F. Scheibe, '35 George W. Nary Sheldon A. Robinson, '35 Harold B. Needham C. Edward Glynn, '34 William D. Milne, '34 Frederick S. Ormond Field Drivers John C. Russell Maurice A. Page Edward C. Maguire Charles A. Peavy Precinct One 10 Curve St, 996 Mass. Ave. Term Expires 1934 1936 34 Baker Ave. 1935 Summit Rd. 1936 82 Chase Ave, 1934 22 Chase Ave. 1935 Lowell St. 1935 123 Pollen Rd. 1935 10 Locust Ave. 25 Maple St. 1934 1935 30 Chase Ave. 1934 18 Independence Ave. 1935 10 Carville Ave. 1934 10 Plainfield St. 1935 24 Taft Ave. 1936 11 Curve St. 1936 Watertown St. 1935 Watertown St. 1934 27 Baker Ave. 1934 50 Locust Ave. 1934 19 Hibbert St. 1935 151 Follen Rd. 1936 905 Mass. Ave. 1936 23 Robbins Rd. 1935 16 Independence Rd. 1936 16 Independence Rd. 1935 Bacon St. 1936 130 Oak St. 32 Fern St. 7 Smith Ave. 15 Independence Ave. 488 Mass. Ave. 1935 1936 1934 1934 1934 James A. Peirce Frank W. Perkins Luther R. Putney Haskell Reed Louis J. Reynolds James G. Robertson Albert G. Ross Robert L. Ryder Charles H. Schofield Patrick Shanahan Percy C. Smith Martha C. Spaulding Benjamin S. Stoney John T. Sumner Joseph Trani Edward L. Tyler J. Alexander Wilson John A. Wilson Walter H. Wilson ANNUAL REPORTS 40 Marrett Rd. 536 Mass. Ave. 55 Locust Ave. Lowell St. 6 Plainfield St. 8 Plainfield St. 3 Locust Ave. 108 Maple St. 5 Maple St. 60 Pleasant St. Robbins Rd. 1009 Mass. Ave. 3 Fern St. 9 Cliffe Ave. 1037 Mass. Ave. 31 Maple St. 27 Pleasant St. 62 Fern St. 33 Fern St. TOWN MEETING MEMBERS AT LARGE Joseph R. Cotton Alan G. Adams Harold C. Ashley Susan L. Ball Clara A. Ballard George S. Barton Charles S. Beaudry Harry C. Boyd DeWitt C. Brewster George W. Butters John H. Devine Harold C. Denham Robert Henry Eldridge Lester F. Ellis Clements H. Ferguson Robert W. Fernald 53 Marrett Rd. Precinct Two 22 Eliot Road 77 Highland Ave. 16 Bloomfield St. 8 Raymond St. 15 Bloomfield St. 5 Raymond St. 21 Muzzey St. 5 Winthrop Rd. 78 Highland Ave. 19 Slocum Rd. 8 Jackson Ct. 495 Waltham St. 52 Waltham Street 28 Vine Brook Rd. 2 Washington St. 1934 1934 1936 1934 1934 1936 1935 1935 1935 1936 1934 1936 1985 1934 1936 1935 1936 1936 1936 1934 1934 1934 1935 1936 1934 1934 1934 1935 1935 1936 1935 1934 1934 1936 1935 6 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Roland B. Greeley William R. Greeley Arthur L. Graves Charles Elliot Hadley Stephen F. Hamblin Arthur W. Hatch Clayton A. Hilliard Lilian C. Holt Arthur F. Hutchinson Edwin W. Hutchinson Frederic K. Johnson Edward W. Kimball Marian A. Kimball Harold B. Lamont Roger D. Long Arthur N. Maddison Fred W. Miller Lawrence G. Mitchell George V. Morse Dana Thurber Norris Ashley W. Partridge Clifford W. Pierce Elwyn G. Preston William G. Potter Randall W. Richards John J. Rudd John A. Sellars Edward W. Sibley Charles F. Vaughan Clarence S. Walker James J. Walsh, 2nd Albert N. Webster Hollis Webster Edwin B. Worthen Marian J. Wrightington Louis E. Yeager 1948 Mass. Ave. 1948 Mass. Ave. 76 Bloomfield St. 12 Clark St. 45 Parker St. 77 Forest St. 33 Highland Ave. 11 Bennington Rd. Blossom St. Blossom St. 84 Forest St. 1359 Mass. Ave. 1359 Mass. Ave. 20 Winthrop Rd. 44 Percy Rd. 15 Winthrop Rd. 12 Winthrop Rd. 11 Parker St. 1 Vine Brook Rd. 7 Winthrop Rd. 274 Marrett Rd. 1 Eustis Street 4 Bennington Rd. Walnut St. 57 Farmcrest Ave. 17 Vine Brook Rd. Concord Ave. 18 Eliot Rd. 63 Bloomfield St. 6 Forest Court 1433 Mass. Ave. 1960 Mass. Ave. 1960 Mass. Ave, 5 Winthrop Rd. 7 Bennington Rd. 1936 1936 1935 1934 1935 1935 1934 1934 1935 1935 1936 1935 1935 1936 1934 1936 1936 1935 1935 1935 1936 1936 1936 1936 1934 1934 1934 1935 1934 1934 1934 1936 1936 1936 1935 51 Slocum Rd, 1936 ANNUAL REPORTS TOWN MEETING MEMBERS AT LARGE James J. Carroll Charles E. Ferguson Robert H. Holt John A. Lyons Daniel J. O'Connell James Stuart Smith Edward Wood S. R. Wrightington Alfred A. Adler Louis W. Bills Charles M. Blake Hallie C. Blake Hubert D. Broderic Laurence H. Burnham William I. Burnham Eugene T. Buckley Leon C. Burt Philip M. Clark Frank P. Cutter A. Irving Dodge Everett S. Emery George W. Emery Leland N. Emery Roy A. Ferguson George R Fuller 17 Muzzey St. 28 Highland Ave. 11 Bennington Rd. 1314 Mass. Ave. 1536 Mass. Ave. 4 Percy Rd. Forest St, 7 Bennington Rd. Precinct Three 21 Berwick Rd, 73 Hancock Street 59 York St. 50 Meriam St. 9 Hancock Ave. 44 Somerset Rd. East St. 8 Grant St. 25 Harding Rd. 41 Hancock Street 83 No. Hancock St 41 Bertwell Rd. 3 Stetson St. 42 Somerset Rd. 86 Meriam St. 19 Bertwell Rd. 74 No. Hancock St. C. Edward Glynn 56 Hancock St. 1934 1935 1934 1986 1935 1984 1935 1934 1934 1936 1936 1935 1936 1936 1936 1935 1934 1935 1936 1936 1936 1935 1935 1936 1935 1936 8 Norman C. Hooper Randall B. Houghton TOWN OF LEXINGTON Edith M. Kelley Eugene G. Kraetzer Eugene G. Kraetzer, Jr. James IL Lewis Errol E, Locke Robert D. Mayo George C. McKay Robert C. Merriam Lorna McLean Milne William D. Milne Howard M. Munroe Charles E. Nichols, Jr. Ernest 0. Nichols Howard S. 0. Nichols Russell L Prentiss Lester T. Redman Jay 0. Richards Arthur M. Roberts Sheldon A. Robinson William Russell Rosenberger A. Edward Rowse, Jr. Richard E. Rowse Alien W. Rucker Edward H. Sargent William H. Shurtieff George E. Smith Frederick J. Spencer Rupert H. Stevens Margaret G. Taft Edward W. Taylor Harvey F. Winlock M. Lawrence Allen Lester Andrews Earl S. Archibald 37 Bertwell Rd. 16 Oakland St. 20 Oakland St. 46 Hancock St. 46 Hancock St. 23 Meriam St, 3 Abbott Rd. Oakmount Circle 12 Sherman St. 24 Oakmount Circle 6 Glen Rd. 6 Glen Rd. Lowell St. 94 Hancock St. 21 Hayes Ave. 19 Hayes Ave. 8 Hillside Terrace 6 Hayes Ave. 31 Hancock St. 24 Adams St. 19 Meriam St. 25 No. Hancock St. 38 Somerset 12d. 14 Adams St. 20 Hayes Ave. 27 Oakland St. 41 Somerset Itd. 14 Grant St. Lowell St. 86 Meriam St. 4 Upland Rd. 49 No. Hancock St. 61 Meriam St. Precinct Four 24 Outlook Drive 1 Hill St. 23 Downing Rd. 1934 1936 1934 1934 1935 1934 1936 1934 1934 1936 1935 1935 1935 1934 1936 1936 1934 1934 1934 1934 1936 1934 1934 1935 1936 1934 1934 1935 1935 1935 1935 1936 1935 1935 1936 1935 William H. Ballard Fred B. Bartlett Walter S. Beatty Chester L. Blakely Winthrop H. Bowker Effie B. Briggs Frederick S. Britton Francis E. Burke Christopher W. Collier Theodore A. Custance George W. Day Orville 13. Denison Robert J. Fawcett Frederic L. Fischer Warren E. Hartwell Alfred E. Haynes William P. Herbert Frank P. Herrick Converse Hill Willard C. Hill Norton T. Hood John E. Rossfield Harry F. Howard Frederick 13. James Leonard Jellis Walter E. Jones Catherine A. Kimball John Lamont Jasper A. Lane Clarence W. Mason W. Benjamin C. Meady Richard A. Mellen Everett E. Morrill William E. Mulliken Donald E. Nickerson Alexander Ohlson Foster Osgood Eugene H. Partridge ANNUAL REPORTS 7 Hastings Rd. 72 Bedford St. 53 Waltham St. Bedford St. 2184 Mass. Ave. Outlook Drive 8 Bedford St. 64 Bedford St. 5 Stratham Rd. 70 Bedford St. 2142 Mass. Ave. 32 Reed St. Marrett Rd. 15 Stratham Rd. Bedford St. 25 Hill St. Marrett Rd. 49 Waltham St. 2101 Mass. Ave. 2160 Mass. Ave. 99 Reed St. 288 Reed St. 15 Reed St. 96 Reed St. Ward St. Winter St. 2117 Mass. Ave. Cary Ave. 51 Waltham St. 500 Marrett Rd. 124 Bedford St. 24 Vaille Ave. 69 Harding Rd. 67 Waltham St. 2198 Mass. Ave. 88 Bedford St. 57 Waltham St. Wachusett Circle 9 1936 1934 1934 1935 1936 1936 1936 1936 1934 1936 1935 1936 1936 1934 1935 1934 1934 1936 1936 1936 1935 1934 1986 1936 1934 1934 1935 • 1935 1935 1934 1935 1934 1934 1936 1934 1934 1935 1984 10 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Harry M. Ripley Charles H. Rudd George W. Sarano Edgar F. Scheibe Harold W. Smith Walter F. Spellman Joseph Swan E. Elvidge Taylor Evelyn S. Trask Helen C. Whittemore 2 Audubon Rd. 5 Hastings Rd. Marrett Rd. Lincoln St. 96 Bedford St. 6 Shirley St. 16 Bedford St. 142 Bedford St. 2118 Mass. Ave. 2209 Mass, Ave. TOWN MEETING MEMBERS AT LARGE John E. Gilcreaet Robert P. Trask 55 Waltham St. 2118 Mass. Ave. 1934 1985 1935 1935 1935 1934 1935 1936 1936 1935 1934 1936 ANNUAL REPORTS APPOINTED OFFICERS Animal Inspector Assessors Assistant Assessors Board of Appeals Dr. Chester L. Blakely William G. Potter, Chairman Fred B. Bartlett Eugene T. Buckley Curlys L. Slocum Donald Wilson Frederick J. Spencer Paul F. McDonnell George V. Morse Arthur N. Maddison, Chairman C. Edward Glynn Roland W. Baldrey Charles E. Ferguson Howard W. Robbins Bridge Charitable Fund Trustees Howard S. O. Nichols, '34 John F. Turner, '36 Waldo F. Glidden, '38 Building Inspector Burial Agents Fred W. Longbottom Arthur A, Marshall James F. McCarthy Thomas M. Montague Cary Memorial Library, Librarian Miss Marian P. Kirkland Cary Memorial Library, AssistantsMiss Helen E. Muxxey Miss Katherine Buck Miss Dorothy B. Wentworth Miss Claire Ball Miss Enuna O. Nichols (East Lexington Branch) Cary Memorial Library, Cary Memorial Library, Clerk, Selectmen Constables Janitor Horace M. Howard Treasurer John E. Gilcreast Helen C. Whittemore Charles E. Moloy Charles A. Cummings 11 12 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Dental Clinic Committee Fence Viewers Fire Engineers Forest Warden Mrs. John E. Gilcreast Mrs. William G. Potter Mr. Thomas S. Grindle Frank P. Cutter Bartlett J. Harrington Edward W. Taylor Norman C. Hooper Edward F. Buttrick Edward W. Taylor Gammell Legacy Income, Trustees, Mrs. Robert P. Trask acting with Dept. Public Welfare Lawrence G. Mitchell Health Officer Health Inspector Lockup Keeper Measurer of Grain Dr. C. Reginald Hardcastle Matthew Stevenson James J. Sullivan Albert Bieren Measurer of Wood, Bark and John E. Kelley Manure Harold L Wellington Milk Inspector Matthew Stevenson Moth Dept. Superintendent John J. Garrity Odorless Cart, Charge of Peter Canessa Old Age Assistance Bureau John E. Gilcreast Daniel J. O'Connell John A. Lyons Police Officers James J. Sullivan, Chief **Patrick J. Maguire, Deputy Chief John C. Russell, Sergeant John W. Rycroft, Sergeant Edward C. Maguire Thomas C. Buckley William C. O'Leary Henry Harvey James Lima Forrest Knapp Edward J. Lennon ANNUAL REPORTS Park Superintendent Plumbing Inspector Posture Clinic Committee Public Welfare Agent Public Works, Superintendent Registrars of Voters Sealer of Weights and Measures Slaughter Inspector Stone Building, Janitor Superintendent of Streets Superintendent of Streets, Asst. Superintendent of Water and Sewer Dept. Town Accountant Town Accountant (Acting) Town Accountant Town Counsel Town Engineer Town Hall Janitor Town Hall Janitor, Assistant Town Physician John M. Barry George E. Smith Francis T. Neal, Jr. John J. Garrity Andrew T. Bain Mrs. Edith C. Kelley Miss Ruth E. Morrison Mrs. William G. Potter Lawrence G. Mitchell William S. Scamman 13 Leon H. Truesdell, '35 Chairman George H. Lowe, '34 George M. Davis, '36 James J. Carroll, Clerk Charles E. Hadley Matthew Stevenson John E. Garmon Robert H. White William C. Paxton, Jr. Albert A. Ross *Charles F. Pierce Arthur W. McMeniman James H. Russell Sydney R. Wrightington John T. Cosgrove Charles E. Moloy Philip E. Leaf Dr. C. Reginald Hardcastle 14 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Weighers (Public) Wire Inspector *Deceased. **Retired. William E. Mulliken John E. A. Mulliken Jacob Bierenbroodspot Harold I. Wellington William Bieren Albert Bieren Peter Stevens Rupert II. Stevens John E. Kelley Edward F. Smith Miss Lillian McClure Louis W. Bills ANNUAL REPORTS COMMITTEES APPONTED AT VARIOUS TOWN MEETINGS Appropriation Committee Term Empires 1934 A. Edward Rowse, Jr. (Chairman) Warren G. Lawson Roy A. Ferguson Term Expires 1935 Philip M. Clark Clarence S. Walker Frederick L. Fischer Term Expires 1936 Haskell Reed George W. Butters William R. Rosenberger Permanent Memorial For Veterans Appointed December 8, 1927 Willard D. Brown William B. Foster Charles E. Wheeler Minnie S. Seaver James H, Russell Committee on Lectures under Will of Eliza Cary Farnham and Susanna E. Cary Appointed June 13, 1933 Robert H. Holt Mrs. Henry D. Love Rev. R. Mitchell Rushton Committee School Building for Southern Section Appointed June 9. 1930 James Stuart Smith Howard E. Custance Howard S. O. Nichols Mrs. C. Edward Glynn William H. Ballard Clyde E. Steeves Mrs. S. Lewis Barbour Committee on Arboretum Appointed October 19, 1990 Dr. Fred 5. Piper Edward B. Ballard Mrs. Richard B. Engstrom Mrs. William D. Milne Mrs. Hollis Webster Hallie C. Blake Stephen F. Hamblin Sheldon A. Robinson Miss Mabel P. Cook 15 16 Francis E. Burke TOWN OF (LEXINGTON Revision of By -Laws Appointed May 4, 1931 Robert H. Holt, Joseph R. Cotton John A. Lyons Committee on Adams School Addition Appointed November 7, 1930 James Stuart Smith William IL Ballard Howard S. O. Nichols Howard E. Custance Mrs, Minnie A, Glynn Claire S. Ryder Clyde E. Steeves Building By -Law Committee Appointed December 16, 1929 Nathan B. Bidwell Charles E. Ferguson Edmund A, Webb Perley C. Tibbetts Fred W. Longbottonl ANNUAL REPORTS 17 TOWN WARRANT COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS MIDDLESEX, SS. To either of the Constables of the Town of Lexington, in said County, Greeting: In the name of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, you are directed to notify the inhabitants of the Town of Lex- ington, qualified to vote in elections and in, town affairs, to meet in their respective voting places in said town, (Precinct One, Emerson Hall; Precinct Two, Three and Four, Cary Memorial Hall), on MONDAY, THE SIXTH DAY OF MARCH, A. D. 1933 at six o'clock, A. M., then and there to act on the following articles: Article 1. To choose by ballot the following town officers : One Town Clerk for the term of one year, Two Selectmen for the term of three years, One Town Treasurer for the term of one year, One Collector of Taxes for the term of one year, One Cemetery Commissioner for the term of three years, One Moderator for the term of one year, One Member of the School Committee for the term of three years, Two Constables for the term of one year, Two Members of the Planning Board for the term of three years, One Member of the Planning Board for the term of two years, Seventeen Town Meeting Members in each Precinct for the term of three years, 18 TOWN OF LEXINGTON One Town Meeting Member in Precinct One for the term of two years, Two Town Meeting Members in Precinct Four for the term of two years. The polls will be open at 6:00 A. M. and will remain open until 8:00 P. M. You are also to notify the inhabitants aforesaid to meet in Cary Memorial Hall in said Town on Monday, the twenti- eth day of March, 1933, at 8:00 P. M., at which time and place the following articles are to be acted upon and deter- mined exclusively by the town meeting members, in accord- ance with Chapter 215 of the Acts of 1929 and subject to the referendum provided for by section eight of said chapter. Art. 2. To receive the report of any Board of Town Offi- cers or of any committee of the Town, and to appoint other committees. Art. 3. To choose such Town Officers as are required by law and are usually chosen by nomination. Art. 4. To see if the Town will authorize their Treas- urer, under the direction of the Selectmen, to borrow money for any necessary purposes, in anticipation of revenue for the current year, the same to be repaid directly from the proceeds of said revenue, or act in any manner relating thereto. Art. 5. To see if the Town will make the usual appropri- ations for Town expenses for the ensuing year, or act in any manner relating thereto. Art. 6. To see if the Town will make an appropriation for the Suppression of Gypsy and Brown Tail Moths, in ac- cordance with Chapter 132, General Laws, or act in any manner relating thereto. Art. 7. To see if the Town will vote to appropriate and assess an amount of money to be used as a Reserve Fund as provided by Chapter 40, Section 6, General Laws, or take any action relating thereto. Article 8. To see if the Town will appropriate funds for the payment of pensions to retired members of the Police and ANNUAL REPORTS 19 Fire Departments, under Chapter 32, General Laws, or act in any manner relating thereto. Art. 9. To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Se- lectmen to petition the Director of Accounts of the State for an audit for the year 1933. Art. 10. To see if the Town will vote to appropriate money for the support of a Posture Clinic, to be expended under the direction of the Board of Health or by a commit- tee appointed by said Board, or act in any manner relating thereto. Art. 11. To see if the Town will vote to appropriate money for Old Age Assistance in accordance with General Laws, Chapter 118A inserted by Acts of 1930, Chapter 402, or act in any manner relating thereto. Art. 12. To see if the Town will rescind its vote of June 20, 1932, amending Article VIII of the Code of By -Laws of 1922. Art. 13. To see if the Town will amend Article VIII of the Code of By -Laws of 1922 by adding at the end thereof the following: "Section 2. The provisions of Section 1 shall not apply to any extension of water mains made in ac- cordance with General Laws, Chapter 80 with respect to the . assessment of betterments." Art. 14. To see if the Town will vote to transfer the sum of $1804.87 to the Cary Library Account, the same being the sum received from the Middlesex County for dog fees. Art. 15. To see if the Town will authorize the Selectmen to install street lights in Bowker, Brandon and Utica Streets, and Oakmount Circle. Art. 16. To see if the Town will vote to transfer sums from the following accounts to the Excess and Deficiency Account: Clarke Street (Drain) $1.62 Crescent Hill Ave., Highway Construction 3.04 Independence Ave., Highway Construction .36 20 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Smith Ave., Highway Construction 46.31 Allen Street, Highway Construction 5.49 Public Works Bldg., (Equipment & Mat.) 20.98 Public Works Bldg., (Equipment & Rep.) .26 Art. 17. To see if the Town will vote to appropriate a sum sufficient to pay the County of Middlesex as required by law, the town's share of the net cost of care, maintenance, and repair of the Middlesex County Tuberculosis Hospital and for care and treatment of tubercular patients up to June 30, 1932, under Acts of 1928, Chapter 385 as amended by Acts of 1931, Chapter 60 including interest or discount on temporary notes issued therefore as assessed in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 111 of the General Laws and Acts in amendment thereof and in addition thereto, or take any action in relation thereto. Art. 18. To see if the Town will ratify the action of the Selectmen in petitioning the Legislature for legislation ex- tending the Metropolitan Sewerage District to include the entire Town of Lexington or any portion of that part of the Town not now included in the District. Art. 19. To see if the Town will vote to reimburse the State Holding Corporation of Cambridge, Mass., the sum of $1218.35 for water pipe laid in Summit Road in the years 1916, 1922 and 1926, and to provide funds for same by direct appropriation or by transfer from other accounts. Art. 20. To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Selectmen to install sewers in the following streets: Bedford Street, from Shirley Street northerly a distance of approximately 120 feet, Summit Road, from the present end southerly a distance of approximately 325 feet, Eustis Street, from present end a distance of approxi- mately 115 feet. appropriate money for said sewer construction by direct ap- propriation, and by transfer of funds from other accounts. Art. 21. To see if the Town will vote to install water mains in the following streets, subject to the usual guaran- tee: ANNUAL REPORTS 21 Allen Street from the present end in Blossom Street, a distance of approximately 1400 feet; Outlook Drive from Wachusetts Drive easterly a distance of approximately 100 feet; Harbell Street from the present end southerly a distance of approximately 190 feet; Colony Road from the present end northeasterly a dis- tance of approximately 100 feet; Tewksbury Street from Bedford Street to Sargent Street and in Sargent Street from Tewksbury Street to Shir- ley Street a distance of approximately 550 feet; and to provide funds for said installation by transfer from the Water Department Available Surplus to the Water Dept. Const. Account. Art. 22. To see if the Town will vote to appropriate money to complete the construction of Wood Street, same to be done under Chapter 90 of the General Laws. Art. 23. To see if the Town will assent to and approve Chapter 12 of the Acts of 1933, being an Act authorizing the dissolution of The Trustees of the Lexington Ministerial Fund and the distribution of its property. Art. 24. To act upon the recommendations of the Com- mittee on the Amendment of the By -Laws of the Town, and to see if the Town will amend the By -Laws by the adoption of any or all of the recommendations of said Committee. Art. 25. To see if the Town will accept the relocation or alteration as a town way of Winter Street, from Bedford Street for a distance of approximately 360 feet, as shown on the plan dated February 13, 1933, and filed in the office of the Town Clerk, and authorize the Selectmen to acquire by purchase, eminent domain, or otherwise for that purpose lands or easements or rights therein including the right to have the land of the location protected by having the surface of adjoining land slope from the boundary of the location, and to appropriate money therefor, or for specific repairs on the said way, or for construction of the said way, as so relocated or altered, to be raised by loan or otherwise. Art. 26. To see if the Town will vote to set aside a parcel 22 TOWN OF LEXINGTON of land, containing approximately ten acres, now 'used for park purposes for a Town Forest, said parcel being described as follows: A parcel of Park property known as Town Meadows bounded northwesterly by the north branch of Vine Brook, and bounded southwesterly, southeasterly and northeasterly by lands of Charles W. and Robert L. Ryder, Trustees of Lexington Estates Trust. Art. 27. To see if the Town will vote upon petition of Frank W. Perkins to amend the Zoning By -Law and map of the Town by changing from an R.1 District to a C.1 District the lot of land at the westerly corner of Massachusetts Ave. and Oak Street, or take any action relating thereto. Art. 28. To see if the Town will vote upon .petition of Daniel J. O'Connell to amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and map by changing from an R.1 District to a C.1 District the following described parcel of land: A triangular parcel of land bounded on the north- west by Fletcher Avenue distant 183.90 feet, on the southwest by Woburn Street distant 320.22 feet, and on the northeast by the Boston and Lowell Railroad Corp. right of way distant 317.40 feet, containing about 27,994 square feet. Art. 29. To see if the Town will vote to amend the Zoning By -Law and Zoning Map by establishing a new type of residence district, to be called R.3 Districts, restricted as to location, wherein there may be permitted apartment houses, multiple dwellings or similar structures, restricted as to height, bulk, area, coverage, or construction, or otherwise restricted so as to protect health, safety, and the general welfare, or act in any manner thereon. Art. 30. To see if the Town will amend the Zoning By - Law and Zoning Map so as to establish an R.3 District be- tween Clarke and Muzzey Streets, Lexington, Mass., bounded and described as follows: Beginning at a point in the southwesterly side of Massachusetts Avenue opposite the southerly side of Meriam Street, said point marking the northeasterly corner of the C.1 District as established under the pro- ANNUAL REPORTS 23 visions of the Lexington Zoning By -Law and Zoning Map dated March 17, 1924; thence northwesterly along Massachusetts Avenue distant 135 feet to its junction with the southeasterly line of Clarke Street; thence southwesterly along Clarke Street by lands of Town of Lexington and Isaac Harris Cary Educational Fund distant 246 feet; thence southeasterly by vari- ous courses and distances by lands of Gertrude R. Hadley, Franklin F. and Henry S. Raymond, James J. and Florence C. Carroll and Olive C. Myers distant 514 feet to Muzzey Street; thence northeasterly along Muzzey Street by lands of William E. Denham and Lexington Trust Co. distant 136 feet to a point, said point being southwesterly and distant 100 feet from the southwesterly side line of Massachusetts Avenue; thence northwesterly along a line parallel with the southwesterly exterior line of Massachusetts Avenue and distant 100 feet therefrom, said line marking the southwesterly boundary of the C.1 District hereinbe- fore mentioned, over lands of Lexington Trust Co., George E. Smith, Lois M. and Lillian G. Marshall and Town of Lexington distant 229 feet to a point mark- ing the northwesterly corner of the C.1 District here- inbefore referred to; thence 100 feet to the point of beginning, all as shown on plan entitled "Plan Show- ing Proposed Amendment to the Zoning Map of the Town of Lexington, Mass. Establishing an R.3 Dis- trict Between Muzzey and Clarke Streets. Scale -1 inch --40 feet, Feb. 17, 1933 --John T. Cosgrove, Town Engineer" on file with the Town Clerk, or act in any manner relating thereto. And you are directed to serve this Warant seven days at least before the time of said meeting as provided in the By - Laws of the Town. Hereof, fail not, and make due return on this Warrant, with your doings thereon, to the Town Clerk, on or before the time of said meeting. Given under our hands, at Lexington, this fourteenth day of February, A. D. 1933. ROBERT P. TRASK, THEODORE A. CUSTANCE, JOHN E. GILCREAST, CHARLES E. FERGUSON, DANIEL J. O'CONNELL, Selectmen of Lexington. 24 TOWN OF LEXINGTON February 25, 1933. To the Town Clerk: 1 have notified the inhabitants of Lexington by posting printed copies of the foregoing Warrant in the Post Office, in the Vestibule of the Town Office Building and six other public places in the Town, and by mailing a printed copy of the same to every registered voter in the Town nine days before the time of said meeting. Attest: PATRICK J. MAGUIRE, Constable of Lexington. ANNUAL REPORTS 25 ANNUAL TOWN ELECTION MARCH 6, 1933 In pursuance of the foregoing warrant the legal voters of the Town of Lexington met in their respective voting places in said Town on Monday, March the sixth in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred thirty-three at six o'clock in the forenoon. The following places were designated as the voting places for the various precincts; Precinct One, Emerson Hall; Pre- cinct Two, Three and Eour, Cary Memorial Hall; The following election officers having been duly appointed by the Selectmen, and Wardens of the various precincts were assigned for duty as follows: PRECINCT ONE Charles J. Dailey Warden Mrs. Mary A. Rowland Deputy Warden Frances Harrington Inspector George E. Foster Inspector Alfred Hayward Deputy Inspector Donald Cameron Deputy Inspector Roland E. Garmon Clerk Arthur W. Hughes Deputy Clerk PRECINCT TWO Irving B. Pierce Warden Ezra F. Breed Deputy Warden Vidor Harmon Inspector Randall Richards Inspector George V. Morse Deputy Inspector Madeline J. Corbett Deputy Inspector John H. Dacey Clerk Ruth Ray Deputy Clerk 26 TOWN OF LEXINGTON PRECINCT THREE Frederick Tullar Warden Bessie G. Davis Deputy Warden James M. Ahearn Inspector Charles E. Moloy, Jr. Inspector Emma Hovey Deputy Inspector John Sweeney Deputy Inspector James L. McKenzie Clerk Samuel Wellington Deputy Clerk PRECINCT FOUR Morton G. Hopkins ...__....___... ....... __........_.» Warden Howard Custance Deputy Warden Katherine Kiernan Inspector Irene Robinson Deputy Inspector Frank Maguire Clerk Margaret Kennedy Deputy Clerk Harry G. Frost Inspector The polls were declared open in each precinct at six o'clock A. M. and remained open until eight o'clock P. M., after which time after due notice, they were closed. The election officers were sworn to the faithful perform- ance of their duties. The ballots were counted by the election officers in each precinct, the tally sheets and total vote sheets prepared by the Town Clerk being used. The total registration of voters in each precinct was as follows: Precinct One Precinct Two Precinct Three Precinct Four 1284 (One thousand two hundred eighty-four) 1241 (Qne thousand two hundred forty-one) 1228 (One thousand two hundred twenty-eight) 1243 (One thousand two hundred forty-three) Total 5996 (Five thousand nine hundred ninety-six) The ballots cast were counted, enclosed in envelopes, sealed, signed by the election officers, together with the un- used ballots, and delivered to the Town Clerk at his office. 4 ANNUAL REPORTS 27 28 TOWN OF LEXINGTON The Registrars of Voters and the Town Clerk canvassed the result as follows: Precinct One Ballots Cast 250 (Two hundred fifty) Precinct Two Ballots Cast 298 (Two hundred ninety-eight) Precinct Three Ballots Cast 294 (Two hundred. ninety-four) Precinct Four Ballots Cast 261 (Two hundred sixty-one) Total 1103 (One thousand one hun- dred three) TOWN CLERK Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec.3 Pree.4 Total James J. Carroll 217 273 270 233 993 Blanks 33 25 24 28 110 James J. Carroll was elected as Town CIerk for one year. SELECTMEN Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec.3 Prec. 4 Total John A. Lyons 205 240 253 222 920 Robert P. Trask 188 243 224 198 853 Blanks 107 112 108 102 430 Francis Burke 1 1 John Rose 1 1 William Marshall 1 1 John A. Lyons and Robert P. Trask were elected as Selectmen fora term of three years. TOWN TREASURER Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Ptec. 4 Total James J. Carroll 221 272 274 227 994 Blanks 29 26 20 34 109 James J. Carroll was elected as Town Treasurer for one year. COLLECTOR OF TAXES Pree. 1 Prec. 2 Prec.3 Pree.4 Total Byron C. Earle 208 268 262 212 935 Blanks 47 40 32 49 168 Byron C. Earle was elected as Collector of Taxes for one year. CEMETERY COMMISSIONER SCHOOL COMMITTEE Prec. 1 Preo. 2 Prec. 3 Prec. 4 Total *Margaret G. Taft 135 239 234 149 757 Raymond L. White 84 46 46 88 264 Blanks 31 13 14 24 82 'Margaret G. Taft elected for School Committee for three years. CONSTABLES Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Prec. 4 Total Patrick J. Maguire 198 255 255 222 930 John C. Russell 214 254 246 212 926 Blanks 88 87 87 88 350 Patrick J. Maguire and John C. Russell both were elected as Constables for one year. MODERATOR Prec. 1 Prec.2 Prec. 3 Proc.4 Total Robert IL Holt 198 255 260 211 924 Blanks 52 43 34 50 179 Robert H. HoIt elected Moderator for one year. PLANNING BOARD Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Preo. 3 Prec.4 Total J. Henry Duffy 179 237 231 196 843 Edward W. Kimball 184 238 233 205 860 Blanks 137 121 124 121 503 J. Henry Duffy and Edward W. Kimball both elected to Planning Board for term of three years. PLANNING BOARD Prec. 1 Prec, 2 Prec. 3 Prec, 4 Total Sheldon A. Robinson.. 194 250 252 208 904 Blanks 56 48 42 53 199 Blanks Sheldon A. Robinson elected to Planning Board for term of two years. TOWN MEETING MEMBERS PRECINCT ONE Prec. 1 Prec 2 Prec. 3 Prec. 4 Total *Edward F. Butterick 177 George H. Gibson 196 259 253 218 926 *Francis Chamberlain i76 Blanks 54 39 41 43 177 Thomas Curley 102 Ralph P. Ferri 103 George H. Gibson elected as Cemetery Commissioner for three years. ANNUAL REPORTS 29 30 TOWN OF LEXINGTON *James A. Guthrie 164 *Bartlett J. Harrington 168 *Warren G. Lawson 160 *Esther B. Lee 164 *Fred W. Longbottom 178 *Charles B. Meek 165 *Harold B. Needham 174 *Luther R. Putney 165 *James G. Robertson 178 *Patrick Shanahan 161 *Martha C. Spaulding 170 *Joseph Trani 131 *J. Alexander Wilson 158 *John A. Wilson 168 *Walter H. Wilson 163 Blanks 1226 TOWN MEETING MEMBER PRECINCT ONE Steele Lindsay 185 Blanks 65 Steele Lindsay elected Town Meeting Member Precinct One for two years to fill vacancy. PRECINCT TWO *Clara A. Ballard *Clarence H. Cutler *Clements Ferguson *John H. Devine *Roland B. Greeley *William R. Greeley *Frederic K. Johnson *Harold B. Lamont Ernest A. Lindstrom *Arthur N. Maddison *Fred W. Miller *Ashley W. Partridge *Clifford W. Pierce William G. Potter *Elwyn G. Preston Alfred L. Short Arthur Silva Clyde E. Steeves *Albert N. Webster 219 166 192 210 208 225 184 187 95 216 214 200 200 151 209 86 42 140 176 *Hollis Webster *Edwin B. Worthen * Louis E. Yeager Blanks 'Town Meeting Menihers elected for term of three years. PRECINCT THREE *Louis W. Bills *Charles M. Blake Harold G. Bowen *Lawrence H. Burnham *William I. Burnham * Frank P. Cutter *A. Irving Dodge *Everett S. Emery Albert W. Emmons *Roy A. Ferguson *C. Edward Glynn *Randall B. Houghton Edwin C. Kidder *Errol B. Locke Paul F. McDonnell Neil McIntosh *Robert C. Merriam George P. Morey *Ernest 0. Nichols *Howard S. 0. Nichols *Sheldon A. Robinson *Allen W. Rucker *Edward W. Taylor Joseph Valente Blanks PRECINCT FOUR *Lester Andrews * William H. Ballard Homer J. Bartlett * Winthrop H. Bowker *Effie B. Briggs *Frederick Britton *Francis E. Burke *Theodore A. Custance *Orville B. Denison * Robert J. Fawcett 203 252 163 1134 152 185 88 190 170 133 146 180 77 179 173 188 81 172 79 132 191 83 176 179 197 146 203 70 1429 156 174 109 113 154 147 155 159 118 154 ANNUAL REPORTS 31 32 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Carl Hauck *Frank P. Herrick *Converse Hill *Willard C. Hill *Harry F. Howard *Frederick B. James *William E. Mulliken Bernard O'Donnell Thomas J. Runner R. Coman Savoye James E. Spellman *E. Elvidge Taylor *Evelyn S, Trask Blanks "Town Meeting Members elected for term of three years. PRECINCT FOUR *Warren E. Hartwell *Foster Osgood Blanks 100 116 157 161 138 118 174 79 71 82 109 145 138 1415 201 198 123 •Elected as Town Meeting Members Precinct Four to fill vacancy. A true record, Attest: JAMES J. CARROLL, Toum Clerk. ADJOURNED TOWN MEETING MARCH 20, 1933 The Meeting was called to order by Moderator Robert H. Holt at 8:04 P. M. 180 Town Meeting Members being present. Town Clerk James J. Carroll read the warrant, until fur- ther reading was voted waived, after which the Constable's return was read. Selectman Mr. Trask moved to take up Article two. Mr. Rowse, Chairman of the Appropriation Committee, moves that the Committee's report be accepted. Unanimous, 8:06 P. M. Mr. H. C. Blake reads report of Committee Re: site for Center Fire Station, advising same be accepted and Commit- tee be discharged, reading the following: The Committee visited several sites and finally decided that the property owned by Dr. Barnes on Massachusetts Avenue, adjacent to the land of the Cary Memorial Building, now owned by the Town, was the most desirable location, as it would add another building to our civic center. Negotiations were entered into with Dr. Barnes, who stated that the land known as the Putney lot, 145 feet, on Massachusetts Avenue extending back to the railroad, com- prising 41,090 square feet, more or Iess, could be purchased for $35,000.00. A verbal option was given to the Committee at this price (also see letter attached), on the land only, to April 1, 1933. After that date, adjusted taxes on the land are to be added to the stated price, $35,000. If the Town should decide to purchase, the building to be removed from the property by Dr. Barnes, six months to be given for that ANNUAL REPORTS 33 purpose,—Dr. Barnes to reserve the right to request the Town to exercise the option at any time within sixty days' notice. If the Town did not avail itself of said option, Dr. Barnes was at liberty to dispose of said land to any prospec- tive buyer he might have. In the opinion of the Committee, the necessity for a new Central Fire Station at this time is apparent, but the money for a proper building seems, under present conditions, most remote. $2,000 was appropriated for the expense of this Committee to be expended on plans, etc., but no money, up to date, has been spent. In fact, last year $1,500 was transferred and the balance of $500 still remains unspent. Let me state that the Com- mittee does not recommend the expenditure of any money now or in the immediate future. Under these circumstances, the Committee asks that this report be accepted and the Committee discharged. Signed, ROBERT F. TRASK, EDWARD W. TAYLOR, HALLIE C. BLAKE. Moved and seconded that above report be accepted and the Committee be discharged. Unanimous. 8:10 P. M. Under Article two, Mr. Rowse, Chairman of Appropria- tion Committee, offers the following motion: Voted: The sense of this meeting on the matter of salary reduction and readjustment as it applies to appropriation for 1933 be as- certained by ballot. Mr. Rowse refers to motion of James S. Smith of Oc- tober 31, 1932, giving figures, etc. Mr. Hallie C. Blake refers to motion of meeting held Oc- tober 31, 1932, offering the following motion: Voted: That it is the sense of this meeting that in lieu of a reduction in salaries, all salaried officers and all Town Employees con- tinue to contribute ten per cent of their pay for the balance 34 TOWN OF LEXINGTON of the calendar year to a fund to be expended by the Board of Selectmen, for labor on public works or relief of unem- ployed citizens of the Town, except that all laborers and em- ployees receiving twenty dollars per week or less shall be exempted from this contribution. Mr. Jones offers amendment, same be laid on the table. Lost unanimously. 8:29 P. M. Mr. Blake's substitute motion was put to a vote, and de- clared lost, unanimous. 8:30 P. M. Francis E. Burke offers the following motion: Voted: That it is the sense of this meeting that in lieu of a reduc- tion in salaries, all salaried officers and all Town Employees contribute twelve and one-half per cent of their pay for the balance of the calendar year to a fund to be expended by the Board of Selectmen, for labor, on public works or relief of unemployed citizens of the Town, except that all laborers and employees receiving twenty dollars per week or less shall be exempted from this contribution. General discussion from the following speakers, for and against, Messrs. Robertson, Fuller, Redman, Rowse, Nichols, Hooper, Cutter, Worthen, McCabe, Buckley, Stevens and Rucker. Burke's substitute motion was put to a vote, and declared lost, unanimous -9 P. M. Mr. Rowse's original motion to vote by ballot, presented, result undecided, therefore a rising vote taken, following tellers being appointed and results: Yes 26 70 23 Total 115 Carried -9:05 P. M. Teller Long Redman Norris No 5 27 12 44 The following were appointed as tellers: Nary, Chamber- lain and Dr. Walsh, to assist the original tellers appointed, ANNUAL REPORTS 35 to distribute and count, the prepared ballot, with the fol- lowing questions thereon : 20% Reduction 16% Reduction 10% Reduction 10% Contribution Votes cast were recorded in the ballot box. The six tellers retired to another part of the building to count the result of the votes cast. While votes were being counted, it was voted to continue with the articles of the warrant, until the results of the count were made known. Selectman Mr. Trask offers to take up article three, Voted: That John C. Russell and Edward C. Maguire be appointed as Field Drivers for the ensuing year. Carried unanimously —9:15 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask, under article six, offers the fol- lowing: Voted : That there be appropriated and assessed for the suppression of gypsy and brown tail moths in accordance with Chapter 132 of the General Laws, $2,025.00. Question by Mr. Wood, if any refunds, reply no. Unani- mous -9:16 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask, under seven offers the following: Voted : That there be appropriated and assessed as a Reserve Fund for the current year under Chapter 40, Sec. 6, of the General Laws, $2,500.00. Carried unanimously -9:19 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask, under article eight, offers the fol- lowing: Voted: That there be appropriated and assessed for pensions for retired members of the Police and Fire Depart- ments under Chapter 32 of the General Laws, the following: Police pensions Fire pensions Carried unanimous -9 :20 P. M. $1,095.00 2,107.81 36 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Selectman Mr. Trask, under article nine, offers the fol- lowing: Voted: That the Board of Selectmen be authorized to petition the Director of Accounts of the State for an audit for the year 1933. Unanimous -9:22 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask, under article ten, offers the follow- ing: Voted: That there be appropriated and assessed for the support of the Posture Clinic, to be expended under the di- rection of the Board of Health or by a Committee appointed by said Board, $500.00. Carried unanimous -9:23 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask, under article eleven offers the fol- lowing: Voted: That there be appropriated and assessed for Old Age Assistance in accordance with General Laws, Chap- ter 118A inserted by Acts of 1980, Chapter 402. $10,000.00. Unanimous -9:24 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask, under articles twelve and thirteen, offers the following: Article 12, Voted : That the Town rescind its vote of June 20, 1932, amending Article VIII of the Code of By -Laws of 1922. Rescinded unanimous -9:25 P. M. Article 13, Voted: That the Town amend Article VIII of the Code of By -Laws of 1922 by adding at the end thereof the following: "Section 2. The provisions of Section 1 shall not apply to any extension of water mains made in accordance with General Laws, Chapter 80, with respect to the assessment of betterments." Carried unanimously -9:27 P. M. The result of the count of the ballot cast for reductions, etc., brought in by the tellers, and made known as follows: Total number of votes cast 178 For 20% Reduction 57 For 15% Reduction 32 For 10% Reduction 17 For 10% Contribution 71 Not counted. (two choices) 1 Total 178 ANNUAL REPORTS 37 9:32 P. M. Motion offered by Mr. Rowse, not read by the Moderator, same immediately withdrawn by Mr. Rowse. 9:34 P. M. Mr. Long offers the following motion: Voted: That it is the sense of this meeting that the salaries of Town Employ- ees receiving in excess of $20 per week be reduced 15 per cent, yes or no. Speakers for and against: Mr. Duffy, Lamont, Houghton, Worthen, Smith and Preston. The motion was put to a vote and the result doubted, whereby the Moderator requested a rising vote, appointing the following tellers with the following results: Yes 28 50 15 Total 88 Teller Nary Redman Norris No 10 48 17 75 Carried -9 :57 P. M. - Question by Mr. Webster, reply, Moderator, not in order. Selectman Mr. Trask, under article four, offers the follow- ing: Voted: That the Town Treasurer with the approval of the Selectmen be and hereby is authorized to borrow money from time to time in anticipation of revenue of the present financial year, and to issue therefore, a note or notes to be paid from the revenue of the present financial year. Carried unanimously -9:59 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask, under article fifteen, offers the fol- lowing: Voted: That the Selectmen be authorized to install street lights in Bowker, Brandon and Utica Streets. Question Mr. Hadley. How many lights? Question Mr. Kraetzer. Cost. Answered by Mr. Trask. Carried unanimous --10 :00 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask, under article sixteen offers the 88 TOWN OF LEXINGTON following: Voted: That the following sums be transferred from the following accounts to the Excess and Deficiency Account: Clarke Street (Drain) $1.62 Crescent Hill Ave., Highway Construction 3.04 Independence Ave., Highway Construction .86 Smith Ave., Highway Construction 46.31 Allen Street, Highway Construction 5.49 Public Works Bldg. (Equipment & Mat.) 20.98 Public Works Bldg. (Equipment & Rep.) .26 $78.06 All voted on together as one group, carried unanimous - 10:02 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask, under article seventeen, offered the following: Voted: That the sum of $3,170.90, this being the Town's share of the net cost of care, maintenance, and repair of the Middlesex County Tuberculosis Hospital, including in- terest on temporary notes issued therefore, and for the Town's share of the cost of care and treatment of tubercular patients up to June 30, 1932, under Acts of 1928, Chapter 385,48 amended, including interest and expenses, be and the same hereby is appropriated. Carried unanimous -10:03 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask, under article eighteen, offers in- definite postponement, carried unanimous—t0:04 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask, under article nineteen, offers the following: Voted: That the State Holding Corporation of Cambridge, Mass., be reimbursed the sum of $1,218.35 for water pipe laid in Summit Road in the years 1916, 1922, and 1926, and that the sum of $1,218.35 be transferred from the Water Department Construction Account for said reimburse- ment. Result of vote doubted, therefore a rising vote taken, with the following tellers and results: Yes 23 26 27 Total 76 Teller Nary Redman Norris No 8 54 5 67 ANNUAL REPORTS 39 Carried -10.06 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask, under Article twenty, offers in- definite postponement. Carried unanimous -10:07 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask, under article twenty-one offers the following: Voted That the Board of Selectmen be author- ized to install water mains, not less than six inches in di- ameter and subject to the usual guarantee, in the following streets: Allen Street from the present end in Blossom Street a distance of approximately 1400 feet; Outlook Drive from Wachusetts Drive easterly a distance of approximately 100 feet; Harbell Street from the present end southerly a distance of approximately 190 feet; Colony Road from the present end northeasterly a dis- tance of approximately 100 feet; Tewksbury Street from Medford Street to Sargent Street and in Sargent Street from Tewksbury Street to Shirley Street a distance of approximately 550 feet; And for the purpose of said construction and installation of water mains the sum of $10,500.00 be transferred from the Water Department Available Surplus Account to . the Water Department Construction Account, and further voted that the Selectmen be authorized to use any unexpended balance for other Water Construction. Mr. Trask gives explanation. Mr. Worthen asks withdrawal until next meeting. Mr. Trask offers indefinite postponement. Unanimous - 10:10 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask, under article twenty-two offers the following: Voted: That the sum of $5,000.00 be appropri- ated and assessed to complete the construction of Wood Street, the same to be done under Chapter 90 of the General Laws. Carried unanimous -10:11 P. M. 40 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Selectman Mr. Trask, under article twenty-five, offered the following: Voted: That the Town accept the relocation or alteration as a Town way of Winter Street, from Bedford Street for a distance of approximately 360 feet as shown on plan dated February 13, 1933, and filed in the office of the Town Clerk and authorize the Selectmen to acquire by pur- chase, eminent domain, or otherwise for that purpose, lands or easements or rights, therein including the right to have the land of the location protected by having the surface of adjoining land slope from the boundary of the location, and for specific repairs on said way, or for construction of the said way, as so relocated or altered, the sum of Two Dollars be appropriated and assessed. Mr. Trask, moved the reading be waived. Unanimous. COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS Middlesex, ss. Lexington, Mass., Feby. 28, '33. Town of Lexington, Selectmen's Room At a meeting of the Board of Selectmen of the Town of Lexington, after having given due written notice of the in- tention of said Board, as required by law, to relocate and lay out as a Town way the way known as Winter Street from Bedford Street, a distance of approximately 360 feet, all as hereinafter more fully appears, and after public hearing thereon held this day, and no objections having been made; Now, upon consideration of the matter, it is ORDERED: That this Board of Selectmen is of the opin- ion that public necessity and convenience require that said Winter Street, from Bedford Street a distance of approxi- mately 360 feet, be laid out and established as a public Town way, and that the same hereby is laid out and established as a public Town way respectively as follows: The northwesterly line of Winter Street begins at a point in the northeasterly line of Bedford Street, said point being southeasterly of and distant 67.95 feet from an iron rod marking the northwesterly terminus of a tangent 1335.44 feet long, thence bearing to the left with a curve of 15.00 feet radius distant 28.86 feet to a point of tangency, thence ANNUAL REPORTS 41 N. 35 55' 56" E distant 296.67 feet to a point of curvature, thence bearing to the left with a curve of 282.55 feet radius distant 39.45 feet to a point. The southeasterly line of Winter Street begins at a point in the northeasterly line of Bedford Street, said point being southeasterly of and distant 166.96 feet from an iron rod marking the northwesterly terminus of a tangent 1335.44 feet long, thence bearing to the right with a curve of 50.00 feet radius distant 60.89 feet to a point of tangency, thence N 35 55' 56" E distant 298.06 feet to a point of curvature, thence bearing to the left with a curve of 322.55 feet radius distant 45.04 feet to a point. The above described lines are parallel with and distant 40.00 feet from each other with the exception of the curved intersections with Bedford Street. Said Winter Street is hereby relocated and established as shown on a plan entitled, "Plan of Winter Street as laid out by the Board of Selectmen, Lexington, Mass.—Scale 1 inch - 40 feet, February 13, 1933, John T. Cosgrove, Town Engi- neer," which plan is on file in the Town Clerk's Office in said Lexington and a copy of which will be recorded with Mid- dlesex South District Deeds with a copy of this order. And said Board having considered the question of dam- ages sustained by the owners of lands across and through which said ways have been laid out and established as afore- said, hereby determines that no damages are sustained and no damages are awarded, and said Board hereby declares that all acts herein are done under the provisions of law au- thorizing the assessments of betterments. ROBERT P. TRASK, THEODORE A. CUSTANCE, JOHN E. GILCREAST, CHARLES E. FERGUSON, DANIEL J. O'CONNELL, Selectmen of Lexington. The acceptance of the relocation of Winter Street was carried unanimously at 10:21 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moved to take up article 23. 42 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Moderator Mr. Holt stated because of his interests in article 23 he would vacate his chair, appointing Francis E. Burke as Moderator Pro -Tem. Robert H. Holt offered the following motion under ar- ticle 23: Voted : That the Town of Lexington in Town Meet- ing assembled does hereby assent to the proceedings set forth in Chapter 12 of the Acts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts of the year 1933, being entitled—"An Act Authorizing the Dissolution of the Trustees of the Lexington Ministerial Fund and the Distribution of Its Property"—and the Town Clerk is hereby directed to file a certificate of this vote with the State Secretary. Full explanation was made by Mr. Holt. Carried unani- mously -10:30 P. M. Robert H. Holt returns to his chair as Moderator. Selectman Mr. Trask, under article 26, offered the fol- lowing: Voted: That the Town set aside a parcel of land, con- taining approximately ten acres, now used for Park purposes for a Town Forest, said parcel being described as follows : A parcel of Park property known as Town Meadows bounded northwesterly by the north branch of Vine Brook, and bounded southwesterly, southeasterly and northeasterly by lands of Charles W. and Robert L. Ryder, Trustees of the Lexington Estates Trust. Explanations by Mr. Trask. Carried unanimously 10:35 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moved meeting adjourn to April 3, 1933, at eight o'clock P. M. Unanimous -1O :36 P. M. A true record, Attest: JAMES J. CARROLL, Town Clerk. ANNUAL REPORTS TOWN WARRANT 43 COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS MIDDLESEX, SS. To either of the Constables of the Town of Lexington, in ssaid County, In the name of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, you are directed to notify the inhabitants of the Town of Lex- ington, qualified to vote in elections and in town affairs, to meet in the Cary Memorial Building, in said Lexington, on MONDAY, THE THIRD DAY OF APRIL, 1933 at 8:00 o'clock P. M., then and there to act on the following articles: .Art. 1. To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Selectmen to install sewers in the following streets: Bedford Street, from Shirley Street northerly a distance of approximately 120 feet ; Summit Road, from the present end southerly a distance of approximately 460 feet; Eustis Street, from the present end a distance of approxi- mately 115 feet ; and appropriate money for said sewer construction by direct appropriation, or by transfer from other accounts. Art. 2. To see if the Town will vote to install a trunk line sewer beginning at the Arlington -Lexington Line near Mill Brook and extending to Bow Street a distance of appr mately 1150 feet, and appropriate money for said sewer con- struction by direct appropriation or by transfer from other accounts. 44 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Art. 3. To see if the Town will vote to install water mains in the following streets, subject to the usual guarantee or the assessment of betterments: Allen Street, from the present end in Blossom Street a distance of approximately 1400 feet; Outlook Drive, from Wachusetts Drive easterly a dis- tance of approximately 100 feet; Harbell Street, from the present end southerly a distance of approximately 190 feet; Colony Road, from the present end northeasterly a dis- tance of approximately 100 feet; Simonds Road, from the present end easterly a distance of approximately 350 feet; and to provide funds for said installation by transfer from the Water Department Available Surplus to the Water De- partment Construction Account. Art. 4. To see if the Town will vote to install water mains in Tewksbury Street from Bedford Street to Sargent Street and in Sargent Street from Tewksbury Street to Shir- ley Street a distance of approximately 550 feet, and to pro- vide funds for said installation by transfer from 'the Water Department Available Surplus to the Water Department Construction Account. Art. 5. To see if the Town will vote to appropriate funds for labor and material on public works to be expended by the Selectmen for the aid of unemployed citizens of the Town. Art. 6. To see if the Town will vote to appropriate suf- ficient funds to complete the sewer construction in Tewks- bury, Sargent and Shirley Streets, authorized by vote of the Town Meeting, October 31, 1932. Art. 7. To see if the Town will vote to release all Town Employees from any obligation to contribute 10 per cent of their salaries to the Unemployment Relief Fund at such time as salary reductions voted by this meeting become effective. And you are directed to serve this Warrant seven days at least before the time of said meeting as provided in the By-laws of the Town. ANNUAL REPORTS 45 Hereof, fail not, and make due return of this Warrant, with your doings thereon, to the Town Clerk, on or before the time of said meeting. Given under our hands, at Lexington, this twenty-first day of March, A. D. 1933. ROBERT P. TRASK, JOHN E. GILCREAST, CHARLES E. FERGUSON, DANIEL J. O'CONNELL, JOHN A. LYONS, Selectmen of Lexington. CONSTABLE'S RETURN March 25, 1933. To the Town Clerk: I have notified the inhabitants of Lexington by posting printed copies of the foregoing Warrant in the Post Office, in the vestibule of the Town Office Building and six other public places in the Town, and by mailing a printed copy of the same to every registered voter in the Town seven days before the time of said meeting. Attest: PATRICK J. MAGUIRE, Constable of Lexington. 46 TOWN OF LEXINGTON ADJOURNED AND SPECIAL TOWN MEETING APRIL 3, 1933 Meeting was called to order by Moderator Robert II. Holt, at 8:02 P. M. There were 198 Town Meeting Members present. Town Clerk James J. Carroll read the Warrant until further reading was voted waived, after which the Con- stable's return was read. Selectman Mr. Trask moved to take up article five of the unfinished business of the Town Meeting held March 20, 1983. Under above article five, Mr. Houghton, Chairman of the. School Committee, offered the following motion: Voted: That the sum of $220,102.00 be appropriated and assessed for the support of the public schools and for the payment of tuition at vocational schools for the current year. Mr. Rowse, Chairman of the Appropriation Committee, offers the following amendment to Mr. Houghton's motion : Voted: That the motion of Mr. Houghton's be amended as follows: That the sum of $209,175.78 be appropriated for the support of public schools and payment of tuition at voca- tional schools. Mr. Rowse's amendment seconded by Mr. Chamberlain. Mr. Greeley offers second amendment as follows: Voted: That the sum of $212,792.00 be appropriated and ANNUAL REPORTS 47 assessed for the support of the public schools and for the payment of tuition at vocational schools for the current year. Mr. Greeley's amendment seconded by Mr. Webster. Mr. Hutchinson moves when vote taken, same be taken by ballot. Moderator Holt suggests suspension of the question of ballot until the main question was to be put. Mr. Devine asks the attitude of the Selectmen regarding the question of reductions in salaries. Answered by Selectman Mr. Trask, the Board was unani- mous in favor of fifteen per cent reduction. General discussion by several speakers. Mr. Hamlin offers suggestion five per cent be taken from each appropriation as appropriations were made. Not con- sidered. The amendments were voted on in the following order : First: If to substitute Mr. Greeley's amendment in place of Mr. Rowse's amendment. The following tellers were appointed with the following result: Robinson, Redman and Richard Rowse: Yes 8 45 17 70 Teller Robinson Redman R. Rowse No 33 57 14 104 Declared lost -9:24 P. M. Second amendment as offered by Mr. Rowse to Mr. Houghton's motion, and result, same tellers counting: Yes 35 51 15 101 Teller Robinson Redman R. Rowse No 8 55 17 80 48 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Carried -9:26 P. M. Question on main motion. Mr. Hutchinson withdraws motion to take vote by bal- lot -9:27 P. M. Dr. J. J. Walsh offers motion, vote to be taken by roll -call. Declared lost, unanimous -9:27 P. M. Main motion as put for $209,175.78. Yes 36 57 20 113 Carried -9:29 P. M. Under article five, Selectman Mr. Trask offered the fol- lowing, which were all carried unanimously: Teller Robinson Redman R. Rowse No 3 26 8 37 For the expenses of the Appropriation Committee For the salaries and expenses of the Selectmen's Rept. For the salary and expenses of the Town Accountant For the salary and expenses of the Town Treasurer For the salary and expenses of the Collector For the salary and expenses of the Board of Assessors For legal services For salary and expenses of the Town Clerk For salary and expenses of the Supt. of Public Works For elections and registrations For the expenses of the Town Office BIdg & Cary Mem. Bldg For the salaries and expenses of the Engineering Dept For the expenses of the Planning Board For the expenses of the Board of Appeals For the salaries and expenses of the Police Dept. Also voted that the Selectmen be authorized to sell the Police Department Automobile For the salaries and expenses of the Fire Dept. For hydrant rentals For the salary and expenses of the Building Inspector For the salary and expenses of the Wire Inspector For the salary and expenses of the Sealer of Weights and Measures For the protection of public shade trees and for the planting of shade trees $125.00 3,671.30 3,075.00 1,205.00 5,072.50 5,360.00 2,425.00 1,840.00 4,500.00 1,050.00 8,260.00 10,300.00 250.00 225.00 31,900.00 35,950.00 7,455.00 1,250.00 550.00 475.00 500.00 ANNUAL REPORTS 49 For the expense of forest fires 700.00 For the salary of the Dog Officer 50.00 For the maintenance of public health and sanitation 9,200.00 For the expenses of the Dental Clinic 1,625.00 For vital statistics 50.00 For the salary of the Inspector of Animals 500.00 For the salary of the Inspector of Slaughtering 600.00 For the salary and expenses of the Plumbing Inspector 925.00 For the expenses of the Sewer Maintenance Department 6,190.00 For the removal of ashes and care of dumps 2,200.00 For the expenses of collecting garbage 4,450.00 For the salary of the Town Physician 500.00 For the maintenance and care of highways 42,820.00 For the construction and repair of street signs 150.00 For the construction of sidewalks of granolithie where the abuttors will pay one-half the expense 1,200.00 For the expense of removal of snow and ice 7,000.00 For the expense of street Iights 21,500.00 For the expense and operation of the Public Works Bldg4,870.00 For the expenses of Traffic Regulation and Control 1,400.00 For the expense of the Public Welfare Dept. 30,000.00 For Soldier's Relief 2,500.00 For State Aid 800.00 For Soldier's Burial 100.00 For Military Aid 100.00 For the support of the Libraries 11,048.50 For the maintenance of Public Parks & Playgrounds 9,875.80 For the expenses of the April 19th Celebration 250.00 For the proper observance of Memorial Day, to be expended under the direction of Post 119 of the Grand Army of the Republic 250.00 For insurance 7,000.00 For the expense of printing and publishing the Town Report 660.03 For Unclassified Expenses 200.00 For Water Maintenance Account 63,920.00 and that the amount of receipts in excess of this appro- priation be reserved to be appropriated for Water De- partment purposes For the maintenance and development of Munroe Cemetery 1,800.00 For the maintenance and development of Westview Cemetery 1,000.00 For the payment of interest on the public debt and the sum of $10,158.75 to be transferred from Water Maintenance Account ($47,258.75) 37,100.00 For the payment of bonded indebtedness maturing in 1933 the sum of 125,000.00 For the administration of Trust Funds 65.00 Under article 14, unfinished business of Town Meeting 50 TOWN OF LEXINGTON held March 20, 1933, Selectman Mr. Trask offered the fol- lowing motion: Voted: That the sum of $1,804.87 be trans- ferred to the Cary Library Account, the same being the sum received from the Middlesex County for dog fees. Unani- mous -9:52 P. M. Question by Selectman Mr. Trask if any report to be made under article 24, of unfinished business, Town Meeting held March 20, 1933. Answered no report to be made, therefore move for in- definite postponement. Indefinitely postponed carried unan- imous -9:34 P. M. Under article 27 of unfinished business of Town Meet- ing held March 20, 1933, Selectman Mr. Trask moved for indefinite postponement, which was carried unanimously - 9:56 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moved to take up article 28 of un- finished business of Town Meeting held March 20, 1933, Francis E. Burke offering the following motion: Voted : That the Town amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and map by changing from an R-1 to a C-1 district the following de- scribed parcel of land: "A triangular parcel of land bounded on the northwest by Fletcher Avenue distant 183.90 feet, on the southwest by Woburn Street distant 320.22 feet, and on the northwest by the Boston and Lowell Corp. right of way distant 317.40 feet, containing about 27,994 square feet." Mr. Burke offered his reasons why change should be made. Mr. J. H. Duffy, Chairman of the Planning Board, offered the following report: Acting on the petition of Daniel J. O'Connell to amend the Lexington Zoning By -Laws by changing the triangular parcel of land bounded by Fletcher Avenue, Woburn Street and the right-of-way of the Boston & Lowell Railroad Corp. from an R-1 district to a C-1 district, the Planning Board in accordance with the provisions of the Zoning By -Law has held a duly advertised hearing, and after consideration, now reports to the Town. ANNUAL REPORTS 51 The Planning Board has twice previously considered re- quests for substantially this same change, and upon its ad- verse reports the Town has twice refused to approve it. Up- on this its third consideration of the matter, the Planning Board has again unanimously voted to recommend to the Town that this change be not approved at this time. It does not appear that the fundamental conditions af- fecting the matter have in any material degree changed since it was last considered by the Town. The opposition of the Planning Board to the proposed change is, as formerly, based primarily upon a firm belief that the area already provided for business use is ample, not only for all present needs but for the needs of many years to come, and that to enlarge the area will necessarily lead to a depreciation in value of existing business areas and a progressive deterioration of nearby residential properties. Beyond this primary consideration, which involves a prin- ciple of far-reaching importance affecting the future devel- opment of the Town with respect to its business areas, the Planning Board is moved by other and more immediate con- siderations to recommend that the Town at least defer com- mitting itself to a change at this time. Among these are the following: (1) The petitioner has indicated that he has in mind requesting the withdrawal of certain lands on the southerly side of Massachusetts Avenue from Winthrop Road to the Baptist Church from the Business or C.1 district to an R.1 or residence district and further that he would favor the withdrawal of the land from the Town Buildings to Fletcher Ave. from the C.1 district to an R.1 district. Such changes, the Planning Board feels, deserve the serious consideration of the Town, and should be carefully explored and acted upon before any new area immediately adjacent is set apart for business use. (2) The Russell House property involving an important tract of land adjacent to Town property is now in the mar- ket and its future development is uncertain. Being impor- tant in its influence on general town development the future of this area should not be prejudiced at this time by a change in the status of the property involved in this petition. The Planning Board recognizes the improvements that the petitioner has rnade in the property, and the apparent 52 TOWN OF LEXINGTON fact that the land cannot be turned to as great profit for the owner through residential use as through business use, but would again point out that the land was acquired by the owner while it was in a residential zone with no indication on the part of the Town that its status was to be changed. Respecting the specific business use indicated for this area, should it be changed to a business area, the Planning Board is of the opinion that a filling station would introduce added complications and dangers to both highway and side- walk traffic. Seeing no public necessity with respect to this special use at this location, the Board notes the growing de- mand in neighboring municipalities to exclude such uses from areas in proximity to churches, schools, and public buildings. Respecting the inducements offered in the way of new assessable values, the Board is inclined to discount these considerably in view of the broader considerations and to contemplate the probability of eventual depreciation of the value of mercantile buildings in this area owing to its pe- culiar Iocation. The Planning Board recognizes the desire of residents of the Fletcher Avenue and Woburn Street districts for im- proved street conditions and convenient neighborhood stores, but it should be noted that FIetcher Avenue is now an unac- cepted street and that a business area suitable for neigh- borhood stores is already provided on Woburn Street east of the railroad. The future extension of Sherman Street to Woburn Street with general rearrangements and improve- ments including the possible discontinuance of Fletcher Avenue from the Railroad to Massachusetts Avenue are seen as developments indicating the desirability of deferring any change in the status of the area involved in the present petition. The Planning Board regards this triangular area, just off the principal avenue between two streets and a railroad, and between two areas in which the Town itself has heavy in- vestments, as being of peculiar strategic importance. Changes such as might be involved in the elimination of the Woburn Street grade crossing, or the relayout of Woburn Street as a part of a major state highway development sug- gest that heavy charges for damages might well fall on the Town if this area were to be built upon for business pur- poses. For these reasons the Town should surely maintain at ANNUAL REPORTS 53 this point the limitation of the business area as originally contemplated when the Zoning By -Law was passed. The Planning Board again urges that the Town make no change at this time in the status of the particular area covered by the petition. J. HENRY DUFFY C. EDWARD GLYNN EDWARD W. KIMBALL SVM. D. MILNE SHELDON A. ROBINSON E. F. SCHIEBE April 3, 1933. Petitioner D. J. O'Connell speaks, being aided by views from moving picture slides. Questions asked and answered by various speakers. Two-thirds vote being required the appointed tellers made the following returns : Yes 22 68 14 104 Telfer Robinson Redman R. Rowse No 13 27 20 60 Being under two-thirds petition to change was declared lost 10:45 P. M. Under article 29 of unfinished business of Town Meeting held March 20, 1933. Selectmen Mr. Trask offered indefinite postponement. Carried unanimous 10:46 P. M. Under article 30 of unfinished business of Town Meeting held March 20, 1933. Selectman Mr. Trask offered indefinite postponement. Carried unanimously 10:47 P. M. Under article 1 Selectman Mr. Trask offered the follow- ing in four separate votes: Voted: That the Selectmen be au- thorized to install a sewer in Bedford Street, from Shirley Street northerly a distance of approximately 120 feet. Car- ried unanimously 10:48 P. M. 54 TOWN OP LEXINGTON Voted: That the Selectmen be authorized to install a sewer in Summit Road, from the present end southerly, a distance of approximately 460 feet. Carried unanimously 10:49 P. M. Voted: That the Selectmen be authorized to install a sewer in Eustis Street, from the present end a distance of ap- proximately 115 feet. Carried unanimously 10:50 P. M. and for the purpose of said construction and installation of sewers the sum of $2,100 be appropriated and assessed and $2,600 be transferred from the Sewer Assessment Fund to the Sewer Construction Account. Carried unanimously 10:55 P. M. At this time Francis E. Burke, appearing in favor of Daniel J. O'Connell, made it known he was applying for re- consideration of article 28, which had been acted upon at this meeting, also, that same was being applied for within the prescribed time. Moderator Mr. Holt inquires from Town Clerk at what time article 28 was passed. Reply by Town Clerk—at 10:45 P. M. Under article 6 Selectman Mr. Trask offered the follow- ing: Voted: That the sum of $10,000 be appropriated and as- sessed to complete the construction and installation of sewers in Tewksbury, Sargent and Shirley Streets, author- ized by vote of the Town Meeting, October 31, 1933. Carried unanimously 11:03 P. M. Under article 2 Selectman Mr. Trask offered the follow- ing: Voted that the Selectmen be authorized to install a trunk line sewer beginning at the Arlington -Lexington Line near Mill Brook and extending to Bow Street a distance of ap- proximately 1150 feet, and for the purpose of said construc- tion and installation the sum of $8,000 be appropriated and assessed. Carried unanimously 11:10 P. M. Under article 3 Selectman Mr. Trask offered the follow- ing in six parts: Voted: That the Board of Selectmen be ANNUAL REPORTS 55 authorized to install water mains, not less than six inches in diameter and subject to the usual guarantee or the as- sessment of betterments in the following streets : Allen Street from the present end in Blossom Street a distance of approximately 1400 feet. Mr. Lamont moved for indefinite postponement of this part of the article, which was carried unanimously 11:11 P.M. Outlook Drive from Wachusett Drive easterly a distance of approximately 100 feet. Carried unanimously 11:12 P. M. Harbell Street from the present end southerly a distance of 190 feet. Carried uanimously 11:13 P. M. Colony Road from the present end northeasterly a dis- tance of approximately 100 feet; carried unanimously 11:13 P. M. Simonds Road, from the present end easterly a distance of approximately 350 feet. Carried unanimously 11:14 P. M. And for the purpose of said construction and installation of water mains the sum of $6,000 be transferred from the Water Department Available Surplus Account to the Water Department Construction Account. Carried unanimously 11:15 P. M. And further voted that the Selectmen be authorized to use any unexpended balance for other Water Construction subject to the usual guarantee or the assessment of better- ments. Carried unanimously 11:16 P. M. Under article 4, Selectman Mr. Trask offered the follow- ing: Voted: That the Selectmen be authorized to install water mains in Tewksbury Street from Bedford Street to Sargent Street and in Sargent Street from Tewksbury Street to Shirley Street a distance of approximately 550 feet, and for the purpose of said construction and installation the sum of $1,000 be transferred from Water Department Available Surplus Account to the Water Department Construction Ac- count. Carried unanimously 11:19 P. M. 56 TOWN OP LEXINGTON Under article 5, Selectman Mr. Trask offered the follow- ing: Voted: That the sum of $13,000 be appropriated and as- sessed for labor and material on public works to be ex- pended by the Selectmen for the aid of unemployed citizens of the Town. Carried unanimously 11:20 P. M. Under article 7, Selectman Mr. Trask offered the follow- ing: Voted : That after July 1, 1933, the Town Employees be released from any obligation to contribute 10% of their salaries to the Unemployment Relief Fund as voted by the Town on October 31, 1933. Question by Thomas Fitzgerald if the agreement made by the Town Employees was a contract, and if same be with- drawn. Referred to the Town Counsel, with the reply, same was not a contract and could be withdrawn at any time. Above motion was put and carried unanimously 11:25 P. M. Motion to adjourn was made by Francis Chamberlain. Carried unanimously 11:27 P. M. A true record, Attest: JAMES J. CARROLL, Town Clerk. ANNUAL REPORTS 57 TOWN WARRANT COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS MIDDLESEX, SS. To either of the Constables of the Town of Lexington, in said County, Greeting: In the name of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, you are directed to notify the inhabitants of the Town of Lex- ington, qualified to vote in elections and in town affairs, to meet in their respective voting places in said town, Precinct One, Emerson Hall; Precinct Two, Three and Four, Cary Memorial Hall, on TUESDAY, THE THIRTEENTH DAY OF JUNE, A. D. 1933 at 2:00 o'clock P. M., for the following purposes: To bring in their votes to the Election Officers for the Election of Delegates to a Constitutional Convention called to Ratify or Reject the Following Amendment to the Con- stitution of the United States, proposed by Joint Resolution of Congress: Text of the Proposed Amendment: "Section 1. The eighteenth article of amendment to the Constitution of the United States is hereby repealed." "Section 2. The transportation or importation into any State, Territory, or possession of the United States for de- livery or use therein of intoxicating liquors, in violation of the laws thereof, is hereby prohibited." "Section 3. This article shall be inoperative unless it shall have been ratified as an amendment to the Constitution by conventions in the several States, as provided in the Con- stitution, within seven years from the date of the submis- sion hereof to the States by the Congress." 58 TOWN OF LEXINGTON And to vote on the following question: "Shall licenses be granted in this town for the sale therein of wines and malt beverages?" The polls will be open from two o'clock P. M. until eight o'clock P. M. And you are directed to serve this Warrant seven days at least before the time of said meeting as provided in the By-laws of the Town. Hereof, fail not, and make due return of this Warrant, with your doings thereon, to the Town Clerk, on or before the time of said meeting. Given under our hands, at Lexington, this twenty-ninth day of May, A. D. 1933. ROBERT P. TRASH CHARLES E. FERGUSON, JOHN E. GILCREAST, DANIEL J. O'CONNELL, JOHN A. LYONS, Selectmen of Lexington. CONSTABLE'S RETURN June 6, 1933. To the Town Clerk: I have notified the inhabitants of Lexington by posting printed copies of the foregoing Warrant in the Post Office, in the vestibule of the Town Office Building and six other public places in the Town, and by mailing a printed copy of the same to every registered voter in the Town seven days before the time of said meeting. Attest: PATRICK J. MAGUIRE, Constable of Lexington. ANNUAL REPORTS SPECIAL STATE ELECTION JUNE 13, 1933 59 The following election officers had been appointed by the Selectmen and were assigned to duty at the Town Precincts as follows: PRECINCT ONE Charles J_ Dailey Warden Mary A. Rowland Deputy Warden Bartlett J. Harrington Inspector George E. Foster Inspector Alfred Hayward Deputy Inspector Donald Cameron Deputy Inspector Roland E. Garmon Clerk Arthur W. Hughes Deputy Clerk PRECINCT TWO Irving B. Pierce Ezra F. Breed Victor Harmon Randall Richards George V. Morse Madeline J. Corbett John H. Dacey Frederick Connor Warden Deputy Warden Inspector Inspector Deputy Inspector Deputy Inspector Clerk Deputy Clerk Frederick H. Tuller Esther P. Graham James M. Ahearn Charles E. Moloy, Jr. Emma Hovey John Sweeney James L. McKenzie Samuel W. Wellington PRECINCT THREE Warden Deputy Warden Inspector Inspector Deputy Inspector Deputy Inspector Clerk Deputy Clerk 60 TOWN OF LEXINGTON PRECINCT FOUR Morton G. Hopkins Warden Howard Custance Deputy Warden Harry Frost Inspector Katherine Kiernan Inspector Irene Robinson Deputy Inspector Frank Maguire Clerk Margaret Kennedy Deputy Clerk The polls were declared open in each Precinct at two o'clock P. M. and remained open until eight o'clock P. M. at which time after due notice they were declared closed. The election officers were sworn to the faithful perform- ance of their duties. The total number of registered voters in each precinct as follows: Precint One Precinct Two Precinct Three Precinct Four Total Twelve hundred ninety-four Twelve hundred forty-five Twelve hundred thirty-five Twelve hundred forty-one (1294) (1245) (1235) (1241) Fifty hundred fifteen (5015) The ballots were counted by the election officers in each Precinct, the tally sheets and total vote sheets prepared by the Town Clerk being used. The ballots cast were counted, enclosed in envelopes, sealed, signed by the election officers, together with the un- used ballots, and delivered to the Town Clerk at his office. The Town CIerk and the members of the Board of Reg- istrars canvassed the results as follows: PRECINCT ONE Total number of votes cast four hundred Eve (405) Opposed Clara M. Burnes 78 Fannie A. Sanderson B7 Whitfield L. Tuck 68 ANNUAL REPORTS In Favor J. Frank Facey Judson Hannigan Elphege A. Phaneuf Blanks 304 301 296 107 1215 License "YES" 317 License "NO" 84 Blanks 4 405 PRECINCT TWO Total number of votes east four hundred thirty-eight (438) Opposed Clara M. Burnes 105 Fannie A. Sanderson 106 Whitfield L. Tuck 105 In Favor J. Frank Facey Judson Hannigan Elphege A. Phaneuf Blanks License "YES" . License "NO" Blanks 321 318 320 39 1314 313 121 4 438 PRECINCT THREE Total number of votes cast four hundred thirteen (413) Opposed Whitfield L. Tuck Clara M. Burnes Fannie A. Sanderson 90 93 91 61 62 TOWN OF LEXINGTON In Favor J. Frank Facey 303 Judson Hannigan 304 Elphege A. Phaneuf 300 Blanks 58 1239 License "YES" 294 License "NO" 109 Blanks 10 418 PRECINCT FOUR Total number votes cast three hundred sixty-eight (368) Opposed Clara M. Burnes 89 Fannie A. Sanderson 87 Whitfield L. Tuck 83 In Favor J. Frank Facey 268 Judson Hannigan 264 Elphege Phaneuf 259 Blanks 54 1104 License "YES" 263 License "NO" 97 Blanks 8 368 ANNUAL REPORTS TOTAL NUMBER OF VOTES CAST EACH PRECINCT Precinct One Precinct Two Precinct Three Precinct Four Four hundred five Four hundred thirty-eight Four hundred thirteen Three hundred sixty-eight 63 (406) (438) (413) (368) Sixteen hundred twenty-four (1624) A true record, Attest: JAMES J. CARROLL, Town Clerk. 64 TOWN OF LEXINGTON TOWN WARRANT COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS MIDDLESEX, SS. To either of the Constables of the Town of Lexington in said County, Greeting: In the name of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, you are directed to notify the inhabitants of the Town of Lex- ington, gwilifaed to vote in elections and in town affairs, to meet in the Cary Memorial Building, in said Lexington, on MONDAY, THE NINETEENTH DAY OF JUNE, 1933 at 8:00 o'clock P. M., then and there to act on the following articles: Art. 1 To receive the report of any Board of Town Officers or of any committee of the Town, and to appoint other committees. Art. 2. To see if the Town will accept the report of the Committee on the Revision of the Plumbing By -Laws of the Town, appointed October 31, 1932, adopt the by-laws on Plumbing and Gas Piping, and appropriate and assess money for the printing and publishing of said by-laws. Art. 3. To see if the Town will vote to rescind the ap- propriation of $2,107.81 for fire pensions passed at the an- nual Town Meeting, March 20, 1933, and appropriate and as- sess the sum of $1,107.81 for said account. Art. 4. To see if the Town will vote to rescind the vote passed at the Town Meeting, April 3, 1933, authorizing the installation of a sewer in Bedford Street, from Shirley Street northerly a distance of approximately 120 feet. ANNUAL REPORTS 65 Art. 5. To see if the Town will authorize the Selectmen to install sewers in the following streets: Bedford Street, from Tewksbury Street northerly a dis- tance of approximately 120 feet; Pinewood Street, from Summit Road northwesterly a dis- tance of approximately 241 feet; Cherry Street, from Taft Avenue northerly a distancs of approximately 180 feet; Cary Street, from Taft Avenue northerly a distance of approximately 270 feet; Taft Avenue from Massachusetts Avenue toward Charles Street a distance of approximately 1050 feet; and appropriate money for said sewer construction by direct appropriation or by transfer from other accounts. Art. 6. To see if the Town will vote to acquire from Sam Lippa of Lexington, Massachusetts, his rights in water pipe laid in Fottler Avenue in the year 1921 and pay him the sum of $392.54 therefor and to provide funds for same by direct appropriation or by transfer from other accounts. Art. 7. To see if the town will vote to establish a Water Department Assessments Account. Art. 8. To see if the Town will vote to install water mains in the following unaccepted streets, subject to the usual guarantee or the assessment of betterments and to take by emient domain the necessary easement therefor: Taft Avenue from Massachusetts Avenue toward Charles Street, a distance of approximately 1050 feet; Cherry Street from Taft Avenue northerly a distance of approximately 180 feet ; Cary Street from Taft Avenue northerly a distance of approximately 270 feet; Gleason Road from North Hancock Street to Dee Road, a distance of approximately 500 feet; Pine Knoll Road running parallel with the Bedford Town Line in a northerly direction, a distance of approximately 1520 feet; and provide funds for said installation by direct appropria- 66 TOWN OF LEXINGTON tion and by transfer from Water Department Surplus Ac- count, also to provide funds for other emergency construc- tion. Art. 9. To see if the Town will vote to replace the four inch water main in Bedford Street with a six inch main from Westview Street in a northerly direction a distance of ap- proximately 1500 feet, and provide funds for said replace- ment by direct appropriation. Art. 10. To see if the Town will vote to fix the salaries of the Town Clerk, Town Treasurer and Tax Collector to con- form to the vote on salary reductions passed March 20, 1933, at the Town Meeting. Art. 11. To see if the Town will vote to amend the Zon- ing By -Law and Zoning Map by changing from a C. 1 District to an M. 1 District the following described parcel of land owned by Robert L. Innis and Dougal McLennan: Beginning at a point in the southeasterly line of Grant Street, said point being northeasterly and distant about 158 feet from the northeasterly exterior line of Massachusetts Avenue, thence northeasterly by said Line of Grant Street distant 142.7 feet, thence south- easterly by land of Boston and Lowell Railroad Corpora- tion distant 139.4 feet, thence southwesterly by land of Town of Lexington distant 138.5 feet thence north- westerly by land of Caroline A. Harrington distant 140 feet to point of beginning. Art. 12. To see if the Town will authorize the necessary conveyances to straighten the boundary line of the East Lexington Playground and for that purpose will authorize the Selectmen to convey to Charles R. Joy, parcels 1 and 3 on a "Plan Showing Relocation of Playground Property Line, Lexington, Massachusetts, May 1, 1933, John T. Cosgrove, Town Engineer" on file in the office of the Town Clerk, in consideration of the conveyance to the town by the said Joy of parcel 2 on the said plan, the said land to be con- veyed by the town being part of the premises heretofore taken by eminent domain by the town from the estate of Ellen Stone, the officer in charge thereof having notified the Selectmen that in his opinion such land is no longer required for public purposes, or act in any manner relating thereto. Art. 13. To see if the Town will accept from Charles R. ANNUAL REPORTS 67 Joy a conveyance of land described as parcel 2 on a "Plan Showing Relocation of Playground Property Line, Lexington, Massachusetts, May 1, 1933, John T. Cosgrove, Town En- gineer" on file in the office of the Town Clerk, or act in any manner relating thereto. Art. 14. To see if the Town will vote to appropriate and assess the sum of $1,500 for the foreclosure and redemption of Tax Titles held by the Town. Art. 15. To see if the Town will vote upon petition of Daniel J. O'Connell to amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and map by changing from an R. 1 District to a C. 1 District the following described parcel of land: A triangular parcel of land bounded on the northwest by Fletcher Avenue distant 183.90 feet, on the south- west by Woburn Street distant 320.22 feet, and on the northeast by the Boston and Lowell Railroad Corpora- tion right of way distant 317.40 feet, containing about 27,994 square feet. Art. 16. To see if the Town will vote to amend the Code of By -Laws of 1922 by adding at the end of Article VI the following: "Section 8. Any board or officer in charge of a de- partment may, with the approval of the Selectmen, sell any personal property or material purchased for that department but no longer required by it and not exceed- ing three hundred dollars in value." Art. 17. To see if the Town will vote to appropriate and assess additional funds for the Welfare Department. And you are directed to serve this Warrant seven days at least before the time of said meeting as provided in the By-laws of the Town. Hereof, fail not, and make due return of this Warrant, with your doings thereon, to the Town Clerk, on or before the time of said meeting. 68 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Given under our hands, at Lexington, this twenty-ninth day of May, A. D. 1933. ROBERT P. TRASK, CHARLES E. FERGUSON, JOHN E. GILCREAST, DANIEL J. O'CONNELL, JOHN A. LYONS, Selectmen of Lexington. CONSTABLE'S RETURN June 6, 1933. To the Town Clerk: I have notified the inhabitants of Lexington by posting printed copies of the foregoing Warrant in the Post Office, in the vestibule of the Town Office Building and six other public places in the Town, and by mailing a printed copy of the same to every registered voter in the Town thirteen days before the time of said meeting. Attest: PATRICK J. MAGUIRE, Constable of Lexington. ANNUAL REPORTS 69 70 TOWN OF LEXINGTON SPECIAL MEETING OF TOWN MEETING MEMBERS OF PRECINCT TWO JUNE 19, 1933 Special Meeting of Town Meeting Members of Precinct Two for the purpose of electing a Town Meeting Member to complete the unexpired term of the late Clarence H. Cutler, vacancy caused by death, expiration of term, 1936. All Town Meeting Members of Precinct Two were notified by the Town Clerk of the time and meeting place for said election. The meeting was called to order by the Town Clerk at 7:45 o'clock P. M., Estabrook Hall. There were twenty-nine Town Meeting Members present from Precinct Two. William R. Greeley was duly nominated, seconded and elected to serve as Chairman of the Meeting. James J. Carroll was duly nominated, seconded and elected to serve as Clerk of the meeting. The following names were offered for election; William G. Potter Walnut Street Alfred L. Short Waltham Street Clyde E. Steeves 50 Hilltop Avenue The following tellers were appointed by the Chairman: Dana Wrightington Charles E. Ferguson Ballots were distributed for voting, with the results as follows: William G. Potter Received fourteen votes Alfred L. Short Received six votes Clyde E. Steeves Received six votes William G. Potter was declared as being elected as a Town Meeting Member of Precinct Two. Motion was made and seconded to dissolve the meeting at eight o'clock P. M. A true record, Attest: JAMES J. CARROLL, Town Clerk. June 20, 1933. To the Town Clerk: As per notification of my election as a Town Meeting Member of Precinct Two of June 19, 1933, 1 hereby accept said election. WILLIAM G. POTTER. ANNUAL REPORTS 71 4 SPECIAL TOWN MEETING JUNE 19, 1933 The meeting was called to order by the Moderator, Robert H. Holt, at 8:12 P. M., with 110 Town Meeting Members present. Town Clerk, James J. Carroll, proceeded with reading of the warrant, until further reading of same was waived. Selectman Mr. Trask under article 1 offered the follow- ing: Voted: That a Committee of three be appointed by the Moderator, one of which shall be the Moderator, to arrange a series of lectures as provided by the wills of Eliza Cary Farnham and Susanna Cary. Carried unanimously 8:13 P. M. Committee appointed : Mrs. Henry D. Love, Rev. R. Mitchell Rushton, Robert H. Holt. Under article 1, the following report was offered by Mr. Rowse, Chairman of The Appropriation Committee: The Appropriation Committee submits its report covering the following Articles in the Town Warrant for the meeting on Monday, June 19, 1933, at 8 o'clock P. M. Article 2. Approved Article 3. Approved Article 5. Approved. To be transferred from Sewer Assessment Account to Sewer Construction Account Article 6. Approved. To be transferred from Water Department Available Surplus Account Article 7. Approved Article 8. Approved $253.00 1,107.81 72 TOWN OF LEXINGTON • To be appropriated and assessed and $3,150 to be trans- ferred from the Water Department Available Surplus Ac- count. The above amounts cover Gleason Road from North Han- cock Street to Dee Road a distance of approximately 500 feet, and Pine Knoll Road running parallel with the Bedford Town Line in a northerly direction a distance of approximately 1520 feet, and $800 to be appropriated and assessed for in- stallation in other streets where emergency construction be- comes necessary. Article 10. Approved Town Clerk's salary $1,615.00 Town Treasurer's salary 665.00 Collector of Taxes 1,942.50 Article 14. Approved $1,500.00 Article 17. Approved 10,000.00 Approved for Committee, A. E. ROWSE, Jr., Chairman. Mr. Lamont makes motion which was seconded, that re- port of the Appropriation Committee be accepted. Unanimous 8:16 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moves to take up article 2. Under article 2, Selectman Mr. Ferguson states, the Com- mittee appointed October 31, 1932, for the Revision of the Plumbing By -Laws of the Town were ready to present their report. Selectman Mr. Trask moves that article 2 be presented in three parts, (First), Voted: That the Town accept the report of the Committee on the Revision of the Plumbing By -Laws of the Town, appointed October 31, 1932. Unanimous 8:20 P. M. 475.00 (Second) Voted : Further that the Plumbing By -Laws as presented by said Committee be and the same hereby are adopted by the Town. Question by Mr. W. R. Greeley if said By -Laws could not be read. 392.54 1,200.00 ANNUAL REPORTS 73 Reply same were very lengthy, which would consume considerable time. Discussion regarding printing and publishing of same. Suggestion by Mr. C. E. Hadley, that the reading of same be postponed until after such time, that said By -Laws had been published whereby all interested in the Town would have had an opportunity to consider them. (Third) Voted: That the sum of $253.00 be appropriated and assessed for the purpose of printing and publishing said By -Laws. Third part only unanimous 8:25 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moved to take up article three in two parts as follows: Voted: That the vote passed at the annual Town Meeting, March 20, 1933, appropriating $2,147.81 for fire pensions be rescinded. Carried unanimously 8:26 P. M. and further voted that the sum of $1,107.81 be appropriated and assessed for the fire pensions account. Carried unani- mous 8:26 P. M. Under article 4, Selectman Mr. Trask offered the follow- ing vote: Voted: That the vote passed at the Town Meeting, April 3, 1933, authorizing the installation of a sewer in Bedford Street, from Shirley Street northerly a distance of approxi- mately 120 feet, be rescinded. Carried unanimous 8:27 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moved to take up article 5, offer- ing the following motion: Voted: That the Selectmen be au- thorized to install a sewer in Bedford Street, from Tewks- bury Street northerly a distance of approximately 120 feet. Carried unanimous 8:28 P. M. .And Voted: That the Selectmen be authorized to install a sewer in Pinewood Street from Summit Road northwesterly a distance of approximately 241 feet; and for the purpose of said construction $475 be transferred from the sewer as- sessment account to the sewer construction account. Carried unanimous 8:29 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moved to take up article 6, offering the following: Voted: That Sam Lippa of Lexington, Mass., be reimbursed the sum of $392.54 for his rights in water pipe laid in Fattier Avenue in the year 1921 and that the 74 TOWN OF LEXINGTON sum of $392.54 be transferred from the Water Department Available Surplus Account for said reimbursement. Carried unanimous 8:31 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moved to take up article 7, offering the following: Voted: That the Selectmen be authorized to establish a new account to be called Water Department Con- struction Assessments to which will be credited the receipts from assessments for water department construction where betterments are charged. Carried unanimous 8:35 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moved to take up article 8, offering the following: Voted: That the Board of Selectmen be au- thorized to install water mains, not less than six inches in diameter and subject to the usual guarantee or the assess- ment of betterments, and to take by emient domain the necessary easement therefor in the following streets: Gleason Road from North Hancock Street to Dee Road a distance of approximately 500 feet and for the purpose of said construction and installation of water mains the sum of $1,200 be appropriated and assessed. Carried unanimous 8:39 P. M. And further voted : Pine Knoll Road running parallel with the Bedford Town Line in a northerly direction, a distance of approximately 1520 feet; and the sum of $3,150 be trans- ferred from the Water Department Available Surplus Ac- count, and further voted that the Selectmen be authorized and empowered to install water mains in other streets where emergency construction becomes necessary and for that pur- pose the sum of $800 is hereby appropriated and assessed. Declared carried 8:41 P. M. Above decision doubted, Moderator asking doubters to raise hands, enough having raised their hands to warrant a rising Mote, the Moderator appointed the following tellers for counting: In Favor 19 33 16 68 Carried 8:43 P. M. Tellers Dr. Walsh Mr. Merriam Mr. H. Webster Opposed 4 17 2 23 ANNUAL REPORTS 75 The part concerning the $800 to be appropriated and as- sessed, was carried unanimous at 8:45 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moved to take up article 9, at the same time asking for indefinite postponement of this article, which was carried unanimously at 8:46 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moved to take up article 10, offering the following: Voted: That the following salaries be fixed to conform with the vote on salary reductions passed March 20, 1933, at the Town Meeting as follows: Town Clerk Town Treasurer Collector of Taxes Salary $1,615.00 Salary 665.00 Salary 1,942.50 Carried unanimous 8:47 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moves to take up article 11. The following vote was offered by Francis E. Burke : Voted: That the Zoning By -Law and Zoning Map of the Town of Lexington be amended by changing from a C. 1 District to a M. 1 District the following described parcel of land owned by Robert L. Innis and Dougal McLennan, namely: Beginning at a point in the southeasterly line of Grant Street, said point being northeasterly and distant about 158 feet from the northeasterly exterior line of Massachusetts Ave., thence northeasterly by said line of Grant St. distant 142.7 feet, thence southeasterly by land of Boston and Lowell Railroad Corporation distant 139.4 feet, thence south- westerly by land of Town of Lexington distant 138.5 feet, thence northwesterly by land of Caroline A. Harrington distant 140 feet to point of beginning. Explanations and reasons given by Mr. Burke why change should be made. J. Henry Duffy, Chairman of The Planning Board offered and read the following report: In the matter of the petition of the A. G. Davis Ice 76 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Company (Robert L. Innis) asking that the Zoning Law be amended so that the status of the land of the Company on the southeasterly side of Grant Street, abutting lands of the Boston and Maine Railroad, Town of Lexington, and Caroline A. Harrington may be changed from a C. 1 to an M. 1 Dis- trict, the Planning Board as required by law held a hearing in the Selectmen's Room, June 5, 1933, and reports to the town as follows: The petitioner stated at the hearing that in the event the town votes to change the status of this parcel of land from a C. 1 or business district to an M. 1 or manufacturing district, he purposes building an artificial ice making plant with an initial daily capacity of 25 tons, with accomodations capable of materially increasing this capacity should the circumstances require it. The plans presented by the petitioner contemplate the removal of the present wooden buildings and the erection of a brick building abutting Grant Street to accomodate the ice making machinery and various storage and loading areas. Mr. Innis stated at the hearing that he was a citizen of Billerica where he conducts an ice business similar to that in Lexington on Grant Street, where natural ice is hauled from the railroad to the premises, stored, reloaded on trucks and distributed to the trade. Under the plan proposed, artificial ice would be manu- factured by the mechanical conversion by compression of a large quantity of ammonia, a colorless, pungent, suffocating gas, and then its reconversion in recurring cycles of com- pression and expansion until consumed in the process. In the main, the machinery would be operated by electricity. While under the plans presented modern methods would be employed and recognized safeguards adopted to guard against the escape of the noxious gas developed in the pro- cess, the industry is regarded by the courts as of the so- called "heavy" industry and under our present zoning Iaw the Board doubts as to whether, should the town vote to change the area from a C. 1 to an M. 1 district, the business of artificial ice manufacturing could be lawfully conducted therein, since in M. 1 Districts light manufacturing only may be conducted. Wholly apart from this, should the town act favorably ANNUAL REPORTS 77 upon the petition, there would be created in this centrally located parcel of relatively small area a district in which there would be permitted any of the uses customarily allowed in M. 1 Districts. The town has already established two relatively large districts for manufacturing, one located in East Lexington abutting the railroad on the northeast side and extending a considerable distance towards the centre of the town the other being in North Lexington adjoining the railroad on the northeast side near Westview Street. The Board understands from the statements of the pe- titioner that the elements of haulage are not serious factors in the conduct of the artificial ice business and would infer that the location of a plant in either of the manufacturing districts now established introduces no serious objections in so far as the factor of distance is concerned. In view of all the circumstances, the Board is of the opinion and so recommends to the town that the petition be not granted, chiefly for the following reasons: 1. The granting of petitions amending the Zoning Laws so as to permit in isolated areas of relatively small extent, uses separate and distinct from those in adjoining areas will in the long run develop into "Spot" zoning, resulting in the ultimate instability of and depreciation of property values. 2. The M. 1, or manufacturing districts already estab- lished and at present not used for these purposes are, in the opinion of the Board, of ample size and conveniently located for enterprises of this character to accommodate the needs of the town for many years and for these reasons we do not favor the creation of other districts of similar character. Respectfully submitted, J. HENRY DUFFY, WILLIAM MILNE, EDWARD W. KIMBALL, C. E. GLYNN, SHELDON A. ROBINSON. June 19, 1933. 78 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Mr. Burke's motion as presented was placed before the meeting, the following tellers having been appointed by the Moderator for counting with the following result: In Favor 10 27 8 45 Tellers Schofield Merriam Webster Declared lost 8:58 P. M. Opposed 8 25 14 47 Selectman Mr. Trask moves to take up article 12, offering the following: Voted: That the town convey to Charles R. Joy, in consideration of the simultaneous conveyance by him to the town of parcel No. 2 on the Plan hereinafter referred to, the following described parcels of land in that part of Lexington known as East Lexington, and bounded and de- scribed as follows: Parcel No. 1 beginning at a stone bound near Sickle Brook thence northwesterly distant 11.00 feet to a stone bound, thence northwesterly distant 136.00 feet to a stone bound, thence northwesterly distant 30.00 feet to a stone bound, thence northwesterly distant 52.80 feet to a stone bound, thence northwesterly distant 40.30 feet to a point, thence southeasterly by two courses distant about 267 feet to a point, thence southwesterly distant about 4 feet to the point of beginning, containing about 864 square feet. Parcel No. 3 beginning at a stone post said stone post being 105.01 feet northeasterly of the northeasterly line of Massachusetts Avenue, thence northeasterly distant 23.50 feet to a point, thence southeasterly distant 22.80 feet to a point, thence northeasterly distant about 13 feet to a point, thence northwesterly distant about 31 feet to a point, thence southwesterly distant 29.35 feet to the point of beginning, containing about 534 square feet. The said two parcels are shown as Parcel No. 1 and Par- cel No. 3 on a plan entitled "Plan showing relocation of play- ground property line, Lexington, Mass. May 1, 1933, John T. Cosgrove, Town Engineer," the officer in charge thereof having notified the Selectmen that in his opinion such land is no longer required for public purposes. ANNUAL REPORTS 79 Carried unanimous -9 :01 P. M. Further Voted: That the Board of Selectmen or a ma- jority of them be and they hereby are authorized and di- rected in the name of and on behalf of the Town to execute and deliver a deed thereof to the said Charles R. Joy. Car- ried unanimous — 9 :02 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moves to take up article 13, offer- ing the following: Voted, That the Town accept from Charles R. Joy a conveyance of land described as parcel 2 on a "Plan showing relocation of playground property line, Lexington, Mass. May 1, 1933, John T. Cosgrove, Town Engineer." Carried unanimous -9:03 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moves to take up article 14, offer- ing the following: Voted: That the sum of $1500 be ap- propriated and assessed for the foreclosure and redemption of Tax Titles held by the Town. Carried unanimous -9:04 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moves to take up article 15, offer- ing the following: Voted : That this article be indefinitely postponed. Carried unanimous -9:05 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moves to take up article 16, offer- ing the following: Voted, That the Code of By -Laws of 1922 be amended by adding at the end of Article VI the following: "Section 8. Any board or officer in charge of a depart- ment may, with the approval of the Selectmen, sell any per- sonal property or material for that department but no longer required by it and not exceeding three hundred dollars in value." Carried unanimous -9:07 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moves to take up article 17, offering the following: Voted: That the sum of $10,000 be appropri- ated and assessed for the Welfare Department. Carried unanimous -9:10 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moves the meeting be dissolved. Unanimous -9:11 P. M. A true record, Attest: JAMES J. CARROLL, Town Clerk. 8D TOWN OF LEXINGTON TOWN WARRANT COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS MIDDLESEX, SS. To either of the Constables of the Town of Lexington, in said County, Greeting: In the name of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, you are directed to notify the inhabitants of the Town of Lex- ington, qualified to vote in elections and in town affairs, to meet in the Cary Memorial Building, in said Lexington, on MONDAY, THE FOURTEENTH DAY OF AUGUST, 1933, at 8:00 P. M., then and there to act on the following articles: Art. 1. To receive the report of any Board of Town Offi- cers or of any Committee of the Town, and to appoint other Committees. Art, 2. To see if the Town will vote to name Stedman Road, the street beginning at a point in Allen Street, said point being easterly and distant 400 feet from Waltham Street and running in a northerly direction toward Marrett Road (formerly known as Middle Street). Art. 3. To see if the Town will vote to transfer the bal- ance of the account New Headquarters Fire Station, Archi- tects' Plans and Contractors' Bids, to the Excess and De- ficiency Account. Art. 4. To see if the Town will authorize the Selectmen to take by eminent domain the necessary easement for the construction of a trunk sewer in approximately the following location: ANNUAL REPORTS 81 Beginning at the Arlington -Lexington boundary line at the terminus of the new Metropolitan District Sewer on or near the property of the Boston & Maine Rail- road and running just easterly of said railroad and in general parallel therewith, crossing Bow Street and Fottler Avenue and extending to intercept the present outfall sewer, a distance of approximately 3800 feet, to a width of twenty feet on each side of the said location. Art. 5. To see if the Town will accept the report of the Committee on the Revision of the Plumbing By -Laws of the Town, appointed October 31, 1932, adopt the by-laws on Plumbing, substantially as printed in the Lexington. Minute - Man of August 4, 1933, and provide funds for the printing and publishing of said by-laws by appropriation or by trans- fer from other funds. Art. 6. To see if the Town will authorize the Selectmen to install sewers in the following streets: Richard Road from Plymouth Road westerly a distance of approximately 300 feet, and appropriate money for said sewer construction by direct appropriation or by transfer from other accounts. Art. 7. To see if the Town will vote to install water mains in the following unaccepted streets, subject to the usual guar- antee or the assessment of betterments and to take by emi- nent domain the necessary easement therefor: Richard Road, from Plymouth Road westerly a distance of approximately 300 feet; Blake Road, from Eaton Road to Simonds Road a distance of approximately 240 feet; Eaton Road, from the present end to Blake Road a dis- tance of approximately 180 feet; and provide funds for said installation by direct appropria- tion or by transfer from other funds. Art. 8. To see if the Town will authorize the Board of Selectmen to construct a new standpipe on land of the Town near the present standpipe and provide for the payment of the cost thereof, in whole or in part, by the issue of bonds or notes of the Town, or by direct appropriation, or by a loan 82 TOWN OF LEXINGTON under the National Industrial Recovery Act, so called, and to see if the Town will authorize the proper officers of the Town to apply for such a loan and do all things necessary to obtain such a loan in accordance with said National Industrial Re- covery Act, so called, and Chapter 366 of the Acts of 1933, or any other pertinent statutes. Art. 9. To see if the Town will authorize the Board of Selectmen to construct a trunk line sewer beginning at a point near Bow Street extending northerly parallel to the Boston and Maine Railroad to intercept the present outfall sewer at a point near the East Lexington Railroad Station, a distance of approximately 3000 feet, and provide for the payment of the cost -thereof, in whole or in part, by the issue of bonds or notes of the Town, or by direct appropriation, or by a loan under the National Industrial Recovery Act, so called, and to see if the Town will authorize the proper officers of the Town to apply for such a loan and do all things neces- sary to obtain such a loan in accordance with said National Recovery Act, so called, and Chapter 366 of the Acts of 1933, or any other pertinent statutes. And you are directed to serve this Warrant seven days at least before the time of said meeting as provided in the By -Laws of the Town. Hereof, fail not, and make due return of this Warrant, with your doings thereon, to the Town Clerk, on or before the time of said meeting. Given under our hands, at Lexington, this twenty-fifth day of July, A. D. 1933. ROBERT P. TRASH, JOHN E. GILCREAST, CHARLES E. FERGUSON, DANIEL J. O'CONNELL, JOHN A. LYONS. Selectmen of Lexington. ANNUAL REPORTS CONSTABLE'S RETURN August 14, 1933. 83 To the Town Clerk, I have notified the inhabitants of Lexington by posting printed copies of the foregoing Warrant in the Post Office, in the vestibule of the Town Office Building and six other public places in the Town, and by mailing a printed copy of the same to every registered voter in the Town nine days before the time of said meeting. Attest: PATRICK T. MAGUIRE, Constable of Lexington.. S4 TOWN OF LEXINGTON SPECIAL TOWN MEETING AUGUST 14, 1933 The Meeting was called to order by the Moderator, Robert H. Holt, at 8:13 P. M. There were one hundred and seventeen Town Meeting Members present. The Town Clerk, James J. Carroll, read the Warrant for the meeting until further reading was voted by the Town Meeting Members to be waived. The Town Clerk continued by reading the Constable's Return of the Warrant for the Meeting. Under article 1, Frederic L. Fischer, for the Appropriation Committee, offered the following report; covering the arti- cles of the Warrant for the meeting: Article 5. Approved Article 6. Approved $1,200 to be transferred from Sewer Assessment Account to Sewer Construction Account Article 7. Under article secured as a loan Recovery Act. Under article secured as a loan Recovery Act. $60.00 1600.00 8 we approve the sum of $40,000.00 to be in accordance with. the National Industrial 9 we approve the sum of $46,000.00 to be in accordance with the National Industrial Respectfully submitted, FREDERIC L. FISCHER. For the Committee. ANNUAL, REPORTS 85 Selectman Mr. Trask moved that the above report be ac- cepted. Carried unanimously -8:15 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moved to take up article 2, offer- ing the following: Voted: That the street beginning at a point in Allen Street, said point being easterly and distant 400 feet from Waltham Street and running in a northerly direction toward Marrett Road (formerly known as Middle Street) be named Stedman Road. Carried unanimously - 8:18 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moved to take up article 3, offer- ing the following: Voted: That the sum of $500.00, the bal- ance of the account New Headquarters Fire Station, Archi- tects' Plans and Contractors' Bids, be transferred to the Ex- cess and Deficiency Account. Carried unanimously 8 :19 P.M. Selectman Mr. Trask moved to take up article 4, offering the following: Voted: That the Selectman be authorized to take by eminent domain the necessary easement for the construction of a trunk line sewer in approximately the fol- lowing location: Beginning at a point within the Boston and Lowell Rail- road Corporation Right of Way, said point being at or near the Arlington -Lexington town line, thence northwesterly distant about 200 feet to a point, said point being north- easterly and distant about 20 feet from the northeasterly line of the Boston and Lowell Railroad Corporation Right of Way, thence northwesterly distant about 600 feet to a point in the center line of Bow Street, said point being north- easterly and distant 212.96 feet from the northeasterly line of Massachusetts Avenue, thence North 70° 50' 38" West distant 223.94 feet to a point, thence North 64° 13' 38" West distant 299.51 feet to a point, thence North 26° 35' 38" West distant 182.73 feet to a point, thence along the center line of Brandon Street and said center line extended North 65° 22' 08" West distant 1190.88 feet to a point, thence South 35° 52' 52" West distant 215.96 feet to a manhole in the present sewer outlet near the East Lexington Railroad Station, all as shown on a plan entitled, "Plan of Proposed Sewer Outlet, Lexington, Massachusetts, August 7, 1933, Scale 1 in. -100 feet, John T. Cosgrove, Town Engineer," to. a width of twenty feet on each side of the said location. Carried unanimously 8:22 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moved to take up article 5, offering 86 TOWN OF LEXINGTON the following: Voted: That the Plumbing By -Laws as pre- sented at the Town Meeting, June 19, 1933; in the report of the Committee on the Revision of the Plumbing By -Laws of the Town appointed October 31, 1932, be adopted substan- tially as printed in the Lexington Minute -Man of August 4, 1933, and that the sum of $60.00 be appropriated and as- sessed to provide funds for a part of the printing and pub- lishing of said by-laws. Questions by Mr. Walter Black regarding various heating systems, and the changing over of same. .Answered by Chairman of Committee, Charles E. Fer- guson. Chairman Mr. Ferguson,stated may be necessary to make some amendments to the articles already printed, at that time offering an amendment to article 9 of the Plumbing By -Laws, to be inserted in the thirteenth line, the words in bell and spigot, so as to read, thusly: "All joints in bell and spigot cast iron pipe shall be made with oakum and molten lead run full and caulked gas and water tight." Mr. Hutchinson stated that he had not had an oppor- tunity to read said By -Laws as published, moving that the above article be laid upon the table. Mr. Hutchinson's motion was presented and carried unan- imously --8:34 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moved to take up article 6, offering the following: Voted: That the Selectmen be authorized to install a sewer in Richard Road, from Plymouth Road wester- ly, a distance of approximately 300 feet, and for the purpose of said installation and construction $1.,200.00 be transferred from the Sewer Assessment Account to the Sewer Construc- tion Account. Carried unanimously 8:36 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moved to take up article 7, offering the following: Voted: That the Board of Selectmen be au- thorized to install water mains, not less than six inches in diameter and subject to the usual guarantee or the assess- ment of betterments and to take by emient domain the necessary easements therefor in the following unaccepted streets: Richard Road, from Plymouth Road westerly a dis- tance of approximately 300 feet; estimated cost $450.00. ANNUAL REPORTS 87 Blake Road, from Eaton Road to Simonds Road, a dis- tance of approximately 240 feet; estimated cost $1,150.00. Eaton Road, from the present end to Blake Road, a dis- tance of approximately 180 feet; and for the purpose of said installation and construction the sum of $1,600.00 be ap- propriated and assessed. Carried unanimously 8:38 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moved to take up article 9, offering the following: Voted: That the Board of Selectmen be authorized to construct a trunk line sewer beginning at a point near Bow Street extending northerly parallel to the Boston and Maine Railroad to intercept the present outfall sewer at a point near the East Lexington Railroad Station, a distance of approximately 3000 feet, and for the purpose of constructing said sewer the Board of Selectmen be au- thorized to apply for a loan under the National Industrial Recovery Act, so called, and Chapter 366 of the Acts of 1933, or any other pertinent statutes. Carried unanimously --- 8:48P. M. Further voted that for the purpose of providing for the payment of the cost of said sewer construction, there be ap- propriated the sum of $46,000.00 and- the Town Treasurer with the approval of the Selectmen be authorized to borrow the sum of $46,000.00 and to issue bonds or notes therefor payable in accordance with law. Moderator Mr. Holt appointed the following tellers for a two-thirds count, with the following results: Yes 25 41 24 90 Tellers Mr. Norris Mr. Webster Mr. Barton Declared and carried 8:52 P. M. No 0 6 0 6 Selectman Mr. Trask asks if any provisions were to be made for further printing of new Plumbing By -Laws. Answered none. Selectman Mr. Trask moves to take up article 8, offering the following: Voted: That the Board of Selectmen be au - 88 TOWN OF LEXINGTON thorized to construct a new standpipe on land of the Town near the present standpipe, and for the purpose of con- structing said standpipe the Board of Selectmen be author- ized to apply fora loan under the National Industrial Re- covery Act, so called, and Chapter 366 of the Acts of 1933, or any other pertinent statutes, and further: Voted: That for the purpose of providing for the payment of the cost of said standpipe, there be appropriated the sum of $40,000.00 and the Town Treasurer with the approval of the Selectmen be authorized to borrow the sum of $40,000.00 and to issue bonds or notes therefor payable in accordance with law. General discussion from various speakers, with full ex- planations by Selectman Mr. Trask. Mr. Rucker offered the following motion as an amend- ment: Voted : That the matter contained in this article be re- ferred to the Selectmen with instructions to secure estimates of the cost of a tank to hold 1,500,000 gallons of water. Above motion was presented and declared lost. Unani- mous -9:47 P. M. Selectman Mr. 'Mask's original motion as presented was voted upon in two parts, the first part being carried unani- mously 9:48 P. M. The second part as follows: Further voted: That for the purpose of providing for the payment of the cost of said stand pipe construction, there be appropriated the sum of $40,000.00 and the Town Treasurer with the approval of the Selectmen be authorized to borrow the sum of $40,000.00 and to issue bonds or notes therefor payable in accordance with Iaw. The same tellers were appointed with the following result: Yes Tellers No 22 46 Mr. Norris Mr. Webster 22 Mr. Barton 90 Declared carried -9:49 P. M. 0 4 0 4 ANNUAL REPORTS 89 Selectman Mr. Trask moved that meeting be adjourned, whereby the Moderator, Mr. Holt, declared the meeting dis- solved. Unanimous -9:50 P. M. A true record, Attest: JAMES J. CARROLL, Town Clerk. 90 TOWN OF LEXINGTON AMENDMENT TO BY-LAWS Adopted at Town Meeting, March 20, 1933 Lexington, Mass. March 21, 1933. Votes as passed under articles 12 and 13 of Town Meet- ing, held March 20, 1933, Lexington, Mass. Art. 12. Voted : That the town rescind its vote of June 20, 1932 amending Article VIII of the Code of By -Laws of 1922. Carried unanimously 9:25 P. M. Art. 13. Voted: That the town amend Article VIII of the Code of By -Laws of 1922 by adding at the end thereof the following : "Section 2. The provisions of Section 1 shall not apply to any ex- tension of water mains made in accordance with General Laws, Chapter 80 with respect to the assessment of betterments." Carried unanimously 9:27 P. M. I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy of Articles 12 and 13 of the Warrant for a Town Meeting held March 20, 1933, and of the votes passed under said articles as the same appears of record. Attest: JAMES J. CARROLL, Town Clerk Boston, Mass., March 28, 1933. The foregoing by-law is hereby approved JOSEPH E. WARNER, Attorney General ANNUAL REPORTS 91 AMENDMENT TO BY-LAWS Adopted at Town Meeting, June 19, 1933 Lexington, Masa., August 8, 1933. Article 16. To see if the Town will vote to amend the Code of By -Laws of 1922 by adding at the end of Article 6 the following: "Section 8. Any board or officer in charge of a department rnay, with the approval of the Selectmen, sell any personal property or material purchased for that de- partment but no longer required by it and not exceeding three hundred dollars in value." Article 16. Voted: "Section 8. Any board or officer in charge of a department may, with the approval of the Se- lectmen, sell any personal property or material for that de- partment but no longer required by it and not exceeding three hundred dollars in value." Carried unanimously — 9 :67 P. M. I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true copy of Ar- ticle 16 of the Warrant for a Town Meeting held June 19, 1933, and the vote passed under said article as the same appears of record. A true record, Attest: JAMES J. CARROLL, Town Clerk. Boston, Mass., August 11, 1933. The within amendment to by-laws is hereby approved. JOSEPH E. WARNER, Attorney -General. 92 TOWN OF LEXINGTON TOWN WARRANT COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS MIDDLESEX, SS. To either of the Constables of the Town of Lexington, in said County, Greeting: In the name of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, you are directed to notify the inhabitants of the Town. of Lexing- ton, qualified to vote in elections and in town affairs, to meet in the Cary Memorial Building, in said Lexington, on MONDAY, THE SIXTEENTH DAY OF OCTOBER, 1933 at 8 P. M. then and there to act on the following articles : Art. 1. To receive the report of any Board of Town Offi- cers or of any Committee of the Town, and to appoint other Committees. Art. 2. To see if the Town will adopt the by-laws on Plumbing, substantially as printed in the Lexington Minute - Man of August 4, 1933, and provide funds for the printing and publishing of said by-laws, by transfer from other funds. Art. 3. To see if the Town will vote to appropriate money to be expended under the direction of the Selectmen, to pro- vide for surveys of the drainage areas of the town, and to provide said money by transfer from the Excess and De- ficiency Account. Art. 4. To see if the Town will vote upon petition of Daniel J. O'Connell to amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and map by changing from an R.1 District to a C.1 District the following described parcel of land: ANNUAL REPORTS 93 A triangular parcel of land bounded on the north- west by Fletcher Avenue distant 183.90 feet, on the southwest by Woburn Street distant 320.22 feet, and on the northeast by the Boston and Lowell Railroad Cor- poration right of way - distant 317.40 feet, containing about 27,994 square feet. Art. 5. To see if the Town will vote upon petition of Neil McIntosh to amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and may by changing from an R.1 District to a C.1 District the following prescribed parcel of land: All or any part of property numbered 259 Bedford Street, and lots adjacent thereto, being lots 30, 31, 32, 33 and 34 on plan of Sunnyfield, Lexington, Mass., as shown on sub -division plan 9475B recorded in Land Court Registration Court, a copy of which is filed with Middlesex South Registry of Deeds, Land Registration Division, said plan being sub -division plan of land shown on plan 9475A filed with certificate of title No. 27001, in said Registry. Art. 6. To see if the Town will vote to install water mains in the following unaccepted streets, subject to the usual guarantee or the assessment of betterments and to take by emient domain the necessary easement therefor: Fair Oaks Drive from the present end northerly a distance of approximately 175 feet; Fair Oaks Terrace from Fair Oaks Drive north- westerly a distance of approximately 475 feet. Art. 7. To see if the Town will vote to transfer from the Excess and Deficiency Account additional funds for the Wel- fare Department. Art. 8. To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Selectmen to install a street light in Gleason Road. And you are directed to serve this Warrant seven days at least before the time of said meeting as provided in the By -Laws of the Town. Hereof, fail not, and make due return of this Warrant, with your doings thereon, to the Town Clerk, on or before the time of said meeting. 94 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Given under our hands, at Lexington, this twenty-sixth day of September, 1933. ROBERT P. TRASK, JOHN E. GILCREAST, CHARLES E. FERGUSON, DANIEL J. O'CONNELL, JOHN A. LYONS, Selectmen of Lexington. CONSTABLE'S RETURN October 13, 1933. To the Town Clerk: I have notified the inhabitants of Lexington by posting printed copies of the foregoing Warrant in the Post Office, in the vestibule of the Town Office Building and six other public places in the Town, and by mailing a printed copy of the same to every registered voter in the Town 11 days before the time of said meeting. Attest: PATRICK J. MAGUIRE, Constable of Lexington. ANNUAL REPORTS SPECIAL TOWN MEETING OCTOBER 16, 1933 95 Held October 16, 1933, Robert H. Holt, Moderator, pre- siding. Meeting was called to order at 8:10 P. M. There were 148 Town Meeting Members present. James J. Carroll, Town Clerk, read the Warrant for the meeting until further reading was waived, unanimous vote. The Town Clerk read the Constable's Return of the Warrant. Selectman Mr. Trask moved to take up article 1. Under article 1, Mr. Rowse, Chairman of the Appropria- tion Committee offered the following as being approved by the Committee: Article 2. The sum of $72.00 be transferred from the Excess & Deficiency Account to provide funds for the publishing of Town Plumbing By -Laws Article 3. $1,000.00 be transferred from the Excess & De- ficiency Account to provide for part of drain- age area survey Article 6. Approved no amount of money mentioned Article 7. $12,000.00 be transferred from the Excess & De- ficiency Account to the Welfare Department Selectman Mr. Trask moved to take up article 3, offering the following: Voted: That the Board of Selectmen be au- thorized to arrange for a complete survey of the drainage areas of the Town at a cost of $6,000, and that $1,000 be now transferred from the Excess and Deficiency Account to provide for a part of said survey. Carried unanimous - 8.24 P. M. 96 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Selectman Mr. Trask moved to take up article 4. Selectman Mr. D. J. O'Connell read and offered the follow- ing motion : Voted : That the Town amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and map by changing from an R.1 to a C.1 District the following described parcel of land: "A triangular parcel of land bounded on the northwest by Fletcher Avenue distant 183.90 feet, on the southwest by Woburn Street distant 320.22 feet, and on the northeast by the Boston and Lowell Railroad Corporation right of way distant 317.40 feet, containing about 27,994 square feet." Mr. O'Connell spoke stating various reasons why change should be made. Mr. J. Henry Duffy, Chairman of the Planning Board read the following report, on above change: On the petition of Daniel J. O'ConnelI that the Lexington Zoning By -Laws be amended by changing the triangular parcel of land bounded by Fletcher Avenue, Woburn Street and the right-of-way of the Boston and Lowell Railroad Corporation from an R.1 District to a C.1 District, the Plan- ning Board in accordance with the provisions of the Zoning By -Law has held a duly advertised hearing. This action has been taken at the insistence of the petitioner although the Planning Board has three times previously considered the matter and the Town Meeting has three times previously de- nied the petition, the last time as recently as April of this year. The Planning Board has not altered its opinion in the matter and again unanimously recommends to the Town that this change be not approved. No new conditions have appeared to favor the making of such a change. On the contrary certain conditions have appeared which make the maintenance of the present zoning status seem even more desirable. 1. The Russell House property, formerly vacant and for sale has now been converted to single family residence use by its owner. 2. Owing to current business conditions the occupancy ANNUAL REPORTS 97 and use of mercantile buildings in the business zones already established in Lexington are believed to have become less profitable. The opposition of the Planning Board to the proposed change is based upon two fundamental considerations which are regarded as of great importance in their bearing upon the economy and future development of the Town. The areas already set apart for business use are in our judgment not only conveniently located but ample for many years to come. The Board is not unmindful of the necessity which may, from time to time arise, when the public conven- ience may require amendments to the Zoning Law to permit of the reasonable and proper use of land. The Board however believes that the creation of zones in which uses other than those originally contemplated are permitted will generally and in the long run, do tend inevitably to spotty and blighted development and impair existing business and residential values. The Board believes that no public need exists to re- quire the new business area petitioned for. The particular parcel of land named in this petition is located in proximity to the main street and between two other streets and a railroad right of way in an area where radical changes are ultimately inevitable, which will involve considerable damages if the land is occupied by business buildings or uses. It is located between one area in which the town has a heavy investment in public buildings of ex- ceptional dignity and another in which it has a heavy in- vestment in school plant. To permit the development in this wedge, of a business use is not only to add to the traffic haz- ards to which the school children and others are exposed, but is to prejudice the Town's opportunity for an attractive and harmonious development along its principal thorough- fare without burdensome costs. If not used for residence purposes it should remain an open space until such time as the development is fixed or a civic use for it is found. To the plea that the owner cannot profitably use the ground under its present zoning, the Planning Board and the Town may rightfully answer that the owner acquired the property in its present zoning status, without any commit- ment implied or otherwise, that the Town was prepared to change its status on his request. Surely, the Town, if it values its opportunities to protect itself under the Zoning By -Law cannot afford to grant to any owner of peculiarly 98 TOWN OF LEXINGTON located or otherwise unusable tracts the privilege of business or other special uses, unless such uses are justified in the public good. Signed, 3. HENRY DUFFY, SHELDON A. ROBINSON, WM. D. MILNE, C. EDWARD GLYNN, EDWARD W. KIMBALL, E. F. SCHEIBE. October 16, 1933. Selectman Mr. O'Connell stated he was ready to make certain changes, referring to the building of a new street, and would sign an agreement, drawn up by the Town Coun- sel, in reference to changes to be made at this point. Selectman Mr. Trask spoke in favor of the change, and read the agreement, as drawn up by the Town Counsel. Mr. Francis Chamberlain spoke in opposition to the change moving that the article be indefinitely postponed. Indefinite postponement carried unanimously -8:48 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moves to take up article 2, offering the following: Voted: That the Plumbing By -Laws, substan- tially as printed in the Lexington Minute -Man of August 4, 1983, be and the same hereby are adpoted as Plumbing By - Laws of the Town. And further voted, that the sum of $72.04 be transferred from the Excess and Deficiency Account to provide funds for the printing and publishing of said By -Laws. Questions by Mr. Walter Spellman. Selectman Mr. Trask mentioned the fact this was the third time said Plumbing By -Laws had been presented to the Town Meeting Members and hoped same would be accepted. On a two-thirds vote, the following result was obtained: Yes 26 52 30 ANNUAL REPORTS 99 Tellers Nichols Redman Miller No 4 7 0 108 11 Carried -9:00 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moved to take up article 5. Under article 5, Mr. Francis Burke, read and offered the following motion: Voted: That the Lexington Zoning By - Law and map be amended by changing from an R.1 District to a C.1 District the following described parcel of land, namely, A certain parcel of land numbered 259 in the street num- bering of Bedford Street, being lots 30 and 31 on Plan of Sunnyfield, Lexington, Massachusetts, as shown on sub- division plan 9475E recorded in the Land Court Department of Middlesex Registry of Deeds, a copy of which is filed with Middlesex South District Registry of Deeds, said plan being a sub -division of land shown on plan 9475A filed with Cer- tificate of Title No. 27001 in said Registry. Remarks by Mr. F. E. Burke, expressing himself as to why change should be granted. J. Henry Duffy, Chairman of the PIanning Board reads the following report: Report of Planning Board on petition for a change in the Zoning By -Law by Miss Mary A. Whalen and Neil McIntosh, 259 Bedford Street, Lexington. Acting on the petition of Miss Mary. A. Whalen, Neil McIntosh and others, to amend the Lexington Zoning By - Law and map by changing from an R.1 to a C.1 District the plot of land at 259 Bedford Street, described as follows: Lots numbered 30, 31, 32, 33 and 34 on plan of Sunnyfield, Lexington, Massachusetts, as shown on sub -division plan 9475B recorded in Land Court Registration Court, a copy of which is filed with Middlesex South Registry of Deeds, Land Registration Division, said plan being sub -division plan of 100. TOWN OF LEXINGTON land shown on plan 9475A, filed with certificate of title No. 27001, in said Registry. The Planning Board has, in accordance with the pro- visions of the Zoning By -Law, held a duly advertised hearing and after careful consideration now reports to the Town. The purpose upon which this petition is based is that of the operation of an establishment, for the serving of meals to transients and for their accommodation as overnight guests; which, being without question a business enterprise, is not allowable, under the provisions of the Zoning By -Law, in an R.1 or residential district. The petition is signed by a large number of residents and property owners within an area which was designated by the Board, and at the public hearing no persons appeared in opposition. In the opinion of the Board, this petition, so far as this intended use is concerned, has no serious objection; the Board has also taken into consideration the fact that the property referred to is contiguous to an existing business area, which, however, was established by the Town contrary to the recommendation of the Planning Board, and is at present used as a golf driving range. The Planning Board, however, feels that the operation of a business of this particular character does not necessarily warrant the establishment of a business zone which, when once established, allows its use for general commercial pur- poses. Similar businesses are known to be in operation else- where in the Town in non -conformity with the Zoning Law ; which, with this as a precedent, could reasonably be urged as sufficient excuse for the establishment of still other C.1 Districts. Such action would be directly subversive of the intent of the Zoning By -Law. It is conceivable in this particular section or elsewhere on Bedford Street that at some future time a 0.1 Zone may be required. Previous to such necessity the Planning Board does not recommend the change petitioned for. Provisions for the operation of tea rooms should be accomplished by other means; and it is the purpose of the Board to present, at the ANNUAL REPORTS 101 earliest opportunity, an amendment to the Zoning By -Law which will permit this and otherspecific non -conforming uses, subject to proper safeguards, in otherwise restricted areas of the Town. The Planning Board therefore does not approve the amendment to the Zoning By -Law covered by this petition. J. HENRY DUFFY, SHELDON A. ROBINSON, WM. D. MILNE, C. E. GLYNN, EDWARD W. KIMBALL, E. F. SCHEIBE. Lexington, Mass., October 16, 1933. Remarks by Mr. P. A. Northrup, speaking in favor of the change be made. The vote as presented by Mr. Burke, had the following result : Yes 9 38 4 51 Tellers Nichols Redman Miller Declared lost at 9:20 P. M. No 19 31 19 69 Selectman Mr. Trask moves to take up article 6, offering the following motion: Voted: That the Board of Selectmen be authorized to install water mains, not less than six inches in diameter, in the following unaccepted streets, subject to the assessment of betterments and to take by emient domain the necessary easement therefore; Fair Oaks Drive from the present end northerly a dis- tance of approximately 175 feet; Fair Oaks Terrace from Fair Oaks Drive northwesterly a distance of approximately 475 feet. 102 TOWN OF LEXINGTON After explanations by Selectman Mr. Trask, the above vote was carried unanimously -9:22 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moves to take up article 2, the second part of the vote, which was not included in the origi- nal vote, at the time the original vote was voted upon, as follows : And further voted, that the sum of $72.00 be transferred from the Excess and Deficiency Account to provide funds for the printing and publishing of said By -Laws. Carried unani- mously -9:24 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moves to take up article 7, offering the following: Voted: That the sum of $12,000.00 be trans- ferred from the Excess and Deficiency Account to the Wel- fare Department. After explanations by Selectman Mr. Trask, the above vote was carried unanimously --.9:28 P. M. Under article 8, Selectman Mr. Trask asked for indefinite postponement, same being carried unanimously -9:29 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moves meeting adjourn. Moderator Mr. Holt declares meeting dissolved. Unani- mous -9:30 P. M. A true record, Attest: JAMES J. CARROLL, Town Clerk. ANNUAL REPORTS 103 TOWN WARRANT COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS MIDDLESEX, SS. To either of the Constables of the Town of Lexington, in said County, Greeting : In the name of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, you are directed to notify the inhabitants of the Town of Lexington, qualified to vote in elections and in town affairs, to meet in the Cary Memorial Building, in said Lexington, on FRIDAY, THE FIRST DAY OF DECEMBER, 1933 at 7:45 o'clock P. M., then and there to act on the following articles: Art. 1. To receive the report of any Board of Town Officers of any Committee of the Town, and to appoint other Committees. Art. 2. To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Selectmen to install street lights in Grant Street, Lockwood Road and Byron Avenue. Art. 3. To see if the town will vote to authorize the Treasurer, with the approval of the Selectmen, to extend as much as is necessary of the revenue loans of 1933 for a period not to exceed six months beyond the maximum term provided by law for an original revenue loan, under au- thority of and in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 3 of the Acts of 1933, or take any action relative thereto. Art. 4. To see if the town will vote to authorize the Town Treasurer, with the approval of the Selectmen, to re- fund any or all of the revenue notes issued in anticipation of the revenue of the year 1933, in accordance with the pro - 104 TOWN OF LEXINGTON visions of Section 17, Chapter 44, General Laws; any debt so incurred to be paid from the revenue of the year 1933. Art. 5. To see if the town will vote to instruct the Se- lectmen to install a water main in the following street: Hill Street, a 12 inch main, from the present end near the Lexington Golf Club to Sargent Street, a dis- tance of approximately 1600 feet. Art. 6. To see if the Town will vote to transfer funds from the Board of Health Account to the Interest Account. And you are directed to serve this Warrant seven days at least before the time of said meeting as provided in the By -Laws of the Town. Hereof, fail not, and make due return of this Warrant, with your doings thereon, to the Town Clerk, on or before the time of said meeting. Given under our hands, at Lexington, this twenty-first day of November, A. D. 1933. ROBERT P. TRASK, CHARLES E. FERGUSON, JOHN E. GILCREAST, DANIEL J. O'CONNELL, JOHN A. LYONS, Selectmen of Lexington. Town Meeting Members Attention : The Selectmen regret the necessity of calling this meet- ing but the financial reputation of the town is at stake and we must have action by the Town Meeting Members on this date. Your attention is called to the fact that the hour of the meeting is 7:45 P. M. This should allow for adjournment by 8:00 P. M. and will not interfere seriously with other engagements that evening. Your co-operation will be ap- preciated. ROBERT P. TRASK, Chairman, Board of Selectmen. ANNUAL REPORTS CONSTABLE'S RETURN November 23, 1933. To the Town Clerk : 105 I have notified the inhabitants of Lexington by posting printed copies of the foregoing Warrant in the Post Office, in the vestibule of the Town Office Building and six other public places in the Town, and by mailing printed copy of the same to every registered voter in the Town eight days before the time of said meeting. Attest: PATRICK J. MAGUIRE, Constable of Lexington. 106 TOWN OF LEXINGTON SPECIAL TOWN MEETING DECEMBER 1, 1933 At eight o'clock P. M., Moderator Mr. Holt took the count of the Town Meeting Members present, to determine if a quorum were present, the result of the count was eighty-four Town Meeting Members present, whereby the Moderator de- clared a recess, until more Town Meeting Members arrived. At eight twenty o'clock P. M. the meeting was again called to order by the Moderator, with one hundred eight Town Meeting Members present. The Town Clerk, James J. Carroll, read the Warrant for the Meeting, until further reading was waived. The Town Clerk, read the Constable's return for the Meeting. Selectman Mr. Trask moved to take up article one. Under article one, Mr. Rowse, Chairman of the Appropri- ation Committee, read the following articles as being ap- proved: Article 2. Article 3. Article 4. Article 5. Article 6. Approved. Approved. Approved. Approved. Indefinitely postponed. 8:23 P. M. Under article 2, Selectman Mr. Trask offered the follow- ing motion: Voted: That the Board of Selectmen be au- thorized to install street lights in Grant Street, Lockwood Road and Byron Avenue. Carried unanimously 8:23 P. M. Under article 3, Selectman Mr. Trask moved for indefinite postponement. Unanimous 8:24 P. M. ANNUAL REPORTS 107 Under article 4, Selectman Mr. Trask offered the follow- ing motion: Voted: That the Town Treasurer, with the ap- proval of the Selectmen, be and hereby is authorized to refund any or all of the revenue notes issued in anticipation of the revenue of the year 1933, in accordance with the pro- visions of Section 17, Chapter 44, General Laws ; any debt so incurred to be paid from the revenue of the year 1933. Car- ried unanimously -8:30 P. M. Under article 5, Selectman Mr. Task offered the following motion: Voted: That the Board of Selectmen be authorized and instructed to install a twelve inch water main in Hill Street, from the present end near the Lexington Golf Club to Sargent Street, a distance of approximately 1600 feet. Carried unanimously -8:33 P. M. Under article 6, Selectman Mr. Trask moved for indefinite postponement. Carried unanimously -8:34 P. M. Selectman Mr. Trask moved the meeting be adjourned. Moderator Mr. Holt declared the meeting dissolved — 8:35 P. M. A true record, Attest : JAMES J. CARROLL, Town Clerk. 108 TOWN OF LEXINGTON TOWN WARRANT COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS MIDDLESEX, SS. To either of the Constables of the Town of Lexington, in said County, Greeting: In the name of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, you are directed to notify the inhabitants of the Town of Lexing- ton, qualified to vote in erections and in town affairs, to meet in their respective voting places in said town. Precinct 1, Emerson Hall Precinct 2, 3 and 4, Cary Memorial Hall On Friday, the Twenty -Second Day of December, A. 11 1933 at 3 o'clock P. M., then and there to act on the following articles: Art. 1. Shall licenses be granted in this town for the sale therein of all alcoholic beverages (whisky, rum, gin, malt beverages, wines and all other alcoholic beverages) ? YES 0 NO ❑ Art. 2. Shall licenses be granted in this town for the sale therein of wines and malt beverages (wines and beer, ale and all other malt beverages) ? YES ❑ NO 0 Art. 3. Shall licenses be granted in this town for the sale therein of alcoholic beverages in taverns ? YES ❑ NO D ANNUAL REPORTS 109 The polls will be open at 3:00 P. M. and will remain open until 8:00 P. M. And you are directed to serve this Warrant seven days at least before the time of said meeting as provided in the By -Laws of the Town. Hereof, fail not, and make due return on this Warrant, with your doings thereon, to the Town Clerk, on or before the time of said meeting. Given under our hands, at Lexington, this twelfth day of December, A. D. 1933. ROBERT P. TRAS K, CHARLES E. FERGUSON, JOHN E. GILCREAST, DANIEL J. O'CONNEILL, JOHN A. LYONS, Selectmen of Lexington. CONSTABLE'S RETURN December 14, 1933. To the Town Clerk: I have notified the inhabitants of Lexington by posting printed copies of the foregoing Warrant in the Post Office, in the vestibule of the Town Office Building and six other public places in the Town, and by mailing printed copies of the same to every registered voter in the Town eight days before the time of said meeting. Attest: PATRICK J. MAGUIRE, Constable of Lexington. 110 TOWN OF LEXINGTON SPECIAL TOWN ELECTION DECEMBER 22, 1933 In pursuance of the foregoing warrant the legal voters of the Town of Lexington met in their respective voting places in said Town on Friday, December the twenty-second in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred thrity-three at three o'clock in the afternoon. The following places were designated as the voting places for the various precincts: Precinct 1, Emerson Hall; Pre- cinct 2, 3 and 4, Cary Memorial .Hall. The following election officers having been duly appointed by the Selectmen, and Wardens of the various precincts were assigned for duty as follows: PRECINCT ONE Charles J. Dailey Warden Mrs. Mary A. Rowland Deputy Warden Bartlett J. Harrington Inspector George E. Foster Inspector Alfred Hayward Deputy Inspector Donald Cameron Deputy Inspector Roland E. Garmon Clerk Arthur W. Hughes Deputy Clerk PRECINCT TWO Irving B. Pierce Warden Ezra F. Breed Deputy Warden Victor Harmon Inspector Randall Richards Inspector George V. Morse Deputy Inspector Madeline J. Corbett Deputy Inspector John H. Dacey Clerk Frederick Connor Deputy Clerk ANNUAL REPORTS 111 PRECINCT THREE Frederick Tuilar Warden Bessie G. Davis Deputy Warden James M. Ahearn Inspector Katherine Vaughan Inspector Emma Hovey Deputy Inspector Esther Graham Deputy Inspector James L. McKenzie Clerk Samuel W. Wellington Deputy Clerk PRECINCT FOUR Howard Custance Warden William E. Mulliken Deputy Warden Harry Frost Inspector Katherine Kiernan Inspector Irene Robinson Deputy Inspector Frank Maguire Clerk Margaret T. Kennedy Deputy Clerk The polls were declared open in each precinct at three o'clock P. M. and remained open until eight o'clock P. M., after which time after due notice, they were closed. The election officers were sworn to the faithful perform- ance of their duties. The ballots were counted by the election officers in each precinct, the tally sheets and total sheets prepared by the Town Clerk being used. The total registration of voters in each precinct was as follows: Precinct One Precinct Two Precinct Three Precinct Four 1150 (One thousand one hundred and fifty) 1128 (One thousand one hundred and twenty-eight) 1199 (One thousand one hundred and ninety-nine) 1150 (One thousand one hundred and fifty) Total 4627 (Four thousand six hundred and twenty-seven) The ballots cast were counted, enclosed in envelopes, sealed, signed by the election officers, together with the unused ballots, and delivered to the Town Clerk at his office. 112 TOWN OF LEXINGTON The Registrars of Voters and the Town Clerk canvassed the result as follows: Precinct One Ballots Cast Precinct Two Ballots Cast Precinct Three Ballots Cast Precinct Four Ballots Cast 278 (Two hundred and seventy-eight) 331 (Three hundred and thirty-one) 352 (Three hundred and fifty-two) 287 (Two hundred and eighty-seven) Total 1248 (One thousand two hundred and forty-eight) Question 1. Shall licenses be granted in this town for the sale therein of all alcoholic beverages (whisky, rum, gin, malt beverages, wines and all other alcoholic beverages) ? Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Prec. 4 Total Yes 163 128 172 161 624 No 112 202 177 126 617 Blanks 3 1 3 0 7 Question 2. Shall licenses be granted in this town for the sale therein of wines and malt beverages (wines and beer, ale and all other malt beverages) ? Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Prec. 4 Total Yes 168 148 187 166 668 No 102 172 160 115 549 Blanks 8 11 5 7 31 Question 3. Shall licenses be granted in this town for the sale therein of alcoholic beverages in taverns? Prec.1 Prec.2 Prec.3 Prec. 4 Total Yes 143 87 123 114 • 467 No 128 236 222 160 746 Blanks 7 8 7 13 35 A true record, Attest : TAMES J. CARROLL, Town Clerk. TOWN CLERK'S REPORT 113 114 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Fees collected and transferred to the Town for year 1933. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK Lexington, Mass., December 31, 1933. HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN, LEXINGTON, MASS, Town Clerk. Marriage licenses __...___..„_„_...__,.... .____......,... $152.00 Recording and discharging mortgages ...m._........._.._....r. 233.64 Copies, Birth, Death and marriage certificates ..__ 15.50 Pole locations _ .,.........„.,_._ ._.._..... 5.25 Miscellaneous ........,_._._.__„ _„ 3.50 $409.89 Respectfully submitted, JAMES J. CARROLL, Gentlemen: Following is the Town Clerk's Report for the year 1933, covering licenses and fees collected ; Number of Dog licenses issued 880 Number of Dog Kennel licenses issued _ 1 Total issued._... _... 881 Number of Dog licenses made void 8 Total...... 873 Number of Resident Citizens' Sporting licenses issued..... 75 Number of Resident Citizens' Hunting licenses issued..... 124 Number of Resident Citizens' Fishing licenses issued.._. 86 Number of Female and Minor Fishing licenses issued._... 14 Number of Resident Citizens' Trapping licenses issued_. 3 Number of Minor Trapping licenses issued. 2 Number of Duplicate licenses issued..__.__.._._...._..__......w 4 Number of Resident Citizens' Sporting licenses issued Free------------ ._m 6 314 Number of licenses made void, Hunting 2 Number of licenses made void, Fishing 2 Number of licenses made void, Trapping 1 5 5 rota issued 809 TOWN CLERK'S REPORT 115 BIRTHS RECORDED FOR THE YEAR 1933 Whole Number Recorded, 146 JANUARY Date Name Parents 1 Edward Stanbrook Alfred J, and Lillian E. (Cheshrough) Stanbrook 5 Carl Campbell, Jr. Carl M. and Marie C. (Mangelli) Campbell 5 Ethlyn Ilene Carpenter William J. and Ethlyn I. (Cole) Carpenter 6 Frederick William Horton, Jr. Frederick W. and Elsie (Veno) Horton 7 Frank Eugene Goodwin Joseph and Charlotte (Chapman) Goodwin 7 — Anderson Frank A. and Gladys F. (Andrews) Anderson 8 Ann Elizabeth Macintosh John and Lillian (Crosby) Macintosh 9 Ita Elizabeth Hanna William J. and Josephine (Smith) Hanna 10 Patricia Lee MacDonald Alva R. and Rosalie B. (Culpepper) MacDonald 14 Richard Ryan Wesinger Alfred G. and Elsie M. (Ryan) Wesinger 16 Mary Theresa Cataldo Ciriaco and Mary A. (Trebino) Cataldo 22 Miriam Margaret Moakley Robert P. and Mary E. (Peake) Moakley 24 Anne Marie Callahan Paul L. and Florence M. (MacGillivray) Callahan 24 Charles Henry Tracey Francis D. and Mary (Calnan) Tracey 25 Charles Harold Black, Jr. Charles H. and Ruth V. (Callahan) Black 116 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 28 Agnes Frances Ahearn James M. and Ellen (O'Rourke) Ahearn 30 Carroll Patricia O'Neill Edward J. and Anna M. (Herendeen) O'Neill FEBRUARY 1 Phyllis Jean Cook Ralph L. and Ethel G. (Pike) Cook 1 Phyllis Marie Lichtenberg John C. and Alberta (Brown) Lichtenberg 5 — Pomposo Ralph and Sarah M. (Genetti) Pomposo 9 Lawrence Keene Roy D. and Genevieve (Rice) Keene 10 Ralph James Lund Norman L. and Hazel (Cushman) Lund 11 Richard Alden Bradley William G. and Ruth J. (Blood) Bradley 11 James Kelso Mairs, 2nd David K. and Katherine M. (Delaney) Mairs 13 Vela Rosemary Feck Edward A. and Vela (Edwards) Peck 13 Donald Irving Conway Francis and Grace W. (Wilson) Conway 18 Ann Courtenay Laufman M. Miller and Marjorie (Dick) Laufman 20 Catherine Marie Corselli Anthony and Pauline (Luongo) Corselli 25 Elsie Christine Faulkner George L. and Elsie M. (Cook) Faulkner 26 Francis Joseph McDonough John T. and Annie J. (Doherty) McDonough 28 Ethel Ann Johnson Frank and Melissa (Kendall) Johnson MARCH 2 Mary Jane Coughlin Daniel F. and Marion R. (Leahy) Coughlin 3 6 Linda Jenney 6 Theresa Belle Coyne 13 John Edwin Trafford Thatcher and Phyllis (MacDougall) Jenney John J. and Annie (Lynch) Coyne Edwin R. and Leona (Wiggin) Trafford 16 Richard Stuart McIntosh Laurence D. and Charlotte (Brooks) McIntosh 19 Warren Herbert Wilson Herbert R. and Janice E. (Shumway) Wilson TOWN CLERK'S REPORT 117 23 Warren Ellis Lee Arthur N. and Blanche C. (Thomas) Lee 24 Ann Ferry Joseph J. and Gertrude A. (McNamara) Ferry 24 Claire Germaine Keenan John H. and Mary Ann (Dufresne) Keenan 24 Ann Dreselly Andrew and Lena G. (Louka) Dreselly 26 Barrie Lovell Irish Ernest R. and Muriel (Little) Irish 29 John Daniel Joseph Schlichte George A. and Agnes (Muldoon) Schlichte 30 Muriel Adeline Webb Edmund and Gertrude J. (Schwetzer) Webb APRIL 3 Nancy Carolyn Lindstrom Ernest A. and Betty N. (Carpenter) Lindstrom 5 Carol Eliot Julin Stanley G. and Dorthea (Hoxie) Julin 13 Elizabeth Mary White Ralph J. and Helen (Fullerton) White 18 Dorothy Virginia Cole Winthrop E. and Evelyn (Tyler) Cole 20 Diane Sweetser Douglas D. and Mildred E. (Downs) Sweetser 21 Albert William Koch August W. and Annie (Kaylee) Koch 21 Ruth Eleanor Berglund Ernest T. and Josephine (VanGemert) Berglund 21 Pasquale Umbrello Antonio and Mary (Gorgone) Umbrella 24 — Holman Walter and Catherine G. (Ryan) Holman 25 Barbara Jeanne Holbrook Ralph W. and Florence H. (Johnson) Holbrook 26 Jewell Marie Wallis Wellington and Florence L. (Cornell) Wallis 30 William Lee Cunningham Thurman D. and Olive P. (Warren) Cunningham MAY 1 Ronald Harvey Spaulding James E. and Martha 0. (Winter) Spaulding 2 Richard McDonnell Patrick H. and Anna G. (McGann) McDonnell 2 Beverley May Rymes Christopher E. and Marion L. (Brown) Rymes 118 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 3 Walter David Johnston David M. and Harriett R. (McKee) Johnston 5 Priscilla Smith Woodbury Roy M. and Gertrude (MacDonald) Woodbury 6 Herbert Russell Dalrymple Edward M. and Greta E. (Deojay) Dalrymple 12 Henry Sears Taliaferro Richard N. and Olive (Sears) Taliaferro 12 Richard Nelson Taliaferro, Jr. Richard N. and Olive (Sears) Taliaferro 12 — Stevens Peter H. and Angela M. (Fitzpatrick) Stevens 17 — Sexton John G. and Louise F. (Leary) Sexton 19 Dolores Diana Greene Arthur and Alberta (Tjravich) Greene 20 22 John Alphonso Sachetti John F. and Katherine C. (Flaherty) Sachetti 25 William Bertil Peterson, Jr. William B. and Mabel M. (Whiting) Peterson 26 Judith Ellen Loucks Irving A. and Mary (Williams) Loucks 27 Earl Clinton Folsom Earl and Hazel (Dalrymple) Folsom 29 Marilyn Hamilton James M. and Grace M. (Howley) Hamilton JUNE 2 Lawrence Elvidge Taylor Emil E. and Dorothy (Teague) Taylor 4 --- Littlewood Kenneth and Catherine (McCullough) Littlewood 8 Constance Ann Mayo Benjamin J. and Myrtle L. (Locke) Mayo 11 Stuart Barnard Merrill Harvey S. and Helen (Hutchinson) Merrill 17 Ralph Dattoli Edward G. and Susie (Crupi) Dattoli 24 Betty Lou Brenton Jahn W. and Ethel (Andrews) Brenton 26 Mary Neal William E. and Vera (Berry) Neal 28 Helena Frances Johnson George H. and Marguerite W. (Rees) Johnson TOWN CLERK'S REPORT 119 JULY 2 Lloyd Lambert Faulkingham Lloyd and Margaret (Gaffney) Faulkingham 3 Joanna Crosby Edward J. and Flora L. (Nielsen) Crosby 5 Winthrop Wendell Harrington, Jr. Winthrop W. and Lois (Potter) Harrington 6 Barbara Lynch William J. and Gertrude T. (McCormick) Lynch 6 — Voustselas Peter and Beatrice (Douseno) Voustseias 11 William M. Baker Ramon C. and Mary L. (McLearn) Baker 18 Armin Hoffman Edward P. and Mildred M. (Bornstein) Hoffman 21 Barbara Ann Rice Carl F. and Dorothy (Berwick) Rice 26 Ruth Elizabeth Day Benjamin W. and A. Elizabeth (Cosgrove) Day 26 John Edward Noonan Francis W. and Rose V. (Brady) Noonan AUGUST 2 Ruth Marian Johnson Earl V. and Olive M. ( Bridges) Johnson 3 George Morey George P. and Ruth (Winchester) Morey 6 Janet Ann MacGillivray Charles D. and Mary (Grant) MacGillivray 11 — Cliff Stanley E. and Alice (Cubbon) Cliff 14 Diana Madalein Hardy Sherman K. and Vera (Baker) Hardy 17 Mary Lou Ferry Manuel J. and Mary J. (McAvory) Ferry 27 Arthur Frederick Welch, Jr. Arthur F. and Mary F. (Roberts) Welch 27 — Zorella Anthony and Adeline (Napolitan) Zorella 28 Elizabeth Eleanor Baumgarten William and Cecile E. (Poirier) Baumgarten 29 Jean Helen Harris Gilbert and Winifred (Roberts) Harris 30 —Paladina Sebastian and Roselina (Vinciulla) Paladina 31 — Murray John and Rose M. (Mace) Murray 120 TOWN OF LEXINGTON SEPTEMBER 2 Ruth Loraine Tessier George E. and Daisy (Holt) Tessier 4 Robert Andrew Queen Robert C. and Hester (Nelson) Queen 6 Virginia Perkins Frank W. and Margaret J. (Ferry) Perkins 7 Nancy Lee Weisinger Wallace C. and Greta I. (Collicutt) Weisinger 7 William Joseph McDevitt William and Rose (O'Connor) McDevitt 7 Margaret Brennan William P. and Mary A. (Buckley) Brennan 11 Carol Duris Joseph F. and Alice J. (Moran) Duris 14 Robert Whittier Lee Robert C. and Geraldine (Whittier) Lee 16 Nelson Alvin Berry John N. and Ann (Wyman) Berry 28 George Frederic Royal George Frederic, Sr., and Marion (Cochrane) Royal 26 Janet Louise Lehan Charles J. Jr., and Charlotte L. (Kempsey) Lehan 27 Elena Theresa Sansaverino Genero and Palmina (DeVenezio) Sansaverino 30 Jacqueline Kelley John J. and Alice B. (Scannell) Kelley 1 Robert Lewis Lynch 1 Jesse Andrew Ferry 2 Donald Philip Richardson Noah S. and Marion A. (Smith) Richardson 2 Susie Marie Anderson Joseph E. A. and Susannah (Smith) Anderson 3 Diana Russell Warren E. and Janet (McLellan) Russell 5 Josephine Waters Stephen and Helen (Parise) Waters 12 Thomas Joseph Heaney, Jr. Thomas J. and Jennie (Snyer) Heaney 12 Barbara Elizabeth Blanchard Kendall and Elizabeth E. (Moulton) Blanchard OCTOBER John and Gladys (Yorke) Lynch John A. and Mildred C. (Egan) Ferry TOWN CLERK'S REPORT 121 12 Barbara Florence Hoxie Edmund P. and Marion C. (Dinwoodie) Hoxie 15 Walter Archibald Francis and Anna (Wynn) Archibald 17 — Burgess Warren A. and Florence M. (Hawley) Burgess 17 Marilyn Joan Chamberlain Charles M. and Mary(Penta) Chamberlain 18 --- Mason Joseph P. and Hazel E. (Caneasa) Mason 21 William Robert Cataldo Anthony and Concetta (Tribune) Cataldo NOVEMBER 3 Lois Marie Sullivan John J. and Helen T. (George) Sullivan 8 John William Blondiet Frank and Katherine (McCormick) Blondiet 13 William Arthur Milam Robert P. and Elsa C. (DeCoste) Milam 24 — Massey Frank W. and Bertha (Bolduc) Massey 26 William Henry Shanahan William H. and Ann M. (Moakley) Shanahan 26 Janet Martha Condrey Stephen A. and Mary G. (Butters) Condrey DECEMBER 6 Ruth Ellen Johansen William H. and Helen (Mahoney) Johansen 14 Mary Elizabeth Cotter Chester and Helen (Broughall) Cotter 17 11 21 23 29 Mary O'Rourke ---Redmond —Dattoli Bernard and Bridget (Phelan) O'Rourke James 0. and Mary L. (Cavagnaro) Redmond Alfred and Emily (Mafuccl) Dattoll 122 TOWN OF LEXINGTON MARRIAGES RECORDED FOR THE YEAR 1933 Whole number recorded for 1933, 84 Date Narae Jan. 2 Robert A. Asbjornson Anna May Sumner 3 James Joseph Ferguson Thelma Marie Cogswell 7 John Maynard Whittaker Ann Elizabeth Kidder 8 Harry Goloboy Rosalind Cowen 15 William E. H. Tilton Shirley L. Folsom 18 George F. Royal Marion Cochrane 20 Daniel P. Hurley, Jr. Ethel Louise Bignotti 31 Carl Wallace Terhune Irene Chaloner Feb. 11 Edward W. Cummings Anna Fellows Pridham 22 Harold Towne Wilson Dorothy Grace Brown 25 Ralph Joseph White Helen Fullerton Mar. 3 John James Moloy Mary Gertrude Canty 6 Wallace Goodwin Knights Kathryn Richards 11 Arthur Welieston Gates Etta Trenholm Residence Concord Lexington Cambridge Cambridge Lexington Newton Center Lexington Roxbury Danvers /Ipswich Bedford Lexington Somerville Lexington Lexington Jamaica Plain Allston Lexington Bronxville, N. Y. Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Arlington Billerica Lexington Lexington Lexington TOWN CLERK'S REPORT 18 Oliver Furbish Hooper Sally Hadleigh Smith 29 Ivan Harrison Smith Grace Irene Tuttle Apr. 4 Henry J. Nutt, Jr. Patricia Anna Russo 9 Edmund P. Hoxie Marion Cossar Dinwoodie 15 Gordon Payne Rowe Grace Renne 16 George Edward Davis Mary Margaret Hopkins 16 Donald Cole Osha Irene Louise Croake 18 Herbert Hilton Barraclough Vivian Morse Austin 23 Manuel Aruda Margaret Broughall May 28 William Edward Neal Veronica Elizabeth Berry June 10 John Henry Van Cleef Persis Hathaway 11 Carl F. Saunders Helen M. Berry 18 Roland Lucius Davis, Jr. Eleanor Tilton 22 Hazen Wolcott Hamlin Elizabeth Salome Foss 23 Earl Roosevelt Graves Alice Edith Kendall 24 Alton McLaren Phelps Lucille Sybil Nay 24 Albert M. G'reene Susan Hilda Mann 25 Anthony Santosuosso Dorothy Agnes Mason 25 August Witthus Annie Theresa Hurley Portland, Maine Lexington Lexington Boston Lexington Woburn Lexington Lexington Wallaston Lexington Lexington Jamaica Plain Randolph, Vermont Lexington Methuen Lexington Arlington Lexington Lexington Somerville Brooklyn, N. Y. Lexington New Bedford Lexington Elmira, N. Y. Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Springfield Ashland Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington 123 124 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 26 Carroll McKenzie Leone Mary Lydia Cady 28 Richard Hammond Moulton Dorothy Elizabeth Allis July 8 Richard Weldon Thorburn Dorothy Harriet Nickerson 10 Walter Henry Taft, Jr. Leonice Allan Shipp 15 Edgar Lester Mott Jean Aberdeen DesBarres 30 Alfred Frederick Dattoli Emily Alberta Maffucci 31 James Richard Cooper Vivian Cecilia Rita Johnson Aug. 9 Michael Joseph Christie Nancy Leydon 12 William Ambrose Freeman Sargent Dorothy Alma Stoddard 16 William Joseph Crehan Esther Catherine MacDonaId 18 Albert William Elliott, Jr. Margaret Jane Whittaker 19 Kenneth Thorn Weyant Ethel Laura Charlotte Peterson 20 Thomas J. Wollen Marian R. Welch 20 Algst Condrad Burgesson Karin Elizabeth Anderson 21 Albert McCulloch Berry Carolyn Julia Fischer Sept. 1 Cleveland Gilcreast Harriet Janice Williams 2 Norman Prescott Burnett Ina May Gassett 2 Francis Whitney Smith Alice Nourse 9 Wilbert McKinnon Gilman Mary Dorchester Hatch Lexington Lexington Lexington Arlington Somerville Lexington Arlington Lexington Pawtucket, R. I. Lexington Lexington Belmont Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Essex, Mass. Lexington Wilmington Newton Center Lexington Yorktown Hts, N. Y. Lexington Lexington Somerville Boston Lexington Eighty-four, Penn. Lexington Lexington Brookline Somerville Lexington Lexington Plaistow, N. 11. Newtonville Lexington TOWN CLERK'S REPORT 125 10 Frederico Sgrosso Lisa DeFelice 16 Frederic Leavitt Milliken, Jr. Anne Hathaway 18 Arthur Clifford Fletcher Ethel Geneva Trefrey 18 William A. Brown 24 27 30 30 Ruth M. Smith Christopher James Lester Dorothy Isabelle Barnes Joseph Lawton Fardy Mildred Chanonhouse Richard B. Lakeman Dorothy C. Sten William Setterlund Clara Mabel Melanson Oct. 1 Samuel Albert Moretti Henrietta M. Costanaz 2 Edward Benedict Caterino Mildred Ivarson 7 Robert W. Munch Clara A. Hamilton 11 James J. Toner Eleanor D. McManus 14 Arthur S. Tyler Mabel Wilbur (Smith) 15 Frank Rowland Zelck Nora Dorothy Armstrong 20 George C. Hatch, Jr. Dorothy Norris 21 Burton Hart Hoar Florence Emily Andrews 25 Lawrence Carroll Mary Lawson 28 Carl R. Sumner Helen Beatrice Terhune 29 Jacob Linsky Annie Lipsig Lexington Lexington Boston Lexington Lexington Somerville Malden Malden Arlington Lexington Lexington Cambridge Lexington West Roxbury Lexington Lexington Lexington Boston Arlington Lexington Arlington Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Dorchester Arlington Lexington Lexington Lexington Boston Lexington Lexington Belmont Lexington Lexington Dorchester Dorchester 126 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Nov. 6 John Crowley Anna McDonough 10 Frederick H. Capper Lillian A. Ross 14 Constantine G. Plakias Eleanor Fisher 23 Robert Trebino Rosanne Bass 26 Arol E. Maxner Edna Viola Dillman 29 Randolph Piper Helen Elizabeth Mac1{.night 30 William Shaffelburg Lola Jewell (Howe) Dec. 2 Russell Henry Lee Eleanor M. Gilford 16 Lewis Clayton Ellis Alice Haskell Snowden 16 Samuel Edgar Bazar], Jr. Elizabeth Ross Emerson 23 Charles Edward Heath Barbara Hansen 29 Gustave Sixten Berglund Gertrude Elin Lindquist 30 Ross Loring Trenholm Priscilla Stevens Moore Arlington Lexington Lexington Boston Arlington Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Everett Lexington Belmont Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Brookline Lexington Belmont Lexington Lexington Auburndale Lexington Boston Lexington Milton TOWN CLERK'S REPORT 127 DEATHS RECORDED FOR THE YEAR 1933 Including Stillbirths recorded as deaths, 108 Date Name 4 Patrick J. Crosby 7 Maude Estelle Melanson 8 Infant Anderson 10 Ann Elizabeth McIntosh 18 Emma T. Austin 19 Louise R. Yeager 23 Amy Thorp 23 Edward Stanbrook 26 Jessie Theodorea Day 27 Lillie Kirkbright JANUARY Age Yrs. Mw. Days Birthplace 58 Ireland 55 4 Rockport 1 Arlington 2 Lexington 31 3 12 Lexington 80 2 30 Newchatel, Switzerl'd 71 10 21 Stretford, England 23 Melrose 49 4 9 Hartford, Conn. 54 7 15 Ireland FEBRUARY 52 4 71 . 72 5 68 10 1 Elsa Wilhelmine Regestein 1 William Ropes 4 Osborne J. Gorman 7 Patrick James Moakley 8 — Pomposo 13 Bartholomew Connors 15 Infant Conway 5 Arthur Bryant 6 Ellen F. English 6 Rebecca Bornstein 9 Susan Blake Kelly 9 Laura Augusta Clark 9 Bertha Lawson 11 Ella F. Dana 15 Elias Watson White 20 Fred C. Richardson 27 Jamaica Plain New York, N. Y. Nova Scotia 25 Lexington 3 Lexington Ireland Lexington 67 2 MARCH 58 2 22 70 57 76 20 70 56 3 11 78 2 9 74 14 1 65 6 22 Waltham Bedford Russia E. Corinth, Vermont Toccoa, Georgia England Charlestown Nova Scotia Toledo, Ohio 128 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 24 Arthur Mulvey 26 26 Anna M. Wier 28 Charles Hugh Dempsey 29 Sarah Adelaide Richards 1 Amos Holman 6 Frances Western Sweetser 7 Selon Augustus Cook 11 Dorothy Snyer 13 Elizabeth Egan 15 Elizabeth Raymond Smith 20 Catherine T. Irwin 66 8 12 Cohasset 53 1 8 Germany 78 11 28 Jay, Maine 95 2 12 Portsmouth, N. H. APRIL 61 1 9 92 5 21 67 4 3 67 8 27 60 75 11 28 56 MAY 86 80 6 60 62 84 8 2 64 65 3 26 65 76 1 8 JUNE 16 11 62 3 29 86 9 3 1 63 62 6 6 60 11 9 70 6 20 74 3 87 2 8 1 57 4 9 JULY 62 38 1 John Patrick Byrnes 4 Sarah Lucinda Bowman VanNess 6 7 10 15 20 22 30 31 Joseph Tropeano William Baker Marcia Viola Nash Ellen L. Collins Clarence Houghton Cutler John J. McIntire Franklin M. Bradt 7 Leonard Bucher 8 Jacintho Sousa Condinho 11 Fred Lowell Davis 11 Henry S. Talioferro 12 Carl Olsen 13 Joseph C. Koch 15 Arthur Day 19 Georgie Lincoln Cotton 24 Amy Amelia Daniels 25 Amanda Caroline Payson 27 Infant Neal 27 Sarah Doherty 3 Marie Geiss 6 William F. Robinson Nova Scotia Worcester Chateaugay, N. Y. Holland Newburyport Boston Peabody Benedicta, Maine Macon, Georgia Italy Tancook, Nova Scotia Rockland, Maine Somerville Lexington Charlestown Charlestown Waltham Azores Lewiston, Maine Cambridge, Mass. Sweden Brooklyn, N. Y. W. Newfield, Maine Arlington Paradise, Nova Scotia Boston Boston England Germany Boston TOWN CLERK'S REPORT 12 Ethel E. Cole 14 Jennie G. Hoyt 27 Mabel A. Bowker 27 Frank Canisius 28 Charles DeVeau 30 Susan Cecilia Tracy 1 Emerette O. Patch 7 Mary Corey 8 Simon Latter 10 Arthur Taylor 27 31 52 72 51 71 71 42 AUGUST 7 13 2 2 8 3 3 23 g 26 89 4 24 80 56 3 20 50 4 3 SEPTEMBER Boston Chelsea England Germany Rockport, Mass. Concord, N. H. Boston Boston Nova Scotia Lawrence 129 2 Stanislaus Shamellis 46 Lithuania 9 Margaret Josephine Mackinon 80 3 27 Ireland 22 Anna E. Berry 52 Boston 24 Rose Barton Guillo 83 11 13 Cen. Barnstead, N. H. 29 Patrick Bruce Sherlock 2 6 27 Lexington OCTOBER 6 Donald Philip Richardson 10 James Henry Maloney 71 10 Lena Comstock Weed 66 19 George Washington Makechnie 84 19 Agnes Margaret Stone 83 30 Charles Francis Pierce 77 30 Flora Bell Day 53 4 9 16 4 4 2 23 1 9 5 19 11 21 NOVEMBER 3 Dr. Arthur Holmes Parker 7 Myrtle May Higgins 15 Clara Hill Brown 16 John Hanson 18 William Miskell 23 Mary A. Foster 26 Josephine Dalrymple 28 Walter Francis Butler 29 Isabella Jane Ray 65 8 57 3 23 87 7 29 82 6 1 64 68 6 2 79 5 23 72 2 16 59 11 29 Lexington Lexington New Canaan, Conn. Ripley, Maine Cambridge Chelsea Winthrop, Maine Winterport, Maine Corinth, Maine Hampden, Maine Sweden Brookline, Mass. Urbania, Nova Scotia Nova Scotia Charlestown East Boston 130 TOWN OF LEXINGTON DECEMBER 7 Bertha Crabtree Foss 8 11 Harriet A. Burrill 12 Josephine L. Legraw 14 Carroll Patricia O'Neill 16 Eleanor Grace Reimers 18 Julia Marie Tobin 19 Charles Mortimer Dowries 23 Joseph Swan 24 Grace Goodwin Merriam 26 Sarah A. Doiron 30 Mary Jane Sweet 31 Mary J. Shanahan 52 1 7 Hancock, Maine 70 Thoroughfare, Va. 45 8 2 Brighton, Mass. 14 Lexington 64 Fitchburg 66 Ireland 63 4 2 Warner, N. H. 71 Bramileld, Eng. 63 3 3 Lexington 57 Ireland 75 8 14 Cheshire, Mass. 71 Ireland C' H 4 enwriam CHARLES F. PIERCE Born May 11, 1856 Died October 30, 1933 Auditor 1904 to 1917. Town Accountant - 1917 to 1933. OSBORNE J. GORMAN Born August 30, 1860. Died February 4, 1933 Supt. Moth Department - 1915 to 1933. Forest Warden 1917 to 1931. Deputy Tree Warden 1923 to 1933. 132 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN Acting also as BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS BOARD OF HEALTH BOARD OF PUBLIC WELFARE BOARD OF SURVEY Robert P. Trask, Chairman Daniel J. O'Connell Charles E. Ferguson John E. Gilcreast John A. Lyons To THE CITIZENS OF LEXINGTON We are pleased to submit herewith a brief resume of the principal activities which have been carried on under the direction of this Board during the past year. It is with deep regret that we report the loss by death of two of the town's oldest and most faithful officials, Charles F. Pierce, Town Auditor and Accountant from 1904 until his death October 30, 1933, and Osborne J. Gor- man, for 18 years in charge of all tree work in the Town, who died February 4, 1933. In the appointment of John J. Garrity to succeed Mr. Gorman and James H. Russell as Town Accountant, we have secured for the Town the services of two exceptionally capable men whose qualifications for the respective posi- tions have already been amply demonstrated. Health Department. After a series of studies and hearings cohering a period of more than two years, the Selectmen completed a clarification and revision of the Health Regulations, which, SELECTMEN'S REPORT 133 with a few minor changes, have remained the same since 1923. Among the important changes was the regulation for- bidding the sale of raw milk except from certified herds, the requiring of a yearly license to keep swine, goats, poul- try, horses and cows anywhere in the Town, and the clari- fying of chapters relating to the control of communicable diseases and the construction of cesspools and septic tanks. Bids were received on a three year contract for the collection of garbage, and in spite of the fact that the num- ber of homes receiving this service has increased from 1426 to 2300 since the first contract was let three years ago, a much lower figure was secured with a net saving of $850. per year for the next three year period. A marked reduc- tion in the number of complaints seems to indicate that the work is also being done in a much more satisfactory manner. Street Lighting Survey. A special Committee consisting of Selectmen John E. Gilcreast, Town Engineer John T. Cosgrove, and Luther Putney, was appointed by the Board to make a survey of the street lighting system of the Town. This Committee made a complete survey of the entire system covering approximately 60 miles of lighted streets upon which are located 1100 lamps of various candle power. In this survey, each lamp was considered separately as to its proper location and efficiency. The Committee recommended : 1. As a safety factor to highway travel, no change be made in the candle power of any lamps; 2. In order to provide for requests for new street lights, transfers should be made of existing lights, 30 of which were found to be unnecessary, to new locations; 3. That the suspension of service at one o'clock be continued until such time as economic conditions warrant the return of all night service. 134 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Water Department. A special Committee was appointed by the Board to make a study of the Water Department and report on the probability of a reduction in water rates. This Committee consisted of Edwin B. Worthen, James G. Robertson and Frank M. Sheldon. The Committee presented to the Board a very valuable survey of the history of the Water Dept. from its beginning with a table of commitments and collections for the twelve years, 1920 to 1932, and a condensed financial statement for each of the years. The Committee recommended that any maintenance income remaining at the close of each year should be definitely used for replacements and for no other purpose. It was further recommended that certain larger users, mainly farmers, should receive some relief through a lowering of rates for excess consumption. With respect to any change in the charge to users of less amounts of water, further study will be made based on the income of 1933. The Water Department made only necessary extensions required for the construction of new houses during the year except for a twelve inch main in Tewksbury, Sargent, and Hill Streets for the purpose of reinforcing the system in the northwest portion of the Town and 1112 feet in Pine Knoll Road at the request of persons developing that area. At the Annual Town Meeting, on recommendation of the Board, it was voted to replace the old system of requir- ing bonds for new construction with a betterment charge based on the actual cost of constructing a six inch main, the same to be assessed against the abutting property owners. Liquor Licenses. By Act of the General Court following a revision of the United States Laws establishing an alcoholic content of 3.2 for legal beer and light wines, it became the duty of the Board of Selectmen to grant licenses for the sale of non - intoxicating liquors. Six licenses were granted for the sale of beer and light wines to be drunk on the premises and seven were issued not to be drunk on the premises. SELECTMEN'S REPORT 135 After the repeal of the 18th Amendment, a . special election was called by the Selectmen to obtain a vote by the citizens of the Town on the question of whether or not alcoholic liquors should be sold in Lexington. The Town having voted in the affirmative by a majority of seven, licenses were granted to two stores for the sale of alcoholic liquors of all kinds in bottles only, two drug stores, for the special druggists licenses, and three stores for the sale of beers and wines in bottles only. Public Welfare In the Public Welfare Department the sum of $79,770.38 was expended as follows: For Public Welfare under Chapters 117 & 118 $53,233.45 For Unemployment Relief ._.... _. __.... m 23,961.96 For Soldiers' Relief 2,574.97 Reimbursements from State, Cities, Towns and Indi- viduals consisted of $18,303.11; Reimbursements by the Federal Government, $12,858.60 ; and Contributions from Town Employees during the first six months of the year, $18,046.90. The net cost of relief rendered out of Town funds therefore was $30,561.77. The total number of families aided under the Welfare Laws was 187 representing 741 persons. In addition to this 130 families representing 545 persons were given Un- employment Relief to the extent of $3 per day for work performed under direction of the Park, Highway and Water Departments. All persons receiving aid direct from Public Welfare who were able to work were also required to work for money received. Special mention should be made of valuable services rendered to the Town without additional compensation by John J. Garrity, Supt. of Parks and Playgrounds, and William C. Paxton, Jr., Ass't. Supt. of Streets, as supervis- ors of all this extra work. Civil Works Administration In November, the President set aside $330,000,000. to be expended under a Civil Works Administration for the 136 TOWN OF LEXINGTON reemployment of men without jobs on projects within the Towns and Cities in which they lived, this to include all able-bodied men already receiving aid on the Public Welfare and Unemployment Relief. Lexington secured ap- proximately $30,000 to be spent before February 15, 1934, and the Selectmen have cooperated by establishing thirteen projects which have been carried on under the direction of regular Department heads. Among them were included installation of water mains, construction of sidewalks, widening and straightening highways, playground im- provement, topographical survey and map making. In order to use the entire sum given to the Town for labor, allotments have been made from various town departments appropriations totaling $4,290.00 to pay for material, sup- plies and truck hire. The expenditure of this money has undoubtedly saved the Town at least $8,000 which other- wise would have been spent from the tax levy for welfare work in November and December. Public Works Administration In July, President Roosevelt under the National Recovery Act, established a Public Works Administration with a sum of three billion three hundred million dollars to be expended on Public Works in every political unit in the country. Allotment was based on the approval of State and National Public Works officials and was obtainable in the form of a loan of 70 per cent and a grant of 30 percent. Lexington, under authority of a Special Town Meeting, applied for a loan and grant of $40,000 for the construction of a trunk line sewer from the Arlington Town Line to the East Lexington Railroad Station, and $46,000 for the erection of a 1,000,000 gallon standpipe on Concord Hill. The Selectmen, after finding that action on loans from the Federal Government would be held up for months pending investigation by the Legal Dept. of the Public Works Administration, immediately changed the application to a request for a grant only. This resulted in approval by the Federal authorities of the Sewer Project November 17, 1933 and the Water Tower Project December 29, 1933. Although badly handicapped by unprecedented cold weather, some progress has been made on the sewer con- SELECTMEN'S REPORT 187 struetion, and the water tower will be erected as soon as it is practical to construct the concrete foundation. Old Age Assistance This is the second year that the Old Age Assistance Act has been in operation. Thirty-three persons have received aid under this Act during the year. Ten applications were filed, all of which were personally investigated by a repre- sentative of the Old Age Assistance Bureau. Seven were granted and three were refused. The total number of per- sons being aided Dec. 31, 1933 was 25. The total amount distributed was $10,486.99. Parks and Playgrounds The Park Department has continued to make use of men who have been receiving Unemployment Relief and Welfare funds from the Town, some to carry on the usual routine work of the Department and others to cut brush and make available more land for park purposes. The major project of the Park Department during the year was the installation of a filter system at the swimming pool which keeps the water in a sanitary condition at all times and made a distinct saving in the maintenance cost of the pool, The swimming pool continues to be used by a large number of citizens of the Town, the total number this year being 1262. The adult use of the tennis courts con- tinues to increase so that the Selectmen have approved the addition of two more courts on the Center Playground and the construction of two courts on the newly acquired North Lexington Playground. A much needed improvement was made on the Battle Green where three quarters of an acre, a large part of which has regularly been brown and unattractive during the hot summer months, has been regraded, fertilized and seeded. The new North Lexington Playground was improved and used for the first time by the children of that section of the Town under a paid instructor with an average daily attendance of 32. 138 TOWN OF LEXINGTON The Center Playground continues to be used more and more by persons of all ages and a caretaker was employed on a full time basis during the summer to supervise the use of the playground at all times. Board of Survey There were only two applications before the Board of Survey for approval. Hallie C. Blake and the First National Bank of Boston submitted a plan of a proposed street to be known as Pine Knoll Road near the Bedford Line off Bedford Street. Harry Johnson of Arlington requested approval of layout of proposed streets which included the extension of Taft Avenue to Mass. Avenue, and Cary, Cherry, Daniel and Aerial Streets. Both of these applications were approved. Finance It is with considerable pride that we call your atten- tion to the excellent financial status of the Town. As a result of the recently established "pay-as-you-go" policy, the total bonded indebtedness of the Town has been reduced by $166,000 in the past two years. In the current fiscal year there is a net balance of $62,052.31 of income over expenditures which is the largest amount ever accumulated in one year and an increase of $14,500 over last year. In addition to this there has been set aside a reserve of $32,502.26 to cover tax titles. There is a cash balance on hand December 31, 1933, of $183,195.52, an increase of $71,440.77 over last year. This amount much more than offsets the increase of $55,000 in outstanding revenue loans. Salary Cuts The general 15 percent cut of salaries in excess of $20 per week voted by the Town Meeting on recommendation of the Appropriation Committee was accepted in good spirit by a great majority of paid officials and employees, and in spite of fears expressed in some quarters that there would be a corresponding reduction in efficiency and SELECTMEN'S REPORT 139 morale, it is gratifying to know that there never was a time when harmony and cooperation was more apparent between Selectmen, Department heads, employees and other officials of the Town. Respectfully submitted, ROBERT P. TRASK JOHN E. GILCREAST CHARLES E. FERGUSON DANIEL J. 0' CONNELL JOHN A. LYONS Board of Selectmen. 140 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF THE TOWN ACCOUNTANT Lexington, Mass., January 31, 1934 To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen : I herewith submit the report of the Accounting De- partment of the Town of Lexington for the year ended December 31, 1933 as follows : Statement of Receipts Aggregate Total of Selectmen's Warrants (Expenditures) Unpaid Bills for 1933 Schedule of Appropriation Accounts Revenue Accounts and Excess & Deficiency Borrowing Capacity of the Town Schedule of Town Debt Schedule of Interest on Totvn Debt Mryiement of Town Debt 1914-1933 Balance Sheet showing financial condition of the Town on Dec- ember 31, 1933 Detailed Accounts showing appropriations, transfers, receipts and disbursements I have examined the accounts of the following officers and boards of the Town and in each case found the records correct and all receipts turned over to the Town Treasurer : Town Clerk Sealer of Weights & Measures Plumbing Inspector Building Inspector Wire Inspector Selectmen Cemetery Commissioners Dental Clinic Milk & Oleomargarine Inspector I have examined the accounts of the Trustees of Public Trusts and Trustees of the Cary Memorial Library and have found them properly cast and supported by proper vouchers for disbursements. SELECTMEN'S REPORT 141 I have checked the cash account of the Town Treasurer and found it to agree with the cash account as included in my report. I have checked the report of the Collector of Taxes and have found it to be in agreement with the records of the Auditing Department except for one difference in Real Es- tate, Personal and PoII Taxes Levy of 1931. This difference in the amount of $34.00 is caused by a Tax Title and was adjusted after the books were closed for the year 1933. Respectfully submitted, JAMES H. RUSSELL, Town Accountant 142 TOWN OF LEXINGTON RECEIPTS GENERAL REVENUE Taxes—Levy of 1933 Polls ... m ._.... 4,786.00 Personal „.,„ __,___.._., .... 39,260.19 Real Estate 348,149.46 Taxes—Levy of 1932 242.00 Personal _, „.._...„..... „ _ . 4,422.49 Real Estate �... „„ „„.._„_.. 217,106.05 Taxes—Levy of 1931 roils ..... „„_.___...... .„...._ 5.95 Real Estate . „..._. _....__., ...._ 306.31 Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Levy of 1931 _ ....__ __ .„„... 42.27 Levy of 1932 . w ._..__ „„. „„. 7,020.01 Levy of 1933 ...... �„ ,. 18,191.95 Old Age Assistance Tax Levy of 1932 562.00 Levy of 1933 . _....__ „....W_.._ 2,393.00 From the Commonwealth Loss of Taxes ._._ „„. ,...._ 167.75 Income Tax .....„___.., , ._ 37,061.54 Corporation Tax _. _...,_. 6,780.00 National Bank Tax „_. ,„_..__ 643.39 Trust Company Tax , ,_„ ,,._... 1,633.48 Veterans Exemption 140.92 $392,195.65 221,770.54 312.26 25,254.23 2,955.00 460427.08 SELECTMEN'S REPORT 143 GENERAL REVENUE (CONT.) Licenses & Permits Junk.._.... _....-...........,.......... ,.. Pedlars�._.......-..,�__.... ....... Sunday » -- Theatres _........._._ ..... Milk & Oleomargarine - Garbage _.-.......__..... .......__ Motor Vehicle Agents ....__ .. Common Victualers .... Public Carriage ...., _ ......M Gasoline ..... _ .. Alcohol „._._.... ..... __.._._...._. Liquor_._......»..... ..,_._ ....»....... Slaughtering -._....._ .._.__......»» Miscellaneous _.__._ .. »._...._. Marriage _..... ---.----- Plumbing .. .._...._�....�- Fines Court Grants & Gifts Federal Emergency Relief $82.00 60.00 45.00 25.00 41.50 43.00 26.00 28.00 137.00 10.00 14.50 21.00 1,825.00 700.00 275.55 147.07 152.00 128.00 $3,760.62 Funds _.__...w......M .._ $12,858.60 Dog Licenses from County- 1,804.87 Contributions front Town Employees ...... _____ 18,018.40 Federal Emergency Relief Funds for Knitters _.__....»»... 38.40 All Other General Revenue Land taken_ .....�..._..... Tax Titles Redeemed -....-.- 1,134,89 8,907.99 859.38 $32,720.27 $10,042.88 $736,297.86 COMMERCIAL REVENUE - DEPARTMENTAL General Government Treasurer - Fees $ 177.00 Collector Fees.....»...._.........w......._W_...._...., .... $ 78.00 Certificates 7.00 $85.00 144 TOWN OF LEXINGTON COMMERCIAL REVENUE - DEPARTMENTAL (CONT.) Town Clerk Recording Mortgages _........ 228.14 Discharging Mortgages _._. 5.50 Birth, Death and Marriage Certificates 15.50 Pole Locations ---- 5.25 Miscellaneous _. ». 3.50 Town Offices and Cary Me- morial Building Rent ._..,-._...__ ._._.,»..... 272.00 Telephone calls . .........�.... _.. 8.40 Miscellaneous 4.01 Selectmen Hearings .._ .... _..w. Zoning & Building Laws._... Miscellaneous ------- Board of Appeals - Hearings ..,......-....m Planning Board - Hearings ....-.----.- Protection Protection of Persons and Property Police Department Sealer of Weights and Measures ---- Inspection of Buildings Inspection of Wires -.-.- Insect Pest Extermination - Planting and Trimming Trees 131.00 6.15 1.15 4.77 78.66 862.00 170.00 77.78 20.00 Health and Sanitation Health: Contagious Diseases 187.15 Tuberculosis _.____..,.-.-......_ _. 3,157.35 Dental Clinic ..».........w.__..__,.. 170.75 Sanitation: Sewer Rentals --....„»„,...__._ 3,776.57 Sewer Services, Guarantees and Misc, ___ -.. 1,173.34 $257.89 $284.41 $138.30 90.00 100.00 $713.21 $8,465.26 SELECTMEN'S REPORT COMMERCIAL REVENUE—DEPARTMENTAL. (CONT.) Highways Sale of Old Materials ----- $ 10.00 Damages ----------- 58.90 From County of Middlesex account Wood Street Con- struction __,_.»,.....,,.,,,..,,......,— 3,050.00 From Commonwealth of Massachusetts account Wood Street Construction—. 4,150.00 Public Welfare Infirmary: Sale of Grass and Hay..».»..... 50.00 Reimbursements: For relief from individuals 118.15 For relief from Cities and Towns _ .... ._.__. 1,725.13 For relief from State ......._. 16,459.83 For Mothers' Aid from State ....... _.. _.,..._._._.. 919.83 For Old Age Assistance from Cities and Towns. 93.71 For Old Age Assistance from State ....._._..._.... 3,579.53 Soldiers Benefits From Commonwealth of Massachusetts (State Aid) -_.__ Schools Tuition: From Town of Bedford _,_. 9,056,07 From Town of Billerica ___ 78.00 From Town of Burlington... 13,964.74 From Individuals ..,,_,._.,.. 78.00 From Commonwealth of Mass. for State Wards...._ 2,942.32 From City of Boston far City Wards _,..,,_— 293.38 Americanization From Town of Bedford...... 20.20 From Commonwealth of Massachusetts 98.40 $7,268.90 $22,946.18 199.60 145 146 TOWN OF LEXINGTON COMMERCIAL REVENUE — DEPARTMENT (CONT.) Vocational: From Commonwealth of Massachusetts ..,,._,_.. 467.63 Total Tuition 26,998.74 Sale of Books & Supplies _»...__.. Rent of Auditorium & Halls Rent of equipment .....__..__.. ,., . Telephone & Miscellaneous __._ 50.64 55.83 29.50 15.46 Parks William A. Tower Trust .......... $ 460.00 Battle Green Fund - E. C. Redman ......,_._.._..,_..,......,,,_... 15.11 Celebrations and Entertain- ments Balance from Celebration Committee for April 19, 1926 ..— Miscellaneous Boston & Maine R. R. Damages .....w._....__.,.,...,.,_,.»__. 237.01 Tailings (Checks drawn & uncalled for) _,.._, ..... 82.32 Insurance .,,,,.._..........._._.., 134.85 Refund Vital Statistics — 2.00 Refund School __ _.„. _ .25 Refund Public Welfare .....,,,...... 1.00 $27,150.17 $ 475.11 285.07 $ 457.43 $69,093.53 COMMERCIAL REVENUESPECIALASSESSMENTS Sewer: Added to Tax Bills 1933 .»,.. Added to Tax Bills Prior Years _.._.......... .. .,..._ Unapportioned . _wW. ,»„., ...._........ Apportioned paid in advance $ 2,368.29 2,372.43 489.07 477.62 $5,707.41 SELECTMEN'S REPORT 147 COMMERCIAL REVENUE - SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS (CONT.) Sidewalk: Added to Tax Bills - 1933 ......» $105.22 Added to Tax Bills - prior 63.63 Unapportioned 129.94 Street Betterments: Added to Tax Bills 1933 -. 4,842.36 Added to Tax Bills - prior 2,497.28 Apportioned paid in advance 763.63 $298.79 8,103.27 $14,109.47 COMMERCIAL REVENUE - PUBLIC SERVICE ENTERPRISES Water Department: Sale of Water - Metered Rates -.--W...--.. 64.239.73 Schedule Rates --...-._.-.. 7,455.00 Guarantees - -. _ 1,978.11 Services __ . .».......-. 1,211.76 Miscellaneous _.... -... . -- 798.05 Liens .. ». _- 294.85 COMERCIAL REVENUE -CEMETERIES Care of Lots and Graves: Annual Care -Munroe _ 450.25 Perpetual Care -Munroe . » 1,000.00 Perpetual Care -Colonial ..»»,,,..- 125.00 1,575.25 Miscellaneous: Interments etc.- Munroe -.. Interments etc. -Westview ____ Interest ...-.. -.- - ••••� Sundry items 142.00 432.00 1.88 27.01 602.89 Sale of Lots and Graves: Lots _. _ _ ..._ . _-. 2,342.05 75,977.50 4,520.19 148 TOWN OF LEXINGTON COMERCIAL REVENUE -GENERAL Interest On Deposits ....._._.._.._...._._......_� Accrued on bonds sold ......... On Personal and Real Estate Taxes On Sewer Assesments ..... ». On Street Betterments On Tax Titles ..,..-..»-.».....-_»._.,„ On Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Commonwealth of Mass. - 454.47 76.76 8,616.89 16.63 16.19 990.00 279.30 .02 Municipal Indebtedness Anticipation of Revenue ..».........850,000.00 Sewer Loan issued _-._ ..._.___.. 4,000.00 Trunk Line Sewer Loan issued _._» ....__... » -... 25,000.00 Premiums ._..._.-.....-.__.- 192.50 Agency, Trust & Investment Dog Licenses (for County)__.. 1,907.00 Cemetery Perpetual Care: Munroe ...._....,_....................-... 500.00 Westview ...._ _ .. _ - ....». 899.00 Refunds Public Welfare -.----- Contributions from Town Employees ...._ .. .... Collector ------.. -.._ Insurance .....w _ » .... Cary Library ---------- Water Maintenance ....» 78.00 28.50 1.74 174.98 224.64 14.39 $10,450.26 879.192.50 3,306.00 522.25 Total Cash Receipts»W_...._...._..._........_.......... $1,793,469.56 Cash Balance January 1, 1933 ...-___...._.. 111,754.75 $1,905,224.31 SELECTMEN'S REPORT AGGREGATE TOTAL OF SELECTMEN'S WARRANTS CHARGED TO THE FOLLOWING ACCOUNTS Abatement of taxes 1931 . ......� .__...._._.._. .. Abatement of Taxes 1932 „......__.__ ..............._„.M„.,.,... _..._...»» Abatement of Taxes 1933 .._ ....__._ .._...._ „. »... Abatement of Motor Vehicle Excise Tax 1932 ...w....� Abatement of Motor Vehicle Excise Tax 1933 .».».....»_._.. Accounting Department ...........__............ ..»»._..._....__m..... »... Administration of Trust Funds Animal Inspection Appropriation Committee ___.._._ ... Assessor's Department . _...._...._w....__. » Auditing Municipal Accounts ._..__.__. ». _....._ Board of Appeals ........... .. » „..._..__.___......». Building Inspection _______ ..... _... Cemetery Maintenance -Munroe _....._._....._.... Cemetery Maintenance -Westview _...� .....».. Cemetery Perpetual Care Funds -Munroe (Principal) Cemetery Perpetual Care Funds -Westview (Principal) Cemetery Perpetual Care Funds -Colonial (Income) .» Cemetery Perpetual Care Funds -Munroe (Income) .., Collector of Taxes Dept. ...-. Contributions from Town Employees ....._._.......»., ..». County of Middlesex Tax ._.M. ..„„..„...._...__._....___...._.__ County of Middlesex Special Tuberculosis Tax „. ...�_ County of Middlesex -Dog Licenses __ ...... Dental Clinic ..... ....„....__...._......_». ............ . Dog Officer ___............�......._..__ Elections and Registrations _........» ....» ....... ... _._. Engineering Department ....__.._..___._....._ ._.._._.. _. ..» Federal Emergency Relief Funds (Knitters) ----- Fire Department �..... _._.__.__.._..._..._...._..._ ._._W...._. Foreclosure and Redemption of Tax Titles _..............»..........» Forest Fires Garbage Collection .» ....__._....... .. »» __...._...„...._.. Health Department „.....» ..._ Highway Construction -Wood Street Highway Maintenance _.__...._... Hydrant Rentals Insurance .._.... „....�„. Interest on Debt .. ....». Law Department _ .....„ ..„. „.,... Libraries (Cary Memorial & Branch) Loans in Anticipation of Revenue 149 $ 1.70 1,294,18 207.44 98.39 796.82 3,274.83 60.00 500.00 85.30 5,563.08 1,527.96 126.56 1,178.65 1,799.92 4,051.13 500.00 899.00 96.37 1,024.89 5,069.01 18,046.90 26,207.37 3,170.90 1,912.40 1,624.33 50.00 1,005.86 10,298.37 38.40 35,997.24 74.20 698.56 4,237.47 7,959.01 13,646.64 41,530.46 7,455.00 5,482.14 46,134.07 2,007.52 13,077.90 795,000.00 150 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Maturing Debt „„.._. .. 125,000.00 Memorial Day 250.00 Metropolitan Sewer Tax .........._._.._.-..„.„. ,_» „ 4,715.02 Metropolitan Water Tax.._......_._.»_...__..._...____..r 26,515.51 Moth & Insect Suppression .._..- „»„ „ . _ _ 2,047.60 Old Age Assistance _.____.„. _ „„ _ » 10,486.99 Old Age Assistance Tax (To Commonwealth) „...„ 3,306.00 Other Finance Offices and Accounts .„._._.»__.._..... 174.85 Parks & Playgrounds 10,548.06 Patriots Day (April 19th) ......_ „ 250.00 Pensions -Fire Department 1,107.81 Pensions -Police Department .......... 1,095.00 Planning Board ..»........»............_.__._.__.._.__.___._....._ ,„__ 198.76 Plumbing Inspection ____,....._.....».»»„...._._„„„..„._.„_ 925.00 Police Department „„„.»...„.„„.__. 31,899.09 500.00 Printing & Publishing Revised Plumbing By -Laws _...... 118.00 Public Welfare Department „.»..„„...».„.„ 53,233.45 Public Works Department -Superintendent's Office 4,496.98 Public Works Building -Operation _. 4,862.32 Public Works -Labor & Material -For Relief _.r..___„ 6,915.06 Removal of Ashes and Care of Dumps _....___, ...._.......... 1,515.28 School Department -Maintenance _.» _„.._ 209,003.01 School Construction -Franklin School ».»...„.„._._..448.26 School Construction -Adams School Addition - 189.13 Sealer of' Weights & Measures Department 466.26 Selectmen's Department...._.__..__....,...„,........_...,......»»..„„..._„ _ 3,770.21 Sewer Construction 21,217.43 Sewer Construction -Trunk Line -Fed. Grant Project 8,378.94 Sewer Maintenance_.______.................._...._.....w..._.._,...__...r 7,183.58 ShadeTrees».»...„._...»»».....„.„.......»»».„.„.»„......_..»„„....„.....»»..._..»..„.. 489.38 Sidewalks ' „. „ ... „.... _ 874.98 Slaughtering Inspection 600.00 Snow Removal 10,443.63 Soldier's Relief _.............__._ 2,574.97 State Aid ------------ 100.00 State Holding Corporation of Cambridge, Mass. --- 1,218.35 State Parks & Reservations Tax..............»..._.....„w..„....„....„... 42.60 State Tax ................_„„........._......._..._......_ --._. _. 26,100.00 Street Lighting 21,204.16 Street Signs .__ .._ ._ _ _ .. _ _ _ . 132.92 Town Clerk's Department - 1,839.13 Town Offices and Cary Memorial Building -..W . ___ 8,259.19 Town Physician ..._...._..___.__.„„..„._„„........», 500.00 Town Report ....»„.................. 660.03 Traffic Regulation and Control .._.-_._._... 1,340.39 Treasurer's Department ---- _ 1,203.12 SELECTMEN'S REPORT 151 152 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 181.02 Vital Statistics w. _ _ _ . W .„_.__.... „.„ , ..„ ,. _, 25.50 Water Department Construction 12,486.48 Water Department—Damages—to Sam Lippa _...__ ._. 392.54 Water Department Maintenance „..„ .. .. _. 27,230.52 Wire Inspection ..„_....... _ . _.. _. 565.40 Refunds: Water Department Collections ....... _ ..._._..__._... „ _,_, 14.40 Sewer Department Collections _..____..._ ,_.„ __ 20.47 Planning Board Collections ___....__._._„„„...__. _ ... 20.00 Alcohol License 1,00 Sign Permit w ....... .. _ . ...... _. 1.00 Beer License __.___..„.__. _ ._..._.___.._ _._. 40.00 Taxes paid from Estimated Revenue: National Bank Tax 1930 ._..,_.__....,,.„ -.... .. _._ .26 National Bank Tax 1931 „.---... _. -_ ...„ ...-.-._. 12.15 Trust Company Tax 1930 ...._._.._.__._.. _ _._. _ _...._............_ 7.10 Trust Company Tax 1931 „„...... w .. _............. 30.56 Total Expenditures ,....,„ Cash on hand December 31,._. - UNPAID BILLS DECEMBER 31, 1933 $1,722,028.79 183,195.52 $1,905,224.31 Assessor's Department $ 8.50 Fire Department .... ...... _._...____ 672.29 Health Department _._........._._._. __,„„.... ». ......_.__._.. 12.00 Highway Department 120.99 Parks & Playgrounds 79.29 Police Department 18.90 Planning Board 132.85 Public Welfare Department (not including undeter- mined amounts due other Cities and Towns) „_-„,,. 2,095.62 Public Works Building—Operation __..„......._„„.....- ................. 8.88 School Department 280.48 Selectmen's Department .......... 12.35 Snow Removal 57.60 Soldiers Relief _.,.....„„,,..-„,,.„..,__._._........_,......_..,..-,„„,.. 101.14 Town Offices & Cary Memorial Building ..... 148.93 $3,744.32 APPROPRIATION ACCOUNTS 1.86i o� p.sen..oj musjag t a 0 -0 a o0 c o iri w 0 SSBI NC o0i.o. W m r M” anuanau oa eaauatag uoraaci tilledd • in00.4 co ro m unn.0y aqa 30 01OA Esq Sauangaa pus eaa0ICa Clay e000000mmom - 0 arooeb�v 4 o9O°9'="3rp ,y C C 0000000 N soltIvivaaxg tisaoo'oioNL-m r m �c h� � ti �,",-'L'o a ,yra 00 u9 ,-I , -i d, w cc m M ,-i 0 up ” ” co 1.0 a;araoayi c op a 4.24 rn ry ,iasso pus a1ajsuuxy c CC e, ” CD t- c o o eV CD 1-1 000 000 000 oogPGOC$0 O 0'0.0' Clop u? Crn suopewlox¢arg waui c +o a Lci a 6 d cv c ua 6 0 8 2 QQ Quay rN-IIM6,]V 10Oo O rnl-I-t6�OW76� Ip co w �ri*i u7 a7ri N7o2 ri 7,E6I iuoi; pau.a.,oj sanu,sIBa 09 91 c o Cp 4 9 Orl O oao 10 Pi Dal xg qq,�g aai � .9, c.) p,o`� A p� D a Cao SP4 A P.0Aa :1: Eo2x r8 :. o 14� Zki 4' "s ' r. ' o 4 wgg to'F~ cL aA G... AA wz; A Rai. 0 5 o 6 o 0 o N 0,2 pH �Q,'dQiQ'iWQ:IUQUUUUU PAWWf f74 Forest Fires Garbage Collection Health Department Highway Const. -Allen St. Highway Const. -Crescent Hill Ave. Highway Const: Independence Ave. Highway Const. -Smith Ave. Highway Const. -Tucker Ave. Highway Const. -Wood St. Highway Maintenance Hydrant Rentals Insurance Interest on Debt. Law Department Libraries (Cary Memorial & Branch) Maturing Debt Memorial Day Military Aid Moth & Insect Suppression Old Age Assistance Other Finance Offices & Accounts Parks and Playgrounds Patriots Day (April 19th) Pensions -Fire Dept. Pensions -Police Dept. Planning Board Plumbing Inspection Police Department Posture Clinic Printing & Pub. Revised Plumbing By -Laws Public Welfare Public Works -Superintendent's Office Public Works Building -Equip. & Repairs .26 Public Works Building -Operation Public Works -Equip. & Mat. - Unemployment 20.98 Public Works -Labor & Material -Relief Removal of Ashes & Care of Dumps Reserve Fund School Const. -Adams School Addition 269.10 School Const. -New School Franklin 722.76 School Maintenance Sealer of Weights & Measures Selectmen's Department Sewer Construction 5,701.85 APPROPRIATION ACCOUNTS -Cont. o €14 5.49 3.04 .36 46.31 71.03 258.18 a 700.00 4,450.00 9,200.00 5,000.00 42,820.00 7,455.00 '7,000.00 87,100.00 2,427.00 11,048.50 125,000.00 250.00 100.00 2,025.00 10,000.00 9,875.80 250.00 0 E Expenditure® 698.56 4,237.47 7,959.01 8,800.00 13,646.64 41,530.46 7,455.00 174.98 5,482.14 10,158.75 46,134.07 2,007.52 2,029.51 13,077.90 125,000.00 250.00 22.60 2,047.60 500.00 10,486.99 369.00 174.85 475.11 10,348.06 250.00 APPROPRIATION ACCOUNTS -Cont. aro Et F F G 3 1,107.81 1,095.00 250.00 925.00 31,900.00 500.00 253.00 2,300.86(x) 40,00.00 4,500.00 4,870.00 13,000.00 2,200.00 2,500.00 209,175.78 475.00 3,671.30 12,100.00 72.00 12,078.00 Exl+endituref. 1,107.81 1,095.00 198.76 925.00 31,899.09 500.00 118.00 53,233.45 4,496.98 4,862.32 5,915.06 1,515.28 2,330.33 189.13 448.26 209,003.01 466.26 100.00 3,770.21 4,275.00 21,217.43 o 31 g} E oto X Y. 0 o=Z Pc~ 8 E.t 6 m 4 a 1.44 212.53 1,240.99 5.49 3.04 .36 46.31 .26 20.98 1,289.54 1,692.84 1,124.68 419.48 .11 100.00 13.01 50.00 2.85 51.24 71.08 411.54 144.15'" L IOd42I Ss.'4I LLDa'T]S 01 w .91 207.00 3,456.31(x) 5 4Z H 3.02 7.68 684.72 169.67 172.77 8.74 1.09 7,084.94 79.97 274.50 859.42 Sewer Construction -Trunk Line - Federal Grant Project Sewer Maintenance Shade Trees Sidewalks Slaughtering Inspection Snow Removal Soldiers' Burials Soldiers' Relief State Aid Street Lights Street Signs Survey (Complete) of the Drainage Areas of the Town Town Clerk's Department Town Offices & Cary Memorial Building Town Report Town Physician Traffic Regulation & Control Treasurer's Department Unclassified Veterans Memorial Fund Vital Statistics Waltham St. Damages Water Construction Water Maintenance Wire Inspection APPROPRIATION ACCOUNTS -Cont. 3 a c E: b 8,000.00 36,000.00 8,378.94 6,190.00 1,000.00 7,183.58 600.00 489.38 1,200.00 874.98 600.00 600.00 780.14(x) 7,000.00 10,443.63 100.00 2,500.00 75.00 2,574.97 300.00 100.00 21,500.00 21,204.16 150.00 132.92 1,000.00 1,840.00 1,839.13 8,260.00 8,259.19 660.03 660.03 500.00 500.00 1,400.00 1,340.39 1,205.00 1,203.12 200.00 181.02 3,617.89 APPROPRIATION ACCOUNTS -Cont. 35,621.06 6.42 10.62 325.02 4,223.77(x) 100.00 .03 200.00 295.84 17.08 1,000.00 .87 .81 .LZ30dA11 S,14,1314,11Da'IffS 59.61 1.88 18.98 3,617.89 oi o 0 . w� �_yyA 0 Wks .a oo dAd$m d"a°O 0w m�" K w KN A m °. E+ G 109.00 109.00 1.89 3,600.00_ 10,150.00 13,704.83-(1) 47.06 63,920.00 14.39 63,904.78-(2) 29.61-(3)0 550.00 15.40 565.40 .� c rn 50.00 25.50 24.50 ti $9,809.34 $805,567.62 $108,299.21 $870,209.87 $578.06 $8,575.90 $44,312.34* L Transfer to Premium Account. (x) Overdraft (1) Transfer to State Holding Corp. of Cambridge Account $1,218.35 for reimbursement for water main laid in Summit road in the years 1916-22 and 26. (2) Transfers to Metropolitan Water Tax Account $26,515.51 and to interest on Debt (Water Loans) $10,158.75. (3) Transfer to Water Dept. Available Surplus. SELECTMEN'S REPORT WATER DEPT. AVAILABLE SURPLUS Credits Balance January 1, 1933. _ _.... ........, Transferred from Water Department Re- ceipts._.._.... .....». __.._. ..._._._.........._.M.... Transferred from Water Maintenance Ac- count...»._»..........__.._.......__.._...._.....»..».. Debits Transferred to Water Construction Account by Vote of Town April 3, 1933 $6,000.00 Transferred to Water Construction Account by Vote of Town April 3, 1933 . 1,000.00 Transferred to Water Dept. Construction Damages to Sam Lippa Acct. by vote of Town June 19, 1933 .». » ...... __ 392.54 Transferred to Water Construction Account by Vote of Town June 19, 1938 .....__._._._.3,150.00 Balance, December 31, 1933 forward to 1934 ...... _ ....._......_._ W SEWER ASSESSMENT FUND Credits Balance, January 1, 1933 Adjustments, State Examiners Sewer Department Collections 1933 .»»........_. Sewer Assessments paid in advance 1933 Sewer Assessment Interest 1933 ..._.._...._.. Debits Transferred to Sewer Construction Account: By Vote of Town April 3, 1933 »,»......_.._ .. $2,600.00 By Vote of Town June 19, 1933 ...»..„......_.-. 475.00 By Vote of Town August 14, 1933 .........._.- 1,200.00 Adjustments, State Examiners ...__..._.„»..»....._ 23.36 Balance, December 31, 1933, forward to 1934 ..»__........._.....»................ 157 $10,582.05 12,043.10 29.61 $22,654.76 10,542.54 $12,112.22 $1,730.92 206.64 5,229.79 477.62 16.63 7,661.60 4,298.36 $3,363.24 158 TOWN OF LEXINGTON SALE OF LOTS FUND— WESTVIEW CEMETERY Credits Balance January 1, 1933 __„ . . Sale of Lots during 1933 „.„_...—.__..„„.. Debits Transferred to Westview Cemetery Main- tenance Account by order of Cemetery Commissioners ..... Balance, December 31, 1983, forward to REVENUE 1933 $2,791.79 2,342.05 $5,133.84 2,500.00 2,633.84 Credits Appropriation rescinded ».._._..___,........_.____.,,„ Excess & Deficiency (Available Funds) ____--_-- Tax Levy (Personal & Real)------------ Tax ...W......._,....._...,..........„.._.._ .„...Tax Levy (Polls) __________--______--- Tax _..,„».„........_._.___........___._...._,.„».._.,„„„....,„.,Tax Levy (Old Age Assistance) Tax Levy Supplemental (Personal & Real) Tax Levy Supplemental (Poll) ...„.....„»...._ ___......„..,„_.____. Tax Levy Supplemental (Old Age Assistance) _— Estimated Estimated Revenue Income Tax ..._._...„...„.. Corporation Taxes -- Bank Bank Tax —._-.—.— Motor Vehicle Excise —.. --------- Federal ........».„,.._.,.,_..,.......„..... __.Federal Emergency Relief Funds --_----- Other receipts as estimated ...___--._..----- Appropriation ._..........,„,.._-._..„,»,„._..,.__..,Appropriation Balances December 81, 1933„.._.__„,...„._-._._ From Estimated Revenue December 31, 1933 Receipts in excess of estimates ......._._„„...„.„__.._„„„„„... -- Debits Appropriations ._ M _..,. ,_ „_. $807,675.43• Excess & Deficiency ....„...__._.»»„_...._..._.._._.. 24,817.54x Taxes to County & Commonwealth .__.„„..,„. 61,827.95 $ 2,107.81* 24,817.54x 674,880.04 6,458.00 3,229.00 132.30 70.00 35.00 34,786.90 6,476.96 1,352.15 22,000.00 12,858.60 116,201.47 8,575.90 40,881.52 $954,863.19 SELECTMEN'S REPORT Overlay 1931 (Overdraft) „............. ... 764.42 Overlay 1933 .... __.._... .„_—._........ 10,118.13 Balance to Excess & Deficiency, December 31, 1933 ..... ._... _» „ „.._. „._.._ .. 49,659.72 EXCESS & DEFICIENCY Credits 159 $954,863.19 Balance forward January 1, 1938 ___._......_...... „.. $ 48,003.59 Tax Titles redeemed ...„ .._____..._.. ._ _ _ _..... _ 8,907.99 Tax Titles disclaimed ....._.....». .........._._... _ .. ._.... _.. 657.24 Adjustments by State Auditors - .... „_.._ 42,62 Taxes 1931 reassessed ._.__....., ___. ,..,. . ,»,r_.-- .— 128.86 Taxes 1932 reassessed .._._._.....„.........._------...-- 117.49 Transfers by vote of Town from following accounts: Clarke Street Drain _.._..._..._...___......»..._...._....... 1.62 Crescent Hill Ave. - Highway Construction _._ 3.04 Independence Ave. - Highway Construction ..._..__»»...„„ .36 Smith Ave. - Highway Construction ...w.._.»......._..Y...„.. 46.31 Allen Street - Highway Construction .__.._..»..„. 5.49 Public Works - Equipment & Material _..,„._..__._._...__ 20.98 Public Works Building Equipment & Repair _ .26 New Headquarters - Fire Station -------- 500.00 From Revenue 1933.... „...„..... ..__.—_._.__ „. __ 49.659.72 Debits Tax Titles taken during 1933 M......_.....„......„... $32,502.26 Transfers by vote of Town to the following accounts: Printing & Publishing Revised Plumb- ing By -Laws _... __ . -_ 72.00 Survey Drainage Areas of the Town ...... 1,000.00 Public Welfare Department ---- 12,000.00 Balance forward December 31, 1933 $108,095.57 45,574.26 $62,521.31 160 TOWN OF LEXINGTON BORROWING CAPACITY OF THE TOWN January 1, 1934 Real & Personal Property Valuation 1931, less abatements . „ .„. $20,775,758.00 Real & Personal Property Valuation 1932, less abatements 21,113,593.00 Real & Personal Property Valuation 1933, less abatements .....».,.»W.....»....__.._ 21,358,209.00 Motor Vehicle Valuation 1931, less abatement ..». ..._ 1,229,441.00 Motor Vehicle Valuation 1932, less abatements ...W...._ 1,043,852.00 Motor Vehicle Valuation 1933, less abatements .......„..... 908,579.00 66,429,427.00 Average Valuation for 3 years, less abatements ._.„.,„. 22,143,142.00 Borrowing Capacity, 3% _ „..... .... .._ ..._, .„,_„„„ 664,294.00 Borrowing capacity, additional 1% for Fed- eral Project Loans ...._—..._,»„„.—....»..„.... $221,431.00 Town Debt December 31, 1933 $756,500.00 Loans outside Debt Limit: Sewer Loan of 1915 $36,000.00 Water Loan of 1929 22,000.00 Water Loan of 1928 20,000.00 Water Loan of 1927 9,000.00 Water Loan of 1927 9,000.00 Water Loan of 1931 40,000.00 Water Loan of 1930 35,000.00 Water Loan of 1930 21,000.00 Water Loan of 1930 25,000.00 School House Const. and Remodeling Loan of 1924 ... 138,000.00 Water Loan of 1932 16,000.00 Sewer Loan of 1927 3,000.00 Water Loan of 1931 9,000.00 Sewer Loan of 1925 6,000.00 Water Loan of 1930 10,000.00 Street Improvement 1,000.00 Loan of 1924 W 1,000.00 Sewer Loan of 1924 Middlesex Co. San. Loan of 1932 _...._13,000.00 424,000.00 Town Debt Inside Debt Limit ........... .. 25,000.00 307,500.00 Borrowing capacity, January 1, 1934 _._....._ w $196,431.00 $356,794.00 TABLE OF TOWN DEBT DECEMBER 31, 1933, SHOWING ANNUAL PAYMENTS OF INTEREST TO BE RAISED BY REVENUE 1934.1948 INCLUSIVE T.I• as loan Raw Dv* In nae Du. In I415 ' Il. Ie nae nue to 1967 I rh. In 1930 r In 1926 I DIN 1n 644 fluo le ltei W. 5e 1012 Dw In Iua nn- Ie 1111 11w 1, 1916 D... la MI Due In 1417 0,1 In 1449 1M-nrt 101.1• New Town 0010 Bldg. Loan of 19E8 496 91260.00 61,160401 51,06060 4050604 9450.00 9700.091 568040 5900.00 5620 $440.00 0360.00 9200 I 5200 512040 54040 59,26000 Seaver Loan of 1927 400 66040 020.001 40040 440.00 400.00 860.00 82040 28040 240.00 200.00 16040 120.90 80.00 4040 4,801100 School Canat. & Remodeling of 1925 4% 2,160.00] 1,990.00 1,900.00 1,620.00 3044040 1260.09 1,000.00 900. 72100 640. 860.00 180.00 1494160 Sewer Loan of 1916 4% 1,580 1260.09 1,140.00 1,020.00 990.00 780.00 669.00 640.60 420.00 30040 18040 80.00 8,64991 Water Loan of 1929 - 43500 892.50 807.599 722.50 657.60 56260 487.60 88260 20740 212.50 121.30142.60 0,14250 Buckman Tavern Loan of 1915 416% 426.90 202.60, 84066 29750 25640 212.50 170.00 127.5006 42.601 2,887.60 Water Loan of 1920 49.5 760.00 680601 80040 520.90 41040 86000 260.00 20040 12040 40.00 4900.00 Trunk Line Sewer Loan of 1938 495 1,600-00 88069 760.00 640.09 52100 40000 920.095 24040 160.00 90.00 5,000.00 Serer Loan of 1928 42100 302.511 840.00 207.5 266.00 212.50 170.00 127.50 85 4250 - 1,912.50 Water loan of 1927 4% 960.06 50060 260- 220.00 18040 140.60 100.00 60, 20.00 1,520.00 Water Loan of 1927 4% 860.00 520,00 280.00 240.90 200 16040 120.0c 80.00 40.00 1206.00 Adams School Addition Loan of 1931 83460 1,890.90 1,470.00 1,260.00 1,05040 84040 680.00 42100 21040 7,600.00 Sewer Loan of 1927 4% 300.00 260.00 220.90 180.00 11040 100.00 60.00 20.00 1,260.00 Water Loan of 1931 4% 1,312.60 1,10740 962.6 767.50 612.59 48749 262.60 87.50 6,600.110 Franklin School Lawn of 1930 1%1 2,360.00 2,80040 2,400 1,920.00 1,440.00 96060 480.00 18,440.911 Water Scan of 1930 4344E 1,30033 1,168.76 95635 748.76 511.26 318.75 106.25 6,20635 Water Loan of 1080 4% 84040 72060 60060 480.00 869, 340.0 12045 8,860-00 Water Loan of 1980 • 4% 1,60040 1,190.00 1.00040 800.00 600. 190.00 200.00 990090 Parker School Loan of 1919 43100 91060 67540 540.00 495.00 270 136.00 288560 School 11...e Const. & Romodeli Loan of 1924 4% 1,62040 4400.00 %,690,00 2,780.00 ],8{9,0 920.004 19,82040 Water Loan of 1932 4%1% 6304/ 150' 070.90 9990 1,44040 Sewer Loan 4f 1928 836 % 1092 78.18 90.88 90.60 2611-00 Sewer loan of 1931 4;i% 266.00 170.00 89.00 610.00 Sewer Loan of 1927 4% 100.00 00.90 20.00 180.00 Water Loan of 1921 4354E 8112.50 258.00 137.51 766.00 School Const. Loan of 1915 4% 160.00 80.00 045.00 Puy Works Bldg. Loan of 1980 43494 265-00 85.00 840.0 Sewer Loan of 1920 4% 240.00 12060 360.00 Trust Fund (Refunding) Loan of 1910 4% 6060 20-00 80.00 Sewer Loan of 1925 4% 240.00 129.00 800.00 Water Loan of 1980 4% 400.00 200.00 000.00 Street Improvement Loan of 1934 4%40.00 40.00 Sewer Loan of 1924 4% I 4060 40.00 94idd. Co. Tuberculosis Ho0911.l Loan of 1582 624% 94125 54125 1 929,66628' 924,369.87 $19298.181 916,71.87 912,588.75 99,21125 96,208.75 98,727.50 92,580.09 51,770.11 61,102.50 9640.00 1280.00 9160-00 540.00 127,090.00 TABLE OF TOWN DEBT DECEMBER M,1933 SHOWING ANNUAL PAYMENTS OF PRINCIPAL TO BE RAISED BY REVENUE 1934 -1948 INCLUSIVE Tick .,6 [own BEA nae In 1914 I Pae In 1965 Leu In 1990 • 1 42500.00 1,000 4,50000 9,000.00 2,000.00 1,400.00 2,400.00 5,40090 1,400.00 1,90000 1,000001 8,000.11 1,000 1 5.00011 12,000 11 0.111 11 0.000 6.00011 8,000.00 23000.00 1,000.00 1.000.00 8.000.00 100000 2,00090 Dae 1e nal Due In AN Doe In teas yet Ie 1911 22000.00 1,00000 4500.0 300090 2.00000 1,000.00 2,00090 2,000.00 1,000.00 1000.00 1,00090. 6000.00 1,000.00 5000.00 12000.00 5,400.09 8,400.00 5,000,90 • , 557,500.00 yar Ie 1141 22000.00 1,112.1 I 4,50000 3,000.00 2.00000 1,000.00 200090 2,000.00 1,000.00 1,00090 1,900.00 6,000.00 1,000.00 6,400.00 052,50090 Dre 1n 1911 not In 1916 lax In 1911. Due In 1916 Dot fa 1910 nm In 1912 ! We In 10181 Tomo Twle • _ New Town OISce Bldg. Loan of 1088 Sewer Lean of 1927 School Const. 4: Remodeling Loan of 1925 Sewer Loan of 1915 Water Loan of 1920 Buckman Tavern Loan of 1915 Water Loan of 1923 Trunk Line Sewer Loan of 1923 Sewer Loan of 1928 Water Loan of 1927 Water Loan of 1927 Adams School AddltIon Loan of 1931 Sewer Loanof 1927 Water Loan of 1901 Franklin School Lean of 1920 Water Loan of 1930 Water Loan of 1980 Water Loan of 1980 Parker School Loan of 1919 School Houae Loan of 1924 Const. 16 Remodeling Water Loan of 1982 Sower Loan of 1970 Sewer Loan of 1931 Sewer Loon of 1927 Water Loan of 1931 School Conal- Loan of 1915 Public Works Bldg. Loan of 1980 Sower Loan of 1980 Trust Fund [Refunding] Loan 1910 Sewer Loan of 1925 Water Loan of 1980 W Street improvement Loan of 1924 Sewer Loan of 1924 Middlesex Co. Tuberculosis Hoa- pital Loan of 1932 400 1% 4% 4% 43493 434% 4% 4% 434% 4% 4% 83493 4% 834% 4% 45496 4% 456 4314% 4% 434% 83695 434% 4% 4359 4% 410% 4% 4% 4% 0 56 4% 4% 534% 52,500.10 1,000.00 4,500.00 3000.00 2,000.00 100091 2000.01 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000-00 1000.00 6,000.00 1,000.00 100000 02,000.00 1,000.00 8,000.00 3,000.00 3,5870.00 20,00090 4000.00 1,000.00 2,000.69 1000.00 3,000.0 2000.00 4,400, 300000 1000.00 8,000.00 60(0 00. 10000 1,000.00 13,000.00 6129,000.00 22,500.00 1000.00 4,500.20 3,00000 2,000.00 1,00000 2,000.00 8,400.00 1,000.00 1000.00 1,400.00 6,000.00 1,400.00 5,000.00 12,400.00 5090.00 8,000.00 6,000.00 3000.90 25,000.00 0,400.00 1,000, 0 2.000.20 1,000.00 2,400.20 2,000.00 4000.00 4000.00 1,000.00 6,0009 0 5,09000 22,600 1,000,0(I 4,500.00 8,000.00 2000.00 1,000.00 200000 3,000.00 1,000.00 2,000.00 1,000.00 6000.00 1,000.00 5000.00 12,000.00 6,000.00 0,000.00 6000.00 3,000.00 28,000.00 4,990,00 1,000.0 52,500.00 1,000.00 4,60000 8000.00 2009 100000 2000.00 8,000.00 1,000.00 1000.90 1,400.00 8,000.00 1,900.00 5000.00 12,000.00 5000.00 3,000.90 5,400.00 8,000.1X7 23.00000 $86.000.04 2,000.00 1,00-00 4500.00 8,400.00 2,900-09 1,400.00 2,40090 2,000.00 1,000.00 1,40099 1,000.00 6000.00 1,000.00 0,000.09 12,00000 500090 8,00090 5,000 9,000.00 25000.00 483,500.00 $2,400.00 1,000.00 4500.00 8000.00 2,90000 1,00190 2,000.00 2,000.00 1000.00 1,000.00 1,00.911 520,500.00, $2,0(0.00 1,000.00 4,50000 8,00000 2,000.00 1,000.00 2,200.09 2,000.00 51740000 $2.000.00 1000.00 4,600.00 8.000.00 2,000.00, 312000.00 22,000.00 1,900,00 4,50900 8,000.00 . 510.500.00 52,000.00 1000.00 48,000.00 $20 1 1,000.00 58000.001 $2,400.00 08,060.00 $82,500.00 11,000.00 51.000.0 80.000,00 22000-00 10000A0 20,000.00 25000.01 9,000.00 0.000.00 9,000.00 41.0090 002090 40000.00 35'000. 21,000 00 31,000.0000 15,000.00 18,900.00 158009.00 14'00'00 4,000.00 6.000,017 400000 9,00 00 4,000.00 8.000.00 6,00090 800000 0000.00 10,090.00 1000.00 1,00090 19,080.00 5766150000 Totals 8114,000.00 590000.02 090,020.00 SELECTMEN'S REPORT MOVEMENT OF TOWN DEBT 1914-1933 161 Debt at beginn- Debt paid Debt added Debt at close ing of year during year during year of year 1914 $336,150.00 $ 33,250.00 1915 308,900.00 1916 434,650.00 1917 399,400.00 1918 405,650.00 1919 373,500.00 1920 400,850.00 1921 380,200.00 1922 404,550.00 1923 394,700.00 1924 335,100.00 1925 726,450.00 1926 774,450.00 1927 766,250.00 1928 748,450.00 1929 740,450.00 1930 669,000.00 1931 904,500.00 1932 922,500.00 1933 852,500.00 $ 6,000.00 $308,900.00 30,250.00 156,000.00 434,650.00 38,250.00 3,000.00 399,400.00 38,750.00 45,000.00 405,650.00 43,150.00 11,000.00 373,500.00 42,650.00 70,000.00 400,850.00 43,1511.00 22,500.00 380,200.00 45,650.00 70,000.00 404,550.00 53,650.00 43,800.00 394,700.00 61,350.00 1,750.00 335,100.00 57,600.00 448,950.00 726,450.00 96,500.00 144,500.00 774,450.00 97,500.00 89,800.00 766,250.00 100,800.00 83,000.00. 748,450.00 98,000.00 90,000.00 740,450.00 101,450.00 30,000.00 669,000.00 84,600.00 320,000.00 904,500.00 117,000.00 135,000,00 922,500.00 116,000.00 46,000.00 852,500.00 125,000.00 29,000.00 756,500.00 162 TOWN OF LEXINGTON BALANCE SHEET — DECEMBER 31, 1933 Assets Cash on Hand and in Banks ».»... » .. ....,.__.,W Accounts Receivable -Taxes Real, Personal & Poll: Levy of 1930 Levy of 1931-__..w......w.».......... _. »... Levy of 1932 .............—._.....—.._.__._.. Levy of 1933 Motor Vehicle Excise: Levy of 1931. Levy of 1932 Levy of 1933 Old Age Assistance: Levy of 1933-- $183,195.52 $ 32.00 162.86 1,730.55 287,326.38 85.39 1,423.53 3,698.58 871.00 295,330.29 Accounts Receivable -Special Assessments Sewer added to Tax Bills 1933 ___ 2,483.92 Unapportioned Sewer 431.46 Street Betterments added to Tax Bills 1932 884.83 Street Betterments added to Tax Bills 1933 Sidewalk added to Tax Bill 1932 ..._.__.. Sidewalk added to Tax Bills 1933 -- Unapportioned Sidewalk ......».»..................,.. 4,890.04 17.17 201.99 202.03 8,611.44 Accounts Receivable -Departmental Health Public Welfare __-- Old ._,_._._.... Old Age Assistance _...._. »...____. . School —...------.— Munroe ... ..W» ......_—..._.»....Munroe Cemetery._.......»....M........_,.r._._-•_.. Westview Cemetery Sundry Sewer Maintenance .___........._.__ Water ... ._ �._. 1,193.36 16,590.48 2,541.22 1,358.62 219.00 1,990.94 127.54 4,382.20 23,374.90 Tax Titles Loans Authorized ........»».._...__.__.._—...................».».._.... Water Liens State Aid to Highways ...__._....__......._..».—____. County Aid to Highways _......... _...____..—....... Federal Aid to Sewer Accounts Overdrawn Overlay 1931 ._.........._......._.._.__.... .. 235.02 Snow Removal _.._.._..._.._._.........._. ..»M ».. 4,223.77 Public Welfare .......__..__....._.....».._ _ 3,456.31 51,778.26 64,969.80 50,000.00 1,398.34 1,250.00 350.00 11,000.00 7,915.10 675,798.75 SELECTMEN'S REPORT BALANCE SHEET—DECEMBER 31, 1933 Liabilities 163 Temporary Loans In Anticipation of Revenue $350,000.00 Unexpended Balances: Sewer Construction ........................-......... .............. $859.42 Waltham Street Damages _____ 109.00 Highway Construction -Wood Street ..._ 411.54 Highway Construction -Tucker Avenue — 71.03 New School -Franklin _..r.._ _ _ 274.50 Adams School -Addition ............................_ 79.97 Veterans Memorial Fund . 3,617.89 Committee on Permanent Memorials .. 800.00 Water Construction ...... 47.06 Munroe Cemetery -Perpetual Care Funds 1.29 Colonial Cemetery -Perpetual Care Funds 36.29 Westview Cemetery „209.45 Public Works -Labor & Material -Relief ._... 7,084.94 Printing & Publishing Revised Plumbing By -Laws _...._....._____.. ......,._. 207.00 Treasurer -Foreclosure & Redemption Tax Titles — 1,425.80 Complete Survey -Drainage Areas — 1,000.00 Sewer Construction -Trunk Line Federal– Grant Project ...._._._.__..__._..__._,._....__. 35,621.06 51,856.24 164 TOWN OF LEXINGTON DEFERRED REVENUE ACCOUNTS Apportioned Sewer Assessments not due $20,822.06 Overlay Reserved for Abatements : Levy of 1932 _....__._...._...._._...M.... 2,933.19 Apportioned Sidewalk Assessment; not due 911.45 Levy of 1933 _. _._,.. .. „ „„.. „„.. w „ . 7,892.38 10,825.57 Revenue Reserves -Available when collected: Motor Vehicle Excise Tax ...... 5,207.50 Departmental 24,021.16 Sewer Maintenance ... ..... 4,382.20 Special Assessment ._.._ _..,.. ._..__, ., 8,576.62 Water _._.. 24,773.24 Tax Titles 64,969.80 131,930.52 New Water Standpipe -Authorization 40,000.00 Sewer Construction -Trunk Line -Authorization Balance .... 10,000.00 Westview Cemetery -Sale of Lots Fund 2,633.84 Sewer Assessment Fund 3,363.24 Premiums ._..._ 144.15 Tailings (Checks drawn and uncalled for) 323.84 Old Age Assistance Tax (Due Commonwealth) 35.00 Water Department -Available Surplus 12,112.22 Old Age Assistance Tax 1932 .....__.__._...» 18.00 Sewer Assessments 1932 34.82 Excess and Deficiency 62,521.31 $675,798.75 Apportioned Street Betterment Assessments not due ..... 39,557.98 $61,291.49 SELECTMEN'S REPORT 165 168 TOWN OF LEXINGTON DEFERRED REVENUE ACCOUNTS Apportioned Sewer Assessments: Due in 1934 .... _... $3,714.99 Due in 1935 3,301.32 Due in 1936 __..._...._..., ...,._ 2,976.44 Due in 1937 2,564.97 Due in 1938 2,438.88 Due in 1939 ... ... ...... 1,896.86 Due in 1940 _.. ....» .. w.... _._......__.._...., 1,516.16 Due in 1941 ,».,..».,.,..,...._....»..,......,„„,„»» 1,372.80 Due in 1942 ....... .... 678.38 Due in 1943 ...._._...._,. _ ..» ......... _.... 361.26 Apportioned Sidewalk Assessments: Due in 1934 219.69 Due in 1935 .........._...._....__.._.,.._.__..... „._ 219.72 Due in 1936 ...._._ ._.........._... 116.98 Due in 1937 ....__.._ ......... „.... 98.87 Due in 1938 ._. _ .. .» . ._._ 66.29 Due in 1939 ._.._...._ _....__..........w._......__.. _ _... 66.29 Due in 1940 __..___.__....__.... Y ...._._ 66.29 Due in 1941 ... _.. » _.......... 43.81 Due in 1942 .»..» ......................W....._.__....._._......._ 13.51 Apportioned Street Betterment Assess- ments Due in 1934 6,648.69 Due in 1935 6,230.00 Due in 1936 „.....» _.... Y...__ 5,880.90 Due in 1937 .. .._. ..._».... 5,743.46 Due in 1938 __... ___...._. ..___...-....-5,630.23 Due in 1939 .._..._. 4,076.42 Due in 1940 ....m ._ m .... .... ..__„„2,900.47 Due in 1941 _........m ........ ... _1,682.31 Due in 815.50 20,822.06 911.45 39,557.98 $61,291.49 TRUST ACCOUNTS Trust Funds—Cash and Securities: In Custody of: Trustees of Public Trusts$ 74,156.70 Trustees of Bridge Charitable »Fund _.. _ ..._ 6,231.78 Trustees of Cary Memorial Library ---------- 21,969.22 Trustees of Cary Memorial Library Treasurer's Income Accounts ._... _...._..._._....... .._... » ...._ 911.23 $103,268.93 SELECTMEN'S REPORT TRUST ACCOUNTS Battle Green Fund (Orin W. Fiske) . ....,.._. Battle Green Fund (Edith C. Redman) Eleanor S. Beals Charity Fund ..,.--..-.,.,...._ Hallie C. Blake Prize Fund _..._._..._...._.........._..... Charles E. French Funds: School Medals .. $2,582.78 Colonial Cemetery Fund _ 2,04648 Jonas Gemmell Charity Fund .___..__._......._m_.... Harriet R. Gilmor Charity Fund _ ......... ... Hayes Fountain Fund ....,r_....__._...._.._...._.. Lexington High School Scholarship Fund George 0. Smith Park Fund ..__._._..._._._.. _. William Augustus Tower Memorial Park Fund Cemetery Perpetual Care Funds -Colonial Cemetery Perpetual Care Funds -Colonial (Income) Cemetery Perpetual Care Funds -Munroe ( Principal J Cemetery Perpetual Care Funds -Munroe (Income) .....- .�....-. ....,- .....__...._......... Cemetery Perpetual Care Funds -Westview (Principal) _.._.... , ...._M...._...... Cemetery Perpetual Care Funds -Westview Samuel J. Bridge Charity Fund ______ Elizabeth B. Gerry Charity Fund ._.._........__.. Cary Memorial Library General Fund ......... Maria Cary Library Fund ...............r...._..... Library Book Purchase Fund ._.__.......-.........,.- Beals Library Fund Alice Butler Cary Library Fund _,.........,. Laura M. Brigham Library Fund .-..,..._....__.M.. Goodwin Musical Collection Library Fund -. Jane Phinney Library Fund .-.„,-..-..... ..... Wellington Library Fund .------------- Robbins ---».,.......-..m.._...._...Robbins Library Fund ...._ , _.._....y w.,.- Paulina Burbank Pierce Library Fund Cary Memorial Library Income Accounts: General Fund .. _. _.....- ....� _..__ ......... East Lexington Branch......._._....__....w...................... Alice Butler Cary Fund _... _ _....... Jane Phinney Fund _....... _.. Goodwin Musical Collection Fund ..m...._..,_ ,. Laura Muzzey Brigham Fund $715.86 500.00 2,175.51 1,000.00 4,629.26 545.14 528.18 1,099.88 246.69 2,456.82 10,000.00 1,100.00 795.80 28,535.00 2,471.63 13,660.00 3,796.93 4,164.24 2,067.54 11,223.54 354.31 1,000.00 1,100.00 2,440.00 3,025.00 525.00 124.19 1,077.18 100.00 1,000.00 393.71 106.84 167.67 36.92 15.86 190.23 169 $74,156.70 6,231.78 170 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Detailed Accounts Showing Appropriations, Transfers, Receipts and Disbursements ABATEMENT OF TAXES -OVERLAY 1931 Balance January 1, 1933 ....- ._ — 0.00 Abatements by Assessors: Real & Personal Taxes _._--..__.__- 235.02 Overdraft forward December 31, 1933 .,.._. $235.02 ABATEMENT OF TAXES -OVERLAY 1932 Balance January 1, 1933 ----- — $8,765.18 Abatements by Assessors: Real and Personal Taxes —...-......-_._....,_.,.,„.. $5,089.99 Poll Taxes„.„,.,..„.„,._.,......._.__.,....-..-..,......--...,.-.......... 742.00 5,832.99 Balance forward December 31, 1933 --- $2,933.19 ABATEMENT OF TAXES -OVERLAY 1933 Overlaying Assessment by Assessors for 1933 Abatements by Assessors: Real and Personal Taxes ....___.._.,-...__ ..� Balance forward December 31, 1933 ACCOUNTING DEPARTMENT 21,969.22 Credits Appropriation —__ Transferred from Reserve Fund by Vote of Appropriation Committee 911.23 $103,268.93 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Salary: Accountant __._ ... _..._.. . Clerk Clerical Assistance ____.,_..,.....w„„..... $2,750.00 144.00 12.70 $10,118.13 2,225.75 $7,892.38 $3,075.00 200.00 $3,275.00 SELECTMEN'S REPORT Office Equipment Office Supplies Binding Records. ......... ._...._ ...... 303.95 58.18 6.00 • $3,274.83 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account _. .. _.-.. - .17 171 3,275.00 ADMINISTRATION OF TRUST FUNDS Appropriation ...-. Credits Debits Payment on Selectmen's Warrants: Safety Deposit Box Rent Expense Preparing Reports �•. Typewriting services --- Balance, .-. Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account __--.- Appropriation .M_._...».... Appropriation $65.00 $5.00 50.00 5.00 172 TOWN OF LEXINGTON ASSESSOR'S DEPARTMENT Credits Appropriation Transferred from Revenue Fund by vote of - Appropriation Committee .... Debits Payment on Selectmen's Warrants: Assessors' salary - ........_ Assistant Assessor's salary ----- Clerk Clerk M __._....._w ............ .... » Clerical assistance ...........»...._.......... .,._....._.W. Stationery, postage, printing & Office supplies..........� ....._...........�........ Listing polls „ ..... ... Real Estate Transfer Fees . _.- ....... Expenses for Assessors' Convention and meetings _...._.... __......... ... ..._.... $1,000.00 2,687.50 1,067.00 204.60 271.13 188.00 129.35 5.50 $60.00 $5,553.08 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to 5.00 55.00 Revenue Account.50 ANIMAL INSPECTION Credits Debits Payment on Selectmen's Warrant: Salary of Inspector ....__...-............ Appropriati on $500.00 $500.00 500.00 APPROPRIATION COMMITTEE Credits Debits Payment on Selectmen's Warrants: Printing, stationery & postage -.- Clerical services . .._._.._._..... $66.00 19.30 125.00 AUDITING MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS Credit Appropriation Debit Payment on Selectmen's Warrant: Commonwealth of Massachusetts .......... BOARD OF APPEALS Credits Appropriation Debits Payment on Selectmen's Warrant: Postage_...._._._..................._.__....___._..._...._. Public notices .,,. . Clerical services ......... RecordBook_..._..__..........._...._W._...._....W_. $60.00 20.50 36.00 10.05 126.55 $5,360.00 193.58 $5,553.58 5,553.58 $1,527.96 1,527.96 3225.00 $85.30 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account .._...._.__ 98.45 Revenue Account -. . ..-. 39.70 125.00 225.00 Appropriation SELECTMEN'S REPORT BUILDING INSPECTION Credits Debits Payment on Selectmen's Warrants: Salary of Inspector . ........ ....... ___._.......... »..... .....».»» Allowance to Inspector for use of auto ... Stationery and supplies ....,� Premium on Bond .......................__.._ Miscellaneous supplies ....._.._w...........__ $1,045.00 100.00 22.90 5.00 5.75 173 $1,250.00 $1,178.65 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account ..................._....». .... „ 71.35 1,250.00 CEMETERY MAINTENANCE-MUNROE Credits Appropriation Debits Payment on Selectmen's Warrants: Salary of Superintendent „....._...._...._.._ Clerk_ ...„...._..._...... ....... Labor.._._...... _....__._ Fertilizer, seeds, shrubs & loam ........ Equipment & repairs ..M_......».. __.» Office supplies, printing, stationery and postage„...._...._.._.... .„..„.» Water $250.00 50.00 979.63 95.07 369.97 25.58 29.67 $1,800.00 $1,799.92 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account ..„....„.».. .08 1,800.00 CEMETERY MAINTENANCE-WESTVIEW Credits Balance, January 1, 1933 . Appropriation ....._....»....»...._ From Sale of Lots Fund Debits Payment on Selectmen's Warrants: Salary of Superintendent .. Clerk Labor $450.00 50.00 2,618.07 $760.58 1,000.00 2,500.00 $4,260,58 174 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Fertilizer, seeds, shrubs & loam _»__....._._ 473.06 Markers - 11.10 Equipment & repairs 331.23 Office supplies, printing, stationery and postage ».........._ Water --- Truck . Truck Hire Insurance Balance, December 31, 1938 forward to 1934 11.75 83.92 11.00 11.00 4,051.13 $209.45 CEMETERY PERPETUAL CARE FUNDS-MUNROE (Principal) Credits Receipts: From Edward C. Bailey „. From Mabel Saunders.._.._..._..._ From Estate Charles E. Nelson From Estate Leeman S. Kimball Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: To Trustees of Public Trusts $200.00 100.00 100.00 100.00 $500.00 500.00 CEMETERY PERPETUAL CARE FUNDS-WESTVIEW (Principal) Credits Receipts: From Mrs. Henry Bowker From Albert H. Burnham _________ From Lawrence H. Burnham -.- From From David Kirkbright From Mary A. Welch & Mary G. Mullen ... From James M. Ahearn ._._._.._.__..,_...__.„ From Albert J. Egan From Joseph R. Lawson, Jr. _ .. From Alice Smith From Meriam D. Stimets From Mary H. Gorman -- From Addie C. Cook From Caroline A. Holt From Susan MacDonald ...._.._...„,..„.„.....„„ From Melleth Canessa From William H. Nash From Grace G. Merriam ..........„......„.-».__..._.__ From Elizabeth Latter - ,.„-,„.„.„„ $18.00 36.00 72.00 18.00 35.75 33.25 36.00 36.00 18.00 80.00 81.50 36.00 72.00 18.00 18.00 36.00 71.50 18.00 SELECTMEN'S REPORT From Charles Moloy..... —.— From Charles A. Tracey From E. Melee DeVeau & Mary M. Heath From Richard N. Taliaferro Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Trustees Public Trusts .....—.—___- 175 18.00 57.00 72.00 18.00 $899.00 899.00 CEMETERY PERPETUAL CARE FUNDS—COLONIAL (Income) Credits Balance, January 1, 1933. _. .____». Received from Trustees of Public Trusts: Interest Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Labor„ �.. Balance, Dec. 31, 1933forward to 1934 — $7.66 125.00 $132.66 96.37 $36.29 CEMETERY PERPETUAL CARE FUNDS—MUNROE (income) Credits Balance, January 1, 1933 . — Received from Trustees of Public Trusts - Interest ...._-__,......_ .. ...._...._.._. Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Labor —_—_—._—: ---...-- Shrubs and loam ._. .„ Balance, Dec. 31, 1933 forward to 1934 ..— $26.18 1000.00 $1,026.18 $941.00 83.89 1,024.89 CLARKE STREET (DRAIN) Credit Balance January 1, 1933 —.---------- Debit Transfer to Excess & Deficiency by Vote of Town March 20, 1933 .... _ __....._ 1.29 1.62 176 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Appropriation Refund ..,......._. COLLECTOR OF TAXES Credits Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Collector's Salary .....__..............._..._.. Clerk........................ M..._..._._.............._...._.....„. Clerical Assistance .......__...._...._ ....._...._...._.., ,, Stationery, postage, printing & Office sup- plies»._...._...._..».._..__..._...._..._......_._.... Advertising, Recording Fees etc. ._...._. Premium on Bonds....._...._......_.___..__.._....� _ $1,942.50 1,091.33 508.00 597.33 533.85 396.00 $5,072.50 1.74 5,074.24 $5,069.01 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account .........................-._.._.._ ..........-..... 5.23 5,074.24 COMMITTEE ON PERMANENT MEMORIALS To Veterans of all 'Wars—To Secure Designs Credit Balance, January 1, 1933 Debit No expenditures_..._...._...„........w.__...._...._..„....�.„.... Balance, December 31, 1933, forward to 1934 ........._...._..... W ,._...._.—..._.... ._ $800.00 $800.00 CONTRIBUTIONS FROM TOWN EMPLOYEES Credits Contributions Refunds..... ................».„......_...... _..__.......... _.„.......... .... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Labor—Public Welfare .„ Labor—unemployment 1.62 Sundries ...... w._.... „.._._ $18,018.40 28.50 $18,046.90 $5,093.00 12,952.75 1.15 18,046.90 SELECTMEN'S REPORT COUNTY OF MIDDLESEX TAX Credit From Revenue 1933 - Debit Paid on Selectmen's Warrant: To Treasurer of Middlesex County 177 $26,207.37 26,207.37 COUNTY OF MIDDLESEX -SPECIAL TAX - TUBERCULOSIS CASES Credit Appropriation Debit Paid on Selectmen's Warrant: To Treasurer of Middlesex County ._. „ .. $3,170.90 3,170.90 COUNTY OF MIDDLESEX—DOG LICENSES Credit Received Dog License fees from Town Clerk Debit Paid en Selectmen's Warrants: To Treasurer of Middlesex County DENTAL CLINIC Credits Appropriation........._..........„. „..._._,....._».....,..._.._.._ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Salary of Dentist . » »—___.... _ ._.... ...$ 960.00 Salary of Assistant 588.00 Supplies 50.95 Laundry _ _ __.._....._„.m......__.._..... 15.35 Repairs & Equipment Y._.._»„ » ..__. 4,80 Stationary .„ ___._.__ „. „.__ ._.__ 5.23 $1624.33 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account _ _...__ . _„.„.. .67 178 TOWN OF LEXINGTON DOG OFFICER Credit Appropriation --- Debit —» Debit Paid on Selectmen's Warrant: Salary of Dog Officer — Appropriation ELECTIONS & REGISTRATIONS Credits Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Salaries of Registrars $200.00 Election officers _.--._._.r .,„ »„.„. 497.00 Clerical services _ ....,„ „„„,„,_„. _, _ 39.50 Constable services _...___ .._..._ . _ — 14.00 Labor _ ____ 9.00 Stationery, postage and supplies —. 139.36 Printing and advertising .._. .,,„ „. ,„„ „ 96.50 Electrician's services ._.....»..........» _.. 10.50 $1,912.40 $1005.86 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account „_ . » » _..__. _ 44.14 1,912.40 $1,625.00 1,625.00 Appropriation — ENGINEERING DEPT. Credit Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Salary of Town Engineer Clerks Automobile expense . ...»_..._ »„»._.. _.._.. Field & Office supplies Allowance to Engineer for auto ...__.—._ Repairs to Equipment _..----- Rent __..__._._ »Rent of Equipment -- Automobile ..»Automobile __...___..._....._ . �„ _.. . 2,886.00 5,977.80 179.20 517.12 200.00 24.80 27.45 476.00 10.00 $10,298.37 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account .......__ „...„.,„„..»..»»»„.„._..» 1.63 $50.00 50.00 $1050.00 $1,050.00 $10,300.00 $10,300.00 SELECTMEN'S REPORT FEDERAL EMERGENCY RELIEF FUNDS (KNITTERS) Credit Received from Commonwealth of Masachu- setts..._._ .......... _._... .._ .. . Debit Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Pay Rolls of Knitters .w..... - FIRE DEPT. Credits Appropriation ---.----- Transferred .. - Transferred from Reserve Fund by vote of Appropriation Committee ----.- Debits Paid on Selectmen's Warrant: Salaries & Wages: Engineers Regular men Call men Extra -Duty Substitutes for regular men Equipment, Repairs, Fuel & Light Apparatus Hose Equipment for men Gasoline & oil Alarm boxes etc. Shop equipment Fuel Light & power $708.34 21,276.17 4816.06 33.00 162.00 $26,995,57 $1,289.43 476.38 281.17 237.50 2,723.32 91.13 612.85 574.77 Maintenance of Buildings & Grounds and other expenses: Repairs to Buildings Furniture & Fixtures Laundry Water & Sewer Stationery, printing, postage & Office supplies Telephone Lumber Medicine & Medical attendance Rent 1,147.12 670.53 172.05 88.78 166.18 296.40 20.50 33.11 25.00 6,236.55 179 $88.40 $38.40 $35,950.00 47.25 $85,997.25 180 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Ice Periodicals Allowance to Chief for use of auto 7.88 4.25 183.32 2,765.12 35,997.24 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account .. .. ...._ ................_...._.. .01 $35,997.25 FIRE STATION -NEW HEADQUARTERS (For Architect's Plans & Contractor's Bids) Credit Balance January 1, 1938 Debit Transferred to Excess & Deficiency Account by vote of Town August 14, 1933 ...... $500.00 500.00 FORECLOSURE & REDEMPTION OF TAX TITLES HELD BY TOWN Credit Appropriation ......M Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Recording Fees ....w_ .......,._„_.._....�... Clerical Assistance ...... _ .... Balance, December 31, 1933 forward to 1934 FOREST FIRES Credit Appropriation $70.20 4.00 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Fighting Fires ___.._„ _.__.._.....4230.40 Apparatus 75.00 Hose _._»........ .. ........ 293.75 $1,500.00 74.20 $1,425.80 $700.00 SELECTMEN'S REPORT 181 182 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Repairs to equipment „ . „ .,.„. 28,96 Lunches_.__._...._ ......,............. _.. _............... 3.70 Supplies._ _ ...-, .....». »,....._....__,...._ ....._.m 66.75 $698.56 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account _ ___......... _.. 1.44 GARBAGE COLLECTION Credit Debit Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Garbage collection by contract -------$4,237.47 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account . „................._....__....„ .„... 212.53 HEALTH DEPT. Credit Appropriation......._.m_..._...._..........w_....__..„..... „.., 700.00 $4,450.00 HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION—ALLEN STREET Credit Balance, January 1 1933 ..— Debit Debit Transferred to Excess & Deficiency by vote of Town March 20, 1933 ,......._....._____.__ $5,49 5.49 HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION—CRESCENT HILL AVE. Credit Balance, January 1, 1933 w._...„„_ Debit Transferred to Excess & Deficiency by vote 4,450.00 of Town March 20, 1933 --------- $9,200.00 3.04 3.04 HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION — INDEPENDENCE AVE. Credit Debits Balance, January 1, 1933 ___--------- Payments ___.....„„.,„ „...,„„„,...._„„ Pa ments on Selectmen's Warrants: Debit General Administration: Printing, stationery & postage ........„_„...., $220.22 Transferred to Excess & Deficiency by vote Quarantine & Contagious Diseases: of Town March 20, 1933 --- Medical attendance ________ 410.75 $ .36 $ .36 Analysis of Water _.. _.._.__ 60.00 Drugs & medicine ..... _ ........ ,_ 117.73 Hospitals (contagious cases) .„,.. 552.00 1,140.48 HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION—SMITH AVE. Tuberculosis: Credit Middlesex County Sanitarium Balance, January 1, 1933 .._w„.....»...„..,„—._,„ (Tuberculosis Cases) ..__......._,.,.„4,907.07 State Institutions: Debit (Tuberculosis Cases) ..,..._,„...„..„.. 953.79 5,860.86 Inspection & other Expenses: Salary of Inspector .....„.„„............... 500.00 Equipment & supplies _._.._._ • 52.02 Burying dead animals .„»...,„.....–w 70.00 Serving nottces .... „......... ._. 2.00 Milk Inspection January 1-24 _19.43 Analysis __._.._...... ..._...... ____________ 94.00 737.45 $7,959.01 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account 1,240.99 Transferred to Excess & Deficiency by vote of Town March 20, 1933 ___.__....____............ $46.81 46.31 HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION — TUCKER AVE. Credit Balance, January 1, 1933 „ _ _..._._._ $71.03 No Debits 9,200,00 Balance, December 31, 1933, forward to 1934 71.03 SELECTMEN'S REPORT HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION — WOOD STREET Credits Balance from 1932 ....... Appropriation . _».._._...__. County Allotment .___._...� .. _ State Allotment ....» ...._._�_.� Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Labor Stone and gravel --- _ —.—._.._. Asphalt, tarvia and oil Pipe Other material ... » Land taken and damages _. — Balance, December 31, 1933, forward to 1934 Appropriation $3,018.40 6,372.53 3,118.84 289.49 347.38 500.00 HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE Credit Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Salary of Superintendent --- Office ._-Office Supplies Labor Truck Hire Gasoline, oil, equipment & repairs Stone and Gravel .. _.» _ .... Other material Allowance to Supt. for use of car --- Telephone W _ w Tarvia and oil Fuel Damages __ New Truck $2,220.00 12.00 19,571.35 317.00 5,866.68 5,833.21 1,439.40 200.00 78.00 4,998.03 81.69 17.50 895.60 $41,530.46 Balance, December 31,. 1933 transferred to Revenue Account 1,289.54 HYDRANT RENTALS Credit Appropriation Debit Hydrant Rentals to Water Dept. __._._. 183 $258.18 5,000.00 3,400.00 5,400.00 $14,058.18 13,646.64 411.54 $42,820.00 42,820.00 $7,455.00 7,455.00 184 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Appropriation Refunds ... » INSURANCE Credits Debits Paid on Selectmen's Warrant: Premiums paid -$5,482.14 Balance, December 31, -1:933-;;;;;I;;;;;1—to Revenue Account ...........» ...........» .... 1,692.84 INTEREST ON DEBT Credits Appropriation . From Water Maintenance .. Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Temporary Loans in Anticipation of Revenue_..._.._....__...._..........w»... ....».. $12,556.84 General Loans ....... „ ..._ .....» ...._3,366.25 Highway Loans .._.w.__. ... ... » .... 80.0D School Loans _....»...... ...._.„ ...,„__...._._ 15,695.00 Sewer Loans 4,207.50 10,158.75 Taxes paid in advance .. _._ ... ..._69.73 $46,134.07 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account 1,124.68 LAW DEPT. Credits $7,000.00 174.98 $7,174.98 $7,174.98 $37,100.00 10,158.76 $47,258.75 47,258.75 Appropriation.......»........m...__._...__.... .._ $2.00 Appropriation .._._ ._..._._._..... _..._ ..._.. ..._ 2,425.00 $2,427.00 SELECTMEN'S REPORT Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Town Counsel's Salary .._.__..—......__._... Profesional services of Town Counsel — Printing_._._ ._..__._...___....._...._ _........._.._ Witness Fees . _.. Louis & Hatties Vanderwoude -Land Damages -Tucker Ave...... Filing Fees ... Stenographic services . „.. _ . _.._..... $925.00 260.00 1.32 15.00 350.00 30.00 426.20 $2,007.52 Balance, December 31, 1933, transferred to Revenue Account ...__._„.....,„.„.„„„....,..„.... 419.48 185 186 TOWN OF LEXINGTON LOANS IN ANTICIPATION OF REVENUE Credits Balance outstanding January 1, 1933 — Borrowed in 1933 .„..„„ .�„ „.„......... __ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Loans paid in 1933 2,427.00 Balance, Dec. 31, 1933, forward to 1934 LIBRARIES — CARY MEMORIAL AND BRANCH Credits Appropriation From Middlesex County, Account Dog Li- censes (See vote of Town April 3, 1933) Refunds .... , . Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Salaries: Salary of Librarian $1,665.00 Assistants ._.._..,.»„.„„.,.»„..._.._.._— 5,348.50 Janitors . _ _ _....___ _ 1,268.00 Treasurer ._..__. „. _ _..._ 16.66 Substitutes ...» »...._.__...... , ,. 74.25 Telephone._._..._.._...._....�....______.. _„ Office Supplies Fuel Furniture and Furnishings „...w Water and Sewer ._ _......_..____...._._...._ ._.__ Cartage Janitors' Supplies and Laundry — Books Newspapers and Periodicals Printing and miscellaneous supplies _____ Sundries --- $8,372.41 109.56 39.30 741.64 912.42 925.28 117.68 40.33 58.25 56.48 5.00 1,007.20 225.57 147.95 318.53 .35 $13,077.90 Balance, December 31, 1933, transferred to Revenue Account .11 $11,048.50 1,804.87 224.64 $13,078.01 13,078.01 Appropriation MATURING DEBT. Credit Debits $295.000.00 850,000.00 $1,145,000.00 795,000.00 $350,000.00 $125,000.00 Payments on Selectmen's warrants: General Loans „..._ ,.__._._._._..._ _ $21,500.00 Highway Loans . _....._..._.__ _ 1,000.00 School Loans .. w„._ ._. „wW...._.W_ .._._. _ ...._.. 50,500.00 Sewer Loans _ _._....__.._..._ ..... 17,000.00 Water Loans .....»........».....»„. ,„.„...„.„„„„..,,„.„.. 35,000.00 125,000.00 Appropriation — MEMORIAL DAY Credit Debit Paid on SeIectmen's Warrant: Paid to John N. Morse, Quartermaster, Post 119 G.A.R. METROPOLITAN SEWER TAX Credit From Revenue Debit Payment on Selectmen's Warrants: To Commonwealth of Massachusetts W,........ $250.00 250.00 $4,715.02 4,715.02 SELECTMEN'S REPORT METROPOLITAN WATER TAX Credit Transferred from Water Maintenance Ac- count ._.. .. �... ..._. _ .� , _._.... Debit Payment on Selectmen's Warrant: To Commonwealth of Massachusetts ___ MILITARY AID Credit Appropriation ... _ ---•_ -•-. Debit (None) Balance, December 31, 1933, transferred to Revenue Account .. _ _._...� ....� MOTH AND INSECT SUPPRESSION Credits Appropriation ___... ... .._._„„ ....__.__._ . Transferred from Reserve Fund by vote of Appropriation Committee ....... ....,, Debits Payment on Selectmen's Warrants: Salary and Wages ...—._....._. $410.00 Labor .___ w .. .._._ .._..- 1,344.10 Insecticide _ ...._. _._.__ ... ._.. ._..._..._._ Repairs to Sprayer ______._ ----- Equipment Gasoline, oil and sundries ------ 187 . $26,515.51 26,515.51 $100.00 188 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Cash Grants ... __.._�.......„ Printing, postage & stationery —...—.- Fuel _ ._....... _.. Medicine & Medical attendance ------ To ...............To other Cities and Towns for aid _..... Funeral Expenses _.._ .. ......w_.._... .... ». $9,503.73 14.48 273.00 21.50 574.28 100.00 $10,486.99 Balance, December 31, 1933, transferred to Revenue Account ........._............. ...w ., w........_ 13.01 OLD AGE ASSISTANCE TAX Credits Balance, January 1, 1933 ._, Adjustments by State Examiners ... 100.00 Old Age Assistance Tax 1933 ..... $2,025.00 22.60 $2,047.60 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: To Commonwealth of Massachusetts ...... Balance, December 31, 1933, forward to 1934 10,500.00 843.00 63.00 3,235.00 $3,341.00 3,306.00 35.00 OTHER FINANCE OFFICES & ACCOUNTS Credits Transferred from Reserve Fund by vote of $1,754.10 Appropriation Committee ----- Premium on Trunk Line Sewer Loan of $25,000.00 .... ._._� __._ .._.__ ... , ....� . 65.59 91.60 23.75 112.56 OLD AGE ASSISTANCE Credits Appropriation ...� ... _....__....- ......_ Transferred from Reserve Fund by vote of Appropriation Committee ..—.... ---- 2,047.60 $10,000.00 500.00 $10,500.00 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Certifying notes ... ._.. _... _.....w 131.00 $174.85 Transferred to Premium Account ._._........... 144.15 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account _,..........-........_-......._._... 50.00 $176.50 192.50 1369.00 $369.00 SELECTMEN'S REPORT 189 190 TOWN OF LEXINGTON PARKS AND PLAYGROUNDS Debit Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Credits William P. Wright .„».....„».....».„„„.»...„.„.». Appropriation »...........»..».. $9,875.80 From W. A. Tower Trust Fund 460.00 From E, C. Redman Battle Green Fund.»..».. 15.11 Debits PENSIONS - POLICE DEPT. 10,350.91 Credit Appropriation ..........».. „ .M ... _...„„.. ._. $1,095.00 Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Debit Salary and Wages _.._.....___._._....»........ Salary of Superintendent .......» $1,531.80 Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Clerk ... „..... ._ _ ._.._...._- 56.25 Patrick J. Maguire _ ._._ 1,095.00 Labor »» »8,352.31 Playground Instructors -1,074.00 6,014.36 1,107.81 Telephone _... ». •- _••-••-w 66.25 Gasoline and equipment _.. . ..... .„_ 3,640.48 Fertilizer and seed ..._ .....»._..._...._ 186.11 Trees and shrubs . _.„w._...._....._ ...... ........_.. 53.28 Water.....--•--.._..__.__....»».„ .._... _....._........_» 70.38 Light._.... ._......._ _.....-...._._..._.» w._, 135.29 Stationery & Printing 30.84 Transportation 150.00 Miscellaneous ..... . ...._ 1.12 $10,848.06 Balance, December 31, 1938 transferred to Revenue Account » ........ _...._._ 2.85 10,350.91 PATRIOTS DAY (APRIL 19T11) Credit Appropriation ..........__.._...._.._....__._......._ _..._ $250.00 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Refreshments . W....__..,__....w ..... ........_..... 36.20 Prizes .....__...._.......M........». „. ».._.,....„ . 31.05 Music .... ...._...._........... „.....».... .._ 160.00 Flowers 10.00 Duck for Band Stand .....__.. .....»......._.._W__._ 8.75 Postage -Telephone Calls, etc. _. 4.00 PENSIONS - FIRE 1)EPT. Credit Appropriation 250.00 PLANNING BOARD Credit Appropriation ..... ..._ ._.. __._... .... �._._ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Printing, stationery, postage and adver- tising $89.76 Mass. Federation of Planning Boards ..._.._ 15.00 Clerical services............_...»..».............»»„......»»..........».. 44.00 Professional services 50.00 $198.76 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account - „„,„„ _,.» 51.24 PLUMBING INSPECTION Credit Appropriation Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Salary of Inspector __.__..._ __...»._..._..___ $875.00 . Expenses of Inspector „...._..__...__.._ _ ... _ 50.00 POLICE DEPT. Credit $1,107.81 Appropriation .._._....._.,„........_...„...._._..,,, $250.00 250.00 $925.00 925.00 $31,900.00 SELECTMEN'S REPORT Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Salaries and Wages: Salary of Chief $2,775.00 Patrolmen 25,877.34 Matron mm__ 20.00 Waltham Officers for April 19th .,...,........ 49.00 $28,221.34 Taxi and Ambulance Service ........ 88.50 Equipment for men - .„..........- 183.23 Allowance to Chief for use of auto _,W.......„. 200.00 Medicine & Medical attendance ..-...,..- 32.50 Repairs to equipment -& miscellaneous supplies,,.........,,._._____.......,,,...-.._.____... __. 41.96 Auto expense ._....„...,,,,..._..._.__._.....-__.....__.. 1,211.52 Spot Light _.W 25.00 Riot Gun _ ..,.,.„...._._„__._......_._ ......_._.,......- 25.00 Outdoor Gun 29.80 Town of Arlington -Radio Broadcasting ...... 225.00 Automobile & Station Radio repair - 63.75 Automobiles __. w .._„M -_..-_. 607.40 Stationery, postage & Office supplies - 116.22 Telephone .,„...,.._.,..».„..,.,,_._...._..__.......... 771.32 Meals for officers _„_.____.,............... 20.25 Meals for prisoners _...„.„,-...,..-....__._._. 36.30 $31,899.09 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account .,...___._.____..._...__....„....,... .91 Appropriation ..... _. POSTURE CLINIC Credit Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Lexington Public Health Association --- Professional services of physicians -.- 375.00 125.00 191 31,900.00 $500.00 500.00 PRINTING & PUBLISHING REVISED PLUMBING BY-LAWS OF THE TOWN Credits Appropriation W - w •-- $253.00 From Excess & Deficiency by vote of Town October 16, 1933 ---------- 72.00 325.00 192 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: First Publication .,....._,m..„„....,._....,„..__ ....».. Reprints,._...,. „..._,,..,........,. ._..„...M „„.._...,....,...„... Line Plate _.... „ ......_._.._ „..».....r_� ...._ Balance December 31, 1933, forward to 1934 PUBLIC WELFARE Credits,„„.._,. Appropriation _._...._,..„.__._.....,,.... Appropriation . ..._._ Transferred from Excess & Deficiency by vote of Town October 16, 1933 Refunds _ _...._.... ----- Overdraft -Emergency declared by the Board of Selectmen December 12, 1933 ._._...._..,. Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Salary & Wages: Salary of Agent .......... Clerical Assistance .......... 90.00 12.00 16.09 $1,300.00 680.58 $1,980.58 Stationery, printing & postage ....,_,.,,_ 153.98 Groceries, Provisions & clothing _....,.,.„.,,...... 6,693.23 Coal, wood, oil, electricity & gas _,„.__..._,,,., 4693.47 Board, care and rent --__-._, 9,172.86 Medicine & medical attendance ...,,_....._.__. 808.89 Care in State Institutions ....,,._._..__„,_-_...,„„. 99.14 Cash Grants _.._..,_,_.,„.,„„,,,.._ ___._,.,..„...,.._.._ 24,996.65 Moving expense .,.. _ __m„„...,...„...._.._,_,.,,„ 46.00 Taxi service �._„... 22.70 Co-op. Bank Int. _____..,,,„......_....____.„„„,.,_,. 162.00 Ambulance service .._._,.........,__.. 80.00 To Towns for aid rendered .. „.... 964.94 Dental expense „_ ., „.,.,,.„......._..,.„,..„.,,„, 15.00 To Cities for aid rendered -------- 666.15 Hospital expense „_..._.-„ 655.24 Cash Grants -Mothers' Aid 2,072.62 $58,233.45 Overdraft 1932 „....._... w._....._ ..... _........., 2,300.86 118,00 $207.00 30,000.00 10,000.00 12,000.00 78.00 3,456.31 $55,534.31 $55,534.31 SELECTMEN'S REPORT PUBLIC WORKS— SUPERINTENDENT'S OFFICE Credit Appropriation ..... » ». Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Salary and Wages: Salary of Superintendent ..... $3,250.00 936.00 $4,186.00 Stationery, postage, printing and Office supplies __...._...._._.._.» ._ ».. . » 85.43 Office Equipment . .. ........ ». »........., 6.83 Repairs to Office Equipment ............. .... 13.72 Premium on Bond 5.00 Allowance for auto expense »»....»»»......_........ 200.00 $4,496.98 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account 3.02 193 $4,500.00 194 TOWN OF LEXINGTON PUBLIC WORKS— EQUIPMENT & MATERIAL — UNEMPLOYMENT Credits Balance, January 1, 1933 ..»......... Debit Transferred to Excess & Deficiency by vote of Town March 20, 1933 ......._....._ _ $20.98 20.98 PUBLIC WORKS -LABOR & MATERIAL -RELIEF Credit Appropriation —..-- Debits Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Material..........._.._._._............._.......-__,..... ...._ $289.97 Labor _.— ......—__.. 5,050.75 4,500.00 Equipment ... .._ ...._.. _ ... — - ._ 574.34 PUBLIC WORKS BUILDING EQUIPMENT & REPAIRS Credit Balance, January 1, 1933 Debit: Transferred to Excess & Deficiency by vote of Town March 20, 1933 .._.__ _.. ..... $.26 .26 PUBLIC WORKS BUILDING -OPERATION Credit Appropriation Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Labor......_._ __ ... _.. ......»......___._. Telephone .._ ... W_._..__........_..._ _._.. Equipment and repairs „.._...m» .... _ Light and power Fuel __...._. Maintenance -Building and Grounds - Supplies..... _. »_........_.._W ._._...._.... ..._. .._. Stationery .._. _ .... ...._..„_._._ Landscape Architect __.....�...._w...._..�.... $2,800.93 188.98 438.35 795.78 439.94 143.21 2.18 3.00 50.00 $4,862.32 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account ........... 7.68 $4,870.00 4,870.00 Balance, December 31; 1933, forward to 1934 $13,000.00 6,915.06 $7,084.94 REMOVAL OF ASHES AND CARE OF DUMPS Credit Appropriation....__.......»»......._.......W__._...__ _.. Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Supplies _. ..... _ ...._........_.._.._ $1,510.40 4.88 1,515.28 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account ._.......... .....___.... 684.72 RESERVE FUND Credit Appropriation .»__............__.......__ .. .....___._ Debits Transfers by vote of Appropriation Com- mittee: Sewer Maintenance .. ». ___...._. _ $1,000.00 Accounting Department ...__.....—.._.._.» 200.00 Old Age Assistance » . _.._ _ ._. 500.00 Soldiers Relief _ 75.00 $2,200.00 2,200.00 $2,500.00 SELECTMEN'S REPORT Wire Inspection . _._. .,_._._......._,.„ 12.50 Selectmen's Department ....._._.......„„„„„„-„.. 100.00 Other Finance Offices & Accounts „._____ 176.50 Moth Suppression „.„,...„..»......_._„....„„...__.„. 22.60 Wire Inspection ....- ,„„,___._._.„,„„ _ 2.90 Assessor's Department _._..„,_....._._,.._..,», 193.58 Fire Department ......._ „_.._._..,__, 47.25 195 $2,330.33 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account _.„„, , ..... 169.67 $2,500.00 SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION ADAMS SCHOOLADDITION Credit Forward from 1932 _,..,. ..,.. ».r ._....r „. „ ..,.,.».„ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Sprinkler Miscellaneous expenses Balance, December 31, 1933, forward to 1934 $20.08 169.05 SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION NEW SCHOOL HOUSE -FRANKLIN Credit Forward from 1932 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Furniture and Furnishings ,_ _...__...._.. $128.10 Miscellaneous expenses ._.. __._., ........___.. 320.16 Balance, December 31, 1933, forward to 1934 SCHOOL MAINTENANCE Credit Appropriation Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: General Expense: Salary of Superintendent Secretaries and clerks - Attendance Officer „...- Office supplies -printing stationery & postage ..... Telephone .„„_..__ r._._, Traveling expenses ..---- $4,296.00 1,969.83 188.00 114.00 496.26 515.85 $269.10 189.13 $79.97 $722.76 448.26 $274.50 $209,175.78 196 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Nurse & transportation _.._ 1,798.00 Physicians ___._ _ __ »» ... 945.00 Health supplies .».»....__._._.._ 43.41 $10,366.35 Teachers salaries: Salaries of Teachers -High». $76,865.41 Salaries of Teachers Elementary Schools ...»_,.„ 74,565.44 Salaries of Teachers Americanization _ ,,,, „ 160.00 151,590.85 Text Books and Supplies: Text & Reference Books High School Text & Reference Books Elementary Schools .___. Supplies -High School Supplies -Elementary Schools Tuition: Vocational Evening school _._... _... Transportation: Elementary Schools ._.». Student Teachers „„..._....._... Janitors: High School ........„,_,.„.» _.... Elementary Schools _.__..... 2,964.31 1,185.76 3,190.65 3,094.58 10,435.30 472.24 5.00 477.24 5,901.71 34.20 5,935.91 5,253.11 1,301.42 12,554.53 Maintenance -Buildings & Grounds Fuel & light -High School 4,035.69 Fuel & light -Elementary 4,411.01 Repairs -High School ...»»„... 2,845.37 Repairs -Elementary ._._ 2,275.09 Janitor's miscellaneous supplies -High School ..»922.37 Janitor's miscellaneous supplies -Elementary " 584.95 Water and Sewer charges High School _ _»,..,»691.19 Water & Sewer charges Elementary Schools ..»»„. 411.80 Replacing elec. lght. pole 21.73 16,199.20 Furniture & Furnishings: High .. _ .. _.._.... 1,049.85 Elementary Schools 193.63 1,243.48 Other Expenses: Diplomas & Graduation expenses ......... 200.15 $209,003.01 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account ...M.._.__»...........____.. 172.77 209,175.78 SELECTMEN'S REPORT SEALER OF WEIGHTS & MEASURES Credit Appropriation Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Salary of Sealer ......._.....„.. „.....M......__._. Printing ....„ .........._�...._....„,.„„„„„.„..._._. Traveling „Expense Supplies„..- __ ....._._..„ ..__ ._...__... Convention expenses Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account„...............................„......„.....„,._.._.,, 8.74 $400.00 6.00 40.40 11.18 8.73 $466.25 SELECTMEN'S DEPT. Credit Appropriation .._.. ,_.. „., ... „ Transferred from Reserve Fund by vote of Appropriation Committee __...„...„........„.„.....„... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Selectmen reimbursed for expenses .........__ $250.00 Clerk _..._... �„. _ _ „ .._ ._. _ 1,587.30 Clerical Assistance . ...... .....„.„.„...... 794.00 Office supplies, stationery & postage __ 792.60 Printing and advertising __.._.._.,„..„....„.„.... 248.63 Services of constable, ._..„ 2.25 Checkers at Town Meetings ,_,.„„._.»....._.... 24.00 Recording Fees .._...__._„-.„„„„.___.__..__ 28.43 Furniture & Fixtures ....„.......___.-._„„„,„-._..„... 7.50 Repairing equipment . __ ._„ „._..._ 20.50 Expenses -Street Lighting Committee _..,.,.... 15.00 $3,770.21 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account 1.09 SEWER CONSTRUCTION Credits Balance, January 1, 1933 _. - Appropriation - __._ „ _. Transferred from Sewer Assessment Fund by vote of Town April 3, 1933 ---.- 197 $475.00 475.00 $3,671.30 100.00 $3,771.30 3,771.30 198 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Transferred from Sewer Assessment Fund by vote of Town June 19, 1933 ...._.._.....„..„„..... Transferred from Sewer Assessment Fund by vote of Town August 14, 1933 .-.- Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Printing, stationery, & postage ----- Recording Fees -.-.----- La ...r........„......_........................_.... Labor Stone Gasoline, Oil, Equipment & repairs _... Pipe and Fittings Damages .-.._._........... Insurance Miscellaneous material Balance, December 31, 1933, forward to 1934 10.03 32.24 15,798.34 10.95 2,652.62 577.94 92.00 993.08 950.28 475.00 1,200.00 $22,076.85 21,217.43 $859.42 SEWER CONSTRUCTION - TRUNK LINE Credit Authorization, Town Meeting August 14, Debits Loan -Transferred to Federal Grant Project $25,000.00 Federal Grant -To Federal Grant Project __... 11,000.00 Balance, of authorization, December 31, 1933 forward to 1934 ._.„......_.„„„„..._.,.,.,„...„..„...,.._. $46,000.00 36,000.00 10,000.00 SEWER CONSTRUCTION - TRUNK LINE Federal Project No. 2066 Credits Appropriation .. _ ...__ ....._. _.._ . „ Loan--......-....-......-..�..M.. t .- ...... Federal Gran.„.„... „. Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: $5,701.85 Salary of Inspector __________ -.- 12,100.00 , Lumber _,.,_____....._._.......... ..„. .....„ ». Rent_.._. „„... M _._.....�....... ..._.�... 2,600.00 Plans - _. 163.20 32.79 5.00 1.42 $8,000.00 25,000.00 11,000.00 $44,000.00 SELECTMEN'S REPORT Labor 357.00 Excavation .... 2,206.26 Pipe and Fittings ._..--.-..-»..-.- 4,420.61 Freight „ ............_.,..._...„...„____.»„._ 1,073.39 Manhole frames and covers —.-- 115.00 Recording Fees .....„.......................„............. 3.02 Miscellaneous supplies„.»................._...........„.._... 1.25 Balance, December 31, 1933, forward to 1934 SEWER MAINTENANCE Credits Appropriation ......... Transferred from Reserve Fund by vote of Appropriation Committee _._».....»....„._..__.... • Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Salary of Superintendent ....._________ $1,140.00 Clerk _ m .._ 216.00 Stationery, postage, printing, and Office supplies .„.__..,..........._.»...„..._._......». 132.42 Labor.._. _.__..._ m ......»„....__..__......».„...____._ 4,079.66 Gas, oil, equipment and repairs .._.»».„.„...... 892.84 Pipe and Fittings _.. ......_._.......„...».......W 346.39 Other Material__.....m_.........M„.„....._r..___...._»... 218.01 Pipe privilege ........._._ _....„.......___._.—.....„..„._ 10.00 148.27 $7,183.58 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account 6.42 SHADE TREES Credit Appropriation ».„....._._...._.».........._.._.... „ -- Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants; Labor ____--___—..— Hardware .._... »..„_...____..»...»..M..„„..Hardware and tools _........ --..- $419.20 70.18 489.38 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account .„ .» „„ . m 10.62 199 8,378.94 $35,621.06 $6,190.00 1,000.00 $7,190.00 7,190.00 $500.00 500.00 200 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Appropriation SIDEWALKS Credit Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Labor„ . _ „ _....__._...._.__._._...._ _...._ ..._....... 259.88 Construction_._._................_......»....—............._.. 615.10 $874.98 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account ......._.».».................._.....„...._.. 325.02 SLAUGHTERING INSPECTION Credit Appropriation .._._.._.... _—.__....— • Debit Salary of Inspector --.---....---- SNOW SNOW REMOVAL Credits Appropriation ....»»........» ......».....___.... „_.. _ Overdraft -Emergency declared by Board of Selectmen December 5, 1933 .__._...__._.......... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Labor $6,387.64 Sand ._..»....._.»...._._._...._. 2,312.08 Equipment and repairs _ _..»_.._._._.._..._.. 768.76 Truck & PIow Hire ___.....„.......„....... _ . 863.15 Horse Hire ..... ..._.___...._„„„...._ 112.00 $1,200.00 1,200.00 $600.00 600.00 $7,004.00 4,223.77 $11,223.77 $10,443.63 Overdraft 1932 ..... 780.14 11,223.77 SOLDIER'S BURIALS Credits Appropriation _ ..._.__.„_,_m,„..._._ ....__._........_..„... Debits (None) Balance, December 31, 1933, transferred to Revenue Account .... $100.00 100.00 SELECTMEN'S REPORT SOLDIER'S RELIEF Credits Appropriation ..... ..... ...�__.__. Transferred from Reserve fund by vote of Appropriation Committee _...._. ....,, Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Fuel ....... Clothing, groceries & provisions _......_w,._.. Medicine & Medica] attendance ._..--.._.... Rent Cash GrantsMoving expense expense ._._ _-•�---•—.-•• Taxi expense »..m....—..__—._.W...... .. ... Stationery Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account_.—.......—....—.._..— Appropriation Appropriation STATE AID Credit Debits Paid on Selectmen's Warrants Cash Grants Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account ... �...._..... .. _ .._ . $207.60 197.22 41.45 286.00 1,830.60 10.00 1.00 1.10 201 $2,500.00 75.00 $2,575.00 2,574.97 .03 2,575.00 $300.00 $100.10 200.00 300.00 STATE HOLDING CORPORATION OF CAMBRIDGE, MASS. Credit Transfer from Water Construction Account Debit Payment on Selectmen's Warrant: To State Holding Corporation for reim- bursement for water pipe laid in Sum- mit Road in the years 1916-1922 & 1926 From 202 TOWN OF LEXINGTON STATE TAX Credit From Revenue ___ _ . __ $26,100.00 Debit Payment on Selectmen's Warrant: To Commonwealth of Massachusetts ... . 26,100.00 STREET LIGHTS Credit Appropriation �...._._. �.._.m.. Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Street Lighting ... .._..__ $21,024.84 Posts �. ._......._.�._....__...._.,� ... 179.32 $21,500.00 $21,204.16 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account ...... , ...... _.......... 296.84 21,500.00 STREET SIGNS Credit Appropriation Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Signs,..__._.__•,..•„„......__._..._._...., Labor .. $1,218.85 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account ...._.—._._M„ ....,»•„....._.._. 17.08 150.00 1,218.35 STATE PARKS & RESERVATIONS TAX Credit Debit Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: To Commonwealth of Massachusetts ...._ $42.60 $150.00 $88.02 44.90 132.92 SURVEY (COMPLETE) OF THE DRAINAGE AREAS OF THE TOWN Credit Transferred from Excess & Deficiency by vote of the Town October 16, 1933 Debit (None) Balance, December 31, 1933, forward to 42.60 1934 _ __ ... _.. _. ...... $1,000.00 1,000.00 SELECTMEN'S REPORT TOWN CLERK'S DEPT. Credit Appropriation Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Town Clerk's Salary ................_._..„..........„.... $1,615.00 Clerical services . _ . ___..__-_...._._..__ 93.90 Recording Fees _._ 10.91 Stationery, postage, printing, & Office supplies 96.06 Premium on Bond .... ... _ _ .. _ _ _ 5.00 Dog Tags .... ......».........„..... __ 15.26 Association Dues & expenses ..»....W3.00 203 $1,840.00 $1,839.13 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account ... ......-w_.....»..........__....... .87 $1,840.00 TOWN OFFICES AND CARY MEMORIAL BUILDING Credit Appropriation Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Janitors' salaries_.._..._..._...._.»».»....»W»............. Fuel ....-...--- Janitor's supplies Repairs .. .._ __._.�_.... Telephone _...„._....._..._.__._...»........ Sewer and Water..............»»...._..___,...__W.._... Furniture and Fixtures Miscellaneous supplies ____-_- $3,030.30 1,047.53 1,508.91 162.27 1,123.08 1,020.18 80.25 43.47 67.53 165.67 $8,259.19 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account .»..........._.___._.__...._.__.„„._.. .81 TOWN PHYSICIAN Credit Appropriation ...._..._.. ... Debit Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Salary of Town Physician ._...........»...........»-. $8,260.00 • 8,260.00 $500.00 500.00 204 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Appropriation TOWN REPORT Credit Debit Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Paid Somerville Printing Co. .„„_... _. $660.03 660.03 TRAFFIC REGULATION AND CONTROL Credit Appropriation Debit Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Lighting __.-----.-.-..- Equipment ._...„„.„......»._......„....... Equipment and repairs ...__.___..__-.__„. Labor._...„..„.._.»„.......... .._...._..„...„. $274.68 781.46 284.25 $1,400.00 $1,340.39 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account ....._._._._ ,. , _ 59.61 1,400.00 TREASURER'S DEPARTMENT Credit Appropriation __________ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Treasurer's salary -__.---------- Clerical Assistance » ... _ W_ Office supplies, stationery & postage ..„._.. Carfares etc. Premiums on Bonds Recording Fees ......___.._ ___.. Expense on Town notes „„.„„..._._.._.__.___._.. Repairing equipment _____._. -....- $665.00 154.95 177.81 4.15 188.00 1.00 3.71 8.50 $1,205.00 $1,203.12 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Revenue Account » __...„ ,. . 1.88 1,205.00 UNCLASSIFIED Credit Appropriation _._...._........_.__..„_. „..„ _» .... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Flowers (funerals) Stakes for April 19th Ink _. ..._.. $8.00 2.50 4.00 $200.00 SELECTMEN'S REPORT 205 206 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Penalty paid State .-. 9.00 Water Dept. Available Surplus (Transfer by Blueprints and plans — 41.27 vote of Town April 3, 1933). ...._..........___...... 1,000.00 Card File ------ - .---- 116.25 Appropriation __ ..._..__ 1,200.00 Water Dept. Available Surplus (Transfer by 181.02 vote of Town June 19, 1933) .wM.».„.».............._.. 3,500.00 Balance, December 31, 1933 transferred to Appropriation800.00 Revenue Account 18.98 200.00 Appropriation ro ation »• ��.___----...»......_...._.__...._ $13,751.89 VETERANS MEMORIAL FUND Debits Credit Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Balance,January1,1933 $3,617.89 Stationery and postage „,.�_..._.._..._....�..�_.. $2.00 •_..._-•...... -.- Insurance ..__..............._......_...._. 515.83 Debits Recording Fees ... »»... M ._....„ » . »» 7.17 Labor _ _._m_._.__. _ 5,572.36 (None) Pipe and fittings ------------ 2,938.05 Balance, December 81, 1933, forward to Meters and fittings «..._.._._._...__.....__._._.___... 1,227.85 1934 3,617.89 Gasoline, oil, equipment and repair _. 968.83 »-.. - .. """"”" Hydrants980.01 Miscellaneous material _ _...._.._ . _...._ 274.38 Transfer State Holding Corp. of Cam - VITAL STATISTICS bridge for reimbursement for water pipe laid in Summit Road in the Credit years 1916-1922 and 1926 _______ 1,218.35 13,704.83 Appropriation __.. ----- $50.00 Balance, December 31, 1933 forward to Debit1934 ._w.______.._..,..__....»...._......_._.._..___. $47.06 Payments on Selectmen's Warrant: Birth Returns _......_....._....—...- $13.25 Death Returns ,. 12.2€ $25.50 Balance, December 31, 1983 transferred to Revenue Account W,.............»..................... 24.60 50.00 WALTHAM STREET (DAMAGES) Credit Forward from 1932 ...� »_ .....—...— $109.00 Debits (None) Balance, December 31, 1933, forward to 1934 109.00 WATER DEPARTMENT CONSTRUCTION Credits Forward from 1932 �...._.... ..... ....� _.... Water Dept. Available Surplus (Transfer by vote of Town April 3, 1933) ................_ 1.89 6,000.00 WATER DEPARTMENT CONSTRUCTION — SAM LIPPA ACCOUNT Credit Transfer from Water Department Avail- able Surplus by vote of Town June 19, 1933 Debit Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: To Sam Lippa for reimbursement for his rights in water pipe laid in Fottler Ave. in 1921 _.... _ ......._ ._......_._...._.._ $392.54 392.54 WATER DEPARTMENT MAINTENANCE Credits Appropriation $63,920.00 Refunds ..» »..... ... ».. _ _. _ ._... 14.39 $63,934.39 SELECTMEN'S REPORT Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Salary of Superintendent »,..._...._�..._ » .. Expenses to Superintendent .»,....»».- Collector Taxes, Salary (1932 - $255.23) Clerks_ ._ _..._....�... ..._—.__.� ......» Office supplies- printing, stationery and postage Telephone Insuranee Report on Standpipe .._...»»......._, » » Engineering Services ...._....—_...._ . » Examinging Records .....»..........,....... -..__ Recording Fees ....» m�..._.._.. .... Discharging Lien .....».» ....... ..,..___._ Traveling expenses.»_w.__.__....._...._..___......». Magazine supscription ...__....,...,_ University Extension Course _.. ..... »» Labor�. ._... »..._.....» Pipe and fittings ._._.__...._..__ M..........._.. .. Meter fittings .» .. _.,»..... Gasoline, oil, equipment and repairs — $1,710.00 20.00 1,087.73 1,448.84 453.14 259.25 86.35 922.01 75.00 335.85 4.00 97.04 1.12 10.18 5.00 10.00 12,799.78 2,837.62 2,293.86 2,773.75 $27,230.52 Transfers Metropolitan Water Tax Account 26,515.51 Interest on Debt (Water Loans) —..... 10,158.75 207 $63,904.78 Transferred to Water Department Avail- able Surplus.....».»......m........ ................,......._,_,__. 29.61 63,934.39 WATER STANDPIPE—NEW Credit Authorization, Town Meeting August 14, 1938 ....—..----.—.--- Debits Debits (None) Balance, December 31, 1933, forward to 1934 _._...._..._...._...._...._....__............_ _..., »... , WIRE INSPECTION Credit Appropriation Transferred from Reserve Fund by vote of Appropriation Committee -------- 140,000.00 —».-- -•---- $40,000.00 40,000.00 1500.00 12.50 208 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Transferred from Reserve Fund by vote of Appropriation Committee .»»............ ......».. Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants. Salary of Inspector .____.........._..._...... Supplies ._.�_ .. , . »..._... »_...».. $562.50 2.90 2.90 $565.40 565.40 SELECTMEN'S REPORT 209 REPORT OF THE DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF CORPORATIONS AND TAXATION DIVISION OF ACCOUNTS State House, Boston June 22, 1933 To the Board of Selectmen Mr. Robert P. Trask, Chairman Lexington, Massachusetts Gentlemen : I submit herewith my report of an audit of the books and accounts of the Town of Lexington for the fiscal year 1932, made in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 44 of the General Laws. This is in the form of a report made to me by Mr. Edward H. Fenton, Chief Accountant of this Division. Very truly yours, THEODORE N. WADDELL, Director of Accounts. Mr. Theodore N. Waddell Director of Accounts Department of Corporation and Taxation State House, Boston. Sir: As directed by you, I have made an audit of the books and accounts of the Town of Lexington for the fiscal year 1932 and report thereon as follows: The financial transactions of the Town, as recorded on the books and records of the several departments receiving 210 TOWN OF LEXINGTON or disbursing money for the Town or committing bills for collection, were examined and checked for the period of the audit. The books and accounts in the Town Accountant's office were examined and checked. The recorded receipts were compared with the records of the several departments col- lecting money for the Town and with the treasurer's books, while the recorded payments were checked with the select- men's warrants authorizing such payments and with the treasurer's books. The appropriations, as entered in the town accountant's books, were checked to the town clerk's records of appropri- ations voted by the town. An analysis of the accountant's ledger was made, a trial balance was taken off, proving the accounts to be in balance, and a balance sheet, which is appended to this report, was prepared showing the financial condition of the town as of December 31, 1932. The books and accounts of the town treasurer were ex- amined and checked. The recorded receipts were compared with the accountant's books, with the records in the several departments collecting money for the town, and with other sources from which money is paid into the town treasury. The payments were checked with the warrants of the select- men authorizing the treasurer to disburse town funds, with the accountant's books, and with original bills and payrolls on file. The cash balance on March 25, 1933, was verified by an actual count of the cash in the office and by a reconciliation of the bank balances with statements furnished by the banks of deposit. The payments on account of maturing debt and interest were checked with the amounts falling due and with the can- celled securities and coupons on file. The balance in the bond and coupon accounts was checked with the list of bonds and coupons due and not presented for payment. The books and accounts of the tax collector were ex- amined and checked in detail. The commitment lists were verified and checked with the assessors' warrants, the re- SELECTMEN'S REPORT 211 corded collections were compared with the payments to the treasurer, the abatements, as recorded, were checked with the assessors' rcords of abatements granted, and the out- standing accounts were listed and proved to the accountant's ledger. A verification of the outstanding accounts was made by mailing notices to a number of persons whose names ap- peared on the books as owing money to the town, the replies received thereto indicating that the outstanding accounts, as listed, are correct. The commitments of sewer, betterment, and sidewalk as- sessments and of departmental accounts receivable were verified. The recorded collections were checked, the pay- ments to the treasurer were verified, the abatements were compared with the records of the departments authorizing the abatements, the apportioned assessments were checked and verified, and the outstanding accounts were listed and reconciled with the books and records in the accountant's office. The commitments of water charges were examined and checked. The recorded collections were checked in detail to the commitment lists and the recorded payments to the treasurer were compared with the treasurer's books. The deeds representing the tax titles held by the town were examined and checked, the town accountant's ledger being adjusted to the detailed list. The town clerk's records of town meetings and of licenses issued on behalf of the State, the county, and the town were examined and checked. The securities representing the investment of the trust funds held by the trustees of public trusts, the trustees of the Bridge Charitable Trust Fund, and the trustees of the Cary Memorial Library were personally examined and listed, the income and expenditures being verified. The accounts of the treasurer of the Cary Memorial Li- brary were examined and checked and the cash balance on April 30, 1933, was verified. In addition to the departments and accounts mentioned, the record ofreceipts by the selectmen for licenses, etc., from 212 TOWN OF LEXINGTON town hall rents, from the sealer of weights and measures, the dental clinic, the building, plumbing and wire inspectors, as well as of the school, library, and cemetery departments, were examined and checked, and the payments to the treas- urer were verified. The surety bonds filed by the several officials for the faithful performance of their duties were examined and found to be in proper form. Appended to this report, in addition to the balance sheet, are tables showing a reconciliation of the town treasurer's, tax collector's, and library treasurer's cash, summaries of the taxes, assessments, water, sewer, and of other accounts receivable, together with tables showing the transactions of the several trust funds. For the co-operation received from the several town offi- cials during the progress of the audit, I wish, on behalf of my assistants and for myself, to express appreciation. Respectfully submitted, EDW. H. FENTON, Chief Accountant. SELECTMEN'S REPORT RECONCILIATION OF TOWN TREASURER'S CASH 213 Balance January 1, 1932 $136,358.34 Receipts, 1932 1,756,761.00 $1,893,119.34 Payments, 1932 $1,781,364.59 Balance December 31, 1932 111,754.75 • $1,893,119.34 Balance January 1, 1933 $111,754.75 Receipts January 1 to March 25, 1933 109,963.04 Payments January 1 to March 25, 1933 $167,615.74 Balance March 25, 1933 Lexington Trust Company $50,061.27 First National Bank of Boston 3,922.08 Cash in office, verified 33.50 Payments in advance of Warrant 85.20 54,102.05 Lexington Trust Company Balance March 25, 1933, per statement $60,911.70 Deposit in transit, verified 2,683.10 Error in payment: Amount of Voucher Amount Check No. Warrant No. of Check 96962 $86.56 484 $84.56 2.00 Balance March 25, 1933, per check register $50,061.27 Error in payment: Amount of Amount Check No. Warrant No. of Check Amount of Voucher Amount 95634 $6.00 205 $7.00 1.00 Outstanding checks March 25, 1933, per list 13,534.53 First National Bank of Boston $221,717.79 $221,717.79 $63,596.80 $63,596.80 Balance March 25, 1933, per statement $3,922.08 Balance March 25, 1933, per check register$3,922.08 214 TOWN OF LEXINGTON RECONCILIATION OF LIBRARY TREASURER'S CASH Balance January 1, 1932 $555.37 Receipts: Trust fund income $1,009.12 Fines, etc. 643.24 Interest on deposits 2.22 Sale of securities 3,000.00 Discount on securities pur- chased 136.98 Payments Purchase of securities Deposits in savings bank Accrued interest on securities purchased $1,282.59 3,000.00 127.54 9.44 4,791.56 $5,346.93 $4,419.57 Balance December 31, 1932 927.36 $5,346.93 Balance January 1, 1933 Receipts January 1 to April 30, 1933: Trust fund income $237.75 Fines, etc. 150.00 Interest on deposits .10 Payments January 1 to April 30, 1933 Balance Lexington Trust Company, April 30, 1933 $927.36 387.85 $170.14 1,145.07 $1,315.21 $1,315.21 RECONCILIATION OF TAX COLLECTOR'S CASH Byron C. Earle, Collector Cash balance March 25, 1933, per tables: Taxes 1931 Taxes 1932 Old age assistance taxes, 1932 Motor vehicle excise taxes, 1931 $103.19 4,470.74 3.00 7.19 SELECTMEN'S REPORT Motor vehicle excise taxes, 1932 320.38 Sewer assessments 19317.84 Sewer assessments 193296.88 Highway betterment assess- ments 1932 137.60 Interest on taxes 163.70 Sewer department accounts receivable 55.70 Water accounts receivable 1,271.81 Cash variation March 25, 1933 Balance Lexington Trust Company, March 25, 1933 Cash in office March 25, 1933, verified TAXES - 1928 Outstanding January 1, 1932 Overpayment to treasurer by collector, transferred to taxes 1931 Payments to treasurer Abatements $6,638.03 77.46 216 $6,715.49 $5,795.03 920.46 $6,715.49 216 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Payments to treasurer $572.70 Abatements 66.42 Transferred to tax titles 594.24 TAXES - 1931 Outstanding January 1, 1932 Abatement after payment, refunded Overpayments, refunded Sewer assessments 1931 reported as taxes 1931 Highway betterment assessments 1931 re- ported as taxes 1931 Payments after abatements, adjusted Adjustment of transfer to tax titles Payments to treasurer Abatements $58.86 Transferred to tax titles Overpayment by collector on taxes 1928 64.19 transferred to taxes 1931 $123.05 Overpayment by collector on taxes 1929 transferred to taxes 1931 255.95 58,86 Outstanding December 31, 1932 155.84 $252,261.23 1,891.18 19.80 201.49 86.26 6.00 11.22 $223,541.10 5,320.39 25,139.71 64.19 $64.19 TAXES - 1929 Outstanding January 1, 1932 $268.75 Overpayment to treasurer by collector, transferred to taxes 1931 255.95 Tax titles disclaimed 165.61 Payments to treasurer $263.52 Abatements 421.66 Transferred to tax titles 5.23 TAXES - 1930 Outstanding January 1, 1932 Abatement of sewer assessments 1930 re- ported as taxes 1930 $123.05 $690.31 $690.31 Outstanding January 1, 1933 Abatement after payment, to be refunded $1,233.36 $254,477.18 $254,477.18 $155.84 1.70 $157.54 Outstanding March 25, 1933, per list $54.35 Cash balance March 25, 1933 103.19 $157.54 TAXES - 1932 Commitment per warrant $662,538.68 Additional commitment 6,418.10 Abatements after payment, refunded 620.78 Highway betterment assessments 1932 re - $1,173.98 ported as taxes 1932 29.38 Sewer assessments 1932 reported as taxes 59.38 1932 37.68 $1,233.36 $669,644.62 SELECTMEN'S REPORT 217 Payments to treasurer $406,554.52 Abatements 3,020.58 Outstanding December 31, 1932 260,069.52 $669,644.62 Outstanding January 1, 1933 $260,069.52 Abatements after payment: Refunded 238.08 To be refunded 113.93 Overpayment to he refunded 5.10 Highway betterment assessments 1932 re- ported as taxes 1932 127.04 Sewer assessments 1932 reported as taxes 1932 23.48 Interest reported as taxes 1932 1.23 $260,579.28 Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 25, 1933 Abatements January 1 to March 25, 1933 Outstanding March 25, 1933, per list Cash balance March 25, 1933 $64,973.50 1,892.92 189,242.12 4,470.74 $260,579.28 OLD AGE ASSISTANCE TAXES - 1931 Outstanding January 1, 1933 $1,057.00 Payments after refund by State, to be re- funded 6.00 $1,063.00 Payments to treasurer $1,063.00 OLD AGE ASSISTANCE TAXES — 1932 Commitment per warrant $3,118.00 Additional commitment 43.00 Payments to treasurer $2,674.00 Outstanding December 31, 1932 487.00 Outstanding January 1, 1933 Payment after refund by State, to be re- funded $3,161.00 $3,161.00 218 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 25, 1933 Outstanding March 25, 1933, per list Cash balance March 26, 1933 $519.00 24.00 3.00 MOTOR VEHICLE EXCISE TAXES — 1930 Outstanding January 1, 1932 $1,341.17 Abatement after payment, refunded 4.05 Payments to treasurer $713.76 Abatements 631.36 Unlocated difference, adjusted .10 MOTOR VEHICLE EXCISE TAXES — 1931 Outstanding January 1, 1932 $6,058.26 Additional commitment 395.78 Abatements after payment, refunded 133.66 Payments to treasurer $5,154.50 Abatements 164.72 Outstanding December 31, 1932 1,268.48 Outstanding January 1, 1933 Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 25, 1933 Outstanding March 25, 1933, per list Cash balance March 25, 1933 $3.51 1,257.78 7.19 MOTOR VEHICLE EXCISE TAXES — 1932 Commitments $27,925.82 Commitment list in excess of warrant .07 Abatements after payment, refunded 976.98 Error in refunds .60 $487.00 Duplicate abatement, adjusted 5.18 Interest reported as motor vehicle excise 59.00 taxes 1932 1.99 $546.00 $546.00 $1,345.22 $1,345.22 $6,587.70 $6,587.70 $1,268.48 $1,268.48 $28,910.64 SELECTMEN'S REPORT Payments to treasurer Abatements Outstanding December 31, 1932 Outstanding January 1, 1933 Commitment January 1 to March 25, 1933 Abatements after payment, refunded Error in refunds Abatement after payment, to be refunded Unlocated difference Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 25, 1933 Abatements January 1 to March 25, 1983 Outstanding March 25, 1933, per list Cash balance March 25, 1933 $19,729.11 1,355.28 7,826.25 $7,826.25 81.68 69.89 24.50 4.00 .05 $3,985.17 107.60 3,593.22 820.38 UNAPPORTIONED SEWER ASSESSMENTS Outstanding January 1, 1932 $2,584.39 Commitment 4,823.97 Error in transfer to taxes 1931 54.24 Payments to treasurer $1,742.23 Apportionments 4,085.20 Abatements 318.74 Outstanding December 31, 1932 1,316.43 Outstanding January 1, 1933 $1,316.43 Commitment January 1 to March 25, 1983773.87 Payments to treasurer January 1, to March 25, 1933. Apportionments January 1 to March 25, 1933 Outstanding March 25, 1933, per list $107.62 450.78 1,531.95 219 $28,910.64 220 TOWN OF LEXINGTON SEWER ASSESSMENTS — 1930 Outstanding January 1, 1932 Abatement of sewer assessments 1930 re- ported as taxes 1930 SEWER ASSESSMENTS — 1931 Outstanding January 1, 1932 Payments to treasurer $1,961.82 Abatements 1,014.06 $8,006.37 Transferred to tax titles 513.06 Sewer assessments 1931 reported as taxes 1931 201.49 Outstanding December 31, 1932 7.84 $8,006.37 $7,462.60 $7,462.60 $2,090.30 $2,090.30 Outstanding January 1, 1933 Cash balance March 25, 1933 SEWER ASSESSMENTS — 1932 Commitment per warrant $4,779.14 Abatements after payment, refunded 2.02 Highway betterment assessments 1932 re- ported as sewer assessments 1932 2.02 Payments to treasurer $2,160.30 Abatements 22.25 Sewer assessments 1932 reported as taxes 1932 37.68 Outstanding December 31, 1932 2,562.95 Outstanding January 1, 1933 Highway betterment assessments 1932 re- ported as sewer assessments 1932 Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 25, 1933 Sewer assessments 1932 reported as taxes 1932 Sewer assessments 1932 reported as highway betterment assessments 1932 $2,562.95 21.34 $675.35 23.48 4.86 $59.38 $59.38 $3,698.27 $3,698.27 $7.84 $7.84 $4,783.18 $4,783.18 $2,584.29 SELECTMEN'S REPORT 221 Outstanding March 25, 1933, per list: Sewer assessments $1,304..56 Sewer assessments com- mitted interest 479.16 Cash balance March 25, 1933 1,783.72 96.88 $2,584.29 UNAPPORTIONED HIGHWAY BETTERMENT ASSESSMENTS Outstanding January 1, 1932 $739.41 Commitment 10,436.33 Payments to treasurer $951.78 Apportionments 7,786.76 Outstanding December 31, 1932 2,437.20 Outstanding January 1, 1933 Apportionments January 1 to March 25, 1933 Outstanding March 25, 1933, per list $259.96 2,177.24 $11,175.74 $11,175.74 $2,437.20 $2,437.20 HIGHWAY BETTERMENT ASSESSMENTS -- 1931 Outstanding January 1, 1932 Payments to treasurer $2,542.99 Abatements 22.18 Transferred to tax titles 254.20 Highway betterment assessments 1931 re- ported as taxes 1931 86.26 $2,905.63 $2,905.63 HIGHWAY BETTERMENT ASSESSMENTS — 1932 Commitment per warrant Payments to treasurer $4,875.11 Highway betterment assessments 1932 re- ported as sewer assessments 1932 2.02 Highway betterment assessments 1932 re- ported as taxes 1932 Outstanding December 31, 1932 $8,538.06 29.38 3,631.55 $8,538.06 222 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Outstanding January 1, 1933 $3,631.55 Sewer assessments 1932 reported as highway betterment assessments 1932 4.86 Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 25, 1933 $568.72 Highway betterment assessments 1932 re- ported as taxes 1932 127.94 Highway betterment assessments 1932 re- ported as sewer assessments 1932 21.34 Outstanding March 25, 1933, per list: Highway betterment assess- ments 1932 $1,953.80 Highway betterment assess- ments committed interest 1932 827.01 2,780.81 Cash balance March 25, 1938 137.60 $3,636.41 $3,636.41 UNAPPORTIONED SIDEWALK ASSESSMENTS Outstanding January 1, 1932 $536.10 Commitment Payments to treasurer Apportionments Outstanding December 31, 1932 Outstanding January 1, 1933 Apportionments. January 1 to March 25, 1933 Outstanding March 25, 1933 600.89 $270.63 366.42 499.94 $57.87 442.07 SIDEWALK ASSESSMENTS -- 1931 Outstanding January 1, 1932 Payments to treasurer $1,136.99 $1,136.99 $499.94 $499.94 $27.13 $27.13 SELECTMEN'S REPORT SIDEWALK ASSESSMENTS — 1932 Commitment per warrant Payments to treasurer Outstanding December 31, 1932 Outstanding January 1, 1933 Payments to treasurer January 1. to March 25, 1933 Outstanding March 25, 1938, per list: Sidewalk assessments, 1932 $45.51 Sidewalk assessments com- mitted interest 24.51 $201.66 80.80 $10.78 70.02 223 $282.46 $282.46 $80.80 $80.80 BUILDING LINE BETTERMENT ASSESSMENTS — 1931 Outstanding January 1, 1932 Abatements INTEREST COLLECTIONS Interest collections January 1, 1932, to March 25, 1983: Taxes 1930 $31.65 Taxes 1931 7,620.78 Taxes 1932 1,906.46 Motor vehicle excise taxes 1930 46.35 Motor vehicle excise taxes 1981 93.46 Motor vehicle excise taxes 1932 102.35 Payments to treasurer: 1932 $8,266.96 January 1 to March 25, 1933 1,367.17 $9,634.13 $902.36 $902.35 $9,801.05 Interest reported as taxes 1932 1.23 Interest reported as motor vehicle excise taxes 1932 1.99 Cash on hand March 25, 1983 168.70 $9,801.05 224 TOWN OF LEXINGTON APPORTIONED SEWER ASSESSMENTS Due 1933 - 1942 Outstanding January 1, 1932 $19,306.30 Apportionments 1932 4,085.20 Payments in advance $545.64 Added to taxes 1932 Outstanding December 31, 1932: Due in: 1933 $3,664.81 1934 3,160.50 1935 2,746.83 1936 2,393.31 1937 1,981.77 1938 1,925.97 1939 1,383.91 1940 1,003.18 1941 859.83 1942 127.28 3,598.47 19,247.39 $23,391.50 $23,391.50 APPORTIONED HIGHWAY BETTERMENT ASSESSMENTS Dues 1933 - 1942 Outstanding January 1, 1932 Apportionments 1932 Payments in advance Added to taxes 1932 Abatements Outstanding December 31, 1932: Due in: 1933 $6,756.40 1934 6,575.09 1935 6,156.40 1936 5,790.41 1937 5,635.74 1938 5,522.51 1939 3,968.69 1940 2,745.96 1941 1,456.34 1942 613.95 $44,060.31 7,786.76 $515.01 5,971.35 139.22 45,221.49 $51,847.07 $51,847.07 SELECTMEN'S REPORT APPORTIONED SIDEWALK -ASSESSMENTS Due 1933 - 1941 Outstanding January 1, 1932 $732.29 Apportionments 1932 366.42 Payments in advance $89.77 Added to taxes 1932 219.55 Outstanding December 31, 1932: Due in: 1933 $189.80 1934 173.62 1935 173.65 1936 70.90 1937 52.78 1938 52.78 1939 52.78 1940 52.78 1941 30.30 TAX TITLES Balance January 1, 1932 Taxes, interest and costs Adjustment of interest and costs Tax titles redeemed Tax titles disclaimed Adjustment of transfer from taxes 1931 Adjustment of interest and costs Balance December 31, 1932, per deeds listed 849.39 $19,988.10 28,814.64 2.20 $10,022,87 573.33 11.22 14.87 38,182.65 TOWN CLERK'S DEPARTMENT Cash balance January 1, 1932 $14.64 Receipts: Dog licenses $2,177.00 Sporting licenses 714.00 Permits and miscellaneous collections Interest on deposits 367.41 .90 3,259.31 225 226 $1,098.71 $1,098.71 $48,804.94 $48,804.94 $3,273.95 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Payments: County treasurer Division of Fisheries and Game Town treasurer: Dog licenses Town clerk's receipts Fees retained by town clerk $1,354.60 648.00 $654.00 373.95 1,027.95 Receipts January 1 to May 15, 1933: Dog licenses Sporting licenses Permits and miscellaneous collections Payments January 1 to May 15, 1933: Division of Fisheries and Game Town treasurer: Dog licenses Cash balance May 15, 1933: Due Division of Fisheries and Game Due town treasurer: Dog licenses $144.00 Town clerk's receipts 132.76 Due town clerk -fees $177.50 768.80 $61.75 276.75 111.45 Cash balance May 15, 1933 Balance Lexington Trust Company, May 15, 1933 Cash in office May 15, 1933, verified Cash variation May 16, 1933 $3,030.55 243.40 $999.00 264.50 132.75 946.30 449.95 $188.08 260.50 1.37 $3,273.96 $1,396.25 $1,396.25 $449.95 $449.95 SELECTMEN'S REPORT HEALTH DEPARTMENT Outstanding January 1, 1932 $93.00 Commitment 3,229.72 Payments to treasurer $913.39 Outstanding December 21, 1932 2,409.33 Outstanding January 1, 1933 $2,409.33 Commitment January 1 to March 25, 1933694.43 Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 25, 1933 Outstanding March 25, 1933, per list SEWER DEPARTMENT Outstanding January 1, 1932 Commitment Overpayments, refunded Abatement reported in error Payments to treasurer Abatements Error in commitment Outstanding December 81, 1932 Outstanding January 1, 1.933 Commitments January 1 to March 25, 1933 Duplicate payment to be refunded Detailed list in excess of commitment Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 25, 1938 Outstanding March 25, 1933, per list Cash balance March 25, 1933 $477.50 2,626.26 $3,266.63 6,810.96 233.84 .07 $5,803.28 28.71 43.13 3,436.38 $3,436.28 1,812.23 2.72 .08 $1,482.81. 3,712.90 55.70 227 $3,322.72 $3,322.72 228 TOWN OF LEXINGTON PUBLIC WELFARE DEPARTMENT Outstanding January 1, 1932 Commitment Payments to treasurer Abatements Outstanding December 31, 1932 $6,251.94 17,276.39 $23,528.33 $11,114.97 817.64 11,595.72 $23,528.33 $3,103.76 Outstanding January 1, 1933 $11,595.72 Commitment January 1 to March 25, 1933 30.50 $11,626.22 $3,103.76 $9,311.50 Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 25, 1933 Abatements January 1 to March 25, 1933 Outstanding March 25, 1933, per list $179.75 375.16 11,071.31 $11,626.22 SCHOOL DEPARTMENT Outstanding January 1, 1932 $637.83 Commitment 41,637.47 Payments to treasurer Outstanding December 31, 1932 Outstanding January 1, 1933 $9,311.50 Commitment January 1 to March 25, 1933 $5,251.41 $6,251.41 Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 25, 1933 Outstanding March 25, 1933, per, list $42,275.20 $37,539.62 4,735.68 $42,275.30 $4,735.68 29.50 $4,765.18 $4,268.05 497.13 $4,765.18 MISCELLANEOUS ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE Commitment Payments to treasurer Outstanding December 31, 1932 $843.05 $484.19 358.86 $843.05 SELECTMEN'S REPORT Outstanding January 1, 1933 Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 25, 1933 WATER RATES AND SERVICES Outstanding January 1, 1932 Commitments Overpayments, refunded Payments to treasurer Abatements Error in commitment Outstanding December 81, 1932 Outstanding January 1, 1933 Commitments January 1 to March 25, 1983 Payments in advance of commitment Overpayments to be refunded Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 25, 1933 Overpayments refunded in advance of abate- ments, to be adjusted Unlocated difference Outstanding March 25, 1933 Cash balance March 25, 1933 MUNROE CEMETERY Accounts Receivable Outstanding January 1, 1932 Commitment Detailed list in excess of commitment $18,978.87 83,010.37 121.80 $79,296.08 1,301.25 5.25 21,508.46 $21,508.46 20,395.92 12.17 5.75 $14,511.91 12.46 3.75 26,122.37 1,271.81 $193.00 1,279.75 153.00 Payments to treasurer $1,354.25 Abatements 25.50 Commitment in excess of detailed list 10.50 Outstanding December 31, 1932 235.50 229 $358.86 $358.86 $102,111.04 $102,111.04 $41,922.30 $41,922.30 230 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Outstanding January 1, 1933 Commitment January 1 to May 19, 1933 Commitment January 1 to May 19, 1933, not reported to accountant Collections in advance of commitment Payments to treasurer January 1 to May 19, 1933 Outstanding May 19, 1933, per list Cash balance May 19, 1933, verified 5235.50 529.75 18.00 5.00 5108.50 447.25 232.50 WESTVIEW CEMETERY Accounts Receivable Outstanding January 1, 1932 51,949.00 Commitment 6,093.88 Payments to treasurer 55,727.88 Outstanding December 31, 1932 2,315.00 Outstanding January 1, 1933 Commitment January 1 to May 19, 1933 Commitment January 1 to May 19, 1933, not reported to accountant Payments to treasurer January 1 to May 19, 1938 Outstanding May 19, 1933, per list Cash on hand May 19, 1933, verified $1,625.75 Due from superintendent of cemetery May 19, 1933 $1,625.76 $2,315.00 1,792.00 202.25 $913.55 2,248.23 1,120.46 27.01 5788.25 5788.25 $8,042.88 $8,042.88 54,309.25 $4,309.25 SELECTMEN'S REPORT ELEANOR S. BEALS CHARITY FUND In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts 231 Savings Deposits Total On hand at beginning of year 1932 $2,069.21 $2,069.21 On hand at end of year 1932 $2,111.69 $2,111.69 Receipts Payments Income $81.98 Deposited in savings $81.98 bank $42.48 Expenditures 39.50 $81.98 HARRIET R. GILMORE CHARITY FUND In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts Savings Deposits Total On hand at beginning of year 1932 $511.47 $511.47 On hand at end of year 1932 $532.11 $532.11 Receipts Income $20.64 Payments Deposited in savings bank $20.64 ZONAS GAMMELL CHARITY FUND In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts Savings Deposits Total On hand at beginning of year 1932 $582.80 $582.80 On hand at end of year 1932 $548.63 $548.63 Receipts Withdrawn from savings Payments bank $34.17 Expenditures $57.43 Income 23.26 $57.43- $57.43 232 TOWN OF LEXINGTON LEXINGTON HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUND In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts On hand at beginning of year 1932 On hand at end of year 1932 Receipts Income $5.58 Savings Deposits $138.27 143.85 Securities Par Value $100.00 100.00 Total $238.27 243.85 Payments Deposited in savings bank $5.58 I;ALLIE C. BLAKE PRIZE FUND In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts Securities Par Value Total On hand at beginning of year 1932 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 On hand at end of year 1932 1,000.00 1,000.00 Receipts Payments Income $50.00 Expenditures $50.00 GEORGE A. SMITH PARK FUND In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts On hand at beginning of year 1932 On hand at end of year 1932 Receipts Withdrawn from savings bank Income 109.82 Savings Deposits $585.46 584.78 Securities Par Value $2,000.00 2,000.00 Payments Lexington Field and $.68 Garden Club $110.00 BATTLE GREEN FUND In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts Savings Deposits On hand at beginning of year 1932 $662.29 On hand at end of year 1932 691.33 Total $2,585.46 2,584.78 $110.00 $110.00 Total $662.29 691.33 SELECTMEN'S REPORT Receipts Income $29.04 233 Payments Deposited in savings bank $29.04 EDITH C. REDMAN BATTLE GREEN FUND In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts On hand at beginning of year 1932 On hand at end of year 1932 Receipts Income $20.20 Savings Deposits Total $500.00 $500.00 500.00 500.00 Payments Transferred to town $20.20 HAYES FOUNTAIN FUND In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts Savings Deposits Total On hand at beginning of year 1932 $1,026.25 $1,026.25. On hand at end of year 1982 1,067.65 1,067.65 Receipts Payments Deposited in savings Income $41.40 bank $41.40 WILLIAM AUGUSTUS TOWER MEMORIAL PARK FUND In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts Savings Securities Deposits Par Value Total $2,000.00 $8,000.00 $10,000.00 2,000.00 8,000.00 10,000.00 Payments Transferred to town $480.00 On hand at beginning of year 1932 On hand at end of year 1932 Receipts Income $480.00 CHARLES E. FRENCH SCHOOL MEDAL FUND In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts Savings Securities Deposits Par Value Total On hand at beginning of year 1932 $657.72 $2,000.00 $2,657.72 On hand at end of year 1932 652.62 2,000.00 2,652.62 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Receipts Sale of securities $1,000.00 Withdrawn from sav- ings bank Income 109.90 Payments Purchase of securities Premium on securities 5.10 purchased Accrued interest on se- curities purchased Expenditures $1,115.00 $1,000.00 22.50 2.50 90.00 $1,115.00 CHARLES E. FRENCH COLONIAL CEMETERY FUND In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts On hand at beginning of year 1932 On hand at end of year 1932 Receipts Income Savings Securities Deposits Par Value Total $40.09 $2,000.00 $2,040.09 40.89 2,000.00 2,040.89 Payments $80.80 Deposited in savings bank $.80 Transferred to town 80.00 $80.80 CEMETERY PERPETUAL CARE FUNDS COLONIAL CEMETERY In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts On hand at beginning of year 1932 On hand at end of year 1932 Receipts Transferred from Mun- roe Cemetery Per- petual Care Funds .... Income 3.75 $80.80 Savings Deposits Total $1,888.75 $1,888.75 Payments Deposited in savings bank $1,888.75 $2,010.00 Transferred to town125.00 $2,013.75 $2,018.75 SELECTMEN'S REPORT CEMETERY PERPETUAL CARE FUNDS MUNROE CEMETERY In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts On hand at beginning of year 1932 On hand at end of year 1932 Receipts Withdrawn from sav- ings bank $2,372.01 Income 1,257.99 Received from ceme- tery commissioners156.81 Bequests 500.00 $4,286.81 Deposited bank Transferred to Colonial Cemetery Perpetual Care Funds Transferred to town Deposited in Westview Cemetery Perpetual Care Funds by error 100.00 235 Savings Deposits Total $32,313.54 $32,313.54 30,498.34 30,498.34 Payments in savings $556.81 2,010.00 1,620.00 CEMETERY PERPETUAL CARE FUNDS WESTVIEW CEMETERY In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts Savings Cash Deposits Total $235.50 $13,526.12 $13,761.62 235.25 15,829.71 16,064.96 Payments $532.59 Deposited in savings 1,670.75 bank $2,303.59 Cash balance at end of year 1932 235.25 On hand at beginning of year 1932 On hand at end of year 1932 Receipts Income Sale of Tots Munroe Cemetery Perpetual Care Funds deposited in Westview Cemetery Perpetual Care Funds in error Cash balance at begin- ning of year 1932 $4,286.81 100.00 235.50 $2,538.84 $2,538.84 236 TOWN OF LEXINGTON SAMUEL J. BRIDGE CHARITY FUND In Custody of Trustees of the Bridge Charitable Fund On hand at beginning of year 1932 On hand at end of year 1932 Receipts Income $181.17 Income transferred from Gerry Fund 95.46 $276.63 Savings Securities Deposits Par Value Total $203.05 $4,000.00 $4,203.05 $312.03 4,000.00 4,312.03 Payments Deposited in savings bank $108.98 Expenditures 167.65 $276.63 ELIZABETH B. GERRY CHARITY FUND In Custody of Trustees of the Bridge Charitable Fund On hand at beginning of year 1932 On hand at end of year 1932 Receipts Income $95.46 $95.46 Savings Securities Deposits Par Value Total $680.26 $1,600.00 $2,280.26 680.26 1,600.00 2,280.26 Payments Transferred to Bridge Charity Fund $95.46 CARY MEMORIAL LIBRARY GENERAL FUND In Custody of Library Trustees On hand at beginning of year 1932 On hand at end of year 1932 Receipts Sale of securities $3,000.00 Withdrawn from sav- ings bank 1.92 Income 491.49 Discount on securities purchased 136.98 $3,630.39 $95.46 Savings Securities Deposits Par Value Total $97.92 $11,000.00 $11,097.92 223.54 11,000.00 11,223.54 Payments Purchase of securities$3,000.00 Deposited in savings127.54 Transferred to library trustees 493.41 Accrued interest on se- curities purchased 9.44 $3,630.39 SELECTMEN'S REPORT ROBBINS LIBRARY FUND In Custody of Library Trustees Savings Deposits 1932 $100.00 100.00 Payments Transferred to library .04 trustees On hand at beginning of year On hand at end of year 1932 Receipts Income $4 WELLINGTON LIBRARY FUND In Custody of Library Trustees Savings Deposits 1932 $1,098.72 1,077.18 Payments Transferred to library 21.54 trustees On hand at beginning of year On hand at end of year 1932 Receipts Withdrawn from sav- ings bank ...._...._...._ Income ' ... $43.08 $64.62 BEALS LIBRARY FUND In Custody of Library Trustees On hand at beginning of year 1932 On hand at end of year 1932 ...... .... Receipts Income $60.50 Securities Par Value $1,100.00 1,100.00 Payments Transferred to Iibrary trustees LAURA M. BRIGIIAM LIBRARY FUND In Custody of Library 'Trustees On hand at beginning of year 1932 On hand at end of year 1932 Savings Deposits $535.50 525.00 Securities Par Value $2,500.00 2,500.00 237 Total $100.00 100.00 $4.04 Total $1,098.72 1,077.18 $64.62 $64.62 Total $1,100.00 1,100.00 $60.50 Total $3,035.50 3,025.00 238 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Receipts Withdrawn from sav- bank Income $10.50 136.00 $146.50 Payments Transferred to library trustees LIBRARY BOOK FUND In Custody of Library Trustees $146.50 $146.50 Securities Par Value Total On hand at. beginning of year 1932 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 On hand at end of year 1932 1,000.00 1,000.00 Receipts Payments Transferred to library Income $50.00 trustees $50.00 GOODWIN MUSICAL COLLECTION LIBRARY FUND In Custody of Library Trustees Savings Deposits Total On hand at beginning of year 1932 525.00 525.00 On hand at end of year 1932 _____„,.,.......»_.» 525.00 525.00 Receipts Payments Transferred to Iibrary Income $19.41 trustees $19.41 ALICE BUTLER CARY LIBRARY FUND In Custody of Library Trustees Savings Securities Deposits Par Value Total $448.80 $2,000.00 $2,448.80 440.00 2,000.00 2,440.00 Payments Transferred to library trustees $108.90 On hand at beginning of year 1932 On hand at end of year 1982 Receipts Withdrawn from sav- ings bank $8.80 Income 100.10 $108.90 $108.90 SELECTMEN'S REPORT 239 MARIA CARY LIBRARY FUND In Custody of Library Trustees Savings Deposits Total On hand at beginning of year 1982 $354.31 $354.31 On hand at end of year 1932 354.31 354.31 Payments Receipts Transferred to library Income $14.30 trustees $14.30 JANE PHINNEY LIBRARY FUND 240 TOWN OF LEXINGTON TOWN OF LEXINGTON Balance Sheet—December 31, 1932 GENERAL ACCOUNTS Assets Cash: General $111,754.75 Cary Memorial Library ................_...._..... 927.36 Accounts Receivable: Taxes: In Custody of Library Trustees Levy of 1931 $155.84 Levy of 1932 260,069.52 Deposits Total Savings On hand at beginning of year 1932 $126.67 $126.67 On hand at end of year 1932 124..19 124.19 Old Age Assistance Taxes: Receipts Levy of 1932 487.00 Withdrawn from sav- Payments Motor Vehicle Excise Taxes: ings bank $2.48 Transferred to library Levy of 1931 $1,268.48 Income 4.96 trustees $7.44 Levy of 1932 7,826.25 260,225.36 $7.44 $7.44 PAULINA BURBANK PEIRCE LIBRARY FUND In Custody of Library Trustees Savings Deposits Total On hand at beginning of year 1932 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 On hand at end of year 1932 1,000.00 1,000.00 Receipts Payments Transferred to Library Income $40.00 trustees $40.00 $9,094.73 Special Assessments: Sewer: Unapportioned $1,316.43 Apportioned 1931 7.84 Apportioned 1932 2,562.95 Highway Betterment: Unapportioned 2,437.20 Apportioned 1932 3,631.55 Sidewalk: Unapportioned 499.94 Apportioned 1932 80.80 10,536.71 Tax Titles 38,182.65 Departmental: Health $2,409.33 Public Welfare 11,595.72 State Aid 199.60 Schools 4,735.68 SELECTMEN'S REPORT Miscellaneous Munroe Cemetery Westview Cemetery Sewer ... _._ ��..... _.__...._.__.... Water Rates and Services _..._..._... __...... _. Loans Authorized Overlay 1931 Deficit Overdrawn Accounts: Snow Removal Public Welfare 358.86 235.50 2,315.00 $780.14 2,300.86 241 242 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 21,849.69 3,436.38 21,508.46 4,000.00 764.42 3,081.00 $485,848.51 Liabilities and Reserves Temporary Loans: In Anticipation of Revenue $295,000.00 Cary Memorial Library _._...__,_..._.. ,_, ,. .. 927.36 Veterans' Memorial Fund 3,617.89 Tailings 241.52 Sale of Cemetery Lots Fund Westview Cemetery 2,791.79 Cemetery Funds Income 26.18 Colonial Cemetery Fund Income 7.66 Special State Tax --Old Age Assistance 49.00 Dog Licenses—Due County 5.40 Unexpended Balances: New Fire Station _._____ _. „ ...._.____$500.00 Sewer Construction 5,701.85 Clark Street Drain 1.62 Waltham Street Drainage 109.00 Public Works Building: Equipment and Repairs .26 Equipment and Material 20.98 Highway Construction: Wood Street 268.18 Allen Street 5.49 Smith Avenue 46.31 Independence Avenue .36 Crescent Hill Avenue 3.04 Tucker Avenue 71.03 Franklin School 722.76 Adams School 269.10 Committee on Permanent Memorial 800.00 Water Construction 1.89 Westview Cemetery Construction 760.58 Overlay Reserved for Abatements: Levy of 1932 Sewer Assessment Fund Water Department—Available Surplus 9,272.45 8,765.18 1,907.20 10,582.05 SELECTMEN'S REPORT 243 244 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Revenue Reserved Until Collected: Motor Vehicle Excise Tax $9,094.73 Special Assessment 10,536.71 Tax Title 38,182.65 Departmental 21,849.69 Sewer Maintenance 3,436.38 Water 21,508.46 Surplus Revenue 104,608.62 48,046.21 $485,848.51 DEFERRED REVENUE ACCOUNTS Apportioned Assessments Not Due: Sewer $19,247.39 Highway Betterment 45,221.49 Sidewalk 849.39 $65,318.27 SELECTMEN'S REPORT 245 246 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Apportioned Sewer Assessment Revenue Due In: 1933 $3,664.81 1934 3,16040 1935 2,746.83 1936 2,393.31 1937 1,981.77 1938 1,925.97 1939 1,383.91 1940 1,003.18 1941 859.83 1942 127.28 Apportioned Highway Betterment Assessment Revenue Due In: 1933 $6,756.40 1934 6,575.09 1935 6,156.40 1936 5,790.41 1937 5,635.74 1938 5,522.51 1939 3,968.69 1940 2,745.96 1941 1,456.34 1942 613.95 Apportioned Sidewalk Assessment Revenue Due In: 1933 $189.80 1934 173.62 1935 173.65 1936 70.90 1937 52.78 1938 52.78 1939 52.78 1940 52.78 1941 30.30 $19,247.39 45,221.49 849.89 ¢65,318.27 DEBT ACCOUNTS Net Funded or Fixed Debt: Inside Debt Limit $347,500.00 Outside Debt Limit 505,000.0 $852,500.00 SELECTMEN'S REPORT General Loans Inside Debt Limit: School Construction 1915 $6,000.00 Parker School Loan 1919 21,000.00 School Construction Loan: 1925 58,500.00 1930 96,000.00 Adams School Loan 1931 54,000.00 Buckman Tavern Park Loan 11,000.00 Public Works Building Loan 12,000.00 Trust Fund Refunding Loan 1910 3,000.00 Sewer Loans: 1927 9,000.00 1927 15,000.00 1928 10,000.00 1930 9,000.00 1931 8,000.00 New Town Office Building Loan 1928 35,000.00 General Loans Outside Debt Limit: Middlesex County Sanatorium Loan $26,000.00 Street Improvement Loan 1924 2,000.00 School Construction Loan 1924 161,000.00 Sewer Loans: 1915 39,000.00 1924 2,000.00 1925 9,000.00 1927 4,000.00 Water Loans Outside Debt Limit: 1927 $20,000.00 1928 22,000.00 1929 24,000.00 1930 119,000.00 1931 57,000.00 1932 20,000.00 247 $347,500.00 243,000.00 262,000.00 $852,500.00 248 TOWN OF LEXINGTON TRUST ACCOUNTS Trust Funds, Cash and Securities In Custody of: Trustees of Public Trusts $72,425.60 Trustees of Bridge Charitable Fund 6,592.29 Trustees of Cary Memorial Library 21,969.22 $100,987.11 SELECTMEN'S REPORT Eleanor S. Beals Charity Fund Harriet R. Gilmore Charity Fund Jonas Gammell Charity Fund Lexington High School Scholarship Hallie C. Blake Prize Fund George A. Smith Park Fund Battle Green Fund Edith C. Redman Battle Green Fund Hayes Fountain Fund William Augustus Tower Memorial Park Fund Charles E. French School Medal Fund Charles E. French Colonial Cemetery Fund Cemetery Perpetual Care Funds: Colonial Cemetery Munroe Cemetery Westview Cemetery $2,111.69 532.11 548.63 Fund.... 243.85 1,000.00 2,584.78 691.33 500.00 1,067.65 10,000.00 2,652.62 2,040.89 1,888.75 30,498.34 16,064.96 Samuel J. Bridge Charity Fund 4,312.03 Elizabeth B. Gerry Charity Fund 2,280.26 Cary Memorial Library General Fund »»......... Robbins Library Fund Wellington Library Fund Beals Library Fund Laura M. Brigham Library Fund Library Book Fund Goodwin Musical Collection Library Fund Alice Butler Cary Library Fund Maria Cary Library Fund Jane Phinney Library Fund Paulina Burbank Peirce Library Fund 11,223.54 100.00 1,077.18 1,100.00 3,025.00 1,000.00 525.00 2,440.00 354.31 124.19 1,000.00 249 $72,425.60 250 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF THE ANIMAL INSPECTOR December 31, 1933. To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen: I herewith submit my report as Inspector of Animals for the Town of Lexington for the year ending December 31, 1933. 6,592.29 The following table shows at a glance the character of the work performed during the year : 21,969.22 $100,987.11 Number of premises inspected where cattle and other--.... animals are kept Number of cattle inspected -----_— Number __ ._.-____..... ..... Number of hogs reported on above premises Number of sheep and goats »m. Number of cattle identified (21 calls) for State (Interstate shipments) --••—• Number of barns inspected after tuberculin Tests Number of cattle condemned by State & Federal Agents — Total number of calls made for above work Number of dogs quarantined for biting people Number of heads sent to Laboratory _— Number Number of heads reported as positive of rabies .. Total number of rabies cases ____. -----.— Number of persons bitten by three rabies cases Number of calls made on dogs after quarantining Total number of calls on dogs during year ..— Total number of calla on dogs and cattle 79 79 596 2711 15 73 28 73 128 26 3 3 3 5 33 59 187 There was an increase in the work among the Cattle due to the increase in number of cattle to be examined when shipped here from out of State and the increase in number of premises to be inspected after Tubercular Cattle were re- moved by the State. SELECTMEN'S REPORT 251 There was a great difference in the number of dog bite cases, falling from 70 in 1932 to 26 in 1933. Each dog bite case requires from two to four calls be- fore dog is finally released from quarantine. We have been fortunate in having but one violent type of rabies and only two dumb rabies cases during the year. Unfortunately five persons were bitten by the three cases as compared with one person bitten with seven rabies cases in 1932. The three rabies cases coming during last three months of the year, we may expect a few cases to develop from them during the first six months of 1934. 1 wish to thank the Board of Health and the Police Department for their generous support during the year. Respectfully submitted, CHESTER L. BLAI{ELY, M.D.V. Inspector of Animals. 252 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF THE BOARD OF ASSESSORS December 31, 1933. To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN, LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS. Gentlemen: We herewith submit our report as Assessors for the year ending December 31, 1933. Value of assessed Stock in Trade ......._..._...._ $50,810 Value of assessed Live Stock ...._.....__._._.._... „......... 50,575 Value of assessed Machinery .„, .,„......._..... ....._.__,_,._..... 929,981 Value of all other assessed personal property . 491,244 Total personal valuation of Resident and Non- ...�.„._ resident owners .»..........._._......_....,._........».....».... ._...._..._ $1,522,610 Value of buildings, excluding land ._........... $14,036,945 Value of land, excluding buildings ....._...._...W......»..»...... _ 5,865,112 Total real estate valuation of Resident and Non- resident._.._.„.„.........._..._...._................ Total Valuation _._......... _...._...._.......... ....... .. Omitted Assessments December 20th, 1933.........._...._ 35 Omitted Poll Taxes and Old Age Assistance__.,....... Taxes ..W Number of persons assesed on property _ 4113 Number of persons assessed on poll tax _..».. 3229 Number of cows assessed .......... 471 Number of horses assessed _.._...._..__,,..„....„.„.. 162 Number of neat cattle other than cows ........ assessed ............._.._ W„, „.....w_...._...._W._..., 30 Number of swine assessed .,„ .............._._..... 591 Number of fowl assessed 8465 Number of acres of land assessed ........... 9234 $19,902.057 $21,424,667 $4,200 $ 105 SELECTMEN'S REPORT 253 Value of real estate exempt from taxation ...... $2,914,959.64 Value of personal property exempt from taxation ..».. 562,617.49 Town Appropriations: (Must include all voted since_. 1932 tax rate was fixed) 830,385.16 Deficit for 1931 764.42 State Tax 26,100.00 State Parks Tax ._.......»._ __.....„..._ .....„. .....„ 42.60 North Metropolitan Sewer Tax _......._...__ 4,715.02 Auditing Municipal Accounts Tax ,...,..»,.»,»„ ....................»...._1,527.96 Old Age Assistance Tax .„..�..... ..............___.._._ 8,200.00 County Tax ...„...�..............».„._26,207.37 Overlay for 1933 10,118.13 ESTIMATED RECEIPTS Corporation Taxes _..._ _...._. „..._....� ..._..__.___._._... Bank Tax Motor Vehicle Excise ..... „..._....____......„»„-„.„....__„„._.._._._ Licenses ..... »» ...._...._........._ » ._.... _..... Fines Special Assessments _.__....—...._„»..„„ General Government Protection of persons and property .... Health and sanitation _..._ Highways.»..„„.„.„..„....�........._.». ».... Charities_.._..... „....� ....._..�_� ..._... _._.... . „ Old Age Assistance Soldiers benefits - Schools _.. Recreation ._,....„...._.__�...._.» _... ..... _....___ Public Service Enterprises ._....._....„ Interest on deposit m ..» _ ..... ,_....._ ,_.»„ Interest on Taxes and Assessments On account of reimbursements: State owned land „.. In lieu of taxes: From Cambridge and Arlington Federal Emergency Relief Fund .... $903,060.66 $34,786.90 6,476.96 1,352.15 22,000.00 1,200.00 800.00 6,500.00 1,000.00 500.00 6,000.00 50.00 6,500.00 2,000.00 100.00 19,400.00 100.00 6.3,920.00 1,000.00 6,200.00 167.75 763.72 12,858.60 Total estimated receipts _.__.,.„ _.__„„.... _.,. $193,676.08 Available funds (voted by town meeting or by ---- city government to be used by Assessors) upon ... written authority from the Commissioner of Corporations and Taxation, ...„_.„.„._.....»»„„„„..__......„ 24,817.54 Total Deductions ...._ ,,„..,. _,......»„ .... _.... $218,493.62 254 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Net amount raised by taxation on polls and property Number of Old Age Assistance Taxes 3229 at $1.00— each Number of polls 8229 at $2.00 Total Valuation $21,424,667.00—Tax rate $31.50.„.._„.. Gain on account of fractional divisions of tax rate ...„. Additional betterment and special assessments (out- side the taxes levied on property at the tax rate) as follows: Apportioned Sewer Assessments Apportioned Sewer Assessment Interest Apportioned Highway Assessments Apportioned Highway Assessment Interest Apportioned Sidewalk Assessments Apportioned Sidewalk Assessment Interest $684,56'7.04 3,229.00 6,458.00 674,877.01 3.03 3,794.95 1,245.47 6,917.73 2,821.06 235.85 71.36 Total Amount of all Taxes listed in the Collec- tor's Commitment List $699,653.46 Respectfully submitted, WILLIAM G. PorrER, Chairman CURLYS L. SLOCUM DONALD WILSON FRED B. BARTLETT EUGENE T. BUCKLEY Assessors of Lexington. SELECTMEN'S REPORT REPORT OF THE BOARD OF APPEALS December 31, 1933. TO THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen: 255 The Board of Appeals appointed under the provision of the Zoning Laws has held fifteen hearings during the year 1933. The petitions and decisions rendered were as follows : Jan. 6 --James R. Smith for real estate office building and sign on development at Mass. Ave. and Tower Sts. Petition for office denied but limited permit granted for sign. Jan. 6—David M. Willard for sale and repair of an- tiques at 211 Bedford St. Limited permit granted. Jan. 6 Pellegrino Ferri for moving of garage on his property 198 Bow Street from Winn Street to Albe- marle Avenue. Limited permit granted. Jan. 10—William S. Burrill for gasoline station at 127 Bedford' Street. Permit denied. Feb. 3—E. G. Kraetzer and William R. Greeley for mul- tiple Dwelling in rear of Mass. Ave. between Muzzey & Clarke Sts. No decision rendered pending action by the Planning Board. Feb. 7—Manuel G. Rose for roadside stand at 756 Wal- tham Street. Limited permit granted. Feb. 17—Robert L. Innis and A. G. Davis Ice Co. for 256 TOWN OF LEXINGTON ice manufacturing plant at 3 Grant Street. Permit denied. Feb. 21—William S. Burrill, second petition for gaso- line station at 127 Bedford Street. Petition denied. April 21—Charles W. Ryder for serving meals to public and holding of public gatherings, etc. at the old Cary House on Cary Ave. Petition denied. May 5—Moody Land Trust to serve food at Minute Man Golf Club. Petition denied. May 16—Esther R. Barnes to construct garage within 20 feet of street line at 12 Sheridan Street. Permit granted. May 23—Geo. A. Parks for gasoline station at 863 Mass. Avenue. Permit denied. June 30—Minute Man Golf Club, Inc. for golf club and serving food at Concord Avenue and Pleasant Sts. Permit granted. Aug. 4—Frank A. Napoli for road stand on Marrett Road near Spring Street. Limited permit granted. Nov. 24—Margaret L. Ducharme for tea room at Mar- rett Road, beyond Lincoln Street. Permit denied. We are cooperating with the Planning Board on vari- ous zoning matters and expect amendments to the Zoning Law covering those subjects as well as the method of ap- pointment of the members of the Board of Appeals, to con- form to the revision of the Zoning Statutes passed at the last session of the Legislature, which will be presented to the Town at the March meeting. A. N. MADDISON, Chairman C. EDWARD GLYNN RoLAND W. BALDREY CHARLES E. FERGUSON HOWARD W. ROBBINS, Secretary. SELECTMEN'S REPORT 257 REPORT OF BUILDING INSPECTOR December 31, 1933. To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen: I herewith submit my report as Inspector of Buildings for the year ending December 31, 1933. Cash received for building permits ._ „. $362.00 Number of applications filed and permits granted ._. 122 Number of calls made in reference to zoning & -- building By-laws __....._.—.__,...,.._,.. 310 Applications investigated and refused ».»»..„ _„ 22 Displaying signs illegally .............w......_..r........._..._._...__. 5 Buildings condemned and demolished ______ „ „„„„ 2 Building without permit ._ _. „ „„„ 7 Number of complaints investigated.__.__..._..____ 18 During the year permits have been issued for the fol- lowing property: 37 single dwellings ....._.... .__..._...._..._.___.._ ..„. » 36 additions and alterations ... „..._.__.__._. _ 16 two ear garages.......__...._._...._._._..._.._,W..,... 15 one car garages 9 Sheds and henhouses » 3 Greenhouses...................„.____._...._W_ 3 stores _.�.._..._._._ Total Respectfully submitted, $225,600.00 20,320.00 5,600.00 3,475.00 860.00 3,600.00 4,300.00 1,000.00. ..„...„ $264,755.00 FRED W. LONGEOTTOM, Building Inspector. 258 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF DENTAL CLINIC Decemh 3' 1933. To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen : We, herewith, submit the report of the Dental Clinic for the year ending December 30, 1933: Adams Munroe Hancock Parker Franklin Jr. High Sr. High Totals m:= 153 187 70 141 192 36 91 169 26 126 153 21 103 209 28 27 46 0 17 33 0 658 989 181 43 Total Number of Patients _......_.__ „„..» Total Number of New Patients _____ Total Number of Patients Finished .... Total Number of Fillings _________ Total Number of Extractions .».._._._.__... Tota] Number of CleaningsTotal Number of Operations .._. „ ..„.» Total Amount of Money Received _._...._. oii m Y F mFF d L) w 38 87 0 36 128 0 34 75 0 29 121 0 27 68 0 6 10 2 0 5 8 170 494 10 658 207 518 1170 213 494 1887 $170.'76 The teeth of the children in grades 1 to VI were ex- amined by the Dental Hygienist with the following results: SELECTMEN'S REPORT 259 Number examined 1,310 Number defective Several times during the year talks on the teeth and their care were given by the Hygienist to the first three grades. Applications for dental service have shown a further increase over the past two years. The total number of patients given treatment and the number of new patients received have both materially increased. From the returns issued by the State Department of Public Health, Lexington shows eighty per cent of the child- ren in the elementary grades with teeth physically fit. Lex- ington ranks among the highest in this respect of the towns and cities reported. We believe a large part of the credit for this fine showing is due to the work done through the Dental Clinic. Respectfully submitted, MRS. JOHN E. GILCREAST MRS. WILLIAM G. POTTER MR. THOMAS S. GRINDLE Dental Clinic Committee. 260 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF THE TOWN ENGINEER December 31, 1933. To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen : I herewith submit the seventeenth annual report rela- tive to the activities of the Engineering Department during the year 1933 : HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT Lines and grades were established for the construction of : 1. Wood Street from the Ballard property to the Bed- ford line. 2. Winter Street from Bedford Street a distance of approximately 400 feet. 3. Hill Street at Town property. 4. Grant Street as a private project fronting the pro- perty of Mr. Paul Bowser. 5. A retaining wall along Follen Road fronting pro- perties of Messrs. Cain, Murphy and Ripley. 6. A gravel sidewalk with an asphalt mix top along Bedford Street from opposite the North Lexington Depot to the existing walk beyond Ledgelawn Avenue. 7. A sidewalk along the easterly side of Waltham Street from Marrett Road to Allen Street. SELECTMEN'S REPORT 261 8. Granolithic sidewalks bordering three properties on three separate streets. The total frontage thus improved was 485 feet. The various widths of construction totaled 284 square yards. The following work was undertaken for the Board of Selectmen or for Board of Survey purposes: Detailed surveys and plans were made of : 1. Larchmont Lane from Bedford Street to Revere Street. 2. Winter Street from Bedford Street to a distance of approximately 400 feet. 3. Grant Street for relocation from Hayes Lane to York Street. Study plans were made in connection with: 1. Lay out of road from Bedford Street running northeasterly and parallel with the Bedford Line. 2. Development of Dunham property on Woburn Street. 3. Development of Johnson property opposite Bow Street. 4. Proposed development of Tower property easterly of Pollen Road. 5. Proposed road along the valley of Sickle Brook from Massachusetts Avenue to new super highway. 6. Proposed widening of Pleasant and Watertown Streets. line. 7. Proposed widening of Lincoln Street. 8. Route 128 from the Lincoln line to the Burlington 262 TOWN OF LEXINGTON SEWER DEPARTMENT Lines and grades were established for the construction of lateral sewers as tabulated hereunder : Name of Street Bedford Street Richard Road Sargent Street Shirley Street Summit Road. Tewksbury Street From End Plymouth Road Tewksbury Street Near Bedford Street End Bedford Street Length in feet. 224 274 248 412 468 327 Miscellaneous work for this department appears as follows: 1. Recorded plan and betterment assessments for trunk line sewer extending from the Arlington line to East Lexington Station; 2, Recorded plans and betterment assessments for Eustis and Pinewood Streets; 8. Completed field measurements of all 1933 construc- tion work for final plans; 4. Inspected 26 houses for blasting damage; 5. Took flow of measurements along the trunk line, for several days in March. These tests indicated heavy ground water leakage along the line southwest of the junc- tion of Grant Street and Hayes Lane; 6. The sewer assessment "Cost" figure for 1934 will be $5.67. WATER DEPARTMENT Lines and/or grades were given for the extension of 1600 feet of water mains. PLANNING BOARD Topographical surveys and plans were completed at the following locations : 1. Bounded by Lowell Street, Woburn Street, B. & M. R. R. and the Arlington line containing about 840 acres; SELECTMEN'S REPORT 263 2. Bounded by Pleasant Street, Fern Street, Moreland Avenue and Clematis Brook containing about 150 acres. Study plans were made in connection with 1. Development of Johnson property along Massachu- setts Avenue opposite Bow Street; 2. Development of properties bounded by Bedford Street, Camellia Place and the B. & M. R. R. PARK DEPARTMENT Lines and grades were established for: 1. Relocation of brook channel at Parker Field; 2. Baseball diamond at Franklin School. Made plan of bridge design for brook at Parker Field. CEMETERY DEPARTMENT Additions and corrections were made to the 20 scale plan of Westview Cemetery to bring it up to date. DRAINAGE MATTERS Lines and grades were established for the installation of 33 catch basins and 4449 linear feet of storm drainage pipes varying in sizes from 8 inches to 24 inches in five sep- arate streets. Excepting for work on important or pressing matters, all our efforts have been directed in securing information for a comprehensive drainage study of the entire town. One of the C. W. A. projects provided us with three en- gineers and seven field men, nine of whom are working in the field. This project started December 5 and in three and one half weeks field notes were obtained covering 270 acres of topographical surveys, profiles of 41/2 miles of brooks and profiles of 11/2 miles of streets. While this work is essential- ly for drainage studies, the resultant plans will have suffi- cient information thereon to be used in development studies of any nature. 264 TOWN OF LEXINGTON AIR SURVEY MAPS The air survey maps were especially helpful in speeding up the work required on brooks. Wherever they were avail- able it was only necessary to run the profiles. At Ieast sixty percent more time would have been required to locate these brooks in field and plot them on plans. GENERAL WORK The services of the Engineering Department were also required in connection with : 1. Approval of Iand court cases; 2. Approval of plans relative to installation of public utilities ; 3. Numbering plans for 5 streets and renumbering plans for 1 street. 4. 75 miscellaneous plans for various departments. 5. Street lines and/or grades for 94 property owners. 6. Copying 7 plans from the Registry of Deeds. 7. Completed 800 scale map to January 1, 1933. 8. Work on 400 scale map to bring up to January 1, 1934. 9. Electric light survey of entire town. 10. Work on loan application for trunk line sewer and steel standpipe. CONCLUSION The present personnel of the Engineering Department with the Town Engineer is : STANLEY A. HIGGINS J. BRUCE LEWIS JOHN O'CONNOR GEORGE HARRINGTON ALBERT MILLER SELECTMEN'S REPORT 265 266 TOWN OF LEXINGTON In conclusion I wish to gratefully acknowledge the as- sistance given to this department by the Town Officials and members of other departments. Respectfully submitted, JOHN T. COSGROVE, Town Engineer. REPORT OF FIRE ENGINEERS December 31, 1933. To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen: We herewith submit to your Honorable Board the an- nual report of the Fire Department. The Department answered 290 alarms as follows : Bell Alarms Automobiles m.... ..__.» ... _ 7 Bill Board 1 Buildings .._ ._ M„ ...... » 21 10 Dumps 1 False .„_ . _ 12 Grass Total ........... _ ......» .. » w .. 78 Still Alarms Automobiles 15 Buildings ......._._.._... . »....... .._ 4 24 Dumps_. __........ _ _. 5 Electric Refrigerator 1 Gas Leak _ .. »...» ....» ... 1 Grass ..__ _ . „_.. _._ 135 Grease in Oven _.». .. 1 Needless _ ._._.__.._... ____._._ __...._ _.__.___ 2 Oil Burner ..... _. ._. _ _ _... 2 Overheated Boiler _» w ..__ ._... _... __._._ ._. 2 Total ..... w .___ 192 Still Alarms for Rescue Work Cats in Trees w» _.._ ._... _ _._......_..._...._..._ .__._._. 3 Dragging for Suspected Drowning ., 1 Drowning 1 SELECTMEN'S REPORT 267 Horse in Ditch Medical Case (Death upon arrival) .._ Monoxide Poisoning Persons locked out ..........w.. ...... w,._._. _ ._... _ Total..__...._._._...._...._.._...... M ...... _....._. w.. Alarms for Mutual Aid Arlington Waltham Alarms Outside of Mutual Aid District Billerica 1 1 1 2 10 2 12 14 1 1 Lexington Department was aided as follows : Arlington_. .______...._ ...__.__._._._..___._ _ 9 2 1 9 Billerica ..... ... w. _ . ..._ Waltham _...._._._....__.__.._W. ....__ Total 21 The estimated loss per capita was $2.24, the estimated value of Buildings involved was $600,930.00 and the esti- mated value of Contents was $57,250.00. The loss on Buildings was estimated at $12,918.50 and on Contents $13,959.77. The amount of insurance paid on Buildings was $11,- 698.97 and on Contents $13,959.77. The Department made 4,646 inspections of Public and Mercantile Buildings and 2,415 of Private Dwellings. We call to your attention the low loss per capita and be- lieve that this can be attributed largely to our constant in- spections. Fire Prevention is fast becoming a large and important part of the work of this department. Thirty-six Company Drills were held besides two courses in First Aid. These First Aid Courses were given 268 TOWN OF LEXINGTON to the members of both Fire and Police Departments by the American Red Cross and were under the supervision of Dr. Eugene E. Willison, an instructor for the American Red Cross and Mr. Edward E. Abell, Instructor of Athletics at the High School. Two of the permanent men attended the School of Edu- cation for Firemen held in Arlington under the sponsorship of the State Department of Education and the Fire Chiefs' Club of Massachusetts. It is the intention of the Board of Engineers to have all the Permanent Men receive the bene- fits derived from this school. Permanent members worked overtime 118 hours with- out additional compensation. The attendance of the Call Men at fires and drills was excellent as usual and they were enthusiastic with respect to the courses in First Aid. We wish to thank the Police Department for their effi- cient help at ail times during the past year. Respectfully submitted, EDWARD W. TAYLOR NORMAN C. HooPER EDWARD F. BuTTRlcx Board of Engineers. SELECTMEN'S REPORT 269 REPORT OF FOREST WARDEN December 31, 1933. To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen: I herewith submit my report for the Forest Warden's Department for the year ending December 31, 1933. There were 156 alarms for grass and brush fires. This is a decrease of 122 from the total number of alarms in 1932. This may have been due to the greater care exercised by the citizens or possibly to the climatic conditions during March and April. It is hoped that every precaution will be used when fires are set out of doors especially during the spring season. It might be well to give some word of warning with re- gard to the use of incinerators. No incinerator should be used at any time when a wind is blowing. An incinerator gives one a false sense of security. Many disastrous fires originate from the careless use of these burners. Respectfully submitted) EDWARD W. TAYLOR, Forest Warden. 270 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF HEALTH INSPECTOR TO THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen: I herewith submit my annual report for the year ending December 31, 1933. The following summary shows the number and charac- ter of complaints and regular inspections made during the year: No. of Complaints Inspections 0 8 6 12 2 14 12 36 0 25 2 8 3 48 0 45 0 45 0 45 0 10 0 8 15 38 Swimming Pool Offensive odors in and about buildings Sanitary conditions of cellars Overflowing cesspools Garbage vehicles Dumps Piggeries Grocery stores and markets Restaurants Bakeries Hairdressing and Barber shops Water tests Miscellaneous I have investigated all complaints and have asked the responsible party to remedy the fault and they have been very willing to co-operate with me in every case and they think a good job has been done. During the summer no complaints have been registered from piggeries. When farmers spread manure from pig- geries, on the land it causes a very bad odor for a while, but I insist on them plowing it under the same day which is all that can be done and they are all willing to do so. I have kept right after the owners of piggeries and asked them to SELECTMEN'S REPORT 271 whitewash and disinfect them and keep yards and feeding places clean and all agree it is time well spent, and even the pigs like it. Overflowing cesspools continue to be a great source of trouble but I have been very successful in having them at- tended to and they have been taken care of in a very satis- factory manner. Many complaints have been received and disposed of without any special action. I have looked after property in back of stores, restaurants, and all other buildings and made regular inspections. By so -doing we can safely say that we have one of the cleanest towns in the state. I would like to suggest that any time one has rubbish, tin cans, or other refuse that they do not dump them along the highway for this makes more work for someone to cover them and when not covered are very unsightly. There are public dumps in different parts of the town and that is the proper place for anything of the sort. Take this re- sponsibility yourself and you will be doing the Board of Health a great favor and they will appreciate it, for they want the town to be clean and sanitary. I wish to thank the Board of Selectmen and any other Town Officers for their co-operation throughout the year. Respectfully submitted, MATTHEW STEVENSON, Health Inspector, 272 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF THE HEALTH OFFICER December 31, 1933. To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen : Attached is my report as Health Officer for the Town of Lexington from January 1, 1933, to December 31, 1933. During the past twelve months there were fifty-two visits made to establish and enforce quarantine where neces- sary and toinvestigate reported cases of contagious dis- eases. As the list that follows will show, all contagious diseases except Scarlet Fever and Diphtheria have shown a large increase in the number of cases observed. The diminution in the number of cases of the above two diseases is, no doubt, due to more carefully observed quar- antine in the cases of Scarlet Fever, and the preventive treatment for Diphtheria which is given in the local schools, and which is evidently being taken full advantage of by parents for their children. There have been only four cases of Dog Bite during the past year which also, in my opinion, proves the efficacy of restraining animals during certain periods. Three of the children bitten were attacked by a single, unlicensed and unowned dog. These children had to be treated for over a period of two weeks at the expense of the town. This unnecessary outlay may have been avoided if unlicensed dogs were taken off the streets and placed in a pound until claimed or otherwise disposed of. There have been no cases of Meningitis reported this year, but four cases. of Infantile Paralysis as against one of last year. It is interesting to note that three of these cases occurred in August and all within two weeks. Also, at no time was there any personal contact between any of the SELECTMEN'S REPORT 278 274 TOWN OF LEXINGTON cases concerned; the patients all living in different sections Trichinosis _.__......._ 1 of the town and at some distance from each other. The Influenza 25 fourth case occurred in October, and at this time also, there Lobar Pneumonia ... ......... ... 7 was no point of contact with the other patients. Three of German Measles _..._._._...._...._._._...._. 3 these cases occurred in children, and one a young married Total 256 woman of twenty-five, who at the present writing, is still in the hospital and has recovered partial use of her paralyz- Respectfully submitted, ed limbs. There is every hope, because of the skillful treat- ment which she has received, that in due time she may so C. REGINALD HARDCASTLE, M.D. far recover her faculties that she will be able to get along without assistance. Health Officer. Of the cases of Tuberculosis reported, some are receiv- ing sanitarium treatment; others are being cared for by their private physicians. There are others, however, in an active stage of the disease and with a positive sputum, who not only refuse treatment for themselves but are, because of their lack of consideration, a definite menace to the health of others with whom they come in daily contact. Whether there is any remedy for this state of affairs, 1 do not know. In several houses that I have visited, the sanitary ar- rangement leaves a great deal to be desired. I refer espe- cially to privy vaults opening directly from a kitchen. At the best of times this seems to me an unsatisfactory condi- tion; especially is this true in the summer time when these vaults are not adequately taken care of, the result is bound to be more or less sickness in the vicinity. Several of these places are in the more densely populated sections of the town and almost all abut on sewers, so that apart from the question of expense, which in all probability the owners of the property are unable to afford, there seems to me to be no adequate reason why this condition should exist. Following is a list of contagious diseases from January 1, 1933 to December 31, 1933. Dog Bite 4 Infantile Paralysis 4 Mumps 37 Chicken Pox 62 Scarlet Fever _..__..__..... _...__...._._.__.... .. __... .. 13 Measles 68 Tuberculosis 17 Whooping Cough 13 Diphtheria ----, .. _ _ ._ 2 SELECTMEN'S REPORT 275 LIST OF JURORS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN OF THE TOWN OF LEXINGTON, 1933 Name occupation Ahern, James M., Sexton._• - Allen, M. Lawrence, Automobile Repairs — Ames, Tracy W., Insurance __....__..... Bailey, George J., Farmer w„.„„ „._ _.........»... Barrington, James L., Dye Business „»„_......_. Bartlett, Fred B., Golf Driving Range . ....... Barton, George S., Com. Designer ......._. Bean, George W., Golf Range ._..___. . Sevington, Alfred J., Farmer .»....„.„._.,_._...._....»... Brenton, Charles H., Chauffeur _.__.._.—„....._.. Briggs, Clarence E., Organ Dealer .____... Suttrick, Edward F., Cotton Business _.- Callahan, Bartholomew D., Foreman -»».._.... Chamberlain, William E, Manufacturer Childs, Calvin W., Automobile Dealer ..... Connor, Frederick A., Merchant ..... „„..—.„..„...._ Cronin, Cornelius P., Salesman ......„...„..._..._......... Cumming, J. Everett, Electrician ..........» Custance, Howard E., Contractor ____-.--- Cutter, Frank P., Engineer __..... Dailey, John P., Contractor __.._.....»... Emery, Leland H., Salesman .........._.„..—,_..__ Engstrom, Richard, Chemist --_—„.-....— Fitzgerald, Thomas W., Mason _._.._. Graham, John G., Farmer ._.._... »...� ....... _. Greeley, William R., Architect —....».»»—. Hall, Irving G., Jr., Steamship Agent _ ..... Haley, William J„ Farmer .. ... _..» » Harrington, Bartlett J., Contractor .... „... Hathaway, Alton H., Bakery Bus....,„ ..... Hauck, Carl, Wood Carver ..m..._....__........... Howard, Harry F., Advertising ._..,_,._ _......... Jackson, C. Henry, Florist Jaynes, George A., Mason _W_...._ _........» Kelley, Turner C., Broker . ..........»,...„.„......... Kettell, Russell H., Teacher „ .„.......__....._ ».„ Address 69 Woburn Street „,_....,..... 24 Outlook Drive ............. 18 Winthrop Road 24 Bloomfield Street ..... 72 Bedford Street 15 Bloomfield Street 241 Bedford Street ---- 58 Marrett Road .....»._.. 13 Fletcher Avenue —..._._._ Outlook Drive 996 Mass. Avenue _._._..»... 8 Fletcher Avenue ________ 14 Eliot Road �......» ... 6 Chandler Street _._...— 282 Marrett Road »...,.........»._.... 14 Utica Street _...... 20 Vaille Avenue »».„...... 2 Tewksbury Street 83 No. Hancock Street _....... 250 Marrett Road ....».........„. 85 Meriam Street „...„_........ _6 Eliot Road .„.........M... 7 Fletcher Avenue ....„.w.... Burlington Street .—.. 1948 Mass. Avenue 78 Meriam Street _...„m.......„_.__. Bacon Street _.........„__ 11 Curve Street .„......_ 25 Oakland Street Harbell Street »„„.._ 15 Reed Street .__... 40 Clarke Street M....wW Hayes Lane _.. 2151 Mass, Avenue 10 Eliot Road 276 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Lamont, Harold B., Banker ........».»„......»....-......„....»................ 20 Winthrop Road Lawrence, Herbert M., Hardware _ _....__... „W.......... 28 Muzzey Street Locke, Arthur E., Salesman ._.._. .....,,_,._,. 62 Farmcrest Avenue Longbottom, Walter, Conductor _...__........... 16 Independence Road Lowe, George H., Retired _._...._....___......_. ........_..._...._..... 421 Marrett Road Maddison, Arthur N., Real Estate „.. _...,.,„„„....... 15 Winthrop Road Marshall, William J., Shipper.............».......w........».... 9 Independence Avenue Marsolais, Charles H., Contractor ...__..._...._._..._.»._».... 718 Mass. Avenue Martin, Ernest C., Druggist .. .„ . .w......,_ „ . 4 Rowland Avenue McCormack, John J., Chauffeur .._._._.._.....» . _... _ ___. 39 Grant Street McDonnell, Michael E., Clerk .„. ..........» ... .„ „„.„ 7 Curve Street McDonnell, Paul F., Type Setter . 28 Vine Street Milne, William D., Engineer .._...._. ._.....__..._._.»,„,._....„. 6 Glen Road Morse, Clayton M., Clerk ......_„ .»_....» _ _. 19 Sherman Street Morse, George V., Salesman _.._...» .....». „ ......._.._ 1 Vine Brook Road MulIiken, William E., Coal Business __________ 67 Waltham Street Murphy, H. Dudley, Artist Summit Road Murray, John A., Machinist............................w».»....._._._. 19 Theresa Avenue Muzzey, Clifford L., Salesman „ ..... _.w _....__... Glen Road Ext. Nichols, Howard S. 0., Retired ....» ..........__...._.__..,. 19 Hayes Avenue Noonan, Louis E., Teamster .... ....._._._...._.__...._MW,_., „, 2 Vine Street Norris, Dana T., Office Ass't..„.........7 Winthrop Raad O'Connell, Charles J_, Laborer . 74 Webb Street O'Connor, John E., Bus Operator _ _„ ....„. 20 Waltham Street O'Donnell, Bernard, Machinist „........„.....,» „„, »,», . ........ 4 Shirley Street Parks, Joseph A., Salesman ..................... .._........_..,_..,.. 4 Hillside Terrace Partridge, Ashley W., Bakery Business m ..._.„ 274 Marrett Road Pierce, Clifford W., Salesman .....„......._...._.__._....._....__._.... 1 Eustis Street Potter, William G., Farmer .__..._...._..._...._,_„„_..._...„....„„..»_._ Walnut Street Pratt, James A., Tree Surgeon ...__.„», _,»», ,_..... ....._..... Webb Street Preston, Elwyn G., Treasurer „.„. ....w __..,, 4 Bennington Road Rhones, Edward F., Laundry __.... „„, „„, „ Winter Street Richards, Gordon D., Contractor „„,.,,_,„.„.............._.. 31 Hancock Street Ross, George M., Salesman _ „....„.... ...._.._. 45 Hancock Street Rowse, Richard E., Salesman ..,„„ 14 Adams Street Ryan, Christopher S., Manager »....» ..... .___._„ 10 Bedford Street Rycroft, Peter, Laborer ..,,„..... _ ..».». 12 Utica Street Sandison, William A., Gas Station „M.......„ ....._ 54 Reed Street Sargent, Edward H., Secretary „„, » „ ,. ,.___....,., 27 Oakland Street Shepard, Frank R., Retired 1386 Mass. Avenue Sherburne, Warren, Auditor .._._.... .,„„_, . ....._..�.. 34 Hancock Street Simonds, George A., Mechanic _._...._.__........._»...........__ 8 Adams Street Slocum, Curlys L., Instructor _„,,,,.....� _ Blossom Street Smith, Allen C., Dry Goods ... _...».». ......... . 5 Forest Street Smith, George E., Merchant ....„.....„...... _...__.,„.„...._.. 14 Grant Street Smith, Lester E., Grocer ... _ „w . ...... 34 Clarke Street Sorensen, Harry, Mechanic �„._,„„,., ,.,_._.»_. 92 Woburn Street SELECTMEN'S REPORT 277 Steeves, Clyde E., Steamfitter 50 Hilltop Avenue Stevens, Rupert H., Contractor _.. _ „„.._„ M...._... .. 86 Mariam Street Swan, Joseph, Real Estate „... ••---•••. •• — 23 Bedford Street Teague, George S., Candy Maker „ ..... __.....__....„ ..... Valley Road Valentine, John S., Insurance _. _.__.._ „....__.._ 1698 Mass. Avenue Walker, Clifton E., Chiropodist 102 Bedford Street Washburn, George E., Teacher ..........„ . „ ... „ 21 Parker Street Wellington, Herbert A., Salesman ...._...._.» „...„......._..... 2139 Mass. Avenue Whalen, John P., Furniture Bus. ...._..._.__..._..... ..» „..„ .._._ 21 Eliot Road Wheeler, Harry A., Treasurer ..._.. __.. 31 Somerset Road Whipple, Bertram F., Bank Clerk 13 Chase Avenue Whipple, Paul, Shoe Salesman ............. _...._.__............. 15 Belfry Terrace Whittemore, Richard, Insurance ... » ._. _..__ 2209 Mass. Avenue Wilson, Donald, Engineer . _..._.... ...... .„... 33 Bloomfield Street Wilson, Waiter H., Farmer .._... _....___._ . .. 33 Fern Street Woad, George H., Painter ...__._.. _ _..__w „ .._„ .... 16 Muzzey Street Worthen, Edwin B., Banker 5 Winthrop Road Zubowitch, Matthew M., Garage Keeper ._._._.....W......- 136 Oak Street Adopted June 27, 1933. 278 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF MILK INSPECTOR December 31, 1933. To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS I herewith submit the following report for the year ending December 31, 1933. No. of samples seized or purchased .._. _. ...._ 100 No. of samples analyzed for Butter fat and „..„.„... total solids.__._....._...._..__....__.__..__..__.._.__._._. 100 No. examined for bacteria and other organisms .. 75 No. of Inspections of Milk Plants „.„..... „„....„„„ .„. 58 No. of Inspections of Dairy Farms ...._. .... 75 No. of Licenses issued _ _..._...._m_...._...._ __.__.... 70 No. of Licenses for Pasteurized Plants ... _ ....... No. of Licenses for Ice Cream w.„........ No. of Oleomargarine Licenses Issued ..... Average percent Butter fat content .... Average percent total Solids „............._M.„„„,, ..... 8 1 3 3.93 12.52 During the year I have spent much time in putting the Dairy Farms in the best conditions they have ever been. These barns have all been whitewashed and disinfected, made clean and sanitary. I am interested in giving the people of the town the best possible milk that can be had and cleanliness is the first and most important thing to -day. The milk analysis stand very good, and with a few excep- tions, the milk has a very low bacteria count. Our Dairies rank as high as any in the State. Respectfully submitted, MATTHEW STEVENSON, Milk Inspector. SELECTMEN'S REPORT 279 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE MOTH DEPARTMENT AND TREE WARDEN December 31, 1933. To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN, LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS. Dear Sirs:— I hereby submit my annual report as Deputy Tree War- den and Supt. of the Moth Department for the year ending December 31st, 1933. Since I assumed the duties of the two above depart- ments on March 1st, 1933, the following work has been ac- complished. Trees at all public grounds such as parks, school grounds and cemeteries and trees along the highway have been treated with creosote and also sprayed with arse- nic of lead solution for the suppression of the gypsy moths. Owing tothe damage done by the Elm Leaf Beetle in 1932, it was necessary to spray all elm trees twice this year to prevent any further damage. Dead wood was removed from a number of trees in all sections of the Town. Trees have been set out on Allen Street, Waltham Street, Shirley Street and around the Franklin School. I am sorry to re- port that a number of old trees had to be removed this year as they were beyond repair and becoming dangerous. This year we have started a program of blocking out the Town in sections whereby we can thoroughly clean out the trees in one section at a time. By this method, it will be possible to watch our trees more closely. The trees in the following streets have been taken care of under this plan: Forest Street, Muzzey Street, Raymond Street, Clarke Street from Forest Street to Mass. Avenue, Mass. Avenue from Clarke Street to Forest Street Extension. My sugges- tion is that we continue this program. Further suggestions are that we make a study of the Dutch Elm disease which is becoming quite prevalent 280 TOWN OF LEXINGTON throughout certain sections of the country, and we must guard against it as eighty per cent of our street trees are elms. I would also suggest the purchase of two hundred Linden trees for our nursery to be planted along roadsides at a later date. The purchase of a new spraying machine is very neces- sary. The machine we have at present has been in use since 1908 and it is impossible to replace some of its parts. In conclusion, I wish to say that this department is called upon a great deal to do work but can make no res- ponse as our appropriation will not allow it. I also wish to say that we have been requested to take down trees many times that with a little forethought might have been saved. Respectfully submitted, JOHN J. GARRITY, Deputy Tree Warden and Moth Supt. SELECTMEN'S REPORT 281 REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT OF PARKS December 31, 1933. To THE HON. BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen :— In submitting the twentieth annual report of the Park Dept., I would say that there was very little permanent new work done with the exception of the installation of the filter- ing system at the Swimming Pool. The grounds of all our playgrounds and parks received their usual care. Activities at all our playgrounds are increasing each year. This would indicate that there will be need for the expansion of the cen- ter playground to the land which is not suitable for use at the present time but which could be put in suitable condition at a very reasonable cost. BATTLE GREEN During the past year, approximately three fourths of an acre of the Green has been fertilized and seeded and I am in hopes that we will be able to bring the lower end up to grade this coming year. With this done, it should not be necessary to disturb the turf for the next five years. The base of the Bag pole is in very bad condition and should be repaired. The trees are in very good condition and require but very little attention. BUCKMAN TAVERN The Tavern grounds were fertilized, mowed and trim- med and general care was given to the trees. Weekly concerts were presented on the Tavern grounds by the Lexington Community Band under the direction of Mr. Bernier. This band is an organization made up of Lexington citizens who are interested in band instruments 282 TOWN OF LEXINGTON and was sponsored by Mr. James J. Carroll, and to him I know the citizens of the Town are very grateful for these weekly concerts. They were attended very largely, a fair estimate of the gathering placed at 1000 people a night. Weekly concerts of this sort are very entertaining in a com- munity of this size and I hope that this will be continued in another season. HASTINGS PARI The park was given its usual care, trees and grass be- ing fertilized, walks and borders trimmed, and two young elms planted as replacements. It is very necessary that we give the trees on this park a good pruning as they are getting very thick and woody. NORTH LEXINGTON PLAYGROUND During the summer a small portion of land adjoining the Parker School property was levelled off, sand box erect- ed, dead wood and all debris removed and burned up. The ground at the base of the hill adjoining Valley Road was staked out and is now being filled in so that in the coming year we will be enabled to erect two tennis courts. This will be a large addition to this playground. The children were given the benefit of an instructor during the summer months. This was the first summer the playground was open, and the report is as follows : Total playground attendance for the season Total attendance transported to the swimming pool .m.. Average daily attendance at playground Daily pool attendance, boys Daily pool attendance, girls The following craft articles were made:— Crepe ade:Crepe paper parrots __...._._. .._._. „ ._ ............M_...._._ Scrap books Yarn mats Bead bracelets __._....___._..._... „...„ _ „.... ._..._._._»._.Y „„„ Bead head bands Paper pottery Bead tape pocketbooks Bead flowers 1249 160 32 4 12 25 1 8 4 2 8 3 1 The playground opened Monday July 3rd, 1933 with an enthusiastic group of children. Tuesday of each week was SELECTMEN'S REPORT 283 set apart as picnic day. Every child who wished brought a picnic lunch and spent the entire day at the playground. On these days after lunch, they would engage in treasure hunts, tell personal experiences and play games. These days were set apart to enable the parents to have a free day in which to shop or visit. Each Wednesday and Friday, the children who wished to receive instructions in swimming were trans- ported to the swimming pool at the Center Playground, the boys in the morning and the girls in the afternoon. Every day the children worked on handcraft, played with the ap- paratus, which the School Committee so generously gave us permission to use, and the smaller children played in the sand box. Group games were used as often as possible, and some of the games were for individual competition in order to prepare the children for the final field day. On days that it was too hot for strenuous play, the children would retire to a shady spot and hold a story hour. The children from North Lexington attended and competed in both the mid- year and final field day at the Center Playground and also took part in the Indian Pageant and swimming events. To show our appreciation to the children at the end of the sea- son, they joined with the other two playgrounds in a trip to Benson's Wild Animal Farm. RESERVOIR The dead wood, brush and debris was again cleaned up this year. If this is done every year, it becomes less expen- sive and will give the trees and shrubs that we are caring for a better opportunity to survive. Tests of the water were again taken this year, and to our surprise and satisfaction, the water was found to be very suitable for bathing. Skat- ing is enjoyed on the Reservoir by those who wish to par- ticipate in this wonderful winter sport and we encourage its use for skating purposes. EAST LEXINGTON PLAYGROUND This playground shows a wonderful improvement each year. With the aid given to us by the Unemployment Relief Committee, we were able to have a man three days a week to keep it tidy and in good condition so that at all times the use of the field could be realized. During the coming year it is our desire to be able to remove some of the lobes that pro- trude in the outfield of the baseball playing field. This would add in comfort and be less dangerous for those play- ing at outfield positions. 284 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Miss Marjorie E. Hyde was employed as instructor at the playground. The playground opened on Monday, July 3rd, and closed Saturday, Aug. 26th, affording the children of East Lexington an eight week period of recreational ac- tivities. There were 283 children registered. The average daily attendance was 117. Every Tuesday or Thursday un- der the care of the Jr. Patrol Leader, the children went to the Center Playground for instruction in swimming, the girls in the morning and the boys in the afternoon. Every Wednesday was set aside with a full day program. The children brought their lunches and remained for the whole day and some special event such as a treasure hunt took place. Each week during the season, a different kind of tournament such as tennis, croquet, horse -shoes or jack - stones was held and the winners competed with the winners of the other playgrounds on the mid -year and final field days which were held at the Center Playground. Every day the boys and girls participated in group games such as spud, dodge -ball, baseball and kickball. The boys formed junior and senior baseball teams which competed with the baseball teams from the Center Playground and the senior team also competed with Arlington and Winchester playgrounds and the Arlington Heights Boys Club and had a very successful season. The team was fortunate this summer in having John Barnes, Captain of the High School Baseball Team, for its Manager and Coach, and we are very grateful to him for volunteering his time. When the teams went out of town, the transportation was furnished by Mrs. Hyde and Mr. Potter, to whom we are very grateful. Some of the children were chosen to take part in the Indian Pageant which was given at the Center Playground. These children attended rehearsals there on several after- noons. The costumes and bead work which they wore at the pageant were part of their handcraft work which was done at the playground. The children enjoyed the pageant very much, and I think that a similar enterprise would be equally successful in future seasons. The girls were very much in- terested in handcraft work and made such things as pocket- books, mats, scrap books and bracelets. Near the end of the season forty children who had been regular attendants at the playground were given a trip to Benson's Wild Animal Farm. It was enjoyed very much by all. During the last week of the season, playground mem- bers were divided into units of Red and Blue teams with SELECTMEN'S REPORT 285 Marion Hynes and Leburton Blodgett as captains. The teams competed in games and tournaments during the week and the competition was very keen in spite of the poor weather. The final field day at the Center Playground brought the season to a climax when the winners of the East Lexington Playground competed with the winners of the Center Playground in all tournaments. The playground season was brought to an end with the final swimming meet when the following awards were made: The cup donated by the Lexington Rotary Club for ob- taining the largest number of points was awarded to Lebur- ton Blodgett who had a very keen competitor in Patricia Schlicthte, who received 198 points against his 199. Third year monograms .... ..... _ .... Patricia Schlicthte Second year letter Marion Hynes Mary Marshall, Phyllis Howland, Leburton Blodgett, Edward Hoitt. CENTER PLAYGROUND 1 am sorry that I cannot report at this time of any per- manent improvement on this playground as funds were not available to increase any playing areas, but in the coming year we are expecting to have two new tennis courts ready for play around the first of May. These two tennis courts and the two tennis courts at the Parker School Playground should meet our requirements for the present. A caretaker was employed on a full time basis during the summer and he was given the responsibility of the care of the grounds and its supervision. This gave us the assurance that there was someone on the grounds at all times to check on the tennis courts and also keep the playing field in good condition. A great deal of work is being done to improve the en- trance of the grounds under a C. W. A. project, but it is too early at present to make any report of this work. We are sure, however, that it will make a great improvement. This year the Police Dept. installed a police box at the Center Playground which will be of great advantage as they report from this box while making their round and will help a great deal in keeping down any vandalism that might occur. 286 TOWN OF LEXINGTON In the month of August fifty members of the Boston Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Mr. Chester Cook, presented six concerts at the playground which were greatly appreciated by all those who attended. We were very fortunate this year in procuring the same playground supervisors that we had in 1932, Mr. Abell, Miss Rudd, Mr. Mara and Miss Swett, and Miss Cum- mings, who acted as Clerk and they formed the personnel of not only our playground, but also our swimming pool. This playground also opened its activities on July 3rd with the usual ceremony, the flag raising. The children all gathered around the flag pole and after the flag was raised and the salute given, Mr. Abell explained the activities that were to take place during the week. On Monday, Wednesday and Friday from nine to eleven A. M. the children had a game period. Those not taking part in the game period were given a chance to play off their tournaments. During this time the boys had a craft period with Mr. Mara. At 11 o'clock, Miss Swett took charge of a story hour and the boys usually had a baseball game. In the afternoon the girls had craft work from one to three with Miss Rudd in charge and games and stories from three to five with Miss Swett. This program was reversed on Tues- days and Thursdays giving the girls a craft period from nine to eleven. Kiddies hour was continued this year for one hour every day from three to four under the direction of Miss Swett. This provides amusement for the younger children and gives the women an opportunity to leave their children in an especially cared for group during their swim- ming hour. This program was followed closely being varied on special occasions and many times upset by rainy weather. Thursday was lunch day. The average attendance this year at lunch hour was a little lower than last year. Games and treasure hunts and a feature being exciting games between the Reds and the Blues were held. Double dodge ball seemed to be the favorite game this season and caused great excite- ment when being played for team points. The two field days were a great success this year, the mid-season one being held July 27th and the final field day on August 24th. Com- petition with outside towns was a big feature this year, several baseball games being played. A track meet was held with Arlington and a tennis match with Winchester. This outside competition not only gives the children an oppor- SELECTMEN'S REPORT 287 tunity to compete with other teams but also gives us an op- portunity to compare our work with that of other towns. A very interesting feature was the competition between the winners of the tournaments of the three playgrounds. The competition was a great deal closer this year due to the in- creased attendance and interest in East Lexington. If East Lexington should conduct their own mid -year Field Day another year, I think this competition between the tourna- ment winners with the other playgrounds on the final field day would be more keenly contested. The Indian Pageant planned and coached by Mr. Abell was a most successful event, a group of 65 children taking part. This was a novel feature in that it was presented at night and lights furnished and supervised by Chief Edward W. Taylor and the crew of Special Service of the Lexington Fire Dept. were of great advantage and we are grateful to him and his men for their interest in the children. The cos- tumes were made by the children themselves during craft period. That, of course, made it impossible for us to turn out as many craft articles this year, but the children en- joyed making their own costumes and learned the art of crayoning, covering cloth with ornaments and the drying of macaroni to use as beads provided an interesting project also. In addition to the costumes, the girls made beaded head bands, bracelets, pocketbooks, mats out of yarn, knit on spools, and dishes made from paper streamers. The boys made wallets, change purses, ash trays and pin trays from hammered copper and fleece moccasins as well as jig saw puzzles. On August 21st, a group of 140 children from the three playgrounds were taken to Benson's Animal Farm. This trip proved to be a very educational experience. The children who made the trip were those whose attendance at the playground averaged over 80 per cent. Mr. Benson ad- mitted all children free and furnished every child with tickets for an elephant ride. The sights on the Farm proved so interesting that we had no time for games. Lunch was enjoyed in the picnic grove. In the afternoon the children were greatly interested by the exhibitions given by the dif- ferent animal trainers. Sunday, August the 27th, brought to a close a most successful playground season. The only activity in our playground program where we showed a weakness was in tennis. We intend to give more 288 TOWN OF LEXINGTON time in this direction the coming season. Our season is so short we cannot be expected to teach more than the funda- mentals of this sport. SWIMMING POOL Again we were very fortunate in being able to secure the services of a man so qualified as Mr. Abell to take charge of our swimming pool, as under our record system it is very necessary to have a highly qualified person for this position. The attendance at the swimming pool grows larger every year. Therefore the duties of the supervisor increase. This was the first year that the pool was open for the full season for the evening swimming, and if the attendance does not increase in the coming year, I will make a sugges- tion that it be discontinued. To enlighten and not tire you of figures, I will quote the following attendance record for the ten weeks season:— Between the hours of 6 and 7 P. M. — 192 men -- 3 women Between the hours of 7 and 8 P. M. — 127 men — 111 women. The total registration of the pool is as follows: 166 men 240 women 496 girls 360 boys 1262 --Total. In brief form, 1262 people used the pool for a total of 9465 times. Children who learned to swim: 26 girls 17 boys Triangle Meet: Lexington Waltham SWIMMING MEETS Scores. 64 31 SELECTMEN'S REPORT 289 Winchester Meet: Lexington Winchester Red Cross Life Saving Awards:— Junior: Richard Cowdrey Thayer Rudd Freeman Nourse Francis Rocque Frank Sullivan Knute Helm Ellen Greeley Senior: Odin McPhee John Cotter Mrs. Margaret Gfroerer Marjorie Bean Eleanor Trask Lexington Rotary Club Cup Improvement Placque Award: Master Swimmer: American Legion Awards: Boys Girls 63 13 James Silva Richard Cowdrey Jack Mara James Silva Eleanor Mealy First Year Letters: Jean Shaffer, Veronica Valliere, Richard Cowdrey, Knute Helm Second Year Letters: Bill Pierce, Robert Michelson Third Year Monograms: Freeman Nourse, Nora Corcoran A woman's swimming class has been started and proved to be very successful, thirty-eight women joining. The progress made was very satisfactory. The filter system was installed and added a great deal to the convenience of the swimming and saved continually dumping and filling. This in itself is a great saving to the maintenance cost of the pool. 299 TOWN OF LEXINGTON In conclusion I have the following recommendations to make: that we provide adult supervision at our center playground as each year the adult attendance has been increasing very rapidly; that we erect a new fence at the Center Play- ground along Parker Street as the fence that was erected in 1914 is in bad condition; that we procure plans for a swim- ming pool at the Lexington Reservoir; that we provide a field house at the Center Playground; that we provide more skating areas; that we clean up the play pond at the East Lexington Playground. This has been a very satisfactory year as I hope results will show for themselves. Respectfully submitted, JOHN J. GARRITY, Supt. of Parks. SELECTMEN'S REPORT 291 REPORT OF PLUMBING INSPECTOR December 31, 1933. To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen : I herewith submit my report as Plumbing Inspector for the year ending December 31, 1933: Number of applications filed and permits granted -75 Sixty-four permits issued at $2.00 $128.40 Eleven permits were issued where no charge was made owing to the fact that the old fixtures were replaced with new ones. An application was filed for each case so as to keep a record of the work being done. Respectfully submitted, ANDREW BAIN, Plumbing Inspector. 292 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF POLICE DEPARTMENT To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen : I have the honor to submit the following report for the year ending December 31, 1933: Number of Arrests _� ..... _._.._ Offenses for which arrests were made: Assault and Battery _ ..._...._M._..._....__ . _._. _ 20 1 1 1 1 11 5 3 3 74 2 1 2 1 30 1 2 1 3 4 3 8 1 1 6 347 Assault with a dangerous weapon _..._.... _. Attempt Larceny __.._..... „...._..w .._...�.._... ,_. Bastardy.. _ .._......» , __... _ ........._ . ..... _....._... Breaking and Entering » _....__... �. ...._.� Breaking Street Lights _.__.. Collecting junk without a license _.� .. _••••_ Default» ....� ..._._ ........_._.........». .:__.. .. ... ..... Drunkenness ...... ..._.. ........,_. ........, ..... �....». Escape from Middlesex County Training School .- Escape from Veterans' Hospital . ......». Keeping illegal gaming machines Keeping unlicensed dog _.._.._.... ......___._.. Larceny_....._ .»..... _ ... �_....._._._._ _ Lewdness ...... ......_. _...»......__.._..._ » Lew and Lascivious ...._.._ ._... »,_._...._».w ..»., ......... Malicious Mischief ... . _._ ..._ , _..._ ..» Manslaughter __...._....___....». _...._..._ __._. » Neglected children __..._._. _....._._...._._._ ..... Non Payment of Fine Non Support , _...._» .........._._ » ....._ . _ Non Payment of wages .. .......... __.. ... _..._ ._. _ . Peddling without a license _w_.. r..._ ....» Perjury_ ._.._..... .� ..... _...._....__ ...» . ___ . Ringing false alarms ........_..._....... _ __.__ Suspicious persons ..».w. _..._..... SELECTMEN'S REPORT Vagrancy»........_._..__ ._ . .....» .._._ .. _ __� _ Violating Automobile Laws .._.__._...._ ._.._w._ ...._. Violating By -Laws ....._....__. ...... . ,_ _...�.__. Violating Liquor Law ...._.W._....___.....___.... Violating Probation ....... _. .._ ._.___.. .. Total... 1 127 4 16 1 347 Disposition of Cases Comitted to Concord Reformatory __..__.... ....» 3 Committed to House of Correction ..._ __.__. 19 Committed to Psychopathic Hospital w..._.........__„..... 1 Committed to State Farm .. _.__.__ _...__ „ 1 Committed to State Prison _.__._ ... .. _ . » 2 Committed to Westfield Sanatorium _..._......_.............. 4 Continued__..__._....._._.„.,.....-..........._».........».._,.....__.._. 8 Defaulted ...... ..».. . » .. _ .._.__..._ .. 2 Discharged 59 Filed_..._...._._._..._. .._..... . _.» .,_ ., _ . .. »» 69 Fined ...._.»__._...._.__._.__.._...___... _. ....» .. ... 125 Probation 23 Released 11 8 Turned over to Middlesex County Training School 2 Turned over to out of town Police ......._.__._.._............. 9 Turned over to Veterans' Hospital ». ....._..__.._,__. 1 Total--- 347 293 Aggregate Amount of Fines Imposed ».,, ,_........ $3,385.00 Aggregate Terms of Imprisonment ..._ ...._.... 45 years, 8 months Miscellaneous Business Accidents Reported .........._...__.._w� _. __� _.. _ Accidents Investigated Buildings Found Open ..... .... . _ _.._._ ._ Complaints Investigated ...._._. _.� ... Officers Special Duty .. ----.__________—......-- Street Street Lights Reported Out ..._ . .... ._. ..» _ 144 Unoccupied Houses Given Special Attention _.–.... 153 Number of Duty Calls 5840 Number of Miles Run by Chevrolet __ ._ _._ 67,000 Number of Miles Run by Motorcycle »....._._ P.. 10,000 Number of Fire Alarms Responded To _...._.-.......... 81 Number of Stolen Automobiles Recovered _._.._.._. 9 320 32o 127 512 160 hrs. 294 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Violation of Automobile Laws Offenses Itemized: Allowing improper person to operate ».. __ 2 Allowing person to operate uninsured automobile 1 Allowing person to operate unregistered Going away and not making selves known after causing injury to persons and property 9 Operating after revocation3 Operating at a speed greater than reason- able and proper 11 Operating so the lives and safety of the public might be endangered .... ...»......... 18 Operating under the influence of liquor .._..._ M„... 40 Operating uninsured and unregistered automobiles W ._._....__.._...._..._._._._._.__.._ .._.... 11 Operating recklessly _._,........ _ _...._...._..__.___... 1 Operating without a license . „...._.... .__.» w„. 17 Using automobile without authority ....».._._.. M..... 2 Refusing to stop for a Police Officer ....._...._...._.... _ _ 4 Selling automobile without proper transfer 1 Violating the Law of the Road .... __....._.._ 5 Violating signal lights _....__, ._..._..._ 1 1 Total_._...._...._..... 127 During the year we had two fatal accidents. Last year a radio was installed in the Police car, and it has given valuable and efficient service. Benjamin W. Day was appointed to the department last April, and he makes a very good officer. The Officers of this Department, have by their atten- tion to duty, and by their alertness, made some very import- ant arrests, and I wish to congratulate them at this time for their very efficient service. Yours very truly, JAMES J. SULLIVAN, Chief of Police. SELECTMEN'S REPORT 295 REPORT OF POSTURE CLINIC COMMITTEE December 31, 1933. HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN, LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS. Gentlemen :— The work of the Lexington Posture Clinics during 1933 opened with the photographing of all school children from the third through the sixth grades by means of the silhouet- teograph camera. These photographs, which are taken with the child standing as nearly as possible in his natural posi- tion, are graded according to their posture classification and all those graded D are segregated for special work in the clinics. For purposes of individual instruction, clinics are held at each school building; at the Franklin school on Monday, Parker on Tuesday, Munroe and Hancock on Thursday, and at the Adams on Friday. The entire clinical enrollment of each building is divided into four groups which attend clin- ics on an eight-week basis with examination by Dr. William Rogers at the end of each training period. There have been frequent visits to the clinics by parents, home social workers and students of physiotherapy, and the hearty co-operation of the superintendent of schools, principals and teachers have made possible an ex- tensive accomplishment during the past year. The following report covers period from January 1, 1933 through Decem- ber 31, 1933. TOTAL NUMBER OF CASES 3rd Through 6th Grades New Cases old Cases 53 47 6 33 31 2 64 59 5 51 50 1 30 26 4 231 213 18 Parker ....__ Hancock .. . Adams Munroe - Franklin .- 296 TOWN OF LEXINGTON At Dr. Rogers' clinics held on February 18, April 29, June 3, and December 16, 1933 one hundred and thirty-six children were examined and graded. Of this number 85 were accorded grades of A, B, or C and unless retained for some special treatment children attaining these grades are dismissed with the exception of monthly check-ups to make room for new cases. During the coming year all C cases are to be rephoto- graphed at the mid-term in February to determine the cor- rective power of children falling within the C classification. In that group of cases where corrective power is lacking and children fail to improve through the regular physical education program the help of the posture clinics will be ex- tended to these cases as well as to the D cases. The number of cases referred to Massachusetts General Hospital for X -Ray or prescription -13, 25 cases have been referred to clinic workers by Dr. Rogers for special cor- rective work with feet and arches. Total Attendance for 1933-1,752. Grades attained by each school at Dr. Rogers' Clinics. B B C C Adams Munroe Hancock 3 5 2 3 1 4 7 2 5 6 4 Parker Franklin 2 3 2 6 4 6 3 3 2 4 5 3 INDIVIDUAL SCHOOL RECORDS Adams No. of D eases treated No. of special corrective cases No. discharged by Dr. Rogers Total attendance for 1933 Munroe No. of D cases treated No. of special corrective cases No. discharged by Dr. Rogers Total attendance for 1933 64 4 35 692 51 26 361 SELECTMEN'S REPORT Hancock No. of D cases treated No. of special corrective cases No. discharged by Dr. Rogers Total attendance for 1933 Franklin No. of D cases treated No. of special corrective cases No. discharged by Dr. Rogers Total attendance for 1933 Parker No. of D cases treated No. of special corrective cases No. discharged by Dr. Rogers Total attendance for 1933 Respectfully submitted, EVA C. POTTER RUTH E. MORRISON EDITH M. KELLEY 33 3 19 202 30 3 14 150 53 3 24 347 297 298 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF THE PUBLIC WELFARE DEPARTMENT December 31, 1933. To THE BOARD OF PUBLIC WELFARE, TOWN OF LEXINGTON Gentlemen : As agent of the Board I submit the following report for the year ending December 31, 1933. The records of this office show that under Chapter 117 of the General Laws (Support by Cities and Towns) and Chapter 118 (Aid to Mothers with Dependent Children), 187 families representing 741 persons were aided. Actual disbursements under these Chapters amounted to $53,233.45. Reimbursements were received from State, Cities and Towns, and Individuals in the amount of $18,303.11, ma k- ing a net expense of $34,930.34. Of the 741 persons aided this year 108 families or 432 persons had a settlement in Lexington, 31 families repre- senting 128 persons were charged to other cities and towns, and 45 families representing 168 persons having no perman- ent settlement were charged to the State. Three families had a divided settlement. During the year 130 men (families) representing 545 persons were given work. This aid was given to citizens with Lexington settlements and was on the basis of $3.00 per day for work performed. Total expenditures $23,961.96 made up as follows: contributions from town employees $18,046.90, $5,915.06 from the appropriation of $13,000 made at the March meeting for Public Works Labor and Material Account. Forty families representing 186 persons received aid both under Chapter 117 and Unemployment Relief. SELECTMEN'S REPORT 299 Under the Federal Emergency Relief Act the Town has received $12,858.60 covering reimbursement by the govern- ment for the first six months in 1933. I am informed that up to the present time no further disbursements have been made by the Government. Recapitulation DISBURSEMENTS -- Public Welfare, Chapters 117-118 »_»......_... $53,233.46 Unemployment Relief .... __ .».» 23,961.96 Soldiers Relief _ .._..._— __ ....._— 2,574.97 Total REIMBURSEMENTS—State, Cities and Towns, Individuals $18,303.11. Federal Government 12,858.60 Contributions from Town Employees ._......._....... 18,046.90 $79,770.38 $49,208.61 Net cost of relief rendered out of Town Funds $30,561.77 Total families 292, representing 1169 persons, an average of 4 persons to a family. Per family- Gross __ _..._ ........_...,_... $273.18 Net 104.66 Per person - Gross 68.24 Net._ _ __ _..__ _....__.._.._...._.._..... 26.14 December 31, 1932 Public Welfare— Families Person (including Mothers' Aid) .......—. 100 442 Unemployment Relief ,..__._.___.... .. 51 202 Soldiers' Relief _....» _.». _._ _. 1 4 Total 152 648 December 31, 1933 Public Welfare --- (including Mothers' Aid) ....__—.... 87 328 Unemployment Relief ........ ...»»» 0 0 Soldiers' Relief _-...._._..__..._ 3 15 Total 90 343 300 TOWN OF LEXINGTON The marked decrease shown December 31, 1933 as compared with December 31, 1932 is due to the Civil Works Administration Projects started the middle of November and which took from our relief lists all men able to perform the necessary work. During the period from November 16, 1933 to Decem- ber 31, 1933 approximately 98 men (families) representing 435 persons were taken from the Relief Rolls and given work on the C.W.A. projects. Unemployment Relief Census Under the direction of the Federal Emergency Relief Administration schedules were filled out and returned for 127 families on our rolls during the month of October receiving aid under Chapter 117 of the General Laws, Un- employment Relief and Soldiers Relief. Red Cross Flour Through the Lexington Chapter of the American Red Cross 480 bags of flour were received during 1932 and the early part of 1933, and distribution of this flour was made through the office of your agent. This flour was much appreciated by the recipients and acknowledgement has been duly made to our local chapter for their cooperation. Federal Pork On November 17, 1933 the first of the commodities to be distributed by the Federal Emergency Relief Adminis- tration was received. It consisted of 1500 pounds of pork. Distribution of this pork was made to families on the relief rolls and receipts for the same were returned to the Federal Emergency Relief Administrator in Massachusetts. Lexington Public Health Association Clothing Bureau Acknowledgement is hereby made of the assistance rendered by the Public Health Association and those in charge of the Clothing Bureau in the Cary Memorial Hall. Through this bureau clothing and other articles contributed by the people of Lexington, and the American Red Cross have been given out to those in need, and this has assisted materially in the work of this department. Emergent Conservation Work In June, 1933 Lexington was allotted a quota of 18 young men between the ages of 18 and 25 inclusive for Emergency Conservation Work, of which 18 were accepted SELECTMEN'S REPORT 801 and assigned to various camps. In October Lexington was allowed a quota of 4 of which 4 were certified and accepted. As of December 31, 1933 of the 23 who were sent to the various camps, S remained in the Civilian Conservation Corps. 1 desire to express my appreciation for the cooperation of the Board and to all others who assisted in the work of this department, and to those outside of the department who have contributed in any way to the work of relief. Respectfully submitted, LAWRENCE G. MITCHELL, Agent. 302 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC WORKS December 31, 1933. HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen:— The twelfth annual report of the Superintendent of Public Works is herewith submitted:— Because of the extraordinary conditions due to the de- pression of the past few years, heads of all departments were urged to practice strict economy in submitting budget plans for 1933 and cutting expenses wherever possible with- out seriously impairing the service. I believe that the results show that everyone felt the responsibility imposed and has endeavored to conform to the requests for economy. ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT The Engineering Department has carried on the usual engineering work for all departments, such as making esti- mates and plans, giving lines and grades on construction and other work, and many other details. The department has made surveys and drawn plans for street construction, surveys and layouts for new streets, given lines and grades for sidewalk construction, street line information to abutting owners, measurements regarding excavations, measurements of Iedge in excavations, grades for sewer connections, lines and grades for sewer construc- tion, lines and grades for Park Department, and lines and grades for drainage information. The department has made topographical surveys and plans, corrections on the map of the Town, surveys and SELECTMEN'S REPORT 303 plans for the Planning Board, and record plans to be filed with the Registry of Deeds. WATER AND SEWER DEPARTMENT The report of the Superintendent of the Water De- partment will give the details of cost and operation. This department has made only necessary extensions to give ser- vice to new buildings with the exception of the twelve inch construction in Tewksbury, Sargent and Hill Streets. This latter construction was for the purpose of reenforcing the system and will increase the volume and pressure in the north part of Town. Money for a part of the expense of this extension was contributed by Federal Government through the Civil Works Administration. It is necessary each year to add extensions to the sys- tem in order that new houses may receive water in streets where the service has not been installed or where only a portion of the street has been piped. During the past ten years twenty-five miles of exten- sions have been made, the total mileage being over sixty- five. At the present time about eight per cent of the mains are of four inch size. It has been the intention to replace a part of these small mains with larger pipe but due to the fact that new extensions have exhausted all construction appropriations, it has been impossible to make these re- placements. An attempt should be made to replace the four inch mains or install larger mains in the streets where the small ones are located, for while the small main will take care of domestic service, the amount of water which can be obtained for fire supply is inadequate. As the greater part of the four inch mains are in the thickly settled parts of the Town, it is easy to understand what this would mean in case of several fires in the same locality at one time. Plans have been made to construct, as early in 1934 as it is safe to proceed, a steel standpipe of a million gallons capacity to replace the present cement standpipe which can- not be satisfactorily and economically maintained. This work is to be conducted as a Public Works Administration project under which the Federal Government furnishes a part of the money for its construction. This new stand- pipe will be of about twice the capacity of the one now in 304 TOWN OF LEXINGTON use, it will last many years longer than one of cement, and will be more economical in maintenance cost. It might be interesting to know that since the Water Department plant was purchased for $200,000.00 from the Lexington Water Company in 1895, $1,907,312.31 has been spent for upkeep, extensions, interest on bonds and notes and for Metropolitan water, not including the purchase price. In addition to the care of the Water Department, the Superintendent also has charge of the Sewer Department. At the present time there are seventeen miles of sewer pipe in service, a part of which is trunk line. Late in the year a new trunk sewer was started at the Arlington line which will reach as far as the East Lexing- ton Railroad Station. This will not only relieve the present trunk line but will take care of streets where the elevation is too low to be serviced by the present system. Cesspools which in many cases are a bother and a nuisance overflowing and draining through the land and may be a source of ill health and disease, are unnecessary when the sewer is within reach and all who can take advan- tage of the system should do so. There are many buildings in the town to which the sewer is accessible but the owners have not yet availed themselves of the privilege. At the present time less than one-third of the buildings in the Town are connected with the sewer system. PUBLIC WORKS BUILDING The. Public Works Building continues to aid in the ec- onomical operation of the various departments. In the pur- chase of supplies and material, advantage can be taken of low prices as there is room under cover where they can be stored. The trucks and other machines are protected and are looked after by the mechanic in charge of that work every day, and with this care, we are able to cut the expense of operation of the machines. There is always some one on duty at the building to receive calls in case of trouble of some kind and to call help, put out lanterns, shut off water or to attend to numerous other troubles that may occur. SELECTMEN'S REPORT 305 PARK, MOTH & SHADE TREE DIVISION Osborne J. Gorman who has been in the service of the Town for many years passed away February 3, 1933. This was a distinct loss to the Town and a shock to his friends and associates as he was a conscientious worker and a faith- ful employee. The duties performed by Mr. Gorman have been turned over to the Superintendent of Parks and Playgrounds who will direct the work on the trees in the public streets in ad- dition to his other duties. The parks and playgrounds have received the usual ef- ficient attention of the superintendent and in addition to the regular force, a large amount of work, about 1200 days, has been carried on through the list of Public Welfare and Unemployment Relief. A filtering system was added to the swimming pool in order to have clean water continually. All grounds were cleaned and the grass cut weekly throughout the season, trees were carefully looked after, the tennis courts and ball fields kept in order adding great- ly to the highly satisfactory appearance of the Town. A full report of the various activities of'the depart- ment has been made by the Superintendent. The cleaning of Brown Tail and Gypsy Moth nests in all public streets and areas has been cared for in the usual way and the spraying for these pests and the Elm Leaf Beetle was carried on in a satisfactory manner. The spraying equipment has been in use many years and is obsolete, being horse drawn and very nearly worn out, and should be replaced with modern motorized equip- ment. The Shade trees were given all possible attention, the dead wood and useless limbs were cut out and removed and the appearance greatly improved. Few new trees were set out as there was no provision made this year for that purpose. 306 TOWN OF LEXINGTON This department also graded the grounds at the Franklin School, cut down and removed trees, planted new trees, and laid out playgrounds and ball fields, this work employing men from the Public Welfare Department 769 days. At the Parker School, the grounds were put in such condition that the children in that part of the Town were enabled to enjoy the playground privileges throughout the summer. Highway Department The Highway Department completed the construction of Wood Street, except some minor details which will be cared for later. The construction consists of a penetrated macadam roadway twenty-four feet wide and 8200 feet long with necessary drains and catch basins. Cat of Construction Excavation and trucking — 6255 cu. yds. Gravel Fill — . . 1173.2 tons Crushed Gravel -___..- 4331 tons Broken Stone —.-__. ._ 730 tons Pea Stone --- w _- 129.5 tons Sand ____ 47,500 gal. Asphalt V. C. & R. C. Pipe _.._.._._._ _ _.... Brick, Cement, Castings Dynamite and Caps Coal, Gasoline, Oil, etc. ..._..._....- Labor Pay Roll $ 8,302.44 1,307.20 1,173.20 5,629.34 1,167.28 128.78 4,701.55 764.93 215.46 141.50 657.53 6,899.25 $30,688.46 The Town made appropriations for this construction to the amount of $17,000.00, Middlesex County Commis- sioners provided $6,000.00 and the State Department of Public Works, $8,000.00, making a total of $31,000.00. The balance will take care of the work which may be necessary to finish the construction. In making ordinary repairs to street surfaces during the year, it has been necessary to cut expense where possi- ble, consequently considerable less asphalt and oil were used than has been customary. This was accomplished by simply applying the material to that part of the surface SELECTMEN'S REPORT 307 that indicated it would not wear through the season. This of course made a spotted appearance but was absolutely necessary to keep down the cost of maintenance. The road- way in North Hancock Street has been widened by cutting back the high banks on each side and filling with gravel and_ asphalt mix, increasing the width about five feet. Hill Street was also widened near the Town property and at several curves. Owing to the thin surface of many streets, it was necessary to continually apply a mixture of asphalt, stone and sand to the holes worn into the surface by vehicles and also to depressions made by the necessity of digging for water and sewer pipe or other public utilities. By using this method, the resurfacing of such streets is put off for a time and it also keeps the surface in fairly smooth condition. Due to the large amount of rain, the expense of the care of drainage was quite large. It was also necessary to install a number of new catch basins to take care of the excess surface water in several locations. The brook at the rear of Curve Street has been re- placed with a covered drain making an improvement in this locality which has long been needed. Additions to the drainage have also been made in Pollen Road, Lincoln Street, Pleasant Street, Highland Avenue, Hancock Street, Grove Street and Ledgelawn Avenue, this Iatter drain being connected with a drain through Hillside Terrace from North Hancock Street. The need of more and better surface drainage increases year by year and a study of the drainage condi- tion of the entire town is being made in order that proper plans may be completed and a system laid out which will take care of this particular need for many years. Snow has been removed from the streets by this department by plowing with heavy trucks and loading and hauling with the Town trucks. The storms which we have had during the latter part of the year have been such that it has been necessary to sand the streets and sidewalks as a matter of safety for drivers and pedestrians. Every year there appears to be a demand for more snowplow service and it has been the rule of the department to render such service as far as possible, but there are some locations which are impossible to reach without the danger of broken 308 ' TOWN OF LEXINGTON equipment and in such cases the service cannot be given. It is the intent to have the streets in such condition after snow has fallen so the Fire Department or other services may reach any property. Many men have been forced by the existing conditions to seek employment under Public Welfare or Unemploy- ment Relief and the services of these people have been used in many ways in the highway work, as follows:— cutting brush on the roadsides, widening a part of Grove Street, constructing sidewalks, excavating and filling shoulders, building stone walls, hauling gravel and filling for Wood Street, constructing a retaining wall in Follen Road, cleaning widening and deepening brooks, cleaning and leveling dumps, Curve Street drainage, several small jobs and snow removal, all of which provided 9552 days employment and much was accomplished which would not have been done in normal times. In November the Federal Government put forward the Civil Works Administration program in the endeavor to give work to those unemployed to last from November 16, 1933 to February 15, 1934, and possibly for a longer period. Under this plan, ten projects have been presented by the Town and accepted and two by the State and County, pro- viding work for about 215 people in Lexington and the expenditures of approximately $30,000.00 with the expecta- tion of receiving more money to continue some of the pro- jects in 1934. This plan has given work to many persons who were in straightened circumstances besides those who have been working under the Public Welfare appropriation and it is hoped that this system can be continued until the latter part of April or May of next year. Yours very truly, Wm. S. SCAM PIAN, Superintendent of Public Works. SELECTMEN'S REPORT 309 310 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF SEALER OF WEIGHTS AND MEASURERS There have been 315 test weighing in stores, 62 incor- rect. The scales and licenses have been examined and found correct. The Sealer will be at the Town Hall every Wednesday morning downstairs at which time scales and measures may be tested or instructions given as to the procedure of obtain- ing a license to peddle. December 31. 1933. Respectfully submitted, To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen :— I herewith present my annual report for the year end- ing December 31, 1933. Not Device Adivated Sealed Sealed Condemned Scales Platform over 5,000 lbs ...... „„„....». ... 3 1 Platform 100 to 5,000 lbs ...... _..._...._........... 2 55 Counter 100 lbs. or over». 2 Counter under 100 lbs39 2 Beam 100 Lbs. or over » .»w_ 1 Spring 100 lbs. or over.,_................„..„.».....»».» 1 7 Spring under 100 lbs 1 71 Computing under 100 lbs......... ....»3 25 2 Personal Weighing ._.._.»„ .....»...........»11 Prescription _.....„_..._..___.........__._.._ 6 Weights Avoidupois ___._..... „„.„.... .. .„ ...._297 Apothecary .... „„.. ..._.__._._...._.. 47 1 Capacity Measures 37 Auto. Meas. Devices Gasoline Pumps.._.__.._ „ .» „» _.10 34 Gasoline Meters------_______ 6 58 Kerosene Pumps.»......_..___._......„......»1 2 Oil Measuring Pumps 16 Linear Measures Yard Sticks ......»..„._...____..__..__.__...._,. 25 Adjusting charges .„ .._ .....»_ _»» . » M_ »„» „ .... _ $9.00 Sealing fees .„_.....__........_ r.__...._.._._....___........._,„„ .._.. $85.76 Total _.....»..».»...„„._ $94.76 CHARLES E. HADLEY Sealer of Weights and Measures. SELECTMEN'S REPORT 311 312 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF INSPECTOR OF SLAUGHTERING REPORT SOLDIERS RELIEF DEPARTMENT December 31, 1933. December 31, 1933. To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen: I herewith submit my annual report for the year, 1933, as Inspector of Slaughtering. To THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN, TOWN OF LEXINGTON Gentlemen: I herewith submit the following report as Agent of the Board for disbursement of Soldiers' Relief. GEORGE HOLMAN Fifteen families representing 69 persons received aid Swine _ . 1,341 under Chapter 115, Sec. 17 of the General Laws. Veal 48 Actual amount expended during 1933 was $2,574.97, an Sheep 0 average expenditure of $37.31 per person. Of these 15 Cattle 1 eases, 12 of them resided in Lexington and 3 in other cities GUSTAV BUNZEL and towns, but with a Military settlement in Lexington. Swine 1,145 Number of families receiving relief as of December 31, Veal _ _ w ..w 75 1932, 1 family representing 4 persons. As of December 31, Sheep 1933, 3 families representing 15 persons. Cattle 2 A. YOUNG Swine 317 Veal 136 Sheep _ _ ._. „... _ __ _ r.._.. .. . 62 Cattle .__.. - .M, 5 Sixty-four (64) swine were condemned and disposed of. Respectfully submitted, MATTHEW STEVENSON, Inspector of Slaughtering, See also recapitulation under Report of Agent for Pub- lic Welfare. Respectfully submitted, LAWRENCE G. MITCHELL, Agent. SELECTMEN'S REPORT 313 REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF STREETS December 31, 1933. To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN, LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen : During the current year the Highway Department has continued on its curtailed schedule of five days a week and part of the time four days a week. For the third successive year our appropriation has been reduced from the preceed- ing year. As there is no diminution in the amount of work to be done, but on the contrary a constant increase, this situ- ation makes it impossible to do justice to all demands for the Department's service. Under the direction of this Department a force consist- ing of from 50 to 200 men from the Welfare Department and C. W. A. has been employed in various projects through- out the year. Assistant Superintendent Paxton devoted his entire time to this work. The usual routine work of the Highway Department was carried on consisting of new construction, resurfacing, patching, rebuilding excavation surfaces, street cleaning, sidewalk construction and repair, cleaning catch basins, re- pair and erection of sign posts, cleaning brooks and snow removal. This season witnessed the completion of new construc- tion on Wood Street and there remains now only the trim- ming of side banks yet to be done. Retaining walls were built on a portion of Follen Road and the street widened. A section of North Hancock Street was widened. Portions of Hill Street and Grove Street were constructed with gravel. Drains were built on Hancock Street, Lincoln Street, School Street, Grove Street and Highland Avenue. Sidewalks were constructed on Massachusetts Avenue from Arlington Line 814 TOWN OF LEXINGTON to East Lexington Station and from Monroe's Station to Percy Road and on Edgewood Road. A number of catch - basins were built in various parts of the town as well as storm drains to carry off surface water. The cost of snciw removal has increased not only be- cause of more snow than for several years but also because it is necessary to hawl away snow from more extensive areas surrounding public buildings and business centers. The necessity for sanding has been more frequent and on a more extensive scale because of the character of the weather. Two new Ford trucks were purchased this year, being required principally by the Welfare and C. W. A. forces. We have added to our equipment 2000 feet of snow fence which practically paid for itself during the first storm after it was put to use ---a fall of 12 inches on December 26th driven by a high wind. In conclusion, I wish to thank the Selectmen and the Superintendent of Public Works for their cooperation as well as the members of the Highway Department for their loyalty during this trying economic period. Respectfully submitted, ROBERT H. WHITE, Superintendent of Streets. SELECTMEN'S REPORT 315 REPORT OF TOWN COUNSEL December 31, 1933. Board of Selectmen, Town Office Building, Lexington, Massachusetts. Gentlemen: In accordance with section 6 of Article XI of the Town By-laws, I herewith make my report in writing as Town Counsel, of (a) "all actions by or against the town which were pending at the beginning of the preceding fiscal year"; (b) "all actions brought by or against the town dur- ing such year"; (c) "all actions settled or disposed of during such year". (a) The following actions were pending on Janu- ary 1, 1933, and proceeded as stated. (1) John Swenson, Adm. v. Town of Lexington ; Su- perior, Middlesex; personal injuries; ad damnum $15,000. No action taken during the year. (2) Raoul H. Beaudreau v. Town of Lexington; Su- perior, Middlesex; petition for assessment of damages for highway layout. Pleadings completed. No action taken dur- ing the year. (3) Mary E. Garvin, v. Town of Lexington, et als; Superior, Suffolk; tort for misrepresentation and negligence with respect to inn -keeper's license; ad damnum $25,000; no action taken during the year. 316 TOWN OF LEXINGTON (4) Charles W. Ryder v. Town of Lexington; Super- ior, Middlesex; tort for flowage of land ; ad damnum $50,- 000 50;000 ; pleadings completed. No action taken during the year. (5) Charles W. Ryder et al, Trustees of Lexington Real Estate Trust v. Town of Lexington; Superior, Middle- sex ; tort for flowage of land; ad damnum $50,000; Plead- ings completed. No action taken during the year. (6) Robert L. Ryder, Trustee v. Town of Lexington; Superior, Middlesex; tort for flowage of land; ad damnum $50,000; pleadings completed. No action taken during the year. (7) Elizabeth E. Holton, et al v. Town of Lexington; Superior, Middlesex; petition for damages from street lay- out; settled for $500 and agreement for filling. Conveyance of land to town. (8) Town of Lexington v. Joseph V. Boinay, et al; Superior, Middlesex ; bill in equity to enjoin violation of zon- ing law; settled by compliance by defendant. (9) Donald Shea v. Town of Lexington; Third Dis- trict Court of Eastern Middlesex; tort for flowage of land; ad damnum $10,000; hearings held; finding for the plaintiff $8,947.60; report to Appellate Division filed. (10)Town of Lexington v. John H. Gartland; Dis- trict Court of Central Middlesex; contract to recover water guaranty; judgment for plaintiff $100; partial collection. (11) Benjamin B. Meady v. Town of Lexington; Su- perior, Middlesex; action of tort for damages from dis- charge of surface water; ad damnum $10,000; deposition taken. No other action during the year. (12) Town of Lexington v. John Devine; District Court of Central Middlesex; contract to recover old age as- sistance; judgment for plaintiff ; sale on execution ; no fur- ther action pending period of redemption. (13) Louis VanderWoude, et al v. Town of Lexing- ton; Superior, Middlesex; petition for assessment of dam- ages for layout of Tucker Avenue; settled for $350. SELECTMEN'S REPORT 317 (14) Louis Vanderwoude, et al v. Town of Lexing- ton ; Superior, Middlesex; petition for abatement of better- ment assessment for layout of Tucker Avenue; settled with last preceding case. (b) The following cases have been entered during the year 1933. (1) Town of Lexington v. Mary J. Donnelly, et al ; Superior, Middlesex; bill in equity to enjoin erection of bill- board; pleadings completed; stipulation accepted. (2) Town of Lexington v. Charles W. Ryder; Land Court, Middlesex; foreclosure of tax title; pleadings com- pleted ; agreement for redemption ; partial payments re- ceived. (3) Harriett M. Kinsley v. County of Middlesex; Middlesex, Superior; petition for damages for taking on Wood Street; pleadings completed. (4) Minnie M. Ryder v. Board of Assessors of Lex- ington; Board of Tax Appeals; pleadings completed; peti- tion dismissed by agreement after partial abatement. (5) Robert L. Ryder, Trustee of Lexington Real Es- tate Trust v. Board of Assessors of Lexington ; Board of Tax Appeals; pleadings completed; petition dismissed by agreement after partial abatement. (6) Robert L. Ryder, Trustee of Lexington Estates Trust v. Board of Assessors of Lexington; Board of Tax Appeals; pleadings completed; petition dismissed by agree- ment after partial abatement. (7) Ryders Stock Farm, Inc. v. Board of Assessors of Lexington; Board of Tax Appeals; pleadings completed; pe- tition dismissed by agreement after partial abatement. (8) John Lamont v. Board of Assessors of Lexing- ton; Board of Tax Appeals; pleadings completed; petition dismissed by agreement after partial abatement. 318 TOWN OF LEXINGTON (9) Charles W. Ryder v. Board of Assessors of Lex- ington; Board of Tax Appeals; pleadings completed; peti- tion dismissed by agreement after partial abatement. (10) Thomas J. Carroll v. Town of Lexington; Mid- dlesex, Superior; action for breach of garbage contract; ad damnum $15,000; pleadings completed. (c) Of the above actions the following were disposed of during the year. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) Holton v. Lexington Lexington v. Boinay VanderWoude v. Lexington VanderWoude v. Lexington Ryder v. Assessors Ryder, Trustee v. Assessors Ryder, Trustee v. Assessors Ryders Stock Farm, Inc. v. Assessors Lamont v. Assessors Ryder v. Assessors The Town Counsel also reports the separate amounts received by him as compensation, and for disbursements in each of such actions during such year and for all other ser- vices not covered by his regular salary. (1) (2) VanderWoude v. Lexington (two cases) $50. Lexington v. Boinay 35. Disbursements (Costs received by the town $29) 11.50 (3) Holton v. Middlesex 150.00 (4) Ryder Tax Appeals v. Lexington (six cases) 60. Yours sincerely, S. R. WRIGHTINGTON, Town Counsel. SELECTMEN'S REPORT 819 REPORT OF THE TOWN PHYSICIAN December 31, 1933. To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen : The past twelve months have been a great increase in the number of sick people among the poor of the town. This is, no doubt, due in great part to the privations most of them have had to suffer, with the resulting malnutrition and lowered resistance to disease. During this time I have made 956 house calls, and have treated 483 patients at my office, making a total of 1493 visits in all. Twenty-one applicants for the Civilian Conservation Corps sent to me by the Welfare Board were given complete examinations and were found able to proceed to the camps. There have been several children vaccinated for Small Pox and others immunized against Diphtheria. Eight maternity cases have received complete prenatal care; four of them being delivered in their homes and four in hospitals. Conditions in the homes where these babies were born left much to be desired in the way of sanitation and general conditions. Several of the patients, because of the nature of their cases had to be sent to hospitals for treatment. These were visited while hospitalized and treatment continued on their return home. One patient was sent to the Boston Psychopa- thic Hospital for observation and from there was sent to a state institution. I have felt obliged to send people to the hospital who could ordinarily be taken care of at home; but with the best intentions in the world, I find myself unable adequately, to give them the care that they require by myself. Needless to 820 TOWN OF LEXINGTON say, there has been no change in the nursing situation and consistent and necessary care for patients confined to their beds for any length of time is hard to obtain. There are several children in the town of school age and below who are badly under -nourished and in several eases have not enough proper food ; whole families of child- ren having had no milk all winter. Upon bringing these cases to the attention of the proper authorities, I have been able in nearly every case to alleviate the condition and pro- vide proper nourishment. In spite of the great increase in the number of cases treated, I feel that the sick have been adequately cared for. Respectfully submitted. C. REGINALD HARDCASTLE, M.D. Town Physician. SELECTMEN'S REPORT 321 REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT OF THE WATER AND SEWER DEPARTMENT December 31, 1933. To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN, LEXINGTON, MASS. Gentlemen : 1 submit herewith my annual report as Superintendent of the Water and Sewer Departments for the year ending December 31, 1933: WATER DEPARTMENT General Information Length of pipe in streets, 65.39 miles Number of services, 2445. Number of hydrants, 509. System built in 1884 by the Lexington Water Company. Town purchased system in 1895. Entered Metropolitan Water System in 1903. Concrete standpipe of 550,000 gallon capacity built in 1912. Range of static pressure in mains, 27 to 115 lbs. Total water consumption for year, 229,708,000 gallons. Average daily water consumption, for 1933, 628,633 gallons. Average daily water consumption per capita, 60 gallons. Number of meters in service, 2550. Population, 10,000 (estimated). Amount received for water sold, $64,239.73. Total water maintenance receipts, $75,977.50. Total water maintenance expenditures, $63,904.78. Balance transferred to WATER DEPARTMENT Avail- able Surplus Account, $12,072.72. *Cost of water main extensions, $15,137.61. "(Includes the rental of Town equipment) 322 TOWN OF LEXINGTON EXTENT OF PIPING SYSTEM 16" 12" 10" 4" ._... 2610 Feet 40775 " 14224 " 66834 " 192969 " 27890 " 345302 " 1933 WORK Number of feet of water mains installed, 5097. Number of feet of water mains renewed, none. Number of services installed, 26. Number of services renewed, 11. Work orders completed, 785. Meters repaired and tested, 384. Hydrants replaced, 1. New hydrants installed, 13. Hydrants removed, 1. STREET CONSTRUCTION WORK New Mains Blake Road _... Colony Road —.—.�.---�--- Eaton Road Fair Oaks Drive _ Gleason Road Harbell Street Hill Street _......._.. -- Outlook Drive ........._.........-- Pineknoll Road _________ -- *Richard Road Sargent Street _ —_- -~— Simonds Road ----- Summit .. m ---_..Summit Road *Tewksbury Street ........._............._.-.._-....-- *Laid in same trench as sewer main. _ Totals 2219' 6" Average cost per foot, 1187' 8" Average cost per foot, 1691' 12" Average cost per foot, 5097' Total cost of construction, $15,137.61. No. of Feet Size 242' 6" 120' 6" 181' 6" 302' 6" 610' 8" 216' 8" 800' 12" 199' 6" 1112' 6" 260' 8" 636' 12" 201' 8" 63' 6" 355' 12" $2.50 3.07 3.51 SELECTMEN'S REPORT 323 We have received an allotment of $3,875. from the Civil Works Administration for the extension of a 12' main in Hill Street from a point about opposite the Lexington Golf Clubhouse to Sargent Street. The materials and the labor involved in the laying of pipe on this project are being sup- plied by the Water Department. The 6" main which exists in Hill Street is being retained for domestic purposes, and the 12" main is being laid parallel and will fill in the gap which now exists between the two 12" mains. This entire project is being done by hand labor with the exception of departmental compressors which are being used for rock drilling. An average of twenty men have been employed on this project from November 20, 1933. The Hill Street main will be connected with the recently completed Sargent Street main which was laid from Hill Street to Tewksbury Street and in Tewksbury Street from Sargent Street to Bed- ford Street. At some future time a 12" main should be laid in Bedford Street from Tewksbury Street to Elm Avenue to complete the circuit. At a Town Meeting held on March 20, 1933, Article VIII of the By-laws of 1922 was amended, as follows "Provisions of section I shall not apply to an extension of water main made in accordance with General Laws, Chapter 80, with respect to the assessment of betterments." This amendment of the By-laws was approved by Attorney General Warner on March 28, 1933. Since the Town has voted to accept this amendment to the By-laws, it is now possible to extend water mains under the Betterment Act. Accordingly the following extensions were made under this act: Blake Road, Eaton Road, Fair Oaks Drive, Gleason Road, Outlook Drive, Pineknoll Road, and Simonds Road. This method of financing water main extensions will no doubt be more satisfactory than the guaranty method, in- asmuch as it allows us to place a lien on the property for the amount of the assessment. The assessments are based on 50% of the average cost of laying a 6" main over the period of five years next preceding the date of completion. The rate established for 1933 was 90c per foot of frontage. All work on 1933 extensions has been performed by regular department employees with the exception of 584' 324 TOWN OF LEXINGTON of trench excavation which was done by machine, due to soil conditions. This fact has necessarily increased the cost of construction. HYDRANT INSTALLATIONS Blake Road near Eaton Road..............w-......................w .. Pair Oaks Drive _. .._ .. _ ..._......_._ - _�_ Harbell Street r.._._... __w ... ... _.. Pineknoll Road Richard Road ............_w Sargent Street _._ _.___._.. .... ......_. _ _. _. Tewksbury Street - .. - .. .... �.._� ._ ..... Reed. Street .......- .. _ Meriam Street _..w.-- Shirley Street ........w _ .. ... 1 2 1 3 1 1 1 1 1 1 The hydrant on the northerly side of Meriam Street east of Oakland Street which was connected with a 4" main has been removed. A new hydrant has been installed on the opposite side and connected with an 8" main. Total number in use Jan. 1, 1933 ..-.,..._.._........-.._..___ 497 1933 installations .... .. _........ _...-.. ...._ __.._. 13 510 Taken out 1 Total number in use Jan. 1, 1934 ....._...._...._ .._.... 509 METERS Forty new meters have been added during the year, totalling 2550 in use. Three hundred and eighty-four (384) meters were re- moved and repaired. SERVICES Twenty-six (26) new services were added during the year, totalling one thousand four hundred and eighteen feet (1418'). Cement lined pipe was used for the majority of the services. SELECTMEN'S REPORT 325 METROPOLITAN WATER TAX Sinking Fund Serial Bonds ........ ,.� m ._. ........ ..__. �... . Interest Maintenance and Operation Town of Brookline Total $752.00 4,778.50 13,383.91 6,667.91 933.19 $26,515.51 STANDPIPE The firm of Metcalf and Eddy was engaged to advise us as to the advisability of repairing our present standpipe. They recommended that this not be done for the following reasons: 1. Several attempts have been made to waterproof the standpipe without success ; 2. The inadequate capacity of the present standpipe. At a Town Meeting held on August 14th, the Town au- thorized the construction of a new 1,000,000 gallon steel standpipe. The firm of J. R. Worcester & Co. was engaged to draw up specifications. The new standpipe will be con- structed on the present lot adjacent to the one now in ex- istence, and after its completion it is proposed to demolish the present standpipe. In connection with this project, a new 12" main will be laid from the standpipe to Lincoln Street, replacing the ex- isting 8" main, and a 10" main will be laid in Lincoln Street from this point westerly, connecting with the 10" main which now exists near the Five Forks. Application was made to the Federal Government for a grant of 30% of the estimated cost of this project. An amount not exceeding $11,000. will be provided by the Pub- Iic Works Administration for this work. MISCELLANEOUS WORK A new method of tieing in gates on the distribution system has been adopted and found to be working out very satisfactorily. Permission has been received from both the Telephone and Edison Companies to use their poles for posting aluminum digits painted yellow, to indicate the dis- 326 TOWN OF LEXINGTON tance from the pole to the gate. This work is being carried on from time to time and the gates are about 75% tied in. During the year twelve leaks in our distribution sys- tem have been located and repaired. All were found to be in joints and had developed since the Pitometer Company made its survey of the system in March of 1932. They were all minor leaks with the exception of one which was located on Massachusetts Avenue opposite Clarke St. After several days' work this leak was located and found to be discharg- ing at the rate of twenty-five thousand (25,000) gallons per day, and the water found its way into a telephone vault, and did not appear on the surface of the ground. The hydrants and valves in the system have received the usual attention during the past year. In a survey of our hydrants, two were found to be cracked below the ground surface and these have been replaced with new hydrants. During the year six (6) hydrants have beep damaged by motor vehicles, and in each case it was necessary to replace the hydrant with a new one. We are attempting to collect from the responsible parties. The work of replacing gates on our system which open to the left has been carried on and it is hoped that during the coming year all open -left gates will be replaced by open - right gates. In order to determine the nature of the soil in the pro- posed location of the new standpipe, a steam shovel was en- gaged to strip the ledge in order that the engineers engaged to draw up plans for the standpipe could determine the type of foundation required. The contract for the construction of the foundation will be awarded some time in the near future. Several new gates have been installed in our system where it was possible to do this without shutting off the supply of water for any great length of time. I would recommend that during the coming year new gates be in- serted on the main line in Massachusetts Avenue and in other sections where required. This work will have to be done by the A. P. Smith Mfg. Co., they being the only con- cern having a machine for inserting valves under pressure. SELECTMEN'S REPORT 827 MISCELLANEOUS In accordance with the vote of the Town, the sum of $1,218.35 has been paid from our Water Construction Ac- count e-count to the State Holding Corporation of Cambridge for the purchase of a water main in Summit Road. In accordance with the vote of the Town, the sum of $392.54 has been paid from our Water Department Avail- able Surplus Account to Samuel Lippa for the purchase of a water main in FottIer Avenue. In accordance with the vote of the Board of Selectmen, all regular department employees worked on the basis of a forty (40) hour week during the year. In accordance with the provisions of Chapter 40, G. L. sec. 42a to 42f, in amendment of Chapter 391 of the Acts of 1923 of the Legislature, sixty-one (61) liens totalling $1,597.04 have been claimed on account of non-payment of water rates. I would recommend that from the 1933 Water Depart- ment surplus amounting to $12,112.22 we relay 4" mains in our system where required, and that the cost of inserting gate valves as recommended in another part of this report be charged to this account. The department has purchased a rebuilt Fordson trac- tor equipped with a crane. This piece of equipment has been very useful to us on various jobs. It has been used for the laying of pipe, unloading pipe from cars, etc., and is capable of lifting loads of one ton to a height of ten feet. I would recommend that consideration be given to the adoption of a new type of lining for cast iron pipe, as we have had numerous complaints from water takers on the odor and taste from the present type of lining, which is cement lined. There is a new type of lining on the market which has several advantages over cement lining, and it is known as the Bitumastic Enamel lining. It has a Smooth surface which means that there is no resistance to the flow of water; no taste or discoloration is given to the water from the enamel lining; and it prevents tuberculation. It is applied to the interior centrifugally. Although the cost is 328 TOWN OF LEXINGTON somewhat more expensive than the cement lining, I would recommend that this type of lining be used in the future. Again I would recommend that a 16" main be laid from the East Lexington Railroad Station to Pleasant Street and at this point be tied in with the 12" main in Mass. Ave. and the 8" main in Follen Road. I understand that it is possible that a new drainage system will be con- structed in this section of the Town and if this work is done, I would recommend that the 12" water pipe be laid in the same trench as the drain pipe. SEWER DEPARTMENT General Information Lexington is part of the North Metropolitan Sewerage District. Entered Metropolitan System in 1915. Type of sewers, separate. Area tributary to existing sewer system, 3.0 square miles. Total length of trunk line sewers, 2.63 miles. Total length of street sewers, 14.37 miles. Total number of house connections, 684. 1934 assessment rate, $5.76. 1933 Work Number of feet of pipe installed, 1952. Number of services installed, 20. Number of work orders completed, 38. Amount expended for maintenance, (including service installations), $7,183.58. Amount expended for construction, $21,217.43. CONSTRUCTION Street Bedford Street .._..w_...._..__...._ Bedford Street _.__._ _._._.... ...... „„..», *Richard Road *Sargent Street Shirley Street Summit Road __.__ .._ .»...._.......... *Tewksbury Street »....._......._...._._. ._. *Laid in same trench with water pipe. Total number of feet laid, 1952. Total cost, $24,937.03. Cost per foot, $12.73. Distance Size 137' 10" 86' 8" 274' 8" 248' 10" 412' 8" 468' 8" 327' 10" SELECTMEN'S REPORT 329 The Bedford, Sargent, Tewksbury, and Shirley Street sewer projects which were recently completed were without doubt the most difficult j obs that have ever been undertaken by this Department. It was due to the unemployment situa- tion that the Board decided to do this work with Depart- ment labor.. The depth varied from 7' to 22', most of which was through solid ledge. Approximately 1400 cubic yards of ledge was encountered in the excavation; 1665 pounds of dynamite was used in removing this ledge. Due to the nar- row streets and the thickly populated area, it was impos- sible to carry on this work with very much speed, as only a limited number of men could be used at one time. Although all blasting was conducted with all possible care to avoid injury to property, some damage was done in the vicinity. In cleaning the trunk line sewer between Waltham Street and Massachusetts Avenue along Vine Brook we dis- covered a break in the pipe. Upon investigation the pipe was found to be cracked in several places due to settling. Upon further investigation it was found that the pipe had settled from two to six inches in several places along the line, and the work of replacing the damaged pipe and bring- ing it to its proper grade is still in progress. Due to the na- ture of the soil, it was found necessary to relay and replace the pipe on a concrete saddle. Approximately $2500. has been extended to date in making these repairs and it is im- possible to determine the amount that will be required to complete this work. The section between Vine Brook Rd. and Waltham Street has been completed. We are at the present time working between Vine Brook Road and Massachusetts Avenue, and although the pipe in this instance is not in as bad condition as that in the section between Vine Brook Road and Waltham Street, we are nevertheless taking pre- caution and reinforcing it with concrete. I would recom- mend that a substantial appropriation be made to continue with this work. In order to relieve the present trunk line sewer, the Town authorized the construction of a new trunk line sewer extending from the Arlington Town Line to the East Lex- ington railroad station, a distance of approximately three thousand feet (3,000'), at which point it will intercept our present system. Application was made to the Federal Gov- ernment for a grant of 30% of the estimated cost of this project, and the sum of $11,000. will be provided by the Public Works Administration for this work. Bids were sub - 330 TOWN OF LEXINGTON mitted and the contract was awarded to Anthony Ross & Son, the Iowest bidder. Work was started on this project on November 22, 1933, and it is expected that it will be com- pleted about April 15, 1934. The work is under the super- vision of 'the Federal Government with H. L. Barstow as Resident Engineer Inspector, and Ralph Adams as Town Inspector. The type of construction is V. C. pipe encased in con- crete varying in size from 21" to 33". This sewer will be connected with a new trunk line which the Metropolitan District Commission is at the present time constructing parallel with the Boston & Maine railroad. It will not only provide relief for our present trunk line, but will also pro- vide an outlet for those areas which are too low to be made tributary to the existing outlet on Massachusetts Avenue. As only a section of the Town is now a part of the North Metropolitan Sewerage District it will be necessary to have an Act passed by the Legislature to provide sewer- age for the remainder of the Town. FINANCIAL REPORT The Water and Sewer Department financial report will be found in detail in the report of the Town Accountant. In conclusion, I wish to thank the Board of Selectmen, the Superintendent of Public Works, and the employees of the Department for their co-operation during the past year. Respectfully submitted, ALBERT A. Ross Supt. Water & Sewer Dept. SELECTMEN'S REPORT 331 REPORT OF WIRE INSPECTOR To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen : I herewith submit my report as Inspector of Wires for the year ending December 31, 1933, as follows: Number of applications and permits granted 296 Number of calls made in connection with the — inspections 325 Fees paid in accordance with the class of work are: Additional wiring, alterations, burners and m. ranges . w ...._ _ .._ _. _ _ $.60 Complete wiring of new or old homes .... _. _ 1.00 Amount of fees collected on wiring applications —$170.00 To the officers and members of the Fire Department for their assistance and support at all times, I extend my most sincere appreciation. Respectfully submitted, Louis W. BILLS Inspector of Wires. 332 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF TRUSTEES OF CARY MEMORIAL LIBRARY Lexington, December 31, 1933. ro THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN, LEXINGTON, MASS. Gentlemen : The figures in the statistical report of the librarian show a very large circulation. If you make comparisons it is gratifying to see how the circulation has increased. Believ- ing this to be an indication of the service which the library renders to the town the trustees have endeavored to do everything in their power to facilitate the work of the lib- rary staff. It has also been the desire of the board to devise means for rendering as wide circulation of books as possible and to get the books into circulation as promptly as possible. Accordingly, provision was made whereby the Book Committee should meet twice a month instead of monthly, and giving this committee power to select and purchase books, though of course reporting all accessions to the full Board. In addition to this, in order to facilitate the selection of books authorization was given by the Board for the ap- pointment of five citizens of the town to serve as advisors to the Book Committee. We were very fortunate in secur- ing the services of five persons conversant with literature; Mrs. Converse Hill; Mr. Henry Seaver; Mrs. Robert Trask; Mrs. Sydney Wrightington; Mr. Hollis Webster. The trustees are always glad to have suggestions from individuals or groups in regard to the conducting of the library and to give a fair trial to any change that seems at all practicable. On March 13, 1933 it was suggested that the library be kept open an hour later in the evening. Accord- ingly, after discussion it was voted to open the library from ANNUAL REPORTS 833 10 A. M. to 9 P. M. In November reports showed that the number using the library during this extra hour was not sufficient to justify the expense of keeping it open after eight o'clock and it was voted on and after December 16th the library should be closed at eight o'clock. Gifts A number of French Books, many of them interestingly illustrated, were given by Mr. Hollis Webster. Mrs. E. P. Bliss had the painting, La Belle Jardiiere, which she gave to the library some time ago, repaired and restored. Mrs. Amasa Walker has given a beautiful floral group painting by her mother, Frances Gathlena Chalmers Babcock (Mrs. L. G. Babcock) . It is interesting to note that Mrs. Babcock painted this canvas some years ago in the greenhouse of Francis G. Hayes. The trustees wish to express their appreciation of the loyal service of the entire library staff and of the splendid cooperation of the townspeople. Respectfully submitted, For the Trustees, PAUL HARMON CHAPMAN, Chairman. 334 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF THE LIBRARIAN OF CARY MEMORIAL LIBRARY TO THE TRUSTEES OF CARY MEMORIAL LIBRARY, MEMBERS OF THE BOARD. It is gratifying to present for your consideration statis- tics of circulation which clearly indicate the usefulness of the Library and the very definite place which it fills in the Community. The phenomenal increase of last year -13,733 volumes—. was not only sustained this year, but an additional increase of 6,563 volumes, brings our total circulation well over the 100,000 goal, our records showing a total of 104,993. The Branch Library shares, also, in this increase, which represents a gain of 43.3 per cent over the year 1929. I revert to 1929, because it was at that time that Libraries in general began to note a marked increase in the use of book for reference, study and home reading. The tables which follow are of interest as showing the growth in circulation for the past four years in comparison with 1929: 1929 1932 1933 Main Library Sent Branch Cir. at Branch Total 61,688 5,024 6,541 73,253 64,924 5,694 6,829 76,447 72,007 6,058 6,632 84,697 83,432 7,028 7,970 98,430 88,402 8,247 8,344 104,993 Basing our population upon the U. S. Census of 1930 (9,467), one can readily see that in 1933 we circulated 11 books for every man, woman and child. Doubtless the de- pression has sent many people to us, but we feel that the growth of our Town, the growth of our Schools, and new ANNUAL REPORTS 335 contacts with residents who have not been familiar with the Library, have brought us a healthy increase of more or less permanency. More than 53 per cent of our population is actively registered, and we feel that this fact, alone, may be men- tioned with pride, especially so, when we learn that one of the large city libraries, not far from us, a library with many, many branches, reaches only 20 per cent of its pop- ulation. With this feeling of pride in our Townspeople, may 1 quote to you from Standards for Public Libraries --Adopted October 1933, by the Council of the American Library Asso- ciation: "The Public Library is maintained by a democratic Society in order that every man, woman, and child may have the means of self -education and recreational reading. The Library provides materials for education and advice in their use. It diffuses information and ideas necessary to the present welfare and future advancement of a Com- munity. It strengthens and extends appreciation of the cultural and spiritual values of life. It offers opportuni- ties for constructive use of the new leisure. It serves all ages and all classes." May we not ponder upon these Standards and work for greater efficiency and greater service to our Public. With these ideals in view, my recommendations must be, as in other reports, a better lighting system—larger, more ade- quate accommodations for our Junior department where more direct work is possible, and a bookmobile delivery to the outlying sections of the Town. Several sections are developing very rapidly, and 1 be- lieve that we should recognize our opportunity of enlarging the service of the Library in these localities. Before touching upon the statistical report permit me to express my appreciation of your interest, my apprecia- tion of the loyalty of my staff of assistants whose energies and strength have been greatly taxed, and of Miss Ruth Edgerton, an apprentice assistant who has been with us now six months. Respectfully submitted, MARIAN P. KIRKLAND, Librarian. 336 TOWN OF LEXINGTON CARY MEMORIAL LIBRARY STATISTICAL REPORT -1933 MAIN LIBRARY: Number of volumes ary, 1, 1983 Number of volumes Fiction --- Non-Fiction Junior -- in Main Library Janu- e: . added „by purchase: �_...„„„ ...... 344 360 _. ..... .. _ _. _. _.. _. 211 915 Number of volumes added by gift ...—....____.. 42 Number of volumes added by transfer from Duplicate collection ..„-„„„...„.„.._...___....—.. 7 Number of volumes worn out and with-.„...... Number of volumes in Library Jan. 1, 1934 BRANCH LIBRARY: Number of volumes in Library Jan. 1, 1933 Number of volumes added by purchase __ Number of volumes added by gift ----- Number of volumes worn out and with- ,„... Number of volumes in Branch Library Jan. 1, 1934 „ „.... .._. _.„ ._.. _ .....-.-..... Total number of volumes in Main Library and Branch, Jan. 1, 1934 „.._._,„...„.»— CIRCULATION -1933 Periodicals, bound . --_____—....--.„._...— Periodicals, unbound _ ,.„.„._.. .........,.„..,...,...-..._._,. Philosophy and Religion —_,..„„„....___._,. „-„... Biography W ... ._. _. ... _.._.... History Travel ....„.... .... _._ _.._. Social sciences .._.__. _ ._ .._„....__.._.„.„„... 103 3 33,763 964 84,727 43 34,684 3,396 106 8,502 22 3,480 38,164 Sent From Main Branch Branch 97 36 6817 1 328 1380 77 80 2882 118 134 2476 69 131 2421 253 78 1382 31 27 ANNUAL REPORTS Natural sciences Arts, useful -.—.—..— Arts, .w.. Arts, recreative „ - -__.� _ ._.._._........_.. Language and Literature _»„.._„.—.._,.»....„..».......... Poetry_. „ „. _„ .„ _.. _ __ __.._...._..._....__._ Music scores ».„.„.., . �.__....,....____.._.._......_ Stereographic sets ...._».M.....» -.„.__M..»»... . 1466 1575 589 720 2645 1170 62125 637 11 887 48 68 40 82 25 61 6 19 126 101 66 87 7397 7212 88402 8247 8344 8247 Total circulation of books from Main Li- brary._..__.._..._..._ ..__ _ ......__.._..._........__..._.. 96,649 8,344 Total circulation of books from Main Li- brary and Branch . .. 104,993 Total circulation from Junior Dept. ----Main Library and Branch 22,531 Number of days Library was open 301 Number of hours open each week: Jan. 3 to Mar. 11 » ......» _...__.61 hrs. March 13 to Dec. 16 _.._...._ _„ .- _....66 hrs. Dec. 18 to Dec. 31 . _,„....„ 61 hrs. MISCELLANEOUS MAIN LIBRARY Periodicals received: Subscribed for: Monthly » Weekly __.._._ Quarterly .— Given: Monthly _.._ Weekly Quarterly .— Newspapers subscribed for ._»...... ».__. __.... Newspapers given Books rebound-- Book ebound . Book repairs . ...»»......»„......_.. Catalog cards typed and filed _ .-...., Catalog cards withdrawn from Main Catalog and filed in Base- ment catalog Pasta's sent delinquents for overdue books »»._........».. _..».__.._ Postals sent for books reserved ---.— Books _ „Books borrowed on Inter -Library Loan 53 15 4 14 7 3 5 3 72 24 96 8 604 12007 7463 338 TOWN OF LEXINGTON BRANCH LIBRARY: Periodicals received: Subscribed for: Monthly »_»._... Weekly Given: Monthly .. „» Newspapers given: Weekly ..... Book repairs _..._...._..,..».,„_»-„..—„„.»...„ REGISTRATIONS MAIN LIBRARY: 21 2 Number of Adult registrations dur- ing the year w..... 382 Number of Junior registrations transferred to adult „ _.».„„._._.._ 64 Total number of Adult borrowers registered, 1933 Number of Junior registrations dur- ing the year . _ • 131 Total number of Junior borrowers registered, 1933 Total registration Main Library: Adult and Junior —.....— BRANCH ......„.„..».» BRANCH LIBRARY: Number of Adult registrations dur- ing the year . .._.. .. 78 Number of Junior registrations transferred to Adult __ __._. 32 Total number of Adult borrowers registered, 1933 ______ Number of Junior registrations, dur- ing the year Total number of Junior borrowers, registered, 1983 ._._. Total number of borrowers- regis- tered: Main Library and Branch EXHIBITS 59 23 5 3238 780 632 401 28 1 260 4018 1088 5051 Picture exhibits from Massachusetts Library Art Club: 1054 Provincetown—Dolls (Marionettes)—Oriental rugs—Our friend the dog—Wanderings in Italy—Windsor Castle—Ideals of Ameri- can Art (Stained glass)—Pageant of a nation—Crusades—Currier and Ives prints—Little pictures of Japan—Canadian Rockies— Persia. 1809 1721 40 ANNUAL REPORTS 339 Exhibits of local interest: Woodcarvings, by Mr. Carl Hauck—Pastel drawings, by pupils of Senior High School. For flowers, books and magazines we are grateful to American Legion (Stanley Hill Post, No. 38)—Mrs. Ellen S. Bal- lard—Mr. John Ballard—Mrs. Walter C. Ballard—Miss Clare Benedict (Switzerland)—Mrs, Ralph Brazee—Mrs. Ronald Brown - Mr. William H. Cary—Commonwealth of Massachusetts—Miss Caroline C. Dodd—Concord Journal—Est. of Frederick L. Emery —First Church of Christ Scientist—Mr. George L. Gilmore— Mrs. C. E. Glynn—Mrs. E. T. Harrington—Mrs. Arthur Hatch— Misses Anstiss and Mary Hunt—Mr. Henry Jackson—Mr. T. M. Knappen—Knights of Columbus—Lexington Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution—Lexington Girl Scouts—Lexington Minute -Man --Rev. R. Eliot Marshall—Mrs. Hugh D. McLeIlan--- Mrs. W. E. Mulliken—Mr. Philip E. Perry—Mr. AIfred ;Pierce— Dr. Fred S. Piper --Mrs. Percy E. Raymond—Mrs. Charles H. Rice—Mr. Gordon Robinson—Mrs. Walter Rose—Miss Ellen A. Stone—Theosophical Society of New York—Dr. J. Odin Tilton— Unity School of Christianity (Kansas City)—Mrs. Amara Walker —George Washington Bi -Centennial Committee—Mr. Hollis Webster—Mrs. Hollis Webster. Respectfully submitted, MARION P. KIRKLAND, Librarian. • 340 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF TREASURER CARY MEMORIAL LIBRARY 1933 INCOME Balance on hand January 1, 1933. Lexington Trust Co. interest on checking ac- count Fines—Main Library Refund on overdraft Investment Committee: Interest on bonds Interest from Savings Accounts ..._._. ,._„,.„,„..,,.„..„..,. EXPENDITURES Newspapers and periodicals Postage Printing and Supplies Safe Deposit Box rent Dues ----- Library Library of Congress Sundries Repairs Bond of Treasurer Balance on hand December 31, 1933, EAST LEXINGTON BRANCH INCOME Balance on hand January 1, 1933 _...._.._ .� _ Investment Committee—Interest on Bonds, etc. $819.90 .42 597.17 44.38 765.50 65.83 42.50 $2,335.70 $610.53 201.27 52.25 53.96 110.40 5.00 16.00 35.00 217.26 224.64 5.00 804.39 $2,335.70 $107.46 65.31 68.58 $241.35 ANNUAL REPORTS 841 EXPENDITURES Books — r. $134.51 Balance on hand December 81, 1933 .. 106.84 JOHN E. GILCREAST Examined and approved James H. Russell Town Accountant $241.35 342 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF INVESTMENT COMMITTEE Treasurer. CARY MEMORIAL LIBRARY In Account with JOHN E. GILCREAST, Treasurer GENERAL FUND: Income Total Capital Account $3,000 Consumers' Power Co. 1st lien and $135.00 Unifying mortgage 4'/s Gold Bond Series 1928 3,000 Boston & Maine R. R. Co. 6% 1944 ..... 150.00 2,000 New Eng. Power Co. 1st 5% 1951 ._..... 100.00 1,000 Kansas City Power & Light Co. 1st mortgage 41% 1957 ......__ 45.00 1,000 Dequesne Light Co. 41/2 1967 ..-.._....-....... 22.60 1,000 Brooklyn Edison Co. 5, 1952 _._—_-.... 25.00 2,000 Boston & Albany RR Co. 4, 1933 paid May 1, 1933 .__ _ 40.00 223.54 Lexington Trust Co. Savings Dept. 6.66 PORTION OF MARIA CARY FUND: 354.31 Book 6940 Lexington Savings Bank _. 10.70 BOOK PURCHASE FUND: 1,000 Puget Sound Power Co. 5% 1933 paid June 1, 1983 1,000 Western New York Utilities 5% 1946 25.00 25.00 BEALS FUND: 1,100 Laclede Gas Light Co. 5z% 1958 — 60.50 $645.85 ALICE BUTLER CARY FUND: 1,000 Lexington Cooperative Bank 5 paid-up shares ... 42.50 1,000 Rock Island, Arkansas & Louisiana RR Co., 41/2% 1934 _..._....-....... 22.50 440 Lexington Trust Co., Savings Dept.......... 13.20 78.20 ANNUAL REPORTS 343 LAURA M. BRIGHAM FUND: 1,000 Baltimore & Ohio RR. Co. 4% 1941 ...... 1,000 Alabama Power Co. 5% 1951 —.- 500 500 Boston Elevated Ry. Co. 5, 1941 ..._.-.,_... 525 Lexington Twat Co. Savings Dept. . GOODWIN MUSICAL FTJND: 525 Book 17037 Lexington Savings Bank ,..._ JANE PHINNEY FUND: 124.19 Lexington Trust Co. Savings Dept. EAST LEXINGTON BRANCH WELLINGTON FUND: $1,077.18 Lexington Trust Co. Savings Dept. ROBBINS FUND: 100.00 Book 1476 Lexington Savings Bank _. PAULINA BURBANK PIERCE FUND: 1,000.00 Lexington Trust Co. Savings Dept. 40.00 50.00 25.00 15.76 130.76 15.86 8.66 $32.29 3.02 80.00 $959.14 On May 1st, 1933 $2000. of the Boston & Albany RR. Co. 495 1933 matured; and on June 1, 1983 $1000 Puget Sound Power Co. 5, 1933, and these amounts were invested as follows: $1,000 Brooklyn Edison Co. 5%, 1952 ,w..w 1,000 Duquesne Light Co. 4%%, 1967 -- 1,000 Western New York utilities 5% 1946 .» CHRISTOPHER W. COLLIER RANDALL B. HOUGHTON JOHN E. GILCREAST Investment Committee 344 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF CEMETERY COMMISSIONERS December 31, 1933. To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS The following is our annual report as Cemetery Com- missioners of the Town of Lexington for the year 1933. There were twenty three interments at Munroe Ceme- tery. There were thirty five interments at Westview Ceme- tery and nineteen lots and ten single graves were sold at this cemetery during the year. From our appropriation of $1,890 for Munroe Ceme- tery $1,799.92 was expended for labor, services of superin- tendent and clerk, tools and repairs, and plants and shrub- bery, and another section of a driveway was regraded and rebuilt for automobile travel. We are anxious to continue this reconstruction, a portion each year, as it greatly in- creases the beauty of the place and is doing away with deep mud in the wet seasons. At Westview Cemetery we have expended a total sum of $4,051.16 covering the year's work. It was found neces- sary to paint the front ornamental iron fence this season as in spots it was beginning to rust. A large section of Hill- side Section was graded and re -seeded thus opening up more land for sales. Work has been begun on the regrading and re -seeding of a portion of Sunnyside Section. In both sec- tions eations it was necessary to remove the sub -soil and buried rocks and to fill again with fresh loam. We were obliged to purchase some loam to refill with, but the greater quantity used was removed from a back section of the property where the loam was found to be very deep. The water supply was also extended to reach the more distant sections of the cemeteries. ANNUAL REPORTS 346 This work required more men than our regular force had and several men who were working under the Welfare Dept. were given work for a number of weeks on the ceme- tery payroll. The first, rough work has been started on a wooded portion of the Westview Cemetery property so that the roadway can be staked out this coming year; the brush is being cut and stumps removed. The sum of $1,991.25 has been collected and paid to the Town Treasurer from Munroe Cemetery for the annual care oflots, interments and foundations including $500.00 which has been added to the perpetual care fund of lots for this cemetery. The sum of $5,727.88 has been collected and paid to the Town Treasurer from Westview Cemetery, including sale of lots and single graves and interment fees and foundations. Of this amount $899.00 has been added to the perpetual care fund of the cemetery. Colonial Cemetery and the Caira Robbins plot have been given all necessary care this year without any extra expense being incurred. At Colonial Cemetery some work will have to be done on the old tombs within a short time to preserve them. We wish to express our appreciation of the interest shown by the townspeople in the Westview Cemetery, and to those interested in the other cemeteries we wish to em- phasize that these places will not be neglected for the latter development. Respectfully submitted, EDWARD WOOD, Chairman JOHN E. A. MELLIKEN, GEORGE H. GIBSON. 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CSO 1, a ++ua co co o00 �L0 o e140.-4:rnmLn00 1- 0 om�rn�C�Lra�Op tiIn0r v;,$ weF4 • 00 .N'"w �io1-1 ✓ m TOWN OF LEXINGTON APPROPRIATION COMMITTEE, 1933 REPORT 7-1 CV COLLECTOR Early in 1923 the collection of water rates were turned over to the Tax Collector for which he was to receive 11/2% CC of the rates. The amount paid has increased from $459.82 paid in 1924 to $941.08 paid in 1932. The Appropriation Committee feels that the collector should receive a fixed sum as compensation for his duties as Town Collector. We have, therefor, recommended that the sum of $900.00 be paid as salary for this position, the same to be transferred o from the Water Department Maintenance Appropriation. By the payment of this amount, it is of course understood that he is not to receive the 11/2% of the water rates and that this salary will be considered as remuneration for all duties as Town Collector. MOTH AND INSECT SUPPRESSION There is an excellent opportunity to consolidate the Moth and Insect Suppression Department with the Park Department thereby obtaining the services of the Superin- tendent of the Park Department with the small additional yearly salary of $250.00. The change can be made without hardship due to the death of the Superintendent and will effect a saving of $1475.00 in the cost of this work. HEALTH DEPARTMENT The increase in the appropriation for this department is caused by the increased cost of tubercular patients and ANNUAL REPORTS 351 the addition of an item of $200,00 for analyses of milk, thereby eliminating the necessity of a Milk Inspector. LOWERING OF BROOKS No appropriation has been recommended in this de- partment as all work can be done by some of our unemployed. SEWER CONSTRUCTION The committee recommends the appropriation of $10,000.00 which with approximately $3,000.00 from the Sewer Construction Account, will be sufficient to complete the Bedford Street sewer job now under construction. It does not recommend appropriating any money this year to start construction on the contemplated trunk line sewer. The Sewer Maintenance appropriation includes $1,000.00 for the repair of leaks in the existing sewer in the east end of the Town, thereby eliminating the necessity for sewer relief at this time. MIDDLESEX COUNTY TUBERCULOSIS HOSPITAL This is a new appropriation covering the maintenance and repair of the new tuberculosis hospital. This amount represents Lexington's share of the upkeep and is charged to us by the County. SIDEWALKS We recommend that only $1200.00 be appropriated for sidewalk construction. This is the same amount appropri- ated last year and will undoubtedly be sufficient. PUBLIC WELFARE The committee recommends the appropriation of $20,- 000.00 for the Public Welfare Department which with ap- proximately $26,000.00 received from the 10 % salary dona- tion, it is hoped will take care of both Public Welfare and Unemployment Relief. 352 TOWN OF LEXINGTON SCHOOLS The committee recommends the appropriation of $220,002.00 for schools, the amount requested by the School Committee. In the face of an increase in the number of pupils, the School Committee reduced their requested appro- priation last year by approximately $12,000.00 from the amount expended in 1931. In the operation of their depart- ment, they were able to save approximately $5,000.00 more. This year they have requested about $7500.00 less than their expenditures of 1932. The committee feels therefore that no further reduction need be made in their appropria- tion for this year. PARKS AND PLAYGROUNDS The committee recommends the appropriation of $10,000.00 for the maintenance of this department. There is included in this item the sum of $2400.00 for a new filter system to be used in connection with the swimming pool thereby practically eliminating any possible health trouble in the future. RESERVE FUND Due to the amount of deductions in the appropriations this year, it is felt by the Appropriation Committee that it would be safer to have available in the Reserve Fund $1000.00 more than last year to take care of any emergen- cies which might arise. WATER DEPARTMENT MAINTENANCE The committee recommends that $65,000.00 be appro- priated for this department. The reduction in this appro- priation will be possible due principally to less interest required, the elimination of the item of Pitometer Survey and in a reduction in the estimate of the Metropolitan Water Tax. WATER DEPARTMENT CONSTRUCTION Due to the balance of $10,582.05 in the Water Depart- ment Available Surplus, it should not be necessary to appropriate any money for water construction as this amount should be sufficient to take care of any necessary new construction. ANNUAL REPORTS 353 WOOD STREET Jt was not anticipated at the time of the Town Meeting Iast year that the County and State would assist us in the cost of constructing Wood Street. Before the Town started work on this project, the State and County appropriated $6,000.00, $5,200.00 of which has been received and used. The State and County have promised to provide $6,000.00 more when we complete the construction to the Bedford Line. This will necessitate a $5,000.00 appropriation. It is unfortunate that this seems necessary this year, but as the street is partly constructed at the present time, it would be folly in the opinion of the committee to leave the work incomplete. MATURING DEBT For the information of the tax payers, we are listing below the amount of bonded debt due for payment in the next five years: 1934 ... _„.„„ $125,000.00 1935 ... ._....__.... 110,000.00 1936 _....._. ..� _.._92,000.00 1937 _» ..„... ._.__ „ _86,000.00 1938 .... ..._M „........ _..„ 82,000.00 The Appropriation Committee recommends that no additional bonds be issued for construction until this bonded debt has been materially reduced. TOWN PHYSICIAN The duties of the Town Physician have been so much in excess of anticipation that the committee recommends the approval of $500.00 as salary for this year. INTEREST The principal reason for the smaller interest item is because the interest requirements of the Water Department amounting to $10,158.75 appears in the appropriation for the Water Department Maintenance and not included in the amount for general interest requirements. STATEMENT OF RESERVE FUND FOR 1932 Controlled by Appropriation Committee Appropriation.._.__....»».....__ ....._..__............_... ._........_._...... $1,500.00 Transferred as follows:— Board of Appeals ....,,.„ ...» .__..........»...._.....,»,_ $ 75.00 354 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Forest Fires --M ---- Moth and Insect Suppression —. . --- --- Town Clerk Tax Collector - ---.� Other Finance Offices and Accounts __— Police ._. Police Department .—........ •--••• -• --• Accountant Soldiers' Relief _.._ . 300.00 372.00 50.00 200.00 85.00 350.00 2L33 46.67 $1,500.00 SALARY REDUCTIONS The Appropriation Committee is of the opinion that the salary reduction of the Town employees should be placed on a permanent basis. Due to the decrease in cost of living averaging almost 25% on all living expenses, according to figures received from the Bureau of Labor Statistics in Washington, we feel that if the salaries of Town Employees were approximately equitable in 1929, it would be fair to expect that provided they receive full time pay, that their salaries and wages could be reduced 20 % as a permanent basis. The committee feels that a readjustment of salaries of the Town employees should if possible be made at the same time as the reduction is placed on a permanent basis. We recommend therefore that the total cost of employment of all kinds in Lexington be reduced in cost 20 % and that the Board of Selectmen be requested to adjust salaries to ob- tain this desired reduction in cost beginning July 1, 1938. This of course would eliminate the 10% donation which is now in effect. We understand that according to School Department regulations, it is not possible to readjust salaries and that the reduction must be uniform. We therefore recommend that the School Committee be requested to make the con- tracts for the new school year at salaries 20% less than 1932. SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS Because of many changes in work required, we suggest a check up by the Board of Selectmen, on the efficiency of the town departments to determine if any further improve- ment or economy in operation can be effected. The work of the appropriation committee has been made easier this year, due to the willingness of our former chairman to act as clerk. As soon as conditions will permit, a position of clerk should be established. Thii would in- ANNUAL REPORTS 355 crease the efficiency and intelligent handling of town finance to a considerable degree. APPROXIMATE TAX RATE FOR 1933 Although we have succeeded in reducing the total ap- propriations by $39,735.02 below last year, we do not expect that the tax rate will be materially reduced. This is due to an expected decrease in income from the State Income Tax of approximately 25 % and on the Corporation Tax of ap- proximately 15%, below last year's amounts together with a possible increase in the State Tax. Budget approved $775,765.71 State and County Taxes and other items to be added by the Assessors in accordance with law estimated __ _ „„„ . 85,000.00 Total .... Deduct, income from ail sources, approximately Total to be levied and assessed — _ $645,765.71 $21,372,124.00 185,000.00 $860,765.71 215,000.00 Total valuation, Real and Personal Addition for 1933 approximately Total $21,57'T,124,00 Tax Rate per $1,000.00 valuation approximately—$30.00 Respectfully submitted, A. EDWARD ROWSE, JR., Chairman HAROLD B. NEEDHAM, Secretary FRANCIS E. BURKE GEORGE W. BUTTS ROY A. FERGUSON PHILIP M. CLARK FREDERIC L. FISCHER WARREN G. LAWSON CLARENCE S. WALKER 356 TOWN OF LEXINGTON RESOLUTIONS OF THE LEXINGTON PLANNING BOARD FEBRUARY 17, 1933 FREDERICK LINCOLN EMERY 1867 - 1933 WHEREAS, it has seemed fitting to Almighty God in His infinite wisdom to remove from our midst our beloved associate and friend, FREDERICK LINCOLN EMERY and, WHEREAS, the Town of Lexington, which he loved and served so ably with unswerving fidelity and sincerity of purpose, has sustained an irreparable loss, be it RESOLVED, That in his passing, we, his associates who knew him so intimately and were privileged to serve under his inspiring leadership, testify by these RESO- LUTIONS to his sterling character, unfailing loyalty and devotion to al] that was worthwhile in our commu- nity life. Born in Portland, Maine, in 1867, he came early to Lexing- ton, graduated from our schools, passed the Bar, rising to eminence in his profession, and during a crowded life found time to give unselfishly and unceasingly of his talents and outstanding ability to every important community endeavor. Among the more important of these was the PIanning Board, of which he was Chairman for twelve of the fifteen years it has functioned. It was to this Board which he loved so well, and through it to the Town, that he gave to the last of his strength, kindliness, and outstanding ability, coupled with a love for beauty and an indomitable courage and tena- city of purpose. And be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of these Resolutions be sent to the immediate family and spread upon the records of the Town. J. HENRY DUFFY CLARENCE H. CUTLER EDGAR F. SCHEIBE WILLIAM D. MILNE C. EDWARD GLYNN The Planning Board, Lexington, Mass. FREDERICK LINCOLN EMERY 858 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF THE PLANNING BOARD FOR THE YEAR 1933 Early in 1933 the Planning Board suffered an irrepar- able loss in the death of Frederick L. Emery, long-time Chairman of the Board, and to whom, more than to any other one person, the Town is indebted for the foresight and perseverance that brought our Zoning By-law into ex- istence. The Board desires to acknowledge the distinctive ser- vice which has been rendered by Mr. William D. Milne, who, at the end of the year, because of business interests in New York, is obliged to withdraw from further participa- tion in its activities. A long-time resident of Lexington and a member of the Planning Board since 1925, Mr. Milne is thoroughly famil- iar with the associations and needs of the community; this, coupled with his training as an engineer, is a background which has been ably reflected in his service to the Board and to the Town. During the year, the Board has studied many and varied projects which have a direct bearing upon the future orderly development of the Town. It has held thirty meet- ings and five public hearings; four of the latter were upon petitions of citizens seeking changes in the By-law for the purpose of allowing business or manufacturing enterprises in districts now zoned for residence uses only. While any individual case of this sort can undoubtedly claim certain points in its favor, the Planning Board has adhered consis- tently to what it believes is the only sound policy, that of avoiding the "spotting" of isolated business areas through- out the Town, which, when once established, leave the way ANNUAL REPORTS 359 open for uses that are bound to become a blight upon resi- dence neighborhoods and thus nullify the very protection which the Zoning By-law affords to property values. In this connection, the Board has noted numerous ap- parent violations of the Zoning By-law, in the form of busi- ness enterprises being carried on in residence districts in various parts of the Town. While it is true that many of these are of minor extent, it indicates a trend against which the Town should be constantly guarded. At the suggestion of the Board, a survey of non -conforming uses has been made, for the information of the Nanning Board and others who are concerned with Zoning administration. One per- sistent business enterprise appears to be that of overnight - houses and tea-rooms ; persons from other localities are par- ticularly active in acquiring property in Lexington with the expectation that such business will be permitted. The Board is not convinced that the citizens of Lexington desire or will tolerate an increase in these petty business activities outside regularly -established business districts. A study of the trend of business in the Town, and of the present occupancy of business areas, indicates that the By-law in the beginning made too liberal provision for busi- ness development. Speculative over -development leads di- reectly to depreciation of values of existing business pro- perties; hence the Board has come to the conclusion that in certain instances, existing Business or C-1 Districts now occupied by residences may with good judgment be changed to Residence or R-1 Districts. With this in view, one public hearing was held for the purpose of obtaining public senti- ment relative to so changing the areas opposite, and ad- jacent to, the Cary Memorial and Town Offices, from busi- ness to residential zoning. It is gratifying to find that a ma- jority of the property -owners affected are in favor of such a change. The Board regrets the apparent lack of interest on the part of citizens in general, in projects upon which public hearings are called. Its function as advisor to the Town in zoning matters can best be exercised, and its recommenda- tions can best be formulated, when the viewpoints of disin- terested citizens are known. The PIanning Board therefore earnestly desires that citizens will indicate their active con- cern for the welfare and future development of our Town, by attending public hearings on these vital matters. 360 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Consideration has been given to four real-estate lay- outs; one the socalled "Brick Village" in East Lexington, one in Lexington Park, and two in the Woburn and Lowell Street areas. Approval of these and similar projects is always subject to compliance, by the operators concerned, with stated specifications laid down by the Board of Survey. Rigid adherence to such matters as 1ot-frontages, setbacks, and width and grades of proposed streets, is imperative if the character of the Town, attractive to tax -paying home- owners, is to be preserved. Recent legislative enactment of a revision of the Muni- cipal Zoning Laws has made it desirable to scrutinize our own By-law and in some instances to recommend changes, in order to bring it into correspondence with the General Law. At the same time, amendments have been drawn up to cover present-day requirements for the control of busi- ness and other activities, that were not contemplated when the By-law was originally drafted. Upon the inauguration of the Civil Works Administra- tion by the National Government, providing funds for cer- tain types of public works, upon request of the Selectmen the planning Board suggested various projects which could properly be advanced in an application for Federal aid. Chief of these was that of the completion of the Topographi- cal Map of the Town ; this project was approved, and is now being carried on under the direction of our Town Engineer. Throughout the Commonwealth a broad program of improved highways is in progress. At present, Lexington is concerned with three of these major projects, bringing to your PIanning Board the usual problems of connecting road- ways ; the probable effect upon the flow of local traffic ; and the probable trend of development along the new highways themselves. These matters all require exhaustive study, in the endeavor to carry forward our Town planning in a pro- gressive but at the same time deliberate manner. The Planning Board wishes to acknowledge the liberal support which the Town Meeting Members have given to its recommendations. As at present constituted, it has no powers beyond those of recommending to the Town what it considers the best policies; and if the Board is to be effect- ive, the Town must support it to a reasonable extent. The ANNUAL REPORTS 861 Board also greatly appreciated the ready cooperation af- forded by the Board of Selectmen and the Engineering De- partment, both so essential to the successful conduct of the Planning Board's work. J. HENRY DUFFY C. EDWARD GLYNN EDWARD W. KIMBALL E. F. SCHEIBE S. A. RoB1NSoiV' 362 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF THE TAX COLLECTOR December 31, 1933. To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen: 1 herewith submit my report as Tax Collector for the year 1933: 1930 Taxes Disclaimed Tax Title for 1930 Tax..........._.._ Uncollected January 1, 1934 .—.— $32.00 $32.00 $32.00 This Tax Title was disclaimed late in 1933, adjustment was made in 1934. 1931 Taxes Uncollected January 1, 1933 ..— $184.46 Collected in 1933 Uncollected January 1, 1934 (reassessed Tax) $55.60 128.86 $184.46 1932 Taxes Uncollected January 1, 1933 $260,002.46 Collected in 1933. _ _.. $258,271.91 Uncollected January 1, 1934 — 1,730.55 $260,002.46 Old Age Assistance 1932 Uncollected January 1, 1933 ._......__._ 487.00 Collected in 1933 487.00 Highway Betterment for 1932 Uncollected January 1, 1933 3,662.95 Collected in 1933. .. ..... ....... 3,278.12 ...�....___.._.. Uncollected January 1, 1934 ........_.__...._,. 384.83 $3,662.95 ANNUAL REPORTS 363 364 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Sewer Frontage for 1932 Uncollected January 1, 1933 2,598.61 Collected in 1933 _—__ . _- 2,598.61 Sidewalks for 1932 Uncollected January 1, 1933 _— 80.80 Collected in 1933 63.63 Uncollected January 1, 1934 — 17.17 $80.80 In reference to the taxes listed above as Uncollected 1932 Taxes, I wish to state that with the exception of $45.8S, these taxes have been Tax Titled to the Town. It was however, impossible to have these recorded before the close of 1933. 1933 Taxes Committed October 1, 1933 ._.....w..... ... $681,408.04 Committed December 20, 1933 ........... 132.30 Collected in 1933 Uncollected January 1, 1934 --- $681,540.34 $13.96 287,326.38 $681,540.34 Old Age Assistance Committed October 1, 1933 $3,229.00 Old Age Assistance Committed December 20, 1933 _. _ ,..... .... ......... ............_._.r._..... 35.00 $3,264.00 Collected in 1933 . _........._. $2,393.00 Uncollected January 1, 1934 .. __ 871.10 Highway Betterment for 1933 .._..._..._...... 9,738.79 Collected in 1933 ._ Uncollected January 1, 1934 Sewer Frontage for 1938 .._......_______ 5,040.42 Collected in 1933 .. _ . Uncollected January 1, 1934 ........._...... w. Sidewalks for 1933 Collected in 1933 _ w Uncollected January 1, 1934 ____.--- 307.21 307.21 $3,264.00 $4,848.75 4,890.04 $9,738.79 2,556.54 2,483.92 $5,040.42 106.22 201.99 $807.21 BYRON C. EARLE, Tax Collector. REPORT OF THE TOWN TREASURER December 31, 1933. HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Dear Sirs: Following is the Report of the Town Treasurer for the year 1933: Cash on hand January 1, 1933 .._ . $ 111,754.75 Receipts during the year 1933 1,798,753.70 $1,910,508.45 Expenditures for the year 1933 ....... ,„,,, 1,727,312.93 Balance on hand January 1, 1934 ......»...m........... $ 183,195.52 Respectfully submitted, JAMES J. CARROLL, Town Treasurer. ANNUAL REPORTS REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES OF THE BRIDGE CHARITABLE FUND 1933 SAMUEL J. BRIDGE, a descendant of Lexing ton, made a gift to the town in 1880 of $2,000 with the proviso that two-thirds of the income should be added to the principal each year until the fund should amount to $4,000, when the entire income should be available for assisting the indigent poor of the town. Amount of Fund, as reported in 1982 �._... Invested as under: 2000 United States 4th Liberty 4% ...... 2000 Lawrence Gas & Elec 4%s........m...._..._ ,,„..... Lexington Savings Bank BRIDGE FUND Income Account 1933 Receipts Interest on 2000 Lawrence Gas & Elec 4'%s 2000 U. S. 4th 414s Lexington Savings Bank ...........,...._......»...._...._ Income from Gerry Fund - Interest on 1600 U. S. 4th 41,49 ......._.._....__.W....,, „ Lexington Savings Bank Payments Cash paid for charitable purposes ._. �.....__._......... » Excess of payments .....__.......... _......... ..»,»........... _._.. Balance Dec. 31, 1932 ......... .._...._........... 1378.85 1977.60 122.05 68.00 20.55 865 $3978.50 $3978.50 90.00 85.00 8.11 183.11 88.65 $271.66 $275.90 4.24 189.98 Balance Dec. 31, 1933 $185.74 866 TOWN OF LEXINGTON ELIZABETI3 B. GERRY FUND -- Elizabeth Bridge Whitcomb, born in Lexing- ton Jan. 15, 1814. At her death, leaving no will and no direct descendents, by an act of the Legislature in 1885 her property was given to the Town, and by a vote of the Town became a part of the Bridge Charitable Fund. Balance of Fund, as reported in 1982 Invested as under: 1600 United States 4th 44.q $1,387.28 Lexington Savings Bank . ._r .„ 680.26 HOWARD S. C. NICHOLS JOHN F. TURNER WALDO F. GLIDDEN Trustees $2,067.54 $2,067.54 I have audited the accounts of the Trustees of the Bridge Charitable Fund and find them to be correct. JAMES H. RUSSELL, Town Accountant. ANNUAL REPORTS 367 TRUSTEES OF THE PUBLIC TRUSTS REPORT OF THE TOWN OF LEXINGTON FINANCIAL REPORT -1933 ELEANOR S. HEALS LEGACY— Eleanor S. Adams, born in Lexington in 1825. Under her will a legacy of $2,000 was given the Town, the income to be used for worthy indigent aged men and women over sixty years of age, American born. Principal Account Principal deposited in Lexington Savings Bank,...........,.......—......_.__..—w..........w..... Income Account Receipts Interest on deposit in Lexington Savings Bank .w _ _.. ... No Payments Balance Dec. 31, 1932 Balance Dec. 31, 1933 HARRIET R. GILMORE LEGACY— Harriet Robinson, born in Lexington, Nov. 5, 1806, Under her will a legacy of $500 was left to the town, the income to be used for the benefit of the poor of the town. Principal Account . .•_ -. - ••• Principal deposited in Lexington Savings Bank Income Account Receipts Interest on deposit in Lexington Savings Bank »-» 368 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Payments Excess of Payments Balance Dec. 31, 1932 Balance Dec. 33, 1933 CHARLES E. FRENCH LEGACY— Charles E. French, a citizen of Boston, but a lover of Lexington, Under the will $4,000 was left to the town, the income of $2,000 to be devoted to the care of the Colonial Cemetery, and the income of $2,000 for three medals in each of the public high and gram- mar schools for the best scholarship in the graduation classes. Principal Account as reported in 1932 Principal Account invested as under: 4000 Town of Lexington 4s and 4', s ...w $4,000.00 $2,000.10 Deposit in North Avenue Savings Bank, 510.00 2,000.00 Income Account - Cemetery Receipts Interest on 2000 Lexington 4s ..... _...._.......... _...»...... ........... 63.82 Interest Lexington Savings Bank .».w._..._._..w....,... 111.69 $175.51 $500.0t 500.00 16.07 Payments For Bare of lots in Colonial Cemetery ................ Excess of Receipts ....... Balance Dec. 31, 1932 _. Balance Dec. 31, 1933 .. Income Account—Schools Receipts Interest Lexington 4s and 41/2s ................ _...._...._...._...._..... Interest Estabrook & Co..w...................„ ..........� .....».. Interest Lexington Savings Bank _.............__ Interest North Avenue Savings Bank _._...._...._, ._,. 80.00 .59 65. 5. 2.30 19.30 20.00 3.93 32.11 28.18 $4,519.00 $4,510.00 80.59 75.00 5.59 40.89 46.48 91.60 ANNUAL REPORTS Payments For premium on 1000 Lexington 4s „.»....„»..» For accrued interest on 100 Lexington 4s .........._.--.. For medals �. ... » _•••-„ •M .. •-, - w Excess of payments ..... Balance Dec. 31, 1982 _ Balance Dec. 31, 1933 -. JONAS GAMMELL LEGACY - Jonas Gammell, born in Lexington Oct. 10, 1820. A clause in his will gave to Lexington $600., the income to be expended for delica- cies and luxuries for the inmates of the Alms- house. By decree of Probate Court, April 23, 1929, power was given to expend income for the town poor wherever located, Income Account Receipts Interest Lexington Savings Bank Payments Excess of payments .»... Balance Dec. 31, 1932 ... Balance Dec. 31, 1933 ». 369 65. 6.44 90. 161.44 69.84 142.62 72.78 16.41 19.87 3.46 48.60 45.14 GEORGE 0. SMITH LEGACY - George 0. Smith, born in Lexington, Jan. 2, 1832. Under his will a Legacy of $2,500. was given to Lexington, the income to be expend- ed by the Field and Garden Club. Principal Account (as reported in 1932) „,„„„,._,.,.__.. $2,452.50 Principal invested as under: 2000 U. S. Liberty 4 Nr s _w.. „ „... „„ 1,878.85 Deposited in Lexington Savings Bank _.. „„ ... 573.65 2,452.50 Income Account Receipts Interest on 2000 U. S. 4th 414s ._.._....................»........... Interest Lexington Savings Bank ...._...»..„....___.._.... 85. 370 TOWN OF LEXINGTON' Payments Lexington Field & Garden Club .- Excess of payments ...... Balance Dec. 31, 1932 .» Balance Dec. 31, 1933 .. CEMETERY TRUST FUNDS Receipts Estate E. C. Bailey ..._�__.._.._.__...._.._.__..___._._..._ Mabel Saunders Estate of Cbarles E. Nelson.__......___..._....r_....__»__.,, Estate L. S. Kimball . ..._.__..._..___W. Transferred from Perpetual Care Fund Westview Payments Transferred to Colonial Cemetery Funds . ..... Amount of Funds, Dec. 31, 1932 ....»..,.... Amount of Funds, Dec. 31, 1933 ....» Income Account Receipts Interest Warren Institution for Savings ...---..- Interest Lexington Savings Bank -.-.....--.- Payments Cemetery Commissioners -._____.---.-- Excess of payments ...._ Balance Dec. 31, 1932 Balance Dec. 31, 1933... COLONIAL CEMETERY FUNDS Transferred from Cemetery Trust Funds ---- 18.19 103.19 (amount of Funds Dec. 31, 1933) w_„...._ ..,..,... , Colonial Cemetery Income 110. 6.81 11.13 4.32 200. 100. 100. 100. 100. 600. 1100. 500. 29035. 28535. 270.56 637.73 908.29 1000. 91.71 2563.34 2471.63 1100. ANNUAL REPORTS Receipts Interest Warren Inst. for Savings Interest Lexington Savings Bank .. ..- Cemetery Commissioners Payments Excess of Receipts Balance Dec. 31, 1932 - Balance Dec. 31, 1933 _ HAYES FOUNTAIN FUND - A balance remaining after the erection of the Hayes Fountain of $862.72, by a Vote of the town a permanent fund was erected, the In- come to be available for the care of the foun- tain and the grounds around it. Principal Account ..__„„., ............ _„... Principal deposited in Lexington Savings Bank _ Income Account Receipts Interest Lexington Savings Bank -- No No Payments - Balance Dec. 31, 1932 ... Balance Dec. 31, 1933 ._ LEXINGTON HIGH SCHOOL, Scholarship Fund Balance December 31, 1932 as reported -.- Receipts Interest Lexington Savings Bank -___.- Invested Invested as under: Lexington Savings Bank Note of James A. Collins Loans -Spencer Labez $46.69 100. 50. 50. $246.69 371 372 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 3.02 54.03 57.05 50. 7.05 788.75 795.80 PERPETUAL CARE FUND Westview Cemetery Balance as reported Dec. 31, 1932 .. __._. Receipta Payments Transferred to Cemetery Funds (Ryder) Balance Dec. 31, 1933 M..... _ ...__. Income Account Balance as reported Dec. 31, 1932 Receipts Interest Lexington Trust Co...._.._ .._ ......_. _. _... Interest Warren Inst. for Savings ......................_..._ $862.72 Interest Lexington Savings Bank ... .._.w. ..._ 862.72 $32.23 204.98 287.16 Balance Dec. 31, 1933 ___________ BATTLEGREEN TRUST FUND At the Town Meeting June 25, 1925 is was VOTED That the sum of $500. received by the Town un- der the will of the late Orin W. Fiske be appro- priated and set apart as a perpetual trust fund, to be known as the Battlegreen Trust Fund. Principal as reported Dec. 31, 1932 .-........,..._.._.... Principal deposited in Cambridge Savings Bank ... Income Account 243.85 Balance as reported Dec. 31, 1932 ....._....... » . $2.84 $246.69 Receipts Interest Cambridge Savings Bank ...� ...� . . Interest Lexington Savings Bank ._................. Balance Dec. 31, 1933 _._ . .........„ -.-. HALLIE C. BLAKE PRIZE FUND $1,000 was endowed in 1920, the income to be expended annually in two cash prizes to the two seniors (a boy and a girl) in each successive graduating class of the Lexington $11.48 382.72 98.77 $12,525.75 1,134.25 13,660. 100. $13,560. 3,303.96 492.97 $3,796.93 $500. 500. 191.33 $18.93 5.60 24.53 $215.86 ANNUAL REPORTS 373 High School, who by example and influence have shown highest qualities of leadership, conduct and good will of the student body. Principal Fund (Cash received from Hallie Principal invested in 1000 Baltimore & Ohio R.R. Co. 5s Dec. 1995. _.....__...._.....__.... _ ... Income Account Received Interest on 1000 Baltimore & Ohio R.R. 5s $1,000.00 1,000.00 50.00 Paid Out Cash paid for prizes _ 50.00 WILLIAM AUGUSTUS TOWER MEMORIAL PARK TRUST FUND— By deed of gift from Miss Ellen M. Tower, dated Sept. 17th, 1928 and accepted by vote of the town November 26th, 1928, the sum of $10,000. was placed in trust, the income thereof to be applied in each and every year for the care, maintenance and improvement of the William Augustus Tower Memorial Park. Principal Fund, as reported Dec. 31, 1932 $10,000. Principal invested as under: 4000 Boston Elevated Railway 5s 1942 - 4,000. 4000 Pacific Gas & Elec. Co. 5s 1955 4,000. Deposited in Lexington Savings Bank 2,000. 10,000. Income Account Receipts Interest on 4000 Boston Elevated 5s .»»........... 200. 4000 Pacific Gas & Elec. 5s ...m_m »». 200. Lexington Savings Bank ..._.».» .... SQ. 460. Payments Cash paid to Lexington Park Department ..__ 460. EDITH C. REDMAN BATTLEGREEN TRUST FUND— Principal of Fund ....__. ___.,__.. $500. Principal deposited in Lexington Savings ... 500. Income Account 374 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Received Interest from Lexington Savings Bank Paid Out To Lexington Park Department Signed, HOWARD S. O. NICHOLS WALDO F. GLIDDEN JOHN F. TURNER Trustees $15.11 I have audited the accounts of the Trustees of Public Trusts and find them to be correct. JAMES H. RUSSELL, Town Accountant. Annual Report OF THE SCHOOL COMMITTEE AND SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS OF THE TOWN OF LEXINGTON For the Year 1933 SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 377 REPORT OF THE SCHOOL COMMITTEE FOR 1933 The School Committee submits, herewith, its Forty-eighth An- nual Report, including the customary sub -divisions as follows: A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J. STATEMENT BY THE SCHOOL COMMITTEE FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHOOL COMMITTEE ORGANIZATION LEXINGTON PARENT -TEACHER ASSOCIATION SCHOOL CALENDAR SCHOOL HOURS DIRECTORY OF SCHOOL•EMPLOYEES REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS HEALTH REPORTS SCHOOL STATISTICS: 1. Teachers' Resignations and Appointments 2. Prizes 3. Senior High School Enrollment by Courses 4. Distribution of Senior High School Pupils by Subjects 5. Enrollment by Schools for October, 1933 6. Vocational School Enrollment 7. Extract from State Returns 8. Report of Attendance Officer 9. Lexington School Savings 10. High School Graduating Class 1933 378 TOWN OF LEXINGTON STATEMENT BY SCHOOL COMMITTEE In accordance with long-established custom the School Committee has met regularly on the first and third Tues- days of each month with Superintendent Grindle and all members present. As a new feature towards closer co- operation, we have spent an evening with each school prin- cipal, and we believe that this brief period together has been mutually helpful. It has made us better acquainted, and has afforded an opportunity to develop an understanding of school problems from somewhat different angles. One teacher, Miss Neva Mitchell, retired at the close of the school year in June, 1933. At that time Miss Mitchell had completed thirty-one years of successful work in the Lexington schools. She is a woman of the highest qualities, poised, efficient and loyal. We wish her many years to enjoy her well-earned leisure. To briefly review a few figures, the school expenditures amounted to $233,070.00 in 1931, $221,740.00 in 1932 and $198,578.00 in 1933, ora saving this year of $34,492.00 over 1931. This is approximately 15%. During this same period, the high schools have cared for seventy-five extra pupils which in normal times would add materially to our costs. These economies have been effected in the spirit of the times and in accordance with the expressed wish of our voters in town meeting. Any School Committee in Lexington, how- ever, must be mindful of the fact that we have built up a tradition of good education for our children, and this must be perpetuated at any reasonable cost. It has been obvious that our people do not want any major change in our fun- damental program, such as elimination of any course or de- partment. AlI courses and departments, whether for physi- cal or educational improvement, have been introduced only after careful consideration and study which have shown a definite need for them. To reduce this program, therefore, would be taking a backward step. Other apparent econo- SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 379 mies become short-sighted policies if given the scrutiny of broad-minded study. We commend to you, for careful read- ing, the attached report of our Superintendent of Schools, which indicates clearly and truthfully, the high expectations which our teachers are called upon to fulfill. Not only must they teach education in definite subjects, but they must try to direct our children's thoughts and tendencies in such a way that they will use their time outside of school, as well as inside, for the development of the best citizenship. Only teachers of excellent training -and highest character can be expected to do this, and we must try to maintain a position which will enable us to procure and keep the services of such teachers. We call your attention again to the crowded condition in the High School building. At present we have extra space in the elementary school buildings, and indications pointing to no substantial increase in enrollment. The opposite con- dition, no extra room and increasing enrollment each year, prevails at High School. We are now operating on a so- called 6-3-3 system which means that each pupil has six years in elementary school, three years in Junior High and three years in Senior High. It would relieve our housing problem if we for the present changed to a 7-2-3 system, this is, seven years in elementary, two years in Junior High and three years in Senior High. There are also other possi- bilities. This matter is being given careful consideration by the Committee. We do not definitely recommend additional building at this time, nor do we feel that it would be wise for the town to give up the Bedford and Burlington pupils who are now attending our High School. In short, we be- lieve that the matter of future High School accommodations should be given proper attention in the very near future, probably by the appointment of a special committee to thor- oughly study the housing problem, so that the school authorities may more wisely handle the distribution of the pupils. The School Committee again wishes to express its ap- preciation of the deep interest and whole -hearted co-opera- tion so helpfully given by Superintendent Grindle, and of the attitude of all members of the school organization. JAMES STUART SMITH, Chairman MARGARET G. TAFT RANDALL D. HOUGHTON School Committee. 380 TOWN OF LEXINGTON FINANCIAL STATEMENT Year ending December 31, 1933 General Expenses: Superintendent, Attendance Officer, Office Assistance and Expenses---- Expenses xpenses-....... .Expenses of Instruction: Salaries of Supervisors, Principals and Teachers _..... .. m _.._ ...� _ _...� Textbooks .. _ .._. _ _ .. ....... ...� Stationery and Supplies _._.._..__.___..____. Expenses of Operation, Janitors, Fuel, etc. ...... Maintenance, Repairs, etc..._.__._..._. Libraries ._. .. .. M » .... ..... �. Health ....»�.._ .. .. Transportation Miscellaneous Expenses, Graduations, Ath- letics, Express, etc. m.„...» .„_... ......... Outlays, Furniture, Equipment, etc. _._.....» Total expenditure for day schools _...._ Vocational Tuition -_..____...._...._..........___...._....____._.. Americanization Classes .....___ Total.... _... ... » » _» _......._. » ..._. Grand Total Expenditures Unexpected Balance .. ....» » .......» ...... Appropriation _ ._ _... __..... __._... _ _�._ $6,224.45 152,402.13 3,690.45 5,772.35 24,986.39 4,315.82 577.61 2,943.15 5,700.20 871.41 881.81 $208,365.77 $477.24 160.00 637.24 `$209,003.01 172.77 $209,175.78 $209,175.78 Receipts Tuition: $9,056.07 Bedford _.. 10,985.96 Burlington _- .» . _.. ... ._ 95.35 Billerica »..._ _ » ... _ _ w 130.00 98.40 Commonwealth of Massachusetts: 467.63 Americanization . „ .... ....... .......... 17,180.00 Vocational Education — ..............._.... 2,942.32 SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 381 382 TOWN OF LEXINGTON General School Fund 298.38 State Wards 55.83 City of Boston .. .w ....._ _... w.._.... _ 115.80 Miscellaneous .-._....... 41,420.74 Net Expenditure for 1933____..__..____._._. ,__,___. *$167,582.27 *The net cost of education to the town was further reduced by $10,424. 69, the amount contributed by school employees from January 1, 1933 to July 1, 1933. SCHOOL COMMITTEE ORGANIZATION Chairman JAMES STUART SMITH, 4 Percy Road. . . . . Tel. Lex. 0018 (Term Expires March, 1934) Secretary RANDALL B. HOUGHTON, 16 Oakland Street . . Tel. Lex. 0388-M (Term Expires March, 1935) Treasurer MARGARET G. TAFT, 4 Upland Road. . . . . Tel. Lex. 0241-W (Term Expires March, 1936) Superintendent of Schools THOMAS 8. GRINDLE, 29 Bloomfield Street. . . Tel. Lex. 0165-W Office: High School Building, Tel. Lex. 0277 Secretary to the Superintendent HAZEL W. HARGROVE, 3058 Massachusetts Avenue. Tel. Lex. 0118 Regular meetings of this School Committee are held on the first and third Tuesdays of each month in the High School Building. SCHOOL DEPARTMENT LEXINGTON PARENT -TEACHER ASSOCIATION Officers of Council PRESIDENT VICE-PRESIDENTS, Mrs. Robert J. SECRETARY TREASURER 383 Mrs. William G. Potter Fawcett, Mrs. Hugh McLellan Mrs. Damon B. Stevens Mrs. George Wheaton Directors of Local Branches ADAMS SCHOOL Mrs. Luther R. Putney FRANKLIN SCHOOL Mrs. Th6mas Baylis HANCOCK SCHOOL Mrs. Richard Mayo MUNROE SCHOOL Mrs. Galt F. Parsons PARKER SCHOOL Mrs. Frederick B. James JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Mrs. Hugh. E. Leonard SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Mrs. Nathan B. Bidwell 1934 SCHOOL CALENDAR School School School School School School School School Opens, Tuesday, January 2. Closes, Friday, February 16. Opens, Monday, February 26 Closes, Friday, April 13. Opens, Monday, April 23. Closes, Thursday, June 21. Opens, Monday, September 10. Closes, Friday, December 21. Holidays Memorial Day, May 30. Columbus Day, October 12. Thanksgiving, November 28 ('/s day) November 29 November 30. Grades I—II Grades III—VI ...._ Grades VTI --CII School Hours Morning Session 8:45 to 11:30 8:45 to 12:00 8:10 to 1:50 Afternoon Session 1:30 to 3:15 1:30 to 3:15 384 TOWN OF LEXINGTON ROSTER OF TEACHERS IN LEXINGTON SCHOOLS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Name Subjects Taught Manfred L. Warren Irving F. Sherwood Walter F. Fogg James L. Heggie Kenneth Moyle Chester A. Neilsen George V. Perry Amy Campbell Alice B. Crowe Gretta F. Dyas Anne L. Forsyth Grace P. French Bertha V. Hayward Margaret Jenness Cora D. Leighton Helen I. McIntyre Lillian M. Spidle Marion C. Strode Ruth A. Walcott Dorothy A. Burke Principal Asst. Prine., English English Mathematics Commercial Geog. & Commercial Commercial Mathematics Science English Science History French Latin History Commercial English French Clerk Where Educated 'Aare in Lexi nate n Bowdoin College 6 Science N. H. State College 8 Harvard College Boston University Bucknell University ._ Northeastern Univ. 4 Tufts College 4 Burdett College 5 Univ. of Vermont 2 Radcliffe College 3 Smith College 12 Wellesley College 22 Univ. of Maine 15 Earlham College 4 Radcliffe College 15 Boston University 7 Salem T. C. 3 Wheaton College 1 Wellesley College 13 3 JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Merrill F. Norlin Philip M. Caughey Benjamin J. Hill Arnold W. Lunt Gladys M. Anderson Beatrice T. Cummings Eunice R. Harvey Harriet J. Hodgkins Betty King Hazel Luce Annie M. Nickerson Dorothy Perkins Muriel A. Rollins Edna L. Stone Blanche L. Whelpley Principal History Bus. Train., Science Science Anc. History, Civics English Geography English English Latin History English, French Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics Wesleyan University 7 Bowdoin College 5 Bridgewater T. C. 2 Boston University 5 Bridgewater T. C. 9 Bridgewater T. C. 6 Bridgewater T. C. 6 Gloucester Training 13 Bridgewater T. C. 4 Univ. of N. N. Salem T. C. 6 Bridgewater T. C. 2 Moses Brown School 6 Gorham Normal 5 Salem T. C. 18 SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 385 JUNIOR AND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS Edward E. Abell Helen F. Libby A. Irving Dodge Robert Proctor Marion L. Cronan Phyllis M. Clarke Dorcas S. Nason Chester Cook Flora R. Hall B. Marion Brooks Margaret L. Lyman Helen E. Sullivan Etta M. Taylor Clara A. Anderson Elizabeth Barnes Harriet E. Bryer Irja Waris Sara Suttill Marjorie Osgood Elsie Philbrick Verda Dunn Margaret A. Keefe Bertha S. Vik Helen Foye Reba E. Vail Mary Kelley Josephine Manchester Mildred Ferguson Vivian C. Vose Gertrude Keyes Jennie F. Blodgett Joan Munger Arlene E. Rowe Marion White Margaret B. Noyes Harriet S. French Olive M. Strangman Mabel E. Wheeler Marjorie E. Hartt Katherine Hennessy Lida B. Kelley Helen H. Nelson Mary A. Hallaren Grace M. K.ilfoile Physical Education Physical Education Manual Arts Manual Arts Household Arts Household Arts Librarian Orchestra (Part time) ADAMS SCHOOL Principal Grade I I II II III III IV IV & V V & VI VI Opportunity Class Bldg. Assistant FRANKLIN SCHOOL Principal & Grade VI Grade I I & II II III IV V HANCOCK SCHOOL Principal Grade I II 111 IV IV & V V VI Springfield Training 4 Boston University Mass. State Course 5 Fitchburg T. C. 8 Framingham T. C. 2 Framingham T. C. Bridgewater T. C. 4 N. E. Cons. of Music 4 Gorham Normal 7 Keene Normal 2 Oneonta Normal 6 Fitchburg T. C. 5 Voohree's Normal 20 Gorham Normal 4 Boston University 1 Keene Normal 5 Fitchburg T. C. Bridgewater T. C. Keene Normal 3 Presque Isle Normal 8 Bridgewater T. C. ..._ Keene Normal 5 Salem T. C. 3 Bridgewater T. C. µ Farmington Normal 2 Framingham T. C. 2 Gorham Normal 4 North Adams T. C. 3 Aroostook State Nor., 3 North Adams T. C. Bridgewater T. C. 39 North Adams T. C. Leslie School 7 Keene Normal Bridgewater T. C, 16 North Adams T. C. 19 MUNROE SCHOOL Principal & Grade VI Framingham T. C. Grade I Plymouth Normal II Framingham T. C. III Salem T. C. IV Castine Normal V Framingham T. C. Opportunity Class Lowell T. C. Opportunity Class Salem T. C. 8 3 4 16 6 4 2 386 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Ruth E. Morrison Helen M. Sullivan Elizabeth L. Call Marion M. Marston Helen Henderson Alice T. Farrand Martha L. Lane Vera T. Blinkhorn Katherine Hodgdon Evelyn Blamire Helen F. Spooner Elinore M. Welch PARKER SCHOOL Principal & Grade VI Grade 1 II III III & IV IV V V & VI Bldg. Assistant Plymouth Normal 11 Bridgewater T. C. 1 Machias Normal 3 Farmington Normal 6 Lowell T. C. Worcester T. C. 2 Gloucester Training 13 Lowell T. C. 2 Lowell T. C. SPECIAL TEACHERS Drawing, Penmanship Bridgewater T. C. 3 Music Framingham T. C. 7 Art New School of Design 4 SCHOOL PHYSICIANS Dr. W. L. Barnes, 1557 Massachusetts Ave., Lexington Tel. Lex. 0410 Dr. Doris Kendrick, 177 Bedford Street, Lexington Tel. Lex. 0987 SCHOOL NURSE AND ATTENDANCE OFFICER Elsie G. Weitch, 93 Whitney Road, Medford . Tel. Mystic 3209-J SCHOOL DENTIST Dr. E. E. Morrill, 69 Harding Road, Lexington . . TeL Lex. 0968 (Dental Clinic conducted by the Dental Clinic Committee in cooperation with the School Department) AMERICANIZATION TEACHER Gladys M. Anderson, 6 Belfry Terrace, Lexington . Tel. Lex. 1510-W CARETAKERS OF BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS JUNIOR AND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS Arthur J. Rocque, 41 Grant St., Lexington Walter Brenton, Marrett Road, Lexington William J. Gorman, 6 Grant St., Lexington William J. Kenealy, Woburn St., Lexington ADAMS SCHOOL Clesson Schofield, 11 Pleasant St., Lexington FRANKLIN SCHOOL Woodbury M. Philbrook, Grassland St, Lexington HANCOCK SCHOOL Thomas F. Cavanaugh, 201 Grant St., Lexington MUNROE SCHOOL Dennis H. Collins, 4 Cottage St., Lexington PARKER SCHOOL Charles A. Manley, 67 Woburn St., Lexington SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 387 REPORT OF THE SITPERINTEN DEN T OF SCHOOLS To THE SCHOOL COMMITTEE OF LEXINGTON : I present for your consideration the Annual Report of the Superintendent of Schools for the year 1933. The public schools in all communities comprise an in- dustry, in one respect different from most other industries: its business is always flourishing whether in time of depres- sion or prosperity. Not only is the business of educating our young people always in demand, but at times like the present the burden is greater because of the greater in- crease in numbers. This is particularly true of our High Schools, Many young people are now staying in school who, in more prosperous times, would be employed in business or industry, or would be attending higher institutions of learn- ing. Also, the recent enactment of the United States Gov- ernment forbidding the employment in industry of youth under sixteen years of age tends to increase our numbers as well as to affect the type of education offered by many com- munities. The school enrollment September 1933 was 2506. Four- teen vacancies in the teaching staff have occured during the year. There are four less teachers employed now than in December 1931. During this two-year period our enroll- ment has increased 75 pupils. This increase is practically all confined to the Junior High School and Senior High School. There have been few cases of serious contagious dis- eases. From the data available, we are led to believe that the health of our children is gradually improving. We be- lieve the work of our health department, of our physical education department and of outside agencies, such as the Dental Clinic and the Posture Clinic, has a definite bearing on this improvement. A recent summary of dental work 388 TOWN OF LEXINGTON through the past year shows Lexington as ranking among the highest of those towns and cities reported. The school attendance during the past year has averaged approximately ninety-four per cent. Lexington is educating more than ninety-five per cent of its children of legal school age in the public schools. Throughout the towns and cities of the state about seventy-five per cent are educat- ed in the public schools. This fact shows the important posi- tion the schools hold in the community, and the need of fin- ancial and moral support from all its citizens. Perhaps few citizens realize that Lexington, with its unusually large High School enrollment, has a much larger percentage of its entire school population in the High Schools than is true of most towns and cities. The cost of educating a pupil in the High School is for several rea- sons greater than in the elementary grades. In making com- parisons with other communities or in figuring the cost per pupil, this fact should be carefully considered. The high professional spirit of the teaching staff is evidenced by the fact that a large majority of our teachers have studied, traveled, or taken professional courses during the year. Many school systems have offered extra pay for teachers who take such courses. With few exceptions Lex- ington has never followed this plan. Such expenditure of time and money has been recognized by the teachers as necessary for professional growth and has always been cheerfully made. Undoubtedly any teacher who takes time for travel or study is more valuable both in the classroom and in the community. The teachers and principals give much thought and time to a study of the needs and capacities of the individual pupils. Many teachers remain after school hours to help in- dividual pupils. Cooperation with the parents has been en- couraged and welcomed in numerous ways. The curriculum offered in each grade is continually studied and changed or improved when desirable. At the present time the entire staff of teachers in the elementary grades and the English teachers in the Junior High School are studying and revising the course of study in English for these grades. SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 389 Parent-Teacher Associations have active organizations in each school. Evening sessions in the High School and special visiting days in the elementary schools have given parents a more intimate knowledge of the school, its daily work and its objectives. In many instances aid has been given to needy children. While carried on in a quiet way, this has been of material assistance to many families. This distribution of milk, soup and cocoa has been enlarged. The usual collection of fruit, vegetables, groceries etc. was made at Thanksgiving and Christmas. THE AIMS AND SERVICES OF EDUCATION The economic and social unrest through which our country and the world have been passing in recent years has served to throw the spotlight more directly upon our economic and social institutions and especially upon our public schools. Such scrutiny will, of course, create criti- cism. So long as these criticisms are constructive, they should be welcome, for it is mainly through them that we progress. However, under the present financial strain and tension it is natural that unjust and unfounded statements are often made; and too frequently only the financial side of the picture is presented or certain exceptional conditions in one school or town are cited as typical of all. In judging any public form of service it is only fair to consider all aspects of the picture—not the cost alone, but the quality of service rendered; not to pick out the short- comings of one school, or to over -emphasize certain unfavor- able aspects of the work, but rather to consider the work as a whole, the quality of the education it is offering. For a moment let us consider the whole public school movement and some of its effects on our national life. Growth in a democracy depends upon the educational progress which its individual members have made. This progress is reflected by the attitudes, hopes and the achieve- ments of the people. Also, the stability of this social group depends largely upon the nature of their educational pro- gram. While the public schools are not the sole agency through which society makes progress, nevertheless, public 890 TOWN OF LEXINGTON education, in a large measure, points the way to society's general progress. Although there are evidences that conditions in many of our economic and social agencies are not all that might be desired, yet it is probably true that the American people have set a record for control under serious strain during the past few years. If research could be relied upon to discover the basis for this control, probably much credit would fall upon the educational programs of our states and commu- nities. During the past quarter century there has been de- veloped a great improvement in our ideas of public educa- tion. Much study has been given to the improvement of educational psychology, the courses of study and their ad- ministration. In 1927 certain objectives were adopted as the per- manent platform of the National Congress of Parents and Teachers. The objectives as stated by this organization are: (1) Health; (2) Mastery of the tools, technics, and spirit of learning; (3) Worthy home membership; (4) Wise use of leisure; (5) Citizenship and World goodwill; (6) Voca- tional and economic effectiveness; (7) Ethical character. In previous years our annual school reports have dis- cussed more or less in detail the different school subjects in our curriculum. It is our purpose this year to present to you in outline the general aims of our school program in Lex- ington. These aims, which are similar to those mentioned above, are shown as adapted to our own schools in their attempt to train for a better citizenship. I Health The most important features of our health work are: a. Cooperating with parents and the Public Health Asso- ciation in an effort to have every beginner enter school free from remediable defects. b. Annual health examinations by the school physicians. c. Follow-up work by the school nurse for correction of defects observed by the physical examination. SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 391 d. Special provisions for undernourished or handicapped children. e. A regular program of physical education, including wholesome recreation during recess periods and after school hours. f. Training in health habits through a definite course of health education and sanitation. g. Providing all children with clean, comfortable build- ings and playgrounds, including good light, proper ventila- tion, suitable seats, clean toilets and washrooms. h. Dental treatment for many children through a Dental Clinic. i. Corrective posture work through the school program and the Posture Clinic. j. First aid service in emergency cases and protection against spread of diseases by control of suspicious cases by the school nurse and physicians. II Mastery of school subjects The schools encourage learning and thinking by : a. Providing a competent and well trained teacher for every classroom. b. Maintaining vital courses of study. Changing to meet the needs of a changing world. c. PIacing definite emphasis upon the fundamental sub- jects. With the addition of many new activities to the school program, the emphasis upon the fundamentals still remains the basis of education. In the elementary grades 75 per cent of the school day is given to Reading, Number work, English, History and Geography. In the Junior High School the work is a continuation 392 TOWN OF LEXINGTON and advancement of the subjects begun in the elementary grades. In addition other subjects are offered which pre- pare for High School and for the enlarged interests of more mature children. In the Senior High School all pupils study English each year. Social Studies, Science and Mathematics form the basis for practically all programs of study. d. Giving attention to the needs and abilities of the in- dividual child. e. Providing necessary textbooks, supplies and equip- ment so that pupils and teachers have sufficient materials to accomplish best results. f. Striving to maintain a public sentiment that supports adequate educational facilities for all children. g. Creating within the school an atmosphere that will inspire the children to perform the best work. III Worthy Home Membership The home is one of the fundamental units of society and the school seeks to train boys and girls to understand the value of a home, and to appreciate their responsibility in connection with it. The following activities are related to this function of the school : a. Instruction in sewing and cooking. Standards of quality, price, choice of good styles, and color combinations in clothing are stressed. b. Shop work with its training in the proper use of tools, and in the value of materials which will be of practical use in the home. c. Classes in drawing which teach an appreciation of color, proportion, and beauty as essential factors in a home. d. Cooperation between school and home as exemplified by the work of the Parent Teacher Association. e. Lessons in civics, and science of the home as a social and health institution. SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 3Q3 f. Banking, which presents an opportunity to encourage thrift. g. Maintaining a spirit of proper relationship of respect between boys and girls which lays a foundation for happy relationships later. IV Wise use of leisure time Our fathers faced a simpler -world than ours, with rela- tively simpler needs. Modern inventions have shortened the working week and greatly increased the hours of leisure. However, we may like it, the fact remains, that most of us in the future will probably have more time upon our hands than we have ever dreamed of before. Any system of educa- tion that does not take this fact into consideration is failing in its duty to the boys and girls of today. The program of the school presents many opportunities for developing per- manent interests which will be the basis for leisure time activities. Our schools are attempting to train for the wise use of leisure: 1. By introducing young people to a wide range of life interests. 2. Through the work in physical education, the pupils gain skills and interests which are the basis for healthful recreation in later life. 3. By developing appreciation of good music through the music classes, clubs, orchestras and lessons in music appreciation. 4. By encouraging an appreciation of good literature through classes and libraries. 5. By cultivating in children a love for the outdoors— appreciation of flowers, animals and all nature. 6. By giving children an opportunity to develop hobbies in various creative fields, mechanics, applied arts and fine arts. 394 TOWN OP LEXINGTON V Good Citizenship The privilege and responsibility of citizenship must be assumed by all pupils. Training for this duty is stressed in many ways. a. Through courses in current economic and social prob- lems we teach the child to study his community, the state and the nation. We also teach facts about voting, holding office, duties of citizenship, etc. b. Through study of history and geography pupils secure a record of human progress and conditions under which governments are formed and developed. c. Through life in the school, through various school or- ganizations, pupils learn to work with others and acquire a spirit of cooperation, leadership and respect for personal and public property. VI Vocational and Economic Efficiency The school recognizes that it must give its pupils train- ing which will assist them in making a wise choice of a vocation and which also gives them an opportunity to de- velop some of the fundamentals needed for the chosen occu- pation. It is accomplishing these objects in a variety of ways. a. Proper working habits and attitudes within the school are encouraged. b. Each child is helped to understand and develop his own gifts; and courses of study are advised which will best meet the needs of each. Individual and group conferences are held to assist pupils in their choices. VII Character Building The highest outcome of all education is the qualities of character which it helps its pupils to develop. Of necessity much of this work is done indirectly, yet all good teachers SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 396 are conscious of this objective no matter what subject is being taught. In many ways this training for character is given in our schools : a. Each child is encouraged to maintain high standards of physical and mental fitness. The highest ideals of learn- ing, home life and citizenship are encouraged. b. All children are taught to work together in friendly cooperation. c. There is frequent study of literary and historical char- acters relating to right and wrong conduct. d. Conferences are held between teachers and pupils for discussion of problems of conduct. e. Opportunity is afforded pupils to participate in school management in a limited way. f. Such fundamental qualities of character as obedience, honesty, loyalty, ambition, perseverance and the right spirit of success are encouraged in all school relationships. g. It is our aim to provide all pupils with teachers who set examples of high moral conduct. 396 TOWN OF LEXINGTON EDUCATION IN A CHANGING SOCIETY We are all familiar with the trite statement that the only constant thing in life is change. New social conditions develop and individuals are forced to make adjustments to the newer order. Few question the fact that the American people today face a task of social and intellectual adjust- ment rarely faced before. American life has changed its complexion more rapidly in the last decade than during the preceding half century. For this reason it will be necessary to arrange our social organizations in accordance with the needs and activities of life as they are likely to become. Whatever the need may be, our children must learn to ad - j ust themselves to situations which we as parents and teachers can only partially foresee. However, there are cer- tain general indications which will influence the trend of fu- ture education. First of these is the problem of increased Ieisure time which is bound to face many individuals in the future. To train for the wise and wholesome use of leisure is one of the growing demands upon education. Society must give more thought to the importance and danger of this problem and the school, as always, will be expected to do its full share in the situation. Another condition in present American life which will influence the schools, is the trend away from the employ- ment of young people in industry and the raising of the compulsory school age. If children are excluded from in- dustry they will naturally become enrolled in our schools; thereby a new and greater burden will be placed upon edu- cation. For these same young people must be provided with proper materials, with trained teachers; and in many cases a different type of education must be offered to meet their needs. Another new responsibility of the school and one which SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 897 will continue to be of primary importance is the task of stimulating the growth of proper mental attitudes. Not only is the school important in the life of the child in fur- nishing opportunity for intellectual development, but it has a tremendous influence in determining his ability to get along happily in the world. For we live much more by our feelings than by our intelligence, and education must take that fact more into account. Already much has been done in our schools for meeting the needs of the individual child and for directing his choices. The newer education will, we believe, go beyond anything we have attempted to do in this particular field. More attention will undoubtedly be given to economic and political questions which are a part of everyone's ex- perience. The subject matter for instruction will contain material bearing more directly upon real life situations. As never before the goal of all education must be char- acter. Society has too long considered education in terms of making a living. Vocations have too often been regarded solely in terms of financial income. We believe that the fu- ture demands that we all be concerned with the moral issues of making a Iife. Therefore, the objectives of education must be enlarged and adapted to the modern world condition. Greater res- ponsibilities will be placed upon the public schools than ever before; and it is obvious that there will be need of greater cooperation and understanding of all persons affected. There will undoubtedly be frequent need of change in school sub- jects and toward such change there should be an intelligent and sympathetic attitude. "Nothing is good or bad because it is new or old; every- thing must be proved by its probable contribution to a higher, happier life." There will be needed a closer cooperation of all agencies working for a better social and economic future. Parents should think of children in mass in the same terms as they think of their own children. 398 TOWN OF LEXINGTON In closing this report, I am deeply grateful for the hearty cooperation of the Committee and all employees of the School Department. January 10, 1934. Respectfully submitted, THOMAS S. GRINDLE Superintendent of Schools SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 399 EXTRACTS FROM THE REPORTS OF THE SCHOOL PHYSICIANS AND THE SCHOOL NURSE SCHOOL PHYSICIANS "We, the school physicians of Lexington, have the fol- lowing report to submit for the year 1933: We have made the usual routine physical examination of all school children; examined all candidates for school athletic teams before they were allowed to take part in athletic contests ; inspected all school buildings as to their sanitary condition; and given first aid to any who have been injured or taken ill while attending school. The following data speaks for itself : Number of physical examinations made by school physicians assisted by nurse...„.._._2,358 Number of children found with defects765 Nose and Throat Number having abnormal tonsils and adenoids ..... ......, _._., „. _.W...._„......_W. 207 Number having cervical glands ..._ 671 Heart Number having heart defect........._...._...„,„ 77 Lungs Number found with lung defect...__...._. 6 Skin Number found with skin defects. ..... 26 Nutrition Number of nutrition defects._.._...._.. _..._._.. 13 Eyes and Ears Number with defective vision.„.._..._......„„32 Number with defective hearing .........._ 30 Teeth *Number with carious teeth in High_. do Junior High.._......_., ...... „......_ _,......_..__237 Vaccination Number of pupils that have not been_ vaccinated .............._...._...._..._....... 15 *The examination of teeth in the elementary schools is done by the Dental Hygienist. The hearing test is done with the use of the audio- meter and conducted by the school nurse. 400 TOWN OF LEXINGTON We have also immunized against diphtheria all children presenting themselves and have Schick Tested those immu- nized last year to be sure that they were successfully immu- nized as per the following figures: Schick Test, June 1933 Number given ----- Number w . .. Number of pre-schools Number found negative Number found positive _____. --- Number of pseudo ...............,. _ , ....,.._._.r 179 17 162 2 15 Report of Immunization, November 1933 Number immunized -------. 185 Number of pre-school ................,....w._._.,.._ W,.__.. 84 This important work was sponsored and paid for by the Board of Health. There are still 15 students in our pub- lic schools not yet immunized against smallpox by vaccina- tion as is required by law. We wish to voice our appreciation of the cooperation we have received from the school teachers and of the untir- ing efforts of the school nurse in our endeavor to keep the children in our schools in as good physical condition as pos- sible.” SCHOOL NURSE "1 herewith present my ninth annual report on school nursing for 1933. The school of today takes pride in turning out the best product of which it is capable. To this end it must know the material with which it has to work. One of the chief sources of information is the health examination. These examinations are made each fall by the school doctors, assisted by the school nurse. Notice of all defects is sent home, followed by a home visit made by the nurse. With the financial help of the different organizations of the Town, we have been able to have many defects cor- rected. Last year 190 children were found to have defective tonsils, and during the past year 167 children have had their tonsils removed. SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 401 An eye clinic was held at the Adams School and 15 children attended. In the elementary schools 24 children had their eyes corrected during the year. The Schick Test was given in June and 179 were tested. We found 177 were negative and 2 positive. These children had been immunized. In November the toxin -anti -toxin to prevent diphtheria was given to 185 children. This was given each Tuesday morning for five successive weeks until each child had received three doses. Children entering school for the first time should have a physical examination and all defects corrected. This gives the child a chance for good attendance which helps him to make the grade each year. Parents are beginning to realize this, and 73% of our children were given a physical exam- ination before they entered. There were 68 found with de- fects, and 41 had alI defects corrected when they entered in September. During our last school year we were very free from communicable diseases. We had an occasional case here and there, but no epidemic. This fall term we have had many cases of chickenpox, mumps and whooping cough. The schools have set up various activities for the con- trol of contagion, but disease will persist. Every teacher, as well as the nurse, has a responsibility toward isolating from her group any child that may be a source of danger to others. It is also the responsibility of the parents to see that their child is in good condition so he will not be a source of danger to others, before sending him to school. With the use of the audiometer, we are able to discover incipient cases of impared hearing before they might other- wise be apparent. Last year 30 cases were found and notices sent to parents. The State Tubercular Clinic was held at the Munroe School in December. Six children attended. These children had been previously X -Rayed in Arlington during Novem- ber. Many of our children have been discharged from this group. One child is at North Reading under treatment. A great deal of attention has been focused upon the teeth of our school children. An examination of all children 402 TOWN OF LEXINGTON in the elementary schools is made by our Dental Hygienist. Those needing work are followed up by the nurse and teach- er, and appointments made if a clinic child. Plenty of free milk has been given in the schools this year. We find that with our under -nourished children extra milk during the day adds to their school efficiency. Child Health Day was carried out in the usual way. Each school had its own program of health play or pageant. Tags were given. The following are the results: Physically fit ...._.._.._. .... .. . »». ..__.. 397 Teeth .....�.... __....__ „_. _._.._ 1062 Improvement ..._.._._.....„. .... 476 We had one 100% school for perfect teeth and seven- teen 100% rooms. With the cooperation of parents, teachers and princi- pals, we should be able to do better health work each year. Number of children inspected at schooL....._ 7684 Number of children given first aid ...._ 234 Number of children excluded from school 148 Number of home visits .....„ , ,... _._...._._._.„, 687 Number of children inspected at home. » 92 Number of children taken to c]inics..........._._18 SCHOOL DEPARTMENT TEACHERS' RESIGNATIONS AND APPOINTMENTS -1933 RESIGNATIONS Name David Hartwell Margaret S. Holmes Elsa W. Regestein Helen A. McDufee Grace R. Rowe Barbara Bevin Special Doris Flint Special Ruth C. Childs Adams Edna Harding Adams Gertrude A. Greene Hancock M. Adelaide MacDonald Hancock Neva G. Mitchell Hancock A. Florence Ricker Munroe Martha H. Leino Parker *deceased School Senior High Senior High Senior High Junior High Senior—Junior High James L. Heggie Walter F. Fogg Kenneth Moyle Hazel R. Luce Helen F. Libby Phyllis M. Clarke Irja Waris Verda Dunn Helen Foye Joan Munger Gertrude Keyes Helen H. Nelson Katherine Hodgdon APPOINTMENTS Senior High Senior High Senior High Junior High Senior -Junior High Special Adams Adams Franklin Hancock Hancock Munroe Parker Date June 23, 1933 July, 1933 *February, 1933 'November, 1933 June 23, 1933 June 23, 1933 December 21, 1933 June 23, 1933. July, 1933 December 21, 1933 August, 1933 June 23, 1933 June 23, 1933 June 23, 1933 403 • September 11, 1933 September 11, 1933 September 11, 1933 December 21, 1933 September 11, 1933 December 21, 1933 September 11, 1933 September 11, 1933 September 11, 1933 September 11, 1933 December 21, 1933 September 11, 1933 October 1, 1933 PRIZES -1933 SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Robert P. Clapp Oral Essay Prize... Robert P. Clapp Written Essay .. George O. Smith Essay Prize . Hallie C. Blake Prizes...„.... _ ... Tie between Richard C. Fernald Emanuel Labes Helen Roeque Paul W. Stevens Tie between Thomas J. Kieley Lois Proctor Ilah Melanson Charles M. Callahan Louise Denison Nathan Dane 404 TOWN OF LEXINGTON French Scholarship Medals 3rd, Washington and Franklin Medal..... American Legion Athletic Medals._ EIsa W. Regestein Awards„. Tie for lst between Ilah A. Melanson Mary E. Redman Nathan Dane Nathan Dane Norma Lovejoy William E. Muiliken, Jr. Francis Napoli John A. Julin Nathan Dane Nora C. Corcoran FRENCH SCHOLARSHIP MEDALS Junior High School ..„._..._ Adams Franklin School......_._._..__,„,., Hancock School.._....._.._... „ Munroe School Parker School.. ...„ ...._. _ ..._.. 1. Priscilla Grindle 2. Edna Oldford 3. Betty Boss 1. Edna Ross 2. Norman Hayes 3. Charlotte Levine 1, Dorothy Beers 2. Edith Arvidson 3. Ruth Plummer 1. Jean L. Ferguson 2. Virginia Chace 3. Lawrence S. Whipple 1. Nancy Wilson 2. Elizabeth Vaughan 3. Jean Walsh 1. Robert A. Nelson 2. Shirley Russell 3. Evelyn P. Hooper PUTNAM PRIZE Hancock School ._.....,....._....„_...._____...,„. Jean L. Ferguson SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL ENROLLMENT BY COURSES October, 1933 Hu/anus College General Boys Gil -le Total Bore Girls Total Boy, Girls Total Total Sophomore 52 93 50 25 85 Junior „,..,_,.„„,,.,,„„...18 28 46 65 51 116 Senior -----__19 17 36 47 38 85 Post Grad _____ 5 2 7 8 4 12 24 19 13 2 8 32 17 36 12 25 1 3 210 198 146 22 Total w. ».... 83 99 182 170 128 298 58 38 96 576 DISTRIBUTION OF SENIOR IJIGH SCHOOL PUPILS BY SUBJECTS Number of Pupils No. of Grade Grade Grade Post 7. I Classes X XI XII Grad. Sub i ecte English ..._-___.._ ..._.,„„.,.._.. 20 Languages: French.....„.............._w__.._._...., 10 Latin w „....„... 4 14 210 94 44 200 146 107 59 24 8 9 4 1 565 264 77 SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 405 Social Studies: American History _ 5 World History 5 American Problems & Law 2 Commerce & Industry -.... 4 16 147 2 149 162 4 166 63 2 65 129 1 130 Mathematics: Plane Geometry - 3 87 3 90 Algebra I 1 22 4 26 Algebra II __....-- 2 49 3 52 Review Geometry _.. 1 26 1 27 Solid & Trigonometry...,„. 1 11 3 14 — 8 Sciences: College Physics - Lab. 2 28 3 81 Practical Physics .... 2 73 73 College Chemistry - Lab 2 44 6 50 General Chemistry 2 60 60 Biology 5 152 2 164 13 Commercial Subjects: Stenography 2 23 10 1 34 Typewriting 5 74 82 15 4 125 Bookkeeping 1 13 13 Clerical Training 3 68 31 6 104 Business Organization — 3 88 4 92 - 14 Non-academic Subjects: Home Economics .»............ 4 8 17 12 1 38 Manual Arts 2 24 19 13 2 58 Freehand Drawing 2 3 9 8 1 21 Mechanical Drawing — 1 2 2 Orchestra 3/week ---- 1 6 4 5 1 16 10 Gym. 2/week 12 205 192 142 539 Total number---- 107 ENROLLMENT IN LEXINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS October, 1933 School Boys Cirla Total Senior High School ...-_______-31i 265 676 Junior High School ____„--299 282 581 Adams School 186 174 360 Franklin School „.,,,.._.......128 116 244 Hancock School 112 126 288 Munroe School _...-._-....__..._.,„„_..,..,.,.„117 122 239 Parker School _. 143 122 266 Totals...._..,.___... 1296 1207 2503 406 TOWN OF LEXINGTON VOCATIONAL SCHOOL ENROLLMENT — 11210.L cA a7 01 1-i I C+ Somerville Vocational .1 I w I r, SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 407 MEMBERSHIP ATTENDANCE (Extract from School Returns to the State Department of Education School Year Ending June 30, 1933) Pupils Enrolled Elem. Jr. High Sr. High Total Boys .»._ _ _._....__......__.....„ . 689 293 289 1,271 Girls 675 258 267 1,200 g▪ la 00,1 i N o a N ge oe ode'cnoco Total .........„.„ ......_..._._._...._... 1,364 5- 51 556 2,471 oma CO 011 0 .14 Non -Resident Pupils (including State and City Wards) who attended the schools for not less than half the school year 22 37 126 185 k1 ,-ioo Q .-4 - N 0 C; *r N W CH GO Aggregate Attendance _....._W „,„ 216,482 93,299 92,551 402,332 i00ticiio w m 4A ri CP 00 N 00 CP Average Daily Attendance_............ 1,233 516 511 2,260 Average Number of Days the 4 Public Schools were in Ses- i 1 o eq o o en o sion......._....M...._.........._..._„..„.... _.w...,„; 176 181 181 178 7 2 N w w ■r Average Membership ___.._....__. 1,318 546 539 2,403 z3 ~ 408 TOWN OF LEXINGTON m0000.- t- 0 N N 0 0i rl d t- CO e0 CV N re CD Z REPORT OF ATTENDANCE OFFICER Number of home calls Number of truants __....__.„..............._.___....._... . 62 There have been a few more truants this past year due to the fact that many boys who would be working, under ordinary circum- stances, have been kept in school by their parents. December 31, 1933 zd g t- uL GSI CO t- �a �a N000.4C0.-1 ��c+a00u7� • 040-riw- C U *� 0g00 LO 000 CO tF tN w a6 a 0> CD cG feriCO 100 o O m .440 00 cp CP 0 00 SCHOOL DEPARTMENT LEXINGTON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATING CLASS OF 1933 Josephine P. Ahearn Sabina I. Anderson Fiania Andrulli Florence Louise Archibald Alice K. Baker Morris M. Baron Victoria G. Bjorkgren Virginia Elizabeth Black John Francis B1ais, Jr. Niles W. Bond Lillian Alberta Bowen Arthur Valentine Boyce Robert A. Burns, Jr. Elizabeth Maltby Burtch G. Warren Butters Charles M. Callahan Janet Hamilton Cameron Jerome W. Carmichael Loretta Rita Carroll Florence Esther Caswell Joseph A. Cateldo Donald Palmer Chace Ethel Chamberlain Edwin Ambrose Champney Mary Agnes Clark Nora Clara Corcoran Allan Frank Cronin Grace C. Crouch Ruth Barbara Custance Nathan Dane Alfred R. Davis Richard Davis Louise Denison Natalie Roena Dickison Vivian Ella Dickison Helen B. Dolan Mary E. Dolan Raymond A. Dreselly Roy Sumner Drevitson Mary Elizabeth Duffy Melvina Josephine Dunham Worsley Fardy Richard C. Fernald Dorothy A. Fitzgerald Teresa S. Floridia Alice Mathilda Fogelberg Betsey Friend Rosamond Valerie Frost John J. Garrity, Jr. Joseph Genitti Joseph F. Gibbons Raymond A. Gittzus Marjorie Glidden Barbara Glynn Florence Marion Graham Ruth Elizabeth Greer James Clinton Hamilton, Jr. Arthur Everett Hansen John H. Harkins William Harris Cleora Hatch Eleanor L. Hayward Dennis Joseph Healey, Jr. Alice J. Heaney Edwina Mary Higgins John Allen Hinchey Milton F. Hodgdon Sonja T. Huoppi Hubert Martin Hynes John A. Julin Thomas J. Kieley Lawrence Woodruff Kimball Emanuel Labes Robert Lincoln Lambert 409 410 TOWN OF LEXINGTON David Edson Lewis Phyllis Brooks Lombard Norma Chandler Lovejoy Sophie Beatrice Luongo Mary MacKenzie Mary Elizabeth MacPhee Anthony Joseph Maiocchi Donald B. McCammond Kenneth Sweetser McIntire Marion M. McIntire Nancy Farrington McLellan Eleanor Louise McNamara Ilah Alice Melanson Milner D. Melody Mary Mercadante Eleanor Roden Metzler Elizabeth P. Milne George McLean Milne Ann Stina Moller Eugene Moloy Mary I. Moniz Maria Adele Morelli Ann Brownlie Morse William Emery Milliken, Jr. Francis Napoli Alvin H. Neary Carl Nici Harry F. Noyes Mary Isabelle Ormond Caroline R. Packard Orlando Palmeri Marguerite Partridge Grace Elsie Perkins Charles H. Persall George Petrie James Phillips, Jr, Elinor Grace Primmerman H. Howard Pritchard Lois Elizabeth Proctor Mary Elizabeth Redman Gertrude Tremaine Reed Haskell Willard Reed Shirley P. Robbins Mildred Livermore Roberts Helen Rocque Betty Ross Robert Rudd Sonia Samoluk Robert Murray Sanford Evelyn Schiorring Donald H. Scott Diran Sernonian Nellie Senften Frank Serrilla Ellen Sherburne Thomas Bateman Slocum Mary Elizabeth Smith Garfield Norman Snowdon Paul W. Stevens Henry Barton Stone Howland Guild Taft Norman Talcott, Jr. Doris Thompson Lloyd J. Thompson Florence Flint Tibbetts George B. Timothy Ruth Tower Elinor V. Trask Edith Rose Turnbull John Bruce Turner Catherine Lois Walsh William J. Walsh Arthur W. Walton Evelyn May Watson Doris I. Watt Clinton Pendleton Weldon Ellen Wells Gardner L. White Jean Wilkins Dorothy L. Wilson Marjorie Louise Winlock CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE Walter Harold Barrett, Jr. Mary Louise Hinchey John W. Ingram Richard Mealey Raymond W. Mowat Ruth Samson William J. Tobin Edwin A. Wheeler ANNUAL REPORTS INDEX 411 Animal Inspector, Report of m._....—....».„.,......,_„,...„.. w _ „. .._..... 250 Appropriation Committee, Report of 346 Appointed Officers 11 Board of Assessors, Report of ..._ __ _ _ _..____ .....w ,_.._ ..„. . _. „ „ 252 ,> ” Appeals, ,P 255 Building Inspector, ” " 267 Cary Memorial Library Report of Trustees,_..____.__....._..,.....„,....._„,..........„...,»._._,„332 ” ” Librarian 334 rf " Treasurer 340 " " Investment Committee ...„„ ..............„.......,__„„_...„.........„ 342 Cemetery Commissioners, Report of 344 Committees Appointed 15 Dental Clinic, Report of ..._...... ..» ...„ . _ „ „» 258 Director of Accounts, Report of _....._...._.__...._......_._..__._....__._..__ 209 Engineer, Report of ...__.._._...._...._.........._..._...._...._...._...__ _.._.___ 260 Fire Engineers, "• ” 266 Forest Warden, ” ” 269 Health Inspector, " » .„„„..„. . „.....„„ ._. . „... „„. „._. ,.� 270 Health Officer, f.._�..... _ „„....._ __...... w._.. „ ._ 272 In Memoriam 131 Listof Jurors....,„,_.„..„.,„„...„,_,„....„„......_,_,„,.......„._,„...._,.,—.„—._ w 275 Listof Town Officers....».....................................„.....,..........,......,,........„,....,.._..„,._,._3 Milk Inspector, Report of 278 Moth Supt., Report of ....„....—.»„.,»......_..._„......_. — _ __. 279 Park Supt., Report of „.....„. _ _..... _.......... _..._ 281 Planning Board, Report of _ .„ _...» ..... „. „„..w 358 Plumbing Inspector, Report of 291 Police Department, Report of . ..... .._......... _. „... _ _ 292 Posture Clinic Committee, Report of„.„...„w....„»„..,w........„..............„..........„... 295 Public Welfare Department, Report of_._.._...r.__.._..._....___...__. 298 Public Works Supt., Report of 302 Resolutions of Planning Board ._ „ .. .. .„....._.. „ M ... 356 Sealer of Weights and Measures, Report of „.,....„..„.........„...—.....„.. 309 Selectmen, Report of 132 Slaughtering Inspector, Report of .... __._..._. ....__.__.__..___._ 311 Soldiers' Relief Department, Report of „.,„„,..._._ „ ,...._,,.„.... 312 412 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Street Supt., Report of . 813 Tax Collector, Report of 362 Town Accountant, Report of ._.__.___...__............... „. _ _ 140 Receipts ...._........_..„.,.„„._..............„_„_ _ 142 Appropriation Accounts ..„W..„........„. ....,..._.„..„.,„....... „ „. 152 Borrowing Capacity of the Town 160 Movement of Town Debt „...„.. „ „ „ _. 161 Balance Sheet 162 Detailed Accounts ... „ 170 Town Clerk, Report of w....._.. „„ » . „ _ _..„ 113 Births_. _ _...._.___.__..__._...__. _ __. r_.._.... _ .._ W w .„ „ .. _ 115 122 127 Town Counsel, Report of„„,_.._...._._,„,_.__..._._.__._.__.___.._..._._.........„.._ 315 Town Meeting Members 4 Town Physician, Report of 319 Town Records Warrant for Town Meeting, March 6, 1933 ..„...»..._..„„—_.„,. 17 Annual Town Election, March 6, 1933 _._ _ ._„. „.....„. 25 Adjourned Town Meeting, March 20, 1933 _..._...______......_... 32 Warrant for Town Meeting, April 3, 1933 _.„....___,_,_._ ,_....._._. 43 Adjourned & Special Town Meeting, April 3, 1933 ........,...,„M..„. 46 Warrant for Town Meeting, June 13, 1933 _.__.___..___..__...._._. 57 Special State Election, June 13, 1933 .„.„..,..„.,,_.„.„.—.„..„.m,.......„.,.., 59 Warrant for Town Meeting, June 19, 1933 ...,,...„».—._»..—,„....„. fi4 Special Meeting of Town Meeting Members of Precinct Two, June 19, 1933 69 Special Town Meeting, June 19, 1933 .„„ .. _„ „ ..___ 71 Warrant for Town Meeting, August 14, 1933 .......,..„.„.„.............. 80 Special Town Meeting, August 14, 1933 ....„.................„............_„._... 84 Amendment to By -Laws, Adopted at Town Meeting, March 20, 1933 „.„ _._ ...__.._...._... _ _...._....___.... ____ _.___ 90 Amendment to By -Laws, Adopted at Town Meeting, June 19, 1933 91 Warrant for Town Meeting, October 16, 1933 ..m..,.—,,,_,.m..., 92 Special Town Meeting, October 16, 1933 95 Warrant for Town Meeting, December 1, 1933 103 Special Town Meeting, December 1, 1933 --------- 106 Warrant. for Vote on Liquor Licenses „.„„.„.„..»„.„. 108 Special Town Election, December 22, 1933 110 Town Treasurer, Report of„.„...........„.w...........—___—___,_.„.,364 Trustees of the Bridge Charitable Fund, 1933, Report of ..._ ,,„„ 365 Trustees of the Public Trust, Report of ._.___..._...__.„„,„„.,„......»..._367 Water & Sewer Dept. Supt., Report of ._ _ __._._.. „ . „„ .,„,„ 321 Wire Inspector, Report of 331 ANNUAL REPORTS 413 SCHOOL DEPARTMENT Aims and Services of Education ._...._..__ 389 Attendance Officer, Report of._.._...._..._........__........._........._._...._...._.__._._...._.._407 Caretakers of Buildings & Grounds _......_..._._ _..._ 386 Distribution of Senior High School Pupils by Subjects .._..._._._.__... 404 Education in a Changing Society ........... __.._....... _._.......... _...._..._.....____ .......... _.. 396 Enrollment in Lexington Public Schools ..... _..... _..._...... ..... ........ _....__.._._.._. 405 Extracts from the Report of the School Physician and the School Nurse 399 Financial Statement 380 Lexington Parent-Teacher Association . _..._._......_.._. _. 383 Membership Attendance ._.__.._....._.. _.._. 407 Roster of Teachers .. 384 School Committee, Report of _.._ __..,. 377 School Committee Organization ...__......_.._...._...._......... ._ 382 School Savings ..... _........ __. 408 Senior High School Enrollment by Courses .._..._.._ ............._...._._..._.__.._404 Senior High School Graduating Class ....._..._....._..__.._..__...._......._...._...._... 409 Statement by School Committee .._._ 348 Superintendent of Schools, Report of . 387 Teachers Resignations and Appointments 403 Vocational School Enrollment 406