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Home My WebLink About1936-Annual ReportANNUAL REPORTS OF THE TOWN OFFICERS OF Lexington, Massachusetts Year, 1936 TOWN OF LEXINGTON List of Town Officers March, 1936 to March, 1937. SELECTMEN Charles E. Ferguson, '38, Chairman William G. Potter, '38 Albert A. Ross, '39 Philip M. Clark, '39 Archibald R. Giroux, '37 Town Clerk Town Treasurer Collector of Taxes School Committee Cemetery Commissioners Trustees of Public Trusts Moderator Constables Planning Board Field Drivers James J. Carroll James J. Carroll William S. Scamman Randall B. Houghton, '38 Frederic L. Fischer, '37 Annie F. Putney, '39 Edward Wood, '38 John E. A. Mulliken, '37 George H. Gibson, '39 Howard S. 0. Nichols, '40 Waldo F. Glidden, '38 John F. Turner, '42 Robert 11. Holt Patrick J. Maguire John C. Russell Neil H. Borden, '39 Edward W. Kimball, '39 Clements H. Ferguson, '38 John A. Sellars, '38 Lester F. Ellis, '37 Donald Nickerson, '37 Edward C. Maguire John C. Russell 4 Name TOWN OF LEXINGTON TOWN MEETING MEMBERS B Ramon C. Baker Nell H. Borden Edward F. Buttrick Donald B. Cameron Rudolph F. Carlson Lyon Carter Francis Chamberlain Malcolm H. Clifford Frank A. Cook, Jr. Ernest Cutter D Joseph L. Dahlstrom Horace G. Dearborn J. Henry Duffy Kenneth H. Dunham • F Leigh V. Farnham Arthur B. Field Fred B. Fletcher George E. Foster G Roland E. Garmon H Bartlett J. Harrington Mary D. Hatch Lewis L. Hoyt George M. Hynes PRECINCT ONE Address 837 Mass. Avenue 56 Watertown Street 996 Mass. Avenue 42 Carville Avenue 30 Baker Avenue 39 Marrett Road 22 Summit Road 54 Chase Avenue 138 Lowell Street 127 Follen Road 32 Chase Avenue 8 Locust Avenue 25 Maple Street 46 Fern Street Term Expires 958 Mass. Avenue 20 Chase Avenue 18 Independence Avenue 10 Plainfield Street 737 Mass; Avenue 11 Curve Street 33 Watertown Street 30 Locust Avenue 28 Locust Avenue 1937 1937 1939 1937 1938 1939 1939 1937 1938 1938 1937 1939 1938 1939 1938 1937 1938 1938 1938 1939 1937 1939 1937 I James Irwin K David Kidd L Dorothy Lindsay Steele Lindsay Walter Longbottom M William E. McCarron Charles B. Meek Eugene L. Morgan Lyle J. Morse N George W. Nary Harold B. Needham P Maurice A. Page • James A. Peirce R Haskell Reed Louis J. Reynolds James G. Robertson Albert G. Ross Robert L. Ryder S Charles H. Schofield Clesson C. Schofield Patrick Shanahan T Joseph Trani Edward L. Tyler Harold L. Tyler W John A. Wilson Walter H. Wilson George E. Wyman W. Stanley Wilson ANNUAL REPORTS 15 Hibbert Street 7 Butler Avenue 23 Robbins Road 23 Robbins Road 16 Independence Road 840 Mass. Avenue 142 Marrett Road 20 Robbins Road 26 Locust Avenue 82 Oak Street 40 Fern Street 5 1938 1939 1937 1938 1938 1937 1939 1937 1937 1938 1939 15 Independence Avenue 1937 64 Marrett Road 1937 71 Lowell Street 6 Plainfield Street 8 Plainfield Street 5 Locust Avenue 84 Maple Street 5 Maple Street 7 Pleasant Street 52 Pleasant Street 1037 Mass. Avenue 31 Maple Street 29 Maple Street 62 Fern Street 5 Pleasant Street 39 Locust Avenue 5 Pleasant Street 1937 1937 193g 1938 1938 1938 1938 1939 1939 1938 1939 1937 1939 1939 1939 6 TOWN OF LEXINGTON TOWN MEETING MEMBERS AT LARGE C Joseph R. Cotton Name A Alan G. Adams Harold C. Ashley Arthur A. Atkinson B Walter C. Ballard George S. Barton Charles S. Beaudry Walter G. Black Harry C. Boyd De Witt C. Brewster George W. Butters C William E. Chamberlain D Ida M. Dean John H. Devine Harold C. Denham Arthur C. Dodge William F. Downe E Arthur H. Earle Lester F. Ellis Robert H. Eldridge F Clements H. Ferguson Robert W. Fernald G William R. Greeley George H. B. Green Arthur L. Graves 123 Marrett Road PRECINCT TWO Address 22 Eliot Road 39 Highland Avenue 20 Hill Top Avenue 8 Raymond Street 15 Bloomfield Street 5 Raymond Street 11 Highland Avenue 21 Muzzey Street 5 Winthrop Road 40 Highland Avenue 1.4 Eliot Road 4 Eliot Road 19 Slocum Road 8 Jackson Court 52 Percy Road 286 Marrett Road 58 Forest Street 188 Waltham Street 495 Waltham Street 1937 Term Expires 1937 1937 1938 1939 1937 1937 1937 1937 1938 1938 1937 1937 1939 1938 1939 1939 1937 1937 1939 30 Vine Brook Road 1939 4 Washington Street 1938 1948 Mass. Avenue 1377 Mass. Avenue 76 Bloomfield Street 1939 1938 1938 H Stephen F. Hamblin Arthur W. Hatch Basil F. Hawkins Lillian C. Holt Arthur F. Hutchinson Edwin W, Hutchinson K Edward W. Kimball Marian A. Kimball L Harold B. Lamont Ernest A. Lindstrom Roger D. Long Harold F. Lombard M Lawrence G. Mitchell N Dana Thurber Norris P Ashley W. Partridge Robert T. Person Clifford W. Pierce Elwyn G. Preston R Randall W. Richards S John A. Sellars Julius Seltzer Edward W. Sibley Clyde E. Steeves W James J. Walsh, 2nd Paul Whipple Edwin B. Worthen Y Louis E. Yeager ANNUAL REPORTS 45 Parker Street 45 Forest Street 27 Slocum Road 11 Bennington Road 169 Blossom Street 135 Blossom Street 1359 Mass, Avenue 1359 Mass. Avenue 20 Winthrop Road 63 Farmcrest Avenue 44 Percy Road 24 Vine Brook Road 11 Parker Street 7 Winthrop Road 274 Marrett Road 42 Percy Road 1 Eustis Street 4 Bennington Road 7 1938 1938 1937 1937 1938 1938 1938 1938 1939 1938 1937 1939 1938 1938 1939 1939 1939 1939 67 Farmcrest Avenue 1939 430 Concord Avenue 9 Belfry Terrace 18 Eliot Road 24 Hill Top Avenue 1433 Mass. Avenue 15 Belfry Terrace 5 Winthrop Road 31 Slocum Road TOWN MEETING MEMBERS AT LARGE C James J. Carroll 17 Muzzey Street 1937 1937 1938 1939 1937 1937 1939 1939 1937 8 TOWN OF LEXINGTON F Charles E. Ferguson H Robert H. Holt P William G. Potter Albert A. Ross W Edward Wood Sydney R. Wrightington Name A Alfred A. Adler B Nathan B. Bidwell Louis W. Bills Charles M. Blake Lulu M. Blake Ronald D. Brown Albert H. Burnham Laurence H. Burnham William I. Burnham Eugene T. Buckley C Frank P. Cutter D Bessie G. Davis E Everett S. Emery Leland H. Emery Albert W. Emmons F Roy A. Ferguson George R. Fuller G C. Edward Glynn Charles 0. Goodwin H Norman C. Hooper Clarence R. Hopkins 16 Highland Avenue 11 Bennington Road Walnut Street 200 Waltham St. Forest Street 7 Bennington Road PRECINCT THREE Address 21 Berwick Road 1938 1937 1938 1939 1937 1937 Term Expires 1937 25 Adams Street 1939 73 Hancock Street 1939 59 York Street 1939 50 Meriam Street 1939 27 Edgewood Road 1937 East Street 1937 44 Somerset Road 1939 East Street 1939 22 Grant Street 1938 83 No. Hancock Street 1939 36 Woodland Road 3 Stetson Street 85 Meriam Street 7 Dexter Road 1937 1939 1938 1938 19 Bertwell Road 1939 80 No. Hancock Street 1938 56 Hancock Street 12 Coolidge Avenue 35 Bertwell Road 15 Meriam Street 1939 1938 1937 1938 J Frank P. Jones Merle B. Judkins K Eugene G. Kraetzer L James H. •Lewis Errol H. Locke Francis E. Lombard M Clifford M. Martin Richard W. Maynard Robert D. Mayo Neil McIntosh Robert C. Merriam Clayton M. Morse Howard M. Munroe Ernest 0. Nichols R Lester T. Redman Richard E. Rowse Allan W. Rucker S Walter E. Sands George B. Sargent Clarence Shannon William H. Shurtleff George E. Smith Frederick J. Spencer Rupert H. Stevens Matthew Stevenson Robert M. Stone Robert S. Sturtevant T Edward W. Taylor w Robert Whitney Harvey F. Winlock ANNUAL REPORTS 8 Hancock Avenue 6 Colony Road 46 Hancock Street 23 Meriam Street 3 Abbott Road 27 No. Hancock Street 6 Hillside Terrace 77 Meriam Street 6 Oakrnount Circle 24 Meriam Street 4 Oakmount Circle 29 Sherman Street 344 Lowell Street 31 Hayes Avenue 10 Hayes Avenue 24 Adams Street 34 Hayes Avenue 103 Meriam Street 50 Hancock Street 18 Edgewood Road 41 Somerset Road 34 Grant Street 529 Lowell Street 86 Meriam Street 21 Oakland Street 32 Hayes Avenue 11 Hancock Street 9 1938 1937 1937 1937 1939 1938 1938 1937 1937 1937 1939 1937 1938 1939 1937 1938 1938 1938 1937 1937 1937 1939 1938 1938 1938 1939 1937 49 No. Hancock Street 1939 10 Round Hill Road 61 Meriam Street 1939 1938 10 TOWN OF LEXINGTON TOWN MEETING MEMBERS AT LARGE C Philip M. Clark H Randall B. Houghton R A. Edward Rowse Name A Lester Andrews Earl S. Archibald B William H. Ballard Walter S. Beatty Robert C. Boleyn Walter C. Boone Winthrop H. Bowker Effie B. Briggs Frederick S. Britton Francis E. Burke Marion A. Burke C Winfield S. Caouette Edward L. Child Charles T. Cogswell James V. Cosgrove William L. Cosgrove Howard E. Custance Theodore A. Custance W. Warren Custance D H. Raymond Durling F Robert J. Fawcett Frederic L. Fischer George M. Fuller 41 Hancock St. 16 Oakland Street 38 Somerset Road PRECINCT FOUR Address 1 Hill Street 19 Downing Road 7 Hastings Road 183 Waltham Street 57 Shade Street 112 Bedford Street 2184 Mass. Avenue 75 Outlook Drive 8 Bedford Street 88 Bedford Street 88 Bedford Street 4 Wachusett Circle 41 Lincoln Street 35 Prospect Hill Road 30 Grove Street 30 Grove Street 2 Tewksbury Street 100 Bedford Street 100 Bedford Street 21 Outlook Drive 511 Marrett Road 2 Stratham Road 2210 Mass. Avenue 1939 1938 1937 Term Expires 1939 1938 1939 1937 1939 1939 1939 1939 1939 1939 1938 1938 1938 1938 1938 1937 1937 1937 1939 1938 1939 1939 1937 ANNUAL REPORTS H Frank P. Herrick Converse Hill Willard C. Hill John T. Hinchey Norton T. Hood Elmer C. Houdlette J Frederick 13. James Leonard Jellis Frederic K. Johnson L John Lamont Jasper A. Lane William McDevitt Richard A. Mellen Everett E. Morrill William E. Mulliken N Donald E. Nickerson O Alexander Ohlson P Eugene H. Partridge R Vernon T. Robinson Walter J. Rose Charles H. Rudd S George W. Sarano Gordon B. Seavey Harold W. Smith A, Randal Soderberg James E. Spellman w Raymond L. White Helen C. Whittemore TOWN MEETING G Archibald R. Giroux 173 Waltham Street 2101 Mass. Avenue 2160 Mass. Avenue 85 Hinchey Road 41 Reed Street 5 Sunny Knoll Avenue 40 Reed Street 70 Ward Street 9 Audubon Road 83 Cary Avenue 177 Waltham Burlington Street 24 Vaille Avenue 53 Harding Road 225 Waltham Street 2198 Mass. Avenue 134 Bedford Street 12 Shirley Street 3 Audubon Road 6 Tewksbury Street 5 Hastings Road 315 Lincoln Street 9 Audubon Road 148 Bedford Street 51 Dexter Road 24 Shirley Street 12 Middle Street 2209 Mass. Avenue MEMBERS AT LARGE 13 Stratham Read 11 1939 1939 1939 1937 1938 1937 1939 1937 1937 1038 1933 1938 1937 1937 1939 1937 1937 1937 1938 1937 1938 1938 1937 1933 1938 1937 1937 1938 1937 12 TOWN OF LEXINGTON APPOINTED OFFICERS Animal Inspector Assessors Assistant Assessors Board of Appeals (Acting under Building and Zoning Law) Board of Appeals (Associate Members) Dr. Chester L. Blakely * Elliot T. Sturgis, Jr., '37 *Resigned -Vacancy filled by ap- pointment of William A. Cann, '39 Clyde E. Steeves, '38 William K. Burnham, '38 M. Bowman Judkins, '39 William H. Shanahan, '39 Bridge Charitable Fund Trustees Building Inspector Burial Agents Frederick J. Spencer James A. Guthrie Jessie E. Condinho C. Paul McEnroe Milford O. Woodward George F. Smith Frederick 13. Hunneman Robert McDonnell Charles C. Folkins Arthur N. Maddison, Chairman, '39 Edward W. Kimball, '40 C. Edward Glynn, '38 Charles E. Ferguson, '37 Howard W. Robbins, '41 John A. Lyons Clyde E. Steeves Howard S. O. Nichols, '37 Waldo F. Glidden, '38 John F. Turner, '39 Fred W. Longbottom Arthur A. Marshall James F. McCarthy Cary Memorial Library, Librarian Miss Marian P. Kirkland ANNUAL REPORTS Cary Memorial Library, Assistants Miss Helen E. Muzzey Miss Dorothy B. Wentworth Miss Katherine Buck Miss Claire Ball Miss Emma O. Nichols (East Lexington Branch) Cary Memorial Library, Janitor Horace M. Howard Cary Memorial Library, Treasurer Frederic L. Fischer Clerk, Selectmen Constables Dental Clinic Committee Fence Viewers Fire Engineers Forest Warden Gammel Legacy Income, Trustees (Acting with Dept. of Public Welfare) Health Inspector Health Officer Lockup Keeper Measurer of Grain Measurers of Wood, Bark, and Manure Milk Inspector Moth Dept., Superintendent Odorless Cart, Charge of Old Age Assistance Bureau Eleanor M. Lowe Charles E. Moloy Roland Garmon Mrs. William G. Potter Mrs. Frederick B. James Thomas S. Grindle Frank P. Cutter Bartlett J. Harrington Edward W. Taylor Norman C. Hooper :Edward F. Buttrick Edward W. Taylor Mrs. Kenneth P. Blake Lawrence G. Mitchell Matthew Stevenson Dr. Harold J. Crumb James J. Sullivan Albert Bieren John E. Kelley Harold L Wellington Matthew Stevenson John J. Garrity Peter Canessa William G. Potter Philip M. Clark Albert A. Ross 18 14 Police Officers TOWN OF LEXINGTON Park Superintendent Plumbing Inspector Posture Clinic Committee Public Welfare Agent I'ublic Works, Superintendent Registrars of Voters Sealer of Weights James J. Sullivan, 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 John M. Barry George E. Smith Francis T. Neal, Jr. Benjamin W. Day John A. Russell George C. Barry John J. Garrity Andrew T. Bain Mrs. Edith M. Kelley Mrs. William G. Potter Mrs. Robert P. Trask Miss Margaret W. Kettell Miss Margaret B. Noyes Lawrence G. Mitchell John W. Raymond, Jr. George H. Lowe, '37, Chairman Leon H. Truesdell, '3S Malcolm H. Clifford, '39 James J. Carroll, Clerk & Measures Charles E. Hadley Slaughter Inspector Stone Building, Janitor Superintendent of Streets Superintendent of Streets, !asst. Supt. of Streets, Consulting Supt. of Water and Sewer Dept. (Acting) Matthew Stevenson Roland E. Garmon William C. Paxton, Jr. John F. O'Connor Robert H. White Joseph A. Koss ANNUAL REPORTS Town Accountant James H. Russell Town Counsel Sydney R. Wrightington Town Engineer John T. Cosgrove Town Hall Janitor Charles E. Moloy Town Hall Janitor, Assistant John A. Murray Town Physician Dr. C. Reginald Hardcastle Weighers (Public) William E. A. Mulliken John E. A. Mulliken Jacob Bierenbroodspot Harold I. Wellington William Bieren Peter Stevens John E. Kelley Lillian McClure Leo Dumas Paul M. Wagner Wire Inspector Louis W. Bills 15 16 TOWN OF LEXINGTON COMMITTEES APPOINTED AT VARIOUS TOWN MEETINGS APPROPRIATION COMMITTEE Term Expires 1937 A. Edward Rowse, Jr. Louis E. Yeager Term Expires 1938 George M. Hynes Allen W. Rucker Term Expires 1939 Alphonso B. West Winthrop H. Bowker Raymond L. White A. Randall Soderberg Edward W. Sibley PERMANENT 14IEMORIAL FOR VETERANS Appointed December 8, 1927 Willard D. Brown Minnie S. Seaver James H. Russell COMMITTEE ON LECTURES UNDER WILL OF ELIZA CARY FARNHAM ANI) SUSANNA E. CARY Appointed October 26, 1936 Robert H. Holt Mrs. Hugh D. McLellan Philip M. Clark VINE BROOK DRAINAGE COMMITTEE William H. Ballard Edwin B. Worthen Appointed October 26, 1936 J. Henry Duffy Roy H. Ferguson Robert H. Eldridge ANNUAL REPORTS COMMITTEE ON ARBORETUM Appointed October 15, 1930 Stephen F. Hamblin Sheldon A. Robinson Miss Mabel P. Cook Dr. Fred S. Piper 17 Edward B. Ballard Mrs. Richard B. Engstrom Mrs. William D. Milne Mrs. Hollis Webster BUILDING 13Y -LAW COMMITTEE Appointed December 16, 1929 Nathan B. Bidwell Charles E. Ferguson Edmund A. Webb Perley C. Tibbetts Fred W. Longbottom 18 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 Lexington, qualified to vote in elections and in town affairs, to meet in their respective voting places in said town, Precinct One, Adams School ; Precinct Two, Three and Four, Cary Memorial Hall, on MONDAY, the SECOND DAY of MARCH, A.D. 1936 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 Member of the School Committee for the term of three years; Two Constables for the term of one year; One Moderator for the term of one year ; One Member of the Planning Board for the term of one year; One Member of the Planning Board for the term of two years; Two Members of the Planning Board for the term of three years; One Member of the Trustees of Public Trusts for the term of six years; REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 19 Seventeen Town Meeting Members in each Precinct for the term of three years; One Town Meeting Member in Precinct Three for the term of one year; One Town Meeting Member in Precinct Three for the term of two years; Three Town Meeting Members in Precinct Four for the term of one year; 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 six- teenth clay of March, 1936 at 8 :00 P.M., at which time and place the following articles are to be acted upon and de- termined exclusively by the Town Meeting Members, in accordance with Chapter 215 of the Acts of 1929 and sub- ject to the referendum provided for by section eight of said chapter. Article 2. To receive the reports of any Board of Town Officers or of any Committee of the Town and to appoint other Committees. Article 3. To choose such Town Officers as are re- quired by law and are usually chosen by nomination. Article 4. To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Town Treasurer, with the approval of the Selectmen, to borrow money from time to time in anticipation of the revenue of the financial year beginning January 1, 1937, and to issue a note or notes therefor, payable within one year and to renew any note or notes as may be given for a period of less than one year in accordance with Section 17, Chapter 44, General Laws. Article 5. To see if the Town will vote to appropriate money for the installation and maintenance of traffic signals at Meriam Street and Massachusetts Avenue. Article 6. To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Town Treasurer, with the approval of the Selectmen, to refund any or all of the revenue notes issued in anticipa- tion of the revenue of the year 1936, in accordance with the provisions of Section 17, Chapter 44, General Laws; any debt so incurred to be paid from the revenue of the year 1936. 20 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Article 7. To see if the Town will make the usual appropriations for Town expenses for the ensuing year, or act in any manner relating thereto. Article 8. To see if the Town will make an appropri- ation for the suppression of Gypsy and Brown Tail moths, and other pests, in accordance with Chapter 132, General Laws, or act in any manner relating thereto. Article 9. To see if the Town will vote to appropriate a sum of money for the Reserve Fund as provided by Chap- ter 40, Section 6, General Laws, or take any action relating thereto. Article 10. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate funds for the payment of pensions toretired members of the Police and Fire Departments, under Chapter 32, General Laws, or act in any manner relating thereto. Article 11. To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Selectmen to petition the Director of Accounts of the State for an audit for the year 1936. Article 12. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate money for the support of a Posture Clinic, to be expend- ed under the direction of the Board of Health or by a Committee appointed by said Board. Article 13. To see if the Town wilI vote to appropri- ate a sum sufficient to pay the County of Middlesex, as required by law, the Town's share of the net cost of the care, maintenance, and repair of the Middlesex County Tuberculosis Hospital, 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 relating thereto. Article 14. To see if the Town will vote to transfer the sum of $1,386.41 received from the Middlesex County for dog fees to the Cary Memorial Library Account. Article 15. To see if the Town will vote to establish a clinic for the free immunization of dogs against rabies, and appropriate money for said clinic. Article 16. To see if the Town will vote to keep the street lights on all night. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 21 Article 17. To see if the Town will vote to amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law by substituting for Section 10, a new Section 10 reading as follows : Section 10. Existing Uses and Buildings. Any use or building or part of a build- ing which, at the time of the adoption of the original Lex- ington Zoning Zy-Law was and still is being put to a non- conforming use, may continue to be used for the same purpose, and may be repaired or structurally altered ; but no such building, if destroyed to the extent of 90 per cent of its insurable value, shall be rebuilt, nor shall such building be extended or enlarged, nor shall it be used for a different purpose except subject to the provisions of Section 9. Article 18. To see if the Town will vote to amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law by adding to Section 4, R. 1 Districts, Paragraph 6, the following paragraph: "Excava- tion and removal from the premises of any sod, loam, sand, gravel, clay or quarried or crushed stone, except that the provisions of section 9 do not apply when such excavation and removal are incidental to and in connection with the construction of a building for which a permit has been issued in accordance with the building by-law and this by- law, and when such excavation or removal are permitted under paragraph numbered "4" in the paragraphs headed `In R. 1 Districts'." Article 19. To see if the Town will vote, upon petition of Sarah A. Cutler, to amend the Lexington Zoning By - Law and Map by changing from an R. 1 District to a C. 1 District the parcel of land described as follows : On the easterly side of Pleasant Street beginning at a point about 100 feet from the northerly line of the Cam- bridge Turnpike extending northerly one hundred and fifty (150) feet along Pleasant Street and of a depth of one hun- dred (100) feet, the southerly side of the said parcel being Clematis Brook. Article 20. To see if the Town will vote, upon petition of Ernest DeVincent, to amend the Lexington Zoning By - Law and Map by changing from an R. 1 District to a C. 1 District the parcel of land described as follows : Beginning at the junction of the Northwest corner of Pleasant Street and the boundary line of the State Highway known as the Concord -Cambridge Highway and running :- 22 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Northeasterly along said Pleasant Street 105 feet to Clematis Brook, thence turning and running: Northwesterly 160 feet along said brook ; thence turn- ing and running: Westerly on a line parallel to the boundary line of said State Highway 525 feet more or less to land now or forrn- erly of Moody Land Company; thence turning and running: Southwesterly by land of said Moody Land Company 170 feet to the boundary line of said State Highway; thence turning and running: Easterly along the boundary line of said highway 700 feet more or less to the point of beginning. Article 21. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate money for the payment of tuition of pupils attending Vocational School or act in any manner relating thereto. Article 22. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate money for the maintenance of classes for instruction in Americanization or act in any manner relating thereto. Article 23. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate money to pay the necessary expenses of the Superin- tendent of Schools incurred outside the Commonwealth in securing information upon matters in which the Town is interested or which may tend to improve the service in the School Department. Article 24. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate money for the unpaid bills for the year 1935 in the following account: Law Department, $95.25. Article 25. To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate a sum of money for the improvement of Lincoln Street; said money to be used in conjunction with any money which may be allotted by the State or County, or both, for this purpose ; or take any other action in relation thereto. Article 26. To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate a sum of money for the improvement of Water- town Street; said money to be used in conjunction with any money which may be allotted by the State or County, or both, for this purpose ; or take any other action in relation thereto. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 23 Article 27. To see if the Town will authorize the Selectmen to install street lights in the following unaccepted streets: Summit Road; Cary Street ; Kendall Road; Hamil- ton Road ; Ledgelawn Avenue. Article 28. To see if the Town will vote to install water mains in the following unaccepted streets, subject to the assessment of betterments, and to take by eminent do- main the necessary easement therefor: Blake Road, from the present end, to Preston Road; Preston Road from Blake Road to Simonds Road, and provide funds for said installation by direct appro- priation, or by transfer from other funds. Article 29. To see if the Town will vote to instruct the Tax Collector and Town Collector to turn over to the Town Treasurer his collections daily. Article 30. To see if the Town will vote to amend the General By -Laws of the Town of Lexington so as to provide that the Tax Collector and Town Collector shall turn over to the Town Treasurer his collections daily. Article 31. To see if the Town will vote to instruct the Town Clerk to turn over to the Town Treasurer any or all fees received by him as Town Clerk. Article 32. To see if the Town will vote to amend the General By -Laws of the Town of Lexington so as to provide that the Town Clerk shall turn over to the Town Treasurer any or all fees received by him as Town Clerk. Article 33. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate a sum of money to defray the expense incurred by the Town Counsel in the case of Ryder v. Town of Lexington, which pertains to Vine Brook Drainage. Article 34. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate a sum of money to satisfy the judgment entered against the Town in the case of Anthony Ross & Son v. Town of Lexington. Article 35. To see if the Town will vote to transfer unexpended balances in any of the accounts to the Excess and Deficiency Account or to any of the other Town Surplus Accounts. 24 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Article 36. To see if the Town will vote to establish as a town way or accept the layout of as a town way, Tower Road, from Massachusetts Avenue a distance of approxi- mately 455 feet southerly, as laid out by the Selectmen, under the Betterment Act, and shown upon a certain plan on file in the office of the Town CIerk, dated February 10, 1936, and to take by eminent domain the necessary ease- ments therefor, and appropriate money for the construction of said street, or act in any manner relating thereto. Article 37. To see if the Town will vote to establish as a town way or accept the layout of as a town way, Richard Road, from Tower Road to near Plymouth Road, a distance of approximately 275 feet, as laid out by the Selectmen, under the Betterment Act, and shown upon a certain plan on file in the office of the Town Clerk, dated February 10, 1936, and to take by eminent domain the necessary easements therefor, and appropriate money for the construction of said street, or act in any manner re- lating thereto. Article 38. To see if the Town will vote to establish as a town way or accept the layout of as a town way, Plymouth. Road, from Richard Road to Robbins Road, a distance of approximately 585 feet, as laid out by the Select- men, under the Betterment Act, and shown upon a certain plan on file in the office of the Town Clerk, dated February 10, 1936, and to take by eminent domain the necessary ease- ments therefor, and appropriate money for the construction of said street, or act in any manner relating thereto. Article 39. To see if the Town will vote to establish as a town way or accept the layout of as a town way, Hib- bert Street, from Massachusetts Avenue southwesterly, a distance of approximately 230 feet, as laid out by the Select- men, under the Betterment Act, and shown upon a plan on file in the office of the Town CIerk, dated February 15, 1936, and to take by eminent domain the necessary easements therefor, and appropriate money for the construction of said street, or act in any manner relating thereto. Article 40. To see if the Town will vote to purchase or take by eminent domain for highway purposes a parcel of land approximately 23,286 square feet in area, now owned by the Boston & Maine railroad, and used as an REPORT OP TOWN CLERK 25 entrance to and exit from the Lexington Railroad station, and provide funds therefor by direct appropriation. Article 41. To see if the Town will vote to take for highway purposes the following described parcel of land. being the northerly side of Depot Park, approximately 9,000 square feet in area, and appropriate the sum of $2,000. for excavating and resurfacing the same to be used for a public parking space. Article 42. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate money for a power sprayer for the use of the Moth and Shade Tree Division. Article 43. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate money for a highway grader for the use of the Highway Division. Article 44. To see if the Town will vote to install sewer mains in such accepted or unaccepted streets as may be applied for during the year 1936 in accordance with authority contained in the By -Laws of the Town, subject to the assessment of betterments, or otherwise, and to take by eminent domain the necessary easement therefor, and to appropriate money for said installation of mains by direct appropriation or by transfer from other funds. Article 45. To see if the Town will vote to install water mains in such accepted or unaccepted streets as may be applied for during the year 1936 in accordance with authority contained in the By -Laws of the Town, sub- ject to the assessment of betterments, and to take by emi- nent domain the necessary easement therefor, and appro- priate money for said installation of mains by direct appropriation or by transfer from other funds. Article 46. To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Selectmen to construct granolithic sidewalks where the abutting owner pays one-half the cost, and provide funds for said construction by direct appropriation. Article 47. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate money for the installation of granite curbing on the westerly side of Bedford Street from Elm Avenue to a point approximately two hundred (200) feet north of Newcomb & Dailey's garage. 26 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Article 48. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate money for highway maintenance under authority of Chapter 90 of the General Laws. Article 49. To see if the Town will vote to designate by name the street extending from Hancock Street to Bed- ford Street commonly known as North Hancock Street. Article 50. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate money for Pleasant Street and Watertown Street land damages resulting from the relocation or reconstruction of said streets. Article 51. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate money for the installation and maintenance of warning signals at Fletcher Avenue at the Boston and Maine rail- road crossing. Article 52. To see if the Town will authorize the Board of Selectmen to sell and dispose of the property taken by the Town by foreclosure of tax titles. Article 53. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate funds for labor and materials on public works and for other expenses in connection therewith, to be expended by the Selectmen for aid to persons employed on various proj eets. Article 54. To see if the Town wilI vote to establish the compensation of the Collector of Taxes, and Town Col- lector, Town Clerk, and Town Treasurer. Article 55. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate money for the installation of underground cable and . for the separation of tapper and box circuits for the Fire Department. Article 56. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate money for the installation of a water main not less than 6" and not more than 16" in diameter in Bloomfield Street from Massachusetts Avenue to Highland Avenue. Article 57. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate money for the installation of surface drainage in Bloom- field Street from Massachusetts Avenue to Highland Avenue. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 27 Article 58. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate a sum of money for the repair of the dwelling at West- view Cemetery, or take any action in relation thereto. Article 59. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate a sum of money for new development at Westview Cemetery by direct appropriation or by transfer from other funds, or take any other action in relation thereto. Article 60. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate a sum of money for the installation of fire alarm boxes. 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 eighteenth day of February, A. D., 1936. CHARLES E. FERGUSON PHILIP M. CLARK JOHN A. LYONS ARCHIBALD R. GIROUX Selectmen of Lexington. 28 TOWN OF LEXINGTON February 24, 1936. 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. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 29 ANNUAL TOWN ELECTION March 2, 1936 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 fifth in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred thirty-six at six o'clock in the forenoon. The following places were designated as the voting places for the various precincts : Precinct One, Adams School ; Precinct Two, Three and Four, Cary Memorial Hall. The following election officers having been duly ap- pointed by the Selectmen, and Wardens of the various pre- cincts were assigned for duty as follows: PRECINCT ONE Charles J. Dailey .........____...._..._...._....__._...._..__..._... ..._.....Warden George E. Foster.....-.---...._...__..._...._...._........__..._.,.._..__...._...._..,.Clerk Annie H. McDonnell ...._.._...._.._._...._..__...._...._..._...._...._ Inspector Mary Stankard....._...._......,.._...._..._...._...._...,_...._...._...._...._..,..Inspector Harold MacGilvray................_.....,,..„......................._.......,.....__.,...Teller Mabelle S. Peavy ...»_.,,._....„..,,,...._ .._....... _.........__......,.....__.........Teller MaryA. Rowland.....__.._...._._._...._..__...._...._..._...._...._...._...,..........Teller Donald Cameron._.._...._..__...._...._..._...._...._...._...__..._...._..__..._..._Teller Arthur W. Hughes._........_.__...._....__.._...._...._...._..__..._...._...._.....Teller Frank A. Cook, Jr......._..._...._...._...._,..._...._........._......,...:......,,,...Teller DeTrafford Smith...__..._...._...._...._..__...._...._..._...._...._...._...._...._.....Teller George F. Stygles _......_ _..._...._.._...._..__...._..._Teller PRECINCT TWO Victor H. Harmon..._._...._..__...._...._...._...._._._...,,....„„.............Warden JohnH. Dacey _ ............_...._.............._......,..__.._...._...._..., Clerk RuthR. Ray ................._....,......,.,,......,,.._...,....._...._.....Inspector George V. Morse.......................,_...._.........._.._._...._w..._..._ Inspector HarryG. Frost.....__.._...._...._...._...._..._......_..,....,...._...._................Teller Edward McGrory_...__..__.._...._..._..._....__.._...____....,....,..,,„ Teller Elizabeth Nourse .. _.........._....__.._...._.._...._...._.......,._...._ TeIler 30 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Madeline Corbett.._....._..-----.......__...,...._._......_...._..._...._...._..........Teller Lucius Austin _ ..............Teller William S. Bramhall,,,.._...._...._...._...._...._...._...._._.._...._...__...._.....Teller John Cassidy ....._...._.........._..._...._...._........_... ---- Teller Jesse Condinho..............„...._........_...._........_...._...._...._.........__..._Teller PRECINCT THREE FletcherTaft...,,.....................,,,.......»..,,,........_.........._...._...._...._._..Warden FredTullar....._...._..._....._.__..._...._......,.._................_...,.,.......__.....Inspector John McKearney.............._........_..................,,,,.....,,,...,,.,.„..,,.Inspector Florence E. Greisheimer.._.._...._..._.........._...._.._....._...._..._...._.....Clerk EstherGraham ....._..._.._....-•----•---•._-------.._...__..._..__..._...._.._........--Teller John J. McCormick............._.,.._...._...._..._................_...._...._..._...._Teller Edward B. O'Connor....._...._...._...._...._...._...._...._.._._...._...._..._.....Teller HenryMeade....._..,._........._..._.........._..__..._.........._._...._..._-..._..._..--Teller John Corcoran ....._...._......._........._...._...._...._...,.,..._...._..., ...._...._...._TeIler Maurice E. Woodward..........._.........._...._.........._...._...._...._...._...._..._Teller Samuel W. Wellington ........................_..._...._...._....__---_...._..._Teller EmmaHovey..........._............._......,..........._................_...._...........,...._Teller PRECINCT FOUR Howard E. Custance....._...._...._....,..................._...._...._...._....._.....Warden Clarence E. Briggs Inspector Daniel A. Gorman, Jr.....,_...._...._..........,».............„,..,.,,..._Inspector FrankMaguire....._.........................._........._..,.......,..,,.»„„..„ „...._.....Clerk James J. Waldron ....._...._...._...._...._...._.........._...._...._................_.....Teller Charles J. McEnroe....._...._.........._...._..__...._...._...._...._.........._...........Teller CarlHauck....._.........__........_............__........__........._...,...................,...,»Teller Margaret A. Merrick....._...._...._...._...._..._................_...._..............._Teller RobertCady....._...._.........._...._...._.........._......................„,...„...,,.,,,,„......,,,,Teller AgnesHall..............,..,...._...._...._...._........._....................................„,,,..,»Teller Madeline Peterson Teller Lillian R. Kearns_.._...._...._...._...._...._..._.._...._...._.........._.....,Teller 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 per- formance 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. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 31 32 TOWN OF LEXINGTON The total registration of voters in each precinct was as TOWN TREASURER follows : Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Prec. 4 Total James J. Carroll ....._...._..... 708 695 742 687 2832 Precinct 1. Total number of voters: 1356 Thirteen hundred fifty-six Blanks ..........._ 179 91 113 143 526 Precinct 2. Total number of voters: 1195 Eleven hundred ninety-five Precinct 3. Total number of voters: 1231 Twelve hundred thirty-one Total 887 786 855 830 3358 Precinct 4. Total number of voters: 1116 Eleven hundred sixteen James J. Carroll was elected as Town Treasurer for one year. Total ......... ... ...... ..__........__....... . 4898 Forty-eight hundred nine- ty-eight 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 Registrars of Voters and the Town Clerk can- vassed the result as follows: COLLECTOR OF TAXES Free. 1 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Prec. 4 Total William S. Scamman ...... 657 672 723 697 2749 Blanks ....... _..._............. _...._—..... 230 114 132 133 609 Total .........__..._........_..... 887 786 855 830 3358 William S. Scamman was elected as Collector of Taxes for one year. Preeinct One Ballots Cast 887 (Eight hundred and eighty-seven) CEMETERY COMMISSIONER Precinct Two Ballots Cast 786 (Seven hundred and eighty-six) Precinct Three Ballots Cast 855 (Eight hundred and fifty-five) Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Prec. 4 Total Precinct Four Ballots Cast 830 (Eight hundred and thirty) George H. Gibson _.__..... 578 631 638 572 2419 Total .........._...._...._ ................. 3358 Three thousand three hundred Blanks » 309 155 217 258 939 and fifty-eight TOWN CLERK Total ..... .............._..... 887 786 855 830 3358 George H. Gibson was elected as Cemetery Commissioner for three Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Prec. 4 Total years. James J. Carroll ..... ___ ... 684 668 715 649 2716 SCHOOL COMDiITTEE Blanks 203 118 140 181 642 --- Term for 3 years Total 887 786 855 830 3358 Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Prec, 4 Total James J. Carroll was elected as Town Clerk for one year Kenneth H. Dunham ..„., 266 254 333 310 1163 *Annie F. Putney ........_..... 439 412 372 340 1563 SELECTMEN Blanks ................_......._...._,... 182 120 150 180 632 Free. 1 Free. 2 Prec. 3 Prec. 4 Total Totals 887 786 855 830 3358 Philip M. Clark 388 475 469 317 1649 *Elected. John A. Lyons .....„................. 294 285 262 170 1011 Charles E. Nichols, Jr. 77 74 139 124 414 CONSTABLES Albert A_ Ross .....................338 283 300 365 1286 James F. Spellman 273 124 211 250 868 Term for one year Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Prec. 4 Total Helen C. Whittemore 137 158 157 179 631 *Patrick J. Maguire 611 645 687 633 2576 Blanks 267 163 172 255 857 `John C. Russell .....»......... 641 618 649 571 2479 Blanks ....,,..»...,........, ...._ 522 309 374 456 1661 Total ........... ..... 1774 1572 1710 1660 6716 Philip M. Clark and Albert A. Ross were elected as Selectmen for Totals _...„.,......„-.,,,„...» 1774 1572 1710 1660 6716 a term of three years. *Elected. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 33 34 TOWN OF LEXINGTON TOWN MEETING MEMBERS MODERATOR (Term Three Years) Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Prec. 4 Total PRECINCT ONE Robert H. Holt . 590 624 631 563 2408 William M. Aquaro...__......._..._...._.._.........-..,, .._...._....__._... Blanks _......_..._ 297 162 224 267 950 Francis J. Belcastro.._._...._.._........._...._....-.........,...._.._...._.. .____ ----- Henry F. Brander _.._...._._._...._...._...._..._.....,,.. ».._.,.._......_... Totals .......-_...._...._...._, 887 786 855 830 3358 *Edward F. Buttrick _..._...._._._..,._...._....„.........,,.....,_.._........ Robert H. Holt was elected Moderator for one year. **Lyon Carter __...._...._.._....__........_...._..,,....._....,..._ .._...._... Francis Chamberlain ...._........._...._...._...._..,......_.._...._...-_._ PLANNING BOARD *Horace G. Dearborn....._.........._.......---..._....__....,,.........,._...._., Stephen J. Dolan ..............._. _.._... _.. __ ._. _. _. _. _... _. Prec. 1, Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Prec. 4 Total *Kenneth H. Dunham Donald E. Nickerson 547 569 585 549 2250 Richard L. Gordon ....._.,..._......�...._...._. _..... ..._..........,._... Roger Greeley ....._...._..._1 0 0 0 1 David Govenar Blanks .... ...__.... .........._...._.._339 217 270 281 1107 *Bartlett J. Harrington ........... ......... ._...._..._..........__...._...... Totals 887 786 855 830 3358 Donald E. Nickerson was elected to the Planning Board for one year. PLANNING BOARD Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Prec. 4 Total Clements H. Ferguson 531 597 595 537 2260 Blanks 356 189 260 293 1098 Totals 887 786 855 830 3358 Clements H. Ferguson was elected to the Planning Board for two years. PLANNING BOARD Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Prec. 4 Total Neil H. Borden ,.........,_504 509 501 467 1981 Edward W. Kimball 526 580 581 516 2203 Blanks ,,,....._...,.,,.... .............-744 483 628 677 2532 Totals .,,......_...._.. _........ 1774 1572 1710 1660 6716 Neil H. Borden and Edward W. Kimball were elected to the Planning Board for three years. TRUSTEE OF PUBLIC TRUSTS *Lewis L. Hoyt _........_...._...,_...._. John T. Kenealy _...,..........,.,,., Elmer F. Kenney ....._...,_...._..,. *David Kidd ..........-..,,.,,....... ,,........, Joseph Peter Mason Dorothy B. Maxner .,,,,_, *Charles B. Meek *Harold B. Needham _..,., Frank J. Pespisa *James G. Robertson.....___......._....—..._.,.._......,,._..__..._.,.._ .._..._..__...._....__.. CurlysL. Slocum...._...._..,._...._...,_,..._...._...._...._...,_...._...._..._.....,.... .._.,.._.........,. CurlysL. Slocum, Jr. _..._...._._._...._...._..._.,,._.......,,........ ,,..... _...._.. _..... *Joseph Trani............._...._...._..._...._...._..._...._......._...._..,......_...._,...__.._...._.._............. *Harold L. Tyler — .....,,,.........,,.,.._........._...._...,_..... GeorgeW. Wilkinson...._.._...._...._........._..................,._...._..._...._..._....__.._........... RogerF. Williams..-.._...._...._...._........._...._.......,_........,„............,,........._,..._ *John. A. Wilson...............__.._...._...._...._......_...._...._..,......._...._..._..._...__........._.__.. *Walter H. Wilson....._........._...._...._...._...._,..._.....,,,.»....,,,,.„......,,,...,...._...._.._�.. *W. Stanley Wilson.....__.._...._...._,........._......,.._...._...._......,._...._...._..__...._..._..._..... *Patrick Shanahan....._...._.._...._...._..,._,.......,..,,.........,,»......._...... _...._...._...._ Blanks.... ..._...._.._...._..__..,....._...._,..._........._...._,..,_...._...._...._......._...._..._...._...._........_ *Town Meeting Members elected for the term of three years. PRECINCT TWO 235 162 190 435 297 396 314 214 320 244 126 351 217 299 154 139 316 129 194 319 400 175 225 333 210 215 251 342 178 191 346 357 332 376 6097 *Walter C. BaIlard..,,_...._..,._...._..,..,,...,_,._...._...._...._...._...._...._..._....__.._.........._..... 529 Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Prec. 4 Total s JohnF. Turner 537 591 611 534 2273 John H. Devine.....__......._._............._......,......._...._...._........._...._..,......._.........._.............. 509 "'-""-•”"*Arthur C. Dodge 502 Blanks g..»_.,......_....,._........,,_,,.._...,_................_...._,.,,_,,.._...,.,,..........,,...........,. _...._.........,.,,......._..... 350 195 244 296 1085 *William F. Downe 482 Totals *Robert H. Eldridge..,,......._..,,.,...._...,.,,......,.,,,.....»_.,,,,....,....,.,,......,......................484 .........,_...._._..... 887 786 855 830 3358 *Clements H. Ferguson »....... _.......,,,...__...,_,..._.._ 515 John F. Turner was elected Trustee of Public Trusts for six years. * Town Meeting Members elected for the term of three years. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 35 36 TOWN OF LEXINGTON *William Roger Greeley ....._..__.,, ..._ .._...._...._...._...._.._ 524 PRECINCT FOUR *Harold B. Lamont ,....„ » ,,......._...._..__..._...._„.,..„....»..,._..__.._....__._....„.„.„........ 485 *Harold F. Lombard_...,„,...,.........._.-.._...._.._»...,„,..................... 486 ....._...._.._......_._....,....„..»..,... 479 *Lester L. Andrews _.....,........_...._.-.._...._. *Ashley W. Partridge ..............._...._. 623 *Robert C. Boleyn355 *Robert T. Person,...._..._...._.-.._..........».....,..._...._...._...._.....,,..»......................... 475 *Walter C. Boone ..._...._...._.._....._...._..... 435 *Clifford Wellington Pierce ._.._...._...._...... _........_......._._.. 493 _...._...._....__......_..__...,, 399 *Winthrop Harold Bowker *Elwyn G. Preston...._...._........_..............,.,,.....__......__._....,.......,,_... ... .._. 495 447 *Randall W. Richards ....._-..._...._._._..,,„....„....».._ .._...._..-_...._,...__....*Effie E. Briggs __..,..w 504 _.,.._..__...._..__........__...,,..„..„„,,,.. 434 *Clyde E. Steeves.....----....... _..._....». 522 Frederick S. Britton *Edwin B. Worthen _..._.........._...„....„...,„,,......_...._.._. „.. _..,._..__. 558 *Francis E. Burke ........,,„...._...:_.........._.............._...._...._..._.....,......„„_...._...._..._ 470 *Louis E. Yeager....._...._...._...._...._...._..._._..-...._...._.............._. .._..._,..........,,».. 492 *Theodore A. Custance....._...----.._..........,,„,..._...._..__.-.._...._....».....,,......._........_ 482 Blanks....._........_...._...._......._...._..,,„,...„. »,,._.._............»..........,.._...._......._..,..,.... 4791 *W. Warren Custance 448 ............ * Town Meeting Members elected for the term of three years. *...............-,.,,_..._...._...._...._....»..........,,.._...._...._...._..., RobertJ. Fawcett .._...._..._,,..»,........„...._...._...-_...._..__..._..................._...._..__.... 446 PRECINCT THREE *Frederic L. Fischer __.._...._...._....-._...._..... 427 *Frank P. Herrick.....-...._...._...._...._...._........_..............._...._...-_........._............._..... 417 *Nathan B. Bidwell ....._...-_....„„.._...._. 430 _..__..._....�.»,,......._........_...._...._...... *Converse Hill ..,,......_...._____..... „ 451 oafsW. Bills _..._...._._._......,.._........._._ ..._...._...._........._..,.,.. _......,»,,......._......._. 365 436 *Charles Mowry Blake *Willard C. Hill.....-...._.-.............„.,,,„...._...._...._...._...._......,,,»........._...._ . ..„,,...._......_..._...._....,„..„...,„..........._...._ 366 .... 418 *Lulu M. Blake *Frederick B. James . .................__...._...._...._,,.... Raymond A. Bond ....._...._...._...._... 336 Evelyn S. Trask315 HaroldG. Bowen...........„..,.,...._...._...._..__.....,,,................._..._...._...._........_...._,.......... 218 *William H. Ballard ». 451 *Laurence Haskell Burnham .,..........,...._... 373 *William Ira Burnham 373 *William E. Mulliken 439 »........._...._...._...__..„..,,„..„„...._..._..... Blanks 6353 *Frank P. Cutter,....„...,..346 ....._........._...._...._----......_. ..._.._ A. Irving Dodge 318 * Town Meeting Members elected for the term of three years. *Everett S. Emery........_........__,,..,....„..,.....-.._...._............._ .._....»_._..._..... 391 *Roy Alexander Ferguson . _...,„..._ 355 PRECINCT THREE *C. Edward Glynn....._..._.._.,..»»..,,.,,.._._..._.._...„,,........_...._...._...._.......„,.... 378 Clarence R. Hopkins ........__..,.„„....„,.._..-._...._...._........_. 225 TOWN MEETING MEMBER HiramW. Jackson....._..._.._.,.....__...._...._.-..-...._.......,„,,......._...._...._..-..,.,.......... 236 (Term One Year) FrancisKelley ....,- _..,,„,..._.._........-._...._....„...,„...._ ......,.................... 252 *Errol H. Locke ....._.-.._...._...._...... 347 Merle B. Judkins..._..._...._........,„.............._........._......... 494 ..._....-_.._..._....._...._...._..._..---.._..,,..........._....- .........»»,,,,„...._...._. Charles A. McCortnack._....,....._.361...._..-._...,_,.__»...,,,._...._...._..---.._........„.,,..._. 211 Blanks . *Robert Clinton Merriam ....._....„....»...._..__...._...._....» ............. 388 George P. Morey .......,._...-_... _. „........._....- 216 Total ............,„»..„..„_._,,,.__.._...._...._885 *Ernest 0. Nichols...,,„.,.._...._......................_._...,_...._................__._.................. 403 Merle B. Judkins elected for 1 year. AndrewJ. Pewtherer...._...._...._....„....„..........._......_.....,_...._...._.... _ ...._...._..... 160 AllenW. Rucker ..... ____ ...._...._...._...._...._.._...._..»„.,,,_,... ......._...-„..„,,...._._..... 270 *George E. Smith .,,.._..__...._...._....„,...».._...._...._..._,.,,„.......,.____...._..._..._...._... 389 TOWN MEETING MEMBERS *Robert M. Stone ............... ..._,..._........._..__... ,,..„..........,_. 367 (Term Two Years) *Edward Willis Taylor_..._....__„..,,......_...._...._........,.„...._...._....__..,.,..„. „„...._— 340 13, Craig Wark..... .............. ........_........,„,,.._ ._...._.._.....,..__....,_._. 96Walter E. Sands _. 500 Helen L. Warrington ....._...._........__................,.,,.._...._...._...._....„. „,,..._.._...._..__...._..._. .,,,._...._...._.. _... ,,.... `..._._._ 194 Blanks 355 EdmundA. Webb .._._...,_...._.........,.„..__..._....__............._...,„,,..........,._...__........_...._...._..._...._.... --•.....-...._......,..- »........._..._..._,........._........._....,,...„ »..,.._..__..... 231 *Robert Whitney .. ......... ............... ...„.. _..._...._...._...._...._ ..........._._......_.„..... 334 Blanks- _...._..._.....,..__. _. Total _......,,..„....„...._..-._...._..._ ...._...�.....,,.„..... 855 ........._...._...._........._...._...._..„.....„,,.._...._...._..„„..»......_._._._.,. 5298 Walter E. Sands elected for term ending 1938. * Town Meeting Members elected for the term of three years. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK PRECINCT FOUR TOWN MEETING MEMBERS (Term One Year) *Elmer C. Houdlette.....,,.....-....,...__.._...._..._..._.,.....,,,........,_....__.._...._........... 'Leonard Jellis ......,_,,,......_..._...._._._...._.._............._...._...__.._........_...,.,,.._...._..... *Gordon B. Seavey.....__.._...._..__..._...._.._........._..._...._._.._..__...........,,,...__...._._.. HelenL. Warrington-........__..._...._._._...._...._...._...._._.._...._.. _...._..,._...._...._..__...,. Blanks - r Town Meeting Members elected for term of one year. A true record, Attest: 37 433 439 427 2 7523 JAMES J. CARROLL Town Clerk 38 TOWN OF LEXINGTON SPECIAL MEETING OF TOWN MEETING MEMBERS OF PRECINCT 3 Special meeting held March 16, 1936 by Town Meet- ing Members of Precinct Three, Estabrook Hall, Meeting called to order by Town Clerk, James J. Car- roll at 7:45 P. M. with thirty-two members present. The Town Clerk explained on account of death of Hal- lie C. Blake a vacancy was made for Town Meeting Mem- ber, for a term expiring 1938. It was unanimous that nominations for Chairman and Clerk for the meeting be made from the floor. It was unanimous that James J. Carroll serve as Chairman and George R. Fuller as Clerk. Nominations to MI the vacancy were made from the floor as follows: Charles A. McCormack, Allen W. Rucker, Richard S. McCabe. The three above nominations were seconded. Ballots were distributed and collected, the ballots cast being counted as follows: Allen W. Rucker .. 15 Charles A. McCormack . __...._... _ 11 Richard S. McCabe...._.._._..._......._..,,._..._...._....__.._............. 6 32 Allen W. Rucker was declared elected. A true record, Attest: JAMES J. CARROLL, Town Clerk. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 39 40 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Lexington, Mass., March 16, 1936 TO THE TOWN CLERK: Being duly nominated and elected, I hereby accept said election as a Town Meeting Member of Precinct 3, such term expiring March 1938. ALLEN W. RUCKER. FIRST ADJOURNED TOWN MEETING OF THE ANNUAL TOWN MEETING Held March 16, 1936 The meeting was called to order by the Moderator. Robert H. Holt at 8:07 P. M. There were 188 Town Meeting Members present. Town Clerk, James J. Carroll read the Town Warrant until by a unanimous vote further reading was waived. The Town Clerk read the Constables return of the Warrant. Selectman Charles Ferguson moved to take up Article 2. Article 2. Voted: That a committee of three, of which the Moderator shall be a member, be appointed to have charge of the Cary Lectures for the coming season. Unanimous 8:09 P. M. Under Article 2 Mr. Rowse, Chairman of Appropria- tion Committee presented the Appropriation Committee re- port for the year 1936. REPORT OF APPROPRIATION COMMITTEE FOR THE YEAR 1936 Bring this report with you to the Annual Meeting, Monday, March 16, at 8:00 P. M. In accordance with Section 4, Article 13, of the Re- vised By -Laws of the Town, the Appropriation Committee submits the following report to the voters of the town. Since the March Town Meeting of 1935 the Appropria- tion Committee has met monthly for consideration and check-up on the operation of the Town's business. There have been a total of 22 meetings held over the period of the past 12 months. The Committee expects to continue hold- ing monthly meetings. It is planned to split the Appropri- ation Committee into sub -committees of three members each to make a detailed check-up of expenditures during the coming twelve months. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 41 PROPOSED SALARY INCREASES The appropriations submitted from the Public Works, Engineering, Sewer, Water, Highway and Selectmen's De- partments contained salary increases to Superintendents and Clerks which had been approved by the Board of Select- men. The Appropriation Committee has refused to approve of any of these salary increases inasmuch as all except the salary of the Superintendent of Public Works had been in- creased during 1935. It seems to the Committee that fur- ther increases were not justified. As to the proposed increase in the salary of the Super- intendent of Public Works, the Committee feels that be- cause the present Superintendent has held his office for a few months only, that there is no justification for a raise in salary. This same argument applies in the request for an increase in salary made by the Tax Collector. COMPENSATION INSURANCE In an endeavor to charge compensation insurance to each separate department instead of carrying it in the gen- eral insurance account, each department is being charged for its compensation insurance costs. The same holds true for Public Liability Insurance. HYDRANT RENTALS The appropriation Committee has recommended that no money be appropriated for hydrant rentals. Although an amount has been appropriated for this item each year for several years, the Committee feels that it is principally a method of increasing the Water Surplus account for the purpose of water construction. In theory, the purpose is to defray the cost of water used by the Fire Department and the cost of maintenance of our fire hydrants. There is sufficient income from water rates and other receipts to pay the entire costs of maintenance of the Water Depart- ment. The Committee feels that if the Town should desire to construct water mains that the money for this purpose should be either levied and assessed or obtained through the sale of bonds. All of the Town's major water construction in the past few years has been handled in this manner. 42 TOWN OF LEXINGTON HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION - LINCOLN STREET The Committee hopes that the Town will not vote ad- ditional money for this project at this time. The present balance from the appropriation made in 1935, together with the amounts to be contributed by the State and County, makes available approximately $22,000.00, to spend on this street. The Committee recommends that the surface drain- age and street construction be done concurrently for equal distances, as far as the available funds will accomplish. MATURING DEBT For the information of the taxpayers we are listing the amount of bonded debt due for payment in the next six years: 1937 1938 1939 1940 1941 1942 $106,000.00 97,000.00 95,500.00 67,500.00 35,500.00 23,500.00 No new bonding is recommended for 1936. EXCESS & DEFICIENCY ACCOUNT This year there is approximately $20,000.00 less in our Excess and Deficiency account than there was a year ago, also there is always considerable uncertainty as to the amount of uncollected taxes and inasmuch as no funds can be used from this account until it exceeds the uncollected taxes, we do not believe that it will be possible to count on using any funds from the Excess and Deficiency account during 1936. With the possible exception of the account of Labor, Materials and Expenses on Public Works, no addi- tional amounts should be needed for Town expenses. TAX RATE For the first time in several years the funds needed for Maturing Debt and interest requirements have been ma- terially reduced. This is due in part to funds which are available for payment of maturing debt which come from Federal payments on P. W. A. projects, totalling $10,259.88. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 43 The Committee feels that the opportunity has come to re- duce the taxpayer's burden to the extent of $1.00 per thou- sand, and if the Town Meeting Members adopt the recom- mendations as made by the Appropriation Committee it is anticipated that the rate for the year 1936 will be $32.00 per thousand. Sufficient funds have been recommended by the Appropriation Committee which will maintain the efficien- cy of all town departments. This reduction in the rate can, therefore, be accomplished without injury to the Town's business. The actual computation of the tax rate may be found at the end of this report. RESERVE FUND The Appropriation Committee has found it necessary to transfer the following amounts from their Reserve Fund during 1935 : Public Works - Supt's Office ....., ....,,_..., ...._....,,... Public Works Building Operation ..._ .._...._...._..... Traffic Regulation & Control ....._.._.........._.... Elections & Registrations Dept. Town Offices & Cary Memorial Building ...... Insurance Account....._.......,.._...._...._...---.._...._.......,_,..._ ......... Highway Construction - Pleasant Street ..,......_..... Appropriation Committee ............. ...._...._._....._.._.......... Building Inspection ....._.__...._..._......,,,..._...__..._ Public Welfare Dept. ....._._...._...._....,...._..._...._...._ HealthDept....................,...__...._.._ $375.00 200.00 220.79 230.00 300.00 232.00 1.73 47.00 3.05 1377.42 5.87 $2,992.86 RECOMMENDATIONS ON ARTICLES IN TOWN MEETING WARRANT Article 2. To receive the reports of any Board of Town Officers, or of any Committee of the Town and to appoint other Committes. The Appropriation Committee makes no recommendation under this article. Article 3. To choose such Town Officers as are re- quired by law and are usually chosen by nomination. The Appropriation Committee makes no recommendation under this article. 44 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Article 4. To see if the Town wiII vote to authorize the Town Treasurer, with the approval of the Selectmen, to borrow money from time to time in anticipation of the rev- enue of the financial year beginning January 1, 1937, and to issue a note or notes therefor, payable within one year and to renew any note or notes as may be given for a period of less than one year in accordance with Section 17, Chap- ter 44, General Laws. The Appropriation Committee recommends favorable ac- tion. Article 5. To see if the Town will vote to appropriate money for the installation and maintenance of traffic signals at Meriam Street and Massachusetts Avenue. The Appropriation Committee recommends that the Ar- ticle be indefinitely postponed. Article 6. To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Town Treasurer, with the approval of the Selectmen, to refund any or all of the revenue notes issued in anticipa- tion of the revenue of the year 1936, in accordance with the provisions of Section 17, Chapter 44, General Laws; any debt so incurred to be paid from the revenue of the year 1936. The Appropriation Committee recommends favorable action. Article 7. To see if the Town will make the usual appropriations for Town expenses for the ensuing year, or act in any manner relating thereto. The Appropriation Committee makes the following rec- ommendations under this Article: Appropriation Committee Salary of Secretary ...._... Other Expenses .............. .-_...... 1935 1936 1936 Expended Requested Approved $300.00 $300.00 $300.00 297.00 300.00 300.00 $597.00 $600.00 $600.00 REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 45 Selectmen's Department Salaries and Wages: Selectmen .„............,,..._...,....... Clerk....._.........._ .............._............ Other Clerical ....................... Town Meeting Checkers ... Other Expenses ....._..._......._..... $858.33 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 1,399.90 1,597.27 1,517.67 1,120.97 1,200.00 1,200.00 20.00 16.00 16.00 1,199.98 1,216.50 1,116.50 $4,599.18 $5,029.77 $4,850.17 The increase in the allowance for the Selectmen is due to the fact that in 1935 the Board did not have a full mem- bership for the entire year. The Selectmen have rec- ommended an increase of $2.00 per week for the Clerk which has been disapproved by the Appropriation Com- mittee. The increase for the Clerk from $1,399.90 to $1,517.67 is due to the partial restoration of salary cut which was made effective July 1, 1935, but it was in effect for only one-half of the year 1935. The Appropriation Committee has made a slight decrease in the amount ap- proved for "Other Expenses.” Accounting Department Salaries and Wages: Accountant ._.._...._..._...._...._ ... Clerk Other Expenses ,..... $2,662.50 335.19 155.31 $2,775.00 $2,775.00 782.50 782.50 210.00 210.00 $3,153.00 $3,767.50 $3,767.50 The increase in salary for the Accountant is due to the one-half restoration of pay for the full year. The in- crease in salary for Clerk is due to the addition of a full- time clerk in place of the part-time clerk. The increase in "Other Expenses" is due to an increased need for of- fice supplies to provide for statistical information which is being furnished by the Accounting Department. Treasurer's Department Salaries and Wages: Treasurer ....._.........._... Clerical Assistance Other Expenses ......... 647.50 178.01 438.19 $1,000.00 312.00 601.00 $950,00 262.00 576.00 $1,263.70 $1,913.00 $1,788.00 4 46 TOWN OF LEXINGTON The increase in salary for the Town Treasurer is to place him on the same basis as other principal officers. A sal- ary for the Treasurer is being approved in the amount of $950.00 and a salary for the same individual as Town Clerk is being approved in the amount of $1,775.00, mak- ing a total for the two positions of $2725.00. The same individual also receives $50.00 from the Elections and Registrations Department. Up to the present time the Town Clerk has retained certain fees received by him, but it is now provided that with the readjustment of salary, all fees shall be turned in to the Town Treasury. The in- crease in the amount recommended for Clerical Assis- tance is due to an allowance for a full-time cleric to be charged in part to the Town Treasurer's Department, in part to the Town Clerk's Department, and in part to the Elections and Registrations Dept. The principal increase in Other Expenses is due to the approval of the purchase of a Check Protector and also to provide for premium on Hold -Up Insurance. Collector's Department Salaries and Wages: Collector ..._...._...._ .................... Clerks..._........__.._......_.._...._.._.. Extra Clerical ....._...._...._.. OtherExpenses ...... .............. 1935 1936 1936 Expended Requested Approved $1,863.75 $2,1.00.00 $2,775.00 1,960.97 2,090.00 1,990.00 96.59 2,743.99 2,210.00 2,110.00 $6,665.30 $6,400.00 $6,875.00 The increase in salary for the Collector is due to the fact that the Appropriation Committee recommends that the entire salary for the Town Collector and Tax Collector be paid from the Collector's account instead of contin- uing the system previously in effect whereby a portion of the salary was paid out of the Collector's account and the balance was paid out of the Water Maintenance account. The amount of $2,775.00 approved for salary is the same amount which the Collector has been receiving since the one-half restoration of the salary cut, effective July 1, 1935. The Collector requested an 'increase in his salary to $3,000.00 but this has been disapproved by the Appro- priation Committee inasmuch as the salary as approved is on the same basis as other principal town officers. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK Assessors' Department Salaries and Wages: Assessors ...,... _...._...._............_ Assistant Assessor Clerk....._...._..__.........__.._.,..,.._ Extra Clerical Special Asst. Assessors Other Expenses ,...._...._.,.._ 47 $950.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 2,566.75 2,616.50 2,600.00 1,226.16 1,308.25 1,258.25 169.16 200.00 173.00 518.00 400.00 327.00 952.03 610.00 610.00 $6,382.10 $6,134.75 $5,968.25 The increase in compensation. for Assessors is due to the fact that in 1935 there was one place vacant on the Board for a short period. The increase in compensation for Assistant Assessor is due entirely to the partial restora- tion in pay as granted last year. The appropriation re- quested included an increase in compensation for the Clerk from $24.00 per week to $25.00 per week but this was not recommended by the Board of Selectmen and has been disapproved by the Appropriation Committee. 1935 1936 1936 Expended Requested Approved Other Finance Offices and Accounts Printing and Certifying Notes ...__........_..._......___......_...,.. $114.40 200.00 $200,00 Law Department Salary of Town Counsel ._ $887.50 $925.00 $925.00 Other Expenses .,...T 1,608.35 2,075.00 1.575.00 $2,495.85 $3,000.00 $2,500.00 The Board of Selectmen recommended the approval of $2,075.00 for Other Expenses, such as special fees to the Town Counsel and reimbursement to the Town Counsel for expenses, but the Appropriation Committee 'believes that an allowance of $1,575.00 is ample for this item. Town Clerk's Department Salaries and Wages: Town Clerk _......_...._....,.., ..... Clerical Assistance .,,......... Other Expenses ....._................. $1,572.50 $1,700.00 $1,775.00 194.43 312.00 262.00 246.51 201.80 176.80 $2,013.44 $2,213.80 $2,213.80 4is TOWN OF LEXINGTON With reference to the increase in the salary of the Town Clerk and the increase in the expenses for clerical as- sistance see explanations under "Treasury Department". Elections and Registrations Department Salaries and Wages: Registrar ........_...... Election Officers ................... Clerical Assistance ..... Constable Other Expenses ......... $200.00 $200.00 $200.00 613.00 1,200.00 1,200.00 194.80 100.00 100.00 12.00 24.00 24.00 516.72 775.00 775.00 $1,536.52 $2,299.00 $2,290.00 The increase in expense for Election Officers is due to the fact that in 1936 there will be four elections -one town election, one primary, a State election, and a pres- idential election. 1935 1936 1936 Expended Requested Approved Public Works - Supt's. Office Salaries and Wages: Superintendent .......... $3,437.50 $3,650.00 $3,300.00 Clerk ........................._...._......._..... 965.68 1,079.00 992.00 Other Expenses 274.28 330.00 240.00 $4,677.46 $5,059.00 $4,532.00 The Board of Selectmen recommended an increase for the salary of Superintendent of Public Works from $3,- 300.00 to $3,650.00 per year. This increase has been dis- approved by the Appropriation Committee. The reason for the expenditure in 1935 of $3,437.50 for .salary of Superintendent was due to the fact that Mr. William S. Scamman was paid one-half month's vacation pay of $137.50 after Mr. Robert P. Trask took office as Super- intendent. The Board of Selectmen recommended an increase in the salary for the Clerk from $19.00 per week to $21.00, but this increase has been disapproved by the Appropriation Committee. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK Town Offices & Cary Memorial Building Salaries and Wages: Janitor ....._..._..._... ..........._ Assistant Janitor .... Extra Labor ......._._........._ Other Expenses $1,780.28 1,135.52 16.00 6,673.47 $1,845.48 1,150.00 25.00 7,430.00 49 $1,845.48 1,150.00 25.00 6,080.00 $9,605.27 $10,450.48 $9,100.48 The increase in salary for the Janitor is due entirely to an increase which was granted in 1935 from $31.45 per week to $35.00 per week. The Board of Selectmen rec- ommended $1,200.00 for repairs but this item has been reduced by the Appropriation Committee to $800.00 as sufficient for general repairs. A recommendation of $2,- 100.00 was made for telephone against an expenditure in 1935 for $1,325.08, but this item has been reduced by the Appropriation Committee to $1,500.00. The increase in telephone expense is explained to the Appropriation Committee as being due to the use of the telephone by the WPA office. This increase in telephone expense seems excessive to the Appropriation Committee and it is recommended that a separate telephone be installed for the WPA office, and the telephone expense charged to the account for Labor, Materials, and Expenses, on Public - Works. The Committee is informed that the telephone expense of the WPA office is approximately $50.00 per month. Foreclosure and Redemption of Tax Titles $744.13 A balance of $1,752.68 is carried forward in this account from the year 1935 and no request has been made for an additional appropriation. 1935 1936 1936 Expended Requested Approved Engineering Department Salaries and Wages: Town Engineer $3,000.00 $3,000.00 $3,000.00 Assistant Engineer 2,038.60 2,131.20 2,131.20 Other Employees 3,639.27 4,347.23 4,189.01 Other Expenses ....... ............. _.742.77 1,333.00 820.00 $9,420.64 $10,811.43 $10,140.21 50 TOWN OF LEXINGTON The increase in salary for the Assistant Engineer is due entirely to the partial restoration of salary granted in 1935. The increase in salary for "Other Employees" is due to the partial restoration of salary granted in 1935 and an additional amount of $500.00 for George Harring- ton, who has been engaged in engineering work for the Water Department, but who will now be employed part time by the Water Department and part time by the En- gineering Department. The Board of Selectmen have recommended increases to two employees of the Engi- neering Department, but these increases have been dis- approved by the Appropriation Committee. A request was made for a calculating machine to cost $425.00 but this has also been disapproved by the Appropriation Committee. Planning Board Clerical Expenses Other Expenses ... Board of Appeals Clerical Expenses Other Expenses Police Department Salaries and Wages: Chief......__.._....__.._...._...._.,,,...... Sergeants Patrolmen _..._...._.........,.._...._ Special Traffic Duty Matron...,..,............_...........__...._ Other Expenses $12.40 $50.00 $50.00 108.00 175.00 175.00 $120.40 $225.00 $225.00 $19.00) 142.26) $200.00 $200.00 $161.26 $200.00 $200.00 $2,662.50 $2,775.00 $2,775.00 4,051.62 4,390.18 4,232.08 23,429.32 26,729.23 25,714.23 49.00 50.00 50.00 95.00 100.00 100.00 5,100.18 5,305.00 4,930.00 $35,387.62 $39,349.41 $37,801.31 The increase in salary for the Chief is due to the one- half restoration in pay for the full year. The decrease in the amount approved for 'salary of Sergeants is due to an evident error in computation when the budget was submitted. The increase in the salary for the Patrol- men is also due to the one-half restoration in pay for the full year. The Board of Selectmen requested an addition- REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 51 al amount of $1,015.00 for salary of a new patrolman to be appointed May 1, 1936, but the Appropriation Com- mittee disapproved the addition of the new patrolman in- asmuch as two additional patrolmen were added to the force in 1935, and it is believed that the present force is sufficient. Included in the amount of $37,801.31 as ap- proved by the Appropriation Committee is an item of $400.00 for cost of a new automobile in exchange for the oldest automobile now in use. It is believed good prac- tice to exchange one car each year, so that no car in use will be over two years old. There is also included in the approved amount an item of $250.00 for a new motor- cycle. It is recommended by the Appropriation Commit- tee that this amount of $650.00 for new equipment be so specified in order that it may be handled as a separate ac- count on the Town books. Fire Department Salaries and Wages: Engineers ........,, ,...... Chief.............................._. Regular Men ....._.._ . Call Men ...........�....... _ Extra Duty ................._. Substitutes Other Expenses ....._.... 1935 1936 1936 Expended Requested Approved $500.00 $500.00 $500.00 950.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 23,200.16 24,483.53 24,483.53 4,268.03 4,261.00 4,261.00 334.32 300.00 200.00 11.48 150.00 50.00 9,014.37 9,289.80 7,750.00 $38,278.36 $39,984.33 $38,244.53 The Fire Department Engineers recommended the ad- dition of six regular men effective May 1, 1936, at an expense of $5,940.48, with extra expense of $1,000.00 for remodeling the quarters to provide for the additional men. This request was not approved by the Board of Selectmen and was not approved by the Appropriation Committee. The increase in the salary of the Chief is due to the increase for a full year on the basis of the amount granted last year. The increase in. the salaries for the regular men is also due to the partial restoration of salaries for the full year. This appropriation repre- sents some reduction in "Other Expenses" from the amount expended in. 1935 due primarily to less new hose 52 TOWN OF LEXINGTON needed and less fuel cost due to use of oil instead of coal, also that two oil burners were purchased in 1935, amount- ing to $454.00. Hydrant Rentals Rental to Water Department $7,815.00 $7,950.00 The Appropriation Committee favors a discontinuance of the practice of paying rental to the Water Department for the so-called Hydrant Rentals which is held to in- clude the cost of the water used and the cost of mainten- ance of the hydrants. The money paid to the Water De- partment for Hydrant Rentals is taken up as Water De- partment Receipts and practically every year there is a balance of receipts of the Water Department in excess of expenditures which is greater than the amount received from Hydrant Rentals. It is, therefore, believed that if the Hydrant Rentals policy is discontinued the Water Department will still have sufficient income to amply cover its annual maintenance costs. It is realized that the discontinuance of payment of Hydrant Rentals will result in a much less amount of money being carried to the Water Department Surplus account at the end of the year. However, in the past this money has been used principally for miscellaneous water construction projects and it is believed that it would be awiser policy for the Town to vote from revenue in any year the amounts ne- cessary for new water construction. 1935 1936 1936 Expended Requested Approved Building Inspection Salary of Inspector $1,017.50 $1,045.00 $1,045.00 Other Expenses 138.05 160.00 135.00 $1,155.55 $1,205.00 $1,180.00 The increased amount allowed for salary of Inspector is due entirely to the partial restoration of salary for the full year. The Appropriation Committee reduced the item for office supplies and postage from $55.00, as re- quested, to $30.00. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 53 Wire Inspection Salary of Inspector ..... Other Expenses .........._.... 54 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Forest Fres $600.00 $600.00 $600.00 Salary of Warden ....... 32.00 35.00 20.00 Other Expenses ........„.....„.. $632.00 $635.00 $620.00 Th.e Wire Inspector requested $200.00 for transportation but this item was disapproved by the Board of Selectmen and by the Appropriation Committee. The Wire Inspec- tor requested $50.00 for Other Expenses which was re- duced by the Board of Selectmen to $35.00 and was fur- ther reduced by the Appropriation Committee to $20.00. Weights and Measures Salary of Sealer . $400.00 $500.00 $400.00 Other Expenses ........ 77.20 100.00 75.00 $477.20 $600.00 $475.00 The Board of Selectmen recommended an increase for the salary of the Sealer from $400.00 to $500.00 per annum. The Appropriation Committee has disapproved the re- quest. The Appropriation Committee also decreased the requested allowance for "Other Expenses" in the amount of $25.00. 1935 1936 1936 Expended Requested Approved Shade Trees Labor .._._.........._...._.........._...._.._. $1,263.40 $2,244.00 $2,244.00 Other Expenses _..,_..,........... 498.16 450.00 528.00 $1,761.56 $2,694.00 $2,772.00 The increase in the amount approved for Labor is due to additional work which is needed on the shade trees in the Town. The Superintendent has informed the Appropria- tion Committee that the Shade Tree department takes care of 4,777 elm trees and 42,796 other trees. The amount approved by the Appropriation Committee is $7$.00 in excess of the amount requested due to the in- clusion of this amount for Workmen's Compensation and Public Liability Insurance, which was omitted in the re- quest as presented. $200.00 $200.00 $200.00 1,199.33 1,370.00 800.00 $1,399.33 $1,570.00 $1,000.00 The Appropriation Committee reduced the amount to be appropriated for this item from $1,570.00 as requested to $1,000.00 due to the fact that the cost for forest fires can only be an estimate at best and only $1,000.00 was ap- propriated at the annual meeting in 1935. Dog Officers Salary of Dog Officer Other Expenses ....._...._...._ Health Department Salary of Inspector ............ Inspector's Automobile allowance....,„...„ ..„,...„.......... Other Expenses ....._...._........_ $100.00 $100.00 $100.00 27.50 50.00 50.00 $127.50 $150.00 $150.00 $500.00 $500.00 $500.00 100.00 200.00 204.00 5,409.37 5,400.00 5,300.00 $6,009.37 $6,100.00 $6,000.00 Only a general estimate can be made of the amount need- ed for the Health Department and it is, therefore, be- lieved by the Appropriation Committee that the appro- priation to be made can be satisfactorily set at the amount of $6,000.00. This is the same amount which was ap- propriated for the year 1935. 1935 1936 1986 Expended Requested Approved Dental Clinic Salaries and Wages: Dentist _..._...._.........._...__........._... $1,130.00 $1,250.00 $1,250.00 Dental Nurse ...„...._„..„,...„ ... 591.00 600.00 600.00 Other Expenses ...,...._ .._...._... 145.02 100.00 100.00 $1,866.02 $1,950.00 $1,950.00 The increase in the salary for the Dentist is due to the partial restoration of salary for the full year and also is due to one more day per week being necessary to take REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 55 care of the increased number of cases crease in the salary of the Dental .1V -to partial restoration of salary for the full handled. The in- -se is due to the year. Vital Statistics Birth and Death Returns $18.25 Animal Inspection Salary of Inspector ...__.. $500.00 Slaughtering Inspection Salary of Inspector .... $600.00 Plumbing Inspection Salary of Inspector ....,...... Other Expenses ._...,,..._ $50.00 $500.00 $600.00 $50.00 $500.00 $600.00 $800.00 $800.00 $400.00 45.00 100.00 50.00 $845.00 $900.00 $450.00 The Inspector requested an increase in salary from $800.- 00 to $900.00 per annum, but the Board of Selectmen rec- ommended a continuance of the present salary of $800.00. The Appropriation Committee approved an allowance for salary in the amount of $400.00 due to the fact that there is only a very small amount of work now being re- quired of the Inspector and it is believed that a salary of $400.00 per annum is adequate for the work performed. Sewer Maintenance Salaries and Wages: Superintendent ..„,-.._........._ Clerical ......_...._..._._._..._._.... Other Expenses $1,200.00 388.62 2,634.62 1,532.94 $600.00 500.00 1,800.00 1,395.00 $600.00 420.00 1,800.00 1,290.00 $5,756.18 $4,295.00 $4,110.00 The amount allowed for salary of Superintendent has been approved at $600.00 as an arbitrary figure due to the fact that the former Superintendent terminated his connection with the department February lst, and no permanent Superintendent has as yet been appointed. The amount approved for clerical expenses is sufficient to continue the present clerical force at the present rate of pay. The Board of Selectmen has recommended an increase in pay to the Clerk which is not approved by the Appropriation Committee. The item for labor is de - 56 TOWN OF LEXINGTON creased to an amount which it is believed is sufficient to take care of the necessary maintenance for the current year. 1935 1936 1936 Expended Requested Approved Care of Dumps & Removal of Ashes Labor ,,.........,„....»....,,........,,. $1,769.34 $1,800.00 $1,800.00 Other Expenses ................. _230.54 300.00 100.00 $1,999.88 $2,100.00 $1,900.00 The amount recommended by the Board of Selectmen has been decreased due to the fact that the item for Work- men's Compensation & Public Liability Insurance was overestimated and the amount for sundry items and equipment has been reduced from $125.00 to $56.80. Garbage Collection Contract ........., $3,600.00 $3,600.00 $3,600.00 The present contract for garbage collection expires dur- ing the present year, but the appropriation is being ap- proved in the same amount inasmuch as it is anticipated that a new contract can be secured at a figure not in ex- cess of the present cost. Highway Maintenance Salaries and Wages: Superintendent $2,023.72) $ $2,093.00 Assistant Superintendent 1,248.33) 1,439.00 Consulting Supt. ...__....„... 1,200.00) 6,000.00 1,200.00 Clerk ........_ ._.......__...._..._.._..... 245.26) 628.00 Other Expenses - including labor ,..........._..._ 41,374.36 35,092.60 34,640.00 $46,091.67 $41,092.60 $40,000.00 The amounts approved for salary of Superintendent, sal- ary of Assistant Superintendent, salary of Consulting Superintendent, and salary of the Clerk are on the basis of the amounts paid at the present time. The Board of Se- lectmen have recommended an increase in salary to the Superintendent and to the Assistant Superintendent and it is understood that it is proposed to grant an increase in salary to the Clerk. These increases are not approved by the Appropriation Committee. Much time and dis- REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 57 cussion has been given to this particular budget and it is believed that the amount approved is sufficient to ad- equately take care of maintenance of the highways for the current year, and in this connection attention is called to the fact that an appropriation is requested under Ar- ticle 48 for Highway maintenance with State and County aid. An appropriation is recommended for highway main- tenance with state and county aid of $2000.00 and it is anticipated that the State and County will contribute an amount of $4000.00, making a total of $6000.00 which with the amount approved for regular highway mainten- ance of $40,000.00 will be the same amount as was ap- proved for 1935. Also in 1935 several items of new equipment were charged to the highway maintenance ac- count totalling $2525.36 which will not be expended out of 1936 appropriation. There is included in the 1936 budget an itemof $1800.00 for Workmen's Compensa- tion & Public Liability Insurance which was not included in the expenditures of 1935. It may also be stated that in 1935 a considerable amount was expended for side- walk replacements and maintenance and it is not pro- posed to engage in this work during the year 1936. There- fore, the total amount recommended for maintenance of highways is in excess of the expenditures for this pur- pose in 1935. 1935 1936 1936 Expended Requested Approved Snow Removal Labor .._._...._..__...._...._......._...._.... $11,953.41) Other Expenses .,,.........,,....... 13,176.51) $18,000.00 $18,000.00 $25,129.92 $18,000.00 $18,000.00 There has been expended for Snow Removal during the months of January and February an amount in excess of $15,000.00. Therefore, it is believed that an appropri- ation of $18,000.00 is the absolute minimum for this item. Public Works Building Operation Labor ..._...... ...,.,,...__......._.... $4,157.64 $6,500.00 $6,400.00 Other Expenses 2,994.02 2,675.00 2,025.00 $7,151.66 $9,175.00 $8,425.00 58 TOWN OF LEXINGTON The increase in the item for Labor is due to the addition to the Public Works Building payroll of two men, one of whom has been carried on the Water Department payroll and the other on the Highway Department payroll. The Appropriation Committee is informed that both men work entirely in the Public Works Building, and there- fore, should be properly charged to the expenses of that Building. In approving the item for Other Expenses the Appropriation Committee has reduced the amount re- quested for building repair from $600.00 to $200.00; the item. for equipment and repair from $400.00 to $200.00; coal has been reduced from $700.00 to $600.00 and Sun- dry Items from $200.00 to $100.00. An item of $150.00 has been added for Workmen's Compensation & Liability Insurance. Traffic Regulation and Control Labor Other Expenses ... ...�._.. 1935 1936 1936 Expended Requested Approved $521.78 $600.00 $550.00 1,000.01 1,062.50 867.50 $1,521.79 In approving the amount for Other priation Committee has reduced th by the Board of Selectmen for light, signals and repair, painting and si Street Lights Lighting Expenses $21,852.41 Street Signs Labor _....,............... .,........... $75.70) Other Expenses ...»..,..... »...,. 224.30) Public Welfare Salaries and Wages: Agent.........,,.»....»...........,»,,._ Investigator __........_....... CIerks._...,.._.._...._.._...,..._... Office supplies and postage Additional equipment ....... Sundry equipment & repair Relief ..._...,,.,.......... ...... $300.00 $1,697.07) 433.34) 1,434.37) 199.29) 144.00) 34.64) 55,635.71) $1,662.50 $1,417.50 Expenses the Appro- e amounts requested beacon maintenance, gns. $22,500.00 $22,500.00 $200.00 $200.00 $200.00 $200.00 $50,000.00 $50,000.00 $59,578.42 $50,000.00 $50,000.00 REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 59 This appropriation recommended for Public Welfare is in the estimation of the Appropriation Committee, the absolute minimum which can be anticipated for the cur- rent year. In 1935 an original appropriation was made of $30,000.00 In July an additional amount of $20,000.00 was transferred from Surplus Funds, and a further transfer of $8000.00 was made from Surplus Funds in October. At the end of the year it was necessary to make a transfer from the Reserve Fund of $1377.42 to enable the Walfare Department to pay the bills for De- cember. Old Age Assistance Office supplies and postage _...._._ ..,..,.._....... Relief expenditures ... $16.64) 9,904.00) $10,500.00 $10,500.00 $9,920.64 $10,500.00 $10,500.00 State Aid Relief Expenditures _ $168.00 $300.00 $300.00 This amount of $300.00 is the same amount as was ap- propriated for the year 1935. 1935 1936 Expended Requested 1936 Approved Military Aid Relief Expenditures ........ $ 40.00 $ 250.00 $ 250.00 This appropriation recommended of $250.00 appears to be the minimum that can be allowed for Military Aid for the year 1936. Soldiers' Burials Expenses $ 100.00 $ 100.00 This amount of $100.00 is the same amount as has been regularly appropriated. Soldiers' Relief Office supplies and post- age __....,..._ $ 15.17) Relief expenditures ...,3,584.91) $3,500.00 $3,500.00 $3,600.08 $3,500.00 $3,500.00 Town Physician Salary of Physician .._.._ $ 750.00 $ 750.00 $ 750.00 $15,968.31 $14,324.00 $14,019.00 60 TOWN OF LEXINGTON School Maintenance Salaries and Wages: Superintendent ....._.._.....,, CIerical ......, ..»............»...... Attendance Officer ..... School Physicians ...... __ School Nurse ..... Teachers—High ...... Teachers—Elementary Teachers—Special ___ Americanization Substitutes ..._._......._...._.. Janitors—High ......_.......... Janitors—Elementary Other Expenses ........ $ 4,224.00 2,776.74 176.00 980.00 1,496.00 69,922.56 64,476.32 14,724.16 188.00 6,053.07 6,783.45 39,773.81 $ 4,440.00 $ 4,440.00 2,937.38 2,937.38 185.00 185.00 1,025.00 1,025.00 1,572.50 1,572.50 73,863.50 73,863.50 67,993.78 67,993.78 15,477.50 15,477.50 (Special Appropriation for 1936) '700.00 700.00 6,041.65 6,041.65 7,442.22 7,442.22 38,242.00 38,242.00 $211,574.11 $219,920.53 $219,920.53 The increase in salary for the Superintendent and teach- ers is due to the one-half restoration of pay -cut for the full year 1936, and to the salaries of two new teachers which were added September 1st of last year. Also there is an increase in teachers salaries due to the annual in- creases but the budget calls for one less teacher in the Elementary schools beginning September 1936. The in- crease in clerical expenses, salary of physicians, atten- dance officer, and nurse, is due to the one-half restora- tion of pay -cut for the full year. The increase in salaries for Janitors in the Elementary schools is due to the one- half restoration of salary cut for the full year 1936 and is also due to a saving which was of ected in 1935 on ac- count of a Janitor resigning and no appointment made during the Summer. 1935 1936 1936 Expended Requested Approved Cary Memorial Library & Branch Salaries and Wages: Librarian » ...._._.._ $ 1,597.50 $ 1,665.00 $ 1,665.00 Assistants _.._......_......._. 5,212.60 5,349.00 5,349.00 Substitutes ....._ .._..._.._... 151.07 200.00 150.00 Janitors _ 1,671.17 1,630.00 1,630.00 Other Expenses 7,335.97 5,480.00 5,225.00 REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 61 Deduct amount received from County on account of Dog Fees 1,386.41 Total recommended for appropriation $12,632.59 The increase in salaries of Librarian, Assistants, and Janitors, is clue entirely to the one-half restoration of the salary cut for the full year 1936. Parks and Playgrounds Salaries and Wages: Superintendent ............... Clerk....-............_.._.......__... Playground Instructors Other Expenses . .._...... $ 1,700.00 139.23 6,239.41 1,439.85 4,962.84 $14,481.33 $ 1,700.00 400.00 6,196.00 1,691.00 5,095.00 $ 1,700.00 314.00 6,025.00 1,691.00 5,045.00 $15,082.00 $14,775.00 Deduct estimated income from Redman and Tower Funds 475.00 Total recommended for appropriation $14,300.00 The Park Department in submitting its budget for the year 1936 requested $900.00 for a fence at the Center Playground and $425.00 for a fence at the East Lex- ington Playground. These items were not recommended by the Board of Selectmen and have not been approved by the Appropriation Committee. The increase in Cleri- cal Expenses is due to the permanent addition of a one- half time Clerk, now receiving $6.00 per week from this Department.. The increase in expense for Playground Instructors is due to the fact that in 1935 one of the In- structors was paid out of Government funds but it is not anticipated that Government funds will be available for this purpose in 1936. The increase in Other Expenses is due primarily to the approval of the purchase of a Motor Lawn Mower for $350.00 ; repair of Park Drive at an ex- pense of $600.00 ; tennis court repair at an expense of $400.00, and tennis court fence at an expense of $500.00. Memorial Day Expenses Patriots' Day Expenses $ 220.75 $ 250.00 $ 250.00 1935 1936 1936 Expended Requested Approved $ 746.30 $ 500.00 $ 500.00 62 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Insurance Premiums -Fire __...._...._.. $ 6,053.25 $ 3,751.00 $ 3,751.00 Premiums - Sprinkler Leakage, Etc, 270.40 151.24 151.24 Automobile Fire & Theft 150.58 Workmen's Compensation & Public Liability Ins. 3,754.86 Automobile Liability 699.08 Insurance Forms .... ..._ 35.75 $10,963.92 $3,902.24 $3,902.24 The decrease in the amount required for Fire Insurance Premiums for 1936 is due primarily to the fact that a smaller number of policies mature in 1936 than matured in 1935. Also, the rate on Fire Insurance has been re- duced, which is reflected in the amount requested for premiums. In 1936 premiums for Automobile Fire and Theft insurance, Workmen's Compensation, and Public Liability Insurance, and Automobile Liability Insurance will be charged to the departments involved. Administration of Trust Funds Expenses $ 55.00 $ 70.00 $ 70.00 Town Report For printing report .........,,, $1,373.50 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 The amount requested and approved for 1936 appropria- tion for printing Town Report is an estimated figure inasmuch as the actual figure has not been finally deter- mined at the time this report goes to Press. Unclassified Sundry items $ 409.97 $1,000.00 $ 500.00 Water Maintenance Salaries and Wages: Superintendent ......__........ $1,800.00 $ 900.00 $ 900.00 Collector ..... _...... _...._....... _.. 798.75 Registrar and Clerks... 1,356.83 1,300.00 1,256.00 Asst. Superintendent) 1,099.00 Draftsman ......... ....._._.... ) 2,800.00 939.17 Labor.....,,,,.m........................ 16,704.31 12,000.00 12,000.00 Other Expenses 48,256.37 48,250.00 47,200.00 $68,916.26 $65,250.00 $63,394.17 REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 63 In submitting the budget for 1936 the department re- quested $33,000.00 for Metropolitan Water Tax. This item was cut by the Board of Selectmen to a recom- mended amount of $31,500.00. The decrease in the sal- ary for Superintendent is due to the fact that the for- mer Superintendent terminated his connection with the Department on January 31st, and no permanent Superin- tendent has as yet been appointed. It is believed that the amount of $900.00 approved by the Appropriation Com- mittee will be sufficient for this item. No amount has been allowed for salary of Collector of 1936 and this was explained under the account for Collector of Taxes and Town Collector. The Board of Selectmen recommended an amount of $1,300.00 for Clerical Expenses and it was proposed to increase the salaries of the Clerks. This in- crease has not been approved by the Appropriation Com- mittee. 1935 1936 1936 Expended Requested Approved Water Maintenance RepIacements—Meters, Hydrants, etc. Meters, hydrants, and Pipe Fittings .........__..,.. $1,402.11 $1,500.00 $1,500.00 Cemetery Maintenance—Munroe Salaries and Wages: Superintendent __...._..— $ 250.00 $ 250.00 $ 250.00 Clerk ,...._....................... 50.00 50.00 50.00 Labor ....._......._............._ ...... 875.20 2,004.00 2,004.00 Other Expenses ................... 124.77 496.00 496.00 $1,299.97 $2,800.00 $2,800.00 Deduct amount to be drawn From Perpetual Care Fund Income 1,200.00 Total Recommended for appropriation $1,600.00 During the year 1935 a total amount was expended for maintenance at Munroe Cemetery and Perpetual Care at Munroe Cemetery of $2,453.25. It is proposed to spend slightly larger amount in 1936 so as to provide funds for repairs to some of the driveways which are at the present time in very bad condition. 64 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Cemetery Maintenance—Westview Salaries and Wages: Superintendent Clerk Labor........._......... ..........._ Other Expenses $ 450.00 $ 450.00 50.00 50.00 $1,500.02 2,798.00 2,798.00 880.39 702.00 702.00 $2,380.41 Deduct amount to be drawn from Perpetual Care Fund Income Total recommended for appropriation $4,000.00 $4,000.00 500.00 $3,500.00 During the year 1935 the total amount expended for main- tenance at Westview Cemetery and Perpetual Care at Westview Cemetery was $4138.30. This amount requested and approved for 1936 is, therefore somewhat less than was expended in 1935. In 1935, $1,757.89 was expended from Perpetual Care Fund Income but this available in- come is now considerably reduced and it is necessary to make an increased direct appropriation. In 1935 the sal- ary of the Superintendent and Clerk was charged to the Perpetual Care Income account. The Appropriation Com- mittee recommends that $2,500.00 of the Appropriation be provided by a transfer from the Westview Cemetery Sale of Lots account, leaving an amount of $1,000.00 to be raised in the Tax Levy. 1935 1936 1936. Expended Requested Approved Interest on Debt Interest on Temporary Loans, General Loans, and Public Service En- terprise Loans ....._................. $27,220.72 $27,748.13 $26,156.25 Deduct Interest to be paid on Water LAans by Water Dept. 7,156.25 7,156.25 Balance to be appropriated ...... $20,591.88 $19,000.00 Maturing Debt General Loans $ 8,500.00 $ 3,500.00 $ 3,500.00 School Loans 50,500.00 48,500.00 48,500.00 Sewer Loans ..... 25,000.00 19,000.00 19,000.00 Drainage Loans ....._3,000.00 3,000.00 3,000.00 Water Loans ...._............. 45,000.00 44,000.00 44,000.00 $132,000.00 $118,000.00 $118,000.00 REPORT OF `TOWN [ CLERK Oedaet ariiounts to be trans- .Loarx--1+und ;and. P. W. A... Water Standpipe Loan Fund, 10,259.88 10,2.9.88 Balanee',to be appropriated _,.... _ $107j40.12 . $107;740.12 Article 8: • Tb see if the Town will make an appropria- tion for the suppression. of Gypsyand Brown Tail moths, and other pests, in ' acebrdance with Chapter 132, General Lawsi:or act in any ?Wanner, relating thereto..' In``1935 there was a totar'expenditure for this. item'''of $1,9'22:24 bf which $300 (10 i s' for salary of Superintend- eret and $1,173.$2 for labor. • A request is made for an'ap= propriation for the year 1936 of "$1,855.00 of iMidi. $300.00 is for the salary of Suvei ntendent and $1,232:00 is fdr Labor. The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sum • of $1,855.00 be appropriated under. this Article. Article 9. ' To "see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate;.a sum ;of :money. for the Reserve Fund as provided by Chapter 40, Section General Laws, or take any action .re- lating thereto: The,Apprrrop;riation,Committee feels that it:would be ad- , pisatile to beon, the ;safe side :and appropriate an addi- tional $500.00 to this account. Accordingly, the. Appro- priation Committee recommends the appropriation of of. $3,500.00, ander this hrticle: Article 10. To soeif the; Town will vote to appropri- ate funds for the payment of pensions to retired members of the Police and Fire Departments, funder Chapter 32, Gen- eral Laws, or act in any manner, relating thereto. The Appropriation Committee recommends the appropri- " ' ation of $1,110.85 for Fire DepartMent pensions and $1,098.00 for Police Department pensions under this Article. , . Article 11. To seeif' the Town will vote to authorize the Selectmen to petition the Director of Accounts of the State for an audit for the year 193. ‘The Appropralation Committee recommends favorable VW- ' ticryz, 66 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Article 12. To see if the Town will vote to appro- priate money for the support of a Posture Clinic, to be ex- pended under the direction of the Board of Health or by a Committee appointed by said Board. The Appropriation Committee does not believe that the continuation of the Posture Clinic is a necessary Town function. Accordingly the Appropriation Committee rec- ommends that this Article be indefinitely postponed. Article 13. 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 the care, mainte- nance, and repair of the Middlesex County Tuberculosis Hospital, 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 relating thereto. The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sum of $3,498.83 be appropriated under this Article. Article 14. To see if the Town will vote to transfer the sum of $1,386.41, received from Middlesex County for dog fees, to the Cary Memorial Library Account. The Appropriation Committee recommends the transfer of the sum of $1,386.41 to the Cary Memorial Library Account. Article 15. To see if the Town will vote to establish a clinic for the free immunization of dogs against rabies, and appropriate money for said clinic. The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sub- stance of this Article be adopted and that the sum of $350.00 be appropriated. Article 16. To see if the Town will vote to keep the street lights on all night. The Appropriation Committee recommends that this Article be indefinitely postponed, Article 17. To see if the Town will vote to amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law by substituting for Section 10, a new Section 10 reading as follows: Section 10. Existing Uses and Buildings. Any use or building or part of a build- REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 67 ing which, at the time of the adoption of the original Lex- ington Zoning By -Law was and still is being put to a non- conforming use, may continue to be used for the same pur- pose, and may be repaired or structurally altered; but no such building, if destroyed to the extent of 90 per cent of its insurable value, shall be rebuilt, nor shall such building be extended or enlarged, nor shall it be used for a different pur- pose except subject to the provisions of Section 9. The Appropriation Committee makes no recommendation under this Article. Article 18. To see if the Town will vote to amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law by adding to Section 4, R. 1 Dis- tricts, Paragraph 6, the following paragraph : "Excavation and removal from the premises of any sod, loam, sand, gravel, clay or quarried or crushed stone, except that the provisions of section 9 do not apply when such excavation and removal are incidental to and in connection with the construction of a building for which a permit has been is- sued in accordance with the building by-law and this by- law, and when such excavation or removal are permitted un- der paragraph numbered '4' in the paragraphs headed 'In R. 1 Districts'." The Appropriation Committee makes no recommendation under this Article. Article 19. To see if the Town will vote, upon petition of Sarah A. Cutler, to amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and Map by changing from an R. 1 District to a C. 1 District the parcel of land described as follows : On the easterly side of Pleasant Street beginning at a point about 100 feet from the northerly line of the Cam- bridge Turnpike extending northerly one hundred and fifty (150) feet along PIeasant Street and of a depth of one hundred (100) feet, the southerly side of the said parcel being Clematis Brook. The Appropriation Committee makes no recommendation under this Article. Article 20. To see if the Town will vote, upon petition of Ernest DeVincent, to amend the Lexington Zoning By - Law and Map by changing from an R. 1 Disrtict to a C. 1 District the parcel of land described as follows: .!,TOWN OF' LEXINGTON.._ - geginning at the junction of Northwest corner of -Fleas- aiit. Street. and the boundary line of the :State Highway known as the Concord -Cambridge 1-lighway, and running;;- Northeasterly along said Pleasant Street' 105 'feet'ta -Clematis Brbok, thence turning and running:-'' Northwesterly 160 feet along said brook thence tur-, ing and running: • Westerly on a line parallel to the boundary line of 'Said State Highway 525 feet more or less to:land now or former- ly, of Moody, Land Company ; thence turning and. running:- - Southwesterly' unning:- Southwestriy by land of said Moody Laiid Company 170 feet -to the boundary line of said State highway; thence turning and running Easterly,along the boundary:line ofsaid hi h�s;ay 'SOU feet,more,or less to the point of beginning. ` The Appropriation Committee makes' no recomMendt1tibii under this Article. Article'21'. ' To see if the Town Will vote to appropriate money for the payment of tuition of pupils attendiTig'Voca- tional School •or act in any manner relating thereto.. The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sum of $1,07000 be appropriated under this Article: Article 22. To see if the Town will voteto appropriate money for the maintenance of classes. for ,instruction , in Americanization or act in any manner relating thereto. The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sum of $200:00 be appropriated under this Article. Article 23. , To see if the Town will vote to appE opriate money to pay the necessary expenses of the Superintendent of Schools incurred outside the Commonwealth in securing riforinatio'n uponmatters in Which the, 1os)fi` i 'interested or which may tend to improve the service in the 'School'De- parti ent. The, Appropriation Committee recommends that the sum of $125.00 be appropriated;unde,r this Article , REPORT OF TOWN CLERK fig Article 24. To see if the Town will vote to appropriate money for the unpaid bills for the year 1935 in the follow- ing account: Law Department, $95,25. The .Appropriation Committee recommends that the sum of $95.25 be appropriated under the Article. Article 25. To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate a sum of money for the improvement of Lincoln Street; said money to be used in conjuction with any money which may be allotted by. the State or County, or both, for this purpose ; or take any other action in relation thereto. The Appropriation Committee feels that it is advisable to construct as much of Lincoln Street' as possible with the funds now available. When this much is completed the Town can then obtain an estimate as to the costof com- pleting the construction of this street. The Appropria- tion Committee accordingly recommends that this Article be indefinitely postponed. Article 26. To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate a sum of money for the improvement of Water- town Street; said money to be used in conjunction with any money which may be allotted by the State or County, or both, for this purpose; or take any other action in relation thereto. The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sum of $1,200.00 be appropriated under this Article. Article 27. To see if the Town will authorize the Se- lectmen to install street lights in the .following unaccepted streets: Summit Road ; Cary Street ; Kendall Road; Hamilton Road; Ledgelawn Avenue. The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sub- stance of this Article be adopted. Article 28. To see if the Town will vote to install water mains in the following unaccepted streets, subject to the assessment of betterments and to take by eminent do- main the necessary easement therefor: Blake Road, from the present end, to Preston Road.; Preston Road from Blake Road to Simonds Road, 70 TOWN OF LEXINGTON and to provide funds for said installations by direct appro- priations, or by transfer from other funds. Inasmuch as there are no houses on the sections of Blake Road and Preston Road in which it is proposed to install water mains the Appropriation Committee is opposed to such extension. The Appropriation Committee according- ly recommends that this Article be indefinitely postponed. Article 29. To see if the Town will vote to instruct the Tax Collector and Town Collector to turn over to the Town Treasurer his collections daily. The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sub- stance of this Article be adopted. Article 30. To see if the Town will vote to amend the General By -Laws of the Town of Lexington so as to provide that the Tax Collector and Town Collector shall turn over to the Town Treasurer his collections daily. The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sub- stance of this Article be adopted. Article 31. To see if the Town will vote to instruct the Town Clerk to turn over to the Town Treasurer any or all fees received by him as Town Clerk. The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sub- stance of this Article be adopted. Article 32. To see if the Town will vote to amend the General By -Laws of the Town of Lexington so as to provide that the Town Clerk shall turn over to the Town Treasurer any or all fees received by him as Town Clerk. The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sub- stance of this Article be adopted. Article 33. To see if the Town will vote to appropriate a sum of money to defray the expense incurred by the Town Counsel in the case of Ryder v Town of Lexington, which pertains to Vine Brook Drainage. The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sum of $1,500.00 be appropriated under this Article. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 71 Article 34. To see if the Town will vote to appropriate a sum of money to satisfy the judgment entered against the Town in. the case of Anthony Ross & Son v Town of Lex- ington. The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sum of $1,738.55 be appropriated under this Article. Article 35. To see if the Town will vote to transfer unexpended balances in any of the accounts to the Excess and Deficiency Account or to any of the other Town Sur- plus Accounts. The Appropriation Committee recommends the f allowing transfers under this Article: From Fire Alarm Boxes account to Excess & Deficiency account $13.00. From Highway Construction—Gleason Road No. 1 to Ex- cess & Deficiency account $222.23. From Water Construction --Pinewood & Summit Roads account to Water Dept. Available Surplus $868.30. Article 36. To see if the Town will vote to establish as a town way or accept the layout of as a town way, Tower Road, from Massachusetts Avenue a distance of approxi- mately 455 feet southerly, as laid out by the Selectmen, un- der the Betterment Act, and shown upon a certain plan on file in the office of the Town Clerk, dated February 10, 1936, and to take by eminent domain the necessary easements therefor, and appropriate money for the construction of said street, or act in any manner relating thereto. The Appropriation Committee recommends that this Article be indefinitely postponed. Article 37. To see if the Town will vote to establish as a town way or accept the layout of as a town way, Rich- ard Road, from Tower Road to near Plymouth Road, a dis- tance of approximately 275 feet, as laid out by the Select- men, under the Betterment Act, and shown upon a certain plan on file in the office of the Town Clerk, dated February 10, 1936, and to take by eminent domain the necessary ease- ments therefor, and appropriate money for the construction of said street, or act in any manner relating thereto. The Appropriation Committee recommends that this Article be indefinitely postponed. 72 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Article 38. To see if the Town will vote to establish as a town way or accept the layout of as a town way, Plym- outh Road, from Richard Road to Robbins Road, a distance of approximately 585 feet, as laid out by the Selectmen, un- der the Betterment Act, and shown upon a certain plan. on file in the office of the Town Clerk, dated February 10, 1936, and to take by eminent domain the necessary easements therefor, and appropriate money for the construction of said street, or act in any manner relating thereto. . The Appropriation Committee recommends that this Article be indefinitely postponed. Article 39. To see if the Town will vote to establish as a town way or accept the layout of as a town way, Hibbert Street, from Massachusetts Avenue southwesterly, a dis- tance of approximately 230 feet, as laid out by the Select- men, under the Betterment Act, and shown upon a plan on file in the office of the Town Clerk, dated February 15, 1936, and to take by eminent domain the necessary easements therefor, and appropriate money for the construction of said street, or act in any manner relating thereto. The Appropriation Committee recommends that this Article be indefinitely postponed. Article 40. To see if • the Town will vote to purchase or take by eminent domain for highway purposes a parcel of land approximately 23,286 square feet in area, now owned by the Boston & Maine railroad, and used as an entrance to and exit from the Lexington Railroad station, and provide funds therefor by direct appropriation. The Appropriation Committee recommends that this Article be indefinitely postponed. Article 41. To see if the Town. will vote to take for highway purposes the following described parcel of land, be- ing the northerly side of Depot Park, approximately 9,000 square feet in area, and appropriate the sum of $2,000' for excavating and resurfacing the same to be used for a public parking space. The Appropriation Committee • recommends that this Article be indefinitely postponed. REPORT OF TOWNCLERK 73 Article 42. To see if the Town will vote to appropriate money for a power sprayer . for the use of the Moth and Shade Tree Division. 'The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sum of $1,100.00 be appropriated under this Article. Article 43. To see if the Town will vote to appropriate money for a highway grader for the use of the Highway Division. The Appropriation. Committee recommends that the sum of $4,500.00 be appropriated under this Article. Article 44. To see if the Town will vote to install sew- er mains in such unaccepted or accepted streets as may be applied for during the year 1936 in accordance with author- ity contained in the By -Laws of the Town, subject to the assessment of betterments, or otherwise, and to take by emi- nent domain the necessary easement therefor, and to appro- priate money for said installation of mains by direct appro- priation or by transfer from other funds. The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sub- stance of this Article be adopted and that the sum of $1,500.00 be appropriated and transferred from the Sew- er Assessment Fund. Article 45. To see if the Town will vote: to install water mains in such accepted or unaccepted streets as ,may be applied for during the year 1936 in accordance with authority contained in the By -Laws of the Town, subject to the assessment of betterments, and to take by eminent domain the necessary easement therefor, and appropriate money for said installation of mains by direct appropriation or by transfer from other funds. The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sub- stance of this Article be adopted and that the sum of $5,000.00 be appropriated and transferred from Water Dept. Available Surplus. Article 46. To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Selectmen to construct granolithic sidewalks where the abutting owner pays one-half the cost, and provide funds for said construction by direct, appropriation. 74 TOWN OF LEXINGTON The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sub- stance of this Article be adopted and that the sum of $1,000.00 be appropriated. Article 47. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate money for the installation of granite curbing on the westerly side of Bedford Street from Elm Avenue to a point approximately two hundred (200) feet north of Newcomb & Dailey's Garage. The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sub- stance of this Article be adopted and that the sum of $900.00 be appropriated. Article 48. To see if the Town will vote to appropriate money for highway maintenance under authority of Chapter 90 of the General Laws. The Appropriation Committee recommends the sum of $2,000.00 be appropriated under this Article. Article 49. To see if the Town will vote to designate by name the street extending from Hancock Street to Bed- ford Street commonly known as North Hancock Street. The Appropriation Committee makes no recommendation under this Article. Article 50. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate money for Pleasant Street and Watertown Street land damages resulting from the relocation or reconstruction of said streets. The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sum of $1,050.00 be appropriated under this Article. Payments are to be made as follows: Patrick J. Shanahan J. Alexander Wilson Mary D. Hatch $450.00 200.00 400.00 Article 51. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate money for the installation and maintenance of warning signals at Fletcher Avenue at the Boston & Maine railroad crossing. The Appropriation Committee recommends that this Article be indefinitely postponed. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 75 Article 52. To see if the Town will authorize the Board of Selectmen to sell and dispose of the property taken by the Town by foreclosure of tax titles. The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sub- stance of this Article be adopted. Article 53. To see if the Town will vote to appropriate funds for labor and materials on public works and for other expenses in connection therewith, to be expended by the Se- lectman for aid to persons employed on various projects. The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sum of $5,000.00 be appropriated under this Article. Article 54. To see if the Town will vote to establish the compensation of the Collector of Taxes, and Town Col- lector, Town Clerk, and Town Treasurer. The Appropriation Committee recommends that the com- pensation of the officers named in this Article be estab- lished as follows: Collector of Taxes and Town Collector $2,775.00 per annum. Town Clerk $1,775.00 per annum. Town Treasurer $950.00 per annum. Article 55. To see if the Town will vote to appropriate money for the installation of underground cable and for th e separation of tapper and box circuits for the Fire Depart- ment. The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sum of $3,981.00 be appropriated under this Article. Article 56. To see if the Town will vote to appropriate money for the installation of a water main not less than 6" and not more than 16" in diameter in Bloomfield Street from Massachusetts Avenue to Highland Avenue. The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sum of $6,000.00 be appropriated under the Article. Article 57. To see if the Town will vote to appropriate a sum of money for the installation of surface drainage in Bloomfield Street from Massachusetts Avenue to Highland Avenue. 76 TOWN OF LEXINGTON The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sum of $3,000.00 be appropriated under the Article. Article 58. To see if the Town tivill vote to appropriate a sum of money for the repair of the dwelling at Westview Cemetery, or take any action in relation thereto. The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sum of $200.00 be appropriated under this Article. Article 59. To see if the Town will vote to appropriate a sum of money for new development at Westview Ceme- tery by direct appropriation or by transfer from other funds, or take any. other action in relation thereto. The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sum of $500.00 be appropriated under this Article, and fur- ther recommends that this sum of $500.00 be transferred front the Westview Cemetery Sale of Lots Fund. Article 60. To see if the Town will vote to appropriate a sum of money for the installation of fire alarm boxes. The Appropriation Committee recommends . that this Article be indefinitely postponed. SUMMARY OF APPROPRIATIONS RECOMMENDED Article 7. Appropriation Committee Selectmen's Department Accounting Department Treasurer's Department Collector's Department Assessors' Department Other Finance Offices & Accounts Law Department Town Clerk's Department Elections and Registrations Public Works — Superintendent's Office Town Offices and Cary Memorial Building Engineering Department Planning Board Board of Appeals Police Department Maintenance Police Department—New Equipment Fire Department $600.00 4,850.17 3,767,50 1,788.00 6,875.00 5,968.25 200.00 2,500.00 2,213.80 2,299.00 4,532.00 9,100.48 10,140.21 225.00 200.00 37,151.31 650.00 38,244.53 Carried Foward $131,305.25 REPORT O1' "GOWN CLERK 77 'Brought Forward $131`,305.25 Building Inspection '1,180:0 '''Wire Inspection 620.00 Weights and Measures Department 415.00 i' ".. ':Shade Trees x,772.00 Forest Fires.4170702;00,0 1,c 00 0 ) Dog Officers IA.00 Health Department '6,000.00 Dental Clinic ' 1,950.06 Vital Statistics , ; 50.00 Animal Inspection 5Q0,0@ . ns ':;Slaughtering 1pectiop.: ; - 600.00 Plumbing Inspection 450.00 Sewer Maintenance 4,110.06 Care of Dumps and Removal of Ashes 1,900.00 Garbage Collection 3,600.00 Highway Maintenance'40,000.00 Snow Removal ,18,000.00 Public Works Building—Operation Operation 8,425.0D Traffic Regulation and Control ' 1,417.50 Street Lights 22,500.00 Street Signs . ,.•. 200.00 Public Welfare 50,9004 Old Age Assistance . 10,500.00 State Aid ' 300.00 Military Aid 250.00 Soldiers' Burials 100.00 Soldiers' Relief 3, 0.0-40 Town Physician 750.00 School Maintenance 219,920.53 Cary Memorial Library '12;632.59 `Parks and Playgrounds 14,300.00 Memorial Day ' 3&009 • .Patriots' Day 500.00 Insurance ,3,$02,24 Administration of Trust Funds ' 76.00 'Town Report Unclassified 500.00 ,, -Water Maintenance 63,394.17 Water Maintenance Replacements—Meters, Hydrants, etc. `1100.00 Cemetery Maintenance -Munroe 1,600.00 Cemetery Maintenance -Westview ,,3,300.,00 , Interest on Debt V9,000.00 Maturing Debt 107,740.12 Total Article 7 $762,414.40 78 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Brought Forward $762,414.40 Article 8 Insect Suppression 1,855.00 Article 9 Reserve Fund 3,500.00 Article 10 Pensions—Fire Department 1,110.85 Article 10 Pensions—Police Department 1,098.00 Article 13 Middlesex County Tuberculosis Hospital Assessment 3,498.83 Article 15 Dog Clinic 350.00 Article 21 School Department—Vocational Education 1,070.00 Article 22 School Department—Americanization classes 200.00 Article 23 School Department—Out of State Travel 125.00 Article 24 Unpaid 1935 bills— Law Department 95.25 Article 26 Highway Construction—Watertown Street 1,200.00 Article 33 Law Department—Ryder case 1,500.00 Article 34 Anthony Ross and Son—Judgment 1,738.55 Article 42 Insect Department Equipment 1,100.00 Article 43 Highway Department Equipment 4,500.00 Article 44 Sewer Construction—Sundry Streets 1,500.00 Article 45 Water Construction—Sundry Streets 5,000.00 Article. 46 Sidewalk Construction 1,000.00 Carried Forward $792,855.88 REPORT OF TOWN CLERK Brought Forward Article 47 Stone Curbing—Bedford Street Article 48 Highway Maintenance—State and County Aid Article 50 Highway Department Land Damages Article 53 Labor, Materials and Expenses, on Public Works Article . 55 Fire Department Underground Cable Article 56 Water Construction—Bloomfield Street Article 57 Drain Construction—Bloomfield Street Article 58 Westview Cemetery—Dwelling Repair Article 59 Westview Cemetery—New Development Total of Warrant 79 $792,855.88 900.00 2,000.00 1,050.00 5,000.00 3,981.00 6,000.00 3,000.00 200.00 500.00 $815,486.88 80 TOWN OF LEXINGTON OUTSIDE OF TAX LEVY Article 7 Water Receipts— To offset appropriation for Water Maintenance To offset appropriation for Water Maintenance Replacements Article 7 From Westview Cemetery Sale of Lots Fund— For, part of appropriation of Cemetery Maintenance— Westview Article 44 From Sewer Assessment Fund Article 45 From Water Department Available Surplus Article 59 From Westview Cemetery Sale of Lots Fund $63,394.17 Total outside of Tax Levy Total of Warrant Less Amounts outside of Tax Levy 1,500.00 2,500.00 1,500.00 5,000.00 500.00 $74,394.17 $815,486.88 74,394.17 Net Appropriations Recommended $741,092.71 Add Taxes to State and County as estimated— , (Except Metropolitan Water Tax) 70,000.00 Add Overlay for 1936 as estimated 10,000.00 Deduct Receipts as estimated (Exce Income Tax Corporation Taxes Race Tracks Motor Vehicle Excise Special Assessments Schools Interest on Taxes Charities Other Receipts as estimated Deduct Poll Taxes as estimated pt Water Dept) $38,000.00 5,000.00 1,000.00 20,000.00 8,000.00 18,000.00 10,000.00 16,000.00 10,000.00 $821,092.71 126,000.00 $695,092.71 6,800.00 Balance to be raised in Tax Levy, as estimated $688,292.71 REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 81 Rate of $32.00 per thousand on an estimated valuation of $21,500,000.00 $688,000.00 Respectfully submitted, A. EDWARD ROWSE, Chairman A. RANDALL SODERBERG GEORGE M. HYNES HASKALL REED LOUIS E. YEAGER HAROLD G. BOWEN RAYMOND L. WHITE GEORGE W. BUTTERS ALLEN W. RUCKER JAMES H. RUSSELL, Secretary (Town Accountant) APPROPRIATION COMMITTEE OF THE TOWN OF LEXINGTON 82 TOWN OF LEXINGTON It was moved and seconded that the report be accepted and placed on file. Unanimous 8:10 P. M. Selectman Charles Ferguson moved to take up Article 3. Article 3. Voted: That John C. Russell and Ed- ward C. Maguire be elected as Field Drivers. Unanimous 8:10 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 4. Article 4. 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 the revenue of the financial year beginning January 1, 1937, and to issue a note or notes therefor, payable within one year and to renew any note or notes as may be given for a period of less than one year in accordance with Section 17, Chapter 44, General Laws. Question by Dr. Shannon what year the loans would cover. Motion as presented. Unanimous 8 :11 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 5, moving that Article 5 be indefinitely postponed. Unanimous 8 :12 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 6. Article 6. Voted: That the Town Treasurer, with the approval of the Selectmen, be and hereby is authorized to refund any or all of the revenue notes) issued in antici- pation of the revenue of the year 1936, in accordance with the provisions of Section 17, Chapter 44, General. Laws ; any debt so incurred to be paid from the revenue of the year 1936. Unanimous 8:13 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 7. Article 7. Voted : That the following amounts be appropriated and assessed for the current year: The moderator stated if no objections, he would continue from one item to the other, also all items were open for questions. The following were voted upon : For the expenses of the Appropriation Committee— Carried unanimous 8:19 P. M. ........... _.......... _...._...._.__..... 600.00 For salaries and expenses of the Selectmen's Dept. (of which $1,000.00 is for expenses of Selectmen 5029.77 REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 83 Mr. Rowse, Chairman of Appropriation Committee of- fered the following amendment that vote read: Of which $1,000.00 is for expenses of Selectmen and $1,517.67 for salary of Clerk. Amendment Carried Unanimous 8:23 P. M. The following vote was presented: For salaries and expenses of the Selectmen's Dept. (of which $1,000.00 is for expenses of Selectmen for 1936 and $1,517.67 for salary of Clerk). —Carried unanimous 8:24 P. M..._._.........._._._...._...._..... 84 TOWN OF LEXINGTON For the Salary and Expense of the Supt of Pub- lic Works (of which $4,292.00 is for salary of Supt. of Public Works and Clerk) — Carried unanimous 8:29 P. M. _._..._.__...._....__.._..._...._..._..._.... For the expenses of the Town Office Bldg. and Cary MemorialBuilding.._._....__.._...._...._......._...._...._...._.._...._._._.._. 4,532.00 10,150.48 Amendment presented by Mr. Rowse, Chairman of Ap- propriation Committee, vote to read (of which $3,020.48 is for salary of janitors) . 4,850.17 Amendment Carried Unanimous 8:35 P. M. For the Expense of the Town Office Building and Cary Memorial . Building ,(of which $3,020.48 is for salary of Janitors) — Carried unanimous 8:36 P. M._......__._.__.._......_.._...._...........__....__.._..._...._...._._._...._..._...._._.. For the salaries and expenses of the Engineer- ing Dept. _.__...._......__...._...._...._.........._.__....__ 10,298.43 Amendment presented by Mr. Rowse, Chairman of Ap- propriation Committee, vote to read (of which $9,320.21 is, 6,875.00 for salaries) . For the salary and expenses of the Town Account- ant (of which $2775.00 is for salary). —Carried unanimous 8:25 P. M. 3,767.50 For the salary and expenses of the Town Treasurer (of which $950.00 is for salary).—Carried unan- imous8:25 P. M. ....._...._...._...._....__.::_....__.._... ..._... 1,788.00 For the salary and expenses of the Collector of Taxes (of which $2,775.00 is for salary)—Carried unanimous8:25 P. M......_..._....__......_..__.........._..........- For the salary and expenses of the Board of Asses- sors (of which $1,000.00 is for salary of the As- sessors) — Carried unanimous 8:26 P. M. ..... _...._..... For Other Finance Offices and Accounts—Carried unanimous 8:26 P. M. ..... ...... ........ ........ __________ ..... For legal services and expense (of which $925.00 is for salary of Town Counsel) — Carried unan- imous 8:26 P. M. ....._...._...._..._...._.. 9,100.48 5,968.25 200.00 2,500.00 For the salary and expenses of the Town Clerk (of which $1,775.00 is for salary of Town Clerk) —Carried unanimous 8:26 P. M. 2,213.80 For Elections and Registrations — Carried unani- mous 8:27 P. M 2,299.00 For the salary and expenses of the Supt. of Pub- lic Works (of which $3,300.00 is for salary)....._ 4,634.00 Amendment presented by Mr. Rowse, Chairman of Ap- propriation Committee, vote to read (of which $4,292.00 is for salary of Supt. of Public Works and Clerk) . Amendment Carried Unanimous 8:28 P. M. Amendment Carried Unanimous 8 :43 P. M. For Salaries and Expenses of the Engineering De- partment (of which $9,320.21 is for salaries) — Carried unanimous 8:44 P. M. .....__.._.__...._...._.._ For the Expense of the Planning Board — Carried unanimous 8:44 P. M.._._.__...._.__......_._.._._...._...._._._...._ 10,140.21 225.00 For the Expense of the Board of Appeals — Car- ried unanimous 8:44 P. M. ..... 200.00 For the salaries and expenses of the Police Dept. _ 39,056.01 Amendment presented by Mr. Rowse, Chairman of Ap- propriation Committee, vote to read (of which $32,721.31 is for salaries, $650.00 for trade-in auto and motorcycle) . Amendment Carried Unanimous 8:49 P. M. For the Salaries and Expense of the Police Depart- ment (of which $32,721.31 is for salaries, and $650.00 for trade-in Auto and Motorcycle) — Carried unanimous 8:50 P. M. ....... _.._._.__...... _........... _... 37,801.31 For the Salaries and Expenses of the Fire Depart- ment — Carried unanimous 8:51 P. M.»..._._._._._..._ 38,594.53 REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 85 Mr. Rowse, •Chairman of Appropriation Committee, of - fors the following amendment: For salaries and expenses of the Fire Dept., $38,244.53. Amendment Carried Unanimous 8:51 P. M. For the salaries and expenses of the Fire Depart- ment - Carried unanimous 8:51 P. M. ...... .:.__..:.. For the salary and expenses of the Building In- spector (of which $1,045.00 is for salary) -- Carried unanimous 8:51 P. M:' ....._.•..:..... For the Salary and Expense of the Wire "Inspec- tor {of which $600.00 is for salary) —Carried unanimous8:51 P. M. .._._...._...._..._....»._. •.........»...,_,......., For the Salary and Expenses of the Sealer of Weights and Measures - (of which $500.00 is for salary) .....,.,.,,...._...._...._...._....... ...._:.::_.._....»......,,.»....................... 38,244.53 1,205.00 620.00 575.00 Amendment presented by Mr. Rowse, Chairman of Ap- propriation Committee, vote to read (of which $400.00 is for salary). Amendment Carried Unanimous 8:52 P. M. For the Salary and Expense of the Sealer of Weights and Measures - (of which $400.00 is for salary:) -- Carriedunanimously 8:52 P. M..,,......... '475.00 For the protection of Public Shade Trees and for , the planting.. of Shade Trees, Carried unani- mous8:53 P. M......_..__...._...._......._._....____...._...._...._.,..»..... 2,772.00 For the Expense of Forest Fires — Carried unani- imous 8:5a P. M. ... . For the Salary and Expense of the Dog 'Officer (of which $100.00 is for salary) Carried unanimous 8:53 P. M. ..._...._..__...._...._...._...._.._._...• .. ..... 150.00 For the Maintenance of Public Health and Sanita- tion »..:»,,..:... 6,100.00 Amendment presented by Mr. Rowse, ` Chairman of Appropriation Committee, vote .to read (maintenance $6,000,00). Amendment Carried Unanimous 8:54 P. M. For the Maintenance of Public Health and Sanita- tion Carried unanimous 8:55 P. M. ».. _. 1,000.00: 86 TOWN OF LEXINGTON For the Expense of the Dental Clinic -- Carried unanimous8:55 P. M. ....._..._.._•..._...._...._...._...._... .._..... For Vital Statistics—Carried unanimous 8:56 P. M. For the Salary of the Inspector of Animals -- Car- ried unanimous 8:56 P. M. _.._..,, ,_.,.........,.»... ...»,,.._... 500.00 For the Salary of the Inspector of Slaughtering — Carried unanimous 8:56 P. M. _ ,...,...... ........ .... For the Salary and Expenses of the Plumbing In- spector (of which $800.00 is for salary) _...,.,, ... 850.00 General discussion regarding salary of Plumbing In- spector. 1,850.00 50.00 600.00 Yes 20 30 19 12 81 Tellers Pierce Redman Rudd Sarano No 25 15 21 24 85 Declared lost 9:02 P. M. Amendment for reduction of salary lost 85 to 81, 9:02 P. M. Original Motion as presented carried unanimous 9 :03 P. M. For the Expenses of the Sewer Maintenance Dept. 4,200.00 Amendment presented by Mr. Rowse, Chairman of Ap- propriation Committee, vote to read (of which $1,020.00 is for salaries of Superintendent and Clerk). Amendment Carried Unanimous 9:04 P. M. For the Expenses of the Sewer Maintenance De- partment (of which $1,020.00 is for salaries of Superintendent and Clerk) — Carried unanimous 9:05 P. M. ..•....__..., .......,..._........._._._...._._._....».. _..».,,..»....».,... 4,110.00 For Removal of Ashes and Care of Dumps—Carried unanimous 9:06 P. M. .._...............__...._..._ 1,920.00 For the Expense of Collecting Garbage — Carried unanimous 9:06 P. M. _..._....----»...._.m_...._. ...._...._...._ 3,600.00 6,000.00 For the Maintenance and Care of Highways 40,000.00 REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 87 Amendment presented by Mr. Rowse, Chairman of Ap- propriation Committee to read (of which $5,360.00 is for salaries of Superintendents and Clerk). Amendment Carried Unanimous 9:14 P. M. For the Maintenance and Care of Highways (of which $5,360.00 is for salaries of Superintendents and Clerk). Carried Unanimous 9:15 P. M. 40,000.00 For Expense of Removal of Snow and Ice —Carried unanimous 9:15 P. M. 18,000.00 For the Expense and Operation of the Public Works Building_.....,.._..»_...,..._..._....____...._.__..._..__..._....__.._...._.. _.9,025.00 Amendment presented by Mr. Rowse, Chairman of Ap- propriation Committee vote to read (of which $6,400.00 is for labor) . Amendment Carried Unanimous 9:16 P. M. For the Expense and Operation of the Public Works Building (of which $6,400.00 is for labor) — Carried unanimous 9:16 P. M. _..._._......_.._...._.......,.. 8,425.00 For the Expenses of Traffic Regulation and Control 1,587.50 Amendment presented by Mr. Rowse, Chairman of Ap- propriation Committee vote to read (for expenses of Traffic Regulation and Control, $1,417,50). Amendment Carried Unanimous 9:17 P. M. For Expenses of Traffic Regulation and Control —Carried unanimous 9:17 P. M....__..._.__..._..._..._... 1,417.50 For the Expenses of Street Lights — Carried unan- imous9:18 P. M......_..,,».._....,......._...._.._....__._...._..__.....,..... 22,500.00 For the Construction and Repair of Street Signs — Carried unanimous 9:18 P. M...._...._...._...,_,..._ .._....__... 200.00 For the Expense of the Public Welfare Department — Carried unanimous 9:18 P. M. ..»....._... .._...._... 50,000.00 For Old Age Assistance in accordance with the General Laws, Chapter 118A and Chapter 402, inserted by Acts of 1930.....,..........,........ ,..._.. _...._.._._..... 10,500.00 For State Aid — Carried unanimous 9:19 P. M. ...... 300.00 For Military Aid — Carried unanimous 9:19 P. M. 250.00 For Soldiers' Burials — Carried unanimous 9:19 P. M 100.00 88 TOWN OF LEXINGTON For Soldiers' Relief — Carried unanimous 9:18.. P. M. For the Salary of the. Town: Physician — Carried unanimous 9:19 P. M. _..._...._...._...._..__...._... _ ._..__... For the Support of Public Schools -- Carried unan- imous 9:19 P..M......._...._.._.-._....:.�....._ .,...,___ .....—... - For the Support of the Libraries -- Carried unan- imous 9:20 P. M. ...,,.,,.. ,....,,.. For the Maintenance of Public Parks and Play- grounds — Carried unanimous 9:20 P. M. ._.. For the proper observance of. Memorial Day, to be expended under the direction of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War — Carried unanimotis 9:20 P. M. ..... 3,500.00 750.00 219,920.53 12,632.59 14,300.00 250.00 For the expensesof the April 19th celebration Carried unanimous 9:20 P. M. 500.00 For Insurance = Carried unanimous,9:20 P. M...i.. :..3,902,24 For the Administration of Trust Funds — Carried unanimous 9:21 P. M ,....._.:. ..... ..�.- _....:.T For the Expense of printing and publishing, the Town Report —Carried unanimous 9:21 P. M. For Unclassified Expenses — Carried unanimous For the Water Maintenance Account, and: that 'the. amount of receipts in excessof this appropria- tion and the appropriation for Water, Mainten- ance Replacements be reserved to be appropria- ted for Water Dept. purposes Carried . unan- imous 9:21 P. M. For Water Maintenance Replacements — Carried unanimous 9:22 P. M. .....»........,_. _.......» _..r For the Maintenance of Munroe Cemetery -- Car- ried unanimous 9:22 P. M '.,.,.:.....,.: 1,600.00 For the Maintenance of Westview Cemetery 1,600.00 Amendment presented by Mr. Rowse, Chairman of Ap- propriation.Committee vote to read (for: the Maintenance of Westview Cemetery $2,500.00 to be transferred from ac- count of sale-of-Iots funds). Amendment Carried Unanimous 9:46 P. M. For the Maintenance of Westview Cemetery to' be transferred from account of Sale -of lots: Frnds' Carried unanimous 9:47 P. M. ._.._...-..............-.....» 3,500.00 70.00 1,126.73 500.00 63,194.17 1,500.00 REPORT. 0.F :TOWN CLERK 89 For :.Payment of Interest in Public Debt. — Car- ried .unanimous 9:22 P, .11, _ �_ .._....MM_...._...._..... 19,000.00 For Payment of the Bonded Indebtedness maturing in 1936, the sum of -- Carried unanimous 9:23 P: 107;740.12 For Hydrant Rentals , General discussion from several speakers regarding, the passing of being in favor of the motion. By,voice vote .motion .was .declared lost unanimous 9:,45. P. M. Article 9. ' Voted: That the sum of $3,500.00 be ap- propriated for the Reserve Fund as provided by Chapter 40, , Section 6, General Laws.. . Carried Unanimous 9 :50 Article 8. Voted: That the sum of $1,855.00 be appropriated and assessed for the Suppression 'of Gypsy and Brown'Tail Moths, and other pests, in accordance with Chapter 182, General Laws, and ,amendments. Carried Unanimous 9 :50 P. M. Article 10. Voted: That the following sums be ,ap- propriated and assessed for pensions for retired members of the Police and Fire Departments, under Chapter 32 of the General Laws and' amendments : Police Pensions . $1,098,00 Fire Pensions .:........_...M...,.,,......:. 1;110.85 Carried Unanimous 9:51 P. M. Article. 11. Voted: That the Board of Selectmen be authorized to petition the Director of Accounts of the State for an audit for the year 1936. Carried Unanimous 9:52 P., M. Article 12. Voted : That there be appropriated and assessed for the support of the Posture Clinic, to be ex- pended under the direction of the Board of Health, or by a committee appointed by said Board, $700.00. Carried Unanifnous 9 :53 P. M. Article 13. Voted: That the sum of $3,498.83, this being- the town's share of the net :cost of care, maintenance, and repair of the Middlesex County Tuberculosis Hospital, 90 TOWN OF LEXINGTON including interest on temporary notes issued therefor, be and the said sum is hereby appropriated. Carried Unan- imous 9:53 P. M. Article 14. Voted: That the sum of $1,386.41 be- ing the sum received from the Middlesex County for dog fees, be transferred to the Cary Memorial Library Account. Carried Unanimous 9:54 P. M. Article 15. Voted: That the Board of Selectmen be authorized to establish a clinic for the free immunization of dogs against rabies, and that the sum of $350.00 be appro- priated and assessed for said clinic. Carried Unanimous 9 :54 P. M. Article 16. Voted: That this article be indefinitely postponed. Postponed Carried Unanimous 9 :55 P. M. Article 17. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up article 17. Mr. Borden offered the following motion : Voted: To amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law by substituting for Section 10, a new Section 10 reading as follows: Section 10. Existing Uses and Buildings. Any use or building or part of a building which, at the time of the adoption of the original Lexington Zoning By -Law was and still is being put to a non -conforming use, may continue to be used for the same purpose, and may be repaired or struc- turally altered; but no such building, if destroyed to the ex- tent of 90 per cent of its insurable value, shall be rebuilt, nor shall such building be extended or enlarged, nor shall it be used for a different purpose except subject to the pro- visions of Section 9. Mr. Neil Borden, of the Planning Board, presented the following report : Report of the Planning Board on the following pro- posed Zoning Amendment, as it appears under Article 17 in the Warrant for the Town Meeting to be held March 16, 1936. To amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law by substitu- ting for Section 10, a new Section 10 reading as follows: REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 91 Section 10. Existing Uses and Buildings. Any use or building or part of a building which, at the time of ad- option of the original Lexington Zoning By -Law was and still is being put to a non -conforming use, may continue to be used for the same purpose, and may be repaired or structurally altered; but no such building, if destroyed to the extent of 90 per cent of its insurable value, shall be re- built, nor shall such building be extended or enlarged, nor shall it be used for a different purpose except subject to the provisions of Section 9. A public hearing was held February 28, 1936, on the proposed amendment, after the notices given in accordance with the Lexington By -Law, and the Planning Board now submits a final report with recommendations to the Town Meeting. When the Lexington Zoning By -Law was originally adopted, the provisions covering non -conforming uses were rigidly drawn looking toward eventual elimination of such non -conforming uses, and, we believe, rightly so. We believe the present wording of the By -Law gov- erning non -conforming uses,. may, however, work an un- necessary hardship on property owners who have built up a substantial investment. The text states that property put to a non -conforming use, "may continue to be used for the same purpose or for purposes not substantially different." However, in the past few years there has been a rad- ical change in business uses. This has been especially so in what might be considered the lighter types of industry and the treatment to be afforded buildings representing substantial investments, presents problems which in fair- ness to the owners and to the neighborhood cannot he ignored. The Board is of the opinion that the Zoning provisions should be modified to the extent of permitting properly safe- guarded action by the Board of Appeals in connection with change of uses of such buildings. While an aggrieved citizen may take his case to the Board of Appeals, that body has no authority to change the provisions of the By -Laws and can only apply such pro - 92 TOWN OF LEXINGTON visions as are specifically laid down in the 'By -Law. Their unanimous approval is necessary. Thus by extending to. Section 10 the jurisdiction of the Board of Appeals to include non -conforming uses, the Board believes that provision has been made to remove an. unwar- ranted prohibition of use and at thesame time to safeguard a neighborhood against uses which .might be detrimental .to its character. The Board therefore recommends that the Town adopt this amendment. NEIL 11, BORDEN D., E. N/CREIisoN CLEM H. FERGUSON EDWARD W. KIMBALL LESTER F. ELLIS JOHN A. SELLARS Amendment as presented Carried ` Unanimous. 9:59 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 18. Mr. Borden presented vote as follows: Voted: To amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law by adding to, Section 4, R.1 Districts,, Paragraph 6,, the follow- ing sentence, to be designated (e).: "(e)" Excavation and removal from the premises of any sod, loam, sand, gravel, clay: or .:quarried or crushed stone, ,except that the provisions of, Section 9 do pot apply when such excavation and removal . are incidental . to and in connection with .the construction of a building for which a permit has been issued in accordance with the building by- law and this by-law, and when such excavation and removal are permitted under paragraph numbered "4" in the para- graphs headed `In R.1 Districts'. " Mr. Borden reads report as Follows : Report of the Planning Board on the following pro- posed. Zoning Amendment, as it appears under Article 18 in the, Warrant for the Town Meeting to be held. March 16, 1936. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 93 To amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law by adding to Section 4, R. 1 Districts, Paragraph 6, the following sen- tence, to be designated (e) : " (e) " Excavation and removal from the premises of any sod, loam, sand, gravel, clay or quarried or crushed stone, except that the provisions of Section 9 do not apply when such excavation and removal are incidental to and in connection with the construction of a building for which a permit has been issued in accordance with the building by-law and this by-law, and when such excavation and re- moval are permitted under paragraph numbered "4" in the paragraphs headed `In R.1 Districts'. " A public hearing was held February 28, 1936, on the proposed amendment, after the notices given in accordance with the Lexington By -Law, and the Planning Board now submits a final report with recommendations to the Town Meeting. In presenting this amendment, the Board believes that it is providing an effective means against re -occurrences of devastating projects such as occurred a short time ago in the northerly part of the Town, and has at the same time left the opportunity for the disposal by the farmers, of sufficient quantities of sod, sand, loam and gravel to meet the day to day needs of the average citizen; without a cum- bersome process of permits. There is no difference inzopinion that the sale of such natural resources, in reasonable quantities, is a part of nor- mal farming activities and the Board feels that the pro- posed addition makes no change in the status of the opera- tion of such sand and gravel pits as are now being carried on as non -conforming uses. 69 While it is generally agreed that our present By -Law is sufficiently inclusive to achieve the desired ends, it does so in an indirect manner and it is felt the addition of a paragraph dealing directly with requirements for excava- tion and removal will act as a deterrent against attempts toward further wholesale operations in residential sections. 94 TOWN OF LEXINGTON The Board therefore recommends that the Town adopt this amendment. NEIL H. BORDEN D. E. NICKERSON CLEM H. FERGUSON LESTER F. ELLIS EDWARD W. KIMBALL JOHN A. SELLARS Mr. Neil McIntosh moved indefinite postponement. Mr. T. A. Custance moved to lay on table. To lay on table lost unanimous 10 :14 P. M. General discussion—various speakers. Question for indefinite postponement of main motion. Motion to postpone declared lost unanimous 10:30 P.M. Main question of Article 18 as presented. Yes 18 25 25 32 Teller Pierce Rudd Redman Sarano No 17 21 24 4 100 66 Declared lost 10 :32 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 21. Mr. Houghton, Chairman School Committee Presented the folio wing : Voted : That the sum of $1,070.00 be appropriated and assessed for the payment of tuition of pupils attending Vocational School. Carried Unanimous 10 :33 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 22. Mr. Houghton, Chairman School Committee presented the following : - Voted : That the sum of $200.00 be appropriated and assessed for the maintenance of classes for instruction in Americanization. Carried Unanimous 10 :34 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 23. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 95 Mr. Houghton, Chairman School Committee presented the following : Voted: That the sum of $125.00 be appropriated to pay the necessary expenses of the Superintendent of Schools incurred outside of the Commonwealth in securing infor- mation upon matters in which the Town is interested or which may tend to improve the service in the School Department. Carried Unanimous 10:35 P. M. Mr. Hill moved meeting adjourned until March 23, 1936, at 8 P. M. Seconded. Carried Unanimous 10.35 P. M. A true Record, Attest: JAMES J. CARROLL, Town Clerk SECOND ADJOURNED TOWN MEETING OF THE ANNUAL TOWN MEETING Held March 23, 1936 The meeting was called to order at 8:08 P. M. by the Town Clerk, James J. Carroll. There were 174 Town Meeting Members present. On account Moderator, Robert H. Holt being absent, Town Clerk states in order to elect a Moderator Pro -Tem to conduct the meeting, and if agreeable with the Town Meeting Members a motion would be acceptable for nomin- ations for Moderator Pro -Tem to be made from the floor. Motion made and seconded the nominations for Moder- ator Pro -Tem be made from the floor. Unanimous Vote 8 :09 P. M. Motion made and seconded Representative Joseph R. Cotton act as. Moderator Pro -Tem. Motion made and seconded nominations be closed. Car- ried Unanimous 8 :09 P. M. 96 TOWN OF LEXINGTON It was a unanimous vote that Representative Joseph R. Cotton act as Moderator Pro -Tem for the Meeting. Carried Unanimous 8:09 P. M. Representative Joseph R. Cotton as Moderator Pro - Tem was sworn to the faithful performance of his duties by the Town Clerk, James J. Carroll, the Town Clerk turning over the gavel to him. 8 :10 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 24, presenting the following: Article 24. Voted: That the following amount be appropriated and assessed for the unpaid bills for the year 1935 of the following account : Law Department, $95.25. Carried Unanimous 8 :11 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 25, presenting the following: Article 25. Voted: That the Town raise and appro- priate the sum of $6,500.00 for the improvement of Lincoln Street ; said sum, or any portion thereof, to be used in con- junction with any money which may be alloted by the State or County, or both, for this purpose. General discussion by several speakers. Mr. B. Haw- kins made motion for indefinite postponement. Indefinite postponement lost 8 :39 P. M. Main question on Article 25 as presented by Selectman Mr. Ferguson put to a vote and carried unanimous 8:40 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 26 presenting the following: Article 26. Voted: That the Town raise and appro- priate the sum of $1,200.00 for the improvement of Water- town Street ; said sum, or any portion thereof, to be used in conjunction with any money which may be alloted by the State or County, or both, for this purpose. Carried unani- mous 8:41 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 27 presenting the following: REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 97 Article 27. Voted : That the Selectmen be author- ized to install street lights in the following unaccepted streets: Summit Road; Cary Street; Kendall Road; Hamilton Road; Ledgelawn Avenue. Moderator states if no objections each item be voted upon separately as follows: Summit Road — Carried Unanimous 8:42 P. M. Cary Street — Carried Unanimous 8:42 P. M. Kendall Road — Carried Unanimous 8:42 P. M. Hamilton Road — Carried Unanimous 8 :42 P. M. Ledgelawn Avenue — Carried Unanimous 8:42 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved Article 28 be indefi- nitely postponed. Carried Unanimous 8:43 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 29, presenting the following: Article 29. Voted: That the Collector of Taxes shall turn over to the Town Treasurer daily his collections of the previous day, and Carried Unanimous 8:44 P. M. Voted : That the Town Collector shall turn over to the Town Treasurer daily his collections of the previous day. Carried Unanimous 8:44 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 30, presenting the following: Article 30. Voted: That the General By -Laws of the Town of Lexington be amended by adding at the end of Article X, Section 1, the words "and of such accounts shall turn over to the Town Treasurer daily his collections for the previous day.", and Carried Unanimous 8:45 P. M. Voted : That the General By -Laws of the Town of Lexington be amended by adding to Article X a new section to be as follows: "Section 2. The Collector of Taxes shall turn over to the Town Treasurer daily his collections of the previous day." Carried Unanimous 8:46 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 31, presenting the following: 99 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Article 31. Voted: That the Town Clerk shall turn over to the Town Treasurer all fees received by him as Town Clerk. Carried Unanimous 8.47 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 32, presenting the following: Article 32. Voted: That the General By -Laws of the Town of Lexington be amended by adding to ARTICLE XVII a new section, to be as follows: "Section 3. The Town Clerk shall turn over to the Town Treasurer all fees received by him as Town Clerk." Carried Unanimous 8:47 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 33, presenting the following: Article 33. Voted : That the sum of $1,500.00 be appropriated and assessed to defray the expenses incurred by the Town Counsel in the else of Ryder vs. Town of Lexington, which pertains to Vine Brook Drainage. Car- ried Unanimous 8:48 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 34, presenting the following: Article 34. Voted : That the sum of $1,738.55 be appropriated and assessed to satisfy the judgment entered against the Town in the case of Anthony Ross & Son vs. Town of Lexington. Carried Unanimous 8:48 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 35, presenting the following: Article 35. Voted: That the following sums be transferred to the Excess and Deficiency Account: Fire Alarm Boxes Account $13.00 Highway Construction, GI son Road No. L-- $222.23 Carried unanimous 8:50 P. M. and that the following sum be transferred to the Water De- partment Available Surplus Account : Water Construction, Pinewood and Summit Roads Ac- counts, $868.30. Carried Unanimous 8:51 P. M. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 99 Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 36, presenting the following : Article 36. Voted: That the Town accept the lay- out as a town way of Tower Road, from Massachusetts Avenue a distance of approximately 455 feet southerly, as laid out by the Selectmen, under the Betterment Act, and . shown upon a certain plan on file in the office of the Town Clerk, dated February 10, 1936, and to take by eminent domain the necessary easement therefor, and for the pur- pose of constructing said street the sum of $2,700.00 be ap- propriated and assessed. General discussion. Motion made for indefinite postponement. For indefinite postponement declared lost 9:06 P. M. Main question on Article 36 as presented. Carried Unanimous 9:07 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 37, presenting the following: Article 37. Voted: That the Town accept the lay- out as a town way of Richard Road, from Tower Road to near Plymouth Road, a distance of approximately 275 feet, as laid out by the Selectmen, under the Betterment Act, and shown upon a certain plan on file in the office of the Town Clerk, dated February 10, 1936, and to take by eminent do- main the necessary easement therefor, and for the purpose of constructing said street the sum of $1,500.00 be appropri- ated and assessed. Carried Unanimous 9:08 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 38, presenting the following: Article 38. Voted : That the Town accept the lay- out as a town way of PIynmouth Road, from Richard Road to Robbins Road, a distance of approximately 585 feet, as laid out by the Selectmen, under the Betterment Act, and shown upon a certain plan on file in the office of the Town Clerk, dated February 10, 1936, and to take by eminent domain the necessary easement therefor, and for the purpose of con- structing said street the sum of .$3,600.00 be appropriated and assessed. Carried Unanimous 9 :09 P. M. 100 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 39, presenting the following: Article 39. Voted: That. the Town accept the lay- out as a town way of Hibbert Street, from Massachusetts Avenue south-westerly, a distance of approximately 230 feet, as laid out by the Selectmen, under the Betterment Act, and shown upon a plan on file in the office of the Town Clerk, dated February 15, 1936, and to take by eminent do- main the necessary easement therefor, and for the purpose of constructing said street the sum of $2,000.00 be appro- priated and assessed. Carried Unanimous 9:11 P.M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 53, stating the amount should be $5,000.00 instead of $6,000.00, presenting the following: Article 53. Voted : That the sum of $5,000.00 be appropriated and assessed for labor and materials on pub- lic works and for other expenses in connection therewith, the same to be expended by the Selectmen for aid to persons employed on various projects. Carried Unanimous 9 :12 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 20. Under Article 20 Mr. Borden moved for indefinite post- ponement. Indefinite postponement carried unanimous 9:14 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 19. Mr. Borden of the Planning Board presents the following: Article 19. Voted : To amend the Lexington Zon- ing By -Law by changing from an R.1 District to a C.1 Dis- trict the parcel of land described as follows: On the easterly side of Pleasant Street beginning at a point about 100 feet from the northerly line of the Cam- bridge Turnpike extending northerly one hundred and fifty (150) feet along Pleasant Street and of a depth of one hundred (100) feet, the southerly side of the said parcel be- ing Clematis Brook. Mr. Borden reads report of the Planning Board as fol- lows: REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 101 Report of the Planning Board on the following pro- posed Zoning Amendment, as it appears under Article 19 in the Warrant for the Town Meeting to be held March 16, 1936. A public hearing was held February 28, 1936, on the proposed amendment, after the notices given in accordance with the Lexington By -Law, and the Planning Board now submits a final report with recommendations to the Town Meeting. The Planning Board recommends to the Town Meeting that this petition be denied. While the Board sympathizes with the desire of this petitioner to benefit from a change of her area to a business zone, it believes that the interests of the Town, of property owners along the entire length, and the users of the Cam- bridge -Concord Turnpike, would be adversely affected by establishment of such business areas at this time. The following considerations have led the Planning Board to its recommendation: The Cambridge -Concord Turnpike is a high-speed, through -traffic artery and any developments along its way should be carefully located to avoid congestion and to main- tain safety. To this end the Planning Board has had the Town Engineering Department working for some time to design an overall layout for an attractive and safe develop- ment of property along this highway. This new turnpike has opened a Large new area for residential development. With a well -worked -out plan of parallelling streets to provide safety and to give sufficient set -back, we may hope for development of attractive resi- dential areas. If unattractive, uncontrolled business areas develop, however, such residential developments are likely to be hindered and safety to travellers endangered. The project is a complicated one, calling for careful study of the topography of the land, the alignment of the road, intersecting streets, future sewer and water require- ments, etc., and it is the hope of the Planning Board that a plan may be developed which will prove economical to the Town and satisfactory to the abutting owners. 102 TOWN OF LEXINGTON The petitioner asks for a business zone not directly on the highway, but any business conducted in the area evi- dently will cater to automobiles travelling on the highway. Accordingly it should be viewed as part of the highway de- velopment and should be subjected to the same considera- tions as petitioners located on that road. Action on one such petition in the Town Warrant, that of Mr. Ernest De - Vincent, has been postponed at his counsel's request. In- formal approaches have been made to members of the Plan- ning Board by some six additional property owners. Ac- cordingly we know that there will be requests for C.1 zones at many points along the highway. The Planning Board calls to the attention of the Town Meeting Members that control over property use is virtually lost when once a piece of land has been changed to a bus- iness zone, except in so far as control can come through building regulations. We have all seen the unsightly development along Mar- rett Road in the vicinity of the Lincoln -Lexington line. We have seen such developments as the White Spbt on Woburn Street beyond the Lexington line. The Board believes it would be highly detrimental to Lexington ever to have such a condition in this attractive and historic neighborhood. A year ago the Town gave its support to activities of the Planning Board in its efforts with Boards of neighbor- ing towns to maintain the Cambridge -Concord Turnpike as a scenic and safe highway and to prevent an unsightly, un- safe development of roadside stands, gasoline stations, and the like. A bill was presented to and passed by the legisla- ture. Unfortunately the measure did not receive the gov- ernor's approval. Accordingly, the Town is forced to de- vise a plan of its own to secure this result through Lexington. The Planning Board hopes that any action such as that contemplated by this petition may be witheld until the Town Engineering Department can complete its study, and the Planning Board have opportunity to confer with adjacent property owners and with town officers, in the hope that it may present to the Town an acceptable overall plan for logical development along the turnpike. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 103 To grant this and deny subsequent petitions will be a procedure of questionable fairness ; to grant all such peti- tions means an unsafe, unsightly, chaotic development. NEIL H. BORDEN D. E. NICKERSON CLEM H. FERGUSON LESTER F. ELLIS EDWARD W. KIMBALL JOHN A. SELLARS Mr. R. Ryder speaks in favor of adoption. Vote taken as follows: In favor 0 0 1 0 1 Tellers Nichols Dr. Walsh Kraetzer Spencer Not in favor 29 42 44 36 151 Lost 9:26 P.M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 40. Mr. Kraetzer suggests Article 41 be taken up first. Article 40 withdrawn by Selectman Mr. Ferguson. Mr. George E. Smith objects. Motion made and seconded Article 40 be indefinitely postponed. Indefinite postponement carried unanimous 9:27 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 41. Mr. George E. Smith presenting the following: Article 41. Moved that the Town of Lexington take for highway purposes 5485 square feet, more or less, from the plot of land in front of the Depot, and that they appro- priate and assess two thousand dollars ($2,000.00) for re - gardening the balance of plot and, making a parking square of the taking. General discussion, various speakers. Motion as presented declared lost unanimous 9:45 P.M. 104 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 42, presenting the following: Article 42. Voted: That the sum of $1,100.00 be appropriated and assessed for the purchase of a power sprayer for the use of the Moth and Shade Tree Division. Carried Unanimous 9 :46 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 43, presenting the following: Article 43. Voted : That the sum of $4,500.00 be appropriated and assessed for the purchase of a highway grader for the use of the Highway Division. Carried Unanimous 9:47 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 44, presenting the following: Article 44. Voted: That the Selectmen be author- ized to install sewer mains in suchaccepted or unaccepted streets as may be applied for during the year 1936, in ac- cordance with law, and to take by eminent domain the necessary easements therefor, and for the purpose of said installation the sum of $3,100.00 be transferred from the Sewer Assessment Fund. Carried Unanimous 9:49 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 45, presenting the following: Article 45. Voted : That the Selectmen be author- ized to install water mains in such accepted or unaccepted streets as may be applied for during the year 1936, in ac- cordance with authority contained in the By -Laws of the Town, subject to the assessment of betterments, and to take by eminent domain the necessary easements therefor, and for the purpose of said installation the sum of $2,000.00 be transferred from Water Department, Available Surplus, and the sum of $1,000.00 be transferred from the Water Assessment Fund. Carried Unanimous 9:51 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 46, presenting the following: Article 46. Voted: That the Selectmen be authorized to construct granolithic sidewalks where the abutting owner pays one half the cost, and for the purpose of said construe- REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 105 tion the sum of $1,000.00 be appropriated and assessed. Carried Unanimous 9 :53 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 47, presenting the following: Article 47. Voted: That the sum of $900.00 be ap- propriated and assessed for the installation of granite curb- ing on the westerly side of Bedford Street from Elm Avenue to a point approximately two hundred (200) feet north of Newcomb & Dailey's garage. Carried Unanimous 9:54 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 48, presenting the following : Article 48. Voted: That the sum of $2,000.00 be appropriated and assessed for highway maintenance; said sum, or any portion thereof, to be used in conjunction with any money which may be allotted by the State or County, or both, for this purpose. Carried Unanimous 9 :55 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 49, presenting the following: Article 49. Voted: That the Town designate the street extending from Hancock Street to Bedford Street by the name of North Hancock Street. Carried Unanimous 9 :56 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 50, presenting the following: Article 50. Voted: That the sum of $1,050.00 be appropriated and assessed for Pleasant Street and Water- town Street land damages resulting from the relocation or reconstruction of said streets, the payments to be made to each of the following upon receipt of satisfactory release and dismissal of any petition for assessment of damages, as follows: Patrick J. Shanahan $450.00 J. Alexander Wilson 200.00 Mary D. Hatch 400.00 Carried Unanimous 9:57 P. M. Carried Unanimous 9:57 P. M. Carried Unanimous 9:57 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 51, presenting the following: 106 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Article 51. Voted : That the sum of $1,500.00 be appropriated and assessed dor the installation of warning signals at Fletcher Avenue at. the Boston and Maine rail- road crossing; and that the sum of $100.00 be appropriated and assessed for the maintenance of said warning signals. Amendment presented by Mr. Rowse vote to read that right of way be kept open. Question by Mr. E. T. Buckley, through Town Counsel, what the rights of the railroad were. Mr. Rowse withdraws his amendment. Moderator states not necessary to withdraw Mr. Rowse's amendment for the reason that it was not accepted. Mr. E. T. Buckley suggests Town Counsel draw up an amendment to be accepted the following being presented, that vote read: "upon condition that the Boston and Maine Railroad execute an agreement with the Town to keep said way open." Amendment as presented carried unanimous 10:10 P. M. Original motion with amendment presented as follows: That the sum of $1,500.00 be appropriated and assessed for the installation of warning signals at Fletcher Avenue at the Boston and Maine Railroad crossing ; and that the sum of $100.00 be appropriated and assessed for the mainten- ance of said warning signals, upon condition that the Bos- ton and Maine Railroad execute an agreement with the Town to keep said way open. Carried Unanimous 10 :10 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 52, presenting the following: Article 52. Voted: That the Board of Selectmen be authorized to sell and convey any of the real estate acquired by the Town by foreclosure of tax titles, subject to the ap- proval of a majority of a committee composed of the Chair- men of the following committees; Appropriation Commit- tee, Planning Board, Board of Assessors, School Commit- tee. Carried Unanimous 10:11 P. M. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 107 Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 54, presenting the following: Article 54. Voted: That the following salaries be established for the year 1936: Collector of Taxes and Town Collector, $2,775.00 per annum; Town Clerk, $1,775.00 per annum; Town Treasurer, $950.00 per annum. Carried Unanimous 10:12 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 55, presenting the following: Article 55. Voted: That the sum of $3,981.00 be ap- propriated and assessed for the installation of under ground cable for the Fire Department in Massachusetts Avenue from its junction with Woburn Street to the East Lexington Fire Station. Carried Unanimous 10:14 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up .Article 56, presenting the following: Article 56. Voted : That the Selectmen be authorized to install a water main not less than 6" and not more than 16" in diameter in Bloomfield Street from Massachusetts Avenue to Highland Avenue, and for the purpose of said in- stallation the sum of $6,000.00 be transferred .from Water Department, Available Surplus. Carried Unanimous 10:15 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 57, presenting the fol lowing : Article 57. Voted: That the Selectmen be authorized to install surface water drainage in Bloomfield Street from Massachusetts Avenue to Highland Avenue, and for the pur- pose of said installation the sum of $3,000.00 be appropri- ated and assessed. Carried Unanimous 10 :16 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved Article 60 be indefin- itely postponed. Indefinite postponement carried unanimous 10:16 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article .58. Mr. Wood, Chairman Cemetery Commissioners, presents following : 108 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Article 58. Voted : That the sum of $200.00 be ap- propriated and assessed for repair and shingling of the Town residence at Westview Cemetery. Carried Unanimous 10:17 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 59. Mr. Wood, Chairman Cemetery Commissioners, presents the following : Article 59. Voted : That the sum of $500.00 to be used for grading purposes at new development in Westview Cemetery ,be transferred from "Sale of Lots Funds" West- view Cemetery. Carried Unanimous 10 :20 P. M. Motion made by Mr. T. A. Custance and seconded the meeting be dissolved. Carried Unanimous 10.21 P. M. A True Record. Attest: JAMES J. CARROLL, Town Clerk. REPORT OF TOWN CLEIRIK 109 TOWN WARRANT THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS MIDDLESEX, SS. To either of the Constables of the Town of Lexington, Greeting: In the name of the Commonwealth you are hereby re- quired to notify and warn the inhabitants of said town who are qualified to vote in Primaries to meet in their respective voting places in said town, PRECINCT ONE, ADAMS SCHOOL; PRECINCT TWO, THREE AND FOUR, CARY MEMORIAL HALL, on TUESDAY, the TWENTY-EIGHTH DAY of APRIL, 1936, at 2 :00 P. M., for the following purposes : To bring in their votes to the Primary Officers for the Election of Candidates of Political Parties for the following offices: 8 DELEGATES AT LARGE TO THE NATIONAL CONVENTION OF THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY. 8 ALTERNATE DELEGATES AT LARGE TO THE NATIONAL CONVENTION OF THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY. 4 DELEGATES AT LARGE TO THE NATIONAL CONVENTION OF THE REPUBLICAN PARTY. 4 ALTERNATE DELEGATES AT LARGE TO THE NATIONAL CONVENTION OF THE REPUBLICAN PARTY. 2 DISTRICT DELEGATES TO THE NATIONAL CON- VENTION OF THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY, 5TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT. 2 ALTERNATE DISTRICT DELEGATES TO THE NATIONAL CONVENTION OF THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY, 5TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT. 110 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2 DISTRICT DELEGATES TO THE NATIONAL CON- VENTION OF THE REPUBLICAN PARTY, 5TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT. 2 ALTERNATE DISTRICT DELEGATES TO THE NATIONAL CONVENTION OF THE REPUBLICAN PARTY, 5TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT. PRESIDENTIAL PREFERENCE 1 PREFERENCE FOR DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATE FOR PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES. 1 PREFERENCE FOR REPUBLICAN CANDIDATE FOR PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES. DISTRICT MEMBER OF STATE COMMITTEE for each political party for the 7th Middlesex Senatorial District. 20 MEMBERS OF THE DEMOCRATIC TOWN COM- MITTEE. 20 MEMBERS OF THE REPUBLICAN TOWN COM- MITTEE. 1 DELEGATE TO STATE CONVENTION OF THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY. 2 DELEGATES TO STATE CONVENTION OF THE REPUBLICAN PARTY. All the above candidates are to be voted for upon one ballot. The polls will be open from 2 :00 P. M. to 8:00 P. M. And you are directed to serve this warrant by posting attested copies thereof seven days at least before the time of said meeting as directed by vote of the town. Hereof fail not and make return of this warrant with your doings thereon at the time and place of said meeting. Given under our hands this fourteenth day of April, A. D., 1936. CHARLES E. FERGUSON PHILIP M. CLARK ARCHIBALD R. GIROUX ALBERT A. Ross WILLIAM G. POTTER Selectmen of Lexington. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 111 April 17, 1936 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 10 days before the time of said meeting. Attest: PATRICK J. MAGUIRE, Constable of Lexington. 112 TOWN OF LEXINGTON PRE PRIMARY STATE ELECTION April 28, 1936 The following election officers had been appointed by the Selectmen and were assigned to duty at the Town Pre- cincts as follows: PRECINCT ONE A Charles J. Dailey Warden D Bartlett J. Harrington Inspector RGeorge E. Foster....................................,.,,...........,..,,,Inspector R Alfred W. Hayward ........_...._ Clerk D George F. Stygles................................ .._...... ....... ........ ....,_,..... Teller R DeTrafford Smith Teller R Arthur W. Hughes Teller R Mabelle S. Peavy Teller PRECINCT TWO R Victor 11. Harmon Warden R George V. Morse Inspector D Randall Richards ......... ............ ............................... _.............. Inspector D John H. Dacey Clerk RHarry G. Frost .......... .--.... ..----...................... ....... Teller D Edward McGrory Teller R Elizabeth Nourse Teller D Madeline Corbett Teller PRECINCT THREE R Hiram W. Jackson Warden R Fred Tullar............. ....... ,,..._.................... ....._............_....... ..........Inspector D Charles E. Moloy, Jr. Inspector R Samuel W. Wellington Clerk D John Corcoran Teller D John J. McCormick Teller R Esther Graham Teller D Henry Meade Teller REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 113 114 TOWN OF LEXINGTON PRECINCT FOUR DEMOCRATIC PARTY R Howard E. Custance _.,»..._.. .._-.-.....--.-..•.— Warden DELEGATES AT LARGE TO NATIONAL CONVENTION R William E. Mulliken .................._ Inspector D Katherine Kearns ....._._....__.........__.._....._...,.,.»..TInspector Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Prec. 4 Total D Frank MaguireDavid L Walsh .,.......,...,.._...,,,...... 1.3 9 13 13 48 _.._......._ Clerk D James J. Waldron ...._..._...._ . Teller Marcus A. Coolidge 13 9 19 11 52 R Carl Hauck Teller James M. Curley .........._,...»...._,..- 17 9 10 12 48 .,...-_.......__.......................................»._...._....._._...._. D Lillian R. Kearns .._._......._ Teller William J. Granfield ... ....,.... 11 9 11 10 41 _.............,.....__...._. Joseph McGrath ........_.._....__.... 11 9 9 11 40 The polls were declared open in each Precinct at two Margaret L. O'Riordan __...., 11 9 11 11 42 o'clock, P. M., and remained open until eight o'clock, P. M., Elizabeth L. McNamara ...— 11 9 9 12 41 at which time after due notice they were declared closed. Grace Ilartly Howe ................. 11 9 10 10 40 The election officers were sworn to the faithful per- (Not Grouped) Timothy E. Carroll ..... ................ 4 1 4 1 10 formance of their duties. Alexander F. Sullivan _____ 0 1 I 2 4 The total number of registered voters in each precinct as follows : Blanks 66 6 41 35 148 ALTERNATE DELEGATES AT LARGE TO Precinct One Thirteen hundred fifty-six (1356) Precinct Two Eleven hundred ninety-five (1195) NATIONAL CONVENTION Precinct Three Twelve hundred thirty-one (1231) Clernentina Langone .........»....... 17 7 8 13 45 MaryMaliotis ..._..».....,.,,...._.... Precinct Four Eleven hundred sixteen (1116) 14 7 9 13 43 ----- GoIda P. Walters _..-..... ...._.. 15 8 7 13 43 Total: Forty-eight hundred ninety-eight 4898 Sadie H. Mulrone _...,,_..._.... 16 7 8 13 44 The ballots were counted by the election officers in each Louise B. Clark 15 7 8 13 43 Precinct, the tally sheets and total vote sheets prepared by H. Oscar Rocheleau ....... ......_..... 15 7 8 13 43 Stanley W. Wisnioski ....... ...... .. 15 7 7 13 42 the Town Clerk being used. Julian D. Rainey .................,.,.... 16 7 ' 10 13 46 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 Clerk and the members of the Board of Registrars canvassed the results as follows : Blanks 45 23 63 24 155 DISTRICT DELEGATES TO NATIONAL CONVENTION, 5TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT Michael T. Golden _.... 12 9 8 10 39 William F. McCarty ..... 13 8 6 9 36 Precinct One Ballots Cast 188 One hundred eighty-eight Precinct Two Ballots Cast 247 Two hundred forty-seven James J. Bruin ....._.._..._ 0 1 0 1 2. Precinct Three Ballots Cast 252 Two hundred fifty-two Thomas J. Corbett _.._.._.........W. 1 0 1 0 2 Precinct Four Ballots Cast 167 One hundred sixty-seven George J. Murray ...__._.»,_....-.. 1 1 2 1 5 Total 854 Eight hundred fifty-four Blanks ...._.-»„..-..-...---....._.-...-» 15 1 15 11 42 REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 115 ALTERNATE DISTRICT DELEGATES TO NATIONAL CONVENTION 5TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT Alice I. Goland .._W 9 9 4 8 30 Joseph F, O'Comiell ....__.. 13 8 8 9 38 Clement A. McDonough 2 1 2 0 5 Jeremiah J. Sullivan .....„5 1 7 6 19 Blanks 13 0 11 9 33 STATE COMMITTEE 116 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPUBLICAN PARTY DELEGATES AT LARGE TO NATIONAL CONVENTION Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Prec. 4 Total Charles F. Adams 150 221 223 126 720 George F. Booth ....._._._._...__.. 138 209 215 114 676 Joseph W. Martin ...__...,___... 137 209 213 122 681 Alien T. Treadway ...__......._..... 149 212 220 120 701 Blanks 94 97 73 130 394 ALTERNATE DELEGATES AT LARGE TO Frank A. Cassidy 15 8 11 8 42 NATIONAL CONVENTION Blanks 6 2 5 8 21 Mary Phillips Bailey ___ 136 202 206 110 654 Florence H. LeFevre ._._......._.. 137 199 203 107 646 DELEGATES TO STATE CONVENTION Wallace Stearns _..•_._..._......_..... 139 204 211 116 670 Francis E. Burke .....___...._......_.. 20 9 12 15 56 Anna C. M. Tillinghast ......... 140 205 212 117 674 1 1 4 1 7 Blanks ._........_.....,.._ ........_ ..„.. 106 138 112 154 510 TOWN COMMITTEE. DISTRICT DELEGATES TO NATIONAL CONVENTION 5TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT Eugene T. Buckley ................ ._..•., 16 6 13 13 48 Bartlett J. Harrington _.... 18 7 7 13 45 Forest A. Rogers _......,....._.... 9 9 5 13 36 Francis E. Burke . 15 10 10 15 50 John R. Russell .._.__...._...._.... 12 25 14 13 64 Bernard O'Donnell .....„,_.........•.. 13 6 7 12 38 (Grouped) John J. Donovan ....,„.... .._..... ... 15 7 9 12 43 Robert E. Goodwin 131 193 197 107 628 Patrick Shanahan ........................ 18 9 7 12 46 Wallace R, Lovett _......_.._... 119 176 179 91 565 John G. Sexton ...... 16 7 8 12 43 Joseph H. Valliere ....._...._...._.. 13 8 9 12 42 Blanks .__...... 397 71 77 78 623 Daniel A. Cronin 13 7 10 12 42 ALTERNATE DISTRICT DELEGATES TO NATIONAL James V. Cosgrove ..._._...___._ 13 10 11 13 47 James A. Murray ... 16 7 9 12 44 CONVENTION STII CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT .._............... James Spellman .......................... 0 0 1 5 6 Ethel G. Gray ...—.........._,...._, 140 202 195 117 654 Mary Spellman .....__ 0 0 0 4 4 Anna S. Hard 135 194 190 105 624 Mary Gaynor 0 0 0 2 2 Marion Burke .. 0 0 0 2 2 Blanks ..._,......_..._.....,.,........ 59 78 87 80 304 John Merik ._._ __...._._.._ 0 0 0 1 1 Joe Ferrie..... ......... _....... ...•.......__0 0 0 1 1 STATE COMMITTEE Thomas Mansfield ..,,..,.........,,0 0 0 1 1 John H. Pearson ...._.„.„.,„_.._..,. 143 203 204 112 662 Blanks .............._......._.....,.„... „...... 254 116 219 182 771 Blanks ................... .......w._...._.. 24 34 32 39 129 PRESIDENTIAL PREFERENCE -- DEMOCRATIC DELEGATES TO STATE CONVENTION Roosevelt ....__..........._......._...._...._ 4 8 10 8 30 Archibald R. Giroux _..._..... — 105 155 162 97 519 Ely ._.........._ ................._...... _._...._2 0 0 0 2 Robert H. Holt ....,.....__........_.. 124 185 175 80 564 A. E. Smith .....,..._...,,,...._, ..,,_,0 0 2 0 2 Edward W. Taylor ...__............. 72 105 99 84 360 H. Ford _...._......._......._.._............ 0 0 1 0 1 REPORT OF TOWN CLERK TOWN COMMITTEE Dorothy Homer Chamberlain Martha C. Spaulding ....._...._..... Joseph R. Cotton __...._....._.., Albert H. Burnham James A. Peirce Arthur W. Hughes John D. Collins James W. Smith ....._................_ William H. Ballard Clyde E. Steeves Clayton A. Hilliard ..... Harry F. Howard ....._......._ J. Lawrence Miles --.- Edward W. Taylor Charles E. Hadley ..... _.....__ Margaret K. Gfroerer . Alfred L. Short ....,_...._._......_.._. George P. Morey .................._ Dorothy T. Taylor M.._...,,...._ John A. Lyons ._.-.....__....._,...._ 137 141 141 135 134 118 119 123 134 125 118 122 126 136 136 114 118 119 126 129 Clem Ferguson ....._..._.._._1 Everett L. Emery 1 199 200 212 201 197 189 188 202 213 204 201 195 205 198 199 195 187 189 194 189 0 0 199 202 211 212 198 189 187 204 208 198 194 192 210 212 200 202 190 195 201 195 0 0 106 114 123 119 106 97 95 100 114 106 94 99 108 123 101 100 98 .99 106 103 0 0 117 641 657 687 667 635 593 589 629 669 633 607 608 649 669 636 611 593 602 627 616 1 1 789 781 721 909 3,200 PRESIDENTIAL PREFERENCE — REPUBLICAN Landon Hoover Borah...._......._..._... .............__..__..... VanDerberg ...__......._..__._...._....... Gifford Adams............._...... ...._ Roosevelt ....__.._._...____..._.... Townsend _________ .... _ A True Record. Attest : 158 149 12 21 4 5 5 6 1 0 2 7 1 •0 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 106 102 7 6 1 0 3 1 0 0 6 1 0 0 0 0 0 3 1 1 0 JAMES J. CARROLL, Town Clerk. 515 45 10 15 1 16 1 1 1 4 1 118 TOWN OF LEXINGTON WARRANT FOR STATE PRIMARY THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS MIDDLESEX, SS. To either of the Constables of the Town of Lexington, Greeting : In the name of the Commonwealth you are hereby re- quired to notify and warn the inhabitants of said town who are qualified to vote in Primaries to meet in the Adams School, East Lexington (Precinct One), and Cary Memorial Hall, Lexington Center, (Precinct Two, Three and Four) TUESDAY, THE FIFTEENTH DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 1936, at eight o'clock, A.M., for the following purposes : To bring in their votes to the Primary Officers for the Nomination of Candidates of Political Parties for the foI- lowing offices : Governor Lieutenant Governor .............._...._..---...._....,... Secretary of the Commonwealth ....._...._ Treasurer and Receiver -General . Auditor of the Commonwealth ....._...._...._ Attorney General ...,......-............ ..... Senator in Congress ....._....... _................ _...._....... Representative in Congress ..... _...._....... _.,..... Councillor for this Commonwealth for this Commonwealth for this Commonwealth for this Commonwealth •--for this Commonwealth .....for this Commonwealth .. ..for this Commonwealth ....for 5th Congressional District ...,for 6th Councillor District –.for 7th Middlesex Senatorial District ....for28th Middlesex Represent- ative District for Middlesex County ....for Midd]esex County ...for Middlesex County Senator.. ......................_.......... _____________ Two Representatives in General Court . Register of Probate and Insolvency Two County Commissioners ............. County Treasurer ..... _..__....... ...... .._ ................_..- VACANCY Clerk of the Courts for Middlesex County The polls will be open from eight o'clock A. M. to eight o'clock P. M. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 119 Hereof fail not and make return of this warrant with your doings thereon at the time and place of said meeting. Given under our hands this first day of September, A. D. 1936. CHARLES E. FERGUSON PHILIP M. CLARK ARCHIBALD R. GIRouX ALBERT A. Ross WILLIAM G. POTTER Selectmen of Lexington. September 5th, 1936. 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 ten days before the time of said meeting. Attest : PATRICK J. MAGUIRE, Constable of Lexington. STATE PRIMARY ELECTION September Th, 1936. The following election officers had been appointed by the Selectmen and were assigned to duty at the four pre- cincts as follows: PRECINCT ONE Charles J. Dailey.....,................._.._...._........................._..._.._.._._Warden Bartlett J. Harrington............._......._.........._..............._.._.._Inspector GeorgeFoster ........._.........._...._...................................._ .......Inspector Alfred Hayward ....-_......__.._...._....__.._ ...... ...... ........,.....,,.,.......Clerk 120 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Mary A. Rowland _........._ ....,....__.__.. _.._....._._..__.._...... .Teller Donald Cameron ................. Harold McGilvary .-•---........_.._..._....._..._...._._.........._......_.._Teller George F. StygIes.._._......._.._..._.._.._..._...._.....__._..._._.—.._..._Teller Frank A. Cook, Jr. __...,._. .._._.. _....._....._...... _......._Teller Mabelle S. Peavy....._.......-_-.....,.._.._..,...._..,._...__.._...._.-.._ Teller DeTrafford Smith ...._.....Teller Arthur W. Hughes .....- .... ...... .....,,....... .......__ Teller PRECINCT TWO Irving B. Pierce Warden Lucius Austin ....._ _......._...._.....Inspector Randall Richards Inspector Helen A. McCaffery ......_.... .......... ........ _....._...._..__ Clerk Arthur L. Hanson _..... _......Teller Edward MoGrory _._._...__...._.....__...._... ..._.....Teller Elizabeth Nourse....._.-.._...._...__._.......__._...._..__..._...._.._.....Teller Madeline J. Corbett ._.........._.._..._.....__._...._.._..._......_...._ Teller William S. Bramhall _..._ Teller Mary J. Ferry .................. _._._.. _.._...._ ..._ Teller Barbara O'Connor ....._....._......_ ..............._ ..... ..,Teller Jesse Condinho_..._._..__.......,._.._.......,_...._...._._ ,_,.._,_.....Teller Victor Harmon......._.._._......_.._._...._._..........__......_.._.__..Dep. Warden PRECINCT THREE Hiram W. Jackson........_..................._..,,,.......,..........,.. Warden Frederick Tullar..,,..._..„,,.._.m_._.,...........,,............ ..................Inspector Charles E. Moloy, Jr. _..,,_......,_ Inspector John McKearney ...__...._. _.._.,_...__..... Clerk John Corcoran.........................W...,........_....,,..._ ....,,,,,.._.._...._._._.....Teller Maurice Woodward ,.._ _ _...,.._...._._......._._.....Teller Samuel Wellington ....._ ...,......___........._.._ _...Teller Emma Hovey ....._.._..._..... _......_ .......___....Teller John J. McCormack ...__........_.._ _..._....__.............._........Teller HenryMeade....._......._......._._...._......._.......__...._......_..__._.. .............Teller Esther Graham....._.........._...._......._._...._......._...._........,,,,.........,..,.......Teller Edward B. O'Connor _........_..... _.........._..._......._..Teller PRECINCT FOUR Howard E. Custance_........._............_....._.._ Clarence Briggs Katherine Kiernan _...._...... _...Warden _.Inspector .._Inspector Frank Maguire _........__..._..._.._.._..___...._ ........ _....,,..........,,.,....Clerk James Waldron ...__......_._ ,...,,....._.........._..._,,.......Teller Margaret Merrick __...._...._...._....._..._...._.._.Taller Charles P. McEnroe...,,_......................_.,,w._.._........,_...!........._Teller RobertRyan ....,.,.......,,,. ....,,,... .._....__._..._..__...._......_._..._..._Teller RobertCady ................,...__...,.....__ ...._. _. _......—Teller REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 121 Town Clerk James J. Carroll read the Warrant for the State Primary until further reading was waived by motion of Irving B. Pierce, which was seconded and declared a unanimous vote. 122 TOWN OF LEXINGTON LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR Leverett Saltonstall 424 520 491 405 1840 Blanks 76 44 44 60 224 The polls were declared open in each precinct at eight, Total ------- 500 564 535 465 2064 A. M., and remained open in each precinct until eight P. M., at which time after due notice, they were closed. SECRETARY The election officers were sworn to the faithful per- Frederic W. Cook 424 526 486 397 1833 forinance of their duties. The ballots were counted by the Blanks ._...._, 76 38 49 68 231 election officers in each precinct, the tally sheets and total vote sheets prepared by the Town Clerk being used. Total ..._......._...,...-_.500 564 535 465 2064 The total registration of voters was 5113 (five thousand one hundred thirteen.) Precinct 1. Total number of voters: 1384 Thirteen hundred eighty-four. Precinct 2. Total number of voters: 1218 Twelve hundred eighteen. Precinct 3. Total number of voters: 1245 Twelve hundred forty-five. Precinct 4. Total number of voters: 1266 Twelve hundred sixty-six. The Town Clerk and Board of Registrars canvassed the result as follows : Pre. 1. Rep. 500 Dem. 97 Total votes east 597 Five hundred ninety- seven. Pre. 2. Rep. 564 Dem. 58 Total votes cast 622 Six hundred twenty- two. Pre. 3. Rep. 535 Dem. 49 Total votes cast 584 Five hundred eighty- four. Pre. 4. Rep. 465 Dem. 64 Total votes east 529 Five hundred twenty- nine. Total vote cast: 2332 Two thousand three hundred thirty-two. REPUBLICAN TREASURER William E. Hurley ................ 309 414 363 284 1370 William G. Andrew ............... 44 36 57 41 178 Fred Jefferson Burrell ......... 82 69 71 74 296 Blanks 65 45 44 66 220 Total ..........................................._ 500 564 535 465 2064 Richard Darby ..... ................ Russell A. Wood ....._...._...._...._.. Total Felix Forte Blanks ..... AUDITOR 69 110 66 71 316 335 373 381 292 1381 96 81 88 102 367 500 564 535 465 2064 ATTORNEY GENERAL Total 404 500 453 372 1729 96 64 82 93 335 500 564 535 465 2064 SENATOR IN CONGRESS GOVERNOR Henry Cabot Lodge, Jr 387 476 458 349 1670 Alonzo B. Cook _......................... 50 52 31 40 173 Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Prec. 4 Total Guy M. Gray ....._......._ ................... 6 2 9 12 29 John W. Haigis .............._........ 433 524 491 404 1852 Thomas C. O'Brien ...... 12 4 8 13 37 William H. McMasters ..-.. 8 0 0 0 8 Wilbur J. McCrady .............._1 0 0 0 1 Blanks .... 59 40 44 61 204 Blanks ..... _..... ......................_.......-_ 44 30 29 51 154 500 564 535 465 2064 Total 500 564 535 465 2064 REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 123 124 TOWN OF LEXINGTON CONGRESSMAN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS John T. Kevin, Jr.........._ 17 5 6 4 32 Harold R. Acres ........._......_. 72 70 73 57 272 Wilbur J. McCrady 46 32 35 44 157 John A. Anderson _._...... ____ 62 56 43 68 229 Frank L. Roberts ..,,, 21 27 25 38 111 Nathaniel I. Bowditch ....._ 218 326 297 205 1046 Edith Nourse Rogers ....._..386 469 453 351 1659 Walter B. French ._.._ _... 57 48 55 47 207 Thomas C. O'Brien ....._...._..... 1 0 0 0 1 William R. Griffin .. 23 17 29 30 99 Blanks .... ......... ... ...... ____ ....... .... ........ 29 31 16 28 104 Walter C. Wardwell ____ 279 350 329 232 1190 L. A. Manning _.._.....__....___., 0 0 0 1 1 Total ... ......_._ 500 564 535 465 2064 Blanks 289 261 244 290 1084 COUNCILLOR Edward T. Bailey 37 62 46 27 172 George H. Bailey 18 6 15 7 46 Joseph George Bates ....._19 19 38 13 89 Frederick E. Bean ....._...„.31 33 19 12 95 Richard E. Bourdon ....._216 219 208 202 845 Chester Brown .... .......... _8 6 4 7 25 Eugene A. F. Burtnett 47 '72 59 43 221 James G. Harris _._,..._.__...._11 33 37 28 109 Charles H. Lel-1w 1, 3 2 2 8 Blanks 112 111 107 124 454 Total 500 564 535 465 2064 SENATOR Joseph R. Cotton .................„.. 431 513 485 391 1820 Joseph LaBelle ........ ..... ............. 23 22 26 24 95 Thomas C. O'Brien ....._,..... .... 3 0 1 4 8 Blanks .... _ ............ ... ..... _... ............... 43 29 23 46 141 Total 500 564 535 465 2064 REPRESENTATIVES IN GENERAL COURT Nelson B. Crosby 178 207 181 148 714 Archibald R. Giroux ....._...439 470 481 396 1786 Hollis M. Gott 151 216 163 149 679 Blanks ...............„,.........,232 235 245 237 949 Total 1000 1128 1070 930 4128 Total ._.._......__...._ 1000 1128 1070 930 4128 COUNTY TREASURER Charles E. Hatfield .............. 347 440 419 309 1515 William John Shield .....»........ 46 36 30 42 154 Blanks .,..._._...,_,......_.......__._..._...._.107 88 86 114 395 Total 500 564 535 465 2064 CLERK OF COURTS Frederick C. Bean 139 142 125 95 501 George H. Brown ....... 47 46 40 48 181 Arthur F. Carver _.___..._.....__ 20 17 29 25 91 John R MacKinnon .....__.....178 238 229 163 808 Archie J. MacNicholl -- 10 6 2 6 24 Ralph Smith ....._......... 18 13 19 21 71 Blanks ........._...._........_..........._._88 102 91 107 388 Total 500 564 535 465 2064 DEMOCRATIC GOVERNOR Prec.1 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Prec. 4 Total Charles F. Hurley ....._...,_ 79 50 39 55 223 William H. McMasters ....._._1 0 0 0 1 Blanks ...._...................» ......,,_17 8 10 9 44 Total 97 58 49 64 268 LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR Philip J. Philbin 25 22 15 32 94 REGISTER OF PROBATE ANI) INSOLVENCY Thomas F. Galvin 17 7 10 8 42 Harry R. Gardner ....... ..... _..... ... 125 102 91 108 426 Francis E. Kelley .... _...._...... _39 12 13 11 75 Loring I'. Jordan 264 358 356 245 1223 Thomas C. O'Brien ..._ 0 o 1 0 I Blanks ....._......._................... ................. 111 104 88 112 415 Blanks 16 17 10 13 56 Total 500 564 535 465 2064 Total 97 58 49 64 268 REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 125 126 TOWN OF LEXINGTON SECRETARY COUNCILLOR Joseph Santosuosso 34 14 20 23 91 James J. Brennan ..... ...... ____ 40 18 17 26 101 William J. Ahearne 4 5 0 2 11 Edward J. Coughlin ....._........... 6 2 2 2 12 John J. Buckley ..._ 20 9 14 8 51 Richard J. Donohoe ..... _......._._ 6 0 2 2 10 John D. O'Brien 11 2 2 2 17 Manuel Games ..... ____ ....... _...... ._._ 2 1 0 1 4 Edward W. O'Hearn .....__.7 4 0 4 15 Edward J. Griffin 0 3 1 2 6 William F. Sullivan..... _____ 4 2 1 3 10 James E. Lamb ...._.......__...._3 1 2 0 6 Blanks 17 22 12 22 73 John J. Murphy 8 6 4 5 23 Edward H. O'Connor .....„4 0 3 1 8 97 58 4964 268 John J. O'Neil .....___________ 2 1 2 1 6 Robert P. O'Rourke 4 2 2 1 9 TREASURER Blanks .... 22 24 14 23 83 James C. Scanlan ....................... 47 26 19 23 115 James M. Hurley 34 16 22 28 100 Total ....,,.,,... 97 58 49 64 268 Blanks 16 16 8 13 53 SENATOR Total 97 58 49 64 268 Raymond Brennan 12 10 5 12 39 John W. Buey ...............,,........... 2 0 0 1 3 AUDITOR Thomas J. Carlin ..... ......... ............ 5 0 0 1 6 Thomas H. Buckley 58 38 35 40 171 Walter J. CIeary 19 11 11 9 50 Leo D. Walsh ....._._...._......._._..... 18 4 7 4 33 William D. Dacey ._.........._2 6 8 1 17 Blanks 21 16 7 20 64 Richard T. O'Brien _.... 3 1 2 3 9 James T. Sullivan 21 5 9 12 47 Total ....._ ....................,,.,............. 97 58 49 64 268 Thomas O'Brien 1 0 0 0 1 ATTORNEY GENERAL Paul A. Dever ..... ......... .._....... .. 82 41 38 51 212 Blanks ....._ 15 17 11 13 56 Blanks 32 25 14 25 96 Total 97 58 49 64 268 REPRESENTATIVES IN GENERAL COURT Total ..._ 97 58 49 64 268 William 13. Barry . 0 2 0 1 3 John E. Mitchell 0 2 0 0 2 SENATOR, IN CONGRESS Archibald R. Giroux .... ...... ...._0 1 0 5 6 James M. Curley .......................... 61 31 25 28 145 Blanks 194 111 98 122 525 Robert E. Greenwood ....._........ 26 23 15 26 90 Thomas C. O'Brien ....._...._.,...... 3 0 4 2 9 Total 194 116 98 128 536 Blanks ......,,..._....,,. 7 4 5 8 24 REGISTER OF PROBATE AND INSOLVENCY Total ....._._......_._...._......_ 97 58 49 64 268 Francis E. Burke 58 46 41 46 191 CONGRESSMAN John J. Butler 5 0 1 2 8 Robert J. Curran ....._....... _..... .._4 0 0 0 4 Daniel J. Coughlin 30 17 23 22 92 George F. Haggerty 0 0 2 0 2 Arthur F. Grenier 16 7 4 5 32 Florence C. Ramsey 7 3 0 1 11 Henry C. Rowland ....__...._.. 29 8 11 15 63 James H. Riley 1 2 0 1 4 Henry Meade ...._._..._.. ._......._ 0 0 1 0 1 Joseph B. Spillane ....._......._0 0 0 0 0 Thomas McCrady ...._ ......... 1 0 1 1 3 Charles Otis Sullivan . 2 0 0 1 3 Blanks _...._ ..... __........... _..._....... _ 21 26 9 21 77 Blanks 20 7 5 13 45 Total 97 58 49 64 268 Total 97 58 49 64 268 REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 127 COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Edward J. Barrett ....._....... 9 6 3 5 23 William P. Bennett ............... 3 0 0 0 3 James M. Canney ............._. 5 7 4 0 16 Michael De Luca ...._...... _._..._. 1 4 1 0 6 Joseph B. Doherty _. 7 0 1 1 9 Francis D. Donahue ....._.._..._.. 7 2 2 2 13 John J. Donoghue ....._.._..._.. 3 0 1 0 4 Howard W. Fitzpatrick 10 5 10 15 40 William R. Griffin ....__...._ 1 0 0 3 4 Edward L. Harley 3 3 3 4 13 William C. Harrington ....... _ 5 0 0 0 5 Edmund S. Haverty _..._...... _. 3. 1 2 2 8 Edward J. Lane ...._.........._2 0 0 0 2 Luke A. Manning ....._..... ..._20 6 12 18 56 Jeremiah F. Murphy 3 5 1 1 10 Thomas Murray .......... ............ 2 0 1 1 4 Edward A. Rose 21 6 7 7 41 Philip A. Sheridan ..__ 13 6 7 6 32 John J. Shine .,...__...._.... _ 8 4 1 7 20 Glenn J. Steeves .................„._._ 2 1 1 1 5 John A. Sweeney . 6 3 5 1 15 Joseph Paul Talarico ....._...._0 0 2 1 3 Blanks ..................... 60 57 34 53 204 194 116 98 128 536 COUNTY TREASURER John J. Bray, Jr. 16 5 7 7 35 Cornelius P. Cronin 20 16 8 13 57 John J. Devine .... ........ .._....... _7 2 1 1 11 James Patrick Dolan 1 3 4 1 9 James H. Duggan ....._......_1 1 1 2 5 Thomas F. Mackey 14 6 11 10 41 Henry F. Sullivan 13 2 5 7 27 Blanks .............._......._................_25 23 12 23 83 Total ........... 97 58 49 64 268 CLERK OF COURTS John J. Breen ................................ 12 5 6 6 29 John J. Brennan 15 10 8 12 45 James E. Burns 5 2 3 2 12 John B. Carr ._..........._._...._......_ 3 0 2 2 7 Robert E. Coughlin _.......__ 3 0 0 4 7 128 TOWN OF LEXINGTON John A. Crowley ..... _.......... ___ 3 1 3 0 7 Edward L. Ford ..._ 9 9 7 6 31 Francis J. Greeley..... _._..._.. 16 5 5 6 ti Stephen A. Murphy ....._ 3 5 2 6 16 BIanks....._._...._.....__............_.._......_.. 28 21 13 20 82 Total A true record, Attest: 97 58 49 64 268 JAMES J. CARROLL, Town Clerk. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 129 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 af- fairs, to meet in the Cary Memorial Building, in said Lex- ington, on Monday, the twenty-first day of September, 1936, at 8 :00 P.M. then and there to act on the following articles: Article 1. To receive the report of any Board of Town Officers or of any Committee of the Town and to ap- point other Committees. Article 2. To see if the Town will vote to transfer the sum of $529.51 from the Trunk Line Sewer Construc- tion Account to the Trunk Line Sewer Repairs Account. Article 3. To see if the Town will vote to appro- priate and transfer sums from available funds to the fol- lowing accounts : Public Welfare Health Department Engineering Dept. Salaries Engineering Dept. Expenses Public Works, Supt's. Office - Salaries Public Works Building, Expenses Town Offices and Cary Memorial Bldg. Expenses Snow Removal Garbage Collection Article 4. To see if the Town will vote to approve the purchase of land outside the limits of the Town of Lex- ington, said land to be used for an airport to be construe - 130 TOWN OF LEXINGTON ted under the Works Progress Administration and main- tained in conjunction with the Towns of Bedford and Con- cord, and appropriate a sum of money therefor by trans- fer from available funds or by the issuance of bonds or notes, or act in any manner relating thereto. Article 5. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate funds for labor and materials on public works and for other expenses in connection therewith, to be expended by the Selectmen for aid to persons employed on various pro- jects, and provide funds therefor by transfer from avail- able funds. Article 6. To see if the Town will vote, upon a pe- tition of Calvin W. Childs, to amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and Map by changing from an R-1 District to a C-1 District the parcel of land described as follows: "30. (b). At the junction of the Concord Turnpike and Watertown Street the parcel bounded easter- ly by the curve at said junction 55.98 feet ; south- erly by said Turnpike 277.50 feet; westerly by a line at right angles to said Turnpike 98.97 feet; northwesterly by a line at right angles to said Watertown Street 98.97 feet; and northeasterly by said Watertown Street 286.96 feet." Article 7. To see if the Town will vote, upon pe- tition of Daniel J. O'Connell, to amend the Lexington Zon- ing By -Law and Map by changing from an R-1 District to a C-1 District the parcel of land described as follows : "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 Low- ell Railroad Corp. right of way distant 317.40 feet, containing about 27,994 square feet." Article 8. To see if the Town will vote, upon pe- tition of Sarah A. Cutler, to amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and Map by changing from an R-1 District to a C-1 District the parcel of land described as follows : "On the easterly side of Pleasant Street beginning at a point about 100 feet from the northerly line REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 131 of the Cambridge Turnpike, extending northerly one hundred and fifty (150) feet, along Pleasant Street and of a depth of one hundred (100) feet, the southerly side of the said parcel being Clema- tis Brook." Article 9. To see if the Town will vote, upon peti- tion of Eric S. Peterson, to amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and Map by changing from an R-1 District to a C-1 District the parcel of land described as follows: "At the junction of Blossom Street and the new Concord Highway upon the southerly side of the new Concord Highway and the easterly side of BIossom Street, extending 150 feet easterly along the new Concord Highway and of a depth of 100 feet from the southerly line of the new Concord Highway throughout." Article 10. To see if the Town will vote to trans- fer the sum of $300.00 from the Sewer Construction Sundry Streets Account to the Sewer Maintenance Account. Article 11. To see if the Town will vote to appro- priate and transfer funds to defray the expenses of the Lexington Town Meeting Association, or act in any man- ner relating thereto. 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 eighth day of September, A. D., 1936. CHARLES E. FERGUSON PHILIP M. CLARK ARCHIBALD R. GIRoux ALBERT A. Ross WILLIAM G. POTTER Selectmen of Lexington. 132 TOWN OF LEXINGTON September 14, 1936. To THE TOWN CLERK : I have notified the inhabitants of Lexington by post- ing 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. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 133 SPECIAL TOWN MEETING Heid September 21, 1936 The meeting was called to order by the Moderator, Robert H. Holt, at 8 :07 P. M. There were 179 Town Meeting Members present. Town Clerk, James J. Carroll, read the warrant for the meeting until upon motion of A. Edward Rowse, which was seconded, and voted unanimously, further reading was waived. 8:08 P. M. Article 1. Selectman Charles E. Ferguson moves to take up Article One, offering the following : Voted : That the Moderator appoint a Committee of five Town Meeting Members representative of all sections of the Town to study and investigate the Vine Brook Drain- age situation, and to make recommendation to the Town at the Annual Town Meeting in 1937 as to the advisability of undertaking construction work to improve Vine Brook Drainage. Carried Unanimously 8:10 P. M. Article 2. Selectman Charles E. Ferguson moves to take up Article 2, offering the following: Voted : That the sum of $529.51 be transferred from the Trunk Line Sewer Construction Account to the Trunk Line Sewer Repairs Account. Chairman of the Appropriation Committee, A. Edward Rowse, presents report, without reading same, moving same be accepted and placed on file. Carried Unanimous 8:13 P. M. 134 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Lexington, Mass., September 15, 1936. REPORT OF THE APPROPRIATION COMMITTEE The Appropriation Committee makes the following re- port with reference to the Articles contained in the Town Warrant dated September 8, 1936, calling for a special Town Meeting to be held September 21, 1936. Article 1. To receive the report of any Board of Town Officers or of any Committee of the Town and to appoint other Committees. The Appropriation Committee makes no recommen- dation under this Article. Article 2. To see if the Tgwn will vote to transfer the sum of $529.51 from the Trunk Line Sewer Construc- tion Account to the Trunk Line Sewer Repairs Account. The Appropriation Committee recommends that un- der this Article the sum of $529.51 be appropriated for Trunk Line Sewer Repairs, and that this amount be transferred from the Trunk Line Sewer Construc- tion Account. Article 3. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate and transfer sums from available funds to the follow- ing accounts: Public Welfare Health Department Engineering Department - Salaries Engineering Department - Expenses Public Works, Supt's. Office - Salaries Public Works Building, Expenses Town Offices & Cary Memorial Bldg. Expenses Snow Removal Garbage Collection The Appropriation Committee recommends that un- der this Article appropriations be made and that the amounts be transferred from Excess & Deficiency account as follows: REPORT OF TOWN CLERK For Public Welfare..,..__..-........__...,_..._�........_..._ For Health Department . For Engineering Dept. Salaries ........,._...._...._ For Public Works, Supt's. Office Salaries For Public Works Building Expenses ..... For Town Offices & Cary Memorial Building Expenses....._...._...._...._...._......._...._....__.._...._............ For Snow Removal .........__...._..._..._ ....................__ For Garbage Collection _..._...._ ..............._........._ $18,000.00 2,400.00 560.00 271.00 865.00 300.00 2,100.00 600.00 135 Article 4. To see if the Town will vote to approve the purchase of land outside of the limits of the Town of Lexington, said land to be used for an. airport to be con- structed under the Works Progress Administration and maintained in conjunction with the Towns of Bedford and Concord, and appropriate a sum of money therefor by transfer from available funds or by the issuance of bonds or notes, or act in any manner relating thereto. The Appropriation Committee recommends that this Article be indefinitely postponed. Article 5. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate funds for labor and materials on public works and for other expenses in connection therewith, to be expended by the Selectmen for aid to persons employed on various pro- jects, and provide funds therefor by transfer from available funds. The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sum of $5,000.00 be appropriated and transferred from the Excess and Deficiency Account. Article 6. To see if the Town will vote, upon petition of Calvin W. Childs, to amend the Lexington Zoning By - Law and Map by changing from an R-1 District to a C-1 District the parcel of land described as follows : "30 (b) . At the junction of the Concord Turnpike and Watertown Street the parcel bounded easterly by the curve at said junction 55.98 feet; southerly by said Turnpike 277.50 feet; westerly by a line at right angles to said Turnpike 98.97 feet; north- westerly by a line at right angles to said Water- town Street 98.97 feet; and northeasterly by said Watertown Street 286.96 feet." 136 TOWN OF LEXINGTON The Appropriation Committee makes no recommen- dation under this Article. Article 7. To see if the Town will vote, upon peti- tion of Daniel J. O'Connell, to amend the Lexington Zon- ing By -Law and Map by changing from an R-1 District to a C-1 District the parcel of land described as follows: "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 Low- ell Railroad Corp. right of way distant 317.40 feet, containing about 27,994 square feet." The Appropriation Committee makes no recommen- dation under this Article. Article 8. To see if the Town will vote, upon peti- tion of Sarah A. Cutler, to amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and Map by changing from an R-1 District to a C-1 District the parcel of land described as follows: "On the easterly side of Pleasant Street begin- ning at a point about 100 feet from the north- erly line of the Cambridge Turnpike, extending. northerly one hundred and fifty (150) feet, along Pleasant Street and of a depth of one hundred (100) feet, the southerly side of the said parcel being Clematis Brook." The Appropriation Committee makes no recommen- dation under this Article. Article 9. To see if the Town will vote, upon peti- tion of Eric S. Peterson, to amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and Map by changing from an R-1 District to a C-1 District the parcel of land described as follows : "At the junction of Blossom Street and the new Concord Highway upon the southerly side of the new Concord Highway and the easterly side of Blossom Street, extending 150 feet easterly along the new Concord Highway and of a depth of 100 feet from the southerly line of the new Concord Highway throughout." REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 137 The Appropriation Committee makes no recommen- dation under this Article. Article 10. To see if the Town will vote to transfer the sum of $300.00 from the Sewer Construction Sundry Streets Account to the Sewer Maintenance Account. The Appropriation Committee recommends that the sum of $300.00 be appropriated for Sewer Mainten- ance and that this amount be transferred from Sew- er Construction Sundry Streets Account. Article 11. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate and transfer funds to defray the expenses of the Lex- ington Town Meeting Association, or act in any manner re- lating thereto. The Appropriation Committee recommends that this Article be indefinitely postponed. GENERAL COMMENTS ON THE WARRANT Trunk Line Sewer The additional money for Trunk Line Sewer Repairs Account is needed in order to raise some of the manholes in the old trunk line sewer inasmuch as the manholes are now below the flood level, thereby causing surface leakage into the sewer. Public Welfare The additional money is approved for the Public Wel- fare Department due to continued increased expenditures which appeared to start during the last six months of 1935 and have carried on into 1936. Health Department The additional funds have been approved for the Health Department for the reason that that Department has been subjected to unusual expenditures for hospitalization and other expenses on contagious diseases. The $2400.00 provided is believed to be sufficient to carry the Department through the balance of the year and to provide about $400.- 00 for the purchase of a new pump for the cart used by Mr. Canessa in pumping out cesspools, etc. 138 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Engineering Dept. Salaries The additional amount of $560.00 is required to cover the part-time salary of an additional engineer for the bal- ance of the year and to provide the salary for an engineer transferred from the Water Department to the Engineering Department. The additional engineer is required to pro- perly prepare preliminary requests in connection with pro- posed W.P.A. projects. Engineering Dept. Expenses The amount of $300.00 is requested by the Board of Selectmen for labor in taking soundings in connection with the construction of culverts over Vine Brook. In view of the motion to be presented under Article 1 to form a Com- mittee to investigate and make recommendations on Vine Brook Drainage, it seems to this Committee advisable not to provide this money until the Town has committed itself to the advisability of proceeding with the whole Vine Brook Drainage project. Public Works—Supt's. Office Salaries The additional amount of $271.00 is required on ac- count of the fact that former Superintendent Trask was allowed a vacation with pay after the new Superintendent took office and, therefore, there was a duplication of pay for that period. Also, additional money is required to in- crease the salary of the present Superintendent from $3300.- 00 per annum to $4200.00 per annum, effective November 11th. Public Works Building Expenses The additional amount of $730.00 is required for gen- eral maintenance expenses due to the fact that certain ex- penses have been incurred which were not included in the 1936 budget as approved and voted. Also, the sum of $135.00 is needed for the purchase of a new grease gun. Town Offices & Cary Memorial Bldg. Expenses The additional amount of $300.00 is required to cover the general maintenance expenses for the balance of the year. Snow Removal The additional amount of $2100.00 is required for mi- nor equipment, labor, and insurance. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 139 Garbage Collection The additional money is required to provide for funds under a new contract. The old contract for Garbage Col- lection expires the latter part of September and the new contract will call for a larger expenditure than the old con- tract. Labor, Materials & Expenses on Public Works The Board of Selectmen have requested $8000.00 for this item of which $3000.00 is to be the cost of materials and expenses to construct culverts over Vine Brook at East Street and Bowser's Road. In view of the motion to be presented under Article 1 to form a Committee to investi- gate and make recommendations on Vine Brook Drainage, it seems to this Committee advisable not to construct these culverts until the Town has committed itself as to the ad- visability of proceeding with the whole Vine Brook Drain- age project. The additional sum of $5000.00 is required to cover further expenses on the Mill Brook project, Clema- tis Brook project, Topographical Survey, Waltham Street Sidewalk, Moth Project, and other expenses. This money is all used on projects where the labor is provided by the Federal Government on the so-called W.P.A. Projects. Sewer Maintenance The additional amount of $300.00 is required for ser- vice connections. Lexington Town Meeting Association The Appropriation Committee recommends indefinite postponement of this Article for the reason that the appro- priation of funds for the purpose set forth in the Article would not be legal. Excess & Deficiency Account On September 1, 1935, the amount in our Excess & Deficiency account was $64,287.51. The amount in the Ex- cess & Deficiency account which is available for transfer by vote of the Town Meeting is the difference between the amount in the Excess & Deficiency account and the uncol- lected delinquent real estate taxes. As of September lst, the uncollected real estate taxes for 1935 and prior years amounted to $33,581.72. Subtracting this amount of $33,- 581.72 from the amount of $64,287.51 in the Excess & 140 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Deficiency account results in a balance of $30,705.79, which is the amount which was available for the use of the Town on September lst. It will be observed that the transfers which the Appropriation Committee has approved from the Excess & Deficiency account total $30,096.00. Respectfully submitted, A. EDWARD RowsE, Chairman Louis E. YEAGER RAYMOND L. WHITE WINTHROP H. BOWKER A. R. SODERBERG GEORGE M. HYNES A. W. RUcKER Appropriation Committee of the Town of Lexington The Moderatorinstructs the Town Clerk to note and check report as being filed. Article 2, as presented by Selectman Charles E. Ferguson presented and carried unanimously 8:13 P. M. Article 3. Selectman Charles E. Ferguson moves to take up Article 3, reading same, each item being voted upon separately, as follows : Voted: That the following sums be appropriated and transferred from the Excess and Deficiency Account to the following accounts: Public Welfare $18,000.00. Carried unanimous 8:14 P. M. Health Department $2,400.00. Carried unanimous 8:15 P. M. Engineering Department -Salaries 560.00, Question by Mr. Arthur F. Hutchinson referring to re- port of Vine Brook Committee of 1930. Answered by Selectman Charles E. Ferguson. Moved by Mr. Arthur F. Hutchinson that same be laid upon table or indefinitely postponed. Moderator Robert H. Holt states that it must be one or the other, laid on table or indefinitely postponed, asking REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 141 which it shall be, whereby Mr. Arthur F. Hutchinson moves for indefinite postponement. The main question for indefinite postponement of the transfer of $560.00 was put to a vote, and the indefinite postponement was declared lost. Unanimous 8:19 P. M. The main question for the transfer of $560.00 for En- gineers' salaries was put to a vote, and declared carried unanimous 8:19 P.M. Engineering Department - Expenses $300.00 Carried Unanimous 8.23 P. M. Public Works, Superintendent's Office -Salaries 271.00 Carried Unanimous 8:23 P. M. Public Works Building Expenses .. .. _..._ 865.00 Carried Unanimous 8:25 P. M. Town Offices & Cary Memorial Building - Ex- penses — Carried Unanimous 8:26 P. M....... 300.00 Snow Removal - Carried Unanimous 8:27 P. M. 2,100.00 Garbage Collection - Carried Unanimous 8:27 600.00 P. M. Article 4. Selectman Charles E. Ferguson moves to take up Article 4, at the same time moving that Article 4 be indefinitely postponed. Mr. Walter E. Sands objects to indefinite postpone- ment, that the Town Meeting Members expected to vote on the article. The question of indefinite postponement of Article 4 was put to a voice vote, the result of same being doubted by the Moderator, whereby a rising vote was taken, results as follows : Yes 31 51 17 99 Tellers Roger D. Long Neil McIntosh Charles M. Blake No 5 46 14 65 Indefinite postponement carried 8:31 P. M. Article 5. Selectman Charles E. Ferguson moves to take up Article 5, offering the following: 142 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Voted : That the sum of $8,000.00 be appropriated for labor and materials on public works and for other expenses in connection therewith, to be expended by the Selectmen for aid to persons employed on various projects, and that to provide funds for this appropriation, the sum of $8,000.- 00 8,000:00 be transferred from the Excess and Deficiency account. Amendment to the motion made by Mr. Edward Rowse, Chairman of the Appropriation Committee, that the amount be changed to read $5,000.00 instead of $8,000.00. Mr. Arthur F. Hutchinson refers to Metcalf -Eddy re- port. General discussion from following speakers. Glynn, Houghton, Rowse, Duffy, Worthen, Farnham, Spellman, and Ryder. The amendment of A. Edward Rowse, to reduce the amount from $8,000.00 to $5,000.00 was put to a vote and declared lost. Unanimous 8 :56 P. M. The original motion as presented for $8,000.00 was voted upon and declared carried. Unanimous 8:57 P. M. Article 6. Selectman Charles E. Ferguson moves to take up Article 6. Mr. A. Edward Rowse calls the attention to the Modera- tor of Article 5, that under Chapter 90, General Laws, such vote should be by two-thirds majority, whereby the Moder- ator called for a standing vote, with results as follows: Yes Tellers 27 Roger D. Long 81 Neil McIntosh 31 Charles M. Blake No 4 3 0 139 7 Declared carried 8 :58 P. M. Selectman Charles E. Ferguson moves to take up Ar- ticle 6, whereby Mr. Lyon Carter offered the following mo- tion: Voted : That the Town amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and Map by changing from an R-1 District to a C-1 District the parcel of land described as follows : REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 143 At the junction of the Concord Turnpike and Wa- tertown Street the parcel bounded easterly by the curve at said junction 55.98 feet; southerly by said Turnpike 277.50 feet ; westerly by a line at right angles to said Turnpike 98.97 feet ; north- westerly by a line at right angles to said Water- town Street 98.97 feet; and northeasterly by said Watertown Street 286.96 feet. Mr. Carter asked that the privilege be granted Mr. Cal- vin W. Childs to address the Town Meeting Members. The Town Meeting Members having voted no objec- tions, Mr. Childs explained his proposition and reasons for his request. Mr. Neil H. Borden, Chairman of the Planning Board, reads report. Report of the Planning Board on the Following Pro- posed Amendment, as it Appears Under Article 6 in the Warrant for the Town Meeting, to be Held September 21, 1936: To amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law by changing from an R-1 (Residential) District to a C-1 (Commercial) District the parcel of land described as follows : "At the junction of the Concord Turnpike and Watertown Street the parcel bounded easterly by the curve at said junction 55.98 feet; southerly by said Turnpike 277.50 feet; westerly by a line at right angles to said Turnpike 98.97 feet; north- westerly by a line at right angles to said Water- town Street 98.97 feet; and northeasterly by said Watertown Street 286.96 feet." A public hearing was held on September 17, 1936 on the proposed amendment, after the notices given in accor- dance with the Lexington By -Law, and the Planning Board now submits a final report with recommendations to the Town Meeting. Each year, since work was started on the Concord Turnpike, the subject of the treatment of the adjoining property has been a major item in the program of the Planning Boards. This fall the Board crystallized its opin- 144 TOWN OF LEXINGTON ions and has presented a comprehensive report to the Town as a whole. Although that report was prepared previous to the receipt of this particular petition, it is hereby made a part of this report. In arriving at the decision to report adversely on this amendment the Board is governed by the following consid- erations: (1) Safety to the traveling public is of the utmost importance, and the intersection of Watertown Street and the Turnpike is the most dangerous Turnpike intersection in Lexington, not only because of the volume of heavy traf- fic, but because of the topography of land. This contention is supported by the police records, which show that for 1935 and so far this year, 44% of all the accidents along the Lexington portion of the Turnpike have occurred at this intersection. Anything that even tends to increase complexity at such an intersection is not for the public good. (2) While the Board cannot fairly consider in its de- liberations the question of personal gain or loss, the very fundamentals of sound zoning are to protect existing val- ues. Any business enterprise at this point is not in the best interest of either other business areas or to the protection of property rights in the immediate vicinity. (3) The Board has specifically recommended an area approximately two miles west for the paired gasoline sta- tions deemed most suitable for the highway, and it is con- vinced that its plan is far superior to this spot from the standpoints of safety to motorists, effect on real estate val- ue, and development of the highway. (4) There is at present no zoning by-law establish- ing areas for the sale of gasoline, oil, and auto accessories only. Until the Town Meeting can consider this problem, the Board hopes that no action will be taken by the Town to establish a C-1 zone on the new road. The Board feels that priority of petitioning should not determine the granting of such areas and believes the REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 145 Town accordingly' should not rush into precipitate zone changes. Accordingly it recommends to the Town Meeting that this petition be denied. EDWARD W. KIMBALL CLEM H. FERGUSON DONALD E. NICKERSON LESTER F. ELLIS JOHN A. SELLARS Motion of Mr. Lyon Carter seconded by Mr, William H. Ballard. General discussion, following speakers, Dr. James J. Walsh, John H. Devine, William R. Greeley, Edwin B. Wor- then, Robert L. Ryder, Arthur F. Hutchinson, Ernest Cut- ter, Clarence Shannon. Motion to amend Zoning By -Laws under Article 6 was put to a standing vote as follows: Yes Tellers 25 George H. B. Green 89 Neil McIntosh 30 Charles M. Blake No 7 14 2 144 23 Declared carried by two-thirds vote - 10 :45 P. M. Article 9. Mr. Arthur F. Hutchinson moves to take up Article 9, offering the following: Voted: To amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law by changing from an R-1 District to a C-1 District the parcel of land described as follows: At the junction of Blossom Street and the new Concord Highway upon the southerly side of the new Concord Highway and the easterly side of Blossom Street, extending 150 feet easterly along the new Concord Highway and of a depth of 100 feet from the southerly line of the new Concord Highway throughout. Remarks by Mr. Robert L. Ryder. 146 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Mr. Neil H. Borden, Chairman of the Planning Board, reads report of Planning Board. Report of the Planning Board on the Following Pro- posed Amendment, as it Appears Under • Article 9 in the Warrant for the Town Meeting, to be Held September 21, 1936. To amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and Map by changing from an R-1 District to a C-1 District the parcel of land described as follows : "At the junction of Blossom Street and the new Concord Highway upon the southerly side of the new Concord Highway and the easterly side of Blossom Street, extending 150 feet easterly along the new Concord Highway and of a depth of 100 feet from the southerly line of the new Concord Highway throughout." A public hearing was held on September 17, 1936 on the proposed amendment, after the notices given in ac- cordance with the Lexington By -Law, and the Planning Board now submits a final report with recommendations to the Town Meeting. This petition for a business zone goes counter to the recommendations laid down in the plan for the development of the Cambridge -Concord Turnpike submitted to the Town Meeting Members by the Planning Board, which may be considered a part of this report. In this plan the Board ad- vises the minimum of business necessary to serve passing motorists and recommends specifically paired stations at a single point on the highway in the level area one half mile to the west of the spot involved here. While the spot sought by the applicant as a zone for erection of a gasoline station is judged from the standpoints of danger and interference with traffic movement to be less objectionable than those involved in other petitions pre- sented (or to be presented) to this Town Meeting, the Board does not feel that the Town should grant any petition for a business zone for sale of gasoline on the highway un- less it is satisfied that the application meets as nearly as possible the ideal desired and is in the best interests of the Town and of the motoring public. Mere priority of appli- REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 147 cation is not considered adequate reason for granting of such petitions. The needs of the motoring public for gaso- line service on this highway are not so pressing that the Town should rush into precipitate and unwise zoning changes. The chief objections to this zone change are: (1) It is far inferior to the area recommended by the Board for any gasoline station to be permitted by the Town. (2) It is at the entrance of an overpass intersection to the highway, deemed undesirable from a traffic safety standpoint. (3) The view of a gasoline station to eastbound mo- torists would be limited to some extent by the sharp grade west of the Waltham Street overpass and would be limited very greatly to westbound motorists by the sharp grade from Blossom Street and the high rocky cliffs bordering this grade. (4) While a station might be erected on the opposite side of the highway to give avoidance of crossing of motor- ists, such a station would be undesirable from the stand- point of visibility to motorists from the east who would be its patrons. (5) Finally, it must be pointed out that the applicant seeks a C-1 zone, which the Board feels undesirable for this highway. Although it is unfortunate that a limited gasoline zone is not available to applicants at this Town Meeting, the Board believes C-1 zones should not be granted. In view of these considerations, the Board recommends that the petition be denied. CLEM H. FERGUSON LESTER F. ELLIS JOHN A. SELL ARS NEIL H. BORDEN DONALD E. NICKERSON EDWARD W. KIMBALL Motion to amend Zoning By -Laws under Article 9 was put to a standing vote as follows : 148 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Yes Tellers 15 George H. E. Green 53 Neil McIntosh 20 Charles M. Blake No 7 37 5 88 49 Not being a majority two-thirds vote, amendment de- clared lost 11 P. M. Article 7. Mr. William E. Mulliken moves to take up Article 7, offering the following: Voted: That the Town 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 Low- eIl Railroad Corp. right of way distant 317.40 feet, containing about 27,994 square feet." Mr. Mulliken asks the privilege be granted Mr. Daniel J. O'Connell to address the Town Meeting Members from the floor, which was granted unanimously. Mr. Neil H. Borden, Chairman of the Planning Board, reads the report of the Planning Board. Report of the Planning Board on the Following Pro- posed Amendment, as it Appears Under Article 7 in the Warrant for the Town Meeting, to be held September 21, 1936. To amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and Map by changing from an R-1 District to a C-1 District the parcel of land described as follows : "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." REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 149 A public hearing was held on September 17, 1936, on the proposed amendment, after the notices given in accord- ance with the Lexington By -Law, and the Planning Board now submits a final report with recommendations to the Town Meeting. The Board believes that the fundamental of sound zoning is to protect property values through adherence to established zones, unless a change is justified by public need. It believes that the Town should not grant to any owner of peculiarly located or otherwise unusable tracts the privi- leges of business or other special uses unless such uses ,are clearly proven to be required. Former Boards have expressed the opinion that the areas already zoned for business were laid down for a population growth very considerably in excess of both what had actually occurred or might be reasonably expected for some time to come. The unprofitable uses of many build- ings around the Town convinces the present Board that these opinions apply at present, and that there is no necessi- ty for additional business areas at this time. That there is no demand for additional business in this particular locality is evinced by the lack of business develop- ment in the area now zoned for business along Woburn Street on the opposite side of the railroad track. The Town has recognized the advisability of protecting its heavy investment in public buildings by establishing a solid residential area on this side of Massachusetts Avenue from Vine Brook south. The Planning Board believes that the future needs of the Town will require the acquisition of not only this tract of land but the land intervening between this lot and the present Town Hall lot in order to provide adequate facili- ties for the police, fire, and other departments of the Town. It also believes that the changing of this wedge into a business area is unsound zoning and that no change should be made until there is a definite public need or until a civic use for it can be found. 150 TOWN OF LEXINGTON In view of these considerations, the Planning Board recommends to the Town Meeting that this petition be denied. NEIL H. BORDEN EDWARD W. KIMBALL CLEM H. FERGUSON LESTER F. ELLIS DONALD E. NICKERSON JOHN A. SELLARS Remarks by Edward W. Kimball, Eugene T. Buckley, Dr. Clarence Shannon, Leigh V. Farnham, George W. Sarano and Arthur F. Hutchinson. Motion to amend Zoning By -Laws under Article 7 was put to a standing vote as follows : Yes Tellers 12 George H. B. Green 52 Neil McIntosh 23 Charles M. Blake 87 No 7 23 7 37 Being a majority two-thirds vote, amendment declared carried. 11 :15 P.M. Article 10. Selectman Charles E. Ferguson moves to take up Article 10, offering the following: Voted : That the sum of $300.00 be transferred from the Sewer Construction Sundry Streets Account to the Sewer Maintenance Account. Carried unanimous 11:16 P.M. Article 11. Selectman Charles E. Ferguson moves to take up Article 11, at the same time moving that Article 11 be indefinitely postponed. Indefinite postponement carried unanimously 11 :17 P. M. Article 8. Selectman Charles E. Ferguson moves to take up Article 8. Mr. Burroughs takes the floor to speak in favor of Article 8. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 151 Moderator Robert H. Holt informs speaker, as yet no motion before meeting. Mr. Arthur F. Hutchinson offers motion as follows: Voted: To amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and Map by changing from an R-1 District to a C-1 District the parcel of land described as follows : "On the easterly side of Pleasant Street beginning at a point about 100 feet from the northerly line of the Cambridge Turnpike, extending northerly one hundred and fifty (150) feet, along Pleasant Street and of a depth of one hundred (100) feet, the southerly side of the said parcel being Clematis Brook." Mr. Neil H. Borden, Chairman of the Planning Board, reads report of the Planning Board. Report of the Planning Board on the Following Pro- posed Amendment, as it Appears Tinder Article 8 in the Warrant for the Town Meeting, to be Held September 21, 1936. To amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and Map by changing from an R-1 District to a C-1 District the parcel of land described as follows: "On the easterly side of Pleasant Street begin- ning at a point about 100 feet from the north- erly line of the Cambridge Turnpike, extending northerly one hundred and fifty (150) feet, along Pleasant Street and of a depth of one hundred (100) feet, the southerly side of the said parcel be- ing Clematis Brook." A public hearing was held on September 17, 1936, on the proposed amendment, after the notices given in accor- dance with the Lexington By -Law, and the Planning Board now submits a final report with recommendations to the Town Meeting. This petition for a business zone goes counter to the recommendations laid down in the plan for the development of Cambridge -Concord Turnpike submitted to the Town Meeting Members by the Planning Board, which may be considered a part of this report. In this plan the Board ad - 152 TOWN OF LEXINGTON vises the minimum of business zones necessary to serve passing motorists, and recommends specifically the scheme of paired stations at a single point on the highway in the level area approximately a mile to the west of the spot involved here. The chief objections to a zone change for this area are (1) It is inferior as a gasoline station site, from the standpoints of safety and effect on property values, to the area recommended by the Board. (2) It is located on an intersection, deemed undesira- ble from a traffic safety standpoint. (3) Visibility for westbound traffic is limited because of a high rock embankment on the highway to the east of the area. (4) A C-1 zone is sought, undesirable from the stand- point of development of the highway. Although it is un- fortunate that the limited gasoline zone is not available to applicants at this Town Meeting, the Board believes C-1 zones should not be granted. The Board feels that the Town should not grant any petition for a business zone for sale of gasoline on the highway unless it is satisfied that the application meets as nearly as possible the ideal desired and is in the best interests of the Town and of the motoring public. Mere priority of application is not considered adequate reason for granting of such petitions. The needs of the motoring public for gasoline service on this highway are not so pressing that the Town should rush into precipitate and unwise zoning changes. In view of these considerations, the. Board recommends to the Town Meeting that this petition be denied. NEIL H. BORDEN DONALD E. NICKERSON EDWARD W. KIMBALL CLEM H. FERGUSON LESTER F. ELLIS JOHN A. SELLARS REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 153 Mr. Burroughs granted permission by Town Meeting Members to speak from the floor. Motion to amend Zoning By -Laws under Article 8 put to a standing vote as follows: Yes Tellers No p George JL B. Green 12 4 Neil McIntosh 52 1 Charles M. Blake 19 5 83 In accordance with two-thirds vote required, same not obtained, amendment declared lost 11:26 P. M. All articles being dispensed with, the Moderator, Rob- ert H. Holt declares the meeting is dissolved. Unanimous 11:27 P. M. A true record, Attest: JAMES J. CARROLL, Town Clerk, 154 TOWN OF LEXINGTON WARRANT FOR STATE ELECTION COMMONWEALTH OP MASSACHUSETTS MIDDLESEX, SS. To either of the Constables of the Town of Lexington, in said County, Greeting : in the name of the Commonwealth you are hereby re- quired to notify and warn the inhabitants of said town who are qualified to vote in Elections to 'meet in ADAMS SCHOOL, East Lexington (Precinct 1) ; CARY MEMORIAL BUILDING, Lexington Center (Pre- cinct 2, Precinct 3, Precinct 4) on TUESDAY, the THIRD day of NOVEMBER, 1936, at six o'clock A. M. to cast their ballots for the following officers: Presidential Electors; Governor; Lieutenant Gov- ernor; Secretary; Treasurer ; Auditor ; Attorney General; Senator in Congress; Representative in Congress; Councillor; Senator; Two Represen- tatives in General Court; Register of Probate and Insolvency ; Two County Commissioners ; County Treasurer; One Clerk of the Courts (to fill vacan- cy), And to take action on the following questions: QUESTION 1. "Shall sections twenty-six to thirty-one 11, inclusive, of chapter thirty-two of the General Laws, inserted therein by section one of an act of the general court passed in the cur- rent year entitled 'An Act providing for Contributory Re- tirement Systems for Cities and Towns that may be Accep- ted by Them, and making Certain Other Changes in the Laws relative to Retirement Systems', enabling cities and towns which accept it to establish contributory retirement systems for their employees, to be YES accepted?" I NO I REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 15 QUESTION 2. To obtain a full expression of opinion, voters should vote on all three of the following questions :— (a) If a voter desires to permit the sale in this town of any and all alcoholic beverages to be drunk on and off the premises where sold, he will vote "Yes" on all three questions. (b) If he desires to permit the sale herein of wines and malt beverages only to be drunk on and off the premises where sold, he will vote "No" on question one, "Yes" on question two and "No" on question three. (c) If he desires to permit the sale herein of all al- coholic beverages but only in packages, so called, not to be drunk on the premises where sold, he will vote "No" on questions one and two and "Yes" on question three. (d) If he desires to permit the sale herein of wines and malt beverages to be drunk on and off the premises where sold and in addition other alcoholic beverages but only in packages, so called, not to be drunk on the premises where sold, he will vote "No" on question one and "Yes" on questions two and three. (e) If he desires to prohibit the sale herein of any and all alcoholic beverages whether to be drunk on or off the premises where sold, he will vote "No" on all three questions. 1. Shall licenses be granted in this town for the sale therein of all alcoholic beverages (whiskey, rum, YES gin, malt beverages, wines and all other alco- ON holic beverages) ? 2. Shall licenses be granted in this town for the sale therein of wines and malt beverages (wines and I YES Li beer, ale and all other malt beverages) ? j NO r 3. Shall licenses be granted in this town for the sale therein of all alcoholic beverages in packages, so called, not to be drunk on the premises? 156 TOWN OF LEXINGTON QUESTION 3. QUESTION OF PUBLIC POLICY UNDER GENERAL LAWS (Tercentenary Edition) Chapter 53, Section 19 "Shall the Representatives in the General Court from this district be instructed to vote in favor of amending the State constitution for the purpose of limiting the amount of taxes, for all purposes, which may be legally levied against any real estate within the Common- wealth to a sum not exceeding $25.00 for each one thousand dollars of assessed valuation?" YES NO The polls will be open at 6:00 A. 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 twentieth day of October, A. D., 1936. CHARLES E. FERGUSON PHILIP M. CLARK ARCHIBALD R. GIROUX ALBERT A. Ross WILLIAM G. POTTER, Selectmen of Lexington. October 26, 1936. 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. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 157 STATE ELECTION November 3, 1936 The following election officers had been appointed by the Selectmen and were assigned to duty at the four pre- cincts as follows: PRECINCT ONE Charles J. Dailey . _._...._......_......._...._.._._-...__...,_ Warden Bartlett J. Harrington ..._....._._..............,.. ...._ ___-.......Inspector George Foster ...............,,._.__...._.....__............»,,,,.._ Inspector MaryE. Stankard....,_..._.._,.......__...._.._.....,.........,...._...........__...Clerk Mary A. Rowland . ......................._........__..........._.........._........_.Teller Donald Cameron -... Pauline E. Bartlett _...._ George F. Stygles ....._..... Frank A. Cook, Jr. _.._ Mabelle S. Peavy . ..».................._--._ ..___.....Teller DeTrafford Smith ..,.,.....„...._....._ .._.._.._......._._ ._.... -.....Teller Arthur W. Hughes _..___...._..._.......,........ ...Teller ..Teller ..Teller ..Teller PRECINCT TWO Lucius Austin..,.._..................._.�---._........ _..._..... _......... _.._....Inspector Randall Richards __...._....._.....,,.,,.... JohnH. Dacey ..... .............. ._._........... __..... ..»...»..»....... Arthur L. Hanson - ••••-• EdwardMcGrory..._........._.._..,_..,........,._....___..._.._. Elizabeth Nourse.....__.......... ...»....... ............... __...... _ Madeline J. Corbett . .... ........ ... Barbara O'Connor William S. Bramhall............................ _...... .. MaryJ. Ferry _ ................__......._.........,._...._.........._._ Jesse Condinho..... .............. _.._..._....... _....... _..... ............» ..»__.,_.....Clerk _......_ Teller _._.....Teller ..................Teller .Teller _ ......Teller ....__...._.._.Teller . __Teller ,..._ ........Teller Additional officers added by Irving B. Pierce, Warden. D John J. Kelley, 8 Muzzey Street, Lexington. Marjorie Pierce, 59 Forest Street, Lexington, relieved 11:30 A.M. (undeclared) and replaced by— R Eleanor T. Rusted, 36 Kendall Road. D Ruth Ray, 4 Muzzey Street. 11 George V. Morse, Vine Brook Road. at 158 TOWN OF LEXINGTON PRECINCT THREE Hiram W. Jackson ...__.......__... ,....» Warden Frederick Tullar_........._._.......__...._.................».._...._...Inspector Charles E. Moloy, Jr_.........._ Inspector Emma Hovey _..._.....__......._.. _...._...._....Inspector C. E. Collieson .Inspector LillianS. Tullar_........... ._...... _....... _...... ........................_Inspector John McKearney......,,._..._..........._......_.............. _ Clerk JohnCorcoran_...._....____...._......._.......__..,,.,...»...........__.....Teller MauriceWoodward _............ _.................. ........ ........ _.........--....Teller J. J. McCormick _........... ._....... ....»........... ...,... ..... _..... __......_...»...Teller Henry Meade _.._ _..........._............. »._.........-_......._. Teller Esther Graham....__....._..................»...,,..._....,.._..._.._...._...._..._. Teller Edward B. O'Connor ....._._.._...._..._.....,...._.»...._. Teller Samuel Wellington__...._...._........__......._._...._...,,...»..»_.___.Teller PRECINCT FOUR Howard E. Custance .».......... _._........ _...._..Warden William E. Mulliken....._.....__............._____...._..... Inspector Katherine Kiernan Inspector Frank Maguire _._. .Clerk James J. Waldron....._...,...............__......................,..__.......Teller MargaretMerrick .............._......._......._......._ _......._......,.,,,...._...........Teller CharlesP. McEnroe...._.........................._,_,............,,._.._..._....__....Teller Carl Hauck Teller JosephCosgrove _....... .......... ._........ ._.......... _..._...._...._...._...»Teller Robert Cady Teller Madeline Peterson_..._................_..._.._......._._....._._.__..._......._..Teller Additional officers added by Howard E. Custance, Warden. R Josephine F. Waldron R Frank Herrick D Norman Talcott, Jr. D Sarah E. Comley D Mary A. Spellman R Marie Mowat Town Clerk James J. Carroll read the Warrant for the State Election until further reading was waived by mo- tion of Irving B. Pierce, which was seconded and declared a unanimous vote. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 159 160 TOWN OF LEXINGTON The polls were declared open in each precinct at six GOVERNOR A. M., and remained open in each precinct until eight P. M., Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Prec. 4 Total at which time after due notice, they were closed. Fred G. Bushold 9 5 12 4 30 Alfred H. Evans ......3 0 1 0 4 The election officers were sworn to the faithful perfor- John W. Haigis ......_ ...,.... 848 939 893 863 3543 mance of their duties. The ballots were counted by the Horace I. Hillis --.. 3 0 1 0 4 election officers in each precinct, the tally sheets and total Otis Archer Hood ....... 3 1 3 1 8 vote sheets prepared by the Town Clerk being used. Charles F. Hurley .............. 467 297 343 341 1448 The total registration of voters was 5614 (five thou- Alfred Baker Lewis .. 3 0 3 3 9 W sand six hundred fourteen). William H. McMaster_ s 47 25 31 44 147 89 Blanks 21 16 18 34 89 Precinct 1 — Total number of voters: 1510 Fifteen hun- dred ten. Precinct 2 — Total number of voters: 1356 Thirteen hun- dred fifty-six. Precinct 3 — Total number of voters: 1362 Thirteen hun- dred sixty-two. Precinct 4 — Total number of voters: 1386 Thirteen hun- dred eighty-six. The Town Clerk and Board of Registrars canvassed the result as follows: Precinct 1 — Ballots cast: 1404 Fourteen hundred four. Precinct 2 — Ballots cast: 1283 Twelve hundred eighty- three. Precinct 3 — Ballots cast: 1305 Thirteen hundred five. Precinct 4 — Ballots cast: 1290 Twelve hundred ninety. Total vote cast : 5282. (Five thousand two hundred eighty-two.) PRESIDENT AND VICE-PRESIDENT Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Prec. 4 Total Aiken and Teichert 2 0 0 0 2 Thomas Gilmartin .....-.....,.... 4 1 2 1 8 Browder and Ford ...... ....... _2 0 1 0 3 Mabelle M. Groves .._._.- 2 1 6 1 10 Colvin and Watson ___ ........ _ 0 1 1 0 2 Harold J. Hatfield 11 5 9 8 33 Landon and Knox 832 924 862 871 3489 Eva Hoffman __.....__.._...._ 2 1 2 1 G Lemke and O'Brien ....__._80 19 49 50 198 James M. Hurley _.. _. 378 244 345 306 1273 Roosevelt and Garner 464 314 371 349 1498 William E. Hurley _. 931 992 909 920 3752 Thomas and Nelson 3 3 2 4 12 Sylvester J. McBride ____ 10 3 5 4 22 Blanks 21 22 19 16 78 Blanks ._...,.. _ . 66 36 27 49 178 Total _._.......W..,. ,1404 1283 1305 1290 5282 LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR Henning A. Blomen _......._ 10 2 2 2 16 Freeman W. Follett ....w....». 2 1 2 3 8 Walter S. Hutchins 8 2 2 7 19 Francis E. Kelley ..._.._.____ 443 275 351 328 1397 Leverett Saltonstall 877 974 922 907 3680 Paul C. Wicks ..... ._.._m.. .... _6 1 2 1 10 Blanks ..............,...__......._............_- 58 28 24 42 152 1404 1283 1305 1290 5282 SECRETARY Frederic W. Cook ......._.. 936 994 922 927 3779 Ralph Dow ..._ ...._..—10 3 4 8 25 George L. McGlynn ______ 6 0 5 5 16 Mary E. Moore Joseph Santosuosso _.._._382 248 323 294 1247 Blanks ........._-...... ..-,..._.__ 65 36 44 55 200 Total ,,.. ,,,.. ,.,„„ -..m.._.. 1404 1283 1305 1290 5282 TREASURER Total ....._...._.........._.._........_ 1404 1283 1305 1290 5282 Total _ ._ 1404 1283 1305 1290 5282 REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 161 162 TOWN OF LEXINGTON AUDITOR COUNCILLOR Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Prec. 4 Total Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Prec. 4 Total Lyman M. Aldrich ... _......_1 5 3 6 15 James J. Brennan _..._._.._,... 399 252 354 319 1324 Thomas H. Buckley ....._ 413 281 351 328 1373 Eugene A. F. Burtnett .,_.,, 851 943 866 867 3527 Richard Darby 3 1 6 4 14 Kenneth W. Frederick _..._.. 17 11 15 11 54 Elizabeth Donovan ...... 12 4 7 5 28 Edward I. Robinson __.. 17 10 13 8 48 Alfred Haase _____ 2 1 3 1 7 Blanks ......,,....._... ........ —..._....____.. 120 67 57 85 329 Walter J. Hogan .........._.._ 5 1 3 2 11 —._.. — Russell A. Wood . 886 940 890 886 3602 1404 1283 1305 1290 5282 Blanks 82 50 42 58 232 SENATOR Total 1404 1283 1305 1290 5282 Walter J. Cleary ....._..... 363 214 315 271 1163 ATTORNEY GENERAL Joseph R. Cotton 970 1017 951 955 3893 Morris Berzon ....._...._....._._.....,. 10 3 5 5 23 Thomas C. O'Brien ....__....__ 0 0 0 1 1 Paul A. Dever .._...._........._... 474 317 384 368 1543 Blanks 71 52 39 63 225 Felix Forte 841 918 867 843 3469 George F. Hogan ....... 1 2 5 13 21 Total ......,..._... 1404 1283 1305 1290 5282 Fred E. Oelcher ..__....... __._.,. 7 2 2 2 13 Michael Tuysuzian _....,..... .... 3 1 2 1 7 REPRESENTATIVES IN GENERAL COURT • Blanks ._.._...._...._........ .._ 68 40 40 58 206 _ William B. Barry ...._ 443 262 356 337 1389 Total 1404 1283 1305 1290 5282 Nelson B. Crosby ..... ,...._..... 777 877 814 796 3264 Hollis M. Gott ..... _.......... ____ 775 879 816 786 3256 SENATOR IN CONGRESS John E. Mitchell .,..................... 348 200 315 241 1104 Alonzo B. Cook 6 15 3 9 33 Blanks ..._...._..._.....,,..........,, ....». 474 348 309 420 1551 Albert Sprague Coolidge.,, 4 2 4 3 13 Total 2808 2566 2610 2580 10564 James M. Curley 384 238 318 273 1213 Ernest L. Dodge 2 2 4 5 13 Charles Flaherty .......„.......,,... 2 1 2 1 6 REGISTER OF PROBATE AND INSOLVENCY Guy M. Gray 10 4 1 4 19 Francis E. Burke 516 365 447 473 1801 Moses H. Gulesian ....__... 4 6 6 7 23 Loring P. Jordan .,,,.— 787 868 817 745 3217 Henry Cabot Lodge, Jr.._... 886 950 890 891 3617 Eileen O'Connor Lane ___15 4 3 6 28 Wilbur D. Moon ..............._..... 0 2 0 1 3 Blanks _..._...._._._...._.._... 86 46 38 66 236 Thomas C. O'Brien ...,........_ 69 34 56 59 218 Wilbur J. McCrady ...__.... 0 0 0 2 2 TotaI1404 1283 1305 1290 5282 Blanks...__..........._..,,.......,.W..— 37 29 21 35 122 Total ............._...._.....__......._.. 1404 1283 1305 1290 5282 CONGRESSMAN Daniel J. Coughlin _......... 305 196 269 242 1012 John T. Kevin, Jr. ...T.._... 29 5 7 16 57 Edith Nourse Rogers ... ..... 985 1011 971 955 3922 Wilbur J. McCrady ..... 24 26 28 30 108 Blanks _..._..._..__.. , ........ 61 45 30 47 183 COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Nathaniel I. Bowditch ..,__. 748 863 804 769 3184 Robert Butler ... 19 5 10 8 42 Howard Fitzpatrick __......._ 344 222 333 259 1158 Angelo Massiello 16 5 6 8 35 Edward A. Rose .......... 314 204 270 274 1062 Walter C. Wardwell ____ 819 887 820 800 3326 Blanks ...._...._ ................_.._...._...__ 548 380 367 462 1757 Total 1404 1283 1305 1290 5282 Total 2808 2566 2610 2580 10564 REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 163 164 TOWN OF LEXINGTON COUNTY TREASURER TAX LIMITATION Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 Prec. 4 Total Mary Eubanks . 20 9 12 11 52 Charles E. Hatfield _.._....._ 873 959 892 875 3599 Thomas F. Mackey 403 254 341 315 1313 Blanks ....._ .._.........._..._.. _...._108 61 60 89 318 Total ...». ...............».,,......», 1404 1283 1305 1290 5282 CLERK OF COURTS Edward L. Ford .... 412 253 357 322 1344 John R. MacKinnon ........._... 875 955 896 872 3598 V. Philip Torigian .......... 15 6 12 8 41 BIanks....._...._..._..........._.._...._..._.. 102 69 40 88 299 Total .................. ................ 1404 1283 1305 1290 5282 LICENSE NO. 1 Yes .._._......_..._..,,,...._ 609 403 452 495 1959 No .._ 590 672 663 586 2511 Blanks ....._.. ....... _ ........ .....,»„ 205 208 190 209 812 Total 1404 1283 1305 1290 5282 LICENSE NO. 2 Yes ............. 628 416 451 515 2010 No .».._......._.. ._.......__....., .._,........_.. 534 602 629 532 2297 242 265 225 243 975 Total 1404 1283 1305 1290 5282 LICENSE NO. 3 Yes 853 686 667 706 2912 No _.._._..._._........._ 374 403 477 387 1641 Blanks ... .._...._........_.. _...._..._ 177 194 161 197 729 Total ...... »»... .. 1404 1283 1305 1290 5282 Blanks CONTRIBUTORY RETIREMENT _....,.. 644 566 627 575 2412 W..._.._. ., 309 291 298 268 1166 451 426 380 447 1704 Total 1404 1283 1305 1290 5282 Prec. 1 Prec. 2 Prec.3 Prec. 4 Total Yes _........._ 844 730 755 768 3097 No ....._.__..._ 225 268 262 194 949 Blanks .........................................».. 335 285 288 328 1236 Total 1404 1283 1305 1290 5282 A true record, Attest: JAMES J. CARROLL, Town Clerk. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 165 ATTORNEY GENERAL'S APPROVAL CHANGE IN LEXINGTON ZONING BY-LAW SPECIAL TOWN MEETING Held September 21, 1936 Article 7. Mr. William E. Mulliken moves to take up Article 7, offering the following : Voted : That the Town 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 southwest by Woburn Street distant 320.22 feet, and on the northeast by the Boston and Lowell Railroad Corp. right of way dis- tant 317.40 feet, containing about 27,994 square feet." Mr. Mulliken asks the privilege be granted Mr. Daniel J. O'Connell to address the Town Meeting Members from the floor, which was granted unanimously. Mr. Neil H. Borden, Chairman of the Planning Board, reads the report of the Planning Board. Remarks by Edward W. Kimball, Eugene T. Buckley, Dr. Clarence Shannon, Leigh V. Farnham, George W. Sar- ano and Arthur F. Hutchinson. Motion to amend Zoning By -Laws under Article 7 was put to a standing vote as follows: Yes Tellers No 12 George H. B. Green 7 52 Neil McIntosh 23 23 Charles M. Blake 7 87 37 Being a majority two-thirds vote, amendment declared car- ried 11:15 P. M. 166 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Lexington, Massachusetts, October 6, 1936. I, James J. Carroll, Town Clerk of the Town of Lex- ington, Mass., do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Article 7 as passed at a special Town Meeting held September 21, 1936, and as same appears of record. JAMES J. CARROLL, Town Clerk. Boston, October 13,1936. The within zoning law is hereby approved. PAUL A. DEVER, Attorney General. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 167 ATTORNEY GENERAL'S APPROVAL SECOND ADJOURNED TOWN MEETING Held March 23, 1936 Selectman Mr, Ferguson moved to take up Article 29, presenting the following: Article 29. Voted: That the Collector of Taxes shall turn over to the Town Treasurer daily his collections of the previous day, and Carried Unanimous 8:44 P. M. Voted: That- the Town Collector shall turn over to the Town Treasurer daily his collections of the previous day. Carried Unanimous 8:44 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 30. presenting the following: Article 30. Voted: That the General By -Laws of the Town of Lexington be amended by adding at the end of Article X, Section 1, the words "and of such accounts shall turn over to the Town Treasurer daily his collections for the previous day", and Carried Unanimous 8:45 P. M. Voted: That the General By -Laws of the Town of Lexington be amended by adding to Article X a new section to be as follows: "Section 2. The Collector of Taxes shall turn over to the Town Treasurer daily his collections of the previous day." Carried Unanimous 8:46 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 31, presenting the following: Article 31. Voted: That the Town Clerk shall turn over to the Town Treasurer all fees received by him as Town Clerk. Carried Unanimous 8:47 P. M. Selectman Mr. Ferguson moved to take up Article 32, presenting the following: 168 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Article 32. Voted: That the General By -Laws of the Town of Lexington be amended by adding to Article XVII a new section, to be as follows : "Section 3. The Town Clerk shall turn over to the Town Treasurer all fees received by him as Town Clerk." Carried Unanimous 8:47 P. M. Lexington, Massachusetts, September 25, 1936. 1, James J. Carroll, Town Clerk of Town of Lexing- ton, do hereby certify the above to be exact copies of Articles 29, 30, 31, and 32 as voted at a Second Adjourned Town Meeting held March 23, 1936, and as same appears of record. JAMES J. CARROLL, Town Clerk. Boston, November 6, 1936. The foregoing amendments to the By -Laws of the Town of Lexington are hereby approved. PAUL A. DEVER, Attorney General. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 169 ATTORNEY GENERAL'S APPROVAL SPECIAL TOWN MEETING Held September 21, 1936 Selectman Charles E. Ferguson moves to take up Ar- ticle 6, whereby Mr. Lyon Carter offered the following motion. Voted : That the Town amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and Map by changing from an R-1 District to a C-1 District the parcel of land described as follows: At the junction of the Concord Turnpike and Water- town Street the parcel bounded easterly by the curve at said junction 55.98 feet; southerly by said Turnpike 277.50 feet; westerly by a line at right angles to said Turnpike 98.- 97 feet ; northwesterly by a line at right angles at said Wa- tertown Street 98.97 feet; and northeasterly by said Water- town Street 286.96 feet. Mr. Carter asked that the privilege be granted Mr. Calvin W. Childs to address the Town Meeting Members. The Town Meeting Members having voted no objec- tions, Mr. Childs explained his proposition and reasons for his request. Mr. Neil H. Borden, Chairman of Planning Board, reads report. Motion of Mr. Lyon Carter seconded by Mr. William H. Ballard. General discussion, following speakers, Dr. James J. Walsh, John H. Devine, William R. Greeley, Edwin B. Wor- then, Robert L. Ryder, Arthur F. Hutchinson, Ernest Cut- ter, Clarence Shannon. Motion to amend Zoning By -Laws under Article 6 was put to a standing vote as follows: 170 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Yes Tellers 25 George H. B. Green 89 Neil McIntosh 30 Charles M. Blake No 7 14 2 144 23 Declared carried by two-thirds vote - 10 :45 P. M. Lexington, Massachusetts, October 6, 1936. I, James J. Carroll, Town Clerk of the Town of Lex- ington, Mass., do hereby certify that the above is a true and exact copy of Article 6 as passed at a special Town Meeting held September 21, 1936, and as same appears of record. JAMES J. CARROLL, Town Clerk. Boston, November 6, 1936. The foregoing amendment to the zoning laws of the Town of Lexington is hereby approved. PAUL A. DEVER, Attorney General. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 171 RECOUNT HELD DECEMBER 5, 1936 SELECTMEN'S ROOM TOWN OFFICE BUILDING Per instructions received November 30, 1936, from Secretary of State a recount of votes cast November 3, 1936, for the office of Lieutenant Governor was held Satur- day, December 5, 1936. Recount called to order by George H. Lowe, Chairman of Board of Registrars at 9 A. M. Credentials of representatives presented. The following tellers were sworn to the faithful per- formance of their duties by James J. Carroll, Town Clerk. PRECINCT 1. D Charles J. Dailey R Richard E. Truesdell PRECINCT 2. D Eugene T. Buckley R Irving B. Pierce PRECINCT 3. R Hiram W. Jackson D John McCormack PRECINCT 4. R Howard E. Custance D Frank J. Maguire Figures of Recount as follows : LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR Henning A. Blomen ....__.._.. Freeman WFollett _........— Walter S. Hutchins ......._.,. Francis E. Kelly .......... Leverett Saltonstall ___....... Paul C. Wicks Blanks Prec. 1 10 2 8 440 880 6 58 Prec. 2 Prec. 3 2 2 1 2 2 2 275 351 974 923 1 2 28 23 Prec. 4 2 3 7 326 909 1 42 Totals 16 19' 1392 3686 10 151 Totals ... _........._.._.._.... 1404 1283 1305 1290 5282 172 TOWN OF LEXINGTON The following changes were made by Precincts: Precinct 1. Precinct 2. Precinct 3. Precinct 4. Kelley lost 3 - Saltonstall gained 3. No change. Saltonstall gained 1 - BIanks lost 1. Kelly lost 2 - Saltonstall gained 2. The above changes announced and made public where- by George H. Lowe, Chairman of Board of Registrars, de- clared recount closed at one o'clock P. M. Attest, A true record: JAMES J. CARROLL, Clerk, Board of Registrars and Town Clerk. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 173 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 Monday, the seventh day of December, A. D. 1936, at 8 :00 P.M. then and there to act on the following articles: Article 1. To receive the report of any Board of Town Officers or of any Committee of the Town and to ap- point other Committees. Article 2. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate and transfer sums from available funds to the follow- ing accounts : Public Welfare Removal of Snow and Ice Public Works Building Equipment Old Age Assistance Workmen's Compensation and Public Liability Insur- ance Elections & Registrations Highway Department Equipment Article 3. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate funds for labor and materials on public works and for other expenses in connection therewith, to be expended by the Selectmen for aid to persons employed on various pro- jects, and provide funds therefor by transfer from avail- able funds. 174 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Article 4. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate and transfer money from available funds for the un- paid bills for the year 1934 in the following account: Health Department, $56.00. Article 5. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate and transfer money from available funds for the un- paid bills for the year 1935 in the following accounts : Health Department, $84.00; Police Department, $25.00. Article 6. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate and transfer the sum of $150.00 for the payment of tuition of pupils attending Vocational School or act in any mariner relating thereto. Article '7. To see if the Town will vote to transfer a sum of money from the Interest Account to the Excess and Deficiency Account. Article 8. To see if the Town will vote to transfer a sum of money from the Highway Maintenance Salaries Account to the Excess and Deficiency Account. Article 9. To see if the Town will authorize the Se- lectmen to install street lights in the following unaccepted streets: Arcola Street ; Bartlett Ave ; Pearl Street; Ridge Road ; Stratham Road; Taft Avenue. Article 10. To see if the Town will vote to accept a bequest of the late Frederick L. Emery to be held by the Town in trust to permit the Lexington Field and Garden Club to apply the income toward the beautification of pub- lic places in the Town as more fully set forth in the will of the late Frederick L. Emery. Article 11. To see if the Town will grant to the United States of America an easement to use the portion of the property at the corner of Massachusetts Avenue and Grant Street known as the Harrington property between the present exterior line of Massachusetts Avenue and the building line heretofore established by the Town on said property substantially in accordance with a form of deed on file with the Town Clerk, a copy of which is open to public inspection. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 175 Article 12. To see if the Town will vote to amend the Zoning By -Law and Map by adopting any or all of the following amendments thereto or take any action thereon: - 1. By substituting for Section 1 thereof the follow- ing :— "Section 1. For the purposes set forth in Gener- al Laws, Chapter 40, sections 25 to 30A inclusive (as amended by Statute 1933, Chapter 269) and under the authority thereof, and of General Laws, Chapter 143, and any other laws it thereto enab- ling, the inspection, materials, construction, alter- ation and repair, height, area, location and use of buildings and structures, and the use of land in the Town of Lexington are hereby regulated as herein provided, and the Town is divided into types of districts as hereinafter defined, and as shown on the Zoning Map prepared by J. Henry Duffy, Town Engineer, and filed with the Town Clerk, March 17, 1924, and all amendments thereto, which Map as amended is hereby made a part of this By -Law." 2. By adding to Section 2. Definitions, the following: (f) A throughway is any State Highway primar- ily developed for through traffic, with a general taking of not under 100 feet in width. 3. By inserting between the second and third para- graphs of Section 3, (a) the following: "TA indicates trunk -highway districts with spe- cially restricted uses, located adjacent to a throughway." 4. By changing Section 3. (b) after the heading "R-1 Districts" to read as follows: "Every part of the Town not shown upon the zoning map as amended and not hereinafter spe- cifically designated as R-2, T-1, C-1 and M-1 Districts." 5. By changing the numbering of the paragraphs un- der Section 3 (b) as follows: - 176 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Change paragraphs numbered 11 to 30a inclusive to become 1 to 21 inclusive. Change paragraphs numbered 31 and 32 to be- come 1 and 2. 6. By inserting in Section 4 between the paragraphs relating to R-2 Districts and those relating to C-1 Districts the following : "In T-1 Districts: - All uses that are permitted under R-1 and R-2, but subject to any conditions and restrictions set forth therein and the following subject to the provisions of Section 9. 1. Retail gasoline, oil and greasing stations. 2. Sale and installation of tires and other auto- mobile accessories." Article 13. To see if the Town will vote, upon pe- tition of Eric S. Peterson, to amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and Map by changing from an 11-1 District to a C-1 District the parcel of land described as follows: - "Beginning at a point 200 feet easterly of the junc- tion of the easterly line of Blossom Street with the southerly line of the new Concord Highway, thence easterly along the southerly Iine of the Concord Highway 200 feet, and for a depth of 100 feet throughout." Article 14. To see if the Town will vote, upon pe- tition of Sarah A. Cutler, to amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and Map by changing from an R-1 District to a C-1 District the parcel of land bounded and described as follows: "On the easterly side of Pleasant Street, begin- ning at a point 100 feet north of the Concord Turnpike and extending north along Pleasant Street for a distance of 150 feet, from there run- ning easterly for about 400 feet to a point on the Concord Turnpike 100 feet east of where Clematis Brook goes under the Concord Turnpike, and bounded on the south by the Concord Turnpike and Clematis Brook." REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 177 Article 15. To see if the Town will vote, upon peti- tion of Ernest DeVincent, to amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and Map by changing from an R-1 District to a C-1 District the parcel of land bounded and described as follows: "Beginning at a point at the southerwesterly in- tersection of Pleasant Street and the Cambridge - Concord Turnpike and running along said turn- pike in a general westerly direction 320 feet, thence turning and running due south 140 feet, thence turning and running easterly on a line par- allel to the Cambridge -Concord Turnpike 130 feet to Pleasant Street, thence turning and running in a northeasterly direction along Pleasant Street 210 feet to the point of beginning." 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 twenty- fourth day of November, A. D., 1936. CHARLES E. FERGUSON PHILIP M. CLARK ARCHIBALD R. GIROUX WILLIAM G. POTTER ALBERT A. Ross, Selectmen of Lexington. 17S TOWN OF LEXINGTON November 28, 1936. 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. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 179 SPECIAL TOWN MEETING Held December 7, 1936 Meeting called to order at 8:12 P. M. by Robert H. Holt, Moderator. There were 149 Town Meeting Members present. James J. Carroll, Town Clerk, read the Warrant for the meeting until motion of Selectman Philip M. Clark, which was seconded. Further reading of the warrant was waived. Carried Unanimous 8:13 P. M. James J. Carroll, Town Clerk, read the Constable's return of the Warrant. Article 1. Selectman Charles E. Ferguson moved to take up Article 1. A. Edward Rowse, Chairman of the Appropriation Committee, presented report of the Appro- priation Committee, which voted unanimously to be accep- ted and placed on file, said report as follows : Lexington, Mass., December 3, 1936. REPORT OF THE APPROPRIATION COMMITTEE The Appropriation Committee makes the following re- port with reference to the Articles contained in the Town Warrant dated November 24th, 1936, calling for a special Town Meeting to be held December 7th, 1936. Article 1. To receive the report of any Board of Town Officers or of any Committee of the Town and to ap- point other Committees. The Appropriation Committee makes no recommen- dation • under this Article. Article 2. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate and transfer sums from available funds to the following accounts: 180 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Public Welfare Removal of Snow and Ice Public Works Building Equipment Old Age Assistance Workmen's Compensation and Public Liability Insur- ance Elections and Registrations Highway Department Equipment The Appropriation Committee recommends that un- der this Article appropriations be made and that the amounts be transferred from Excess & Deficiency Account as follows: For Public Welfare ...... ............ ....... _....... __....._ For Removal of Snow and Ice ....._..._.._.......__._.. For Public Works Building Equipment _....... For Old Age Assistance ... _ ._...._._. __.......__.._.. For Workmen's Compensation and Public Lia- bility Insurance _.._.....__.._....._.........__..._ For Elections and Registrations ....._...__....._..._._.. For Highway Department Equipment ._.._...._..._ $7,000.00 3,000.00 129.00 1,000.00 3,873.41 232.10 1,030.55 Public Welfare The additional money approved for the Public Welfare Department is needed to cover the expenses of the Depart- ment for the balance of the year and to cover payment of bills due other Cities and Towns. If settlement is not made with all of the Cities and Towns where it is hoped to ob- tain settlements, it is anticipated that there will be an unexpended balance in the Public Welfare Department which on December 31st will be automatically transferred to the 1936 Revenue Account and from that account will be transferred to Excess & Deficiency. Therefore, while your Committee feels that the amount recommended for appropriation may be slightly in excess of the money need- ed it is believed good judgment to provide the amount which has been requested so that there may be no delay on the part of Lexington in making settlements with other Cities and Towns. Snow Removal The additional money is approved to cover some equip- ment replacements and repair and to cover the probable REPORT OF' TOWN CLERK 181 expense of snow and ice removal for the balance of the year. If we have the good fortune of a small amount of snow between now and the end of the year it is believed probable that there will be an unexpended balance in this account which will automatically find its way back to the Excess & Deficiency Account. Public Works Building Equipment The appropriation of $129.00 is approved for the pur- chase of a jack which is urgently needed. Old Age Assistance The additional money is approved for Old Age Assist- ance to cover probable expenditures for the balance of the year, together with the amount necessary for payment of bills due other Cities and Towns. Your Committee feels the same regarding this appropriation as it does with re- spect to the additional appropriation for Public Welfare. Workmen's Compensation and Public Liability Insurance The money approved for this item is to cover the ad- vance insurance premium for the period September 1, 1936 to September 1, 1937. It will be remembered that your Committee in its annual Report for 1936 stated that in an endeavor to charge compensation insurance to each sep- arate department instead of carrying it in the general in- surance account each department was being charged for its compensation insurance costs. Your Committee stated that the same held true for public liability insurance. It has now been determined that in a number of ac- counts insufficient money was provided to pay for the work- men's compensation and public liability insurance, and it therefore has been deemed advisable to re-establish an in- surance account to cover this cost, but it is recommended that this insurance account be kept separate and distinct from the account for fire and sprinkler insurance. Elections & Registrations The additional money approved for Elections & Reg- istrations is due to greater expenses than anticipated in connection with the election which was held November 3rd, 182 TOWN OF LEXINGTON and also a part of the additional money is needed to cover the cost of a recount of the votes cast for Lieutenant -Gov- ernor. Highway Department Equipment The additional money approved is to cover the pur- chase cost of a new truck. The total cost of the new truck will be $1180.55 and an allowance will be secured on old trucks turned in of $150.00. The Superintendent of Public Works has stated that the old trucks can not be registered another year inasmuch as they are not fit for any further service. Article 3. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate funds for labor and materials on public works and for other expenses in connection therewith, to be expended by the Selectmen for aid to persons employed on various pro- jects, and provide funds therefor by transfer from avail- able funds. The Appropriation Committee recommends that un- der this Article the sum of $4,000.00 be appropriated for labor, materials and other expenses on public works and that this amount be transferred from Excess & Deficiency Account. The additional amount of $4000.00 approved for this item is to cover the probable expenses for materials and other items needed from January 1st to April 1st, 1937, to carry on projects where the labor is provided by the Feder- al Government on the so-called W.P.A. Projects. This ad- ditional money needed has been determined in the follow- ing manner: For Mill Brook For Clematis Brook ...W...:w...�..._...._..._W..-_ For East Lexington Skating Rink _..� For Topographical Survey ....._._ For Tree Work ..... ...... _..... _..._....._.._.. For Office Expenses _ ....... ...... ...................... ........... _ $1,048.00 1,018.00 321.00 50.00 544.00 966.00 Total $3,947.00 Article 4. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate and transfer money from available funds for the un- paid bills for the year 1934 in the following account: Health Department $56.00. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 183 The Appropriation Committee recommends that un- der this Article the sum of $56.00 be appropriated for Health Department 1934 Bills, and that this am- ount be transferred from Excess & Deficiency Account. This unpaid bill of the Health Department was pre- sented by Dr. W. W. Harrington, and was not rendered un- til 1936. Article 5. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate and transfer money from available funds for the unpaid bills for the year 1935 in the following accounts : Health Department $84.00 ; Police Department $25.00. The Appropriation Committee recommends that un- der this Article appropriations be made and that the amounts be transferred from Excess & Deficien- cy Account as follows: For Health Department 1935 Bills ....._....__.._......._. $84.00 For Police Department 1935 Bills ......., ....._........ 25.00 These unpaid bills of the Health Department and Police Department are bills presented by Dr. W. W. Harrington which were not rendered until 1936. Article 6. To see if the Town will vote to appropri- ate and transfer the sum of $150.00 for the payment of tuition of pupils attending Vocational School or act in any manner relating thereto. The Appropriation Committee recommends that this Article be indefinitely postponed. The School Committee has informed the Appropriation Committee that it was felt the additional money would be needed for two new pupils attending Vocational School but both pupils have decided not to attend, for which reason no further money is required. Article 7. To see if the Town will vote to transfer a sum of money from the Interest Account to the Excess & Deficiency Account. The Appropriation Committee recommends that un- der this Article the sum of $3500.00 be transferred 184 TOWN OF LEXINGTON from the Interest on Debt Account to Excess & De- ficiency Account. The transfer of $3500.00 approved from the Interest on Debt Account to the Excess & Deficiency Account is an excess in the Interest Account brought about because of the low interest rates prevailing on loans which have been made this year. Article 8. To see if the Town will vote to transfer a sum of money from the Highway Maintenance Salaries Account to the Excess & Deficiency Account. The Appropriation Committee recommends that un- der this Article the sum of $800.00 be transf erred from the Highway Maintenance Salaries Account to Excess & Deficiency Account. The amount of $800,00 approved for transfer from the Highway Maintenance Salaries Account to the Excess & Deficiency Account is a surplus in the Highway Mainten- ance Salaries Account caused by the fact that the salary of Mr. John O'Connor, designated as Assistant to the Superin- tendent of Highways, has, for a good part of the year been charged to the account for Labor, Materials and Expenses on Public Works. The salary for Mr. O'Connor was pro- vided for in the Highway Maintenance Salaries Account. Article 9. To see if the Town will authorize the Se- lectmen to install street lights in the following unaccepted streets : Arcola Street; Bartlett Ave.; Pearl Street; Ridge Road ; Stratham Road; Taft Avenue. The Appropriation Committee recommends the in- stallation of street lights in the streets as designated. This will involve no additional appropriation inas- much as there is sufficient money in the Street Lights Account to cover the expense which may be incurred for the balance of the year. Article 10. To see if the Town will vote to accept a bequest of the late Frederick L. Emery to be held by the Town in trust to permit the Lexington Field and Garden Club to apply the income toward the beautification of pub- REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 185 lie places in the Town as more fully set forth in the will of the late Frederick L. Emery. The Appropriation Committee makes no recommen- dation under this Article. Article 11. To see if the Town will grant to the United States of America an easement to use the portion of the property at the corner of Massachusetts Avenue and Grant Street known as the Harrington property between the present exterior line of Massachusetts Avenue and the building line heretofore established by the Town on said property substantially in accordance with a form of deed on file with the Town Clerk, a copy of which is open to public inspection. The Appropriation Committee makes no recommen- dation under this Article. Article 12. To see if the Town will vote to amend the Zoning By -Law and Map by adopting any or all of the following amendments thereto or take any action thereon: 1. By substituting for Section 1 thereof the following: "Section 1. For the purposes set forth in Gen- eral Laws, Chapter 40, sections 25 to 30A inclu- sive (as amended by Statute 1933, Chapter 269) and under the authority thereof, and of General Laws, Chapter 143, and any other laws it thereto enabling, the inspection, materials, construction, alteration and repair, height, area, location and use of buildings and structures, and the use of land in the Town of Lexington are hereby regulated as herein provided, and the Town is divided into types of districts as hereinafter defined, and as shown on the Zoning Map prepared by J. Henry Duffy, Town Engineer, and filed with the Town Clerk, March 17, 1924, and all amendments, there- to, which Map as amended is hereby made a part of this By -Law." 2. By adding to Section 2. Definitions, the following: (f) A throughway is any State Highway pri- marily developed for through traffic, with a gen- eral taking of not under 100 feet in width. 186 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 3. By inserting between the second and third para- graphs of Section 3, (a) the following "T.1 indicates trunk -highway districts with spe- cially restricted uses, located adjacent to a through- way." 4. By changing Section 3. (b) after the heading "R.1 Districts" to read as follows: "Every part of the Town not shown upon the zoning map as amended and not hereinafter spe- cifically designated as R.2, T.1, C.1 and M.1 Districts." 5. By changing the numbering of the paragraphs un- der Section 3 (b) as follows: Change paragraphs numbered 11 to 30a inclu- sive to become 1 to 21 inclusive. Change paragraphs numbered 31 to 32 to be- come 1 and 2. 6. By inserting in Section 4 between the paragraphs relating to R.2 Districts and those relating to C.1 Districts the following : "In T.1 Districts: All uses that are permitted under R.1 and R.2 but subject to any conditions and restrictions set forth therein and the following subject to the pro- visions of Section 9. 1. Retail gasoline, oil and greasing stations. 2. Sale and installation of tires and other auto- mobile accessories." The Appropriation Committee makes no recommen- dation under this Article. Article 13. To see if the Town will vote, upon peti- tion of Eric S. Peterson, to amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and Map by changing from an R.1 District to a C.1 District the parcel of land described as follows : "Beginning at a point 200 feet easterly of the junc- tion of the easterly line of Blossom Street with the souther- REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 187 ly line of the new Concord Highway, thence easterly along the southerly line of the Concord Highway 200 feet, and for a depth of 100 feet throughout." The Appropriation Committee makes no recommen- dation under this Article. Article 14. To see if the Town will vote, upon peti- tion of Sarah A. Cutler, to amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and Map by changing from an R.1 District to a C.1 District the parcel of land bounded and described as follows : "On the easterly side of Pleasant Street, beginning at a point 100 feet north of the Concord Turnpike and ex- tending north along Pleasant Street for a distance of 150 feet, from there running easterly for about 400 feet to a point on the Concord Turnpike 100 feet east of where Clem- atis Brook goes under the Concord Turnpike, and bounded on the south by the Concord Turnpike and Clematis Brook." The Appropriation Committee makes no recommen- dation under this Article. Article 15. To see if the Town will vote, upon peti- tion of Ernest DeVincent, to amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and Map by changing from an R.1 District to a C.1 District the parcel of land bounded and described as follows : "Beginning at a point at the southwesterly intersec- tion of Pleasant Street and the Cambridge -Concord Turn- pike and running along said turnpike in a general westerly direction 320 feet, thence turning and running due south 140 feet, thence turning and running easterly on a line par- allel to the Cambridge -Concord Turnpike 130 feet to Pleas- ant Street, thence turning and running in a northeasterly direction along Pleasant Street 210 feet to the point of be- ginning." The Appropriation Committee makes no recommen- dation under this Article. Excess & Deficiency On December 1, 1936, the amount in our Excess & De- ficiency Account was $36,977.72, and the amount of uncol- 188 TOWN OF LEXINGTON lected Real Estate Taxes for 1935 amounted to $18,076.31. Subtracting this amount of $18,076.31 from the amount of $36,977.72 in the Excess & Deficiency Account results in a balance of $18,901.41, which is the amount available for the use of the Town on December lst. If the Town approves the transfers of $3500.00 from Interest on Debt Account and $800.00 from Highway Maintenance Salaries Account the amount in the Excess & Deficiency Account available for the use of the Town will be increased to $23,201.41. It will be observed that the transfers which the Appropriation Committee have approved from the Excess & Deficiency Ac- count total $20,430.06. RAYMOND L. WHITE GEORGE M. HYNES L. E. YEAGER WINTHROP H. BOWKER Respectfully submitted, A. EDWARD ROWSE, Chairman EDWARD W. SIBLEY A. W. RUCKER A. RANDALL SODERBERG Appropriation Committee of the Town of Lexington. Article 7. Selectman Charles E. Ferguson moves to take up Article 7, offering the following : Voted: That the sum of $3500.00 be transferred from the Interest Account to the Excess and Deficiency Account. Carried Unanimous 8:15 P. M. Article 8. Selectman Charles E. Ferguson moves to take up Article 8 offering the following: Voted : That the sum of $800.00 be transferred from the Highway Maintenance Salaries Account to the Excess and Deficiency Account. Carried Unanimous 8:16 P. M. Article 2. Selectman Charles E. Ferguson moves to take up Article 2 offering the following : Voted : That the following amounts be appropriated and transferred from the Excess & Deficiency Account: Public Welfare $7,000.00 Carried Unanimous 8:17 P.M. Removal of Snow and lee 3,000.00 Carried Unanimous 8:17 P.M. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK Public Works Bldg. Equipment Old Age Assistance Workmen's Compensation & Public Liability Insurance Elections & Registrations Highway Dept. Equipment 129.00 Carried Unanimous 1,000.00 Carried Unanimous 3,873.41 Carried Unanimous 232.10 Carried Unanimous 1,030.55 Carried Unanimous 189 190 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 8:18 P.M. Voted: That the Selectmen be authorized to install 8:18 P.M. street lights in the following unaccepted streets : 8:19 P.M. 8:19 P.M. 8:20 P.M. Article 3. Selectman Charles E. Ferguson moves to take up Article 3 offering the following : Voted: That the sum of $4,000.00 be appropriated for labor and materials on public works and for other expenses in connection therewith, to be expended by the Selectmen for aid to persons employed on various projects, and for this purpose this amount be transferred from the Excess and Deficiency Account. Carried Unanimous 8 :21 P. M. Article 4. Selectman Charles E. Ferguson moves to take up Article 4 offering the following: Voted : That the following amount be appropriated and transferred from the Excess and Deficiency Account for the unpaid bills for the year 1934 of the following ac- count : Health Department, $56.00. Carried Unanimous 8 :22 P. M. Article 5. Selectman Charles E. Ferguson moves to take up Article 5 offering the following: Voted: That the following amounts be appropriated and transferred from the Excess & Deficiency Account for the unpaid bills for the year 1935 of the following accounts : Health Department, $84.00; Police Dept, $25.00. Carried Unanimous 8 :23 P. M. Article 6. Selectman Charles E. Ferguson moves for indefinite postponement of this Article. Indefinite postponement carried unanimous 8:24 P. M. Article 9. Selectman Charles E. Ferguson moves to take up Article 9 offering the following: Arcola Street. Carried Unanimous 8:24 P. M. Bartlett Avenue. Carried Unanimous 8:24 P. M. Pearl Street. Carried Unanimous 8:25 P. M. Ridge Road. Carried Unanimous 8 :25 P. M. Stratham Road. Carried Unanimous 8 :26 P. M. Taft Avenue. Carried Unanimous 8:26 P. M. Article 10. Selectman Charles E. Ferguson moves to take up Article 10 offering the following: Voted: That the Town accept a bequest of $5,000.00 from the estate of the late Frederick L. Emery, and hold the same in trust for the purposes set forth in the will of the said Frederick L. Emery. Unanimous By Rising Vote 8:27 P. M. Article 11. Selectman Charles E. Ferguson moves to take up Article 11. Sydney R. Wrightington, Town Counsel, offers the fol- lowing : Voted : That the Town grant to the United States of America an easement to use the portion of the Property at the corner of Massachusetts Avenue and Grant Street which was conveyed to the Town by Caroline A. Harrington by deed dated April 1, 1932, recorded with Middlesex South District Deeds, Book 5637, page 219, for the purposes de- fined in the deed hereinafter mentioned, subject to the agreement of the grantor contained in the said deed that the grantor is in no event to be liable for any damages for any erection or structure in or on said parcel at the time of any widening or relocation of Massachusetts Avenue, and that a majority of the Selectmen be and they hereby are authorized to execute and deliver and the Town Treas- urer to countersign a deed to the United States of America granting the said easement in the form submitted to this meeting, and the signatures of the said officers thereto shall be sufficient to identify the said deed referred to in this vote for all purposes. Carried Unanimous 8 :30 P. M. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 191 Article 12. Selectman Charles E. Ferguson moves to take up Article 12. Neil H. Borden of the Planning Board presents Ar- ticle 12, stating that same would be voted upon in three parts as follows: Voted : That the Lexington Zoning By -Law and Map be amended, Section 1. (1) By substituting for Section 1 thereof the follow- ing : "Section 1. For the purposes set forth in General Laws, Chapter 40, sections 25 to 30A inclusive (as amended by Statute 1933, Chapter 269) and under the authority thereof, and of General Laws, Chapter 143, and any other laws it thereto enabling, the inspection, materials, con- struction, alteration and repair, height, area, location and use of buildings and structures, and the use of land in the Town of Lexington are hereby regulated as herein pro- vided, and the Town is divided into types of districts as hereinafter defined, and as shown on the Zoning Map pre- pared by J. Henry Duffy, Town Engineer, and filed with the Town Clerk, March 17, 1924, and all amendments there- to, which Map as amended is hereby made a part of this By -Law." Article 12. Section 2. Voted : That the Lexington Zoning By -Law and Map be amended, (5) By changing the numbering of the paragraphs under Section 3 (b) as follows: Change paragraphs numbered 11 to 30A inclusive to become 1 to 21 inclusive. Change paragraphs numbered 31 and 32 to become 1 and 2. Article 12. Section 3. Voted: That the Lexington Zoning By -Law and Map be amended as follows: 192 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2. By adding to Section 2. Definitions, the following: (f) A throughway is any State Highway primarily developed for through traffic, with a general taking of not under 100 feet in width. 3. By inserting between the second and third para- graphs of Section 3, (a) the following: "T.1 indicates trunk -highway districts with specially restricted uses, located adjacent to a throughway." 4. By changing Sections 3. (b) after the heading "R.1 Districts" to read as follows: "Every part of the Town not shown upon the zoning map as amended and not hereinafter specifically designated as R.2, T.1, C.1 and M.1 Districts." 6. By inserting in Section 4 between the paragraphs relating to R.2 Districts and those relating to C.1 Districts the following: "In T.1 Districts: All uses that are permitted under R.1 and R.2, but sub- ject to any conditions and restrictions set forth therein and the following subject to the provisions of Section 9. 1. Retail gasoline, oil and greasing stations. 2. Sale and installation of tires and other automobile accessories." Neil H. Borden reads report. Report of the Planning Board on the following pro- posed amendment as it appears under Article 12 in the war- rant for the Town Meeting to be held December 7, 1936. To amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and Map by adopting any or all of the following amendments: (1) By substituting for Section 1 thereof the follow- ing: "Section 1. For the purposes set forth in General Laws, Chapter 40, Sections 25 to 30A inclusive (as amend- ed by Statute 1933, Chapter 269) and under the authority thereof, and of General Laws, Chapter 143, and any other REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 193 laws it thereto enabling, the inspection, materials, con- struction, alteration, and repair, height, area, location, and use of buildings and structures, and the use of land in the Town of Lexington are hereby regulated as herein provided, and the Town is divided into types of districts as hereinaf- ter defined, and as shown on the Zoning Map prepared by J. Henry Duffy, Town Engineer, and filed with the Town Clerk, March 17, 1924, and all amendments thereto, which Map as amended is hereby made a part of this By -Law." (2) By adding to Section 2. Definitions, the following: (f) A throughway is any State Highway primarily de- veloped for through traffic, with a general taking of not under 100 feet in width. (3) By inserting between the second and third para- graphs of Section 3 (a) the following : "T-1 indicates trunk -highway districts with specially restricted uses, located adjacent to a throughway." (4) By changing Section 3. (b) after the heading "R-1 Districts" to read as follows : "Every part of the Town not shown upon the zoning map as amended and not hereinafter specifically designated as R-2, T-1, C-1, and M-1 Districts." (5) By changing the numbering of the paragraphs un- der Section 3 (b) as follows: Change paragraphs numbered 11 to 30a inclusive to become 1 to 21 inclusive. Change paragraphs numbered 31 and 32 to become 1 and 2. (6) By inserting in Section 4 between the paragraphs relating to R-2 Districts and those relating to C-1 Districts the following: "In T-1 Districts: All uses that are permitted under R-1 and R-2, but subject to any conditions and restrictions set forth therein and the following subject to the provisions of Section 9. 1. Retailing gasoline, oil and greasing stations. 194 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 2. Sale and installation of tires and other automobile accessories." The first part of Section One of Article 12 was put to a vote and carried unanimously 8:34 P. M. Neil H. Borden reads final report. A public hearing was held on December 1, 1936, on the proposed amendments after the notices given in accordance with the Lexington By -Laws, and the Planning Board now submits a final report with recommendations to the Town Meeting. The Planning Board recommends the adoption of all the amendments in this article. Amendment No. 1 was instigated by the Town counsel in order that the Lexington Zoning By -Laws might rest, upon the broadened scope of power given to towns to enact zoning by-laws, carried in the Statutes of 1933, Chapter 269. There is some indication in certain Supreme Court decisions that the court might question whether a by-law enacted before 1933 and not purporting to be an exercise of the powers given by the Statutes of 1933, Chapter 269, would be interpreted in a subsequent litigated case in the light of the authority given by that statute. Accordingly, it seems desirable for the Town, by an expressed amendment subsequent to the enactment of that statute, to mention it as a source of authority. Thus the Town may avoid in some future litigation being annoyed by a claim of defense based on the theory that the Town had failed to claim the statute's authority. There is no change of substance of the Town By -Laws made by the new wording, but a demonstration is given that the Town claims whatever power is given un- der the new statute. Amendment 5 provides merely for a more orderly numbering of paragraphs under Section 3- (b) of the zon- ing by-laws. The paragraphs in the several divisions of this section were originally numbered consecutively. As amend- ments have been adopted for insertion in these divisions. it has been necessary to resort to use of letters in con- junction with numerals. A provision for separate number- ing of the paragraphs in each division of this section will REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 195 permit a simpler and clearer arrangement and will in no way change the substance of the by-laws. Amendments 2, 3, 4, and 6 of this article deal with the establishment of a new T.1 or trunk highway zone. The business uses to be permitted in a T.1 zone, given in amendment 6, are restricted to those of a complete gaso- line service station, including sale of gasoline, oil, and greas- ing service, and the sale and installation of tires and other automobile accessories. This New T.1 zone would apply only to areas adjacent to a throughway, which is defined in amendment 2. The establishment of a T.1 zone is devised to give the Town a better control over business development along trunk -highways than is provided under present zoning provisions. The C.1 or commercial zone, for which appli- cants for filling stations on these highways must now apply, will, if granted, permit the use of the property for a wide variety of commercial uses on the area. In other words, anyone granted a C.1 zone, ostensibly for a gasoline fill- ing station, could use such premises at any later time for a hot-dog stand, a dance hall, an amusement park, or other types of business that might be highly detrimental to the adjacent neighborhood and dangerous to traffic on a main, high-speed road. As in a previous report, the Planning Board recom- mends that business on throughways such as the Cambridge - Concord Turnpike be kept at a minimum and restricted sole- ly to gasoline stations. Its chief reason for recommending that other than this minimum of necessary business be kept off is to provide a maximum of safety for motorists and pedestrians on these high-speed, dense traffic arteries. A business zone means friction and confusion of traffic. Fric- tion and confusion of traffic means retarding of traffic move- ment and accidents. In addition, the Board stresses the im- portance of protecting the future residential development of the town by preventing an unsightly and unsafe develop- ment along these highways. In order that persons who re- quest sites for gasoline stations may be held subsequently to the type of business for which they make request, the T.1 or gasoline zone is devised. The basis for such restric- tion of use rests in the need not merely of protecting ad - 196 TOWN OF LEXINGTON jacent residential property values, but also of saving the lives and health of those using these heavily travelled, high- speed throughways. If at any time the Town should find reason to permit other types of business upon any throughway, the proposed zone will not interfere. Applicants desiring to carry on types of business other than gasoline station service may apply for a C.1 or commercial zone. In such instances, however, the Town Meeting members will know to what future uses the land may be devoted and can decide whether it appears advisable to depart from the recommended policy of granting only gasoline stations on a throughway. In the meantime, if the Town does wish to restrict business on throughways or any part thereof to gasoline stations, the new zone will provide desired protection. Neil H. Borden Edward W. Kimball D. E. Nickerson Lester F. Ellis Clem H. Ferguson Edward W. Kimball of the Planning Board offered the following motion: Moved: That Section 2 of the motion before the Meeting be changed by substituting the words, "Right of Way less than" for the words, "taking of not under" so that the Section shall read " (f) A throughway is any State Highway primarily de- veloped for through traffic, with a general Right of Way not less than 100 feet in width". Question by Norman C. Hooper why reference should be made as State Highway. Motion made by Norman C. Hooper that word be stricken out. Norman C. Hooper withdraws his motion. General discussion by the following speakers: Harold B. Lamont, Neil H. Borden, Francis E. Burke, John H. De- vine, Sydney R. Wrightington, Senator Joseph R. Cotton and Francis Chamberlain. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 197 The Moderator appoints the following tellers to obtain a two-thirds vote: Robert D. Mayo Eugene G. Kraetzer Richard E. Rowse Question by William R. Greeley if entire question could be considered under one vote. Answered by Moderator — It could. Motion made by John H. Devine that entire question be voted under one vote. Carried Unanimous 9:18 P. M. The tellers as appointed by the Moderator counted the results as follows: In Favor 36 49 17 Tellers Mayo Kraetzer R. Rowse 198 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Concord Highway 200 feet, and for a depth of 100 feet throughout." Question by William E. Mulliken concerning T.1 de- scription. Neil H. Borden, Planning Board, states proper protec- tion on file. William E. Mulliken moves Article 13 be indefinitely postponed. 9 :32 P. M. Neil H. Borden, Planning Board, presents report as follows: Report of the Planning Board on the following pro- posed amendment as it appears under Article 13 in the war- rant for the Town Meeting to be held December 7, 1936. Opposed To amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and Map by 5 changing from an R-1 District to a C-1 District the parcel 16 of land described as follows: 4 102 25 Declared Carried 9 :20 P. M. Article 13. Mr. Robert L. Ryder moves to take up Article 13. Mr. Francis E. Burke moves that Articles 13, 14, and 15 be taken up together as one article. The Moderator rules same should be taken up one at a time. ing: Robert L. Ryder, under Article 13, offers the follow - Voted : To amend the Lexington Zoning By - Law and Map by changing from an R.1 District to a C.1 District the parcel of land described as fol- lows :- "Beginning at a point 200 feet easterly of the junction of the easterly line of Blossom Street with the southerly line of the new Concord Highway, thence easterly along the southerly line of the Beginning at a point 200 feet easterly of the junction at the easterly line of Blossom Street with the southerly line of the new Concord High- way, thence easterly along the southerly line of the Concord Highway 200 feet, and for a depth of 100 feet throughout. A public hearing was held on November 19, 1936, on the proposed amendment after the notices given in accord- ance with the Lexington By -Laws, and the Planning Board now submits a final report with recommendations to the Town Meeting. In its report at the last Town Meeting, the Planning Board expressed its opinion regarding business zones on the Cambridge -Concord Turnpike, as follows: (1) That no business be permitted other than the mini- mum of gasoline service stations necessary to care for pass- ing motorists. (2) That the minimum necessary appeared to be a pair of stations just west of the Waltham Street overpass. These recommendations were believed to be in the best interests of the Town because they reduced to a minimum REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 199 the danger to motorists on such a high-speed artery, had the least adverse effect upon established property values, and involved a minimum of interference with future resi- dential development of the area adjacent to the highway. The action taken at the September Town Meeting, counter to these recommendations, however, has altered the situation. While it would appear that the one station granted at Watertown Street might be considered adequate to care for the needs of passing motorists, the existence of a single station at that point only on the highway within the town presents some difficulties : (1) Motorists coming from the West would find it necessary to cross the highway near the corner at Water- town Street in order to get service, and would thus tend to increase traffic hazards. (2) The station at Watertown Street alone would not serve to relieve residents along the highway in the western and central parts of town who complain of being bothered by motorists in need of gasoline. Accordingly, since the Town has seen fit to establish a gasoline station on the northerly side of the highway near the Eastern edge of the town, there is reason for establishment of a station on the southerly side of the highway towards the western border of the town. While the Location requested in this petition is not con- sidered ideal in that it is some distance from the western border of town, it does meet the requirement of being on the southerly side of the highway. Thus far the Board has received no indication that a property owner on the southerly side of the highway at a point west of this loca- tion plans to request a business zone. The location is ac- ceptable from the standpoint of safety in entrance and egress of patrons. It is away from an intersection and per- mits driveway connections with long and easy curvatures. In addition, it provides a 700 -foot unobstructed view to motorists approaching from the west, who would be the patrons of a station on this site. The Planning Board believes that the policy of estab- lishing a single business spot in an otherwise residential area is bad policy, that the Town would have followed much sounder zoning if it had established the paired business 200 TOWN OF LEXINGTON areas originally recommended. No nearby property own- ers object to this spot zone, however, and in view of the reasons cited, the Board recommends favorable action on this petition. Neil H. Borden Clem H. Ferguson D. E. Nickerson Edward W. Kimball Lester F. Ellis Remarks by Frederic L. Fischer, Neil H. Borden, Leigh V. Farnham. Sydney R. Wrightington rises for point of order. Moderator rules in favor of Mr. Sydney R. Wrighting- ton. Vote taken on motion of William E. Mulliken for in- definite postponement of Article 13, which was declared lost 9 :40 P. M. Vote taken on original motion, count taken by same appointed tellers as follows : In Favor 34 65 19 Tellers Mayo Kraetzer R. Rowse Opposed 2 0 0 118 2 Motion Carried 9 :42 P. M. Article 15. Francis E. Burke moves to take up Article 15, offering the following: Moved that the Lexington Zoning By -Law and map be amended by changing from an R-1 District to a C-1 District the parcel of land bounded and described as follows : Beginning at a point at the southwesterly intersec- tion of Pleasant Street and the Cambridge -Concord Turnpike and running along said Turnpike in a general westerly direction 320 feet, thence turn- ing and running due south 140 feet, thence turn- ing and running easterly on a line parallel to the Cambridge -Concord Turnpike 130 feet to Pleas- REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 201 ant Street thence turning and running in a north- easterly direction along Pleasant Street 210 feet to the point of beginning. Richard S. McCabe asks permission to address the meeting from the platform. No objection. Picture slides shown of the location in question. Neil H. Borden reads report of the Planning Board as follows : Report of the Planning Board on the following pro- posed amendment as it appears under Article 15 in the warrant for the Town Meeting to be held December 7, 1936. To amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and Map by changing from an R-1 District to a C-1 District the par- cel of land described as follows: Beginning at a point at the southwesterly in- tersection of Pleasant Street and the Cambridge - Concord Turnpike and running along said turnpike in a general westerly direction 320 feet, thence turning and running due south 140 feet, thence turning and running easterly on a line parallel to the Cambridge -Concord Turnpike 130 feet to Pleasant Street, thence turning and running in a northeasterly direction along Pleasant Street 210 feet to the point of beginning. A Public hearing was held on November 19, 1936, on the proposed amendment after the notices given in accord- ance with the Lexington By -Laws, and the Planning Board now submits a final report with recommendations to the Town Meeting. The Board recommends that this petition be denied. The petitioner has gone to considerable trouble to provide a safe layout for a gasoline station at this site through an arrangement of roadways providing safe entry and egress for patrons. Moreover, the site is on the southerly side of the highway and, as laid out, would provide a safer ser- vice for east -bound traffic than would be provided by a sole station on the site already granted at Watertown Street. On the other hand, although the layout suggested by the petitioner appears acceptable, time generally brings 202 TOWN OF LEXINGTON change of ownership or other developments, and the grant- ing of a business zone carries for the Town no guarantee of continuance of any proposed layout. Should the petition be granted, the Town would have a business zone at an inter- section with 340 foot frontage on the highway and 200 feet on Pleasant Street. The Board again expresses itself as opposed to the location of a filling station at an intersection and directs attention to the fact that this site would carry in the future threat of a gasoline station at an intersection in a less desirable form than that proposed by the peti- tioner. Moreover, the Board is of the opinion that if the Town is to grant a gasoline site on the southerly side of the highway, it should be farther to the West, in order to re- lieve residents adjoining the highway in the westerly part of the town from the bother of having to assist motorists in distress. Finally, certain adjoining property owners have not expressed approval of the granting of a zone for a filling station at this location. Neil H. Borden Edward W. Kimball D. E. Nickerson Clem H. Ferguson Lester F. Ellis Remarks by Leigh V. Farnham, Pierre A. Northrup, William R. Greeley, and Robert L. Ryder. The count on the original motion of Article 15 was taken by the same appointed tellers as follows : In Favor 0 18 6 Tellers Mayo Kraetzer R. Rowse Opposed 31 45 14 24 00 Motion Lost 10 :17 P. M. Article 14. Under Article 14 Neil H. Borden volun- teers to present motion under article for Mrs. Sarah A. Cut- ler as follows: Voted: That the Lexington Zoning By -Law and Map be amended by changing from an R.1 District REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 203 to a C.1 District the parcel of land described as fol- lows :- On the easterly side of Pleasant Street begin- ning at a point 100 feet north of the Concord Turn- pike and extending northerly along Pleasant Street for a distance of 150 feet, from there running east- erly for about 400 feet to a point on the Concord Turnpike 100 feet east of where Clematis Brook goes under the Concord Turnpike, and bounded on the south by the Concord Turnpike and Clematis Brook. Mrs. Sarah A. Cutler asks permission to address the meeting. No objections. Neil H. Borden of the Planning Board reads the Plan- ning Board report as follows: Report of the Planning Board on the following proposed amendment as it appears under Article 14 in the warrant for the Town Meeting to be held December 7, 1936. To amend the Lexington Zoning By -Law and Map by changing from an R-1 District to a C-1 District the parcel of land described as follows: On the easterly side of Pleasant Street beginning at a point 100 feet north of the Concord Turnpike and extending northerly along Pleasant Street for a distance of 150 feet, from there running easterly for about 400 feet to a point on the Concord Turn- pike 100 feet east of where Clematis Brook goes under the Concord Turnpike, and bounded on the south by the Concord Turnpike and Clematis Brook. A public hearing was held on November 19, 1936, on the proposed amendment after the notices given in accord- ance with the Lexington By -Laws, and the Planning Board now submits a final report with recommendations to the Town Meeting. The Planning Board recommends that this petition be denied, for the following reasons: (1) There is no need for a filling station at this point, either from the standpoint of needs of residents or of pass - 204 TOWN OF LEXINGTON ing motorists. The Town has already granted permission for a business zone and filling station on the same side of the road at a distance of approximately one-half mile from this location. The Board recommends that a minimum of business locations be permitted on the highway, and accordingly feels that no business zone should be allowed unless there is a real need for it. (2) The location is deemed undesirable as a site for a gasoline station from the standpoint of safety to passing motorists. It is at an intersection, and as such it is gener- ally deemed undesirable from a traffic safety standpoint. Visibility for west -bound traffic is limited because of a high rock embankment on the highway to the east of the area. NEIL H. BORDEN EDWARD W. KIMBALL CLEM H. FERGUSON D. E. NICKERSON LESTER F. ELLIS The count for Article 14 by the same appointed tellers was taken as follows : In Favor 0 4 1 5 Tellers Mayo Kraetzer R. Rowse Motion Lost 10:25 P. M. Opposed 27 38 12 77 Moderator Robert H. Holt declared meeting dissolved at 10:26 P. M. A True Record. Attest : JAMES J. CARROLL, Town Clerk. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 205 206 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF THE TOWN CLERK December 31, 1936 To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen: Following is the report of the Town Clerk's Depart- ment, for the year 1936, covering licenses issued and fees collected: Male dog licenses issued 601 +r�nefarc __..._.__.__________ ........................_..._.. 1 Brought Forward ................. Resident Citizen Sporting Li- censes issued ...._............__:..._.. 52 2 Void $2,111.00 50 @ $3.25 162.50 Resident Citizen Minor and Female Licenses issued 21 @ $1.25 26.25 Resident Citizen Trapping Li- censes issued 8 1 Void 7 @ $5.25 36.75 Resident Citizen Trapping Minor Licenses issued 2 @ $2.25 4.50 Non Resident Minor Fish- ing Licenses issued ...... 1 @ 2.25 2.25 Resident Duplicate Licenses Issued ._ 3 -@ $.50 1.50 $733.75 733.75 600 @ $2.00 $1,200.00 Resident Citizen Sport- ing Licenses issued free 8 Female dog licenses issued ..._ 94 2 Marriage Licenses Issued $194.00 transfers Mortgages Recorded 200,27 92 @ $5.00 460.00 Mortgages Discharged 7.00 Spayed dog licenses issued .... ....._...._._ _. 213 Certified Certificates 13.25 Pole location certificates ,.,.._._ 6.75 transfers -...-...-..-... 1 Miscellaneous 5.50 212 @ $2.00 424.00 Gasoline Permits .50 One Kennel license issued @ 25.00 Town Books (Persons over 20 years of age) .75 Transfers issued ..._ ................._ 4 @ $0.25 1.00 Duplicates issued ...- .......... .......... ............_....._... 10 @ $0.10 1.00 $428.02 428.02 Resident Citizen Fishing li- censes issued ...._ ..........__..... 114 6 Void 108 @ $2.00 Resident Citizen Hunting li- censes issued ..,.._..._.........__... 145 3 Void $216.00 142 @ $2.00 284.00 $2,111.00 Total $3,272.77 As per vote of the Town, all fees collected from dog and sporting licenses returned to the Town Treasury. Respectfully submitted, JAMES J. CARROLL, Town Clerk;. Date REPORT OF TOWN CLERK BIRTHS RECORDED FOR THE YEAR 1936 Whole number recorded, 142 JANUARY Name Parents 207 5 Raymond Paul Connerty James E. & Grace S. (Keefe) Connerty 6 10 Donald Bruce Moore Irving L. & Hilda F. (Soderholm) Moore 10 Ralph Edwin Alley Jr. Ralph E. & Irene (Finney) Alley 19 Thomas Wright Samuel J. & Mary L. (Savage) Wright 24 Ruth Elaine Livermore Edward C. & Evelyn B. (Brown) Livermore 12 George Lincoln Smith 14 William Setterlund 18 David Francis Noonan FEBRUARY George E. & Anna K. (White) Smith William & Clara (Melanson) Setterlund Robert J. & Elizabeth (Flaherty) Noonan 18 Moretti Samuel & Henrietta (Castana) Moretti 19 Bruce Linscott Allen Malcolm L. & Charlotte (Shea) Allen 21 Robert Neal Estabrook George J. & Lela Vivian Estahrook 22 Francis Calvin Smith, Jr. Francis C. & Isolena R. (Scipione) Smith 23 Nathan Stephen Rundlett Stephen N. & Hannah M. (McDonald) Rundlett 24 Robert Alfred Moniz Alfred & Catherine (Rizzo) Moniz 1 Louis Joseph Vitale 2 Graves 7 Bradley Theron Osgood 9 9 Marcia Faith Polley 15 Ruth Ingoronata Iovino 24 Judith Ellen Ingham Edward R. & Marjorie E. (Wilson) Ingham 24 Sarah Jane Proctor Robert Alden & Ethelyn Winifred (Haslam) Proctor MARCH Joseph & Edith (Lese) Vitale Earl R. & Alice E. (Kendall) Graves John B. & Emily T. (Dempsey) Osgood John D. & Jessie C. (Finlayson) Polley Dominic & Lillian (Belladona) Iovino 208 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 25 Nancy Marie Carmela DeFelice Emiddio & Jennie (Mariani) DeFelice 26 Eleanor Frances Watson Donald Francis & Mary Elizabeth (Dempsey) Watson 27 Elsie Jean Shaw Frederick William & Elsie Dorothy (Radcliffe) Shaw 29 Barbara Ann Savage Charles W. & Ruth E. (Buckley) Savage 29 Robert Savage Charles W. & Ruth E. (Buckley) Savage 31 Richard Deflice Onel & Julia (Angelo) Deflice 31 Harry Paul Milam Robert Price & Elizabeth Cecilia (DeCoste) Milam APRIL 5 Eileen Patricia McCarron Jahn J. & Eileen F. (Hallissey) McCarron 8 Barbara Pauline Cassidy Richard 1'. & Eulah M. (Brown) Cassidy 17 Herbert Cornell Phelps Noel Cornell & Margaret R. (Carson) Phelps 18 Charles Edward Holt 3rd Charles E. Jr. & Penelope IZ. (Webster) Holt 18 Fredrick Hewitt Maclnnis Raymond Emmanuel & Alice (Hewitt) Maclnnis 23 Mary Justine Cook John H. & Florence M. (Buckley) Cook 24 Nancy Marie Bishop Earle R. & Helen T. (Higgins) Bishop 25 Marilyn Meadows Jesse Rosa & Lillian Elizabeth (Wilkinson) Meadows 27 Elliot Leonard Bloomberg Morris Martin & Irene (Rosenfield) Bloomberg 29 Sandra Nelson Murray William Milne & Eve C. (Gustafson) Murray 29 Stanley Gerald Spencer Stanley G. & Florence L. (Coleman) Spencer MAY 6 Gail Sheldon George Crosby & Vivian Meserve (Wetherhee) Sheldon 7 Rea Forrest Litchfield Forrest E. & Ethel (Davis) Litchfield 11 Jane Marie Boyle William F. & Grace E. (Powers) Boyle 12 Anne Marie O'Leary John V. & Mary E. (McCarthy) O'Leary 13 Frederick Lloyd Kirkland Henry Curtis & Grace Lillian (Thomas) Kirkland 17 Charles Vinal Rupert George Henry & Evellyne Marie (Reilly) Rupert 17 Patricia Winifred Johns William A. & Agatha (Gibson) Johns REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 209 18 Elizabeth Ann Webber Ellsworth & Josephine (D'Angela) Webber 28 Marjorie Elaine Lowe Oscar Fitzallan & Julia Florence (Hanson) Lowe 3 David Irving Phalen 4 Robert John Carroll JUNE Stanley I. & Margaret A. (Steele) Phalen Lawrence M. & Mary C. (Lawson) Carroll 6 Gloria Ruth Brenton John Walter & Ethel A. (Andrews) Brenton 7 Sheila Anne McCormack John Joseph & Catherine Teresa (Stone) McCormack 10 John George Dixon Joseph Howard & Laura Regina (Keenan) Dixon 10 Richard Jerome Carmichael Jerome W. & Ethel (Hardacker) Carmichael 11 Russell Gilford Lee Russell Henry & Eleanor M. (Gilford) Lee 12 Clyde Andrew Wesinger Alfred Grafton & Elsie Marguerite (Ryan) Wesinger 13 Roger Joseph Collins James W. & Eleanor Patricia (Dugas) Collins 18 Raymond Bradford Allen Dwight M. & May (Green) Allen 20 Lois Elaine Porter Robert A. & Elizabeth M. (Duncan) Porter 20 Virginia Cromwell Richard P. & Margaret E. (Miller) Cromwell 21 Francis Puopolo Nicholas & Louise (Picciani) Puopolo 25 Ruth Ann Vessey Ashley M. & Elizabeth E. (Anderson) Vessey 25 Mary Panetta Pasquale & Rose Marie (Napoli) Panetta 28 Patrick Francis McCarron Patrick Joseph & Eileen (Toohey) McCarron 30 Richard Irving Liddick Harold & Virginia (Burdick) Liddick JULY 2 Mary Phyllis Whitmore Tyler A. & Marjorie (Eldridge) Whitmore 2 Marie Evelyn Healey Charles F. & Loretta C. (Boyle) Healey 7 Arnold Deane Aldrich Mark Cuthbert & Alma Katherine (Chute) Aldrich 9 Barry Francis Leo & Mildred Elizabeth (Russell) Barry 10 John Bieren Jr. John & Velma Inez (Cole) Bieren 11 Richard Armstrong Joseph & Madeline I. (Coy) Armstrong 210 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 12 John Allen Sizemore Clifford A. & Edith R. (Sawyer) Sizemore 13 William Alfred Croaker Clarence A. & Gertrude (Smith) Crooker Antonio & Mary (Gorgone) Umbrello Antonio & Mary (Gorgone) Umbrello Walter & Helen (Forbes) Julin John Joseph & Annie (Lynch) Coyne 16 Alberta Umbrella 16 Albert Umbrello 17 Jack Sigfrid Carl Julin 18 Anna Coyne 19 John Edwin Deloury Bartholomew David & Caroline C. (Farnham) Deloury 26 William James Buckley William & Janet (Richardson) Buckley 28 30 31 31 Cook Donald W. & Margaret N. (Sorenson) Cook Martha Collins James E. & Mary E. (Moakley) Collins Sarah Ann Lappen William C. & Adelaide M. (Halwand) Lappen AUGUST 1 Catherine Mary Solan John & Julia (Morris) Solan 1 Marie Theresa Belcastro Francis Joseph & Mary Madeline (Rogers) Belcastro 4 Robert Hazen Hamlin Hazen Wolcott & Elizabeth S. (Foss) Hamlin 7 Martha Gardner Wright William Gardner & Mary Perrie (Ingram) Wright 7 7 Frank Edgar Sands 2nd Walter E. & Doris L. (Graham) Sands 10 Stanley Cabot Julin Stanley & Dorothea (Hoxie) Julin 10 Robert Lawrence Cronin Daniel A. & Eileen U. (Keating) Cronin 14 Richard Lawrence Black Charles Harold & Ruth Veronica (Callahan) Black 14 Robert Bentley Clarence E. & Theda M. (Spencer) Bentley 15 Robert Blake Kelley Paul J. & Hazel 0. (Deojay) Kelley 17 Franklin Blondiet Jr. Franklin & Catherine (McCormick) Blondiet 20 William Ronald Callahan Paul Leonard & Florence May (MacGillivray) Callahan 20 Richard Calder Hatch Loranus P. & Katherine M. (Calder) Hatch 23 Jean Shirley Marashio Paul & Lena (Mercadante) Marashio 23 Adrian Kew Francis James & Audrey Novella (Currie) Kew 30 Rose Marie Iodice Albert Pasquale & Ruth Knight (Dolliver) Iodice 31 Paul Henry Holmes Henry Holsbery & Mary A. (Weidner) Holmes REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 211 SEPTEMBER 1 Gail Suzanne Etheridge Gilbert & Helen (Downey) Etheridge 2 Albert Ernest Munroe Alfonso Andrew & Margaret Elaine (Keenan) Munroe 3 George Ronald Blume Joseph A. & Virginia (Bennett) Blume 4 6 Margaret Madeline O'Rourke Bernard & Bridget Frances (Phelan) O'Rourke 9 Lucille Anita Kenney Raymond Lawrence & Yvonne Blanche (Fournier) Kenney 12 Mario DeVenezio Ciro & Elvira (Sanseverino) DeVenezio 17 Sandra Phelps Alton McLaren & Lucille Sybil (Nay) Phelps 19 20 .lames Ellis Tower Winslow Janvrin & Dorothy (Walsh) Tower 20 Eileen Patricia Heaney Patrick James & Nancy (Driscoll) Heaney 21 Gary Redman Smith Russell Edward & Dorothea (Redman) Smith 22 Robert Dennis Carroll Thomas M. & Elizabeth T. (Lyons) Carroll 25 Richard Wilbur Koch August W. & Annie (Hoyles) Koch OCTOBER 2 Robert Meek Leonard & Catherine Elizabeth (Leaf) Meek 5 Penelope Alvord Doust Howard Burton & Rosalie Claire (Alvord) Doust 8 Muller George Francis & Isabelle (Caterino) Muller 14 Ronald Edwin Snow Ernest A. Jr. & Bernice Frances (Eddy) Snow 21 Rosamond Cronin Daniel Leo & Helen Patricia (Hurley) Cronin 26 Patricia Shanahan William H. & Anne M. (Moakley) Shanahan 29 Wayne Chapman Hooper Norman C. & Martha M. (McKay) Hooper NOVEMBER 4 William Henry Mahoney William H. & Marie E. (Murphy) Mahoney 7 Russell Patrick Cook Jr. Russell P. & Lillian Evelyn (French) Cook 7 Annella Lundberg Roger Williams & Frances Annella (Zink) Lundberg 13 Baby Thompson James Sanborn & Helen Mabel (Smith) Thompson 15 Barbara Elizabeth Fuller Robert White & Mabel Elizabeth (Doherty) Fuller 212 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 16 Priscilla Ann Mather Paul W. & Thelma J. (Ferguson) Mather 17 Robert Curtis Buker Philip Curtis & Dorothy M. (Jones) Buker 21 Beverly Nichols Arnold E. & Priscilla (Locke) Nichols 21 Barbara Suzzanne Gillingham Philip & Rachel (Morris) Gillingham 25 Holly Bryant Nickerson William C. & Constance M. (Shurtleff) Nickerson 25 James William Moakley Robert & Mary Elizabeth (Peake) Moakley 25 Melvyn Douglas Maxner Douglas H. & Winifred F. (Thomas) Maxner 28 Richard Baker Budge William K. & Helen (Baker) Budge 29 Edward Leo Kinneen Timothy & Martha (Barry) Kinneen 30 Peter Scopa Peter & Angela (Moretti) Scopa 30 Sarah Eleanor Perkins Edward W. Jr. & Marion (Hubbard) Perkins 30 Douglas Marshall Knox Robert Franklin & Eunice Virginia (Dewell) Knox 2 4 17 23 26 27 DECEMBER Robert Mullin Daniel A. & Katherine J. (O'Keefe) Mullin William Connor Francis P. & Mary C. (Rose) Connor Joan Henrietta Travers Henry & Hazel E. (Stevens) Travers Joan Carol Hultman Einar K. & Johann (Morrison) Hultman Goodwin Joseph Archibald & Charlotte (Chapman) Goodwin JAMES J. CARROLL, Town CIerk. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK DEATHS RECORDED FOR THE YEAR 1936 Whole Number Recorded, 151 JANUARY Date Name Yrs_ Mos. Days Birthplace 5 Helen T. Kenney 61 9 10 Cambridge, Mass. 6 9 Albert H. Flowers 10 Gustave Edward Bunzel 10 Sophronia Maria Graves 10 Arthur O'Leary 10 Marie L. Spidle 14 Thomas L. R. Kelley 16 Margaret M. Fleming 16 Thomas J. Murphy 2nd 18 George Washington Harring- ton 19 Marion Seifert 22 Michael Hinchey 26 Janet Maud Patterson 26 Mary Jane Reed 27 Leo DuNord, (true name Daniel Paxman) 30 Addie M. Hastings 30 Robert Clement Moakley, M. D. 31 John Tuelgren 213 62 0 0 Houlton, Maine 69 0 0 Germany 67 10 4 Medford, N. Scotia 61 2 0 Wakefield, Mass. 64 0 3 Sweden 35 5 4 Boston, Mass. 45 0 0 Boston, Mass. 59 4 23 Webster, Mass. 65 0 0 Cambridge, Mass. 42 0 0 British West Indies 69 4 25 Lexington, Mass. 60 9 3 Nova Scotia 68 10 23 Quebec, Canada 47 9 21 Canada 74 4 9 Jay, Maine 58 5 14 Lexington, Mass. 40 0 0 Sweden FEBRUARY 1 John A. MacLean (McLean) 48 9 15 Cambridge, Mass. 2 Robert Drummond Clarke 66 4 28 Nova Scotia 3 Charles Eugene Wheeler 78 9 7 East Boston, Mass. 3 Bertha Bell Hammond Norris 72 3 6 Barnard, Vermont 3 Mary F. Green McDonald 60 0 0 Cambridge, Mass. 4 William John Gorman 78 0 0 Nova Scotia 13 Edward Joseph Farran 74 0 0 Cannot be learned 18 Ingvald Nelson 60 9 0 Norway 214 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 19 Nora E. Drury 21 25 Hallie Carroll Blake 25 Alice Dodge Goodwin 27 Eva Harrington 27 George Garland 75 4 0 Lexington, Mass. 65 10 14 South Walpole, Mass. 97 4 7 Lexington, Mass. 28 0 0 Cambridge, Mass. 34 2 5 Chelsea, Mass. MARCH 1 Katherine Dacey 6 Joseph W. Connell 8 Flora A. Loring Ware 9 Bedros Hachadour Bashian 9 Julia M. Roberts 9 11 George McKenzie Richardson 12 Kenneth Walcott 18 Mary J. O'Neil 18 Wilhelmina Bernadina Fahlquist 20 James G. Grant 24 John Bailey 25 Frederick Joseph Walcott 26 Edward Allan Mead 25 William Franklin Green 26 . Annie Burgoyne (Woodland) 29 EIizabeth N. (Curry) Callahan 31 Ida A. McClellan 46 2 19 60 0 0 82 0 0 72 0 0 69 8 2 73 4 27 29 0 0 81 3 16 80 10 25 54 0 0 (39 0 0 28 5 12 59 6 21 76 2 14 69 5 0 69 8 12 62 9 29 APRIL 1 Nora Catherine O'Shaugh- nessy 1 Gaetna Busa 10 Frederick D. Riley 11 Harmina Luongo 12 Lydia Hall Brown 14 Elizabeth Gail James 14 George Frederick Wright 17 Mary Ellen Barnes 2"1 Carl T. Lungren 21 Grace S. (Harrington) Emery 2'3 Henry Kahn 27 Fltzabeth Collins 27 Charles E. Archambeault 23 John Thomas Oliver Lexington, Mass. Cambridge, Mass. Eastport, Maine Turkey Germany Halifax, N. S. Cambridge, Mass. Sheffield, England Stockholm, Sweden Otis, Maine Ireland Cambridge, Mass. Boston, Mass. Boston, Mass. Ireland Rutland, Vt. Nova Scotia 52 0 0 Newton, Mass. 11 8 12 Lexington, Mass. 52 0 13 Lowell, Mass. 52 0 11 Sweden 78 2 21 Portland, Maine 96 0 17 Lovell, Maine 88 4 12 Cambridge, Mass. 64 0 0 England 55 0 0 Stockholm, Sweden 68 6 12 E. Rochester, N. H. 55 0 0 Russia 77 10 0 Boston, Mass. 39 9 22 Lawrence, Mass. 16 3 25 Boston, Mass. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 3 Antonio Mercadante 4 Hannah C. Hall 6 George Dennie Lamont 6 Nora J. Lennon 7 Mabel Viola Thompson 16 Hugh M. Tolar 17 Anna E. (Hendrickson) Madison 25 John Mallory 2 Mary Ellen Rhodes 7 Frank Thomas Neal 7 Cora Jackson Flett 7 Clara Frederick Whalen 10 Amanda Wade Torrey 14 Robert Emmon Durant 23 Joseph Finnigan 26 Mary F. Buzzell 28 Mary Ellen Sherburne MAY 86 0 0 49 0 0 76 8 16 75 0 0 56 0 15 76 0 0 64 0 0 58 0 0 JUNE 75 — — 62 1 26 50 3 22 79 4 0 72 0 0 84 0 0 72 0 0 71 11 6 75 8 28 JULY 2 Edwin D. Hill 4 Grace Longland (Lamb) 4 Arthur W. Doe 9 Jessie E. (Gordon) Guilbault 13 George S. Teague 17 Henry Archibald Horton 18 Hattie Favor Clarke 20 James Alonza Durling 23 Laura Wamboldt (Gearhardt) 26 28 28 28 28 29 Edward Casey Mabel Sullivan Joseph Thomas Lillian R. Kearns (Rose) Catherine Mary Jones 1 Patrick F. Ford 7 8 Mary Elizabeth Reilly 10 Adlebert A. Barnes 40 11 23 53 4 16 61 11 29 42 0 2 62 11 15 75 0 4 69 8 18 86 10 5 57 4 18 61 — — 63 9 13 63 2 16 45 3 25 55 8 5 AUGUST 60 4 215 Italy Sweden Boston, Mass. Ireland Westminster, Mass. South Carolina Finland Virginia Ireland Somerville Worcester Baltimore, Md. Swampscott, Mass. Pepperell, Mass. Lawrence, Mass. Lexington, Mass. Milford, N. H. Belmont Syracuse, N. Y. Presque Isle, Maine Lowell Cambridge, Mass. Nova Scotia (Central Economy) Greenfield, N. H. Roxbury, N. Scotia Middle La Have, Nova Scotia Ireland Ireland Jersey City, N. J. Westford, Mass. England — Ireland 34 11 26 Watertown, Mass. 45 Abt , Mass. 216 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 12 Robert Parker Clapp 16 Annie Beatrice Stevens 16 Elizabeth Jane Forsythe 20 Katharyn M. Southwick 24 Alma Edwards 25 Wilmina Sofie Wannberg 25 Anna Hallberg (Nilson) 28 Walter P. Werner, Jr. 80 9 22 57 11 19 18 10 3 67 1 22 66 Abt 73 0 1 67 10 22 7 2 23 SEPTEMBER 27 7 3 Mary Grace Carra 4 5 Waldo Ames Makechnie 5 Frederick Woodruff 12 George Leonard Gilmore 12 Celine LaChance 15 Michael J. Holien 19 20 Margaret A. Gordon 23 Harriet Helen Yaglou 27 Anita E. Williams 28 Dr. William L. Barnes Montague, Mass. Hansford, N. Scotia Lexington, Mass. Pittsburgh, Penn. New York Sweden Sweden Cambridge, Mass. 12 Lexington 48 11 22 49 3 — 68 5 14 70 — 7 0 Abt Somerville, Mass. E. Boston, Mass. ' Charlestown, Mass. Canada Ireland 52 2 4 Boston, Mass. 8 0 7 Boston, Mass. 44 5 — Boston, Mass. 58 4 -- Providence, R. I. OCTOBER 4 Martley Louis Mellow 4 Thomas G. Dixon 5 Harry C. Williams 8 Theodora Elizabeth Wheeler 13 Emily Campbell Priest Milne 18 Mary MacKenzie 19 Lillian J. (Bolster) Deshon 26 Charles Redington Joy 29 Elsie Forsythe 30 James Thomas Fox 30 Catherine Theresa Donovan (Morse) 49 — — 0 3 26 72 6 — 91 11 26 85 1 24 71 8 26 56 2 28 70 5 7 16 1 16 74 7 11 58 — — NOVEMBER 1 Mary Rosendorn 9 Alice Jane Manley 10 Thomas Arthur Forde 12 Harriet Moulton Lunt 13 Leonard Frederick Rendell 13 Georgiene Elizabeth Sawyer (nee Waitt) 23 David Thompson Somerville, Mass. Lexington, Mass. Hyannis, Mass. Lexington, Mass. Boston, Mass. Pictou, Nova Scotia Lynn, Mass. Lynn, Mass. Lexington, Mass. Weymouth, Mass. Chelsea, Mass. 59 — Hungary 69 1 — Randolph, Mass. 71 8 19 England 77 6 0 Cannot be learned 58 -- — Newfoundland 42 2 233 Roxbury, Mass. 0 0 11 Lexington, Mass. REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 23 Cora Amelia Robinson Norris 25 Frances Mary Monahan 30 Rose (Schwarz) Bloch 30 Richard A. Friel 1 Clifford John Baker 2 Dennis Reardon 8 Louis Granis 14 Lillian Armstrong 17 Mary E. Callahan 17 19 Timothy J. Leary 78 9 7 27 8 5 44 4 — 73 — — DECEMBER 38 8 26 69 3 1 58 7 4 58 — — 75 11 13 Epsom, N. H. Cambridge, Mass. Russia Boston, Mass. Nova Scotia Lexington, Mass. Michigan Boston, Mass. Boston, Mass. 80 4 14 Lexington, Mass. JAMES J. CARROLL, 217 Town Clerk. 218 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Date MARRIAGES RECORDED FOR THE YEAR 1936 Whole number recorded for 1936, 117 Name 1 James Stuart Smith, Jr. Kathleen Coe 1 Murray Thomas Potter Josephine Doris Lynah 1 William F. Comeriere Louise Agresto 4 Perry Collicutt Gertrude Armstrong 5 Joseph F. Boisvert Jennie K. Pierro 6 Burnham Douglas Margaret Weymouth 7 Webster Tucker Lillian Crogan 9 F. Russell Olsen Geneva S. Thompson 11 Harry Bassett Seymour Dorothy D. Vincent 31 Harry Cooper Wyman Etta May Barnes 5 Robert D. McConnell Margaret E. Connolly 5 Hale Aultz Pauley Rebecca French 9 Samuel Hamilton Gray Emma Janet Thompson 9 John E. Broughall Mary G. Devine 16 Leo J. Sheehan Mary G. Ryan 20 Frederic A. Hoxie Nellie V. Deschamp JANUARY FEBRUARY Residence Lexington Spring -field Lexington Lexington Lexington Woburn Lexington Lexington Cambridge Lexington Dracut, Mass. Lexington Lexington Lexington Kittery, Maine Kittery, Maine Somerville Lexington Lynn Lexington Lexington Woburn Lexington W. Virginia Washington, D. C. Nova Scotia Lexington Lexington Concord Lexington Lexington Lexington REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 22 Raymond Ferazani Eileen Coffon 22 Donald V. Manley Anne M. Rycroft 6 7 14 15 22 28 28 Francis James Kew Audrey Novella Currie George W. Proctor, Jr. Dorothy A. C. Perry Martin M. Casey, Jr. Marguerite Herridge Charles H. Fischer Ella Virginia Lamont Paul John Crowley Doris Evelyn Mills Howard N. Bennett Constance L Cole Richard P. Martin Antonette L. Collentro MARCH APRIL 11 Royal S. Cleaves, Jr. Phyllis Moulton 12 Garfield Norman Snowdon Eva Marie Albrecht 13 John J. Sweeney Alice G. Donahue 16 Hugh Milam, Jr. Bertha Rudolph 24 Ralph L. Carter Marion G. Morrison 26 Walter Mikeal Genetti Mary Corselli 27 Adlebert Nathan Drury Mary Bertha Messenger 27 Russell P. Cook Lillian E. French MAY 1 H. Howard Prichard Ethel N. Chipman 3 John F. McKee, Jr. Loretta Rita Carroll Lexington Cambridge Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Jamaica Plain Lexington Needham Lexington Lexington Waltham Waltham Winchester Lexington Bedford Lexington New Jersey Lexington Lexington Somerville Lexington So. Boston Lexington Lexington Lexington Waverley Bedford Lexington Winthrop Malden Lexington Burlington Lexington Arlington Hingham Lexington 219 220 9 11 13 16 16 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Arthur F. Bjorkgren Dorothea Cadose Domenico Jack Allia Sophie Beatrice Luongo Herbert J. Coak Rose T. Pierro Joseph Alonzo Blume Virginia Bennett Gilbert G. Lawrence Olive Meek 2 Jerome W. Carmichael Ethel Hardacker 3 Domenico Bruno Rita Berndtson 6 Arthur Milward Freeman Dorothy Clare 12 James J. Walsh Evelyn Johnson 12 Henry A. Steeves Lillian M. Boeing 16 Howard Winthrop Newell Gertrude W. Whitcombe 20 Cyril Eugene Huntley Emma Victoria Graf 26 Anton David Bjorkgren Charlena Jane Riggs 27 George W. Harrod Esther Marion Truesdell 1 George MacAuley Eleanor Finlay 1 Gordon E. Slater Ruth L. MacPhee 4 Herbert Clyde Little Ethel Bernice Robbins 4 Sumner C. Kadets Anne Stern 4 Myron Ezra Wegman Isabel Howe 5 Thomas J. Donnellan Cecilia C. Maguire 5 James Hamilton Aker Alida Helen Hoagland JUNE JULY Lexington Brighton Lexington Lexington Arlington Lexington Lexington Lexington Concord Lexington Lexington Lexington Waltham Waltham Arlington Newton Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Waltham Lincoln Lincoln Lexington Somerville Harvard Lexington Lexington Somerville Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Baltimore, Md. Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Everett REPORT OF TOWN CLERK 7 John Alfred Calhoun, Jr. Helen Fordham Webster 8 Lester H. Fogg Arlene Lund 9 Marten Albin Ekwall Agda Gertrude Gronquist 11 George Kenneth Holland Mary Frances Kimball 11 Burton Newell Leavitt Marguerite Rowan MacKillop 18 Robert Albert Riedel Phyllis May Cambridge 18 Edmund J. Waldron Elmira M. Brown 19 Joseph G. Rose Marie Jones 25 Manuel Moniz Lucina Provencher AUGUST 1 Frederick W. Nash, Jr. Ruth G. Tucker 1 Francis C. MacDonald Avis P. Gaffey 1 Napoleon J. LaBonte Ruth A. Neal 9 Raymond M. Leslie Genevieve H. Beach 18 Samuel Raynor Whiting Mary Phyllis Walsh 25 Rollin Jonathan Fairbanks Phyllis Maynard 29 Eugene Francis Sweeney Kathryn May Rycroft SEPTEMBER 5 A. Stacy Ellis Virginia M. Harford 6 George E. Kitchener Evelyn Gertrude Wentzell 12 John Newlin Trainer, Jr. Alice Tufts Stone 15 Walter C. Falconer Florence B. Williams 16 Douglas F. Maxner Winifred F. Thomas Cambridge Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Burlington Washington, D. C. Lexington Braintree Dorchester Dorchester Lexington Lexington Concord Lexington Boston Lexington Lowell New York Lexington Boston Boston Lexington Roxbury Woburn Lexington Holyoke, Mass. Lexington New York Lexington Arlington Lexington Lexington Lexin gton Bedford Lexington New York City Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington 221 222 17 19 27 27 28 30 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Joseph E. MacDonald Francis Gargone George I. Parker Alice E. Reynolds Barnett Frank E. Cowdrey Mary A. Sullivan Everett Milton Dillman Irene Dalrymple Ward Conant Lovell Doris Kendrick Nickele Vacirca Edna Connavino OCTOBER 3 Joseph A. Ross Annette H. F. O'Neil 4 Joseph Frank Valerio Irma Michela Morelli 4 Carl F. Chesley Thelma A. Harris 4 Leon Carmel Margaret Quinn 9 Lawrence L. Howard Evelyn H. Schiorring 11 Edward B. O'Connor Margaret M. Donnellan 12 Jaynes V. Cosgrove Eleanor M. Maguire 14 Cyril A. Wood Mildred C. Lynah 16 Edward Taylor Peabody Edith Louise Yeager 21 Arvin L Philippart, Jr. Caroline Picard 22 Herbert McLean Adelaide Rose Vickery 30 James Brown Dunbar Ruth Tower 31 Lawrence Henry Rivers Genevieve M. Berg 31 William F. Sullivan Mildred Catarina (Ivarson) 31 Vito Cozza Marie Campbell (Mongelli) 31 Henry W. Clark F. Lillian Spofford Lexington Waltham Cranston, R. I. Rumford, R. I. Lexington Lexington Somerville Lexington Dennis, Mass. Lexington Nashua, N. IL East Lexington Lexington No. Adams, Mass. Somerville Cambridge Lexington Arlington Woburn Lexington Randolph Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Arlington Lexington Hyde Park, Mass. Lexington Lexington Somerville Bedford Lexington Dover, N. H. Lexington Lexington Boston Lexington Lexington Boston Lexington Melrose Lexington 1 REPORT OF TOWN CLERK NOVEMBER 2 Alexander Petit Julia Tatro 9 Fred A. Keniston Rhoda A. Kilgour (Furbish) 11 James William Roche Helen F. Spencer 12 Norman Talcott, Jr. Aili Kallio 12 John William Korman Edna Louise Whalen 15 Gilbert Joseph Traverse Mary Isabel Moniz 21 William J. Kenney Fay F. Franceschelli 21 Lester F. Pease Margaret J. McCullough 22 Richard J. LeGraw Jane Bradley 28 Raymond Elroy Dalrymple Agnes Hay 29 John Craig Crawford Margaret Robinson DECEMBER 1 Stanley Stewart Berest Mary Margaret Cabot 5 Generino H. Luango Florence Capone 6 Patrick Corrigan Delia Connolly 12 Frank P. Cordaro Mary Emma Hadley 17 George Wm. O'Leary Marjory Louisa Bean 18 Leslie J. Simon Mildred L. Boutilier 26 Eugene E. Moloy Katie Kitowiez Lexington Lexington Newton Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Somerville Lexington Dorchester Lexington Lexington Waltham Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Brookline Arlington Lexington Lexington Woburn Lexington Winchester Boston Roxbury Arlington Lexington Lexington Millbury Lexington Maynard 223 JAMES J. CARROLL, Town Clerk. 224 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF BOARD OF SELECTMEN Board of Health Board of Survey December 31, 1936. Acting also as Board of Public Works Board of Public Welfare CHARLES E. FERGUSON, Chairman WILLIAM G. POTTER PHILIP M. CLARK To the Citizens of Lexington : ARCHIBALD R. GIROUx ALBERT A. Ross We are pleased to submit herewith a brief report of the principal activities of the Departments of the Town under our supervision. The reports of the Departmental heads contain the detailed information. We suggest that the citizens peruse the detailed reports carefully in order to obtain a clear idea of the Town's activities during the year. Fifty regular meetings and nine special meetings of the Board were held during the year. On May 5, 1936, Mr. John W. Raymond, Jr. was ap- pointed Supt. of Public Works for a trial period of six months, and on November 2, 1936 he was reappointed, to serve until January 1, 1938. Mr. Raymond comes to Lex- ington with a wide knowledge of municipal affairs. He is an engineer who has had many years' experience with water, sewer, and drainage problems, and is an expert in municipal engineering. The Selectmen feel that the Town is fortunate in having secured the services of Mr. Raymond and believe that he will be a distinct asset to the Town. REPORT OF SELECTMEN 225 On March 31, 1936 Mr. Joseph A. Ross was appointed Acting Superintendent of the Water and Sewer Depart- ment for six months, and on September 1st, 1936, he was reappointed to serve until March 1, 1937. Mr. Ross has been employed by the Water and Sewer Department in various capacities for approximately twelve years. BOARD OF HEALTH The Town has cared for eleven persons at the Middle- sex County Sanitorium and for two children at the North Reading State Sanitorium during the year. The Town has been very fortunate in not having had any cases of rabies in 1936, and the Board believes that this excellent record was made possible by the continuance of the free rabies clinic. The first Clinic was held in 1934, when we had sixteen cases of rabies, and the second Clinic was held in 1935, when we had three cases of rabies. The State Department of Agriculture reports that, due to the antirabic clinics held in various cities and towns, there were less than half the number of cases of positive rabies in Massachusetts in 1936 than was the case in 1935. This department earnestly requests that cities and towns con- tinue the maintenance of antirabic clinics, and the Board recommends that an appropriation be made in 1937 for this purpose. Dr. Harold J. Crumb was appointed Health Officer as of April 1st, 1936. His report is to be found elsewhere in this book and gives facts pertinent to the Board of Health in 1936. BOARD OF SURVEY Six Board of Survey hearings have been held during the year, as follows: Date Petitioner Requested Feb. 25 Sherman K. Hardy Approval of a plan of land at 148 Hill Street. Granted. Oct. 6 Chas. W. & Robert L. Approval of a proposed Ryder, as Tr. of Lex. Es- street from Vine Brook tates Tr. Road to Winthrop Road, to be known as Sherburne Road. Granted. 226 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Oct. 27 Robert C. Merriam Approval of a proposed street from Meriam Street to within 214' of the Good- win property line. Granted. Dec. 1 Norman A. & Ina A. Abandonment of Board of Downs Survey Layout of Blake Avenue from Edgewood Road southerly, approved in November, 1925. Grant- ed. Dec 1 Norman A. & Ina A. Approval of layout of Downs Blake Avenue from the in- tersection of Edgewood Road southerly, a distance of approximately 300 feet, Granted. Dec. 8 Lexington Planning Board Approval of a proposed street connecting Meriam Street and Hancock Street. Granted. WATER AND SEWER DEPARTMENT Four extensions, totalling six hundred and forty-five ft. (645') were made in accordance with G. L. Ch. 80. The water construction program as laid out by Metcalf & Eddy in 1928 has been continued by the construction of a 12" main in Bloomfield Street from Massachusetts Avenue to High- land Avenue, and the construction of an 8" main in Eustis Street from Highland Avenue to Percy Road. Both of these mains replace 4" mains. Only four hundred and ninety-five ft. (495') of 8" sew- er pipe was installed this year. There are several leaks in the trunk line sewer, and the Board recommends that steps be taken in 1937 to remedy the situation. DRAINAGE A 12" drain pipe was laid in Bloomfield Street at the time the water main was laid. This is the only major drain- age project completed during the year. PUBLIC WELFARE Our welfare costs show an increase of approximately $4,000. in 1936 as compared with 1935. The total amount REPORT OF' SELECTMEN 227 expended in 1936 was $71,450.24. The amounts expended for all types of aid are enumerated in the report of the Public Welfare Agent. The Selectmen feel that the Welfare situation is one of our most serious problems, and the matter has been giv- en considerable attention. On December 3, 1935, a Com- mittee of Five was appointed to consider ways and means of improving the administration of Public Welfare. The following persons were members of this Committee: Mrs. J. Henry Duffy, Mr. Allen Rucker, Mr. George S. Barton, Mr. Luther Putney, and Mr. Hugh Leonard. The Committee reported, among other things, the fol- lowing: 1. Administration: The execution of policies by the Welfare Department is entirely satisfactory and con- ducted with an unusual sense of values as to the rights and duties of the Taxpayers as represented by the Town, and of the interests and welfare of the unfortunate individuals receiving aid. 2. Policies of the Welfare Dept.: There is a tendency towards an increase in welfare costs, and it would seem that able-bodied men and women are not mak- ing the continuous effort to rehabilitate themselves. This view is strengthened by : the difficulty of townspeople in securing domestic servants ; the ab- sence of men and women calling at private homes and business establishments in search of work ; the presence on W. P. A. projects of only 71 out of 147 able-bodied men, and of only fourteen able-bodied women; the recognized shortages for various types of labor reported by business enterprises, which shortage contrasts sharply with the number of Wel- fare recipients who are able-bodied. 3. General Recommendations: 1. Adoption of the view -point that the policy that the Town is neither legally nor morally responsible for providing the able-bodied man and woman with anything except temporary aid. 2a. Assumption of the Town of the responsibility for creating employment through public works or other 228 TOWN OF LEXINGTON activities, with or without the co-operation of state and Federal governments amounts to assuming re- sponsibility for individuals not contemplated in the law and thus strengthening the impressions which lead to a breakdown of self -responsibility; b. Assumption by the Town of the responsibility for providing able-bodied men and women with a fixed minimum of food, rent and clothing, and allowing it to be known that the Town will make up the in- dividual's inability to earn that minimum through Welfare funds. The Committee felt that a standard of suitable Relief should be determined upon, but that such a standard should not be known to recipients, and that they should not be allowed to gain the impression that the Town is required to supply such simply because of temporary or seasonal unemployment. Specific Recommendations: 1. Every able-bodied man and woman be required to assiduously and continuously search for work every day they are drawing Welfare Aid and spend there- at at least four to six hours. 2. Written evidence that this has been done by sub- mitting to the Welfare Agent slips signed by pros- pective employers interviewed, at least three such slips to be submitted for each day which the party remains on Welfare. With a view toward proceeding to comply with the Committee's recommendations (in general) and reducing the welfare costs as much as possible, the Board will ap- point an Advisory Board to hear all applications for wel- fare and review the present list of recipients of welfare aid and review the general list periodically. HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT The Board is pleased to report that the construction of Lincoln Street has been completed under the provisions of Chapter 90, G. L. Drainage was installed in this street with W. P. A. labor. REPORT OF SELECTMEN 229 The completion of the intersection of the Concord Turn- pike and the southerly section of Watertown Street is looked for early in 1937. This work is also being done under the provisions of Chapter 90, G. L. Three streets—Tower, Richard, and PIymouth Roads— were constructed under the Betterment Act. LIQUOR LICENSES On November 3, 1936 the Town voted "No" on Ques- tions One and Two regarding Liquor Licenses, and voted "Yes" on Question Three. As a result of this, the only licenses that the Selectmen were empowered to issue be- ginning January 1, 1937, were those for the sale of alcoholic beverages not to be drunk on the premises. The number of licenses issuable is three, and in the future no Iicenses may be issued which are limited to the sale of wines and malt beverages. PARKS & PLAYGROUNDS The Board feels that noteworthy strides are being made in the development of the parks and playgrounds of the Town, due in no small part to the work done under the Works Progress Administration. The skating rink at the center playground constructed by the Works Progress Administration has been completed, but the one at the East Lexington playground is still under construction. It is planned to submit a WPA project for the con- struction of an enclosed field at the Center Playground, and it is felt that this will fill a long -felt need. W. P. A. Between one hundred and forty-two (142) and two hundred thirty-six (236) persons have been employed by the WPA, and the Federal Government has contributed $138,149.71 towards projects. The sum of $11,958.91 has been expended for Public Works, Labor and Materials. FINANCE Bonded indebtedness reduced $118,000.00 in 1936. Total reduction since 1932, $443,000.00. 230 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Cash balance as of December 31, 1936, $135,528.40. Borrowed money as low as .0165%. Anticipation Revenue Loans, $200,000.00. Anticipation Reimbursement Loans, $25,450.00, CONCLUSION We wish to express our appreciation of the co-opera- tion of the Superintendents and heads of departments in the Town and all employees who have worked throughout the year for the best interests of the Town. Respectfully submitted, CHARLES E. FERGUSON, WILLIAM G. POTTER, ARCHIBALD R. GIRovx, PHILIP M. CLARK, ALBERT A. Ross. Selectmen of Lexington. REPORT OF BOARD OF APPEALS 231 REPORT OF BOARD OF APPEALS December 31, 1936 To THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN, LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen: The Board of Appeals under the Zoning Laws has held seventeen hearings during the year 1936 as follows: 232 TOWN OF LEXINGTON fli rg II g 0 0 °� m ° - o •� t ° d= j;co ., +a v i'a y F. 0 C .0 o V 0 R 0 D1 d Ri +i V ca G4 O 0 Q I. 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O'Connell 1 CO CO 00 GO 41 10 10 o CO .-I a, M c,1m .-I t 4-2 4) REPORT OF BOARD OF APPEALS 233 D 0 c, 0 V O V g Ta P d 7-N o E o a REPORT OF BOARD OF ASSESSORS �' "aura .g ca g y, a -o U Z Z `' al . o o December 31, 1936. 4-1 a m C.1 A W To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN 45 P v C6 F o c c ,�'', a LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS tg U o o W o Q Gentlemen o 97 0 `° ��w `-.> 3 w We hereby submit our report as Assessors for the year ending December 31, 1936: g 6 >, a; � .d Value of assessed Stock in Trade ...._ $41,650 'F °� cv a �, U • Value of assessed Live Stock _...... ...._.._._66,340 � y o A Value of assessed Machinery ....._.714,780 ca cc d o Value of all other assessed Personal -o g , Z Property 692,050 o °- u 4, .� '� . , 0 Total personal valuation of Resi- t 4 Y a t F z7 A Eo dent and Non-resident owners $1,514,820 E 0 Value of Buildings, excluding land ...._$14,334,520 Fi E-4 E. Value of Land, excluding buildings 5,808,123 234 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Calvin W. Childs 0 0 0 3 Qx 14 dent and Non-resident owners $20,142,643 �l , ri0, TOTAL VALUATION . ............. $21,657,463 ea g Omitted assessments December 20, 1936 $14,600 0 Q Omitted oll taxes 28 • o Number of persons assessed on proper - 04 ;:i ki 3 erty _........._... 3888 c. w Number of persons assessed on poll tax 3378 c. "' ti ....... _..._. Number of cows assessed .................. 454 3 C7 ti Number of horses assessed 137 F U U x Number of neat cattle other than cows assessed ....._....._......_.... _......_._..........._ 20 Total real estate valuation of Resi- N Number of swine assessed ... __.._....._,._.._.. 653 o m a � N R5 N rl 0 0 y i 6 0 Z a Number of fowl assessed _...__...._, ...._..._......_ 10805 Number of acres assessed ._...._ —..... 9234 Value of real estate exempt from tax - $6,641.315.99 REPORT OF BOARD OF ASSESSORS Value of personal property exempt from taxation _....._...._..._. _..._..—..__.W_ .. Foreclosed Tax Title property .....__...._...._. Tax Title Valuations __._..- ............ Town Appropriations: Must include all voted since 1935 Rate was fixed (a) To be raised by taxation (see $789,891.52 (b) To be taken from available funds _._..._.__.._...._ 80,103.46 StateTax ....__...._..._....._..._. .... .............___._ North Metropolitan Sewer Tax ...___.... Metropolitan Water Tax ... ....,.... ....... Auditing Municipal Accounts Tax State Parks & Reservations Tax ....._......_ Alewife Brook Parkway ...... ....,_..—..._._ County Tax _..........._..._ Overlay for 1936 _..._ TOTAL $869,994.98 32,000.00 9,145.43 28,96'7.09 2,654.12 275.72 356.90 31,681.04 10,002.55 Estimated Receipts Income Tax ._._......._._. Corporation Taxes ._.._..._....... ..... Race Tracks Distribution ..... ...... ._ Motor Vehicle Excise • Licenses ...._ ....... _........._. Grants and Gifts ,..........._......_....__. Special Assessments .....,_ General Government ....................... _ ,...,.. Protection of Persons and Property ...... Health and Sanitation _...... Highways ... ,,.,..._........ Charities ......,,..._...._ �...,...._ Old Age Assistance .... .._...... _ Soldiers' Benefits .,.............. _ .. ,....... Schools_ _..... _ ._..,......._,...� .....,...._... Recreation .__..._....__.._.._.....—..... . Public Service Enterprises (Water De- partment) Cemeteries (other than from trust funds and sale of lots) ..._.. _._ ....._ $38,328.67 7,147.20 1,280.00 20,000.00 2,000.00 500.00 0.00 7,000.00 1,000.00 100.00 4,000.00 0,00 15,000.00 4,000.00 100.00 17,000.00 0.00 0.00 64,694.17 1,000.00 235 $385,173.96 35,885.00 917,990.00 $985,077.83 236 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Interest on Deposits ...__......._.._.._ _........_.. Interest on Taxes and Assessments ._._ Reimbursement, State owned lands ._ In lieu of taxes from Cambridge and Arlington __...._ _..,,,..._ TOTAL ESTIMATED REC'PTS ... Available funds voted by Town Meeting or City Government to be used, Approved by Commissioner of Corpo- rations and Taxation, as follows: July26, 1935 ...... ....................................._........... October 29, 1935 ..................... December 6, 1935 April 1, 1936 .............. _...._............._.......... April 4, 1936 Written authority of Commissioner of Corporations and Taxations required. There is no law authorizing transfers, so called transfers being appropria- tions from available funds. TOTAL DEDUCTIONS 0.00 10,000.00 384.04 812.99 $194,347.07 44,901.22 17,200.00 2,902.24 2,500.00 12,600.00 $274,450.53 NET AMOUNT RAISED BY TAX- ATION ON POLLS AND PROP - $710,627.30 NOTE: Town Appropriations including Metropolitan Water Tax ..... $818,858.61 Deduct Metropolitan Water Tax _....... 28,967.09 $789,891.52 Number of polls 3378 at $2.00 each ..... Total valuation $21,657,463—Tax rate $32.50 _.._.......---.___ Gain on account of fractional divisions of tax rate (to be adjusted through Overlay Account) .....___........__......_......... Additional betterment and special as- sessments (outside the taxes levied on property at the tax rate) as fol- lows: Apportioned Water Assessments Apportioned Water Assessment Interest .... _._._..__......... Apportioned Sidewalk Assessments $6,756.00 703,867.55 3.75 736.10 368.08 128.93 REPORT OF BOARD OF ASSESSORS Apportioned Sidewalk Assessment Interest._.._..........._.__......._»..,,»...__.._...._..._ Apportioned Sewer Assessments ..._ Apportioned Sewer Assessment In- terest....._ ....... ......,._...__ ..„,...„.». Apportioned Highway Betterments Apportioned Highway Betterment Interest.....__...,_....._......._..__.......»».......... Water Liens _.._........._._ ....__ Unapportioned Highway Better- ment_..__...._._..._........»...»..........__........... Unapportioned Highway Better- ment Interest .._ Total amount of all taxes listed in the Collector's Commitment List for the year 1936 237 36.52 3,321.99 1,107.30 7,990.99 2,614.16 779.03 108.52 3,60 $727,822.52 Respectfully submitted, CLYDE E. STEEVES, Chairman WILLIAM I. BURNHAM WILLIAM H. SHANAHAN M. BOWMAN JUDKINS Assessors of Lexington. 238 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF BUILDING INSPECTOR December 31, 1936. To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen: I herewith submit my report as Inspector of Buildings for the year ending December 31, 1936: Cash received for Building Permits Number of applications filed and permits granted ....... . Number of calls made in reference to Building and Zoning Number of applications refused _ ...»_.._...„.�. Violation of Zoning and Building Laws ....._..__..._.. �.__._.__.... Illegal signs removed �._...... _ »_ ». _ ... „......... _..._ ._.._ __ Building without permit $359.00 112 303 8 9 7 6 During the year permits have been issued for the fol- lowing property: 45 Single Dwellings �.._ _ ..._._ _....__...__. _..._.._. ... $233,700.00 30 Additions and Alterations ., ......»._ .... ..._..._...__. ... 26,890.00 3,865.00 12 Sheds and henhouses ___ . _ ,,.,.,,, ». _.__ 3,060.00 5 Greenhouses __......_.._..».,... _ _...____.._.. 4,050.00 County Dormitory $271,565.00 Non-taxable Property _._...._.. _..... ......_..�..._. ._..._._._. ..__...... $70,000.00 Respectfully submitted, FRED W. LONGBOTTOM, Building Inspector. REPORT OF CEMETERY COMMITTEE 239 REPORT OF CEMETERY COMMISSIONERS December 31, 1936 To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen : Your Board of Cemetery Commissioners submits the following report of its doings for the year ending December 31st, 1936. We have given the Cemeteries all necessary care and work to give them a neat and clean appearance. There were a total of seventy nine (79) interments made in our cemeteries, divided as follows: Munroe Cemetery . 27 Westview Cemetery ..,„_..„.... ......_.._. 52 At Munroe Cemetery the sum of $1,294.65 has been paid to the Town Collector divided as follows : Annual Care ...,...,...„ ...,......._ Interments .....,..... „ .._..._ „..... Foundations ......._- ...._.._.._... _ ..„ Perpetual Care Fund $399.50 223.00 72.15 600.00 This last mentioned sum has been added to the trust funds of this cemetery. We have completed another section of the driveway at Munroe Cemetery which work is so necessary to make the drive safe for travel. There was expended at Munroe Cemetery the sum of approximately $2,800.00 for care and interments and gen- eral maintenance including the re -construction of the drive. At Westview Cemetery we have expended the sum of approximately $4,224.00 for the general upkeep and im- provements by grading, replacing gravel with good loam 240 TOWN OF LEXINGTON so that the turf will keep green throughout the season. More than an acre of ground has been graded bringing the section up so that there are very desirable burial lots avail- able in it and at the same time greatly improving the gen- eral appearance. At Westview Cemetery thirteen (13) lots and ten (10) single graves were sold and the sum of $2,809.55 has been collected and paid to the Town Collector. This sum is di- vided as follows: Sale of lots and graves „._ „......._ ......... _......._.._... $1,198.10 Perpetual Care Funds ..._. ,...,......„......„ _...._..._.. 603.38 Interments . 505.00 Foundations .._ .._...„..„......_ _..�_.._.....„..... 152.00 Rents .....__...__.. _ ........ „..... 120.00 Interest ...,......�....._.._.._....._ ...._ ......_.. .._ ..__.... 8.32 The dwelling house at Westview Cemetery has been shingled at a cost of $185.00 for which an appropriation of $200.00 was made. Colonial Cemetery has had good care but more work is needed on the trees to save them from further injury. The Caira Robbins Cemetery has been well cared for with the funds available for use in it. The trees here also are in need of more work. Your commissioners thank all of the town officers for their help whenever we found it necessary to call on them. We continue to have many enquiries from non-residents who are interested in purchasing lots in Westview Cemetery. Respectfully submitted, EDWARD WOOD, Chairman, JOHN E. A. MULLIKEN Lexington Cemetery Commissioners. REPORT OF DENTAL CLINIC REPORT OF DENTAL CLINIC December 31, 1936. To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASS. Gentlemen : 241 The Dental Clinic Committee submits its Report for the year ending December 31, 1936. O 0 C) Adams School 153 237 Franklin School 69 143 Hancock School 63 118 Munroe School 65 111 Parker School 91 128 Junior High School 97 316 Senior High School 20 47 Totals p. Ell 47 11 11 18 56 .2i %1 -d <71 0 a2 al U h Pq P.4 W 3 6 1 3 2 20 7 E-+ �"1:1 ac C) � ar K FW 41 30 20 40 31 5 Treatments 0 103 54 55 51 67 2 49 3 6 558 1,100 143 42 167 5 385 Total number of patients Total number of new patients _....._........ Total number finished -- Total number fillings ___.._.._.__...............__...__._._ Total number extractions Total number cleanings »..... Total number operations _•._._...._.._ ............._...._•_— Total amount of money collected_....+.—____...._..... 558 110 446 1243 209 885 1842 $174.90 242 TOWN OF LEXINGTON The annual dental examination of the children in the elementary grades was made at the beginning of the school year by the Dental Hygienist. Number examined — 1223. Number needing dental work — 642. Number needing cleaning only -165. A large percent of our children in the elementary schools received dental certificates during the past year. We believe the Dental Clinic is doing efficient work and is rendering a very worth -while service to the children of the town. Respectfully submitted, MRS. FREDERICK B. JAMES, MRS. WILLIAM G. POTTER, MR. THOMAS S. GRINDLE, Dental Clinic Committee. REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS 243 REPORT OF THE DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF CORPORATIONS AND TAXATION DIVISION OF ACCOUNTS May 28, 1936 TO THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN MR. CHARLES E. FERGUSON, Chairman LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen : I submit herewith my report of an audit of the books and accounts of the town of Lexington for the year ending December 31, 1935, made in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 44, General Laws. This is in the form of a report made to me by Mr. Herman B. Dine, Assistant Director of Accounts. Very truly yours, THEODORE N. WADDELL, Director of Accounts. MR. THEODORE N. WADDELL Director of Accounts Department of Corporations 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 year ending 244 TOWN OF LEXINGTON December 31, 1935, and submit the following report thereon: The financial transactions, as recorded on the books of the several departments receiving 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 in detail. The recorded re- ceipts were compared with the records of the several de- partments collecting money for the town and with the treasurer's books, while the recorded disbursements were checked with the selectmen's warrants authorizing such payments and with the treasurer's cash book. An analysis of the accountant's ledger was made, a trial balance was taken off, proving the accounts to be in balance, the necessary adjusting entries resulting from the audit were made, and a balance sheet, which is appended to this report, was prepared showing the financial condition of the town as of December 31, 1935. The books and accounts of the town treasurer were examined and checked in detail. The recorded receipts were compared with the accountant's books, with the records of the several departments collecting money for the town, and with the other sources from which money is paid into the town treasury. The payments were checked with the warrants authorizing the treasurer to disburse town funds and with the accountant's ledger. The cash balance on March 11, 1936, was verified by a reconciliation of the bank balances with statements furn- ished by the banks of deposit and by actual count of the cash in the office. The payments on account of debt and interest were checked with the amount falling due and with the cancelled securities on file. The records of tax titles taken by the town were ex- amined and checked with the actual deeds on hand and with the tax commitments. The books and accounts of the town collector were examined and checked in detail for the period from Novem- REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS 245 ber 20, 1935, the date of recommitment of all tax and de- partmental accounts to the collector, to March 11, 1936. The recorded collections were compared with the payments to the treasurer, the abatements as recorded were checked with the records of the departments authorized to grant such abatements, and the outstanding accounts were listed and reconciled with the accountant's ledger. 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 these accounts, as listed, are correct. The financial accounts of the town clerk were examined and checked. The recorded receipts from dog and sporting licenses, permits and miscellaneous collections were checked, the payments to the town and to the Division of Fisheries and Game being verified. The securities and savings bank books representing the investments of the several trust funds in the custody of the trustees of public trusts, the trustees of the Bridge Charit- able Fund, and the trustees of the Cary Memorial Library were personally examined and listed. The income and dis- bursements were verified. The accounts of the treasurer of the Cary Memorial Library were examined and checked, and the cash balance on April 30, 1936, was verified. The record of receipts from the selectmen for licenses, etc., from town hall rentals, from the sealer of weights and measures, the dental clinic, and the building, plumbing and wire inspectors, as well as from the library, school, and cemetery departments, were examined and compared with the payments to the treasurer. 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 treas- urer's and the library treasurer's cash, summaries of the 246 TOWN OF LEXINGTON tax, assessment, tax title, departmental, sewer and water accounts, as well as tables showing the trust fund tran- sactions. For the co-operation received from the several town officials during the progress of the audit, I wish, on behalf of my assistants and for myself, to express appreciation. Respectfully submitted, HERMAN B. DINE, Assistant Director of Accounts REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS 247 RECONCILIATION O1' TOWN TREASURER'S CASH Balance January 1, 1935, _—..»....».. -.... Receipts1935, .._....—.._.._...._.........._..........._..... Payments 1935, .» » ...._...._ Balance December 31, 1935, Balance January 1, 1936, ,....»........._...._...._..._ Receipts January 1 to March 11, 1.936, Payments January 1 to March 11, 1936, Balance March 11, 1936: Lexington Trust Comp - First National Bank of Boston, _..._..._ The National Shawmut of Boston, _. _ ».._...__.. Cash in office, verified, ._... $45,389.50 1,932.40 2,000.00 2,415.31 $ 214,278.68 1,615,892.77 $1,650,904.84 179,266.61 $179,266.61 89,332.39 $216,861.79 51,737.21 LEXINGTON TRUST COMPANY Balance March 11, 1936, per statement, $64,044.08 41.08 Protested Checks—to be adjusted ..... Balance March 11, 1936, per check book, $45,615.44 Deduct: Error in entering de- posits, .».».___.... ....... $158.27 Protested check adjusted and cash included in count, ...,.».............__.........._.... 67.85 Add—dividend not entered, Corrected check book balance, ....— Voucher # 1288 deducted from check book balance—check to be issued,..__ 226.12 $45,389.32 .18 $45,389.50 5.00 $1,830,171.45 $1,830,171.45 $268,599.00 $268,599.00 $64,085.16 248 . TOWN OP LEXINGTON Outstanding checks March 11, 1936, per list.. ...»..._ �........... .......__... 18,690.66 FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF BOSTON Balance March 11, 1936, per statement, Balance March 11, 1936, per check book, $64,085.16 $1,932.40 $1,932.40 THE NATIONAL SHAWMUT BANK OF BOSTON Balance March 11, 1936, per statement, $2,000.00 Balance March 11, 1936, per check book, $2,000.00 RECONCILIATION OF LIBRARY TREASURER'S CASH John E. Gilcreast, Treasurer Balance January 1, 1935 .._. Receipts January 1 to Octo- ber 31, 1935: Income on trust funds, $625.18 Fines, - ....-.. ..,......._.......».._ 401.68 Rent of hall, _.._....__._.... 10.00 Sale of securities, ..__...... 1,000.00 Premium on sale of se- curities, __ ....-..._ 40.00 Expenditures January 1 to October 31, 1935: General, --......._.—..»... »_ $155.67 Purchase of securities, 1,000.00 Premium on purchase of securities, 20.00 Accrued interest on purchase of securi- ties_.._....— _...._.__ ... Balance October 31, 1935, Lexington Trust Comp- any, 2.89 $786.30 2,076.86 $1,178.56 1,684.60 $2,863.16 $2,863.16 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS 249 250 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Frederic L. Fischer, Treasurer Balance November 1, 1935, Receipts November 1 to December 31, 1935: Income on trust funds, Fines, .....„.. ...... ........... Expenditures November 1 to December 31, 1935, _... Balance December 31, 1935, $279.79 212.06 TAXES -1933 $1,684.60 William S. Scamman, Collector Tax title disclaimed January 1 to March 11, 1936, _........ ........ ._..,._.... .._..... Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list, 491.85 $73.84 2,102.61 Balance January 1, 1936, — $2,102.61 Receipts January 1 to April 30, 1936: Incomes, $255.25 Fines, ..._ ...._.._..._...._—.... 194.00 Expenditures January 1 to April 30, 1936, ___.._._..... Balance April 30, 1936, Lexington Trust Comp- any, ...._..._.._..._..._.. ........ TAXES -1930 449.25 $130.55 2,421.31 William S. Scamman, Collector Tax titles disclaimed January 1 to March 11, 1936, _.. .. .....„..„„...„,...„ Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list, TAXES -1931 William S. Scamman, Collector Tax titles disclaimed January 1 to March 11, 1936, ... „ ...._ Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list, TAXES -1932 William S. Scamman, Collector Tax titles disclaimed January 1 to March 11, 1936, Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list, $2,176.45 $2,176.45 $2,551.86 $2,551.86 $64.00 $64.00 $51.00 $5L00 $31.00 $31.00 POLL TAXES ---1934 William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, ...... Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, M............„ .....„..._.__.._._ Outstanding December 31, 1935, ..,.....m. Outstanding January 1, 1936 .__..._._... Abatements January 1 to March 11, $4.00 648.00 PERSONAL TAXES -1934 William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, ...... Outstanding December 31, 1935, ._. Outstanding January 1, 1936, ......... Abatements January 1 to March 11, 1936, ..._ ._ ......_�...„..._ — — — _ ..._..._ Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list ..._ $13.20 42.90 REAL ESTATE TAXES -1934 William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, „...........„„„.„.....„„. . Outstanding December 31, 1935, .......-- $956.62 4,001.84 Outstanding January 1, 1936, _.___._.._. $4,001.84 Tax titles disclaimed January 1 to March 11, 1936, „.....„.........„. ........ ...„„ 33.00 Abatements cancelled, ..............„_..„......„.„...„,_ 2.97 Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936, ....._._...._..._.._._...._.._..._._.. $748.02 $31.50 $31.50 $652.00 $652.00 $648.00 $648.00 $56.10 $56.10 $56.10 $56.10 $4,958.46 $4,958.46 $4,037.81 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS 251 Abatements January 1 to March 11, 1936, _....... -.. W . ._ _...._ .. 951.11 Tax titles taken January 1 to March 11, 1936, » . _ _ » »m.... ,.. m.».... » . 2,284.38 Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list ..._. 54.30 $4,037.51 POLL TAXES -1935 William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, ..._. Additional commitment, .........__........ _ Duplicate payment, refunded, _ Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, Outstanding December 31, 1935, ..._.._...... Outstanding January 1, 1936, ......... __...... ._ Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936 ..........__...,.. Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list, $2,090.00 20.00 2.00 $2,112.00 $700.00 1,412.00 $2,112.00 $1,412.00 $694.00 718.00 $1,412.00 PERSONAL TAXES -1935 William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, $2,676.29 Additional commitment, »....... .. 419.44 Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, ... .,,» ........ Abatements November 20 to December 31, 1935, . »»....... _._... ......... Outstanding December 31, 1935, ...... Outstanding January 1, 1936, _.._...__.._..... Payments to treasurer January 1, to March 11, 1936,--..�........ ,_....... ._ ... Abatements January 1 to March 11, 1936, ...._ _.- ._.. .....».. Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list ». $3,095.73 $533.80 198.00 2,363.93 $3,095.73 $2,363.93 $1,171.34 252 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REAL ESTATE TAXES -1935 William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, ..... Additional commitment, .........__...._.... _......,... Abatements after payment, refunded, Overpayments refunded, ._......._ ......._._.. Committed interest on highway better- ment assessments 1935 reported as taxes1935, ..._ ...,............»......,....._....,.»..... $260,453.52 254.76 930.84 41.00 9.20 Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, $39,268.27 Abatements November 20 to December 31, 1935, . ...._ _....._.. ...._..._ _ _. 2,527.66 Refund of interest charged to taxes 1935 in error, ..,..»... »...,»...» »....,..» ..........._ ... .46 Outstanding December 31, 1935, 219,892.93 Outstanding January 1, 1936, ...._._.._........ . Abatements after payment, refunded, Water assessments 1935 reported as taxes1935, ....,..........»..,...»....,,,..._........,...»........... Highway betterment assessments 1935 reported as taxes 1935, ..... .... Committed interest on water assess- ments 1935 reported as taxes 1935, ... Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936, ...,..... , ..,.»,...» » ..... Abatements January 1 to March 11, 1936, ..,...W........ ........._ ........�.....»».__..._..._ Taxes 1935 reported as highway better- ment assessments 1935, ..._ _.....»..._ Taxes 1935 reported as committed in- terest on highway betterment assess- ments 1935, _ .......... _........ Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list ..._ $219,892.93 300.97 6.59 36.08 3.40 $43,994.29 997.16 . 12.00 5.52 175,231.00 MOTOR VEHICLE EXCISE TAXES -1934 William S. Scamman, Collector 221.44 Recommitment November 20, 1935, -- 971,15 Payments to treasurer November 20 $2,363.93 to December 31, 1935, $10.21 $261,689.32 $261,689.32 $220,239.97 $220,239.97 $599.35 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS 253 Outstanding December 31, 1935, ..... ... Outstanding January 1, 1936, ».._...._.. _.... Abatements January 1 to March 11, 1936, ..... Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list, ...... 589.14 $583.03 6.11 $599.35 MOTOR VEHICLES EXCISE TAXES -1935 William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935 ._.... $3,407.38 Commitment November 20 to December 31, 1935, ...__.........._.. » ...,.,,....»..»......... ...... 4,034.19 Abatements after payment, refunded, 54.64 Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, ..._.........__._...._..—...... Abatements November 20 to December 31, 1935, .........._._...._.... ...._.. _....._..._._........ Outstanding December 31, 1935, _..... ... $2,035.29 64.21 5,396.71 Outstanding January 1, 1936, ....._.._...._... $5,396.71 Commitment January 1 to March 11, 1936, ....... _........ ......._...._.........._.. »»..».,... 758.76 Abatements after payment, refunded, 171.56 Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 20, 1936, ......__...............,.....» Abatements January 1 to March 20, 1936, .... _...... _»....»... ........_ Motor vehicle excise taxes 1935 report - $4,974.96 191.73 .16 Outstanding March 20, 1936, per list ..--- 1,160.18 $589.14 $589.14 $7,496.21 $7,496.21 $6,327.03 $6,327.03 UNAPPORTIONED SEWER ASSESSMENTS William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, .._. Commitment November 20 to December 31, 1935, Outstanding December 31, 1935 and March 11, 1936, per list, _......_.__ _ $2,562.80 364.27 254 TOWN OF LEXINGTON SEWER ASSESSMENTS -1930 William S. Scamman, Collector Tax titles disclaimed January 1 to March 11, 1936, Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list,...... SEWER ASSESSMENTS -1931 William S. Scamman, Collector Tax titles disclaimed January 1 to March 11, 1936, ......... »... » _.»..._ »...,.. Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list,._... SEWER ASSESSMENTS -1932 William S. Scamman, Collector Tax titles disclaimed January 1 to March 11, 1936, Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list,...... SEWER ASSESSMENTS -1933 William S. Scamman, Collector Tax titles disclaimed January 1 to March 11, 1936, _.._ _...._.._._...._.._ _.— Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list,_... SEWER ASSESSMENTS -1934 William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, .. Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, »......_ ....._ ..... Outstanding December 31, 1935, ........ $15.82 208.79 Outstanding January 1, 1936, .............._..._ $208.79 Tax titles disclaimed January 1 to March 11, 1936 .....___...._..._........_.._....__.. 10.23 Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936, ».. __...._.._..__.._.._ $14.32 Abatements January 1 to March 11, 1986. _..,....W »..... »»...,.... ....,.....»..... _ .m._. 5.41 $32.73 $32.73 $10.24 $10.24 $10.24 $10.24 $10.24 $10.24 $224.61 $224.61 $219.02 Tax titles taken January 1 to March $2,927.07 11, 1936, W. _ .._ .... _ .._...._ ........._.._...._.._ 189.06 Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list,...– 10.23 $2,927.07 $219.02 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS 255 SEWER ASSESSMENTS -1935 William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, -- Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, ....... ...... ......_.. .... Outstanding December 31, 1935, _..._..-... Outstanding January 1, 1936, ._......... .. Highway betterment assessments 1935 reported as sewer assessments 1935, Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936, _._...._..._..__..__. .. Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list„..... $1,588.35 $220.15 1,368.20 $1,588.35 $1,368.20 20.10 $1,388.30 $298.03 1,090.27 $1,388.30 UNAPPORTIONED HIGHWAY BETTERMENT ASSESSMENTS William S. Scamman, Collector Commitment January 1 to March 11, 1936, ......_ ............._..._._...._.-._._-_..____ Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936, .... ..... ........_ _._ ..._ $315.00 Outstanding March 11, 1936, .... _..._ .,_ 10,757.52 $11,072.25 $11,072.52 HIGHWAY BETTERMENT ASSESSMENTS -1935 William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, ...... Water assessments 1935 reported as highway betterment assessments 1935, $3,383.85 24,92 $3,408.77 Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, Abatements November 20 to December 31, 1935, ._......._..,, ,.-.__ Outstanding December 31, 1935, ..._ $425.03 15.93 2,967.81 $3,408.77 Outstanding January 1, 1936, .... .......... $2,967.81 Taxes 1935 reported as highway better- ment assessments 1935, .. ......-__...._. _ 12.00 $2,979.81 Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936, ._ .... _ .... _.._ .._ $446.25 256 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Highway betterment assessments 1935 reported as taxes 1935, _.._...._.---. Highway betterment assessments 1935 reported as sewer assessments 1935, Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list,. 36.08 20.10 2,477.38 $2,979.81 UNAPPORTIONED SIDEWALK ASSESSMENTS Commitment January 1 to March 11, Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936, _._......__..._.-._...-_, Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list,...... $63.43 237.04 SIDEWALK ASSESSMENTS -1935 William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, _.._.. Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, _.._.._.......__...._...__....., Outstanding December 31, 1935, --- Outstanding January 1, 1936, ....._............... Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936, ....._...__.._...._.__..,._._� Sidewalk assessments 1935 reported as water assessments 1935, ....__.....__..- Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list,_ $7.96 128.39 $29.21 6.23 92.95 $300.47 $300.47 $136.35 $136.35 $128.39 $128.39 UNAPPORTIONED WATER ASSESSMENTS William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, _.._. Commitment November 20 to December 31, 1935, ....._.._.._..-._...._..---._...._..^. Added to taxes 1935, _ _ _ _..„...... Outstanding December 31, 1935 and March 11, 1936, .... .._,..__.... _ _ . $872.50 571.84 $100.00 1,344.34 $1,444.34 $1,444.34 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS 257 WATER ASSESSMENTS -1935 William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, ..,,..... Additional commitment, _..._...._ Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, ,...M ....,.-..-.,...... ....... Water assessments 1935 reported as highway betterment assessments 1935, Outstanding December 31, 1935, ----- 258 TOWN OF LEXINGTON COMMITTED INTEREST ON SEWER ASSESSMENTS -1932 William. S. Scamman, Collector $267.03 Tax titles disclaimed January 1 to 100.00 March 11, 1936, $367.03 Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list,...... $44.02 24.92 298.09 Outstanding January 1, 1936, ..... $298.09 Sidewalk assessments 1935 reported as water assessments 1935, _........__.._...._._ 6.23 Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936, ........._..,,.,,.........,................._.. Water assessments 1935 reported as taxes1935, ...__.......�.._....__ ...._......_...._... _. Outstanding March 11, 1936, per $64.28 6.59 233.45 WATER LIENS ADDED TO TAXES -1935 Recommitment November 20, 1935 ....._ Outstanding December 31, 1935 and March 11, 1936, per list, $367.03 $304.32 $804.32 $39.37 $39.37 COMMITTED INTEREST ON SEWER ASSESSMENTS -1930 William S. Scamman, Collector Tax titles disclaimed January 1 to March 11, 1936, ....._..___.._......._._.......__...._..... Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list,...... $4,91 $4.91 COMMITTED INTEREST ON SEWER ASSESSMENTS -1933 William S. Scamman, Collector Tax titles disclaimed January 1 to March 11, 1936, ...,...__...._..—__.—._.. . Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list,...... $4.30 $4.30 COMMITTED INTEREST OF SEWER ASSESSMENTS -1934 William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, ......... Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, _____________ ..... _. $7.59 Outstanding December 31, 1935, — 97.34 Outstanding January 1, 1936, _._...._.. _.... $97.34 Tax titles disclaimed January 1 to March 11, 1936, ....._.__...._.._..__.. _........_.. 3.68 Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936, ....» —_. Abatements January 1 to March 11, 1936, Tax titles taken January 1 to March Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list...._ $4.30 1.95 91.09 3.68 $104.93 $104.93 $101.02 $101.02 COMMITTED INTEREST OF SEWER ASSESSMENTS -1935 $19.91 William S. Scamman, Collector $19.91 COMMITTED INTEREST ON SEWER ASSESSMENTS -1931 William S. Scamman, Collector Tax titles disclaimed January 1 to March 11, 1936, . _ .._..._._._...._.__.. _ Outstanding March 11, 1936, per $5.53 $5.53 Recommitment November 20, 1935, ....- Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, ._ _..».,.._.__.__._...._ Outstanding December 31, 1935, $75.53 465.32 Outstanding January 1, 1936 ... ..... _.. $465.32 Committed interest on highway better- ment assessments 1935 reported as committed interest on sewer assess - $540.85 $540.85 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS 259 Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936, ___________ ..... Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list,,.... 9.26 $93.60 380.98 $474.58 $474.58 COMMITTED INTEREST ON HIGHWAY BETTERMENT ASSESSMENTS -1935 William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, ......... $1,206.59 Committed interest on water assess- ments 1935 reported as committed in- terest on highway betterment assess- ments 1935, .... ........_.__...... ..»........,,,.... 12.93 Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, ...._.._....___..._.._.._ Abatements November 20 to December 31, 1935, .... _..�.._.....,, „_..., ... ... Committed interest on highway better- ment assessments 1935 reported as $164.13 5.79 taxes1935, ............ __ ...._.. _.._..._.._...._._ 9.20 Outstanding December 31, 1935,....._...._.._. 1,040.40 Outstanding January 1, 1936, __...._... Taxes 1935 reported as committed in- terest on highway betterment assess- ments1935, _..._.._._........ ...»,,., ......... .... Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936, .... ....,._........__._...._..._ Committed interest on highway better- ment assessments 1935 reported as committed interest on sewer. assess- ments 1935, ....... Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list,...... $1,040.40 5.52 $147.48 9.26 889.18 $1,219.52 $1,219.52 $1,045.92 $1,045.92 COMMITTED INTEREST SIDEWALK ASSESSMENTS -1935 Recommitment November 20, 1935, ..._ $33.71 Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, ________ 1.38 Outstanding November 20, 1935 .... 32.33 $33.71 260 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Outstanding January 1, 1936, ...._ .....,...... Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936, . .....,....._...._..._.... Committed interest on sidewalk assess- ments 1935 reported as committed interest on water assessments 1935, Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list,. $1.67 .69 29.97 $32.33 $32.33 COMMITTED INTEREST ON WATER ASSESSMENTS -1935 William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, .._.. Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, ...._.._...._....._....___...... Committed interest on water assess- ments 1935 reported as committed interest on highway betterment assessments 1935, ..........._ -...- Outstanding December 31, 1935, ...... Outstanding January 1, 1936, ......._ Committed interest on sidewalk assess- ments 1935 reported as committed interest on water assessments 1935, Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936, .. Committed interest on water assess- ments 1935 reported as taxes 1935, Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list,.._.. $22.45 12.93 97.45 $97.45 .69 $29.98 3.40 64.76 APPORTIONED SEWER ASSESSMENTS Due 1936-1945 Outstanding January 1, 1935, . Apportionments 1935, -..-....-....-.•.•-••• Payments in advance, ....._._ ...,.... __.._......_...... Added to taxes 1935, ..... ......__._......... ......... Abatements, ......_ Outstanding December 31, 1935:...•— $15,259.94 4,029.05 $455.50 3,245.36 71.28 $132.83 $132.83 $98.14 $98.14 $19,288.99 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS 261 Due in: 1936, ........._....._.._. 1937, » .......__ 1938.....................__. 1939, ..__._.. _...._.. 1940, .._.__..__..._.. 1941, _. 1942, ....,_... »..........» 1943, ...._ ,....._., 1944, $3,035.22 2,632.77 2,506.70 2,014.68 1,650.16 1,505.02 922.94 711.35 385.77 152.24 15,516.85 $19,288.99 APPORTIONED HIGHWAY BETTERMENT ASSESSMENTS Due 1936-1944 Outstanding January 1, 1935, ....._.__.._.. $42,015.88 Apportionments 1935, ........................._ 4,567.46 Payments in advance, Added to taxes 1935, Abatements, ....._.._......_». Outstanding December Due in: 1936, ..._.....»... »».....,. 1937, _..._... 1938, _..._.. ..........._ 1940, 1942, 1943, 1944, 31, 1935:....._.._.. $7,030.39 6,892.98 6,779.80 5,228.28 4,221.67 3,027.93 2,211.19 1,451.37 1,451.40 $571.67 7,506.87 209.79 38,295.01 $46,583.34 $46,583.34 APPORTIONED SIDEWALK ASSESSMENTS Due 1936-1943 Outstanding January 1, 1935, ..... Payments in advance, ........ _...__._ _....... _ Added to tax bills 1935, ...._........_ .._...._... $11.90 215.33 $787.40 262 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Outstanding December 31, 1935. _.._.�.... Due in: 1936, .....».. »...»...»»..»....» .. 1937, _._..-...___-- 1938, 1939,...... .. 1940 ....._.__...._..._ ....... 1941, »...»... .......».. ». ».» 1942......... ... ___.._ $117.58 111.37 78.79 78.79 78.79 56.32 26.02 12.51 560.17 APPORTIONED WATER ASSESSMENTS Due 1936-1945 Outstanding January 1, 1935, Apportionments 1935, ...�..._..._ Payments in advance, .... .....w... _..... Added to taxes 1935, _..._... _ ...... ..»..._... Apportionment in error, ..............__...,,.._.._.. Outstanding December 31, 1935. ..... ... Due in: 1939, ... .. ».. _ ......» 1940, _ _.__ 1941, »..� ....»» .. 1942, _ _......, 1943, ..,...� ....»...— - � $601.87 601.87 601.91 596.53 591.17 591.18 591.18 570.47 268.24 24.08 TAX TITLES On hand January 1, 1935, Added to tax titles: Taxes 1934, __.._.. _ $26,910.44 Sewer assessments 1934, 181.19 Highway betterment as- sessments 1934, _..»551.22 Si dew a 1 k assessments 1934, ..... ............. ..._ »...._ 9.37 $3,639.13 2,275.65 $178.20 598.08 100.00 5,038.50 $67,341.04 $787.40 $5,914.78 $5,914.78 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS 263 Water assessments 1934,. Water liens added to taxes 1934, ..»....,.»..» ....»» Committed interest on sewer assessments 1934, Committed interest on highway betterment as- sessments 1934, .__.. 229.57 Committed interest on sidewalk assessments 17.15 424.19 58.97 Committed interest on water assessments 1934, Interest, -_________- 2.25 5.43 701.75 Tax titles taken: Taxes 1933, ..,..__..W...»... $28.35 Taxes 1934, _...»...._......_.._»._...._ 23,740.80 Sewer assessments 1934, 94.19 Highway betterment as- sessments 1934, . __..... 542.26 Water liens added to tax- es 1934, » ..... _ .......__... 43.55 Committed interest on se w e r assessments 1934, ...._...._._......_.__.._...._.. 32.58 Committed interest on highway betterment as- sessments 1934, »_._...... 204.67 Interest and costs, .. 2,410.28 Overpayments, refunded... Adjustment of tax titles,..... Tax titles redeemed, ..........- Tax titles disclaimed: Taxes 1933, .... ......... .... ».. Taxes 1934, »»........ _ .. »._ Interest and costs, --- $221.13 231.66 25.51 Transferred to tax titles in error: Taxes 1934, _._........ $264.87 Highway betterment as- sessments 1934, .............. 21.16 29,091.53 27,096.68 733.37 2.00 $40,817.99 478.30 $124,264.62 264 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Committed interest on highway betterment assessments 1934, ..._..._ Tax titles foreclosed, -- Abatements, ...............___..._..— Tax titles reported as in- terest, ...—...... _.........._..... On hand December 31, 1935, 6.36 6.81 On hand January 1, 1936, Tax titles taken January 1 to March 11, 1936: Taxes 1934, ..............._...._ $2,284.38 S ewe r assessments Committed interest on sew e r assessments 1934, .... ........................_» Interest and costs, 189.06 91.09 333.58 Tax titles redeemed Janu- ary 1 to March 11, 1936 Tax titles disclaimed Janu- ary 1 to March 11, 1936: Taxes 1930, _...._...__._ $64.00 Taxes 1931, 51.00 Taxes 1932, ..... 31.00 Taxes 1933, ................ 31.50 Taxes 1934, .... 33.00 S e w e r assessments 1930, 32.73 Sew e r assessments S e w e r assessments 1932, ...._ » ..,... Sewer assessments 1933, ...._.._...__.._...._.......... Sew e r assessments Committed interest on sewer assessments 1930, Committed interest on sewer assessments 1931, 10.24 10.24 10.24 10.23 19.91 5.53 299.20 3,281.47 333.68 4.98 79,049.00 $124,264.62 $79,049.00 2,898.11 $7,601.31 $81,947.11 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS 265 Committed interest on sewer assessments 1932, 4.91 Committed interest on sewer assessments 1933, 4.30 Committed interest on sewer assessments 1934, 3.68 Interest and costs, _......_ 29.10 On hand March 11, 1936, per list, _..... _______ 351.61 73,994.19 SELECTMEN'S DEPARTMENT Receipts 1935: Town licenses: Liquor, beer and wines, $1,650.00 Garage and gasoline, .... 107.50 Common victuallers', ..__.._ 83.65 Junk dealers', _._...._.-._ 50.00 Sunday sales, ----- 47.50 Theatre, ........._...,_,..._._ ...._..._ 25.00 Motor vehicle agents', 95.00 Public carriage, 5.00 Innholders', 3.33 Pool and Bowling, ....___ 10.00 Sign, 30.00 Auctioneers', ________ 10.00 Board of Health Licenses: Slaughtering, . Pasteurization, ..,......_...,...... Garbage collections, _.._ Alcohol, ._...._...__........_.. ...._..... Hairdressing, _.._....__.., Manufacturer o f i c e Board of Survey, Board of Appeals, ..... Rent Cary Memorial Hall, Miscellaneous collections: Telephone tolls, ...__ Sale of zoning laws, __ Sale of maps and stamps, Advertising liquor li- censes, .--..._... ....._.__.... $178.15 40.00 14.00 29.00 15.00 55.00 $13.00 4.70 10.54 14.00 $2,116.98 331.15 15.00 65.00 262.00 $81,947.11 266 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Settlements of fire loss, insurance refunds, etc., 2,251.23 Sale of real estate, ....._..._.. 575.00 All other, ______________ 3.00 Payments to treasurer 1935, ..,.,.,....»...,.. Receipts January 1 to April 28, 1936: Town licenses: Liquor, beer and wine,... Garage and gasoline, ,..._ Common victuallers', ......... Junk dealers', _............_....... Sunday sales, . Theatre, ___._._._..._..._.._ Motor vehicle agents', ...... Public carriage, _...........,... Innholders', ..... »........ Pool and bowling, ____ Sign, .........._..._..._ ........ Auctioneers', ......_.._..... Board of Health licenses: Pasteurization, ___...._..__.... Garbage collections ....._._.. Board of Appeals, ....---- Sale of real estate .........._.... Deposit on street ....._..._...... Miscellaneous receipts: Telephone tolls, ... .... Sale of zoning laws, ....._._ Sale of maps and stamps, Deposit -town seal, ....._.»._.. Sale of chairs, ..___.._.. -. $450.00 31.50 30.00 55.90 5.00 8.32 20.00 4.00 10.00 10.00 34.00 8.00 $40.00 48.00 8.00 $6.40 1.30 1.69 10.00 3.00 Payments to treasurer January '1 to April 28, 1936, _...,.. ..».._ w_w.._.._..._ 2,871.47 $666.72 96.00 20.00 1,765.00 222.50 22.39 $5,661.60 $5,661.60 $2,792.61 $2,792.61 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS 267 TOWN CLERK'S DEPARTMENT Receipts 1935: Dog licenses, ....._.._........ _...,.... _........ ... Sporting licenses, ... _.._.............�.—. Permits and miscellaneous collections, Overpayment to treasurer: Dog licenses, ....._.._..._...._. $1.30 Miscellaneous receipts, ... .75 Payments 1935: To Division of Fisheries and Game, To Town Treasurer: Dog licenses, ... ...,..,,.... _. $1,989.60 Miscellaneous c o 11 e c - tions, ,......,..._ ......._.__..._.. 453.44 Townclerk's fees, . ............... Cash on hand December 31, 1935, ....... $2,168.95 743.50 452.69 268 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Permits issued January 1 to April 9, 1936: 6 permits @ $5.00, _._._......... 5 permits @ 2.00, _.._......_.._...._.__..._...__ $30.00 10.00 $40.00 Payments to treasurer January 1 to April 9, 1936, $40.00 PLUMBING INSPECTOR 2.05 Permits issued 1935, ._ ..... ...... $3,367.19 Payments to treasurer 1935, ...._............. $656.50 2,443.04 265.80 1.85 $3,367.19 Cash on hand January 1, 1936, _._....,..._. $1.85 Receipts January 1 to April 27, 1936: Dog licenses, _._.......___.. $1,234.00 $148.00 $148.00 Permits issued January 1 to April 9, 1936, „...,.,.... $20.00 Payments to treasurer January 1 to April 9, 1936, ..... _....... _._...._..._.... ,...._ $20.00 WIRE INSPECTOR Permits issued 1935, ..._._..._.. $169.00 Payments to treasurer 1935, ... $169.00 Permits issued January 1 to May 4, 1936, $38.00 Payments to treasurer January 1 to May 4, 1936, $38.00 Sporting licenses, ._.__._ 251.00 Permits and miscellane- SEALER OF WEIGHTS AND MEASURES ous receipts, ..................._.. 120.00 Receipts 1935: 1,605.00 Fees for sealing, ... _ $106.93 Unidentified cash April 27, 1935, .....___._ .39 Charges for adjusting, _ ........... .........._..... ...... 8.65 4)1,607.24 $115.58 Payments January 1 to April 27, 1936: Payments to treasurer 1935, $115.58 To Division of Fisheries and Game, ... $131.50 Receipts January 1 to May 4, 1936: To Town Treasurer: Fees for sealing, ..._......... $13.48 Dog licenses, ._.__._...._.._. $531.80 Payments to treasurer January 1 to Miscellaneous receipts, ... 157.25 May 4, 1936, $4.81 689.05 _..._...._......._..__...._..._..._...._..._... Cash balance May 4, 1936, . 8.67 Cash on hand April 27, 1936, verified, 786.69 $13.45 $1,607.24 BUILDING INSPECTOR Permits issued 1935: 28 permits @ $5.00, 61 permits @ 2.00, $140.00 122.00 $262.00 Payments to treasurer 1935, – $262.00 HEALTH DEPARTMENT Accounts Receivable William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, ..._. Commitment November 20 to December 31, 1935, .........,..................,..,,.......... ...... $223.50 1,537.85 $1,761.35 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS 269 Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, ...__...._,......_......_.__ Outstanding December 31, 1935, ..._...._ 1,741.85 $19.50 $1,761.35 Outstanding January 1, 1936 ..._...._......... $1,741,85 Commitment January 1 to March 11, 1936, .............._..__...._..........M..,_...._....,,,...„_. 84.00 $1,825.85 Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936, _..._........__..,,„...._........... Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list, $27.00 1,798.85 $1,825.85 SEWER DEPARTMENT -ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE Sewer Maintenance William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, M Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, .._...._.._...„......_ $9.41 Abatements November 20 to December 31, 1936, _........_..._.__..,.....�..._.._.._...._._ Outstanding December 31, 1935, 1,268.42 21.82 Outstanding January 1, 1936, ... .......... Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936, .. Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list, $150.00 1,118.42 SEWER HOUSE CONNECTIONS Accounts Receivable William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, Commitment November 20 to December 31, 1935, ..... _.__.....W Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, ...,._.. ...._... .. „.».. _..... Transferred from sewer house connec- tion deposits November 20 to Decem- ber31, 1935, _.._........ ...„...._._........ „...„... ... Outstanding December 31, 1935, . $95.28 579.54 $32.30 408.97 233.55 $1,299.65 $1,299.65 $1,268.42 $1,268.42 $674.82 $674.82 270 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Outstanding January 1, 1936, ..... ----- Commitment January 1 to March 11, 1936, ........„......... __....... _.._..._.__... Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936, .......__......._ ._..._-_...._„ Transferred from sewer house connec- tions deposits January 1 to March 11, 1936, ..__.......__......._..._.... _ . �. ... ...„ Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list, ....., 3233.55 82.26 $103.34 82.26 130.21 $315.81 $315.81 SEWER HOUSE CONNECTION -DEPOSITS On hand January 1, 1935, ..___..._.T_.._ Deposits, ....� .._..� _ _.._ _._. Transferred to sewer house connection, accounts receivable, Refunded to depositors, On hand December 31, 1935, _.._ ...._ ........ On hand January 1, 1936, _,....,. „, „....... .... Deposita January 1 to March 11, 1936, Transferred to sewer house connections, accounts receivable, January 1 to March 11, 1936, ..... _..._ _..._.._ _._ Refunded to depositors January 1 to March 11, 1936,_.._.....�___.._..._...�_.._..... On hand March 11, 1936, per list, .._„. $115.00 1,675.90 $1,512.24 80.87 197.79 $197.79 251.00 $82.26 12.40 354.13 PUBLIC WELFARE DEPARTMENT Accounts Receivable William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, Commitment November 20 to December 31, 1935, ....._..__..._... ....,..„..„ ........ �.._........ Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, Outstanding December 31, 1935, _. $18,847.54 1.00 $8,542.14 5,306.40 $1,790.90 $1,790.90 $448.79 $448.79 $13,848.54 $13,848.54 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS 271 Outstanding January 1, 1936, .....-..._.--_. $5,306.40 Commitment January 1 to March 11, 1936, __..__.. ._.......___.. 1,972.74 Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936, ..... --...W............. Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list, ..._. $1,120.28 6,158.86 BUREAU OF OLD AGE ASSISTANCE Accounts Receivable William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, ...... Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, .. .........._...._ $91.67 Outstanding December 31, 1935, 1,356.11 Outstanding January 1, 1936, _.._..—._..... Abatements January 1 to March 11, $.83 Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list, _ 1,355.28 STATE AID Accounts Receivable Outstanding January 1, 1935, ................_._. Charges 1935, ... _......._�..._..�..._... Payments to treasurer 1935, __ ... _ ....,... Outstanding December 31, 1935, .....—._..... Outstanding January 1, 1936, _....,........,_.. Charges January 1 to March 11, 1936, Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list, MILITARY AID Accounts Receivable Outstanding January 1, 1935, Charges 1935, ....... _ ... .........._... _ $106.00 108.00 $112.00 102.00 $102.00 66.00 $90.00 60.00 Payments to treasurer 1935, _____ $55.00 $7,279.14 $7,279.14 $1,447.78 $1,447.78 $1,356.11 $1,356.11 $214.00 $214.00 $168.00 $168.00 272 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Abatements 1935, ...._.........._.._...._... _....... .. Outstanding December 31, 1935 and March 11, 1936, 75.00 20.00 SCHOOL DEPARTMENT Accounts Receivable William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935 _.....,, _..._.. ....,..__.. Outstanding December 31, 1935, ........ Outstanding January 1, 1936, . Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936, -. _._...._...._...,.. ... Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list, .. $5,031.60 6,194.89 $6,159.89 SCHOOL DEPARTMENT Miscellaneous Receipts Receipts 1935: Hall rentals, Sale of stamps, Telephone calls, ..... ..... Saleof paper, ....._....._..._....__.._...._..__....... ... Lostbooks, ....._..._...._._._.......__........ _...,,... Sale of pencils, ....._.._....__........_..__.....,..:.... Manual training, _....... .............,,.,... �. Miscellaneous, _ Payments to treasurer 1935, Receipts January 1 to May 5, 1936: Hall rentals, ....._....._.._...._.._..,.... ...._ .._ Telephone calls, ....._..,... _...._.._...._.. _..._... Lostbooks, _ ....................,,...._..._..._.._...._.._ Pencils, ....._..._...._.... ............._.. ..._...._.._ Mimeographing, ..........._..__...._..._......,............,, $150.00 Payments to treasurer January 1 to May5, 1936, ....._._._ ..........................,,..._.... 35.00 $138.00 1.25 3.18 11.56 16.98 5.00 64.65 .64 $24.00 .90 .82 3.00 10.75 $150.00 $11,226.49 $11,226.49 $6,194.89 $6,194.89 $241.26 $241.26 $39.47 $39.47 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS 273 MISCELLANEOUS ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, ....- Commitment November 20 to December 31, 1935, .._...._......_._.........._.................,...,.. Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, _..._.. .._......_._......._... Outstanding December 31, 1935, ....... Outstanding January 1, 1936, Commitment January 1 to March 11, 1936, ....._._._...._..__...._...._.._.....,.. Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936, _.._.........._...._..-._...___.... Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list, $4.00 29.00 $6.00 27.00 $27.00 101.00 $124.00 4.00 WATER RATES -1935 AND PRIOR William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, $10,631.92 Commitment November 20 to Decem- ber 31, 1935, ._._........._ ._......._._...._...-. 5,956.34 Duplicate payments, refunded, _.._...._._47.17 Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, ... _.._ ..__._...._.._ Transferred to water liens November 20 to December 31, 1935, ... .................... Outstanding December 31, 1935, ............ Outstanding January 1, 1936, . Duplicate payments, refunded, Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936, .-....._... . _.. __...__ Abatements January 1 to March 11, 1936, ....._._.._........__..._......_.._...._.__...._... ._...._ _ Transferred to water liens January 1 to March 11, 1936, ..__ ^.._...__._...._.._, Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list, _ $7,297.11 537.42 8,800.90 $8,800.90 3.75 $4,666.39 189.23 98.09 3,850.94 $33.00 $33.00 $128.00 $128.00 $16,635.43 $16,635.43 $8,804.65 $8,804.65 274 TOWN OF LEXINGTON WATER RATES -1936 William S. Scamman, Collector Commitment January 1 to March 11, 1936, W_...,_... ..... __ _ -.._.- $17,065.70 Duplicate payment, refunded, _______ 4.95 Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936 $7,630.08 Abatements January 1 to March 11, 11.25 Outstanding March 11, 1936 per list, ._. 9,429.32 $17,070.65 $17,070.65 WATER GUARANTEES -ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, ._. Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, __________ $241.80 Abatements November 20 to Decem- ber 31, 1935, _..._._.__...._.-..__-.. 433.50 Outstanding December 31, 1935, ___ 9,091.08 Outstanding January 1, 1936„.... ... Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936, __..._ Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list, __ $447.54 8,643.54 $9,766.38 $9,766.38 $9,091.08 $9,091.08 WATER SERVICES -ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, w... Outstanding December 31, 1935 and March 11, 1936, .....__-__..-___._____.._ $206.12 $206.12 WATER MISCELLANEOUS -ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, ...... $1,062.93 Commitment November 20 to Decem- ber 31, 1935, ._-._.._._..__.__..._.._____ 759.45 Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, .____..-._._._.. $58.88 $1,822.38 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS 275 Abatements November 20 to December 31, 1935, _.._.. ..._..__ ..---.._.._ ....... Outstanding December 31, 1935, _.._._._--- 759.45 1,004.05 Outstanding January 1, 1936, _.._...___..... $1,004.05 Commitment January 1 to March 11, 1936, ... _...... _._...._...__.._....___.__..._ .. 42.78 Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936, -._..._.—._...._.._...._.. ... Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list, $9.79 1,037.04 $1,822.38 $1,046.83 $1,046.83 WATER HOUSE CONNECTIONS—ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, __ $98.53 Commitment November 20 to Decem- Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, .....__ .............. Transferred from water house connec- tion deposits November 20 to Decem- ber 31, 1935, . _._ ..... Outstanding December 31, 1935, .............. Outstanding January 1, 1936, _...W..._._..... Commitment January 1 to March 11, 1936, _........__._...._..__..._...._ _...._. Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936, ........m._M..__ ..._.._... Transferred from water house con- nection deposits January 1 to March 11, 1936, ._ ..............._ _ .. Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list - 690.87 276 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, ..... _...._..... .__....... _ ..... Outstanding December 31, 1935, $14.42 888.96 Outstanding January 1, 1936, ..... $888.96 Commitment January 1 to March 11, 1936, ..................................._...._....__........_.__...._.._ 106.09 Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936, ..._............._..... .............,.... Abatements January 1 to March 11, 1936, ....._...._.__...._...—.._......._._...._..__...._...._ ....,... Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list, _ $253.73 15.50 725.82 $903.38 $995.05 $995.05 WATER HOUSE CONNECTIONS—DEPOSITS On hand January 1, 1935, . $37.20 1,424.95 $789.40 Transferred to water house connections accounts receivable, _.... $81.09 Refunded to depositors, . On hand December 31, 1935, _...... _..... 521.32 186.99 $789.40 $1,108.29 107.80 246.06 On hand January 1, 1936, ....._...._...,_............ $246.06 Deposits January 1 to March 11, 1936, 72.00 $186.99 Transferred to water house connections accounts receivable January 1 to 180.24 March 11, 1936, .. ................_...._...._............._.... $367.23 Refunded to depositors January 1 to March 11, 1936, ...... ....._..._........ .._........ -_. $64.08 On hand March 11, 1936, per list, 116.69 186.46 WATER LIENS William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, .._.. Commitment November 20 to Decem- ber 31, 1935, _ .._........_ ... ,...._...,.... ...,...... $349.96 553.42 $367.23 $903.38 $116.69 65.17 136.20 $1,462.15 $1,462.15 $318.06 $318.06 CEMETERY DEPARTMENT—ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE Munroe Cemetery William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, .... Commitment November 20 to Decem- ber 31, 1935, ..._...._..._.._...._._._...._..—.._...._.. $265.50 538.98 Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, .__...._..__...._..—......._... $347.49 $804.48 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS 277 Abatements November 20 to Decem- ber 31, 1935, _......,,„... ........_ __...... Commitment reported in error, __.._ Outstanding December 31, 1935, _______ Outstanding January 1, 1936, _......... Commitment January 1 to March 11, 1936, _..._....___...._._„...,.... _..,.,•.._ .._ __.._..... Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936, . Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list, 145.50 254.49 57.00 $57.00 186.00 $186.00 57.00 $804.48 $243.00 $243.00 CEMETERY DEPARTMENT—ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE Westview Cemetery William S. Scamman, Collector Recommitment November 20, 1935, Commitment November 20 to December 31, 1935, _._ _.._....__.-..._.._ ......._.. Payments to treasurer November 20 to December 31, 1935, ...__...._..._....,.....___...._---- Outstanding December 31, 1935, ..........„..... Outstanding January 1, 1936, ...._ Commitment January 1 to March 11, 1936,....._.._..........__...._......................_...._.._...._.._. Payments to treasurer January 1 to March 11, 1936, __._........ Outstanding March 11, 1936, per list,.... $2,056.80 613.75 $2,670.55 $1,112.25 1,558.30 $2,670.55 $1,558.30 278 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 1935 Receipts Payments Income, ... . _ ......... $60.14 Deposited in savings $60.14 bank, „...,,,.... ......... ..., $38.47 Expenditures, 21.67 $60.14 HARRIET R. GILMORE CHARITY FUND In Custody of Trustees of Public Trust Savings Deposits Total On hand at beginning of year 1935, ....._._ ......._ $544.13 On hand at end of year 1935, .....„..„„..........._............... $560.56 1935 Receipts Payments Income, $16.43 Deposited in savings $544.13 $560.56 $16.43 JONAS GAMMELL CHARITY FUND In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts Savings Deposits $554.86 $541.66 On hand at beginning of year 1935, _ On hand at end of year 1935, _..._... ..... ......... .... Total $554.86 $541.66 822.00 1935 $2,380.30 Receipts Payments Withdrawn from say- Expenditures, ________ $29.95 $328.00 ings deposits, ...._......_ $13.20 Income, 16.75 2,052.30 $2,380.30 ELEANOR S. BEALS CHARITY FUND In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts Savings Deposits Total On hand at beginning of year 1935, —..- $2,001.42 $2,001.42 On hand at end of year 1935, ..... .._..._.. ....... .._...__ $2,039.89 $2,039.89 $29.95 $29.95 LEXINGTON HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUND In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts Savings Securities Deposits Par Value Total On hand at beginning of year 1935 _ $22.71 $225.00 $247.71 On hand at end of year 1935, _______ $93.39 $155.00 $248.39 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS 279 1935 Receipts Payments Income, _________ $.68 Deposited in savings Payment on loan, ... ... 70.00 bank, $70.68 $70.68 $70.68 HALLIE C. BLAKE PRIZE FUND In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts Securities Par Value Total On hand at beginning of year 1935, _________ $1,000.00 $1,000.00 On hand at end of year 1935, _ . _._.._. $1,000.00 $1,000.00 1935 Receipts Payments Income, ,... ...„,... ........... ..., 50.00 Expenditures, _..._....._ GEORGE O. SMITH PARK FUND In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts 50.00 Savings Securities Deposits Par Value Total On hand at beginning of year 1935, ... $680.95 $2,000.00 $2,680.95 On hand at end of year 1935, ................. $576.29 $2,000.00 $2,576.29 1935 Receipts Payments Sale of securities, _._... Withdrawn from sav- ings deposits, ---.– Income, _.._....__._ _ $2,000.00 Purchase of securities, $2,000.00 Expenditures, 185.00 104.66 80.34 $2,185.00 $2,185.00 BATTLE GREEN FUND In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts Savings Deposits $739.90 $762.12 On hand at beginning of year 1935, _______ On hand at end of year 1935, .—._..._........... Total $739.90 $762.12 1935 Receipts Payments Income, ....._..._._.._..._r. $22.22 Deposited in savings bank, —.._.._ r_..„ _ . $22.22 280 TOWN OF LEXINGTON EDITH C. REDMAN BATTLE GREEN FUND In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts Savings Deposits Total On hand at beginning of year 1935, $500.00 $500.00 On hand at end of year 1935, .......„.._.,..„ ............._..._$500.00 $500.00 1935 Receipts Payments Income, $15.11 Transferred to town, ... $15.11 HAYES FOUNTAIN FUND In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts Savings Deposits Total On hand at beginning of year 1935, ....._...._.... .._..._ $1,133.10 $1,133.10 On hand at end of year 1935, ...__..„.................._ $1,167.32 $1,167.32 Receipts Income, 1935 Payments $34.22 Deposited in savings bank, ......... ...„......„..„.,,.„.. $34.22 WILLIAM AUGUSTUS TOWER MEMORIAL PARK FUND In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts Savings Securities Deposits Par Value Total On hand at beginning of year 1935, ... $2,000.00 $8,000.00 $10,000.00 On hand at end of year 1935, ..... $2,000.00 $8,000.00 $10.000.00 1935 Receipts Payments Income, ,,.,...„...._...._... .._.. $460.00 Transferred to town, ,,, $460.00 GEORGE W. TAYLOR FLAG FUND In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts Savings Deposits On hand at beginning of year 1935, $1,209.00 On hand at end of year 1935, . $2,263.27 Total $1,209.00 $2,263.27 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS 281 Receipts Income, . _............ _.._...._.. Bequest, ,......_....... �............ Accrued interest on be- quest, _ _...._.. _..._... 1935 Payments $36.55 Deposited in savings 800.00 bank, $1,054.27 217.72 $1,054.27 $1,054.27 GEORGE W. TAYLOR TREE FUND In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts Savings Deposits On hand at beginning of year 1935, ................... $1,209.00 On hand at end of year 1935, ,,....._.....,.._..__ $2,263.27 Receipts Income, ..........._.....,..........,._.. Bequest, ......... ........__. Accrued interest on be - bequest, ..,.._ ......_. _...._ 1935 Total $1,209.00 $2,263.27 Payments $36.55 Deposited in savings 800.00 bank, ....................._.....,..._. $1,054.27 217.72 $1,054.27 $1,054.27 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 1935, ... $597.39 $2,000.00 $2,597.39 On hand at end of year 1935, .._......_.._. $549.94 $2,000.00 $2,549.94 Receipts Withdrawn from sav- ings deposits, .. Income, _ ................m_........ 1935 Payments Deposited in savings $148.75 bank, . $101.30 101.30 Expenditures, 94.00 Due from Charles E. French, Colonial Cemetery Fund, ...._- 54.75 $250.05 $250.05 282 TOWN OF LEXINGTON CHARLES E. FRENCH COLONIAL CEMETERY FUND In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts On hand at beginning of year 1935, ,.. On hand at end of year 1935, ... .._..... Receipts Sale of securities, ..._... Due Charles E. French School Medal Fund, _. 1935 Savings Securities Deposits Par Value $54.63 $2,000.00 $152.06 $2,000.00 Payments $1,000.00 Purchase of securities, 97.43 Deposited in savings bank, 54.75 Premium on securities purchased, ___...._...._..... Accrued interest on securities purchased, $1,152.18 Total $2,054.63 $2,152.06 $1,000.00 97.43 53.00 1.75 $1,152.18 CEMETERY PERPETUAL. CARE FUNDS— COLONIAL CEMETERY In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts Savings Deposits On hand at beginning of year 1935, .._... . _.. $1,901.55 On hand at end of year 1935, . _. ....... $1,908.25 Receipts Income, 1935 Payments $56.70 Deposited in savings $56.70 Total $1,901.55 $1,908.25 $6.70 Transferred to town, ... 50.00 $56.70 CEMETERY PERPETUAL CARE FUNDS—MUNROE CEMETERY In Custody of Trustees of Public Trusts Savings Deposits Total On hand at beginning of year 1935, .,_...T_.._..__.._. $31,230.85 $31,230.85 On hand at end of year 1935, $31,643.60 $31,643.60 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS 1935 Receipts Withdrawn from sav- ings bank, .....».. $1,200.00 Income, ....._....,.. ..... 908.26 Accrued income on be- quest54.49 Bequests, ------- 650.00 On hand On hand Payments Deposited in savings bank, _.._... __..._._ ...... Transferred to town, _ 283 $1,612.75 1,200.00 $2,812.75 $2,812.75 CEMETERY PERPETUAL CARE FUNDS— WESTVIEW CEMETERY In Custody of Library Trustees Savings Deposits Total at beginning of year 1935, ..,».........,...... $18,080.93 $18,080.93 at end of year 1935, . .._....__._..._._. $17,195.95 $17,195.95 Receipts Withdrawn from sav- ings bank, .__...»._...__ Income, _ _ .. ...__.. Bequests, _.........—_.- 1935 $2,500.00 496.57 1,118.45 Payments Deposited in savings bank, .............,.-,..»........... $1,615.02 Transferred to town, _ 2,500.00 $4,115.02 $4,115.02 SAMUEL J. BRIDGE CHARITY FUND In Custody of Trustees of Bridge Charitable Fund Savings Securities Deposits Par Value Total On hand at beginning of year 1935, _ $317.45 $4,000.00 $4,317.45 On hand at end of year 1935, - - ......._ $286.19 $4,000.00 $4,286.19 1935 Receipts Sale of securities, ..... $1,000.00 Withdrawn from sav- ings bank, ___...__.31.26 Income, _—._,............_160.02 Transferred from Gerry Fund, 68.72 Payments Purchase of securities, $1,000.00 Expenditures, .__._.__...._... 260.00 $1,260.00 $1,260.00 284 TOWN OF LEXINGTON ELIZABETH B. GERRY CHARITY FUND In Custody of Bridge Charitable Fund Savings Securities Deposits Par Value Total On hand at beginning of year 1935 ..._. $1,180.26 $1,100.00 $2,280.26 On hand at end of year 1935 $1,180.26 $1,100.00 *2,280.00 1935 Receipts Payments Sale of securities, ............ $100.00 Purchase of securities, _. $100.00 Income, .._...._.__._...__...,„._ 68.72 Transferred to Bridge Charitable Fund, .... ... 68.72 $168.72 $168.72 CARY MEMORIAL LIBRARY GENERAL FUND In Custody of Library Trustees Savings Securities Deposits Par Value Total 1935, $223.54 $11,000.00 $11,223.54 $223.54 $11,000.00 $11,223.54 $223.54 $11,000.00 $11,223.54 $223.54 $11,000.00 $11,223.54 Payments On hand at beginning of year On hand October 31, 1935 ,..._ On hand December 31, 1935 ..._ On hand April 30, 1936, .._._.... Receipts John E. Gilcreast, Treasurer January 1 to October 31, 1935 Sale of securities, .....»... $1,000.00 Purchase of securities, $1,000.00 384.35 Transferred to library trustees, ..... .................. 401.46 40.00 Premium on securities purchased _____ 20.00 Accrued interest on se- curities purchased, ... 2.89 Income, Premium on securities sold, ....._..—....._......._..._ $1,424.35 $1,424.35 Frederic L. Fischer, Treasurer November 1 to December 31, 1935 Income, ..,..».._ $145.29 Transferred to library trustees, _..._......_ $145.29 January 1 to April 30, 1936 Income, _._...._ _.._..... $192.50 Transferred to library trustees, ......._.._...._..—... $192.50 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS 285 ROBBINS LIBRARY FUND In Custody of Library Trustees On hand at beginning of year 1935, On hand October 31, 1935 ....._.__...»... » On hand December 31, 1935, .... ._...., On hand April 30, 1936, .............»......_.._ Income, Receipts Savings Deposits Total $100.00 $100.00 $100.00 $100.00 $100.00 $100.00 $100.00 $100.00 Payments John E. Gilcreast, Treasurer January 1 to October 31, 1935 Transferred to library $3.02 trustees, ..._..._........._...._.._. $3.02 $3.02 Frederic L. Fischer, Treasurer November 1 to December 31, 1935 No transactions $3.02 WELLINGTON LIBRARY FUND In Custody of Library Trustees Savings Deposits On hand at beginning of year 1935, ....— --»• $1,077.18 On hand October 31, 1935, ....._._......_.. _..._...._ ....»... .... $1,077.18 On hand December 31, 1935, . $1,077.18 On hand April 30, 1936, $1,077.18 Total $1,077.18 $1,077.18 $1,077.18 $1,077.18 Receipts Payments John E. Gilcreast, Treasurer January 1 to October 31, 1935 Income, ......_..._...._._._...._... ... $13.44 Transferred to library trustees, ....._._.».......»........___...$13.44 Income, Frederic L. Fischer, Treasurer November 1 to December 31, 1935 $13.44 Transferred to library trustees, _......»............_ $13.44 286 TOWN OF LEXINGTON BEALS LIBRARY FUND In Custody of Library Trustees Securities Par Value On hand at beginning of year 1935, ....._ _. . $1,100.00 On hand October 31, 1935, ... . ._.,. _ ., $1,100.00 On hand December 31, 1935, ____________ $1,100.00 On hand April 30, 1936, _............_._..m..._ _ ... $1,100.00 Receipts Payments John E. Gilcreast, Treasurer January 1 to October 31, 1935 Income, ............. ..,, ............ $60.50 Transferred to library trustees, ....._.....»..... Frederic L. Fischer, Treasurer November 1 to December 31, 1935 No Transactions Total $1,100.00 $1,100.00 $1,100.00 $1,100.00 $60.50 January 1 to April 30, 1936 Income, ._._._.___...._ __...__ _ $90.25 Transferred to library trustees, $30.25 LAURA M. BRIGHAM LIBRARY FUND In Custody of Library Trustees Savings Securities Deposits Par Value On hand at beginning of year 1935, ...... $525.00 $2,500.00 On hand October 31, 1935, _______ $525.00 $2,500.00 On hand December 31, 1935, ..... $525.00 $2,500.00 On hand April 30, 1936, ....._.._...._.__..._.. $525.00 $2,500.00 Total $3,025,00 $3,025.00 $3,025.00 $3,025.00 Receipts Payments John E. Gilcreast, Treasurer January I to October 31, 1935 Income, _ ..._ $39.06 Transferred to library trustees, ________ ..... _ $39.06 Income, — Frederic L. Fischer, Treasurer November 1 to December 31, 1935 $ 89.06 Transferred to library trustees, .... _..__ ____ $89.06 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS LIBRARY BOOK FUND In Custody of Library Trustees 287 Securities Par Value Total On hand at beginning of year 1935 _......._.._...... $1,000.00 $1,000.00 On hand October 31, 1935, ... _..._..._.__...._.. ..»....._... $1,000.00 $1,000.00 On hand December 31, 1935, ......,.... _....„... _ ._.... _ _ $1,000.00 $1,000.00 On hand April 30, 1936, .. .. ............ ,......._..... $1,000.00 $1,000.00 Receipts Payments John E. Gilcreast, Treasurer January 1 to October 31, 1935 Income, ..... ........„.. r.. $25.00 Transferred to library trustees, .......... $25.00 Income, Frederic L. Fischer, Treasurer November 1 to December 31, 1935 $25.00 Transferred to Iibrary trustees, ......._.... $25.00 GOODWIN MUSICAL COLLECTION LIBRARY FUND In Custody of Library Trustees On hand at beginning of year 1935, ...... .. On hand October 31, 1935, _._...._. _........__.._..._... ..., On hand December 31, 1935, _... .... ....,..........., On hand April 30, 1936, ....... . _ . _ ....._ ....,.. _ Savings Deposits $525.00 $525.00 $525.00 $525.00 Receipts Payments John E. Gilcreast, Treasurer January 1 to October 31, 1935 Total $525.00 $525.00 $525.00 $525.00 Income, .......,... _ .. ...» $15.86 Transferred to library trustees, ............. .. $15.86 Frederic L. Fischer, Treasurer November 1 to December 31, 1935 No Transactions 288 TOWN OF LEXINGTON ALICE BUTLER CARY LIBRARY FUND In Custody of Library Trustees On hand at beginning of year 1935, ... On hand October 31, 1935, _.........__. On hand December 31, 1935, _.._...._..._ On hand April 30, 1936, ....._....__.._....,.. Savings Securities Deposits Par Value Total $440.00 $2,000.00 $2,440.00 $440.00 $2,000.00 $2,440.00 $440.00 $2,000.00 $2,440.00 $440.00 $2,000.00 $2,440.00 Receipts Payments January 1 to October 31, 1935 John E. Gilcreast, Treasurer Income, ._..„.........„......„»...,.,,... $41.75 Transferred, to library trustees, ........... $41.75 Income, November 1 to December 31, 1935 Frederic L. Fischer, Treasurer $5.50 Transferred to library trustees, .......... ..._... _... $5.50 January 1 to April 30, 1936 Income, ...........__........_.._.,....,... $17.50 Transferred to library trustees, $17.50 MARIA CARY LIBRARY FUND In Custody of Library Trustees On hand at beginning of year 1935, ........._......,, _... On hand October 31, 1935, ... _..._... .._.,. _ _.... On hand December 31, 1935, .... On hand April 30, 1936, ..__....,...._..., .......................... Savings Deposits Total $354.31 $354.31 $354.31 $354.31 Receipts Payments January 1 to October 31, 1935 John E. Gilcreast, Treasurer Income, .__......_._...........__...._..... $10.70 Transferred to library November 1 t December 31, 1935 Frederic L. Fischer, Treasurer No Transactions $354.31 $354.31 $354.31 $354.31 $10.70 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS 289 JANE PHJNNEY LIBRARY FUND In Custody of Library Trustees On hand at beginning of year 1935, On hand October 31, 1935, ....._...._.... _ On hand December 31, 1935, ,...._..._....__ On hand April 30, 1936, . Savings Deposits $124.19 $124.19 $124.19 $124.19 Total $124.19 $124.19 $124.19 $124.19 Receipts Payments John E. Gilcreast, Treasurer January 1 to October 31, 1935 Transferred to library Income, ...... ............. ....... $1.50 trustees, ....... ............ $1.50 Frederic L. Fischer, Treasurer November 1 to December 31, 1935 Income, $1.50 Transferred to library trustees, $1.50 PAULINA BURBANK PIERCE LIBRARY FUND In Custody of Library Trustees Savings Deposits On hand at beginning of year 1935..............................$1,000.00 On hand October 31, 1935, ....._..._........ _ .................... $1,000.00 On hand December 31, 1935, _..._........„ ................_...._... $1,000,00 On hand April 30, 1936, ....._...._...._..._ .........................._.._. $1,000.00 Receipts Payments John E. Gilcreast, Treasurer January 1 to October 31, 1935 $30.00 Transferred to library trustees, .............................. $30.00 Income, ._.._.... Income, Total $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 Frederic L. Fischer, Treasurer November 1 to December 31, 1935 No Transactions January 1 to April 30, 1936 $15.00 Transferred to library trustees, $15.00 290 TOWN OE LEXINGTON Balance Sheet — December 31, 1935 GENERAL ACCOUNTS Assets Cash: General, . ......................._..,..,...._...._.... ... $179,266.61 Petty Cash Advance: Collector, _.... Cary Memorial Library, Accounts Receivable: Taxes: Poll: Levy of 1934, ...._._..... $648.00 1,412.00 Personal: Levy of 1934, .,.._ .._...._ ._...._._ $56.10 Levy of 1935, ......... _ 2,363.93 Real Estate: Levy of 1934, .. $4,001.84 Levy of 1935, 219,892.93 Motor Vehicle Excise Taxes: Levy of 1934, ..........„_.... Levy of 1935, _...,........,,,.,....... . 100.00 $179,366.61 2,102.61 $2,060.00 2,420.03 223,894.77 228,374.80 $589.14 5,396.71 Special Assessments: Sewer: Unapportioned, ..._......_.._ $2,927.07 Added to taxes 1934, ....... ..... 208.79 Added to taxes 1935, — ..... ...,.,....... 1,368.20 Highway Betterments: Added to taxes 1935, _.._—.._._.. .. 2,967.81 Sidewalks: Added to taxes 128.39 Water: Unapportioned1,344.34 Added to taxes 1935, _..,........_....... .. .__.. 298.09 5,985.85 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS Balance Sheet - December 31, 1935 GENERAL ACCOUNTS Liabilities and Reserves Temporary Loans: In Anticipation of Revenue, _..._.._.._...._..._ $250,000.00 In Anticipation of Reimbursement, 12,000.00 Cary Memorial Library, ,... _.....,.._ _...._... Veterans' Memorial Fund, ..._....._...__ Byron C. Earle -Cash Account, .. .._....____.... Tailings, _________ ........ ......_ _.... Perpetual Care Funds -Westview Cemetery, .... ..........__....,.,,.. .......... ....... Sale of Cemetery Lots Fund -Westview Cemetery, _._...._..__._...._.__.... _ .._...._..__...._ Colonial Cemetery Funds -Income, Munroe Cemetery Funds -Income, ..., Westview Cemetery Funds -Income, ._....._ Dog Licenses Due County, _____________ Sewer House Connection Deposits, _____ Water House Connection Deposits, ________ MiscellaneousDeposits, _......,...._...,..,... Sewer Assessment Fund, __.._...._..._ Water Assessment Fund, .................___._.... Water Department ----Available Surplus, _... Sewer Construction Loan Fund -P. W. A. Project No. 2066, __._...._.__..... .._...._.. _..._... Water Standpipe Loan Fund -P. W. A. Project No. 2263, ....._..._......_._...._.._..._....___.. Unexpended Balances: Collector's Department Binding, _._._........._ $136.00 Foreclosures and Redemption of Tax Titles, _ ._...._ ....... _ ......_.. ..._..._... 1,752.68 Fire Alarm Boxes, ......,..._....,............ _ ........_ 13.00 Stock -Sewer Department, .__..___-.._..._._,.__..._ 472.34 Sewer Construction -Sundry Streets, 456.17 Sewer Construction -Taft and Tarbell Avenues, 196.86 Sewer Construction -Trunk Line, 629.00 Sewer Trunk Line Repairs, .-._..._ 517.04 Drain Construction -Mill Brook _.._...,.,__ 377.34 Survey of Drainage Areas, ..... .....__..._..... 3,929.86 291 $262,000.00 2,102.61 3,617.89 74.43 96.10 35.50 3,065.68 1.54 123.33 782.38 8.40 197.79 246.06 77.00 3,683.93 1,653.83 8,165.43 3,259.88 7,393.91 292 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Committed Interest: Sewer1934,....._.............._..._........._...._..,,,,,..._..... Sewer1935, ..... _....... ..._....... _._...._...... _............ Highway Betterments 1935, ___ ................_ Sidewalk 1935, Water 1935, Tax Departmental: Health, Public Welfare, , Old Age Assistance, State Aid, . Military Aid, School, ....._..............._._........................._ Munroe Cemetery 97.34 465.32 1,040.40 32.33 97.45 $1,741.85 5,306.40 1,356.11 102.00 20.00 6,194.89 27.00 57.00 Westview Cemetery, ....._.......... __.......... ....._..... ....... _... 1,558.30 Sewer: Maintenance, ................................_.........._.._..................... $1,268.42 House Connections, ....... ..................... 233.55 Water: Rates, Guarantees, Services, ......... ......... _.._...._...._........................ ._...._.......... _ Miscellaneous, House Connections, Liens,........._......,.................._...._.._._...._,....,.......,.,...__.._, Liens Added to Taxes 1935, ..........._.........._ State Aid to Highways: LincolnStreet, . ...-...-..................,....._.........._......._... Pleasant -Watertown Streets, $8,800.90 9,091.08 206.12 1,004.05 186.99 888.96 39.37 $10,041.06 3,390.05 County Aid to Highways: Lincoln Street, . ........ ._...,.._.. _...._..._... $3,878.16 Pleasant -Watertown Streets, ..__...,,.,.._ .._..... 1,130.02 10,975.53 79,049.00 16,363.55 1,501.97 20,217.47 13,431.11 5,008.18 $562,376.68 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS 293 Highway Construction --Gleason Road No. 1, _...._.........._...._...__..._....__.._...._...._.... 222.23 Highway Construction—Lincoln Street, 24,871.83 Highway Construction --Pleasant and Watertown Streets, _.............. 558.95 Drain Construction—Haskell and Lowell Streets, ....................._ ............. 324.14 Sidewalk Construction, ..................... _________ 499.05 Public Works—Labor, Materials and Expenses—W. P. A. Projects, ....._............_1,659.76 Skating Area—Center Playground, Labor, Material and Expenses W. P. A. Project, ................_...._...._...._...._,.................._ 1,100.00 Permanent Memorial Committee, ....._.. ...._800.00 Stock -Water Department, 2,910.53 Water Construction—Sundry Streets, ....,.,... 1,731.50 Water Construction—Pinewood and SummitRoad, ..... ............................ _...._......... ..... 868.30 Water Construction—Taft Avenue, Cherry and Cary Street, .....__.. _............_......._ 469.98 Water Construction—Bedford and Massachusetts Avenue, ....._..............._...._..... 39.51 Reserve Fund—Overlay Surplus, _..._........_._..... Overlay Reserved for Abatements Levyof 1934, .............,.._...._............_-._...... ..._...._..... $2,920.70 Levyof 1935, ........._........ ..__.._........ .......................... 4,302.08 Revenue Reserved Until Collected: Motor Vehicle Excise Tax, _...._....__ ............... $5,985.85 Special Assessment: Sewer, ......... _...._..._.._...._..._.._..... $4,504.06 Highway Betterment, ..,.,.... 2,967.81 Sidewalk, .... ........_., .....,,..........,,. 128.39 Water, _._...._..__.,.,,,.. ............... 1,642.43 Committed Interest, ....._..... 1,732.84 10,975.53 Tax Title, 79,049.00 Departmental, _ 16,363.55 Sewer,........._._...._...._..............................,_........._.........__1,501.97 Water: Water, $19,289.14 Liens, ...... ................ ............... _._..... ...._ 928.33 Surplus Revenue, 20,217.47 44,531.07 597.51 7,222.78 134,093.37 79,346.26 $562,376.68 294 TOWN OF LEXINGTON DEFERRED REVENUE ACCOUNTS Apportioned Assessments Not Due: Sewer, ..._ ._...._ _...._..._......_...._......_.. _._.....__..._. .._... _ $15,516.85 Highway, 38,295.01 Sidewalk,560.17 Water, _....,... ..,,_... _ .........__..._...—_...._.._...._... _.._..... 5,038.50 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS 295 296 TOWN OF LEXINGTON DEFERRED REVENUE ACCOUNTS Apportioned Sewer Assessment Revenue: Due in 1936 . .... ......... _....»..__...._.._.._...._..._..._ $3,035.22 1937, ...__...._...._.._.....,..._ ......__.....».. _..,,2,632.77 1938, ...__...._..._..._ 2,506.70 1939, ...........__ .............._..._...._ .........._ 2,014.68 1940, _...............,...__..........__.._...__1,650.16 1941, ..........».........»..__...._....._.........._. 1,505.02 1942, ....._...._...._..._........_ ......... ..._..._.. 922.94 1943, ..........._..__...._....__.._...._...._ .......... 711.35 1944,.....__.._.......__.............»..,.,.....»...,,.,,....».._385.77 1945, 152.24 $15,516.85 Apportioned Highway Betterment Assessment Revenue: Due in 1936, _......._.........._...._...._... _ $7,030.39 1937, ........._..__.........._..__...._..._m» ....»..» ...».._ 6,892.98 1938, .....»....».._..._.......__......._.._.......__ ....... 6,779.80 1939, ...._...._..._..._......... .._.,..._......,....._.._ 5,228.28 1940, ._.......---_ ._... _...»,,..».._ 4,221.67 1941, .....»_.._...._.__..._...._...._ 3,02'7.93 1942, ...._...-... _ 2,211.19 1943, ....._ ....»..... 1,451.37 1944, ...._.._..._...._..__....... .....,._............._..., 1,451.40 38,295.01 Apportioned Sidewalk Assessment Revenue: Due in 1936, $117.58 1937, ..... .........__........_..._...._.._..._...._111.37 1938, .__......__...._._._..__......... 78.79 1939, 78.79 1940, 78.79 1941, ...._._._....___......_...._...._......» 56.32 1942, 26.02 1943, ...».,,.......__......._........__..._...._.._...... 12.51 560.17 Apportioned Water Assessment Revenue: Duein 1936, ....._...._....,......._.._ ........ ....... ..._ $601.87 1937, ......._.......,. W ..._._........»._ .._... 601.87 1938, _....... ........». ...._...._.......__.._...._. 601.91 1939, ._.._..__...._..._ ..._..._.._........_.._ 596.53 $59,410.53 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS 297 1940, _._ ..............__..............,, ....�........ 591.17 1941, _._..,..... ............ 591.18 1942, ....... _..._...._._...._..__.._. _.._....__._ 591.18 1943, .....__....___.... _ 570.47 1944, .....__.. ..._.........._...._...._ 268.24 24.08 $5,038.50 $59,410.53 298 TOWN OF LEXINGTON DEBT ACCOUNTS Net Funded or Fixed Debt: Inside Debt Limit, - _...._... _..„.... .......................... $232,500.00 Outside Debt Limit, ........__.... __365,000.00 $597,500.00 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS 299 300 TOWN OF LEXINGTON DEBT ACCOUNTS General Loans Inside Debt Limit: New Town Office Building Loan 1928 ...... $27,500.00 Parker School Loan 1919, 12,000.00 School Construction Loan: 1925, .,._...._..__...._....___........__.........._ .._..._... ... 45,000.00 1930, 60,000.00 Adams School Loan 1931, _.._._._.._ __. ..... 36,000.00 Buckman Tavern Park Loan 1913, ...___.._ 8,000.00 Sewer Loans: 1927 _ ..,..........,....._ __........ ... 6,000.00 1927, 12,000.00 1928, .__ .....,...__........_.. _... _.. ....._.. _ ..._ ... _ .... 7,000.00 1931, . 2,000.00 1933, ._....... ..»..._ ...,,... ....._...._._.._.._..__._ 2,000.00 Surface Drainage Loan, ..__....... .._ . _ ......._ 15,000.00 General Loans Outside Debt Limit: School Construction, ,... .._...._ ..._ Sewer Loans: 1915, ....._..__........—......_.. _ ....,...........,.... 1927, ,........__...._._.._...._.._..._..._ Trunk Line Sewer: 1933, .................. $232,500.00 $92,000.00 30,000.00 1,000.00 19,000.00 8,000.00 $150,000.00 Water Loans Outside Debt Limit: 1927, .... _._...._.—..---- ..... „ ,...........„ $14,000.00 1928, ..._...._.._....,....._...._....._..._..... .. __ _ ..... 16,000.00 1929, 18,000.00 1930, 65,000.00 1931, ... ..._ .. W.__. _.......__._..__..____ _.. .._ 33,000.00 1932, _._..._—..._.. ............ ..„ _.._...._.. 8,000.00 1934, . 8,000.00 1935, __...._...____.._. _... 20,000.00 Standpipe Loan 1934, .._.._.._.. „.... „. .... 33,000.00 $150,000.00 $597,500.00 TRUST ACCOUNTS Trust Funds, Cash and Securities: In Custody of: Trustees of Public Trusts, ..__........ .,.......... $79,572.57 Trustees of Bridge Charitable Fund, ...... 6,566.45 Trustees of Cary Memorial Library, ...... 21,989.22 $108,128.24 REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTS TRUST ACCOUNTS Eleanor S. Beals Charity Fund, . Harriet R. Gilmore Charity Fund, ..... _______ Jonas Gammell Charity Fund, ..,......__...._..._.._ Robert P. Clapp School Fund, ...._..»,,...... _...,_.- Lexington High School Scholarship Fund,. - Hallie C. Blake Prize Fund, . George O. Smith Park Fund, .........._...._...._..__...,. Battle Green Fund, . Edith C. Redman Battle Green Fund, Hayes Fountain Fund, ....._..---...._.._...»,,......_.........- William Augustus Tower Memorial ParkFund, ....._..__ ........................._..._.... George W. Taylor Flag Fund, ..... George W. Taylor Tree Fund, ....._..__.._»...._-..._.., Charles E. French School Medal Fund, ... Charles E. French Colonial Cemetery Fund..........._...._...._...._...._ ................ ..._....»_.._..,._...._ Cemetery Perpetual Care Funds: Colonial Cemetery, ._.._...._.._ $1,908.25 Munroe Cemetery, .._._.........._31,643.60 Westview Cemetery, 17,195.95 $2,039,89 560.56 541.66 200.00 248.39 1,000.00 2,576.29 762.12 500.00 1,167.32 10,000.00 2,263.27 2,263.27 2,549.94 301 302 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF TOWN ENGINEER December 31, 1936. To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen: I herewith submit the following report relative to the activities of the Engineering Division during the year 2,152.06 1936: 50,747.80 Samuel J. Bridge Charity Fund, .....»..»»...._,......... . $4,286.19 Elizabeth B. Gerry Charity Fund, 2,280.26 Cary Memorial Library General Fund, ............ $11,243.54 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 Plumley Library Fund, _..._.........._...._...... Paulina Burbank Pierce Library Fund, .._._ 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 $79,572.57 $6,566.45 21,989.22 $108,128.24 HIGHWAY DIVISION Streets Accepted Name of Street From Plymouth Road Richard Road Richard Road Tower Road Tower Road Mass. Avenue Hibbert Street Mass. Avenue To Robbins Road Plymouth Road Beyond Richard Rd. Arlington Length Date of in feet Acceptance 582 March 23,1936 285 March 23, 1936 460 March 23,1936 boundary 230 March 23, 1936 Lines and grades were established for the streets above mentioned and all were constructed excepting Hibbert Street. In addition thereto, plans and estimates were made for the following streets: 1. Robbins Road from Locust Avenue to Lexington Avenue. 2. Grove Street from Simonds Brook to Bedford Line. Lines and/or grades were established for: 1. 305.6 square yards of granolithic sidewalks bor- dering seven properties on Bedford Street. The to- tal frontage thus improved was 490 feet. REPORT OF TOWN ENGINEER 303 2. Curbing along Bedford Street from a point near Elm Avenue to a point near North Lexington Brook. 3. Regrading Spring Street near Shade Street. 4. Construction of a portion of Playground Road. Surveys were completed for: 1. East Street profile and sections from Adams Street to Vine Brook. 2. Grant Street profile and sections from Hayes Lane to East Street. 3. Reed Street profile and sections from Bedford Street to Center Street. 4. Slope areas and stump locations on Lincoln Street from Town property to Marrett Road. 5. Fletcher Avenue grade crossing. 6. Massachusetts Avenue sidewalk grading from • Pleasant Street to Sickle Brook. 7. Pavement areas of and drainage structures in Wal- tham Street from a point 1500 feet northeast of Wachusett Drive to Marrett Road. BOARD OF SURVEY The following work was undertaken for the Board of Selectmen or for Board of Survey purposes: 1. Layout of Diana Lane from Hill Street southeaster- ly and distant 408 feet. 2. Relocation of Blake Avenue. 3. Extension of Blake Avenue through to Merriam Street. 4. Survey for proposed roadway extending along Bos- ton & Maine R. R. property from Merriam Street to Hancock Street. SEWER DIVISION Lines and grades were established for eight inch later- al sewers in the following streets: Name of Street From Length in Feet Vine Brook Road Trunk sewer 347 Taft Avenue Present end 148 304 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Miscellaneous sewer work appears as follows: 1. Labor to the extent of 135 man hours was directed to design a sewer system for the Shawsheen River district. 2. Field surveys and soundings were completed for a sewer design for the Bow Street area. The Sewer Assessment "cost" for 1937 will be $8.507. PLANNING BOARD Topographical surveys were completed and contours were shown on a plan of the Cambridge -Concord Highway extending from Arlington to Lincoln to be used for develop- ment studies. A plan was made showing a suggested development for Canessa and adjoining properties in the area bounded by Massachusetts Avenue, Independence Avenue, Tower Road and Locust Avenue. PARK DIVISION Lines and grades were established for: 1. Skating rink, jumping pits and track at Center Playground. 2. Skating rink at East Lexington Playground. IIRAINAGE MATTERS Lines and grades were established for the installation of thirty-one catch basins, five manholes and 2638 linear feet of storm drainage pipes varying in sizes from 10 in- ches to 24 inches in seven separate streets. In addition thereto, surveys were made of the following: 1. Relocation of Clematis Brook from Pleasant Street to Waltham Street with soundings. 2. Relocation of Vine Brook from Hayes Lane to But- terfield sPond with soundings and sections. 3. Relocation of Sickle Brook from Mass. Avenue to B. & M. R. R. with sections and soundings. 4. Relocation of Mill Brook from Bow Street to Arl- ington boundary with soundings. REPORT OF TOWN ENGINEER 305 5. For profiles of four separate brooks totaling ap- proximately 13,000 feet. Plans and rough estimates of costs were made for ur- gent drainage requirements in six separate locations. TOPOGRAPHICAL SURVEYS This work was completed by W. P. A. labor with the assistance of one of the regular members of the Engineer- ing Division who devoted 85% of his time to this work. 1340 acres were surveyed and 875 of this amount have a1 - ready been plotted on 100 scale plans showing contours at intervals of five feet. In addition thereto, 400 acres have been plotted thus completing 1935 field notes. From the figures above shown, we have determined from accurate records that this crew of five men, four afield and one in the office, completed the field work and resultant plans for approximately eleven and a half acres each day of eight hours. CEMETERY DEPARTMENT Figured fill quantities and set stakes for grading in most southerly lobe of Westview Cemetery and staked out roadway in undeveloped section. ASSESSORS 380 property transfers were checked with our block plan system. 124 man hours work has been directed toward making new block plans in the vicinity of Follen Road and Locust Avenue. TRIANGULATION NETWORK AND TRAVERSE SURVEYS Once again we wish to remind you that for this work we are deeply indebted to Messrs. E. C. Houdlette and C. L. Slocum. We have received voluminous data pertaining to per- manent reference monuments and also a wealth of informa- tion which is most interesting and valuable concerning high water data during the March flood. Another survey is now practically completed, extend- ing along the Lincoln -Lexington boundary from Bedford to Waltham. This data will enable us to easily establish cer- 306 TOWN OF LEXINGTON tain monuments along this boundary line. The law requires that these points be relocated and several have long since fallen from their true positions. GENERAL WORK The services of the Engineering Division were also re- quired in connection with: 1. Approval of Land Court cases. 2. Approval of plans relative to installation of pub- lic utilities. 3. 160 miscellaneous plans for various departments. 4. Street lines and/or grades for 24 property owners. 5. Blasting inspections and photographs for several departments. 6. Land Court calculations for three properties. 7. A vast amount of work concerning W. P. A. projects. 8. Retracing worn land and lotting plans. CONCLUSION The duties of this division have increased greatly in the past eight months. This has been due in some measure to increased activities for new W. P. A. projects involving drainage problems. In addition thereto, we have had many requests from Supt. of Public Works John W. Raymond, Jr. for data per- taining particularly to highways, storm drains and sani- tary sewers. All requests have been for pressing matters and many of them have not yet been studied because of an inadequate engineering force. This may partly be explained by the following reference to the personnel hereinafter mentioned. We are starting the fourth year of continuous work on the topographical survey and plans of the entire town. One of our employees has devoted 85% of his time to this W. P. A. project. Realizing the value of such work to an orderly, healthy growth in the town, we hope to continue to its completion. REPORT OF TOWN ENGINEER 307 Another employee works only part time, averaging about two and one half days for each week. We cannot make satisfactory progress under these con- ditions to be able to anticipate urgent requirements. I there- fore recommend that the personnel of this division be in- creased by obtaining the services of one experienced engin- eer and two rodmen. The present personnel of the Engineering Division with the Town Engineer is : STANLEY A. HIGGINS J. BRUCE LEWIS ALBERT A. MILLER JOHN C. LITCHENBERG LEIGH V. FARNHAM In conclusion, I wish to gratefully acknowledge the as- sistance given to this division by the Town Officials and members of other departments. Respectfully submitted, JOHN T. COSGROVE, Town Engineer. 308 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF FIRE ENGINEERS December 31, 1936 To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen: - The Department answered 349 alarms as follows: BELL ALARMS Automobiles_.._......._._...._..._.._......._.._..._........_............_.._ 1 Barns ..... 4 Cellars......,...» ..................„,...._ ...._...._...._...._.... __...._.........._.. ...._1 Dwellings....._....._....._........._-......_........._... 5 False................„......._......._.._..._.._..._._._...._....___..._..._... ._.... 6 Freight Shed ....._...._............._ 1 Freight Car ..._ 1 Garage 1 Grass......__......._._............._.._............_...._....__.._...._._._...,........_,....,..._.... 10 Henhouse ......... _ 1 Needless....._..._.............._.......».._...,..,.............»....»...,,,..........,,..,..._5 Outbuilding 1 Shack..–.._...-_ .._..._...__....._........,..,...._...._...._..._...._...._..........__.. 1 TarPot_.....................................„„„..._......._.........,...._.............._............- 1 Transformer 1 40 STILL ALARMS Automobiles 9 Awning 1 Bonfire .......... . _.....•• . Cat Rescue__........._._.......»..__...._..._ .................»,,,. 4 CeleryPit..........__.._....._........_..._..._...._..__..._,...,..........„....»1. Cellar Emergency ..... 1 Chimney......._.._...._.... _..,._.. ....................... ......_..__.._...._._... 12 Dump _.....__ 7 ElectricHeater...._.-._...._....._..............................._.._...._.._........ 1 Emergency First Aid -Inhalator .__........._..._...._.._,,,,,„ 1 Emergency Lights ....._..—..._ 2 REPORT OF FIRE ENGINEERS 309 GasStack....._...._...._..__..._...._..__...._...__.._......»...._....__ _...M........ 1 Grass._ _..........._....,....._ _.._.. 172 Haystack_........._...._..._...._....».,.......,...._...._...._........ »....,.._.. _.._..... 8 Horse Rescue -.-.-- 3 Icebox1 LeakingAmmonia ..........................__._............,...,...__...._.. 1 Leaky Oil Tank 1 LockedOut_..............._.......__........,...._.....,..._._......._..._..».,.,.... 3 ManurePile ....._,......_...._.....,..,........_. _...._...._...- 2 Needless 16 Oil Burner 6 Oven_.., ,,..»._...._......._._ ...............,......»_..._... ........,...._..__..._._.. 1 Piazza ....._ 2 Piggery........,,_,...,....»....__......._...._...,..,..._......_ _.... 1 Rubbish.....,..._»..............,....,.....__.._.........._........,...._...._...__..._........._..,,. 4 Shack..._........._...._...._...._._._...._... ....,.............,...— ..._.. ,...,. 3 Sled,,,.._...._...._...._...._....__.,,,......»...,_... - 1 SmokyCellar....._...._,.,...,...._...._..__...._...._....».,,,»..__...._...._ .._..... 4 Smoky Partition ...__...._ 1 SmudgePot ....._....__.._...._._._...,,,..»..._...._...__...._....__..............»..... 1 Tree....._...._...._...._....._._......_-..........__............_......_.................................. 5 WettingDown....._...._..._...._...._.........,,._..»»..._...._...._...._...._......,.... 1 278 MUTUAL AID Arlington.....,........,....._.........._..__..._..,.»....,..,,_....__.._...._...._..._...._...., 5 Carlisle 2 Lowell...__...._..._......................._.._...._...._.................,,....»......,...._ 1 Medford .._.------._...._...._ 2 21 31 The Department was aided by the Arlington Depart- ment once, and by the Waltham Department twice. The estimated Loss per Capita was $1.01. The esti- mated value of buildings involved $286,005.00, and the estimated value of contents was $8,200.97. The estimated loss on Buildings was $9,053.20, and on contents $3,452.97. The amount of Insurance paid on Buildings was $8,908.53 and on contents $2,452.97. 310 TOWN OF LEXINGTON The Department made 4468 inspections of public and mercantile buildings and the usual annual inspection of private dwellings. Sixty four hours of additional duty was performed by the Permanent Men without additional compensation. We wish to thank the Police Department for their prompt and able assistance rendered our Department dur- ing the past year. Respectfully submitted, EDWARD W. TAYLOR NORMAN C. HOOPER EDWARD F. BUTTRICK Board of Engineers. REPORT OF FOREST WARDEN 311 REPORT OF FOREST WARDEN December 31, 1936 TO THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS. Gentlemen : During the past year there were 181 alarms for grass and brush fires. An analysis of probable causes is tabulated as follows : CarelessSmoking ..... _....... ........ ..................... ._..._..... _...__...__..._55 Incinerators ..._._ 5 Locomotives Malicious Mischief 68 Needless_._...._...._..._,..._...._...._...._...._...._.._ _ 4 NoProtection......................._...._..__...._...._...._.,,.......,, .... _8 Rubbish ......,,,. 4 Trees Unknown Wood Piles 5 27 3 181 Although the weather conditions were normal during that portion of the year known as the "Brush Fire Season", the above tabulation shows a decrease of 91 alarms in com- parison to 1935. These fires were extinguished without damage to buildings. Respectfully submitted, EDWARD W. TAYLOR, Forest Warden. 312 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF HEALTH INSPECTOR December 31, 1936. TO THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS. Gentlemen : I herewith submit my annual report for the year end- ing December 31, 1936. The following summary shows the number and charac- ter of complaints, and regular inspections made during the year: No. of No. of Inspections Complaints Swimming Pool 2 0 Offensive Odors in and about -...._...._-_15 8 Sanitary conditions of cellars ..........._4 0 Overflowing cesspools ..-......... ...................._32 16 Garbage Vehicles 31 0 Dumps ....._...._ 16 10 Piggeries....,..,....... .............._...._.... .._........ 52 0 Grocery stores and markets 156 0 Restaurants 52 0 Bakeries ............. 10 0 Hairdressers and Barber Shops 32 0 Miscellaneous....._..._...._..__44 19 All complaints are investigated within twenty-four hours after being registered. During the summer we had no direct complaints from piggeries. The reason for this is that I notified all owners of piggeries to whitewash and disinfect, and the request was complied with. We have had some complaints about flies and bad odors. These nuisances were caused by the spreading of manure on the ground and leaving it longer than it should be left. I have notified all farmers that they must plow it under the REPORT OF HEALTH INSPECTOR 313 same day it is spread, and I shall insist on it being done. It is the unanimous opinion of the Board of Health that this order be carried out and I will do all in my power to see that it is done. By so doing the bad odors and flies will be eliminated. Overflowing cesspools are still a source of trouble and I suppose they will be until sewers are installed. The own- ers have been very willing to co-operate with me in comply- ing with the health rules and regulations by attending to the cesspools when requested to, and for this I wish to thank them. The stores, markets, and restaurants have been very co-operative and realize that the health laws must be obeyed. All meat and fish that is tainted or unfit for use is condemned and destroyed, and all other foods must be protected and kept free from contamination. I wish to remind the residents this year, as I did last year, that tin cans and other refuse should not be dumped along the highways. Strangers coming into town notice neatness and cleanliness more than anything else. I wish to thank the Board of Selectmen and other Town Officers for their co-operation throughout the year. Respectfully submitted, M. STEVENSON, Health Inspector. 314 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF HEALTH OFFICER December 31, 1936. THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen: I submit the following report of my activities as Health Officer for the Town of Lexington from April lst, 1936 to December 31st, 1936. During the nine month period, above mentioned, there were sixty-five visits made for the various purposes of es- tablishing and enforcing quarantines, inspections of pub- lic health menaces and diagnosis of contagious diseases. There has been a marked drop in the total number of contagious diseases reported for the nine month period as compared to the 12 month period of 1935. This decrease has been most marked in the diseases of German Measles, Measles and Scarlet Fever. We have had increases in the number of cases of Chicken Pox, Mumps, and Whooping Cough. I should like to recommend a revision of the rules gov- erning quarantine so that they might be made more specific, thereby correcting the present tendency toward laxity and thus helping to lower the incidence of contagious diseases. I should also like to suggest that a printed form, bearing the regulations of the contagious disease, be sent to the par- ent or householder in each case of contagion reported. The following is a list of contagious diseases reported from April 1, 1936 to December 31, 1936: Whooping Cough Chicken Pox Scarlet Fever Mumps 57 28 98 36 REPORT OF HEALTH OFFICER Measles.._. ......_ _ _..._._.._...._......... _ » .,......._..._..�.__..... 16 German Measles ........... 4 Pulmonary Tuberculosis .......,».,,..._......_...._ ....._........_...___.. 10 Lobar Pneumonia ...__. __.........._.., _____ ..... ____ 4 Dog Bite _..._.._......_.......... 7 Diphtheria ....._..._....... 1 315 Respectfully submitted, HAROLD J. CRUMB, M. D., Health Officer. 316 TOWN OF LEXINGTON LIST OF JURORS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN OF THE TOWN OF LEXINGTON, 1936 Name Occupation Address Allen, M. Lawrence, Automobile Repairs ....... 22 Outlook Drive Bailey, George J., Farmer ... East Street Barry, John D., Electrician ............. _..,......_.....,.._ ........_..__...._..._ 22 Bow Street Barton, George S., Com. Designer ....._...._...._...._...._...._ 15 Bloomfield Street Beach, Clayton F., W.P.A......_...._...._...._..._.._._...._..__...._....__... 24 Oakland Street Bond, Raymond A., Broker ....._...._...._....__......_..__.___..... 37 Somerset Road Bramhall, William S., Salesman ....._...._...._...._...._ ..............._..... 25 Parker Street Briggs, Clarence E., Organ Dealer ....._...._....__...._...._.._. 75 Outlook Drive Buckley, Joseph, Plumber..........._...._...._.........__.._....__...,,_..._.. 364 Marrett Road Burnham, William I., Gardener . East Street Buttrick, Edward F. Cotton Business ....._........._.........._..... 996 Mass. Avenue Childs, Calvin W., Automobile Dealer ..... 6 Chandler Street Cochrane, Lewis G., None ---- 8 Stratham Road Cochrane, Ralph, Carpenter ......._..._...._.. ...._... ...__ 80 Marrett Road Coleman, Franklin W., Real Estate ....,»,... 13 Somerset Road Collins, John D., Printer....__...._...._........._...._...._.................._...._.. 14 Chase Avenue Collins, William A., Machinist .....................»..,,».... 39 Woburn Street Connors, Thomas F., Truck Driver ,,..._...,.,,_...._ 2318 Mass. Avenue Cronin, Cornelius P., Salesman ...._...._.........._ ..............._...._...._.... 14 Utica Street Cronin, Daniel A., Manager ..........,...........»..»..»__..»....____ 49 Forest Street Cumming, J. Everett, Electrician .».,,,,........,.._ ._ _.... 20 Vaille Avenue Custance, Howard E., Contractor ..».».,..____...._._._...._.._. 2 Tewksbury Street Dailey, John P., Contractor .......,,»,,.._..._...._..__...._.._ 250 Marrett Road Dailey, William E., Chauffeur __...._..._._.__.__........... 300 Bedford Street Early, Frank F., Salesman .. .................... 18 Butler Avenue Emery, Leland H., Salesman ......._._...._...._.._...._...._..,...... _.... 85 Meriam Street Faulkner, Frank, Carpenter ._..__..._..,....._.......,,.».... 68 Winter Street Figenbaum, Ernest K., Store Manager ..... ............... 20 Cliffe Avenue Fiorillo, William, Supply Offices _...._...._..__.........._._... 36 Cary Avenue Greeley, William R., Architect ,...»...._.»._...._...._.. 1948 Mass. Avenue Guthrie, James A., At home ... 57 Taft Avenue Hall, Irving G., Jr., Steamship Agent ...._...._... .....,.,.... 73 Meriam Street Hathaway, Alton H., Bakery Business ..._... ._.. 25 Oakland Street Hauck, Carl, Wood Carver ..__...._....,».,..»....»..._..__...._..._.. 14 Harbell Street Hunneman, Frederic B., Salesman __...._...._...._...._........... 7 Parker Street Ingalls, Roger, Salesman ... »...._..._.._...._._ ..,.»....»_....... . 33 Reed Street LIST OF JURORS 817 Jackson, C. Henry, Florist..........._........___.............._.........._........._». 40 Clarke Street Kelley, Turner C., Broker _____ .... ...»..... ___ ........................._.. 2151 Mass. .Avenue Kenego, Anthony, Carpenter ...._.........____...._............,,........._.. 33 Brandon Street Kettell, Russell H., Teacher ....._........,»..._._._.........._......... _._. _.. 10 Eliot Road Kinneen, Timothy, Plumber ........»....,....___________________ 156 Vine Street Lambert, Frank, Salesman ..... _._............. ____________ 23 Lowell Street Lawrence, Louis H., Retired ....._..__..... _..._..... 960 Waltham Street Locke, Arthur E., Salesman ....._._.._........._....».,,.»..__ 64 Farm Crest Avenue Longbottom, Walter, Conductor ...»...._...._...,»_....._..,._ 16 Independence Road Loring, Selden W., Artist ___ ......__.._...._..._.....,,.._ 55 Bloomfield Street Love, Donald, Broker....._...._........._..._........__.__..._......._,.....__.. 1361 Mass. Avenue Lowe, Robert L., Foreman..............._..__..............._.................... 419 Marrett Road Lowry, James W., Elec. Eng......_.........._...._...........»............_... 36 Charles Street Maddison, Arthur N., Real Estate ..... ... ...»,..__.._...__..... 15 Winthrop Road Manley, John F., Salesman . ............. ...._...._..__.._............... 20 Parker Street Mara, Robert C., Insurance »........_.._._...._.............._........____... 22 Muzzey Street Marshall, William J., Shipper _ ........ _...._...................... 9 Independence Avenue Marsolais, Charles H., Contractor ..... .,..._........._........ ..».....»... 37 Parker Street Martin, Ernest C., Druggist .......... 11 Eliot Road Martin, Herbert, Shipper ... ..»...._.........._.._.......... __________ .... 12 Lee Avenue Mayo, Robert D., Salesman ....._...._.._...._..__.........__...._..... 6 Oakmount Circle McAllister, Frank B., Clergyman 17 Edgewood Road McDevitt, Charles, Farmer....._..__..._.._._.,........._.............._...._..__1 Grove Street McDonnell, Michael E., W.P.A...... ..........._._.._...._...._..._7 Curve Street McDonnell, Paul F., Printer»..,....._....»...._...._..._......._._..»......,_28 Vine Street Merriam, Robert C., Real Estate ..........._......_._...._... 4 Oakmount Circle Milam, Robert, Post Office ...__...._.............,,_......._...._._._...._..... 19 Byron Avenue Milne, Alexander R., Plumber ................._...._...._..__........_......,... 9 Utica Street Moore, Robert, Moore Mach..._.._...._...._......,_..__...._...__.....» 1445 Mass. Avenue Morey, George P., Salesman ...__..._...._...._.................... 90 No. Hancock Street Morse, Clayton M., Clerk ...._.._.._..._.._..._........._...._._._...._..... 29 Sherman Street Mulliken, William E., Coal Business .»,_............... ___ ..... 225 Waltham Street Muzzey, Clifford L., Salesman ....._.._..._,......».»,._...._...._...._...._........ 14 Glen Road Needham, Harold B., Salesman _..._...._...._...._...._..........__....._... . 40 Fern Street Nickerson, James A., Real Estate .....__.._...»...._.»._......._.. 15 Vine Brook Road O'Connor, John R., Bus Operator ..,.._...._...._..._...._......_... 72 Waltham Street O'Dell, William H., W.P.A...... _._._................ ....,..... _....».... 30 Moreland Avenue O'Donnell, Bernard, Machinist ....._.._.,.._...._.........__.._...._..._.. 20 Shirley Street Ormond, Frederick S., Nursery Business ....._.._._...._..... 104 Bedford Street Page, Vernon, Plumber ..........._..,._...._ ......_..___..,_._.._ 12 Independence Avenue Parks, Joseph A., Salesman ........... .»...»...._..__..........__.._........_ 4 Hillside Terrace Partridge, Ashley W., Ice Cream Business ..... ..........._..... 274 Marrett Road Peirce, James A., Advertising _________ 64 Marrett Road Person, Robert T., Salesman 42 Percy Road Potter, Murray, Foreman .»..»...._...._.»,.»,._..__..._..._ _.... 25 Walnut Street Pratt, James A., Carpenter 9 Webb Street Readel, Arthur C., Bookbinder....._..._...._...._...._...._...................... 20 Maple Street 318 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Redman, Lester T., Salesman ................_....».»._....___..._..._..... 10 Hayes Avenue Reed, Kelsey G., Manager ____________________ 10 Franklin Road Rhones, Edward F., Laundry ............ ....__....»..._ ...,... 34 Winter Street Richards, Gordon D., Contractor ............................,... 3 Hancock Avenue Ripley, Harry M., Publisher _. _____________ 2 Audubon Road Robertson, Peter, Retired ...—..__.._.__...._..._.......—_........._ 39 Somerset Road Rowse, Richard E., Salesman ...._...._..».....».»..........,_._..... 24 Adams Street Rycroft, Peter, Foreman ...—.._......_..,........_........_..... 2246 Mass. Avenue Shanahan, William, Milkman _________________ 48 Pleasant Street Shea, Michael F., None Westminster Avenue Sherburne, Richard R., Insurance _...............»........................... 24 Percy Road Sherburne, Warren, Auditor 34 Hancock Street Simonds, George A., Mechanic _______________ 16 Adams Street Slocum, Curlys L., Instructor __........_...____..._...._...._..» 92 Blossom Street Smith, James W., Jr., Printer __________________ 16 Franklin Road Spellenberg, Frederick, Retired _....»..............._...... 494 Lowell Street Steeves, Clyde E., Steamfitter _..._.....__........ 24 Hilltop Avenue Stevens, Rupert H., Contractor ._._ _...._..._ _____ 86 Meriam Street Thompson, Frank J., Cabinet Maker .»....»._.....,_.._........»... 4 Smyth Street Timothy, John E., Taxi Business ___________________ 20 Kendall Road Tuliar, Fred H., Salesman ».............»...................._.......__.... 98 Hancock Street Valentine, John S., Insurance ...__.»_............_._..._..._.... 1698 Mass, Avenue Washburn, George E., Teacher ».. _.__.._..—. _.. _ _......_ 21 Parker Street Wellington, Herbert A., Salesman .__....___..._ _..._... 2139 Mass. Avenue Whalen, John P., Furniture Bus...,..21 Eliot Road Whipple, Bertram F., Bank Clerk _._..._....._.»_..._...._.._........ 9 Chase Avenue Whipple, Paul, Shoe Salesman _________________ 15 Belfry Terrace Whitney, Robert, Insurance _...__..»____________ 10 Round Hill Road Wilson, Donald, Engineer ..._.—......._.__.__.._.... 33 Bloomfield Street Wilson, Walter H., Farmer ________________ 5 Pleasant Street Wood, George H., Painter _._...___._..._ ............._.....„.„ 36 Waltham Street Woodruff, Frederick S., Broker _»»....._.. 24 Somerset Road Adopted June 23, 1936. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON LECTURES 319 REPORT OF CARY LECTURE COMMITTEE December 31, 1936 To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Dear Sirs: The Committee in charge of the Lectures provided un- der the Wills of Eliza Cary Farnham and Susanna E. Cary begs to submit its Seventh Annual Report covering the period from January 1, 1936 to December 31, 1936. The Lectures provided were as follows: January 7. February 19. March 17. November 18. December 9. Sir Arthur Willett. "Europe in 1936" Colonel Roscoe Turner, "Air -Race - London to Australia" Boston Sinfonietta, Arthur Fiedler, Conductor, Royal Dadmun, Soloist Bradford Washburn, "National Geographic Society - Yukon Expedition" Blanche Yurka. "Comedy through the Ages" The expenses incurred for these Lectures, which have been defrayed by the Isaac Harris Cary Educational Fund, amounted to $1,468.95, of which $1,225.00 was paid to Lec- turers and the remainder covered advertising, printing, ush- ers and other incidental expenses. ROBERT H. HOLT, NINA F. MCLELLAN, PHILIP M. CLARK. Cary Lecture Committee. 320 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF THE MIDDLESEX COUNTY EXTENSION SERVICE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen : The following is a report of the work of the Middlesex County Extension Service in the town of Lexington for the year 1936. As is generally known, this is a county institution car- ried on by the Trustees for County Aid to Agriculture, ap- pointed by the County Commissioners for the development of agriculture and homemaking in Middlesex county. Each town is represented by a director appointed by the Trustees. These services are free to any citizen of the county. Head- quarters are maintained at 19 Everett Street, Concord, where a staff of agents trained in their particular field is available upon request. In agriculture, spray warning cards have been sent to all those interested and suggestions given for the material to use and the time of application for the control of the various insect and fungus troubles of the orchardist. Mar- ket garden meetings were also held in Cary Memorial Hall on the "Cost of Vegetable Production" and on "Marketing". Many individual farm visits have been made, especially to fruit growers and market gardeners who desired informa- tion on their personal problems. The dairy farmers have been principally interested in marketing and facts and information have been given on the elements of market control and its effect on milk prices. Judges were furnished for the various departments of the Grange Fair. Small poultry flock owners as well as commercial poul- try -men, made many requests upon the organization for general assistance. MIDDLESEX COUNTY EXTENSION SERVICE 321 The Home Department has cooperated in every way possible with the different organizations in Lexington. Two of the Home Demonstration Agents, taught courses in food preparation and Home Furnishings at the Evening School last winter and a course in Home Furnishings was taught at this last Evening School. Miss McIntire, recreation spe- cialist from the State College, spoke on Recreation at a meeting sponsored by the Hancock Mothers' Club. A talk was also given at the Hancock School by Mrs. Ruth D. Morley, child development specialist. The Specialist in Ornamental Horticulture, Professor A, M. Davis, also spoke at a meeting of the Lexington Garden Club. A number of Home visits were also made by the home demonstration agent and home furnishing specialist to give help on home furnishings. Mothers' Service and Homemakers' Letters sent out at monthly intervals gave help to young mothers and homemakers who did not enroll in any of the courses. Excellent work in the 4-H garden club project was car- ried on under the leadership of Mrs. Nancy Coleman, 10 Somerset Road. A canning club of thirteen members met at the High School laboratory for weekly instruction in 4-H canning methods, under the direction of Mrs. Mary Curran, 24 Baker Avenue, assisted by Mrs. Malcolm Cliff- ord, 54 Chase Avenue. Exhibits of both canning and garden clubs made a very creditable display at the Lexington Grange Fair. The canning club won third prize with their club exhibit at Groton fair. The garden club took several prizes at the horticultural exhibit in Boston. Pauline Koch was awarded the two-day trip to Amherst for her excellent club record. The Extension Service wishes to express its apprecia- tion for the splendid cooperation received from the town of Lexington in the use of Cary Memorial Hall for its many educational meetings. The farmers and homemakers of the county thoroughly enjoy going to Lexington and the many fine conveniences furnished by the beautiful Me- morial Hall. Yours very truly, A. F. MACDOUGALL Director. 322 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF MILK INSPECTOR December 31, 1936 To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen: I herewith submit the following report for the ending December 31, 1936: Number of samples seized ..._....__.._.............._... 133 Number of samples analyzed for butter fat and total solids .... .......... ....._.......... _..... _.._ 133 Number of samples analyzed for bacteria and other organisms _........... ....... ________ ..................._...,......... 133 Number of inspections of milk plants _..._.................. 48 Number of inspections of dairy farms ._ 55 Number of milk licenses issued .....,......._...._...._._...._.__..,86 Number of licenses issued for Pasteurization Plants 5 Number of licenses issued for Ice Cream Plants 0 Number of Oleomargerine licenses issued ....,13 Average percent butter fat ..... ........ 4.23 Average percent, total solids .............._._...._....__.._........_..,, 13.17 year The bacteria analysis is one of the lowest in the state. The reason for this is that cow barns are whitewashed twice a year, and the cows kept clean at all times. All dairies are inspected every week, when possible. All milk rooms are separate from dairy barns and must be kept clean, painted, screened, and absolutely free from flies and other insects. You may see from my report that our milk analysis shows a percentage of butter -fat and total solids higher than last year, and a very low bacteria, which is very gratifying. It is with great pleasure that I express my apprecia- tion of the co-operation of producers of and dealers in milk, as well as the officials of the town. By continuing the pres- REPORT OF MILK INSPECTOR 323 ent high standards, we not only insure the health of our townspeople, but also gain the esteem of the State Milk Commission; and it is my sincere hope that these excellent reports will continue this year and in the future. Respectfully submitted, MATTHEW STEVENSON, Milk Inspector. 324 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF THE PLANNING BOARD The Planning Board welcomes this opportunity of pre- senting itself to the Town in a guise other than as recently publicised, "The Zoning Board". As a consulting board to the Town, it is inevitable that its appearances before the Town Meetings are in general concerned with zoning mat- ters, and its other activities, which this report will recount, are not perhaps as well known. During the past year, the Board has held 27 regular meetings, it has held 3 joint meetings with other Town boards and made around 12 field trips in connection with special studies. Four public hearings have been conducted at which twelve amendments were considered. Of those re- questing changes in area from a residential zone to a busi- ness zone, one appeared three times and was three times re- jected by the Town, one appeared for the eighth time and was adopted, one was withdrawn before the Town Meeting, two others were rejected and two adopted. A proposed change in the by-law to restrict the removal of loam, sand and gravel was rejected and a proposed new zone to permit only the uses incidental to an automobile filling station was adopted. Full reports on these amendments appear in the detailed reports of Town Meetings contained elsewhere in this Town Report. Aside from the considerations of general recurring sub- jects such as the study of new developments of land with their associated problems of proposed street layouts as af- fecting the future growth of the neighboring properties, the Board has given careful thought to the developments and layouts adjacent to the Cambridge -Concord Highway and made its report to the Town last summer, a copy of which is made a part of this report. REPORT OF PLANNING BOARD ON DEVELOPMENT OF CAMBRIDGE -CONCORD TURNPIKE The Lexington Planning Board has for several years devoted a very considerable amount of time to the considera- tion of protective methods for the treatment of the areas along the Concord Turnpike and at the March, 1936, Town REPORT OF PLANNING BOARD 325 Meeting, the chairman announced that the present Board was making a survey and study of this Turnpike and stated that a plan for developing the area along the highway would be presented to the Town Meeting members before the next regular town meeting. In accordance with this commit- ment, the Planning Board respectfully submits this report with a suggested plan for the future development of the highway. Basic Considerations Bearing on the Future Developments of this Highway (1) INTERFERENCE WITH TRAFFIC SHOULD BE KEPT ATA MINIMUM. This highway costing around $3,000,000, is one link of an important, multilane through traffic artery leading to Boston. At the present time it is one of the most heavily travelled in the state, carrying on the average ap- proximately 7,000 cars a day. Indications are that an even heavier flow of traffic will come as the highway is completed to the West. Residential or business developments should be so planned as to bring a minimum of interference with the quick and safe flow of traffic. At the present time highway engineers have as an ideal for heavily travelled main arteries, the so-called "limited way". The limited way is defined as follows by a recent article in "Fortune": The limited way is a road that utilizes the principles of traffic hydraulics by delivering traffic as in a sealed conduit past all conflicting eddies and crosscurrents. Four broad structural elements identify it. One : a dividing island or median strip, ten to thirty feet broad, down the middle of the road. That ends medial friction. Two : grade sepa- rations, or over- and under -passes, which liberate through traffic from the impact of cross traffic, and clover -leaf detours for making turns. That dis- poses of intersectional friction. Three: the closing off of abutting property by denying it direct ac- cess to the road. That offsets marginal friction. Four: accelerating and decelerating lanes for fast and slow traffic. Tliat lessens internal -stream friction. ' ' "Unfit for Modern Motor Traffic," Fortune, August, 1936, page 94. 326 TOWN OF LEXINGTON The objective of such construction is the attainment of quick, safe, movement of a heavy flow of traffic. Interfer- ence with smooth flow of traffic means not only inefficiency through loss of time to motorists but the even greater ineffi- ciency that comes from loss of life and property in acci- dents. While the highway as it approaches Boston has not been developed by the Commonwealth as a limited or free way, it is the opinion of the Planning Board that the ideal of the free way should be the guide where ever possible. in laying out trunk highways the necessity for minimizing the number of entrances is now recognized and provisions for the control are becoming a part of legislation. How- ever, in the case of this highway the State has deliberately placed the responsibility upon the Town to provide the necessary control. Accordingly the Board recommends eliminating entry of vehicles from abutting property by provision for the future establishment of a system of streets which will give the property owners entrance to the high- way at intersections now existing. Such a plan not only will reduce to a minimum the interference with quick move- ment of traffic over the road, but will greatly decrease traf- fic hazards. In the opinion of the Board, no business should be permitted on the highway except to care for the motor- ist in distress or in danger of distress from running out of gasoline or oil. If a considerable residential development should come in this area, calling for business zones to provide necessary commercial services to residents, these business zones should be established on side roads at points far enough from the highway to obviate interference with traffic movement. (2) RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT SHOULD BE FAVORED. The second major consideration governing the development of the highway is that of protecting the development of the area adjacent to the highway. The future of Lexington is believed to be that of an attractive, residential com- munity. A satisfactory residential growth will depend in part upon the success attained in maintaining a free artery for quick movement of traffic. It will depend in part upon the attractiveness of the highway itself. If unnecessary business developments are permitted on the highway, the REPORT OF PLANNING BOARD 327 flow of traffic will be interrupted ; if business developments of an unsightly character are permitted on the highway, they will detract from the appearance of the town and will dis- courage residential building of a high type. (3) THE SCENIC BEAUTY OF THE HIGHWAY SHOULD BE RETAINED. A third and related consideration governing planning of the highway is the maintenance of its scenic beauty. As the first of several major highways to pass through Lexington, it seems highly desirable that a prece- dent be established to keep such ways attractive, thus in- suring a favorable impression on the many thousands of people who will pass annually through this historic com- munity. In view of its background as an historic shrine Lexington should take particular pride in its appearance. One existing horrible example of unsightly and dangerous roadside development is sufficient argument for this case. With these as guiding principles, the Planning Board, offers the following recommendations: (1) PLAN FOR FUTURE STREETS ADJACENT To THE HIGHWAY. The Planning Board in conjunction with the town engineer has developed a suggested scheme of streets for future development of the areas adjacent to this highway. This plan, the map for which may be seen in the town en- gineer's office, is not to be considered as a hard-and-fast scheme governing future streets, but rather as a suggested plan for future Boards of Survey, containing the important guiding principle of establishing future streets so as to lim- it entry to the highway to now existing streets. In principle this means the establishment in certain areas, where the top- ography of the land is such that access to the highway can be made from the abutting land, of service streets which run parallel to the highway and enter streets now intersect- ing the highway. In other areas where excavations or fills make access from abutting land to the highway impossible, new streets would follow the topography of the land, event- ually leading into existing streets now intersecting the highway. (2) LIMITATION OF BUSINESS To SALE OF GASOLINE AND OIL. At the present time all the land abutting the high- way is zoned for single residences only. The Board recom- 328 TOWN OF LEXINGTON mends that the town limit any future business on this high- way to gasoline stations. Therefore, the Board will pre- sent an article at the winter Town Meeting, recommending an amendment to our zoning laws to permit the establish- ment of a zone limited to the sale of gasoline, oil, and ac- cessory products and services only. A new zone of this type is required because the grant- ing of the existing business (C-1) zone would mean loss of control by the town of the kind of business conducted. If the regular C-1 zone were granted, the owner of the prop- erty might at any time establish a number of types of busi- ness, so long as he conformed with the building laws. Thus we would have constant threat of the hot dog stand or other undesirable development with its adverse effect upon traf- fic movement, safety, and surrounding residential property values. Reasons for limiting business on the highway to the sale of gasoline and oil have been indicated ; in the opinion of the Board, no other requirements of motorists are urgent enough to merit establishment of business places with the risk of unsightly developments. (3) LOCATION OF GASOLINE STATIONS. While the Planning Board itself does not propose to initiate proceed- ings for changes of specific areas to the new gasoline zones, it presents the following recommendations. Not more than two points on the highway should be zoned at the present time for gasoline stations, and prefer- ably one. Stations are recommended solely to serve motor- ists in distress or in danger of distress, — those who have either run out of gasoline or oil or some other automotive need, or are in danger of so doing. It is clearly not feasible to place stations so close together that the improvident or unfortunate motorist has a service station right at hand when he is in trouble. Two stations, one located approxi- mately a mile from the eastern edge of the town, and one a like distance from the western edge of the town, would mean a maximum walk of about one mile within the town to reach a station. If the town limited stations to one point on the highway approximately half -way through the town, a maximum walk of two miles within the town would be necessary. To have to walk this far is not deemed an un- REPORT OF PLANNING BOARD 329 due hardship. In many sections of Lexington the motorist running out of gasoline would have to walk considerably farther than this to reach a gasoline station. Moreover, the amount of business obtainable from passing motorists on such a high-speed artery, in view of the stations already established in Cambridge, Lincoln, and Concord, would make dubious the commercial success of more than one, or possibly two, stations. Every additional station would mean an increased interference with traffic movement and safety, would detract from future residential property values, and would tend to decrease the scenic beauty of the road. Accordingly, the Board recommends that not over two such stations be permitted, and favors limitation to one point on the highway. The Board has given considerable study to the ques- tion of location of stations. Its recommendations in this matter are based upon a survey of the topography of the road, consultation with state planning and traffic officials and with officers of the Harvard University Bureau for Traffic Research. According to statements of the traffic authorities consulted, a filling station located at heavily travelled intersections is likely to result in traffic interfer- ence and hazard. Accordingly, such a location as the in- tersection at Watertown Street, the most heavily travelled point on the highway, is considered undesirable. In addi- tion, the deep cut near this intersection increases traffic hazard. Similarly, the heavy movement of traffic and the topography of the land at the Waltham Street overpass make that an undesirable location. Furthermore, stations at these corners would tend to draw patronage from already established gasoline stations in Lexington on Massachusetts Avenue and Waltham Street. It is deemed better to keep the service at these established stations on less busy streets, than to transfer it to either of these busy intersections on the highway, with a resultant traffic interference and hazard. The next consideration was whether stations should be located at secondary intersections, such as Pleasant Street and Spring Street, or at points away from intersec- tions. The first reaction of the members of the Board was that stations should be located at secondary intersections where there are traffic lights. However, a unanimity of 330 TOWN OF LEXINGTON opinion was found among the traffic authorities consulted that locations away from intersections were to be preferred from the standpoint of movement and safety of traffic. Dr. McClintock, Director of the Harvard University Bureau for Street Traffic Research, wrote the Board as follows: From a purely traffic standpoint, the ideal lo- cation of a filling station is away from an inter- section and under conditions where the driveway connections to the station may have long and easy curvatures to the roadway and where there may be between the pump driveway and the roadway a complete physical separation. To provide a maximum of safety on highways with un- divided lanes of traffic it is desirable to have stations lo- cated as here recommended set up in pairs, one on each side of the road, to reduce the chance of careless motorists cross- ing lanes of traffic. Such a scheme of paired stations away from intersections has been applied on the Westchester County Parkways in New York. Board members were as- sured by the traffic authorities consulted that while locations of stations in pairs is preferable it is not essential. The single station away from an intersection was rated by them as less hazardous and less likely to interfere with traffic than a station located at an intersection. Stations at intersec- tions are provided with entries at some distance from the corner, and are thus subject to the danger of motorists on the opposite side of the highway crossing to these entrances without proceeding to the intersection. At present most of the residential development in the vicinity of this highway is at or near intersections and the establishment of gasoline zones between intersections will be less liable to interfere with established valuations. In accordance with these findings, the Planning Board recommends that no C-1 (business) zones be established along this highway, unless some unforeseen development should dictate otherwise, and that gasoline station zone changes be limited to a pair of opposite stations located in the level land lying between the bottom of the hill west of Waltham Street overpass and Shade Street. If the town deems it advisable to have stations located at two points on the highway rather than at the one point REPORT OF PLANNING BOARD 331 favored by the Board, the Board then recommends that one of these stations be located on the northern side of the high- way at one of two suitable points away from intersections in the area lying between Pleasant Street and Blossom Street, and a second station be located on the southern side of the highway in a spot providing visibility and proper approaches in the vicinity of Spring Street. In concluding, the Board takes this opportunity to ex- press its appreciation to those property owners through which this way passes for their co-operation and considera- tion in not pressing for action before a thorough and com- prehensive study could be completed. Scenic beauty is a matter of opinion but there is little doubt that the majority of the citizens of Lexington, as well as the motoring public at large, are better satisfied to see the Concord Turnpike remain as it now is, than to have the side lands dotted with business enterprises. Above all, a safe and quick movement of traffic should be safeguarded. NEIL H. BORDEN LESTER F. ELLIS CLEM H. FERGUSON EDWARD W. KIMBALL DONALD E. NICKERSON JOHN A. SELLARS Reprint from The Lexington Minute -man of August 27, 1936. Since the Town has seen it advisable to change two pieces of property on this highway into business zones, it is the expressed hope of this Board that no further zone changes will be made, at least not until there is a well founded need for business to meet the requirements of resi- dents in this part of the Town. After careful study, supplemented by the advice of planning experts and consultants, the Board presented a new form of zone devised to meet requirements inherent on the types of highways such as the Cambridge - Concord 332 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Highway, the proposed Circumferential Highway (some- times called the new Route 128) and the Boston -Lowell Turnpike. This zone, known as a Throughway Zone, per- mitting the uses coincidental to the maintenance of a nor- mal automobile filling station only, was adopted by the Town and it is the intention of the Board to initiate and recom- mend changing the business zones adjacent to the Cam- bridge -Concord Turnpike into this type of zone. In studying the specific problems of the Town, the at- tention of the Board has again been directed toward the ad- visability of reviewing lot frontages and area regulations. While the trend of the times is toward smaller houses and lots as against the former estates, the location of Lexington on the outskirts of a Metropolitan Area with its uneven contours and open undeveloped areas, operates against the soundness of a universal minimum area throughout the Town. A lot of seventy-five hundred feet is undoubtedly sufficient in many locations although in other localities ten thousand or even fifteen thousand are not only reasonable but should be laid down to protect property values. The result from adopting regulations providing for more than one size area, by several nearby Towns, has proven so sat- isfactory that the Board is of the opinion that similar pro- visions should be considered for Lexington. That there is an established cycle of population move- ment during boom and depression periods, especially in Metropolitan area, is well known. In boom times, with money easy, there is a natural expansion from the thickly settled areas to the urban neighborhoods ; houses are built or acquired to provide space and out of doors facilities are in demand. In times of a depression, the movement turns back to more families living under one roof, transportation between residence and occupation becomes an element and the trend is toward the thickly settled sections. These con- ditions have just been witnessed around Boston and reports from accredited forecasters lead to the belief that we are now entering an era of unusual building expansion. That this is beginning to be felt in Lexington is indicated by the steady increase in building permits issued during the last few months. It is the earnest hope of your Planning Board that this will continue in Lexington, but it is also their hope that it will be met with the means for an orderly and planned development to the Town's best interests, and not REPORT OF PLANNING BOARD 333 in a sporadic and undirected movement which will result in demands for uneconomical and expensive public utilities. State-wide planners and wise legislators have foreseen some of the difficulties and have provided through recent acts of legislation the means whereby Towns may avail themselves of sound protection against undesirable developments. It is a sincere hope of the Board that Lexington will enact the necessary changes whether this direction be vested with the Planning Board or the existing Board of Survey. Respectfully submitted, NEIL H. BORDEN, Chairman. LESTER F. ELLIS D. E. NICKERSON CLEM H. FERGUSON EDWARD W. KIMBALL JOHN A. SELLARS Planning Board. 334 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF PLUMBING INSPECTOR December 31, 1936 To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen: I herewith submit my report as Plumbing Inspector for the year ending December 31, 1936. Number of Applications filed, and permits granted ... 84 Seventy-four permits issued at $2.00 ..— .................... $148.00 Ten permits were issued where no charges were made, owing to new fixtures being installed for older and modern ones to take their place. Calls for inspections of work in old buildings were made and changes in the house drainage made necessary by sewer connection. Respectfully submitted, ANDREW BAIN Plumbing Inspector. REPORT OF POLICE DEPARTMENT REPORT OF CHIEF OF POLICE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS 335 December 31, 1936. Gentlemen :— I have the honor of submitting the following report for the year ending December 31, 1936:— Number of Arrests .... Offenses for which arrests were made :— Assaultand Battery..,.._._._........._..,....._.........._...._...,.,..._...................,.. Attempt to Rape Attempt to Commit Larceny ..... _... Apprehended for other Police Departments Breaking and Entering ..... Burglars' Tools, (Possession of) ...._ --••.•••---- -• Buying Junk Without Permit _____ .._...._..__........._.......,,,,......_........_..... Carrying Revolver Without Permit _ IJefault_.._..._..._...._...._..._..._.__...,_...._...... ..._............. Delinquent Failing to Send Child to School Failing to Stop at Stop Sign _..._... _.»........ ...._..... ..__....-..... .......... »..- Failing to Keep to the Right -...._...__.._....... ..._....-_........ .............. Failing to Stop for Red Light _.»_...._.._.._ Going Away After Causing Damage to Property ._.._....... — .............._ Keeping an Unlicensed Dog .,......_.... ».. _._.........._...._..._.. _...»... Keeping and Exposing Liquor for Sale _.._..,,.,. ..._.._r...._.._._»...._.. Larceny..... _._........__._._._...._.._............ ........__._.._..__...................-- Larcenyof Automobile ...........».....__..,»....__......_.»..,..,....» .._...._._.._.._� Larceny from a Building ... ...,....- ...._..._ »„......_..,,_..._..__....__�............. Manslaughter........... ..,,.._ .•,... _.._.:.._.:_...._.._» ......._ .., ... ......... Malicious Injury to Property .. _...._...._.__.:._.._ ..,,.»,..» ..._».._ .._...._.._..... Neglect to Children ... .......__.._._... __.__..._� Non -Payment of Wages .........» .._........__....�....._...» ...... _..._....__._..,. 442 6 5 10 1 11 2 1 2 124 5 8 2 1 1 1 1 6 1 1 34 1 2 3 3 5 7 1 336 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Non -Payment of Fine 2 Operating Automobile While Under Influence of Liquor 41 Operating Automobile Without License ...__...._...._..._ _......._..__...._..... 11 Operating Automobile After License had Expired _....... ............ 2 Operating Automobile After License was Suspended ....................... 1 Operating Automobile After License was Revoked _.... 2 Operating Automobile to Endanger the Lives, Etc. _..........__-......___. 14 ProfaneLanguage....._...._...._..__.._,..._...._.........._..._...._...._..._...._.. ....-•--•---..__.._.. 2 Receiving Stolen Property ............................. 2 Refusing to Stop for Police Officer .........._...._...._...._...._...._...._........___.._.........-2 Runaway Boys Turned Over to Proper Authorities 3 Seduction....----...-_._..__.._..._...._...._...._..._...._...._.._........_...._..» 2 Suspicious Persons Picked Up _...._.....__.......___......_..._....._ 11 Speeding ....._,..__.._...._.... ----_....88 ...._...._....____...,_...._..... Threatening .....,........_......._......._. 1 Trespassing .,..._...._...._. 3 Use of Automobile Without Authority ......._.._......_ ....................... _ 9 Violationof Probation ..._...._.........._...._..._...._...._..__...._...._....„..,._.......,,,,. Total Disposition of Cases Committed to House of Correction _______ ..... _....... ...,,»..... _......... __.......... Committed to State Prison,........_,..._..__.........__..»..._............................__..._........_. Committed to State Farm .-..,.., Committed to Shirley School ..............»»...._...._..._..._.__...._......,.,,......_...._...-- Committed to Lyman School ».......... ___.......... _......... ...»...._..... _ Committed to Concord Reformatory _-._..._....._..,,.,,,,, Fined Probation._................._...._.-.._.........._........._».._...._....__.._.........._...._....... Suspended »,......_ ............ _........... __..,,. Released..........._...._...._.......... ».... ., Discharged Dismissed.._........,...»...._...._...._.....,,....._.........—..._....__...._.. ..._...._.._...._._...._. ............ Turned Over to Other Police Departments Turned Over to Worcester State Hospital ....._........ _..... _......._.»............. Turned Over to Walter Fernald School ..._...,»,... .._...._.__....,,,.„....»...._- Turned Over to State Child Welfare ..._....._....__........._....._....._......,.._... Turned Over to Department of Public Welfare, Syracuse, N.Y Turned Over to Veterans' Hospital ,..._ ......._...._..._•... . Cases Pending ..... ..... 442 17 1 3 1 1 1 108 104 37 47 24 56 6 19 2 5 7 Total_ ............. »..,,....... __.......»._......__...._...._ ...,..._..._....._....,.». 12 REPORT OF POLICE DEPARTMENT 337 Aggregate Amount of Fines Imposed » ... $2,182.00 Aggregate Terms of Imprisonment ._._ 15 years, 8 months, 26 days Miscellaneous Business Automobile Accidents Recorded 264 Automobiles Reported Stolen 10 Automobiles Recovered ... 13 Bicycles Reported Stolen...—_......_._......._..__........._...,_...,......_....,....__......... 13 Bicycles Recovered _ ».».».,.....,.,....__.. 10 Buildings Found Open and Locked Up 96 Unoccupied Houses Given Special Attention ....._..._...,,.. _.._...,...._ 159 Fire Alarms Responded to 31 Mileage Recorded on Chevrolet Car 31, Dec. 24th When Removed From Service ....._..__......_.._........._......_ —...._....._. 79,867 Mileage Recorded on Chevrolet Car 32 ....._._._...._...__.._...._..__..._....__... 19,484 Mileage Recorded on Motorcycle ........._.. _..._.....-._......_...._._ 4,771 Total Number of Street Lights Reported Out ...__..._ _ _..._.. 52 Automobile Accidents of 1936 Listed by Months January _ .... » 19 February......................,...»..........,.........»,,....»...,........................._..................» . ...... 20 March 10 25 19 24 July....,.... .............,,...._......,,..,..._................ ,...._.....,._........ _...... »........_. _.._......... 18 August _......_.._ 26 September......................_...._._._...._...__.._...._..__...._....__.._........-......... 2 2 October...»...,......».»..,........_....-..._..»....... .... -- ...._...._..._...._ . November....._......._._...._....-.._.....__..._...._.-.._...._..__............»....,._.................._..., 24 December _ 24 April May Total Three of these accidents were fatal. In 1936, approximately 99 transients were given lodg- 264 ing. The fast and reckless operation of automobiles on our highways is a menace to any community and this depart- ment intends to drastically enforce all automobile laws without fear or favor. We wish to thank all who have co-operated with us in the performance of our duties. Respectfully submitted, JAMES J. SULLIVAN Chief of Police. 338 TOWN OF' LEXINGTON REPORT OF POSTURE CLINIC December 31, 1936 To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON,MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen: - In the Lexington posture clinics, from Jan. 1, 1936 through Dec. 31, 1936, 255 posture eases were treated, and of this number 152 were D cases, the rest C cases treated for particular needs or at the special request of parents. At the Adams School 60 attended the clinics held each week, 35 of whom were D ; at the Hancock School 48 attended with 26 D ; at the Franklin School, 46 with 32 D ; at the Munroe School, 51 with 28 D ; and at the Parker School, 50 with 31 D. Silhouettograph pictures were taken through the month of September, 1936, and weekly clinics conducted in each school throughout the school year. Dr. William A. Rogers conducted four orthopedic clinics during the year on Feb. 8th, April 18th, May 23rd, and Dec. 19th. Through these examinations, 19 children were found who needed particular physical examinations, special orthopedic correctives or spi- nal X-rays. There has been a decrease in the D group of 36 during 1936, thereby allowing opportunity to a greater number of the C group to receive attention in the clinics. There has been a notable increase in the attendance of parents at the clinics conducted by Dr. Rogers, and a correspondingly greater interest in the follow-up exercises advocated for the home training necessary, Statistics by Schools Hancock Franklin Parker Adams Munroe D 26 32 31 35 28 New Cases 25 30 28 32 24 152 139 Old Cases 1 2 3 Dis- charged 16 10 11 3 23 4 22 Sp. Rec. 10 2 1 4 2 13 82 19 Hancock Franklin Parker Adams Munroe REPORT OF POSTURE CLINIC Total Attendance Weekly Clinics 260 312 286 353 284 339 Dr. Rogers 35 41 32 44 38 Respectfully submitted, EVELYN S. TRASK EVA C. POTTER MARGARET B. NOTES MARGARET W. KETTELL EDITH M. KELLEY, Chai9man. 340 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF PUBLIC WELFARE AGENT December 31, 1936 To THE BOARD OF PUBLIC WELFARE TOWN OF LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen : As agent of the Board I submit the following report for the year ending December 31, 1936. The records of this office show that under Chapter 117 of the General Laws (Support by Cities and Towns) 179 families representing 745 persons and 53 single per- sons, making a total of 797 persons, were aided. Under Chapter 118 of the General Laws (Aid to Mothers with De- pendent Children) 8 families representing 36 persons were aided. Under Chapter 11SA of the General Laws (Adequate Assistance to Certain Aged Persons) 61 individuals were given assistance. The actual disbursements under these Chapters were as follows: Chapter 117 _..._ _...._..._ $63,224.69 Lexington Settlements aided by Other Cities and Towns, Chapter 117 _._.......__......._...._.. 3,136.98 Chapter 118 ...._._........._-..,,.,.. _...,.........,....._... 4,890.17 Chapter 118A . _....__.__ 8,619.88 Total..........._.._.......... _...._..._.,..,... ....,...... Reimbursements State—Chapter 117 .._.__..... �._ ._ Cities and Towns—Chapter 117 .... _ _..,. Individuals ---Chapter. 117 State—Chapter 118 .....,..m,..__.._.. �...... State—Chapter 118A �...._..^..... _..._. Cities and Towns—Chapter 118A ._ Net Cost $11,382.32 3,513.03 632.72 3,756.87 4,408.87 1,034.30 $79,871.72 $24,728.11 $55,143.61 REPORT OF PUBLIC WELFARE DEPARTMENT 341 Settlements Chapter 117—Lexington Settlements 113 Families 480 Single 37 Chapter 117—Other Cities and Towns 18 Families 77 Single 7 State (No settlement) 39 Families 150 Single 8 Divided Settlements 7 Families 32 Undetermined Settlements 2 Families 6 Persons 179 797 Chapter 118—Lexington Settlements 7 Families 29 Persons Chapter 118—State 1 Family 7 8 36 Chapter 118A—Lexington Settled Chapter 118A—Other Cities and Towns Chapter 118A—State 34 12 15 61 One hundred thirteen cases representing 456 persons had some time during the year a member working on one of the Works Progress Administration Projects and aid rendered was supplementary to this work. Comparisons December 31, 1932 Cases Persons Public Welfare (Including Mothers' Aid) 100 442 Old Age Assistance ........... 26 26 126 468 Total ,,...M._..._....._ December 31, 1933 Public Welfare (Including Mothers' Aid) Old Age Assistance Total December 31, 1934 Public Welfare .. ........ ............. —.... _.._ ....._ ... 77 284 4 21 Old Age Assistance ...,..... ._.., .. _..— 29 29 Total 110 334 87 328 25 25 112 353 342 TOWN OF LEXINGTON December 31, 1935 Public Welfare (Including Single Per- sons) _ _..,,...._........_.- .._...__.._..._ Mothers' Aid .... Old Age Assistance Total December 31, 1936 Public Welfare (Including Single Per- sons) Mothers' Aid ....._...__....... _ Old Age Assistance ..._...._,...__..._.._ ..............__...., 139 492 4 21 31 31 174 544 113 397 8 36 53 53 Total 174 486 Of the 174 cases representing 486 persons as of De- cember 31, 1936 there were 39 cases representing 180 per- sons who had a member working on one of the Works Progress Administration Projects. OLD .AGE ASSISTANCE The General Court of Massachusetts during the ses- sion of 1936 passed an Act (Chapter 436) which was ap- proved June 30, 1936, striking out Chapter 118A as amend- ed and inserting in place thereof a new Chapter 118A "Ad- equate assistance to certain aged citizens". This Act com- plied with requirements of the Federal Social Security Act and among the vital changes were the reduction of the qualifying age from 70 to 65 years, and the eligibility of the towns and cities to share in the Federal disbursements to States under the Federal Social Security Act. Reports have to be submitted each month in great detail by this depart- ment to the State Bureau and reimbursements in due course come back through the State to the town of one half the cash aid granted with the Federal Government's share in no case to exceed $15.00. The balance is shared two-thirds by the State and one-third by the town of settlement, or if unsettled, the balance by the State. That is, on a $30.00 a month basis reimbursements by the Federal Government through the State to the town would be $15.00 balance $15.00; $10.00 by the State and $5.00 by the town of set- tlement. In addition two-thirds of 5% of the amount re- imbursed by the Federal Government to the State and com- ing back to the town is allowed for administration. Both REPORT OF PUBLIC WELFARE DEPARTMENT 343 of these amounts under the law are set up as trust accounts for use only for the two purposes specified, namely, assis- tance and administration and can be used at once without vote of the town. As noted above 61 cases were aided under Chapter 118A during 1936. As of September 1, 1936 when the new law took effect there were 32 active cases. Due to the low- ering of the age limit as of September lst the number has been increased so that as of December 31, 1936 there were 53 active cases. The Federal reimbursements were started February 1936 and up to December 31, 1936 Lexington re- ceived $3,811.65 for assistance and $127.02 for administra- tion. As of December 31st the $127.02 had been expended for administration purposes and $3,606.90 for assistance, leaving a balance of $204.75 to be used for January 1937. The above expenditures being in addition to the amounts appropriated and spent from town funds. Aid to Mothers with Dependent Children The General Court during the session of 1936 passed an Act Chapter 413 which was approved June 24, 1936 which changed the Mothers' Aid law so that it now becomes Chap- ter 118 (Aid to Dependent Children and conforms to the Federal Social Security Act. Under provisions of this Act there will be a small reimbursement to come to the town through the State. The matter of settlement (Chapter 116) is not included in this new law. The Federal reimburse- ment is based on $18.00 per month for the first child under sixteen and $12.00 per month for other children under six- teen and the reimbursement is one third by the Federal Government of these amounts. The State reimburses the town one third of the total expenditures and the town as- sumes the balance. This is a material change in the law and until the new policies are established it is rather difficult to foresee just what the financial result will be to the 'town. FEDERAL SURPLUS COMMODITIES As stated in my report for the year 1935 the distribu- tion of Federal Surplus Commodities is now under a State project and this department certifies those persons who are entitled to receive these commodities. As last year, about 200 families have been supplied with various articles of clothing and other commodities. The expense of distribu- tion is still borne by the town and the cost during 1936 344 TOWN OF LEXINGTON amounted to $607.99. I list below the various commodities distributed for the year ending December 31, 1936 as re- ported to me by Mr. DeTrafford Smith, Chief Clerk. Apples -4320 lbs. Beans -1000 lbs. Beef (tinned) -12285 lbs. Butter -440 lbs. Eggs -510 doz. Evaporated Milk -1536 cans. Flour -99711A lbs. Onions — 2900 lbs. Peas (dried) -1640 lbs. Prunes -2252 lbs. Soup (vegetable) -1080 cans. Turnips -1160 lbs. Grapefruit -7057 lbs. Oatmeal — 1825 lbs. Clothing -11650 Units. The monetary valuation of food $5467.37 and of clo- thing $12,087.16. CIVILIAN CONSERVATION CORPS During 1936 there were 3 enrollments for the Civilian Conservation Corps. The total quota for Lexington as- signed during the year was 4 and there were 3 young men certified. Since the beginning of the Civilian Conservation Corps in the summer of 1933 and up to January 1, 1937, Lexing- ton has been allotted 52 men and 55 have been certified. Due to expiration of enrollment, returned to employment, and discharges for various reasons, there are 3 young men in the Camps. CLOTHING This Department has continued to maintain close re- lations with the Lexington Public Health Association and the assistance rendered by this organization has been very helpful. I desire to express my appreciation for the co-opera- tion of all who have assisted in any way the work of this department. Respectfully submitted, LAWRENCE G. MITCHELL, Agent. REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC WORKS 345 REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC WORKS December 31, 1936. HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen: The reports of the Town Engineer, Superintendents of the Highway, Moth and Shade Tree Divisions, the Acting Superintendent of the Water and Sewer Division, the Assistant Superintendent of Highways directing W. P. A. Projects and the Building and Plumbing Inspectors give the details of the work of these divisions for 1936, and reference to the individual reports should be made for de- tailed information. During my term as Superintendent of Public Works, I have attempted to keep in close touch with all work and activities under my jurisdiction and to direct the study of problems which appear in need of early attention. GENERAL STATISTICS The following approximate statistics give a rough com- parison of the present degree of development of the sys- tems of highways, water mains, sewer and drains :- Population -1935 census ._ 10,813 persons Highways, excluding private streets 64 miles Water mains, including private street mains ......._ _ Street sewers and main sewer, includ- ing private street sewers ..... Street drains with outlets ...__ Number of water services ..._ .........._.._ Number of sewer connections Water services per mile of main ......... _ Sewer connections per mile of sewer 68 miles 18 miles 15 miles 2,574 services 769 connections 38 services 43 connection 346 TOWN OF LEXINGTON These data indicate that the water system is developed on a par with the street system, but that the sewer and drainage systems are less than one-half developed. It should not be concluded from the above that sewer and drainage systems should equal the extent of highways and water mains, particularly, taking into account the separated de- veloped areas and the rugged topography with its excel- lent natural drainage features. On the other hand, it seems logical to conclude that after a sewer system has been inaugurated, its progress of development should follow only a few years behind the development of the water sys- tem and the proportion of the inhabitants receiving bene- fit from the two systems should gradually become more nearly equal with a continued healthy growth of the Town. A comparison of the number of sewer connections with the number of water services shows only about 30% of the buildings in the Town served by the sewer system. This suggests that particular effort, perhaps, should be made to extend the sewer system and make its benefits more gener- ally available to the inhabitants. It is interesting to compare the increase in number of water and sewer services since 1925 when there were 1,600 water services and 214 sewer services. On Decem- ber 31, 1936, there were 2,574 water services and 769 sew- er services. This shows an increase of 974 water services compared with 555 sewer connections during eleven years. In other words, the development or availability of the water system has increased nearly twice as fast as the develop- ment of the sewer system during this period. Few complaints or requests have come to my atten- tion for extensions to the water system to provide inhabi- ants with the public supply. Many complaints, because of objectionable conditions where sewerage or drainage facilities are needed, have come to my attention, however. The locations of these conditions are widely scattered and not even confined to the closely developed areas beyond the existing sewer and drainage systems. The following comments and suggestions refer to the different divisions under the Department of Public Works: - ENGINEERING The present personnel in the Engineering Division is only adequate for regular routine work required by the REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC WORKS 347 different divisions, committees, and boards, and little prog- ress can be made on special studies for sewerage, drainage, and development planning. A drainage construction program, such as has been recommended for 1937, will require a large amount of en- gineering work both in the field and in the office, and in order to make satisfactory progress in necessary studies for sewer and drainage projects and take care of the other needs of engineering, I recommend that provision be made to increase the personnel of the Engineering Division as soon as funds can be made available. HIGHWAYS From my observation of the operations of the Highway Division, I am of the opinion that it is advisable to arrange for the Assistant Superintendent of Highways to devote full time to highway matters, to relieve the Superintendent of much work in connection with minor details. During the past eight months it has seemed to me that the amount of street patching required has been excessive. Nevertheless it has been impossible to prevent the forma- tion of large depressions in many streets. Also, there were several streets in need of surface treatment which could not be attended to because of insufficient funds. A recent inspection showed about fourteen miles of Town highways upon which some surface treatment should be done during the coming season. There are many locations where tar concrete sidewalks are in bad condition and extensive maintenance work is needed to prevent the formation of depressions and projec- tions which may lead to accidents to pedestrians. Some of the most used streets have very flat longi- tudinal slopes and it is practically impossible to prevent de- pressions developing along the gutters. This results in many shallow puddles after and during rains and melting snow, and vehicles are frequently driven onto the grassed shoulders. This condition can be largely eliminated by the provision of curbing, adequate drainage fixtures and re- construction of the pavement along the gutters. 348 TOWN OF LEXINGTON WATER We have studied the existing water distribution sys- tem with a view to determine the work most urgently needed. It appears to us that it is desirable to eliminate or replace most of the existing 4 -inch street mains and provide a few important connections in the near future. SEWERS The trunk line sewer was unable to carry off the sew- age and water during the floods of last Spring and steps were taken to ascertain the causes for overloading. Tests were made along Vine Brook to determine whether or not water was getting into the trunk sewer. In one location, it was found that a large quantity entered the sewer between Vine Brook Road and Massachusetts Avenue, and this situ- ation is now being remedied by the provision of a new sewer to replace the existing line. We have constructed a number of gauges which are to be installed in manholes along the sewer which will give us additional information to determine where leakage is en- tering the system. In "An Additional Report As To Proposed Construc- tion of Sewers", dated May 1, 1911, by the Board of Wa- ter and Sewer Commissioners, page 15, it states, "the sewers that have been planned as the local system are sufficient to provide for a population of 18,000 as a minimum—". We have estimated that the trunk sewer cost about $48,000.00 to install. If it were to be replaced at the pres- ent time, its cost would probably exceed $90,000.00. Since the present population served by the sewer is somewhere between 3,000 and 4,000 persons, it appears that only about one-quarter of its capacity is available because of exces- sive amounts of infiltration and leakage. It is therefore concluded that it is well worthwhile to expend some funds to locate and reduce the leakage to reasonable amounts to make a larger proportion of the capacity available for use for sewage. If this can be done, facilities can be provided for considerable areas, now in need of sewerage, without the early construction of an expensive additional trunk line sewer. REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC WORKS 349 PARKS AND PLAYGROUNDS There is an increasing demand for recreational facili- ties and the progressive program followed by your Park and Playground Division should be continued. One very much needed improvement is an enclosed athletic field on the park property adjacent to the Center Playground. Consideration should also be given towards providing a field house with toilet facilities at the Center Playground at an early date. SHADE TREE AND MOTH The foliage of trees along our streets and in the parks showed less injury by pests during the past season than in any nearby localities coming under the observation of the writer. This shows the result of care and attention by our Shade Tree and Moth Divisions. DRAINAGE AND BROOKS The Vine Brook problem is becoming more pressing, and it is recommended that a start be made toward the improved channel to lessen flooding in the near future. If the Town will provide its share toward the cost, material assistance can be obtained from Federal Funds, probably both from the Works Progress Administration and the Pub- lic Works Administration. Substantial progress has already been made with the use of Federal Funds toward the improvement of Mill and Clematis Brooks. These projects will continue, and it is ex- pected that by the end of 1937, extensive improvements will have been completed. Improvements are needed along North Lexington Brook and others where the assessed valuation of land has been reduced in years past because of claims of damage to crops resulting in a lessening of value to the owners. There are a number of locations where drainage of streets is entirely inadequate. We have recommended to you, in another report, that a program be started in 1937 to take care of the most urgent of these situations. W. P. A, The Works Progress Administration projects have been in operation under the direction of the Assistant Su- perintendent of Highways. The four most outstanding pro - 350 TOWN OF LEXINGTON jects during the past year were Lincoln Street Drainage, Center Playground Skating Rink, Mill Brook Channel and Clematis Brook Channel. These projects have given em- ployment to a large number of men and have provided per- manent valuable improvements for the Town. TOWN OFFICE BUILDING AND CARY MEMORIAL BUILDING Little has been expended towards the repair and main- tenance of the Town Office and Cary Memorial Buildings during 1936. Painting of the outside iron and wood work and caulking around the windows and doors to reduce the expense of heating should be done, and considerable could be done to advantage on the interiors, refinishing floors and cleaning and painting walls. The roof of the Cary Memo- rial Building where shingles have become loosened should be attended to and minor repairs to the wood work are needed. PUBLIC WORKS BUILDING Improvements to the driveways at the Public Works Building would improve the appearance of the grounds and eliminate the formation of bad holes and puddles which occur each year. It will be necessary to extend the drain which now discharges at the edge of the dump since it will otherwise become stopped up as the dump progresses. Consideration should be given to the provision of fa- cilities for housing snowplow equipment which, during the past season, remained out of doors after its use last win- ter. I recommend another building capable of housing the snowplow equipment and providing sufficient space to ac- commodate the storing and mixing of road patching mate- rials. The accommodations for office space in the Highway side of the building should be enlarged to provide room for a drawing table and better heating facilities. The sprinkler system in the Public Works Building was installed about thirty-three years ago. Some trouble has been experienced from leaks due to rusting of the pipes and it will probably soon be necessary to install a new sys- tem. Plans are being studied to reduce the heated space at the building to decrease the heating cost. REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT OF PUBLIC WORKS 351 TRAFFIC CONTROL A report is now in progress for the improvement of the traffic Iights in Lexington Center to improve the conditions at Depot Park, Waltham Street and Meriam Street, and estimates will be submitted at an early date. Complaints have been received concerning the traffic lights at Watertown Street and the new State Highway. It is expected that this situation will be improved when the construction of Watertown Street west of the State High- way shall have been completed. At Pleasant Street and Massachusetts Avenue traffic moves at high speed and pedestrians are often required to wait some time in order to cross, and consideration should be given to the installation of regulating lights at this point. Many of the highways in the Town have insufficient warning and advisory signs, and funds should be found to improve this condition. STREET LIGHTS No extensive changes have been made in the street lights in Lexington during 1936. Twelve 80 candle power lights have been added and two discontinued. A report is being prepared concerning the lighting of Massachusetts Avenue between Woburn Street and East Lexington which will shortly be submitted. ACKNOWLEDGMENT I wish to acknowledge your cordial co-operation and helpful advice and the willing assistance of Town officials and employees. Respectfully, JOHN W. RAYMOND, JR., Supt. of Public Works. 352 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF THE HIGHWAY DIVISION DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS December 31, 1936. To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen: The Highway Division submits the following report for the year ending December 31, 1936: At the end of 1936 the mileage of the highway system in the Town of Lexington was 63.84 miles, divided as follows: State Highways Bituminous Macadam Reinforced Concrete (2 course) 7.27 miles (1 course) ...._.._...._._.. 3.77 miles Town Highways Bituminous Macadam (2 course) ....._ 11.16 miles Bituminous Macadam (1 course) _.._......._ 3.55 miles Gravel, dirt (surface treated) 36.34 miles Gravel, dirt (untreated) .. 1.75 miles Total 63.84 miles • HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE Under the Highway Maintenance appropriation, in ad- dition to the general work of cleaning and patching, there is included the maintenance of road pavements, sidewalks, drains, guard rail and fences. This appropriation also pro- vides the funds to take care of the necessary overhead for construction, snow removal, and miscellaneous appropria- tions under the Highway Department supervision. Pavement Maintenance: During the year 1936 we have expended approximately 25 per cent of our Highway Maintenance appropriation for REPORT OF THE HIGHWAY DIVISION 353 pavement maintenance. One and eighty-four hundredths (1.84) miles of street pavement were scarified and reshaped in the following locations: Bloomfield Street ......................_.._........._4333 square yards Lincoln and Weston Streets 2238 square yards Lowell Street and Westminster Avenue........_..._.._...............,,...._..._......._7336 square yards Spring Street ..... ........ ._.......... .._...._..... .._2940 square yards Vine Brook Road 897 square yards Sub -total: 17744 square yards This type of maintenance is done where the road sur- face is badly cracked and out of shape. The existing pave- ment is scarified, reshaped, given a light coat of gravel, bound with two coats of asphaltic oil and covered with pea - stone. Due to lack of drainage and poor sub -soil conditions, it is impossible to accurately determine the life of this type of maintenance, but it can be roughly estimated at seven years. Three and eleven hundredths (3.11) miles of pave- ment were honed in the following locations : Allen Street .....__ 3286 square yards Blossom Street _ . 4160 square yards Elfin Avenue ....._.._..._......._ ............._,......... 1405 square yards Grant Street 5238 square yards Hancock Street ..... .................. 1913 square yards Mass. Avenue 6889 square yards Plainfield Street ......................._......_ 1278 square yards Sheridan Street 819 square yards Sherman Street .............._......._.._..._......._...._1866 square yards Vine Street_.............................._........._.._........_3257 square yards Woburn Street . ........... .................._....... ,,.... 6605 square yards Sub -total: .................... _....,,.............. 36717 square yards Maintenance under this method requires a light appli- cation of cut-back asphalt applied in the ratio of .25 to .33 gallons per square yard and covered with approximately 25 pounds of coarse sand. A multiple blade road maintainer is drawn over the surface, mixing the sand and asphalt. The resulting material is levelled into the depressions im- proving the riding qualities of the road, in addition to seal- ing the cracks. This type of maintenance is considerably cheaper than scarifying and reshaping, and is done on 354 TOWN OF LEXINGTON streets which are not badly misshapen but where serious cracks exist. The anticipated life of this type of mainten- ance can be estimated between three and five years, although some authorities recommend that three surface treatments be applied in consecutive years. The total maintenance of both types, including that done under Chapter 90, is less than seven miles. As there are 52.80 miles of town highways which we maintain, it would take approximately eight years to cover the entire town. This is not comparable to the service which we can anticipate from our maintenance, and more money should be expended along these lines. miscellaneous Work: Under this appropriation we also carried on cleaning, patching, drainage maintenance, sidewalk maintenance, and emergency work. The Highway Department made the ne- cessary surface replacements following construction and service work done by the Water Department, Sewer De- partment, and the Arlington Gas Company. CHAPTER 90 MAINTENANCE This year the town received aid from the State and County for the maintenance of highways constructed under Chapter 90 of the General Laws. This money was expended on Concord Avenue, Massachusetts Avenue, and Waltham Street; and miscellaneous work on cleaning, brush cutting, and repairs to guard rail was done on all streets construc- ted under this Act. CHAPTER 90 CONSTRUCTION Lincoln Street: The construction of Lincoln Street from Marrett Road to Massachusetts Avenue was completed with the exception of the final grading of shoulders and the installation of a small amount of guard rail. The surface, totaling 19,600 square yards, was constructed according to the specifications of the Warren penolithic pavement. In addition to the roadway construction, the following drainage was installed with W.P.A. labor : 12" vitrified clay pipe .....___..._......_._......._._.. 1130 lineal feet 18" vitrified clay pipe....._...........m..._......_...... 666 Lineal feet REPORT OF THE HIGHWAY DIVISION 24" vitrified clay pipe m.._ 146 lineal feet 12" reinforced concrete pipe ........... 1192 lineal feet 15" reinforced concrete pipe ............ _ 432 lineal feet Catch Basins ...,....._......__....._.....__......._26 ManHoles ....._...............•..._ ...._...._._11 355 Watertown Street: The construction of the intersection of the Concord Turnpike and the southerly section of Watertown Street was started, but due to the unfavorable weather conditions this work was discontinued, and will be completed in 1937. BETTERMENT STREET CONSTRUCTION Tower Road, Richard Road, and Plymouth Road: Sections of Tower Road, Richard Road, and the entire length of Plymouth Road were constructed under the Bet- terment Act. These roads were built under the usual spe- cifications for a one -course penetration pavement. Drainage 12" plain concrete pipe 24" plain concrete pipe 10" cast iron pipe ....._......._._._...._.._._ ............... Catch Basins ._.._......._.._... •... ....•..........,., ManHoles .... _..._.........._._ ......................,,......, 4140 square yards 1453 lineal feet 65 lineal feet 75 lineal feet 21 3 Hibbert Street: Although Hibbert Street has been accepted, and an appropriation made for its construction at the March meet- ing, the work has been postponed until the Town of Arling- ton has made a definite start on the construction of its sec- tion of the street. BETTERMENT SIDEWALK AND CURBING CONSTRUCTION The Highway Department constructed 213.8 square yards of 4" granolithic sidewalk and 91.8 square yards of 6" granolithic driveways on Bedford Street. In addition, 562.5 feet of 5"x16" granite curbing was installed in the same location. 356 TOWN OF LEXINGTON SNOW AND ICE REMOVAL During the year 1936 there were two major snow- storms with a depth of approximately 13" each. Fifty per cent of the expense of snow removal is absorbed by labor concentrated primarily on the lifting of snow in the re- quired sections, and working with the horse-drawn side- walk plows in cleaning sidewalks and unaccepted streets. Economic snow removal is dependent upon adequate equip- ment to satisfactorily handle any storm. In order to lower the labor cost of snow removal we should purchase a snow - loader and a tractor equipped with a snowplow and bull- dozer. With economic conditions changing and men re- turning to private industry, it is going to be to the advan- tage of the town to purchase this equipment in the near future. MISCELLANEOUS APPROPRIATIONS The appropriations of Traffic Regulation and Control, Care of Dumps and Removal of Ashes, and Street Signs were entirely maintenance accounts, and, therefore, no new work was done along these lines in 1936. After carefully investigating five makes of road ma- chines, we finally decided to purchase an Austin -Western Sr. 77 motor grader. This piece of equipment has given us a season of very satisfactory work, and we anticipate obtaining satisfactory service from it during the winter on snow work. At the December town meeting an appropriation was made for the purchase of a truck for the Highway Depart- ment. After deliberating on four makes, we finally pur- chased a one and one-half ton Federal truck. CONCLUSION After making a survey of the number of miles and types of pavement in the highway system in Lexington and considering the various phases of work which has been done, it is evident that sufficient sums were not appropriated for maintenance. Although considerable sidewalk construction was done in 1935 and paid for from the Highway Maintenance ac- count, there has, as a general rule, been a minimum of REPORT OF THE HIGHWAY DIVISION 357 maintenance done along these lines, particularly on the old tar sidewalks. Our Betterment Sidewalks, which are of granolithic construction, are built under specifications de- veloped by the Public Works Department some years ago. We believe that it would be to the advantage of the town to consider specifications for bituminous concrete sidewalks, in addition to the granolithic type, particularly for residen- tial sidewalk construction. During the past year we have had occasion to contact many of the State Engineers in the Brighton office, and I wish to thank them for their cooperation and suggestions in carrying out this year's work. I also appreciate the co- operation which the Superintendents of the other depart- ments have given me, and I cannot close this report with- out mentioning the loyalty of the men associated with me on the Highway Department, Respectfully submitted, WILLIAM C. PAXTON, JR. Supt. Highway Division. 358 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF THE PARK DIVISION DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS December 31, 1936. To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen : Every person is supremely interested in the story of his own experiences, and he should be grateful to all who have helped provide the opportunity, and to those who co- operated with him so that he could make progress in ac- complishing his chief ambition and that which was upper- most in his ideals. It is with profound gratitude that I acknowledge my indebtedness for the degree of confidence given, for the trust imposed, for the friendliness shown, and for the op- portunity to show my appreciation by public service. Common. The Common, or what is known as the Battle Green by most visitors or tourists who frequent this sacred spot during the year, has received the usual care and main- tenance. The turf stood up well after the very dry season. The flag on the liberty pole has been flown every day. Dur- ing the next year, some attention will be given to the boul- der and rockery which supports the Captain Parker statue as the boulder on which it is mounted has two cracks which seem to be getting larger each year. Buckman Tavern. This park which is inseparable from the Common was given its usual care and maintenance. It was our intention to reloam a section of this park in 1936, but it was impossible due to lack of funds. Tower Park. As years go by, this park area proves more valuable as it has become a haven and a place for re- pose for mothers and their children and it is frequented in REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT OF PARKS 359 larger numbers each year. It has remarkable possibilities with its grove and open spaces combined. If it is possible, I would advise oiling the low wet area in the easterly sec- tion to aid in the control of the mosquito nuisance. Triangles, Circles, etc. All triangles and circles at street intersections which come under the jurisdiction of this division were mowed and cleaned as usual. Center Playground. During the past year, about two and one-half acres of waste land was reclaimed and put in- to condition so it may be used for a parking area and a place for skating activities. A two -hundred foot square was completed and is in use at the present time. This work was completed with Government funds and was located so as not to interfere with the proposed enclosed athletic field. Park Drive was repaired from the Clarke Street culvert in a westerly direction for approximately 400 feet. Gravel was spread a foot deep, levelled, and rolled, and a coat of 45% asphaltic oil was applied. The Highway Department will apply a coat of asphalt and peastone in 1937. Two tennis courts were resurfaced with a cork as- phalt material. Two sections of the old hen wire fences surrounding these courts were replaced with cyclone fab- ric, galvanized posts and rails. With proper care, this fence should last indefinitely. In the spring and fall of the year, this playground is so crowded with school children that there is not room for them to properly enjoy the facilities ; consequently, they have to use the field on alternate days, and the adult and over -the -school-age boys and girls have no place to partici- pate in athletic activities. Therefore, we believe that it is really time that something was done to remedy this situation. North Lexington Playground. No work of a construc- tion nature was attempted, but the maintenance was kept up. East Lexington Playground. A skating area in the lowlands in the southern section has been started with Gov- ernment funds. Although this will not be completed and ready for use this winter, we plan to dedicate it in the fall of 1937. 360 TOWN OF LEXINGTON This section of the town is very much in need of more tennis area and money will be asked for in the 1937 budget for the purpose of building another court. Skating Areas. The following areas were cleaned and maintained for skating : Kinneen's Pond, Lexington Reser- voir, Hatch's Pond, and the Play Pond at the Center Play- ground. A ski trail has been cleared out on the hill near Kin- neen's Pond. A survey of the use of this ski trail will be taken this winter and, if found advisable, we will make another ski trail on the southeasterly side. In order to clear off and keep these skating areas in condition for good skating, more equipment than we have now will be necessary. This will require a tractor and ro- tary brush. The average attendance and number of skating days compared favorably with last year. RECREATION AND PLAYGROUND ACTIVITIES THE CENTER PLAYGROUND PERSONNEL: Supervisor: Instructors: Tennis Instructor: Music Instructor: Attendants at Pool Clerk: Playground Cup Award. EDWARD READEL JOHN MARA BETTY NOURSE FLORENCE CASWELL GEORGE MORSE ROSE ELLA CUNNINGHAM : RICHARD COUDREY RUTH CUSTANCE MARY MERCADANTE BETTY LEWIS Craft Work. Supervised craft work was enjoyed by the boys and girls every morning from 9 to 11. They made rings, bracelets, and head bands from amberol; pocket- books, bill folds, and key cases from leather ; and trays, dishes, bracelets, and head bands from aluminum. Because craft work seems so interesting and popular among the children, it might be well next year to have two separate craft periods, one for the older children in the morning, and one for the younger children in the afternoon. REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT OF PARKS 361 Games and Sports. Volley ball, the new game intro- duced to the boys and girls last summer, was enjoyed as well as dodge ball, baseball, spud, tennis, ping-pong, and other games during the active game periods. Although no outside competition was offered in baseball, fine com- petitive games were played between East Lexington and the Center. A girls' volley ball team was formed and competed with the East Lexington team. The latter team was the victor in both games played. Two ping-pong tables were added to the equipment, and were greatly used throughout the summer. For the coming season a larger quantity of ping-pong balls would be greatly appreciated by the players. Music Project. This past summer, a committee of cit- izens headed by Mrs. William G. Potter as chairman, spon- sored a Music Program at the Center Playground. Miss Rose Ella Cunningham's services were obtained to give lessons in music appreciation. Classes were held four af- ternoons and one morning each week for a period of eight weeks. During this time 47 children registered for instruc- tion. Of this number 50 % kept up their class work to the end of the season. The daily average attendance was 15. Instruction was given in music appreciation, making musi- cal instruments such as tambourines, tom-toms, drums, etc., and learning to play the instruments which were made by the children during the craft hour. This new project has great possibilities of giving to those who are otherwise deprived of any musical instruc- tion a good chance to participate in music. It not only gives the children an opportunity to appreciate music but also gives them an opportunity to see how the different in- struments are made. It has been noted that in order to make this program successful, great patience and much time has to be devoted to it, and in a program held out-of- doors in the wide open spaces it is utterly impossible to get the children to concentrate on too serious a program. This project will be much easier to handle when we have a field house where the children who are interested in this acti- vity will be able to concentrate without any interference from other recreations taking place on the field. A "Musi- cal" was given August 24 to show what had been accom- 362 TOWN OF LEXINGTON plished in these classes during the summer. Unfortunately, owing to weather conditions, this was a postponed date and came on the same day as the children visited Canobie Lake. The program was late in getting started and no previous arrangements were made for lighting effects, but a few automobile owners very generously threw their headlights on the stage. Miss Cunningham deserves a great deal of credit for doing such a splendid piece of work. The greater part of the expense of this project was supplied by public donation. Special Activities. On Lunch Day, generally Thurs- day, all children brought their lunches, after which they enjoyed a surprise program consisting of a scavenger hunt, a treasure hunt, or an amateur show. The mid -summer field day was held on the morning of July 31, and the final field day was held on August 18 with contestants from North and East Lexington. The number of participants was large and they showed their joy and interest by their competitive spirit and eagerness to do well. On August 12 at 8:30 P. M. the annual pageant, "Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves" was presented. One week of rehearsing, making costumes, and collecting properties was sufficient time to get ready for the presentation of this suc- cessful and colorful affair. An estimated attendance of 2500 people saw this pageant. We feel greatly indebted to the Lexington Fire Department for the use of their lighting apparatus, to Mr. William G. Potter for the use of a large canvas which made an effective cave, and to Mr. Tobin for furnishing the paint used in making the jars for the thieves. The children who attended the playground for more than half of the playground season had the opportunity to go on the outing to Canobie Lake Park on August 24. The East Lexington and North Lexington members were in- cluded on this trip. All of the children enjoyed themselves either on the roller coaster, merry-go-round, or on the roll- er skating rink. The final water circus, which was first presented a few years ago, successfully repeated this year with added fea- tures. Mr. Archibald Giroux presented the various play- ground awards at this time. REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT OF PARKS 363 Playground Enrollment _.._ .. 216 Total Attendance ..,.... T... _,, _ m,, ._ 6175 Total Number of craft articles made _......................_. 272 SWIMMING POOL The Swimming Pool activities were carried on using the class program that was put in effect when the pool was first opened. This system is so satisfactory that other towns have adopted it. Following are the names of the winners of swimming awards. MARATHON SWIM AWARDS Diantha Jackson, John Nici LEGION AWARDS FOR SWIMMING ADVANCEMENT Mary Eichorn, James Cumming Year 1930 1931 1932 1933 1934 1935 1936 JUNIOR LIFE SAVING AWARDS John Fitzgerald, Paula Franks Diantha Jackson, Alice Jones Betty Lewis, Jean Smith William Collins, Ralph Coudrey Spencer Johnson, Alfred Kargaard Charles Schuh, Richard Ross SENIOR LIFE SAVING AWARDS Edna Smith, Robert Eichorn Francis Rocque, Douglas Wiggit POOL STATISTICS Number Number of Registered Visits 1250 10,560 1160 1210 1262 1245 1253 1164 10,849 11,868 10,465 11,275 10,706 11,200 Number Number Who Learned Passing R. C To Swim Life Saving Test 34 2 47 69 43 55 34 49 '7 13 12 9 12 16 364 TOWN OF LEXINGTON TENNIS REPORT When tennis instructions were first begun in 1934 at the Center Playground enthusiasm for the activity was so high that it spread to the East Lexington Playground where instructions were given at least one afternoon a week. This year North Lexington children requested instructions and one afternoon a week was given over to them. It was evident during the whole season that both boys and girls were trying hard and all were learning the les- sons of fair play, sportsmanship, courtesy to one's opponent, control of temper, and how to take defeat gracefully. Whe- ther there were any Donald Budges or Alice Marbles in the making was of secondary importance ; character -building was going on. In order to present a picture of tennis activity over the 3 -year period for 1934, 1935, 1936, a table is submitted to show the approximate average attendance at the three playgrounds. Allowance has been made for rainy days, absences when excused for participation in other play- ground activities, and credit given for missed instruction if made up. Frequently, classes took on a mixed appearance as boys and girls took their lessons together. Particularly was this true at East and North Lexington. AVERAGE TENNIS ATTENDANCE Year Center East Lex. North Lex. Boys Girls Boys Girls Boys Girls 1934 17 19 9 15 1935 15 14 10 16 — — 1936 16 13 9 17 11 5 Total 60 55 71 Stress should be laid at this time upon the success of the program as a whole. It is the instructor's opinion that the teaching of tennis to the boys and girls of Lexington is accomplishing two things : I. It is making better tennis players. 2. It is making better citizens. The adult program was carried on as in the past year running singles, doubles, and mixed doubles tournaments for the championship of the playgrounds. There were many more entries this year than in the preceding years. REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT OF PARKS 365 It is the aim of this division to continue to build on the foundation which has been laid, and to that end it is rec- ommended that a full -tithe tennis instructor be appointed in 1937. EAST LEXINGTON PLAYGROUND PERSONNEL. Supervisor: FRANCIS KELLEY Instructor: FLORENCE ARCHIBALD Playground Cup Award. IDA BANKS The season of 1936 at the East Lexington Playground opened Monday, June 22, for a nine -week period, and closed August 22. The addition of a male instructor these past two sea- sons was a great advantage as the children in this section of the town have shown that they are practically 100% playground minded. Too much credit cannot be given to the instructors for the work that they have done this past season, realizing the difficulties they have to work under. The general program for the day consisted of tourna- ments, girls' and boys' baseball, ping-pong, and volley ball in the morning, and story telling, junior and senior crafts, and free play in the afternoon. Each Tuesday and Thurs- day morning, the girls were transported to the swimming pool at the Center Playground, and the boys were trans- ported in the afternoon. Wednesdays, each child brought his lunch and enjoyed a picnic after which the children had treasure hunts, scavenger hunts, or races. Tournaments in the form of elimination matches were held in croquet, horseshoes, jackknife, jackstones, tennis, ping -pang, and checkers. Ping-pong, introduced as a new game this year, met with great enthusiasm. Mr. Kenneth H. Dunham donated a bowling alley and also a shuffle board set for which we are very grateful. There was keen competition and great enthusiasm shown in the baseball and volley ball games with the Cen- ter Playground. Both boys and girls were very much in- terested in these sports and would have liked more games with the Center Playground. 366 TOWN OF LEXINGTON The mid-season field day was held on the mornings of August 7 and 8. Events such as potato races, baseball throws, dashes, etc., were planned for the children of all ages. The final field day was held with the Center at the Center Playground on August 18. Craft articles made this year included bookmarks, dish- es, holders, string bags, needlebooks, leather work, woven mats, doll's cradles, rings, and knitted articles. On August 19 at 8 :00 P. M. the second annual dramatic performance "Rip Van Winkle" was presented. Two weeks were spent in preparation and a majority of regular atten- dants of the playground were kept busy. On August 24 the East Lexington Playground was represented by 56 of its faithful members at the outing at Canobie Lake. Playground Enrollment ....._..._._..........-.........---._........... 265 Total Attendance ....._.._..._._...r......._ ......_.._.._,.,,......,....... ,,,.. 1291 Average Daily Enrollment _..___...._...._ ........................ .... 90 Total Number transported to Pool ._ _..._.._ 3590 Total Number of craft articles made 241 NORTH LEXINGTON PLAYGROUND PERSONNEL. Instructor: DOROTHY CUMMING Playground Cup Award. JULIA CUCCINELLO The North Lexington Playground opened June 29 for the third season. To get the most out of this playground it is obvious that a male instructor should be appointed. Provision is being made in our 1937 budget to make more use of the lower part of the playground leading off Valley Road. I believe arrangements could be made to hire Mrs. Wheeler's garage for the storage of playground equip- ment. This would also give the children toilet facilities which are needed very badly. The daily program consisted of active games and tour- naments in the morning, and nature study, story telling, and a craft hour in the afternoon. One day a week was known as picnic day and the children brought their lunches and spent the whole day at the playground. Volley ball was a new gc.me on this playground and became very popular. REPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT OF PARKS 367 A mid -summer field day was held on July 31. The children enjoyed a corn roast with their lunches and spent the afternoon running various races in which there was keen competition. A craft exhibition was held on August 13 at which time the different articles were judged and given first, sec- ond, and third places. The final field day at North Lexington was held Aug- ust 13 with tournaments and games played in the morning. The afternoon was devoted to a pet show, a costume parade, and a doll carriage parade. The children enjoy such an af- fair and are very willing to cooperate. The children attended the final field day at the Center Playground on August 18 and 50 per cent of them went to the outing to Canobie Lake on August 24. PlaygroundEnrollment .....................,».,........,,»,.. ..,-.,.........,,_117 Total Attendance ............... 1207 Average Daily Attendance32 Total Number of craft articles made 167 CONCLUSION In conclusion, I wish to thank all those who contributed to make the playground season so successful, especially Mrs. Potter and her Music Committee, and the Lexington Fire Department for assisting in the lighting effects at both our pageants. Without their cooperation and the assistance rendered by the Superintendents of the other town departments it would be impossible to carry on our permanent improve- ments to such an extent as we have. Respectfully submitted, JOHN J. GARRITY, Superintendent of Park Division. 368 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF WATER AND SEWER DEPARTMENT December 31, 1936 To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen : I have the honor to submit my first report as Acting Superintendent of the Water and Sewer Department for the year ending December 31, 1936. The following statistics reveal the work that has been completed : WATER DEPARTMENT General Information Length of pipe in streets, 68.61 miles. Number of services, 25574, Number of hydrants, 537. System built in 1886 by the Lexington Water Company. Town purchased system in 1895. Entered Metropolitan Water System in 1903. Concrete standpipe of 550,000 gallon capacity abandoned in 1934. New steel standpipe of 1,000,000 gallon capacity erected in 1934. Range of static pressure in mains, 27 to 115 lbs. Total water consumption for year, 244,309,000 gallons. Average daily water consumption for 1936, 667,500 gallons. Average daily water consumption per capita for 1936, 59 gallons. Number of meters in use, 2661. Population 10,813, (1935). Amount received for water sold, $70,581.04. Total water maintenance receipts, $76,100.19. Total water maintenance expenditures, $63,332.15. Total cost service installations and supplies, $2,088.91. Balance transferred to Water Department Available Surplus Account, $12,314.10. *Cost of water main extensions, $10,083.77. *Includes the rental of Town equipment. REPORT OF WATER AND SEWER DEPARTMENT 369 Size 16" 12" 10" 8" 6" 4" EXTENT OF PIPING SYSTEM JANUARY 1, 1937 Feet 4,382 47,158 17,548 72,826 195,256 25,113 Total..._ .... ............._.._...._.. _..,,...._ 362,283 1936 WATER CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION Number of feet of water mains installed, 3692. Number of feet of water mains renewed, 1820. Number of feet of 4" water mains abandoned, 1820. Number of services installed, 43. Number of services renewed, 9. Work orders completed, 842. Meters repaired and tested, 316. Hydrants replaced, 5. Hydrants removed, 3. New hydrants installed, 10. STREET CONSTRUCTION WORK Street AbbottRoad .....,,..._..........._...................-....»....__........_.._ *Blake Road _....,,......_..., .._....,...___...._...._...._..._..... *Blake Road ....,.....»..., ...._.._... _ ......_.._. Bloomfield Street (replacement of 4" main) Eustis Street (replacement of 4" main) ......... KimballRoad ....._...._..........._...._..__..............._..............,,.. LowellStreet _..._...._...._...._...._...._.... ..--------.._.......__ _..,.. *Preston Road..._........».,,.».._....._....__.._...._..__..... **Taft Avenue Number of Feet 254 268 610 1371 449 51 197 349 143 * Laid by contractor for Lexington Trust Company. ** Laid in same trench with sewer main. TOTALS 197 feet 2" Average cost per foot. *** 522 11 6" M » » ***1459 11 8" 143 " 10" 1371 " 12" 11 b 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 1) ,, Size 6" 6" 8" 12" 8,1 8" 2" 8" 10" $2.32 3.39 3.72 4.27 4.59 Total cost of construction ........... .._.... .._......___... $10,083.77 370 TOWN OF LEXINGTON ***268 feet 6" laid by Lexington Trust Company not included in average cost per foot. ****959 feet 8" laid by Lexington Trust Company not included in average cost per foot. 1 report the progress which has been made upon the recommendations of Metcalf and Eddy dated October 1928: Recommendation No. 12. Provide 12" pipe from Forest Street through Vine Brook Road, Winthrop Road and Highland Avenue, and through Bloomfield Street to Massa- chusetts Avenue. A 12" main has been laid in Bloomfield Street from Massachusetts Avenue to Highland Avenue, and the old 4" main has been abandoned. The hydrants which were connected with the 4" main have been removed and four new hydrants have been installed on the new 12" main. Recommendation No. 13. Provide 8" pipe in Eustis Street, Percy Road, Warren Street and Pelham Road. An 8" main has been laid in Eustis Street from Highland Avenue to Percy Road, replacing the old 4" main, and one hydrant has been installed. WATER MAINTENANCE The following extensions made in 1936, were made under the Betterment Assessment Act in accordance with the Town By -Laws: A 6" main has been laid in Abbott Road, from Meriam Street, for a distance of 250 feet, and one hydrant has been installed. The 8" main in Kimball Road has been extended for a distance of 51 feet. The 10" main in Taft Avenue has been extended for a distance of 143 feet. A 2" pipe has been extended in Lowell Street, from the Arlington line, northerly, for a distance of 197 feet to supply the Barrett and Hall proper- REPORT OF WATER AND SEWER DEPARTMENT 371 ties. In the past, these houses have been supplied with water by the Town of Arlington. HYDRANT INSTALLATIONS Abbott Road, at No. 3 __..._.._.._......._._............,.... Blake Road, near Henderson Road . ...,....» Near Mass. Avenue _.._... ...» ... ....... ...___...__._ AtNo. 29 ...,.».._..._....__.._...._.__........._.........__._ .._.__..._._.. AtNo. 47 ...—_...._..__...._... ___...._..__.....,... ......._._._...._..._ AtNo. 63 ...,...____..__..__._...._.__...._.._ ......_..................... Eustis Street, near Percy Road ...—........_._._...._.............. Preston Road, near Blake Road ...__.......�.._...__..,...,,_ Simonds Road, near Preston Road ..........._....... .._...._._ Watertown Street, at No. 46 .,..__.......__...._.._...._...._..._ HYDRANTS REMOVED BloomfieldStreet ...,_... ..........».,........,....._...»,........,,. ,..._.. AtNo. 40 ....._...._.__...._.. ........_......... _ ......._ __.._._ _.. AtNo. 63 ...__...._...._....__._...._....____....__._..._.. ...._.... ... Watertown Street .__...._.._..._...___.__.._...__..___...._.__.... Total number in use January, 1936 ...__...._.. ..._....__... 1936 Installations...._.._...._._._...._.__...._...._.._...._...._...._._.._ Taken out 1 1 4 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 530 10 540 3 Total number in use January, 1937 _ ..._...._ .._..,,. 537 All hydrants and gate valves have been inspected and repaired in accordance with the usual custom. Five two -nozzle hydrants have been replaced with steamer nozzle hydrants. These are located as follows : At No. 40 Hancock Street .....____..._..._..._.. Winthrop Road, near Vine Brook Road At No. 9 Plainfield Street ....._.._.._...._._._..... At No. 57 Maple Street _.._ Audubon Road, near Lincoln Street ...... 1 1 1 1 1 Total..........._...._.. ...._... ......... _._......... ..._....__ 5 SERVICES Forty three new services totaling 2,705 feet, have been installed during the year. 372 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Nine services were renewed from the curb line to the house. Seven services were found to be leaking and these were repaired by the department. METROPOLITAN WATER TAX Loan Sinking Fund ....__...._.........._..,._.........._ ' -""- MaturingBond ....._...._...._.......,. ............._..._..__..._. BondInterest ......._.._...._...._... ..... ____________ -------..._..._.........._..... Maintenance Credit ....._..,._,..._...._...._ . ............ _....... ..._._._.,,,...... Brookline Credit ....._..,.,,................_...... ___________ ......... _........ $ 723.74 7,514.12 12,833.24 8,036.99 1,130.62 Total_.............._...._..__...._...__..._.. ......._..... $30,238.71 MISCELLANEOUS WORK Prior to the reconstruction and relocation of Lincoln Street, gate boxes were brought to the proper grade and hydrants were set back to the proper line. The construction of Tower, Plymouth and Richard Roads necessitated the moving of hydrants to the proper line and the adjusting of gate boxes to the proper grade. Three hydrants have been set back to the proper line on Marrett Road where sidewalks have been constructed by the State. When necessary, snow was shovelled away from hydrants by the Water and Sewer Department employees. Because of complaints of poor pressure, 24 corporation cocks have been dug up and cleaned out during the year. Due to the extremely cold weather, 29 frozen services have been thawed out by the department. Frozen mains in North Street at Vine Brook culvert and at Maple Street, between the property of Samuel Chapman and the end of the main, were reported. It was necessary to hire a portable welding machine to thaw out these mains. Seventy-five frozen meters have been taken out and have been repaired at the Water Shop. All hydrants in the system have been painted and stenciled. Due to changes in street grades, 26 services have been lowered between the main and the curb. REPORT OF WATER AND SEWER DEPARTMENT 373 Twelve leaks occurred in services between the main and the curb. Because of the age of the pipes in these services, we found it necessary to replace them with new pipes. Five water services have been installed to vacant lots on Plymouth Road, from the main to the curb, prior to the construction of this street, to prevent excavation in the newly constructed street when these lots are developed. We have replaced one hydrant in Waltham Street, opposite Kendall Road, which was damaged and broken off when hit by a motor vehicle. The cost of this hydrant has been charged to the owner of the car. The North Street and Pleasant Street mains have been packed at the culverts to prevent freezing. The Water Department tractor and one operator worked on W. P. A. projects an average of three days each week during the year. In 1936 the Water and Sewer Department employees consisted of : 1 Water Registrar 1 Clerk 1 Draftsman (part time) 1 Meter Reader 1 Foreman (part time) 1 Meter Repair Man (part time) 3 Truck Drivers 1 Compressor Operator " 1 Pipe Layer 15 Laborers 37 51 BREAKS The break in the 6" main in Bedford Street, opposite the Middlesex and Boston Railway property, which occurred on Saturday, February 15th at 10 P.M., was caused by frost. This break was repaired during the night and the water was turned on again by 11 o'clock Sunday morning. A break in the 4" main in Sherman Street, between Grant and Sheridan Streets happened on Thursday, Febru- ary 13th at 9 P.M., and was repaired during the night. A break in the 12" main to the Standpipe, from Lincoln Street, occurred on Wednesday, February 12th at 6 P.M., and repairs were made during the night. This break was caused by a flaw in the pipe. 374 TOWN OF LEXINGTON The department repaired a leak in the 6" main in Con- cord Avenue at Waltham Street which was caused by a joint blowing out. This leak was repaired immediately. A break in the 8" main in Massachusetts Avenue, be- tween Forest and Parker Streets, was reported on February 28 at 10 P. M. We found that this was caused by a loose joint and it was repaired immediately. METERS Forty-three new meters have been added during the year, totalling, 2,661 in use. Three -hundred -sixteen meters were removed and repaired. 1932 1933 1934 1935 1936 Surplus Revenue Transferred to Water Department Available Surplus Account in the Past Five Years $10,470.87 12,072.72 7,453.96 7,034.98 12,314.10 In accordance with the provisions of Chapter 40, General Laws, Section 42a to 42f, in amendment of Chapter 391 of the Acts of 1923 of the Legislature, twenty-four (24) liens were recorded on account of non-payment of water rates, RECOMMENDATIONS We now have between two and three miles of old 4" main in use, not supplemented by larger mains, which should be replaced in the near future. Two important con- nections should be provided; namely, in East Street and Oak Street. A program should be started to replace these 4" mains and provide these connections within the next five years, which will require about $10,000.00 annually during such a period. SEWER DEPARTMENT General Information Lexington is part of the North Metropolitan Sewerage District. Entered Metropolitan System in 1915. Type of sewers, separate. REPORT OF WATER AND SEWER DEPARTMENT 375 Area tributary to existing sewer system, 3.0 miles. Total length of trunk line sewers, 3.176 miles. Total length of street sewers 15.06 mile's. Total number of house connections, 769. 1937 Sewer Assessment rate, $8.507, per linear foot. 1936 WORK Number of feet of pipe installed, 495. Number of services installed, 35; totalling 1,831 feet. Number of services repaired, 6. Number of work orders completed, 26. Amount expended for maintenance, $4,398.72. Amount expended for construction, $1,859.38. MAINTENANCE WORK The entire distribution system has been flushed twice during the year and minor leaks which were located have been repaired. One hundred -fifty feet of 8" vitrified clay pipe has been replaced by 8" second-hand cast iron pipe in Lincoln Street, between Hastings Road and Park Drive. The sewer main in this section was damaged during the construction of Lincoln Street. Therefore, to avoid further damage to the main from heavy trucks over this site, cast iron pipe has been used. CONSTRUCTION Street No. of Ft. Size *Taft Avenue ......._..,..... ..._....__. _..._...._._...._...._..... 148 8" Vine Brook Road...............„...._..._..._...._...._...__..........__.._..... 347 8" Total feet installed ...... Average cost per foot Total construction cost * Laid in same trench with water main. 495 $3.76 $1,859.38 Note : The total construction cost includes charges made by the Highway Department for the repair of trenches. TRUNK LINE REPAIRS To prevent sewage from backing up into houses on Grant Street, between Sheridan Street and Hayes Lane, it was necessary to pump from the Trunk Line Sewer man- hole at the corner of Hayes Lane and Grant Street, in March 1936. Investigation of the cause of this condition 376 TOWN OF LEXINGTON showed that there were several leaks from Vine Brook into the Trunk Line Sewer between Vine Brook Road and Massa- chusetts Avenue. Provisions are being made in our 1937 program to take care of the above situation. We found it necessary also, to raise 9 manholes in the Trunk Line Sewer to prevent surface water from flowing into the manholes. Six of these manholes are located be- tween Hayes Lane and Vine Street. Three are on the southerly side of Maple Street. MISCELLANEOUS Five sewer services have been installed to vacant lots on Plymouth Road, from the main to the curb, to obviate excavation in the newly constructed street when these lots are developed. BLOOMFIELD STREET DRAIN A 12" drain has been laid by the Water and Sewer Department, in Bloomfield Street, from Massachusetts Avenue to Eustis Street, a distance of 752 feet, with five catch basins and one manhole. We have also laid twenty-nine feet of 12" drain in Bloomfield Street, near Highland Avenue and one catch basin has been built at this point. The employees of the Water and Sewer Department have spent 457 hours in cleaning brooks at the following locations : Vine Brook, from Vine Brook Road to Hayes Lane. Sickle Brook, from Pleasant Street, through the Wilson property to Massachusetts Avenue. Clematis Brook, from Stedman Road to Bridge Street. CONCLUSION I wish to extend my thanks and appreciation to all the departments and others, who, through their splendid co- operation, have assisted me in maintaining the high stand- ard of the Water and Sewer Department established by my predecessor. Respectfully submitted, JOSEPH A. Ross Acting Superintendent of Water & Sewer Department. REPORT OF W.P.A. REPORT OF W.P.A. 377 December 31, 1936. To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen : We herewith submit the following W. P. A. report for the year ending December 31, 1936. The W. P. A. office has submitted to the Federal Government twenty-five orig- inal and five supplementary project proposals which have been sponsored by the Town. The list of projects submitted and their present status is as follows : Projects Completed. Lincoln Street Drainage, Wal- tham Street Sidewalks, Mill Brook Drainage, Topographical Survey, Insect and Pest Control, Center Playground Skating Rink, Sidewalk Snowplows Construction, and a Sewing Proj ect. Projects Now in Operation. Clematis Brook Drainage, Copying Old Town Records, East Lexington Playground Skating Rink, Tree Trimming and Surgery, Card Index System for various departments, Mill Brook Drainage (sup- plement) , Sewing Project (supplement) , Topographical Survey (supplement), and in addition to these projects we also have a National Youth Project operating. Projects Accepted by the Government but not yet in Operation. Westview Cemetery, a survey and layout of avenues and burial lots ; deepening, widening and riprap- ping Brown's Brook from the Boston and Maine Railroad property westerly a distance of 862 feet; Washington Street Drain, construction of 200 feet of drain with necessary catch basins and manholes. Projects Rejected. The following projects have been rejected for various reasons either by the Federal Govern - 373 TOWN OF LEXINGTON ment or by the Town ; Shade Street Pest Control, Library Project, Water Pipe Replacement, North Hancock Street Drain, Grove Street Widening, High School Grounds DeveI- opment, and the Winning Farm Mosquito Control Project. COMPLETED, PROJECTS A brief summary of the year shows that the W. P. A. forces have completed : Waltham Street Sidewalk. A section of sidewalk, grass plot, and retaining walls between the driveway to the Ryder Estate and Marrett Road, a distance of 1430 feet on Waltham Street. Lincoln Street Drain. A drainage system was com- pleted from Marrett Road to Hastings Road on Lincoln Street, a distance of 4750 feet, in connection with Chapter 90 street construction completed by the Highway Depart- ment on this street during the past year. The drainage system included the laying of 3566 feet of pipe, the construc- tion of 26 catch basins and 11 manholes. A large amount of the excavation on this project was through ledge. Mill Brook Drainage. The completion of Mill Brook, widening, deepening, and riprapping the bed and banks of the brook from the culvert at the East Lexington Railroad Station to the culvert at Bow Street, a distance of 2560 feet, and also the grading of a large area adjacent to the brook with excess material removed from the brook channel. This project was a continuation of an E. R. A. project. Mill Brook Drainage construction is part of the Met- calf and Eddy drainage study in regard to the East Lexing- ton district. Detailed information and plans in regard to the drainage in this district will be found in the Metcalf and Eddy Report, Volume I, to the Board of Selectmen, sub- mitted on April 30, 1936. Topographical Survey. The Topographical Survey project operating under the direction of the Town Engin- eer has completed a field survey of 1339 acres, 65% of which has been plotted and the finished plans have been added to the Topographical Survey plans already on file in the Town Engineer's office. REPORT OF W.P.A. 379 Insect and Pest Control. The Insect and Pest Control project worked in all sections of the town eliminating par- ticularly the Gypsy Moth and Tent Caterpillar. Three thousand four hundred and twenty-four acres of ground were covered, and 22,593 Gypsy Moths, 50,545 Tent Cater- pillar egg clusters, and 19,976 Tent Caterpillar webs were destroyed by the men on the project. Center Playground Skating Rink. At the Center Play- ground 3700 cu. yds. of material was excavated in an area of 40,000 sq. ft. for a skating rink, and two acres of land around the rink were fine graded and seeded. All neces- sary pipe lines, with shear gates, manholes, catch basins, a dam and a fieldstone spillway were constructed on this pro- ject to insure the proper filling and draining of the rink whenever necessary. Part of this project was planned as an athletic field for baseball and football. This phase of the project was started and 3000 cu. yds. of gravel fill was placed, spread, and levelled. Unfortunately, because of a lack of federal funds it was necessary to discontinue this part of the project. The Park Department hopes that by means of a project supplement or some other source to com- plete this field at a future date making it an enclosed field. We feel that such an enclosed field would be a great benefit to athletics in general in the town. Snowplow Construction. A project was submitted dur- ing the year at the request of the Highway Department for the construction of six sidewalk snowplows. The plows were constructed, painted, and placed at the disposal of the Highway Department. Sewing Project. During the year a Sewing Project op- erated on the second floor of the Stone Building in East Lexington. This project; supplied work for an average weekly personnel of 40 women whom it would have been im- possible to take care of otherwise. Approximately 10,000 pieces of clothing were made by the Sewing unit during the year. This clothing was sent to the Government Commis- sary at the Watertown Arsenal from which point it is dis- tributed to various towns and cities at the request of their Welfare Departments. 380 TOWN OF LEXINGTON PROJECTS IN OPERATION Clematis Brook. The W. P. A. drainage construction at Clematis Brook is a continuation of an E. R. A. project. The project proposal calls for the deepening and widening of Clematis Brook from Waltham Street 9200 feet souther- ly to beyond the new state highway. It also calls for 930 cu. yds. of riprapping from 200 feet north of Pleasant Street to 200 feet south of the new state highway. At Pleasant Street it was necessary to enlarge the culvert, to pour a reinforced concrete slab, construct concrete end walls, and to protect the culvert with guard rail. Under W. P. A. the riprapping and the Pleasant Street culvert have been completed, and excavation has been finished up- stream from Pleasant Street for a distance of 2800 feet, The drainage construction on this project is in accordance with the Metcalf and Eddy Drainage Report to the Board of Selectmen, submitted on April 30, 1936. A complete analysis and plans of the drainage situation in this area will be found in Volume I of this report. East Lexington Playground Skating Rink. This pro- ject is for the construction of a skating rink on the East Lexington Playground property in the rear of the Adams School. The finished area of the rink will cover 40,000 sq. ft. At present 60% of the area has been excavated. The flooding and draining of the rink will be controlled by two dams, one constructed at the southwest corner for flooding purposes and another at the southeast corner of the rink for drainage purposes. The water from Sickle Brook will be used to flood the rink and when necessary this brook will also be used to drain the rink. The completion of this project will provide a safe skating area for the younger children in this section of the town who are now using the Great Meadows and the Arlington Reservoir. Tree Trimming. This project was started late in the year and is now operating at the East Lexington Play- ground, trimming, pruning, and doing cavity work on shade trees. The entire project calls for trimming, pruning, re- pairing, bolting, and cavity work on 3225 trees in our pub- lic parks, playgrounds, cemeteries, and historical spots. The personnel on this project has been selected for the most part with the thought in mind that we might give some of REPORT OF W.P.A. 381 the younger men working on W. P. A. who have no special- ized training in any particular line an opportunity to learn tree surgery under competent tree surgeons and supervisors. Copying of Original Town Records. This project is now operating in the Town Clerk's office copying original town records which date from the year 1692 to 1881. Some of these records are preserved on silk. The records are very badly faded, are very difficult to read, and in a few more years would be lost to the Town forever. The records being preserved are Town Clerk's records, Town Treasur- er's reports, births, marriages, and deaths. Card Index System. This project is for setting up new and modernizing old card systems in the Welfare, Assessors, Cemetery Departments and setting up a card system show- ing records of the Old Colonial Cemetery and obtaining data from the old grave stones of which there is no record at present. The project is also for the purpose of compiling war service records and Fire Department records with ref- erence to appropriations, expenditures, engineer's personnel and a record of losses incurred each year from the formation of the town to 1900. At present work is being done on the Welfare Department card system. National Youth Project. In addition to the above pro- jects the W. P. A. office has in operation a National Youth Project which gives employment to young people between the ages of 18 and 25, whom it would otherwise be impos- sible to employ. At present, we have fifteen of these young people working on the project. Their work consists of helping in the various town offices, on the playgrounds, and at the Public Works Building, as typists, telephone opera- tors, recreational attendants, clerks, and general work. SUPPLEMENTARY PROJECTS 1N OPERATION Mill Brook Supplement. This project is a continuation of the original Mill Brook project and will complete Mill Brook drainage from Bow Street to the Lexington -Arling- ton line. Topographical Survey Supplement. With the comple- tion of the original Topographical Survey project it was deemed advisable to continue this work as far as possible 382 TOWN OF LEXINGTON with Federal funds. This type of work will prove to be of great value in future Town Planning. Sewing Project Supplement. With the completion of the original Sewing Project a supplement project was sub- mitted by the Town so that this part of our relief work might be continued. STATE WIDE PROJECTS It might be well at this time to explain this particular branch of relief work which is under the direct control of the State and which is supervised by the State Department of Public Works. The purpose of State Wide Projects is to provide work for men in the various cities and towns who otherwise could not be employed because of a full quo- ta in their various cities and towns. When Lexington's quota was filled we were able to place about 25 men on these projects. State Projects operating in Lexington were as follows: 1. Sidewalk Construction, a grass plot, and some curb- ing from Lowell Street to the Lexington -Woburn line on Woburn Street. 2. Sidewalk Construction, a grass plot, curb- ing, "and some drainage on Bedford Street from the railroad track at North Lexington to the Lexington -Bedford line. 3. Sidewalk construction and drainage on Marrett Road from Massachusetts Avenue to the Lexington -Lincoln line. 4. Sidewalk construction, a grass plot, curbing, roadside beau- tification, and some additional drainage on the new state highway from the Arlington -Lexington line to the Lexing- ton -Lincoln line. 5. Sidewalk Construction on Maple Street frorn Lowell Street to Pierce's Bridge. W. P. A. EMPLOYMENT Our high point in relief employment was reached in February, 1936, when 236 people were given W. P. A. re- lief work. Our low point for the year was reached in De- cember at which time 142 people were on the W. P. A. re- lief roll. The weekly average number of persons working on W. P. A. relief for the year was 189. REPORT OF W. P. A. 383 W. P. A. EXPENDITURES During the year the Federal Government has contrib- uted to the Town the sum of $138,149.71 for relief work. In connection with the various projects the Town expended through its Public Works Labor and Materials Account $11,958.91. It is with great pleasure that I express my apprecia- tion for the cooperation of all who have assisted in any way in the work of this department. Respectfully submitted, JOHN F, O'CONNOR, Assistant Supt. of Streets, Directing W.P.A. Projects. 384 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF SEALER OF WEIGHTS AND MEASURES December 31, 1936. TO THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen : 1 herewith submit my annual report for the year end- ing December 31st, 1936: Scales: Devices Ad- Not Con- justed Sealed Sealed demned Platform over 5,000 lbs3 Platform 100 to 5,000 lbs1 52 Counter 100 lbs. or over .__. 1 1 Counter under 100 lbs. »..,, 4 30 2 Beam 100 lbs. or over 1 Beam under 100 lbs. ..... ....»7 Spring 100 lbs. or over 9 Spring under 100 lbs. 3 70 Computing 100 lbs. or over 1 Computing under 100 lbs. _. 5 30 1 Personal weighing ...,,.,,.......,11 1 Prescription .._..__....................._ 5 1 Weights : Avoirdupois 232 Apothecary ....._.._......._.._..._......._79 Capacity Measures: Liquid _.... »....... 2 43 Auto Meas. Devices: Meters 1 in. inlet ,...... 12 79 Gasoline Pumps ...._ 6 Oil Measuring Pumps _._.. 2 8 REPORT OF SEALER OF WEIGHTS & MEASURES 385 Linear Measures: Yard Sticks ....... 20 Adjustingcharges ............_........_.._............ _.....,......_.... Sealing Fees 386 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 103.46 REPORT OF SHADE TREES AND MOTH Total........._........_.........._...._...._..__....,.... ......, .......,. $109.01 There have been 431 test weighings, 66 incorrect. I have tested and sealed the scales in the school houses, eight in all, and one scale and two pumps at the Public Works Building. Office hours are every Wednesday morning downstairs in the Town Office Building at which time scales may be tested. Respectfully submitted, CHARLES E. HADLEY, Sealer of Weights and Measures. DIVISION December 31, 1936 TO THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen : We submit herewith the report of the Deputy Tree War- den and Moth Superintendent for the year ending December 31, 1936. The year 1936 proved another favorable year for all kinds of feeding insects. Gypsy Moth conditions were gen- erally mild in the residential districts, but in the woodlands the infestation of Gypsy Moth egg clusters was heavier than it has been for several years. There was also light infesta- tion of Fall Web Worm, Satin Moth, and Fall Canker Worm. The Bag Worm, Tent Caterpillar, and Elm Leaf Beetle were in abundance, but with our new sprayer these pests were kept under control. No defoliation occurred in any part of the town except what was done in a few sections by the Bag Worm and Tent Caterpillar, but this does not constitute a serious situation. The Cottony Maple Scale showed up on our silver and white maple trees and, although it did very little harm, it will be necessary to spray these trees in the early spring. This will call for a dormant spray mixture. Practically all of our horse chestnut trees were affected by the Chestnut Blight this past season. If possible, a remedy for this con- dition will be made this coming year. We are glad to report that only four of our older trees had to be removed, two being blown over by the storms and the condition of the other two being so bad that it was con- sidered dangerous to allow them to remain standing. REPORT OF DIVISION OF TREES AND MOTHS 387 The East Lexington meadows were sprayed during the summer for mosquito control. It proved very satisfac- tory. This division again availed itself of Government funds in the treating of Gypsy Moth and Tent Caterpillar egg clusters in the woodland areas with creosote. While doing this we discovered many new infested areas. In October a notice was printed in the Lexington Min- ute -Man notifying the citizens and property owners of their responsibility regarding the Gypsy and Brown -Tail Moths and Tent Caterpillars. It was felt that this would help in suppressing these insects. It was our intention this past year to add to the per- sonnel of this division, but owing to the extra expense of supplying supervision for the pruning project carried on with Government funds, it was impossible. Provision should be made for its enlargement in the coming year. The practice of spraying elm trees in the areas where Elm Leaf Beetle has been discovered was continued again this year at very little extra expense. The Shade Tree Division planted 127 young trees dur- ing the last year. The type of tree planted this year was of a Iargar size than has been the custom of planting along our road sides. Whenever possible, we have planted new trees inside the sidewalk line and if this practice is continued, especially along newly laid -out streets, it will make a beauti- ful setting. The block plan was continued this year but only to a small degree owing to the many calls for removing debris caused by storms or pruning out deadwood that seemed dan- gerous. During the year, the trees on Shade Street were all pruned and the underbrush cut. Government funds were used for this with the exception of the supervisor whose pay was taken from the Shade Tree Division. It is really necessary that this division purchase a new small power sprayer as there are places where it is impos- sible to get with the large sprayer. 388 TOWN OF LEXINGTON This division is called upon a great many times to help in determining the ailment of trees on private property. We feel that it is not only a duty but a pleasure to be able to co- operate with tree owners and help in any way possible to preserve our trees. Many specimens of tree diseases were brought in and sent to the different laboratories for analysis to determine the ailments and remedies for them. Your Deputy has attended shade tree conferences held in Boston this year and has received much helpful informa- tion. Respectfully submitted, JOHN J. GARRITY, Deputy Tree Warden and Moth Superintendent. REPORT OF INSPECTOR OF SLAUGHTERING 389 REPORT OF INSPECTOR OF SLAUGHTERING December 31, 1936. To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen: I herewith submit my annual report for the year 1936 as Inspector of Slaughtering: A. YOUNG Swine,..._...._..__..._........_.........__...._... _ .. Veal....._..__.._...---...._..__ .._..._.. ......_.. . Sheep....._... ..»»...»....._....__... ».. ._...»..... Cattle _....,.... Total ANNIE BUNZELL Swine Veal __.._ Sheep Cattle ..._ Total GEORGE HOLMAN Swine..._...__..._.___._..._.._ ...... _...... Veal..— _ .......... -- -.._ ....,.».. _... Sheep..— .......................,.»....._._..».. »_ Cattle ... ..._ 108 89 65 5 267 946 4 5 1 956 967 41 3 3 Total_. w. ...._.. _ »»_.... ..._... .._... ..... 1014 Fourteen (14) swine and veal condemned and dis- posed of. Respectfully submitted, MATTHEW STEVENSON, Inspector of Slaughtering 390 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF SOLDIERS' RELIEF DEPARTMENT December 31, 1936. To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS. Gentlemen : I herewith submit the following report as Agent of the Board for disbursement of Soldiers' Relief, Military Aid and State Aid. SOLDIERS' RELIEF Sixteen (16) cases representing 64 persons received aid under Chapter 115 of the General Laws. The amount expended was $3,256.48. Of these 16 cases 13 cases representing 55 persons resided in Lexing- ton and 3 cases representing 9 persons resided in other cities and towns but had military or civil settlement in Lexington. Of the 16 cases representing 64 persons 7 cases rep- resenting 33 persons had at some time during the year a member on one of the Works Progress Administration pro- jects and aid under Soldiers' Relief was supplementary. COMPARISONS December 31, 1932 .....» ........... ...._........ __....... _...... December 31, 1933 ....___........ .._.... .._ December 31, 1934 ._._....._ »...»,,.._.....__ December 31, 1935 ._......._ December 31, 1936 ...._..._._... »....... ........ Families Persons 1 4 3 15 10 43 5 17 7 27 REPORT OF SOLDIERS' RELIEF DEPARTMENT 391 MILITARY AID One (1) case representing 4 persons, in addition to Sol- diers' Relief, received Military Aid in the amount of $270.- 00. STATE AID During 1936 4 cases representing 7 persons received State Aid in the amount of $260.00 for which full reim- bursement may be expected from the State upon the ap- proval of the Commissioner of State Aid and Pensions. Respectfully submitted, LAWRENCE G. MITCHELL, Agent. 392 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF TOWN PHYSICIAN December 31, 1936 To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASS. Gentlemen : Attached is my report as Town Physician of Lexington for the year ending December 31st, 1936. Last year there were 1580 patients seen, 1232 in their homes and 348 at my office. The majority of these cases were treated for illness, very few for accidents. Although conditions generally, apparently, were better than the pre- ceding year it is very apparent that the recipients of Pub- lic Welfare are relying more and more upon outside help. There seems to be very little indication for any real better- ment in economic conditions. I see no indications of any progress being made. There seems to be no self-reliance on the part of most of the people that I come in contact with and no real ability to help themselves when they could. Several children were vaccinated against smallpox be- fore being allowed to attend school and immunization against diphtheria was given to several. The usual care was provided after vaccination and immunization. No un- toward reactions occurred. There were six maternity cases taken care of at home and several others hospitalized or cared for in other ways. There are three children at the present time in the Wal- tham Hospital suffering from neglect and mal -nutrition. It is rather surprising to me that this condition can exist here but the homes that these children and others come from are among the worst that I have ever seen, dirt and filth abound- ing and the children just absolutely neglected. It would REPORT OF TOWN PHYSICIAN 393 seem to me that a trained worker would be valuable in ad- vising people how to budget their incomes so that the proper amount could be set apart for ordinary needs of food and the real necessities of life. As it is now what money they have is squandered on unnecessary articles and not a week goes by that somebody doesn't come to me to intercede with the Welfare Department to have their allowances increased. I have never felt that in any case that has come to my at- tention, although I am in close contact with conditions, that really warrants any increase in the amounts that are re- ceived. I have at all times co-operated with Mr. Mitchell and have explained conditions to him as I have found them. There have been several cases hospitalized this year, all of them serious, among them being pneumonia, gangrene, cancer and other serious conditions. As far as I can see there is no improvement in general conditions and there apparently is no change in the outlook for the coming year. Respectfully submitted, C. R. HARDCASTLE, M. D., Town Physician. 394 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF TOWN COUNSEL December 31, 1936 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 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 January 1, 1936, and proceeded as stated. (1) Charles W. Ryder v. Town of Lexington; Supe- rior, Middlesex; tort for flowage of land; ad damnum $50,000 ; pleadings completed; referred to an auditor ; hear- ings held before the auditor; auditor's report filed. (2) Charles W. Ryder, et al, Trustees of Lexington Estates Trust v. Town of Lexington; Superior, Middlesex; tort for flowage of land; ad damnum $50,000; pleadings completed; referred to an auditor; hearings held before the auditor ; auditor's report filed. (3) Robert L. Ryder, Trustee of Lexington Real Es- tate Trust v, Town of Lexington; Superior, Middlesex ; tort for flowage of land ; ad damnum $50,000; pleadings com- pleted; referred to an auditor; hearings held before the auditor; auditor's report filed. REPORT OF TOWN COUNSEL 395 (4) Donald Shea, et al, v. Town of Lexington; Third District Court of Eastern Middlesex; tort for flowage of land; ad damnum $10,000; hearings held; finding for the plaintiff $8947.60; judgment for defendant ordered by Ap- pellate Division; plaintiff appealed to Supreme Court; judgment for the defendant ordered by Supreme Judicial Court; proceedings in supplementary process against plain- tiffs on an execution for costs in District Court for Central Middlesex ; settlement of execution for costs. (5) Benjamin B. Meady v. Town of Lexington; Su- perior, Middlesex ; action of tort for damages from discharge of surface water; ad damnum $10,000; deposition taken. No proceedings during the year. (6) Town of Lexington v. Mary J. Donnelly, et al; Superior, Middlesex; bill in equity to enjoin erection of bill- board ; pleadings completed; stipulation accepted ; dismissed by consent; billboard abandoned. (7) Town of Lexington v. Charles W. Ryder; Land Court, Middlesex; foreclosure of tax title; pleadings com- pleted; agreement for redemption; partial payments re- ceived; because of default in payments notices were sent out by the Land Court to parties interested ; answers pray- ing right to redeem filed; trial; decision for plaintiff with right to redeem; payments made in redemption. (8) Harriett M. Kinsley v. County of Middlesex ; Su- perior, Middlesex; petition for damages for taking on Wood Street; pleadings completed. No proceedings during the year. (9) Thomas J. Carroll v. Town of Lexington; Supe- rior, Middlesex; action for breach of garbage contract; ad damnum $15,000; pleadings completed. No proceedings dur- ing the year. (10) Town of Lexington v. City of Boston; Superior, Middlesex; action of contract to recover welfare payments'; ad damnum $1500; pleadings completed. No proceedings during the year. (11) Town of Lexington v. City of Boston; Superior, Middlesex; action of contract to recover welfare payments; 396 TOWN OF LEXINGTON ad damnum $500; pleadings completed. No proceedings dur- ing the year. (12) George T. Smith, et als v. Town of Lexington; Superior, Middlesex; petition for assessment of damages from taking on Valley Road; appearance entered for de- fendant. No proceedings during year. (13) Harriet W. Smith v. Town of Lexington; Supe- rior, Middlesex; petition for assessment of damages from taking on Valley Road; appearance entered for defendant. No proceedings during year. (14) Barry Mead v. Town of Lexington; District Court of Central Middlesex; action of tort for personal in- juries on highway; ad damnum $300; nonsuited when reached for trial; motion to remove nonsuit allowed ; again nonsuited when reached for trial; judgment for defendant. New action brought; again nonsuited when reached for trial. (15) Town of Lexington v. Leo A. Bornstein, et al ; Superior, Middlesex; bill in equity to enjoin violation of zoning by-law and building by-law; pleadings completed; trial; decision for plaintiff; motion for new trial heard and denied; time for appeal not expired. (16) Town of Lexington v. Alfred C. Brousseau; Su- perior, Middlesex; bill in equity to enjoin violation of zoning by-law; settled by agreement for replanting denuded area secured by surety bond; bill in equity to enforce agreement ; trial ; decree for plaintiff ; petition for contempt filed and heard ; final order postponed to permit negotiations for set- tlement. (17) Patrick Shanahan v. County Commissioners of Middlesex County; Superior, Middlesex; petition for dam- ages for highway taking on Pleasant Street; appearance entered for defendant; settled. (18) Patrick Shanahan v. County Commissioners of Middlesex County; Superior, Middlesex ; petition 'for dam- ages for highway taking on Pleasant Street ; appearance en- tered for defendant; settled. (19) Anthony Ross v. Town of Lexington; District Court of Central Middlesex; action of contract to recover REPORT OF TOWN COUNSEL 397 for work and materials furnished in 1930; judgment for plaintiff $1712.38 ; execution issued; settled. (20) Edgar F. Scheibe v. Town of Lexington; Su- perior, Middlesex; action of tort for trespass during high- way construction; ad damnum $20,000 ; pleadings complet- ed. No proceedings during the year. (21) University Trust Company v. Town of Lexing- ton; Superior, Middlesex; two cases; petitions for assess- ment of damages of Scheibe's mortgagee in the widening of Lincoln Street. (22) Thirteen tax title foreclosures against Charles W. Ryder, et als; Land Court; trial of nine cases; decision for plaintiff ; appeal to Supreme Judicial Court ; argued ; de- cision reserved. (23) Petition in Land Court for registration of title to property taken by foreclosure of a tax title, Grove Street ; examiner's report filed; decree for registration entered. (24) Petition in Land Court for registration of title to property taken by foreclosure of a tax title, Coolidge Avenue; examiner's report filed ; decree for registration entered. (25) Numerous claims on defaulted water guaranty bonds involving several actions of contract in which there were agreements for settlement or judgments in favor of the Town, and in some instances supplementary proceedings started. (26) Town of Lexington v. David Govenar; Superior, Middlesex; bill in equity to enjoin violation of zoning by- law ; pleadings completed; trial ; decree for plaintiff ; appeal to Supreme Judicial Court argued; decree affirmed. (27) Town of Lexington v. Mary J. Donnelly; Superi- or, Middlesex ; bill in equity to enjoin violation of zoning by-law; pleadings completed; dismissed by consent; bill- board abandoned. (28) Harry W. Peirce v. Town of Lexington; Dis- trict Court of Central Middlesex; action of tort for negli- gence in shutting off water; ad damnum $100; pleadings 398 TOWN OF LEXINGTON completed ; trial ; judgment for plaintiff $50; report to Ap- pellate Division; argued. (29) Town of Lexington v. Charles W. Ryder, et al; Superior, Middlesex; bill in equity to enjoin violation of zoning by-law ; petition filed; trial; decree for defendant. (30) Eugene Rosendorn v. Board of' Selectmen; Dis- trict Court of Central Middlesex; petition for review of or- der for disposal of dogs; pleadings completed ; trial ; order made as prayed for. (31) Town of Lexington v. City of Lowell ; Superior, Middlesex; action of contract to recover old age assistance ; ad damnum $500; pleadings completed. (b) The following cases have been entered during the year 1936. (1) Town of Lexington v. Arthur Slingsby ; Superior, Middlesex; bill in equity to enjoin violation of zoning by- law ; trial ; decree for the plaintiff ; enforcement postponed pending waiver of appeal. (2) Charles W. Ryder, et al, Trustees of Lexington Estates Trust v. Town of Lexington ; Superior, Middlesex ; tort for flowage of land ; ad damnum $50,000; pleadings completed. (3) Charles W. Ryder v. Town of Lexington; Supe- rior, Middlesex ; tort for flowage of land; ad damnum $10,000 ; pleadings completed. (4) Seventeen tax title foreclosures against different owners; Land Court; pleadings not completed. (5) William S. Scamman, Collector v. Ryder; four cases ; Superior, Middlesex ; actions of contract to collect arrears of taxes ; pleadings completed. (c) The actions settled or disposed of during the year as above set forth are the above numbers 4, 6, 14, 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 26, 27, 29, 30. 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 services not covered by his regular salary. REPORT OF TOWN COUNSEL Lexington v. Brousseau, a/c fee Disbursements, a/c Anthony Ross v. Lexington Registration of Coolidge Avenue Disbursements Registration of Grove Street Disbursements Lexington v. Donnelly, first case Disbursements Lexington v. Donnelly, second case Disbursements Fee for collection from LaChance Lexington v. Avery Barry Mead v. Lexington, second trial Title of Peter Kineen Lexington v. Rosendorn Shea v. Lexington Lexington v. Govenar Disbursements Lexington v. Ryder (Zoning case) Disbursements Lexington v. Bornstein, a/c disbursements Yours sincerely, S. R. WRIGHTINGTON, Town Counsel. 399 $80,00 6.75 65.00 18.75 6.25 18.75 6.25 175.00 13.15 35.00 6.00 15.00 15.00 15.25 50.00 50.00 585.70 200.00 23.00 100.00 11.08 60.10 400 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES OF THE BRIDGE CHARITABLE FUND 1936 Samuel J. Bridge, a descendant of Lexington, 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 1935 ................. Invested as under: 31,000. U. S. Treasury 314s due April 15, 1946 ........ ........... .._............ $1,000. U. S. Treasury 27/ss, due March 15, 1900 $1,878.85 $2,000. Lawrence Gas & Electric Co. 41/2s, August 1, 1940. 1,977.60 Lexington Savings Bank 122.05 Elizabeth B. Gerry Fund $3,978.50 $3,978.50 Elizabeth Bridge Whitcomb, born in Lexington, Jan- uary 15, 1814. At her death, leaving no will and no direct descendants, 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 1935 .............. Invested as under: $1,000. 13. S. Treasury 31/4s due April 15, 1946 $100. U. S. Treasury 27/as due March 15, 1945 Lexington Trust Co, Savings Department .,,500.00 Lexington Savings Bank 680.26 $887.28 $2,067.54 $2,067.5' TRUSTEES OF BRIDGE CHARITABLE FUND 401 BRIDGE FUND Income Account 1936 Receipts Interest on Lawrence Gas & Electric Co. 414s Interest on U. S. Treasury 31/4s _.._........:.._..._........ Interest on U. S. Treasury 2'/s s _.._....... _.._....... ..._ Interest from Lexington Savings Bank ..... $90.0u 32.50 28.75 8.69 Income from Gerry Fund: Interest on U. S. Treasury 31/4s 32.50 Interest on U. S. Treasury 2%s . 2.88 Interest from Lexington Savings Bank ......... 20.55 Interest from Lexington Trust Co, Savings Department 12.56 Balance December 31 1935 Payments 402 TOWN OF LEXINGTON ried in the Town Records at par ---$2,000.00. Therefore, the principal of the Samuel J. Bridge Fund is carried on the Town Records as $4,122.05 instead of $3,978.50 as re- ported by the Trustees. In the case of the Elizabeth B. Gerry Fund the Trustees are carrying at cost—$887.28, United States 31/4 % Note of par value of $1,000.00 and United States Treasury 27/8% Note of a par value of $100.00. These investments are car - $159.94 ried on the Town Records at par—$1,100.00. Therefore, the principal of the Fund is carried on the Town Records as $2,280.26 instead of $2,067.54 as reported by the Trustees. JAMES H. RUSSELL, Town Accountant. 68.49 $228.43 164.14 $392.57 Cash paid for Charitable Purposes 62.00 Balance December 31, 1936 ......... $329.57 HOWARD S. G. NICHOLS WALDO F. GLIDDEN JOHN F. TURNER Trustees. I have audited the accounts of the Trustees of the Bridge Charitable Fund and find same to be correct. In the case of the Samuel J. Bridge Fund, however, 1 would state that the Trustees carry at cost—$1,878.85, United States Treasury 31/4% Note, and United States Treasury 27/8% Note, each having a par value of $1,000.00. These investments are carried in the Town Records at par— $2,000.00. Also in the same fund, the Trustees carry at cost—$1,977.60, Lawrence Gas & Electric Company 41/4% bonds of a par value of $2,000.00. This investment is car- REPORT OF TRUSTEES OF THE PUBLIC TRUSTS 403 FINANCIAL REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES OF THE PUBLIC TRUSTS 1936 Eleanor S. Beals Legacy Eleanor S. Adams, born in Lexington in 1825. Under her will a legacy of $2,000. was given the Town, the in- come to be used for worthy indigent aged men and women over sixty years of age, American born. Principal Account _ $2,000.00 Principal deposited in Lexington Savings Bank $2,000.00 Income Account Receipts Interest on Deposit in Lexington Savings Bank Payments $61.04 50.00 $11.04 Balance December 31, 1935 ,...._......._....__......._...... 39.8W Balance December 31, 1936 $50.93 Harriet R. Gilmor Legacy Harriet Robinson, born in Lexington, November 5, 1806. Under her will a legacy of $500. was left to the Town, the income to be used for the benefit of the pool of the Town. Principal Account _.......................... $500.00 Principal deposited in Lexington Savings Bank ..... ............. .._..... $500.00 Income Account Receipts Interest on Deposit in Lexington Savings Bank No Payments $16.93 $16.93 Balance December 31, 1935 60,56 Balance December 31, 1936 $77.49 404 TOWN OF LEXINGTON 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 grammar schools for the best scholarship -in the graduation classes. Principal Account as reported in 1935 ..,........ $4,510.00 Principal Account invested as under: $1,000. Town of Lexington 4s, July 1, 1940 _.._......_.........---......_._.. $1,000.00 $1,000. Town of Lexington 41Jzs, April 1, 1937 .___ _ _ 1,000.00 $1,000. Town of Lexington 2-1/".4s, No- vember 1, 1940 ....._..._. ...... ...__........... _.1,000.00 Cashier's check —Lexington Trust Co. 1,000.00 Premium 43.50 Deposit in North Avenue Savings Bank 466.50 Income Account — Cemetery Receipts Interest on Town of Lexington 414s $42.50 Interest on Town of Lexington 2'1as ....... 11.25 Interest from Lexington Savings Bank ......,,, 3.94 Balance December 31, 1935 Payments Balance December 31, 1936 Income Account --- Schools Receipts Interest on Town of Lexington 41% s & 4s .. Interest from Lexington Savings Bank Interest from North Avenue Savings Bank _. Interest from Town of Lexington 214a s $85.00 1.81 13.76 11.25 $4,510.00 $57.69 152.06 $209.75 50.00 $159.75 $111.82 REPORT OF TRUSTEES OF THE PUBLIC TRUSTS 405 Payments Medals ............ ...... Deposit North Avenue Savings Bank a/c Amortization of Premium - 1935 ..._. $90.00 11.25 101.25 $10.57 Balance December 31, 1935 .......,. 94.69 Balance December 31, 1936 ,....... . $105.26 Jonas Gammell Legacy Jonas Gammell, born in Lexington October 10, 1820. A clause in his will gave to Lexington $500., the income to be expended for delicacies and luxuries for the inmates of the Almshouse. By decree of the Probate Court, April 23, 1909, pow- er was given to expend income for the town poor wher- ever located. Principal Account $500.00 Principal deposited in Lexington Savings Bank $500.00 Income Account Receipts Interest from Lexington Savings Ban!_ Payments $16.36 3.05 $13.31 Balance December 31, 1935 ..,.......... .......................... 41.66 Balance December 31, 1936 $54.97 George 0. Smith Legacy George 0. Smith, born in Lexington, January 2, 1832. Under his will a legacy of $2,500. was given to Lexing- ton, the income to be expended by the Field and Garden Club. Principal Account (as reported in 1935) ....._ $2,452.50 Principal invested as under: $2,000. U. S. America Treasury 27/ss, due March 15, 1960. _._......._ $1,878.85 Deposited in Lexington Savings Bank 573.65 406 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Income Account Receipts Interest on U. S. Treasury 27/a •.......-.-.-..»..» Interest from Lexington Savings Bank ._ $57.50 17.72 Balance December 31, 1935 ...... Balance December 31, 1936 CEMETERY TRUST FUNDS Balance December 31, 1935 ....... Receipts Arthur L. Graves E. Gertrude Sherburne Emily Earle EdwardC. Stone ......... _.._........... .......... __._...._.....__....... K. F. Clarke & Harriet Todd ..................................... $150.00 100.00 100.00 150.00 100.00 Balance December 31, 1936 ..... Income Account --- Munroe Receipts Interest from Lexington Savings Bank .....-... $672.64 Interest from Warren Institution for Sav- ings 226.03 Payments Cemetery Commissioners ..... ...... .................... $1,100.00 Excess payments over receipts Balance December 31, 1935 ..... Balance December 31, 1936 . COLONIAL CEMETERY FUNDS Balance of Funds December 31, 1936 Income Account Receipts Interest from Lexington Savings Bank ......... $56.82 Payments 50.00 Balance December 31, 1935 $75.22 2.64 $77.86 $29,785.00 600.00 $30,385.00 $898.67 $201.33 1,858.60 $1,657.27 $1,100.00 $6.82 808.25 $2,452.50 Balance December 31, 1936 ._...... $815.07 REPORT Or' 'I USTEES OF THE PUBLIC TRUSTS 407 Hayes Fountain Fund A balance remaining after the erection of the Hayes Fountain of $862.72, by Vote of the Town a permanent fund was erected, the Income to be available for the care of the fountain and the grounds around it. $862.72 $862.72 Deposited in Lexington Savings Bank Income Account Receipts Interest from Lexington Savings Bank Balance December 21, 1935 Balance December 31, 1936 LEXINGTON HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP FUND Balance December 31, 1935 _.__..... _ ......... ..... Receipts Interest from Lexington Savings Bank ......... Balance December 31, 1936 ....__. Invested as under: Lexington Savings Bank ...___............. Loan James H. Collins ...._ ......._.__....... Loan Louise Spencer .. ._.._....._ ..._..... . Loan Manuel Labey-..._—....,....__._-...._.. $95.67 30.00 75.00 50.00 $35.26 304.60 $339.86 $248.39 2.28 $250.67 $250.67 PERPETUAL CARE FUND WESTVIEW CEMETERY Balance as reported December 31, 1935 -- Receipts From Town Treasurer _____. ----------- Balance December 31, 1936 .__. Income Aecount Balance as reported December 31, 1935 _ Receipts Interest from Lexington Savings Bank ......._ Interest from Lexington Trust Co. --- Interest from Warren Institution for Sav- ings Balance December 31, 1936 _..... $39.72 84.77 318.50 $15,879.82 624.88 $16,504.70 $1,316.13 442.99 $1,759.12 408 TOWN OF LEXINGTON BATTLEGREEN TRUST FUND At the Town Meeting June 25, 1925, it was Voted : That the sum of $500. received by the Town under the will of the late Orin W. Fiske be appropriated and set apart as a perpetual trust fund, to be known as the Battlegreen Trust Fund. Principal as reported December 31, 1934 ......... $500.00 Principal deposited in Cambridge Savings Bank............................,,_........,.,,,........,,,,............,.......... $500.00 Income Account Balance as reported December 31, 1935 ......... $262.12 Receipts Interest from Lexington Savings l3ank $7.80 Interest from Cambridge Savings Bank ._ 15.11 Balance December 31, 1936 ...... 22.91 $285.03 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 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 Principal invested in: $1,000. Baltimore & Ohio R cember 1995 Income Account Hallie C. BIake) $1,000.00 ailroad Co. 5s De - 51,000.00 Receipts Interest on $1,000. Baltimore & Ohio • Railroad Co. 5s ... $50.00 Paid Out Cash for prizes $50.00 WILLIAM AUGUSTUS TOWER MEMORIAL PARK TRUST FUND By deed of gift from Miss Ellen M. Tower, dated Sep- tember 17th, 1928 and accepted by .vote of the town November 26, 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. REPORT OF TRUSTEES OF THE PUBLIC TRUSTS Principal Fund, as reported December 31, 1935 ...... Principal invested as under: $4,000. Boston Elevated Railway Co. 5s, 1942 _.....__M Deposited in Lexington Savings Bank....._..._.._......_.....„.„..._.._......... _ Deposited in Warren Institution for Savings Income Account Receipts Interest on $4,000. Boston Elevated Rail- wayCo. 5s _................._...._ ...._ W.._..,._.. Interest from Lexington Savings Bank ......... Interest from Warren Institution for Sav- ings Premium — Pacific Gas & Electric Co. 5s, Payments Paid Town Treasurer 4,000.00 4,000.00 2,000.00 $200.00 85.00 20.83 199.22 409 $10,000.00 $10,000.00 $505.05 $505.05 EDITH C. REDMAN BATTLEGREEN TRUST FUND Principal of Fund Principal deposited in Lexington Savings Bank ..... $500.00 Income Account $500.00 Receipts Interest from Lexington Savings Bank Payments To Lexington Park Department George W. Taylor, Flag Fund u/w Miss Amy E. Taylor Clause No. 30. 410 TOWN OF LEXINGTON pole, or for the purchase of new flags; any balance of income from said fund to be used for the care of Lex- ington Common. Principal Account Balance December 31, 1935 ... „,.,„...„ $2,000.00 Balance December 31, 1936 $2,000.00 Deposited in Lexington Savings Bank Income Account Interest on deposit in Lexington Savings Bank ._._ Balance December 31, 1935 ..,..... ...,... $60.65 263.27 Balance December 31, 1936 ..._ $323.92 George W. Taylor — Tree Fund u/w Miss Amy Taylor Clause No. 31. If I shall not have made such provision in my lifetime, I give, devise and bequeath to the Inhabitants of the Town of Lexington, the sum of Two Thousand Dollars, said fund to be known as the "George W. Taylor Tree Fund", in trust, nevertheless, the income of which is to be expended for the care, purchase, or preservation of trees for the adornment of said Town. Principal Account Balance December 31, 1935 _ $2,000.00 $15.11 Balance December 31, 1936 m„„....„........ __..._ ._. $2,000.00 Deposited in Lexington Savings Bank Income Account Whereas my father, George W. Taylor, late of Lexing- ton, deceased some years ago presented to the Town of Lexington, a flag pole, which now stands on Lexington Common, if such provision has not already been made, I then give, devise and bequeath to the Inhabitants of the Town of Lexington, in trust nevertheless, the sum of Two Thousand Dollars, this fund to be known as the "George W. Taylor Flag Fund", the income to be used for the care, preservation and replacement of said flag Receipts Interest on deposit in Lexington Savings Bank .. Balance December 31, 1935 _ .„„..... �. $60.65 263,27 Balance December 31, 1936 — .._ $323.92 HOWARD S. 0. NICHOLS WALDO F. GLIDDEN JOHN F. TURNER Trustees. I have audited the accounts of the Trustees of Public Trusts and in the case of the George 0. Smith Legacy, I REPORT OF TRUSTEES OF THE PUBLIC TRUSTS 411 find that the Trustees carry United States Treasury Notes 27/8% of a par value of $2,000.00 at cost of $1,878.85. This investment is carried on the Town Records at par of $2,000.- 00 and, accordingly, the principal of the Fund is reflected on the Town Records as $2,573.65 instead of $2,452.50 as re- ported by the Trustees. In the case of the Charles E. French Legacy I would call attention to my comments with respect to the accounts for the year 1935, wherein I stated that I found that the Trustees had taken the sum of $54.75 from the North Avenue Savings Bank deposit for the School Account to cover the premium and accrued interest on the Town of Lexington 21/4% Note, purchased for the Cemetery Account. I further stated that it was understood that the Trustees intended to replace the sum of $54.75 in the North Avenue Savings Bank deposit from the interest received on the Town of Lexington 21/4 % Note. It will be observed that during the year 1936 the Trustees have taken one-half of the interest from the Town of Lexington 21/4 % Note amounting to $11.25 and deposited this amount in the North Avenue Savings Bank. This leaves a remainder of $43.50 which is to be replaced in the North Avenue Savings Bank deposit. The Trustees of Publie Trusts are holding for safe- keeping a certificate for two shares of capital stock of the East Middlesex Street Railway Company for the Robert P. Clapp School Fund. As stated in the 1935 Report this certificate stands in the name of the School Committee, therefore, the Trustees have not taken the account up on their books. In the case of all other funds in the custody of the Trustees of Public Trusts, the accounts as rendered are approved without comment. JAMES H. RUSSELL, Town Accountant. 412 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF THE WIRE INSPECTOR December 31, 1936 TO THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen: I submit herewith my report as Inspector of Wires for the year ending December 31, 1936. Number of applications for permits granted....... 271 Number of calls made in connection with the inspections 310 Fees paid in accordance with the class of work are : 1. Addition wiring, alterations, oil burners and ranges .50 2. Complete new wiring of old and new homes 1.00 Complaints received and investigated ...„....... ........... _ 5 Changes ordered made to improper wiring ..... 11 I wish to thank the officers and members of the fire department, for their assistance and support at all times. Respectfully submitted, LOUIS W. BILLS, Inspector of Wires. REPORT OF CARY MEMORIAL TRUSTEES 413 REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES OF THE CARY MEMORIAL LIBRARY December 31, 1936 To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen : The trustees have endeavored to handle the current business of the library as efficiently as possible and to give some thought and consideration to the future. The installa- tion of a new lighting system in the Cary building is now about completed and is a great improvement over the old method of lighting. The trustees are very grateful for the advice of Mr. Willard Brown and Mr. William Roger Greeley regarding the method of lighting the delivery room. The Board wishes to express its thanks to the various commit- tees, to the staff, and to the Advisory Book Committee for their faithfulness and efficiency in carrying out their several duties. The sewing unit is still operating in the Stone Build- ing in the hall directly over the library quarters, while this arrangement is not ideal and offers numerous problems, ef- forts are being made to make this combination of quite dif- ferent functions work out as satisfactorily as possible. Respectfully submitted, PAUL HARMON CHAPMAN, Chairman, Board of Trustees 414 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF TREASURER OF CARY MEMORIAL LIBRARY, 1936 Income Balance on hand January $1,773.17 Fines - Main Library 538.62 Investment Committee: Interest on bonds ..... .,.._ 825.63 Interest on savings accounts ..... _.._..._...... _.. .... ._....... _................. 59.68 Dividends.._.---_--.._ _..........._.....,...._ 35.00 Premiums on called bonds 390.00 Expenditures Booksand binding ........^...,,.,...._..,....._. _....,,.. .._...._.._ Repairs and cleaning Bond of Treasurer Rental Safe Deposit box .....-... ....... _______ ................ Sundries....._...._.................,.........._...._......._....._.....,,.,............_..._..._...........,,,. Accrued interest on bonds purchased ....._................. Premiums on called bonds transferred to Capital Account .....- _...... ...,,...... .._.......... _._............. Premiums on bonds purchased to replace called bonds ... Balance on hand December 31, 1936 ...... EAST LEXINGTON BRANCH Income Balance on hand January 1, 1936 _..._..,..,....._.........._.__...._..— Fines _._......._.._. Investment Committee: Interest on savings accounts ...._.........._....._....__.._....._ $3,622.10 $205.59 65.78 5.00 5.00 55.00 60.16 390.00 283.75 2,551.82 $3,622.10 $329.44 61.84 59.90 $451.18 REPORT OF CARY TREASURER 415 Expenditures Books ....... Sundries... „. .__....„.._............ _..._... _.. ,._.. _.__._....___�._..„ Balance on hand December 31, 1936 ....._. _ ....— •.....„.„• ••-•• $87.77 4.45 358.96 $451.18 FREDERIC L. FISCHER, Treasurer. I have checked the foregoing report of the Treasurer of the Cary Memorial Library. I find the report correct and supported by proper vouchers. JAMES H. RUSSELL Town Accountant. 416 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF THE LIBRARIAN OF CARY MEMORIAL LIBRARY STATISTICAL REPORT -1936 Main Library: Number of volumes in Main Library Jan. 1, 1936 . Number of volumes added by purchase: Fiction___..,..._ ...._.....__...._..._ .....,.. 254 Non -Fiction ..............._...._......... 285 Junior.._....—._.........___....._. _ 188 727 Number of volumes added by gift 43 Number of volumes added by binding newspapers ..... ................ 4 Number of volumes worn out and withdrawn ..._ Number of volumes in Main Li- brary, Jan. 1, 1937 _ ... Branch Library: Number of volumes in Library Jan 1, 1936 . Number of volumes added by purchase: Fiction_..._......,....._.._........»..._....�.. Non -Fiction . Junior ..__ Number of volumes added by transfer — 17 6 31 36,077 774 36,851 1,239 3,563 54 1 3,618 35,612 REPORT OF CARY MEMORIAL LIBRARIAN 417 Number of volumes worn out and withdrawn ...„................ Number of volumes in Branch Li- brary, Jan. 1, 1937 ..... Total number of volumes in Main Li- brary and Branch, Jan. 1, 1937 CIRCULATION -1936 Periodicals — bound Periodicals —unbound ,...._..................,.... ,.... Philosophy & Religion Biography History Travel Social sciences ....._ Natural sciences Arts— Useful......_._...._...._...._...._...._._...._---._...._...._...... Arts —Recreative_..._......---.--.._......._--...._._.._._........._.... Arts — Fine _ Language & Literature ,...._..._....... _. ..._._............._.. Poetry Music scores Stereographic sets Total circulation of books from Main Li- brary....._...._._....-..... - ...._ Total circulation Total circulation Library and Number of days Number of hours Main ._ Branch _..._.....__, 13 3,605 Sent Main Branch 38 5,755 1 1,026 16 2,317 60 1,774 42 1,951 142 977 42 1,041 21 1,246 77 578 32 849 4 2,404 118 1,059 82 51,304 5,572 379 6 39,217 Circ. from Branch 8 341 26 135 114 103 27 52 21 36 4 105 78 5,281 72,704 6,209 6,331 6,209 78,913 6,331 Main Library and Branch 85,244 from Junior Dept. Main Branch „. 18,662 Library was open 303 open each week: 61 30 418 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Miscellaneous Main Library: Periodicals received: Subscribed for -Monthly _.._.._.__...._...._.. 49 Bi -Monthly ......._.„_...._... 3 Weekly .,.....m...„,„... „ ..... 12 Quarterly __...._......_......._.._.._.. 5 Given— Monthly Weekly Newspapers subscribed for ......................... ..... Newspapers given ................„........ .._...._�...W_ Books rebound ,... Book repairs and Processes in the pre- paration of books for circulation .._._..... Postals sent delinquents for overdue books ... Postals sent for books reserved .... Books borrowed from other Libraries on In- ter -Library Loan Plan ...,_......... _ ..„ Books loaned other Libraries _______ ..... .._ 69 9 3 12 3 6 9 Branch Library: Periodicals received: Subscribed for -Monthly 22 Weekly_..__............_._..._....._.. 2 Given— Monthly _........._.._........._..._,. Newspapers subscribed for ....... Registration 3 1 28 Main Library: New borrowers registered during 1936 _ ...„ _„ 437 Temporary borrowers registered during 1936 ____ 102 Total number of registered borrowers 1936 _..__..... Branch Library: New borrowers registered during 1936 ._......... ..... 146 Total number of registered borrowers 1936 _____ 90 382 20,333 1,510 1,132 48 2 5,228 889 Total number of borrowers registered at Main Li- brary and Branch, 1936 ...„_...„..„ „.„....... 6,117 REPORT OF CARY MEMORIAL LIBRARIAN 419 Exhibits Community class conducted by Mr. Carl Hauck: woodcarving exhi- bition of class work — Mr. Carl Hauck: woodcarving (Minute - Man statue for Franklin School) Hancock School: Nonsense po- ems and stories, illustrated — Federal Art Project: paintings — W. P. A.: photographs of construction — Exhibit of Children's books. For Flowers, Books, Periodicals we are indebted to: Atlantic Monthly — Miss E. Claire Ball -- Est. of Hallie C. Blake — Mrs, Ronald D. Brown — Chemical Foundation — Mr. David Colby — Commonwealth of Massachusetts — Mr. Hubert V. Coryell — Mr. Vansant Coryell — Miss Rose Ella Cunning- ham—Miss Ruth Custance—Mrs. George M. Davis—Mrs. C. Ed- ward Glynn—Est. of Mrs. C. C. Goodwin—Mr. William Roger Greeley—Dr. Reginald Hardcastle—George and Doris Haumann— Mr. Charles Leonard—Literary Guild—Mr. Henry D. Love—Mrs. Hugh D. McLellan—Miss Elmina Munroe—Miss Anna L. Muzzey —Miss Martha Nichols—Mr. Alfred Peirce—Mr. Philip Perry — Mr. Robert. Perry — Mr. Dudley L. Pickman — Mrs. S. W. Prescott — Mrs. Walter Rose — Miss Dorothy P. Ringland — Mr. Raymond W. Smith — Mr. A. Sorenson — Mrs. Fred J. Spencer — Mr. Fletcher W. Taft — Mr. Nixon Waterman -- Mr. Hollis Webster — Mr. Robert S. Woodbury. Respectfully submitted, MARIAN P. KIRKLAND, Librarian. 420 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF INVESTMENT COMMITTEE OF CARY MEMORIAL LIBRARY In Account with Frederic L. Fischer, Treasurer. General Fund Capital Account $3,000 Consumers Power Co. 1st lien and unifying mortgage 4%% gold bond, series 1928 (1) ....._...._........_...._....,..... _...._..._ 3,000 Boston & Maine R.R. Co. 5%, 1944 2,000 New England Power Co. First 5% 1951 (2) ».,..,....,.»...._......_..,...._.._...__ 1,000 Kansas City Power & Lt. Co. 1st mortgage 4%%, 1957 (3) _..._.._......_ 1,000 Brooklyn Edison Co., 5% 1952 (4) 1,000 Southern California Edison Co. 1st & refunding mortgage 4% 1960 1,000 Consumers Power Co. 1st mortgage 3%%, 1970 ....._.__...._..._...._...._..__...._...._...._..._ 1,000 Pacific Gas & Elec. Co. 1st & refund- ing mortgage Series H 3%% 1961 1,000 Southern California Edison Co. re- funding mortgage 38/4% 1960 1,000 Brooklyn Edison Co. Consol. mort- gage 3%% 1966 ....._ ......,..........,.,.... »....., 1,000 Wisconsin Michigan Power Co. 1st Mortgage 3%% 1961 ...._ .......... _..._....�. 1,000 Pennsylvania R.R. General 3% % 1970 ....._._...._..._ .._.... _._...._.. .._...._..r...._.. 1,000 American Tel. & Tel. Co. 3'/a % 1961 633.54 Lexington Trust Co. Savings Dept. PORTION OF MARIA CARY FUND: Income Total $ 67.50 150.00 150.00 52.63 50.00 40.00 17.50 37.50 18.75 16.25 6.00 $354.31 Book #6940 Lexington Savings Bank .....»... ......__.....»,._..... __..... 10.70 REPORT OF CARY INVESTMENT COMMITTEE 421 BOOK PURCHASE FUND: 1,000 Western New York Utilities Co. 5% 1946. .....__._........ _...._.._ __...._.._.....,. BEALS FUND: 1,100 Laclede Gas Light Co. 5%% 1953 ALICE BUTLER CARY FUND: 50.00 60.50 $727.33 1,000 Lexington Co-operative Bank 5 paid-up shares ...._..._....__..._.. _..-.. 35.00 1,000 Rock Island & Louisiana R.R. 41% 1934 — in default . 440 Lexington Trust Co.. Savings Department ..... .._...._.__..._... ....•...,... (1) Called May 1, 1936 (2) Called December 1, 1936, as of January 1, 1937 (3) Called October 2, 1936 (4) Called July 1, 1936 11.00 46.00 LAURA M. BRIGHAM FUND: $1,000 Baltimore & Ohio R.R. 4% 1941 1,000 Alabama Power Co. 5% 1951 500 Boston Elevated Ry. Co. 5% 1941 ....._.. 525 Lexington Trust Co. Savings Department _..._...—.._......_.....,..........,,... GOODWIN MUSICAL FUND: 525 Book 17037 Lexington Savings Bank.......,. ,. _.........._._......_ JANE PHINNEY FUND: 124.19 Lexington Trust Co. Savings Department ....._..__...._...._.._...._.._ EAST LEXINGTON BRANCH WELLINGTON FUND: 1,077.18 Lexington Trust Co. Savings Department .... ,�.. _ ......._.. $40.00 50.00 25.00 13.12 $128.12 15.86 15.86 3.00 3.00 26.88 26.88 422 TOWN OF LEXINGTON ROBBINS FUND: 100 Book 1476 Lexington Savings Bank PAULINA BURBANK PIERCE FUND: 1,000 Lexington Savings Bank -..._..._.. 3.02 3.02 30.00 30.00 Less accrued interest on 7 bonds purchased to replace called bonds ....._........._..__...._..__.._......_........._.... $980.21 60.16 $920.05 FREDRIC L. FISCHER PAUL H. CHAPMAN RANDALL B. HOUGHTON Investment Committee. REPORT OF ANIMAL INSPECTOR 423 REPORT OF THE ANIMAL INSPECTOR December 31, 1936. TO THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen: I herewith submit my report as Inspector of Animals for the year ending December 31, 1936. The fullowing table shows the work among the cattle and other farm animals: Number of premises inspected where cat- tleis kept _....._.._ _.._......_.�........._...._.. Number of cattle inspected ...... Number of hogs reported ............ Number of sheep and goats reported —.— Number of cows identified (Interstate Ship- ment) _.......... _..._..._... Number of calls made (Interstate Ship- ment) __....__._......._.._.__.._.......__.._...._�.. Number of premises inspected after Tu- bercular cows removed . _...... _........__.. Number of Tubercular cows found in town in1936 .„.._._..__....._..._.. ...„.�._„_..... ......... _... Number of cows quarantined. for Barn itch, etc. .... _._.......-_...._.... _..._.....—........ _....... .. 64 524 1630 6 59 14 3 3 6 The Tuberculosis eradication problem is well taken care of by our Division of Live Stock Disease Control and we have nothing to fear from the cattle in our town as regards Tuberculosis. The retail milk dealers having cattle of their own are, as a general rule, careful of the sanitary conditions existing about their premises, and they cooperate to the best of their ability with the different lines of inspection. 424 TOWN OF LEXINGTON The Rabies Clinic in the early spring was quite well attended and during the year we have had no outbreak of rabies. The usual number of dog bite cases have occurred but we have not had any general quarantine of dogs for any cause. The following table shows at a glance the amount of work performed among the dog cases : Number of dogs quarantined for biting peo- ple _........ ................ .................._... Number of cats quarantined for biting peo- ple ...._ Number of dogs and cats quarantined for contact with rabied dog �...._..... .........„„.... Number of dogs' heads sent to Laboratory ... Number of dogs' heads reported positive of Rabies..................._.._......._.....,..,,,..........._...._.._...._... ..,..,,... Number of rabies cases in 1936 _.........._...,.....,.... Number of calls on dogs and cats ...._.............. Total number of calls on all animals 54 1 0 2 0 0 111 175 Rabies has been on the increase in some towns during 1936 and Arlington had five cases in the last eight weeks of the year. Lexington has been very fortunate in not having any cases of Rabies in 1936. Therefore, a well attended Clinic in April 1937 will greatly add to the protection which the previous Clinics seem to have established. I wish to thank the Board of Health and the Police De- partment for their hearty cooperation at all times. Respectfully submitted, CHESTER L. BLAKELY, M. D. V. Inspector of Animals. REPORT OF THE TAX COLLECTOR REPORT OF THE TAX COLLECTOR HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen: 425 December 31, 1936. Herewith is submitted the report of the Collector of Taxes for the year ending December 31, 1936. Commitments previous to 1935 have been cleared from the books. Total amount committed in 1935 and uncollected Dec. 31, 1935 . ..... Total collected, abated, apportioned or transferred ...... _ 1935 accounts outstanding Dec. 31, 1936 Total amount committed 1936 ,... Total collected, abated, apportioned or transferred ....... _.._.................._._ 1936 accounts outstanding Dec. 31, 1936 Total amount outstanding Dec. 31, 1936 $277,696.42 250,319.80 $915,752.23 662,018.45 $27,376.62 $253,733.78 $281,110.40 Respectfully submitted, WILLIAM S. SCAMMAN, Collector of Taxes. 426 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF THE TOWN TREASURER December 31, 1936. To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen : Following is the Report of the Town Treasurer for the year 1936: Cash on hand January 1, 1936 .................. ........... .......... .__......._._.. $179,266.61 Receipts during year 1936 ............ ............._...... _.._......... _........... _.. 1,425,573.75 1,604,840.36 Expenditures during year 1936 as per Warrants 1,469,311.96 Balance on hand January 1, 1937.............,.... ................... $135,528.40 For complete detail of Receipts and Expenditures, re- fer to Town Accountant's Report, same provided for to eliminate time, space, and expense. Respectfully submitted, JAMES J. CARROLL, Town Treasurer. December 31, 1936 REPORT OF TOWN TREASURER 427 0 A ca CC crz as co rx 6 z 41 '- p N N CO Ti -kJ g ay DAha w ¢ = rzi al cd 0 C.) NF0p W to 0 0+�'E P.1 W a) H rj0H v ri2 U m 0 o G ya,, W .` $• m gg �wZa 00 Z E O xZ Z w '' V Ea i473 E^ 0 � C7 CO O 6 t mW —K o °. P w m m 0 o C o 0o C D 1= o O69, IN ANTICIPATION OF REIMBURSEMENT G C X000 ra r3 C3 CO coDZ rn 7 G' CO 00 .A ,-.1 .ti .may ,-, .ty ,...9"a N ,�-i A> .-I .-I "° � r � w C6 r A '-'ooi c: `" � +; a ca m CI 4 p'0 zitv)OZ Reg 428 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF TAX TITLE ACCOUNT December 31, 1936 To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS GENTLEMEN: I hereby submit my report of the Tax Title Account for the year 1936 as follows : Number of Tax Titles on hand December 31, 1936 372 Tax Title Balance—December 31, 1936 .........._...._.........._.......... $79,049.00 New Tax Titles Added March 15, 1936 35,129.80 New Tax Titles Added August 15, 1936 ...,......._............. New Tax Titles Added December 18, 1936 Redeemed, Foreclosed, & Disclaimed year 1936 114,178.80 1,073.95 115,252.75 3,001.21 118,253.96 30,298.87 Total Tax Title Account as of December 31, 1936 $87,955.09 Very truly yours, it JAMES J. CARROLL, Town Treasurer REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT 429 REPORT OF THE TOWN ACCOUNTANT Lexington, Massachusetts February 1, 1937. To THE HONORABLE BOARD OF SELECTMEN, LEXINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS Gentlemen : Herewith is presented the report of the Accounting De- partment for the year 1936. The report is made in ac- cordance with the requirements of the State system of Ac- counting and is set forth in the following schedules : Balance Sheet, showing financial condition of Town December 31, 1936. Receipts for the year 1936 in detail. Expenditures for the year 1936 summarized. Schedule of Appropriation Accounts — Revenue. Schedule of Appropriation Accounts — Non Revenue. Analysis of Appropriation Accounts — Revenue. Analysis of Appropriation Accounts — Non Revenue. Analysis of Overlay Accounts, Trust Accounts, Surplus Ac- counts and others. Analysis of accounts of Tax Collector and Town Collector. Borrowing Capacity of the Town. Movement of Town Debt from 1914 to 1936 inclusive. Movement of Water Debt from 1914 to 1936 inclusive. Movement of School Debt from 1914 to 1936 inclusive. Schedule of Loans in Anticipation of Revenue. Schedule of Loans in Anticipation of Reimbursement. Schedule of Interest on Town Debt showing payments due each year. Schedule of Town Debt showing payments due each year. In accordance with the provisions of Section 58, Chap- ter 41 of the General Laws, each head of a department, board or committee authorized to expend money, was re - 430 TOWN OF LEXINGTON quested to furnish at the close of the year a list of bills remaining unpaid, and all departments have reported no 'unpaid bills with the exception of the Public Welfare De- partment and Old Age Assistance Bureau. The unpaid bills reported for these departments are as follows: Public Welfare Department _ $3,747.41 Old Age Assistance Bureau ._. W........ 726.59 In each of these cases there was an unexpended bal- ance of the 1936 appropriation sufficient to cover the unpaid bills as reported and, therefore, in closing the Town Books for the year 1936 I have carried forward to the year 1937 an amount of $3,747.41 for Public Welfare Department, 1936 Accounts Payable, and I have carried forward $726.59 for Old Age Assistance Bureau, 1936 Accounts Payable. I would call your attention to the following appropria- tion balances which have been carried forward to the year 1937 and which I believe may be properly transferred by the Town to other accounts or to Excess and Deficiency, in- asmuch as there will evidently be no further charges against the accounts: Collector's Department — Binding Records ............ Fire Department Underground Cable Insect and Tree Dept. — Power Sprayer .„.......,,... Highway Department Grader Highway Department Truck ..._ Granite Curbing — Bedford Street Westview Cemetery Dwelling Repair for shing- lingroof ..........................__........__........._..._ _...,..,.,..._ _. $88.00 88.00 10.83 100.00 16.55 285.45 15.00 I would also call your attention to a balance which has remained outstanding during the entire year 1936 in the account for Water Construction—Bedford Street and Mass- achusetts Avenue in the amount of $39.51. This is a non - revenue account inasmuch as the money was obtained from a loan and, therefore, must be disposed of in the manner provided by Section 20, Chapter 44 of the General Laws. I would recommend that this unexpended balance of $39.51 be transferred to the account for Water Construction—Sun- dry Streets. It is quite apparent that taxpayers are showing an in- creased interest in governmental activities and expendi- tures. I believe that this is one of the most encouraging REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT 431 signs of the times and I have attempted to give all possible assistance to citizens of the Town and fact-finding commit- tees in supplying them with detail regarding expenditures and the financial condition of the Town. I have continued the policy which I inaugurated in 1934 of preparing a monthly Balance Sheet and detailed report on Town expenditures. These monthly reports have been furnished to all of the members of your Board and to all of the members of the Appropriation Committee. Copies of the report have also been furnished to the Division of Ac- counts, the Town Treasurer, and to various financial in- stitutions. A copy of the report has also been made avail- able to the Lexington Taxpayers Association. I believe that by furnishing these Balance Sheets monthly to finan- cial institutions that the Town is able to borrow money at the best possible rates and I am informed that the copy of the report filed with the Division of Accounts is frequently re- ferred to by financial institutions which do not receive a report direct. Respectfully submitted, JAMES H. RUSSELL, Town Accountant. In accordance with the provisions of Section 50, Chap- ter 41 of the General Laws, I have examined the accounts of the various Town Officers and Boards entrusted with the receipt, custody or expenditure of money. In each case I have found the records correct. I have during the year 1936 verified the cash balance and reconciled the bank balances of the Town Treasurer. I have also verified the cash bal- ance of the Collector of Taxes and Town Collector. In accordance with the provisions of Section 53, Chap- ter 41 of the General Laws, I have during the year 1936 audited the accounts of the Trustees of Public Trusts and the Trustees of the Cary Memorial Library and have exam- ined the securities held by these Trustees. I have found the accounts correct and the securities in proper order. I 432 TOWN OF LEXINGTON have also verified the cash balance of the Trustees by re- conciliation of bank balances. JAMES H. RUSSELL, Town Accountant. MIDDLESEX S.S. Then personally appeared the above named, James H. Russell, and made oath that the foregoing statements made by him are correct and true to the best of his knowledge and belief. Before me, WILLIAM S. SCAMMAN, Notary Public. REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT TOWN OF LEXINGTON, MASS. BALANCE SHEET — DECEMBER 31, 1936 Assets and Deficiency Accounts 433 Cash General _...........__...,.,, $135,528.40 Collector's Petty Cash .._...._. 150.00 Cary Memorial Library ___ 2,910.78 $138,589.18 434 TOWN OF LEXINGTON ASSETS AND DEFICIENCY ACCOUNTS—Continued Sidewalk Assessments Unapportioned ....... _ $292.62 Added to Tax Bills 1935 .. 12,50 Added to Tax Bills 1936 _ 94.38 Water Assessments Added to Tax Bills 1935 ._.. Added to Tax Bills 1936 _. Water Liens $9.45 180.51 Not Added to Taxes $185.77 Accounts Receivable Added to Taxes 1936 ...... 579.96 Taxes — Poll Levy of 1935 .... ...... ........ ............__ $658.00 Committed Interest Levy of 1936 ....._..._........_..._.._.. 812.00 1,470.00 Sewer Assessments 1935 —. $34.95 Sewer Assessments 1936 _ 433.11 Taxes — Personal Street Assessments 1935 ... 54,87 Levy of 1935 .... _. $243.55 Street Assessments 1936 _. 1,149.73 Levy of 1936. 2,020.98 Sidewalk Assessments 1935 6.50 2,264.53 Sidewalk Assessments 1936 27.03 Water Assessments 1935 — 4.89 Taxes -- Real Estate Water Assessments 1936 ... 84.95 Levy of 1935 _.......... __.. $13,115.93 Levy of 1936 ........_._ — 206,062.07 219,178.00 Motor Vehicle Excise Levy of 1935 _.._......._._.... Levy of 1936 $542.30 3,001.05 Sewer Assessments Unapportioned --- ........_..._....,. $1,922.09 Added to Tax Bills 1935 ... 107.49 Added to Tax Bills 1936 .._.. 1,297.32 Street Assessments Unapportioned .__....... ........_ Added to Tax Bills 1935 ... Added to Tax Bills 1936 ... $7,731.58 81.48 3,398.25 3,543.35 3,326.90 11,211.31 Departmental Health..__......._....._...,... ..._..._. Old Age Assistance __......_ Public Welfare .._.._.._. ....... Munroe Cemetery Westview Cemetery ..... ,„ Sundry Departments _......_ Military Aid _...._._......._ Sewer Rentals — Services --- Mis-. cellaneous ----- House _. _—House Connections __........ $2,829.60 2,029.39 7,137.59 4,238,42 100.25 1,805.99 34.81 97.50 182.00 $747.78 314.54 $399.50 189.96 765.73 1,796.08 91,134.90 18,455.55 1,062.32 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT 435 ASSETS AND DEFICIENCY ACCOUNTS—Concluded Water Rates 1935 and Prior Years „..............„..........„ ... Rates 1936 .._ 7,865.84 Guarantees 1935 and Prior Years ..........�....... Guarantees 1936 _..._..— _ Services 1935 and Prior Years Miscellaneous 1935 and Prior ._....._..—....._.. 430.95 Miscellaneous 1936 _____ 31.78 House Connections .... 277.23 $29.85 6,776.41 2,150.47 206.12 Highway Construction: Lincoln Street — 1935 Contract State Aid ...„ .....„ County Aid .„.........„.. „„.„.„_ Lincoln Street — 1936 Contract State Aid ... ..... _...... _..... .......___ County Aid ,....� ...,........W Watertown Street County Aid _...... Overdrawn Accounts North Metropolitan Sewer Tax Overlay — 1931 _...._...._ $2,980.25 1,252.21 $2,401.35 1,115.77 $950.00 410.00 $350.12 29.92 $17,768.65 4,232.46 3,517.12 1,360.00 380.04 $520,645.53 436 TOWN OF LEXINGTON TOWN OF LEXINGTON, MASS. BALANCE SHEET — DECEMBER 31, 1936 Liabilities and Reserve Accounts Temporary Loans—Anticipation of Revenue Dated July 8, 1936—Due January 29, 1937 $100,000.00 Dated October 14, 1936—Due April 30, 1937 Temporary Loans — Anticipation of Reim- bursement Highway Maintenance—Chapter 90 Dated September 8, 1936—Due Septem- ber 8, 1937 Highway Construction — Lincoln Street —1935 Contract. Dated Sept. 16, 1936 —Due Sept. 16, 1937 _................. Lincoln Street — 1936 Contract. Dated Oct. 29, 1936—Due Oct. 29, 1937 ,....__ Watertown Street. Dated Nov. 27, 1936 — Due Nov. 27, 1937 ........... ....._............. 100,000.00 $3,500.00 10,000.00 10,000.00 1,950.00 Cary Memorial Library Income Accounts General Library Account ..... _.._.._....... „.„..,,„........ $1,978.64 Laura M. Brigham Account 193.19 Alice Butler Cary Account ___ 290.12 Goodwin Musical Collection Account 50.87 Jane Phinney Account ...__...... ...... 39.00 Branch Library Account ._.._....... ..... 358.96 Appropriation Accounts—Revenue Balances Collector's Department --Binding Records Foreclosure and Redemption of Tax Titles,... ........__........_... ... $88.00 702.89 $200,000.00 25,450.00 2,910.78 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT 437 LIABILITIES AND RESERVE ACCOUNTS -Continued Law Department - Ryder Case -Vine Brook Drainage ..__....,..._ ....,..._......._ ..,,»...__ $59.27 Fire Department -Underground Cable 88.00 Insect & Tree Departments - Power Sprayer .,. 10.83 Sewer Department -Trunk Line Repairs 5.09 Sewer Department -Stock Account _______ 378.51 Sewer Construction -Sundry Streets ....._._ 1,840.16 Drain Construction -Mill Brook .... ..,,_........ 3.90 Highway Department -Grader ......... 100.00 Highway Department -Truck ....... 16.55 Highway Construction -Lincoln Street - 1935 Contract --......• 2,133.21 Lincoln Street --1936 Contract .....__ 2,162.84 Hibbert Street 1,992.78 Watertown Street __........._.._...._..... 2,046.48 Sidewalk Construction -Sundry Streets ... 908.90 Granite Curbing -Bedford Street ........ ...... _..... 285.45 Signals Installation- Fletcher Avenue Railroad Crossing ..............,,,....._ _....,.... 1,500.00 Public Welfare 1936 Accounts Payable ... 3,747.41 Old Age Assistance 1936 Accounts Pay - Skating Area -Center Playground ......... Permanent Memorial Committee Public Works -Labor, Materials and Ex- penses...._....__. _.._._W_....,..» _.......-...._._. Water Department -Stock Account Water Construction -Sundry Streets Westview Cemetery -Shingle House Westview Cemetery -New Development Non -Revenue -Balances Water Construction -Bedford Street and Massachusetts Avenue .....,.... „......,..._ Cemetery Funds Income Accounts Colonial Cemetery _....._...._ Munroe Cemetery ... ..-......- Westview Cemetery ._.._.......__ 726.59 1.09 800.00 7,640.00 3,105.01 3,397.56 15.00 1.59 $23.04 12.19 34.49 $33,757.11 39.51 69.72 438 TOWN OF LEXINGTON LIABILITIES AND RESERVE ACCOUNTS -Continued Federal Grant Funds Old Age Assistance -For Aid ____________ $204.75 Dependent Children -For Aid ......._._....»...... 210.00 Tailings (checks issued and not cashed) Deposits Sewer House Connections ...» ...,,,...._ WaterHouse Connections .,,..» .............. ..... Miscellaneous _............__..........._..._......_ State & County Taxes -Assessments in Ex- cess Middlesex County Tax State Parks and Reservations Tax Overlays For 1935 For 1936 Revenue Reserves -Available When Collec- ted Motor Vehicle Excise Sewer Assessments ._ ......... ._........ _..._...._.,..... .....„„.„ Street Assessments Sidewalk Assessments ......„...........»...,.„_�.............. Water Assessments .. ...... _.... ......._..... ,,»...._................ WaterLiens _..__....._.._........._.............__..........._.._..,..._ Committed Interest __......._.._.,.„..... Tax Title ._......._ Departmental . Sewer Water ._..... Payments in Advance Water Rates 1937 ...... Water Standpipe Loan Fund _....,..... »»„..... ,....»...... ..._ Sewer Assessment Fund Water Assessment Fund $98.25 125.00 10.00 $194.16 61.72 $2,225.48 4,760.21 $3,543.35 3,326.90 11,211.31 399.50 189.96 765.73 1,796.03 91,134.90 18,455.55 1,062.32 17,768.65 $414.75 131.10 255.88 6,985.69 149,654.20 22.50 393.91 4,447.61 1,657.99 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT 439 440 TOWN OF LEXINGTON LIABILITIES AND RESERVE ACCOUNTS—Concluded DEFERRED REVENUE ACCOUNTS Water Department Available Surplus ......- Sale of Real Estate Fund __ ....... ...... Westview Cemetery Sale of Lots Fund -- Veterans Memorial FundOverlay Reserve Reserve Fund .......__._.._ Excess and Deficiency .._ $12,291.60 1,840.00 1,622.13 3,617.89 1,411.60 73,438.31 $520,645.53 Apportioned Sewer Assessments Not Due ....,..... .............. . $14,213.26 Apportioned Street Assessments Not Due _...,,,..... ......_.... 39,379.91 Apportioned Sidewalk Assessments Not Due 519.85 Apportioned Water Assessments Not Due ..._ 5,408.06 $59,521.08 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT 441 442 TOWN OF LEXINGTON DEFERRED REVENUE ACCOUNTS Apportioned Sewer Assessments Due in 1937 $ 2,811.49 Duein 1938 ....._.............._ _..._....._............_. 2,685.46 Due in 1939 ..._ 2,193.44 Duein 1940..,..,.._.._.......__....................._........,..__....... 1,828.95 Due in 1941 _ 1,683.84 Due in 1942 1,101.75 Duein 1943 ....,,,....._..._......_ .............__ ...._..... ......._.. 884.77 Due in 1944 _ 613.30 Due in 1945 410.26 Apportioned Street Assessments Due in 1937 ..-......................._.._......._._..,,,,,,....._.._ $ 7,741.26 Due in 1938 7,628.10 Due in 1939 ....._...__...._............,..... ......_................_. 6,094.25 Due in 1940 ..... 5,102.05 Due in 1941 ..,... 3,933.89 Due in 1942 ...._.... 3,139.96 Due in 1943 ..... _...._..... __............... 2,380.16 Due in 1944 ...__...,. 2,380.22 Due in 1945 _ .................................... 980.02 Apportioned Sidewalk Assessments Due in 1937 _..._...... _........ .,..._„.. $ 122.72 Due in 1938 ...._....._......__...._................ 90.14 Due in 1939 ,... 90.15 Due in 1940 90.15 Duein 1941 _.................._.............._..........._._.....___... 67.68 Duein 1942 _,,....__._..............,.,......_........_._. 31.14 Due in 1943 _.._.......__17.63 Due in 1944 ___ 5.12 Due in 1945 5.12 Apportioned Water Assessments Due in 1937 ...__...._......_ $ 706.94 Due in 1938 ._.._......._..._. 706.98 Due in 1939 ........._.._. 707.00 Due in 1940 _._ 701.65 Due in 1941...._..__.........................._..._...._..__...._..._ ...,. 701.66 Due in 1942 701.66 Due in 1943 ........_..._......._.._.._...... .......... ......_.._........ 681.00 Due in 1944 ....m._ 389.30 Duein 1945 ..................._..........__......... ... 111.87 $14,213.26 39,379.91 519.85 5,408.06 $59,521.08 TOWN DEBT Net Bonded or Fixed Debt InsideDebt Limit ....._ ...._.____...._.._.._.__....__.....,.................... $194,500.00 Inside Special Debt Limit „.„... 44,000.00 Outside Debt Limit ....._...,.........._.....,..... 241,000.00 $479,500.00 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT 443 TOWN DEBT General Loans Inside Debt Limit Buckman Tavern Park Loan: 1913-1943 $'7,000.00 Trust Funds—Cash and Securities Town Office Building Loan:1928-1948 .. 25,000.00 $32,000.00 In Custody of: 444 TOWN OF LEXINGTON TRUST ACCOUNTS School Loans Inside Debt Limit Parker School Loan: 1919-1939 $9,000.00 Const. & Remodeling Loan: 1925-1945 40,500.00 Franklin School Loan: 1930-1940 ...»....... 48,000.00 Adams School Addition Loan: 1931- 1941 ...._...__ »..»...»._ _.._..... _.......__ 30,000.00 127,500.00 Outside Debt Limit Const. & Remodeling Loan. 1924-1939 69,000.00 Sewer Loans Inside Debt Limit Loan 1927-1941 ..._..._..............._..__........»......,,.,. $5,000.00 Loan 1927-1947 » 11,000.00 Loan 1928-1942 ....._......_............... 6,000.00 Loan 1933-1937 ........... ........—...._....._......_... 1,000.00 23,000.00 Inside Special Debt Limit Trunk Sewer Loan: 1933-1943 ._...._....... $16,000.00 Trunk Sewer Loan: 1934-1937 ..__........-.. 2,000.00 Outside Debt Limit Loan 1915-1945 ...—......... ....._.._.._.........»»....... Drainage Loans Inside Debt Limit Mill Brook Drain: 1934-1940 Water Loans Inside Special Debt Limit Water Standpipe Loan: 1934-1944 ......._ $25,000.00 Water Standpipe Loan: 1934-1937 ........,. 1,000.00 Outside Debt Limit Water Mains Loan -1927-1942 Water Mains Loan -1927-1942 Water Mains Loan -1928-1943 Water Mains Loan -1929-1944 Water Mains Loan -1930-1940 Water Mains Loan -1930-1940 Water Mains Loan -1930-1940 Water Mains Loan ---1931-1941 Water Mains Loan -1932-1937 Water Mains Loan -1934-1939 Water Mains Loan -1935-1940 $6,000.00 6,000.00 14,000.00 16,000.00 20,000.00 12,000.00 20,000.00 25,000.00 4,000.00 6,000.00 16,000.00 18,000.00 27,000.00 12,000.00 26,000.00 145,000.00 $4?9,500.00 Trustees of Public Trusts _......_..........,$81,373.69 Trustees of Bridge Charitable Fund 6,731.88 Trustees of Cary Memorial Library ......_...._....._........._..... 22,379.22 $110,484.79 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT 445 446 TOWN OF LEXINGTON TRUST ACCOUNTS Battle Green Fund—Orin W. Fiske __ $785.03 Battle Green Fund—Edith C. Redman ..._ 500.00 Eleanor S. Beals Charity Fund ,... _ ..... 2,050.93 Hallie C. Blake Prize Fund 1,000.00 Cemetery Perpetual Care Funds: Colonial (Principal) _ 1,100.00 Colonial (Income) 815.07 Munroe (Principal) ..... 30,385.00 Munroe (Income) _.-....._....... _....... ...._....... ..._._._. 1,657.27 Westview (Principal) 16,504.70 Westview (Income) ....... 1,759.12 Robert P. Clapp School Fund .....—...__...._._..._.. 200.00 Charles E. French Colonial Cemetery Fund 2,159.75* Charles E. French School Medal Fund 2,571.76* Jonas Gammell Charity Fund ...........__._...._..._ 554.97 Harriet R. Gilmor Charity Fund .....__..........._. 577.49 Hayes Fountain Fund ..__......._.._.._.......»....»....,..»1,202.58 Lexington High School Scholarship Fund 250.67 George O. Smith Park Fund ...... 2,651.51 George W. Taylor Flag Fund 2,323.92 George W. Taylor Tree Fund ....._ ........__ 2,323.92 William A. Tower Memorial Park Fund 10,000.00 Samuel J. Bridge Charity Fund .-.._...._...._...._$4,451.62 Elizabeth B. Gerry Charity Fund ._.._...._.._ 2,280.26 Cary Memorial Library General Fund $11,633.54 Alice Butler Cary Library Fund ................,,2,440.00 Maria Cary Library Fund ....._ 354.31 Beals Library Fund ...,,_,..._........_..._...._.__..._........ 1,100.00 Laura M. Brigham Library Fund ....._...._..._..... 3,025.00 Goodwin Musical Collection Library Fund ... 525.00 Jane Phinney Library Fund . 1,000.00 Library Book Purchase Fund _._.... _._........_ 124.19 Paulina Burbank Pierce Library Fund 1,000.00 Clara Robbins Library Fund _._...._..._ 100.00 Wellington Library Fund ........._... ..._.....----......--1,0 77.18 $81,373.69 6,731.88 22,379.22 $110,484.79 * $43.50 due School Medal Fund for premium and accrued interest on bond purchased in 1935 for Colonial Cemetery Fund. PROPERTY ACCOUNT Land and Buildings ........ $3,251,597.83 Furniture and Other Property ......, _» �. _.. 258,095.15 $3,509,692.98 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT PROPERTY ACCOUNT Land and Buildings Town Office and Cary Memorial Buildings ... _..._...._.__.. ... Fire Department _.—....—_.............. Sewer Department ....._--.._... _............_ Schools ....._ _._ Libraries ........ __...._...._._......._. _ _.... _. Parks, Playgrounds, Gymnasia and Bathhouse ..._..._....._.„...,„..._.._...._.. _. Public Works Building --- Foreclosed Tax Title Property ..._...._ Cemeteries $439,338.07 28,923.19 401,824.51 1,157,336.10 116,131.21 212,476.24 6,525.00 48,829.34 35,885.00 769,680.17 34,649.00 Furniture and Other Property Town Office and Cary Memorial Buildings $29,811.05 Police Department ........ 1;500.00 Fire Department .... .. 43,373.90 Weights and Measures Department 500.00 Tree Warden's Department _........ 1,150.00 Sewer Department _ ....._.—..._..... _. 1,000.00 Highway Department 13,900.00 School Department _.._..._. _..W 93,041.95 Libraries ....._—.__.._ ....„... .._...._.__... 60,000.00 Parks, Playgrounds, Gymnasia and Bathhouse ...__._.__.__........ _.,._.. 3,500.00 Public Works Building .....„... „„,....._ 750.00 Water Department . 9,000.00 Cemeteries ... ..._..._.__...._... 568.25 447 $3,251,597.83 258,095.15 $3,509,692.98 448 TOWN OF LEXINGTON RECEIPTS GENERAL REVENUE Taxes—Levy of 1935 Polls ....._...._....--.--...._.._....._.........._........ $ 6,000.00 Personal ....._ .......__............ ..._....__... 41,179.76 Real Estate .....__..._..._..._..,.„,,,,„....» 444,497.35 Taxes—Prior Years Polls Personal ........,...,..... Real Estate . From the Commonwealth Income Tax—Ch. 362 Acts Business Corporation Tax ...._ Corporation Tax—Ch. 362 Acts 1936 ...................».. _..... Gas, Electric Light '& Water Race Tracks ....,_...._..._..... Veterans Exemption ... Licenses Liquor....._...._...._...._...,_....__._...._.._ .. Pedlars.............._...._...._......._._...._..... Sunday Sales ..._,.......__...._..._..... Bowling .........._...._ _......_ Milk and Cream Sales ,... Pasteurization of Milk Alcohol—denatured ...„........._ Victuallers .. Garage..... _..............-.......____..... Motor Vehicle Agents Inn Holders _..._....._.._...._....__... Public Carriage ..._ ..._,..........., Auctioneers _..._...._...._..........„......... _ Junk,......_......_.._..._..._...._....__........_ Theatre _..._...._...,,.„....._.._....__._ Intelligence Office Oleomargarine ....._..._..._ $ 754.00 1,918.74 173,922.98 $ 38,415.71 3,216.61 1,357.05 767.38 3,009.96 1,544.94 137.72 $ 1,750.00 63.00 45.00 10.00 43.00 60.00 22.00 140.00 58.00 60.00 20.00 8.00 8.00 105.90 33.32 2.00 6.50 $497,677.11. 176,595.72 48,449.37 2,434.72 Carried forward ..,..._._.._...__.._... „.... _.,..,.._..... $725,156.92 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT Brought forward Permits Marriage ...._ ...,,.. Overhanging Signs RECEIPTS -Continued „_.......... $725,156.92 Building _ _ .. ... Plumbing ____ Garage ..... ....-..__.-._...-.._.._u Gasoline Bus..._....................__......_..�.._...._ Slaughtering _..._...�.._..__..___._ Fines Court $ 194.00 40.00 146.50 359.00 148.00 58.00 29.00 2.00 90.40 Grants and Gifts From Commonwealth Aid to Industrial Schools English Speaking Classes Loss of Taxes -State Land Alcohol Tax -Account of Old Age Assistance ....._..._ From County Dog Licenses ._._...._....__.._...._.. $ 392.98 83.75 384.04 2,334.55 1,386.41 All Other General Revenue For Loss of Taxes Town of Arlington Land ... $ 376.22 City of Cambridge Land ... 424.45 Real Estate Tax on Tax Title redemptions .._._....... 24,385.20 1,066.90 817.70 4,581.73 • 25,185.87 COMMERCIAL REVENUE Special Assessments and Privileges Special Assessments Sewer Apportioned -Paid in Ad- vance ... ....... ............ ........ $ 848.71 Added to Tax Bills -1936 2,011.20 Carried forward ....._..__.._........__..... $2,859.91 449 $756,809.12 $756,809.12 450 TOWN OF LEXINGTON RECEIPTS --Continued Brought forward ... ........ _ Added to Tax Bills -Prior $2,859.91 Years _.._... r ___..�..._...._ ... 867.32 Added to Tax Titles - -- 133.30 Street Unapportioned .. _.. $ 773.52 Apportioned -Paid in Ad- vance - _ _ . .. 758.71 Added to Tax Bills -1936 4,675.33 Added To Tax Bills ---Prior 1,959.19 Added to Tax Titles .... ... 281.42 Sidewalk Unapportioned_.__........_....... Added to Tax Bills -1936 Added to Tax Bills -Prior Years Added to Tax Titles ___ $ 211.86 34.55 100.29 28.11 Water Unapportioned r.�__._..�.... Apportioned -Paid in Ad- $ 11.33 184.68 Added to Tax Bills -1936 555.59 Added to Tax Bills -Prior 252.20 Privileges Motor Vehicle Excise -1936 $23,911.23 Motor Vehicle Excise - Prior Years _.__ _..,,, 5,590.87 $3,860.53 8,448.17 374.81 1,003.80 29,502.10 $756,809.12 COMMERCIAL REVENUE -DEPARTMENTAL General Government Treasurer Tax Titles -Added Costs ._.._.. $649.00 -Release Fees 282.00 Carried forward $43,189.41 $931.00 $799,998.53 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT RECEIPTS --Continued $931.00 31.00 75.00 Brought forward ...._..._...._..„„.......„ -Land Court Fees -Attorneys Fees... Collector Fees on Certificates .....___.. Costs on Tax Demands _.._.. Advertising Fees .._._....-........ Tax Title Recording Fees Rebate on Bond Premium - 1935 ....._....__.._...._...._._....... .... $139.00 741.60 36.00 3.10 178.75 Town Clerk Mortgages recorded ....._..._.. Mortgages discharged ..... ,.- Pole Location certificates Miscellaneous certificates... Twenty Year Books _ Sporting License Fees Dog License Fees ....._...._...._.. Miscellaneous collections ... Unclassified cash ..... .._.. $200.27 7.00 6.75 13.25 .75 83.00 182.30 5.50 .39 Town Offices and Cary Memor- ial Building Rent....._.._„.,.........„.._..,,_..._..._ Telephone collections „„........ 15.17 Refund -Telephone charges 1935 ....._._._...._.. __.._....__.._..._,.. 315.01 Discount on Electric bulbs 12.09 $344.00 Selectmen Garage Hearings . Gasoline Hearings ........_.......... Maps and Stamps .................. By -Laws ..__...._..„...„ _.._..... Advertising Liquor Licens- es....._...,_........_...._..__........ __... Supplies . $ 58.00 3.00 7.33 5.20 12.00 .15 Law Department Costs - Shea case ... Costs - Brousseau case .....__ Carried forward $100.00 32.40 $1,037.00 1,098.45 499.21 686.27 85.68 451 $799,998.53 132.40 $3,406.61 $799,998.x$ 452 TOWN OF LEXINGTON RECEIPTS -Continued $132.40 $3,406.61 $799,998.53 Brought forward Costs - General Construc- tion Co. case Board of Appeals Hearings _..... Planning Board Hearings ....„„..... Board of Survey Hearings ....._._.... 69.00 201.40 85.00 160.00 10.00 Protection of Persons and Property Police Department Gasoline Tax rebate .._._ $ 0.06 Badge....._..__ ..............„...._.. _...._..._ 2.00 Damage to Automobile 40.95 Telephone Collections ....._... 0.75 Inspection Sealer of Weights and Meas- ures - Fees ....._.._ Forestry Insect Pest Extermination Spraying machine .....__..... Rebate Gasoline Tax ...... Moth Work ..........„,„..„ .. „..._ $ 18.00 3.12 56.40 $ 43.76 112.58 77.52 Health and Sanitation Health Department Contagious Diseases ..__ Tuberculosis ________ $104.00 1,527.85 Dental Clinic - Collections .._ Sewer Department House Connections ......... .... Rentals ..... .„...._...-._....__...... $1,955.30 326.57 $1,631.85 174.90 3,863.01 233.86 Carried forward ............„...„...,....„....,, $2,281.87 $1,806.75 $804,095.40 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT 453 RECEIPTS -Continued Brought forward .,.,...._....,....._ ..._ $2,281.87 $1,806.75 $804,095.40 Services....._...,_,..m......._.._..._..._ $179.18 Miscellaneous ....,_... __.. 100.00 Highways $2,561.05 General Sale of Old Materials Old Iron _._...._.__.........__._..... $ 35.97 Old Batteries ..__...._...._ ..._... 0.80 Sidewalk Plow ............... 15.00 Miscellaneous Repair of streets ._.._.......__. $ 122.91 Cement ....._... ..._... _._....._..__..... .75 Rebate of Gasoline Tax ... 84.65 Maintenance State Aid _..,_...._........_...._......... $1,500.00 County Aid .... ........._._._..._..- 2,000.00 Construction Lincoln Street State Aid ...._ .._...._..__........._...., $15,384.46 County Aid ............. 6,510,18 Pleasant and Watertown Streets State Aid ,...._...._....__._........__.... 3,247.96 County Aid _..............__.__... 1,082.65 Tower Road Prom Individuals 445.00 Watertown Street StateAid ... ........ ......,,,...... _......... _.. 400.00 County Aid 190.00 $51.77 208.31 3,500.00 27,260.25 Public Welfare Reimbursements for Relief From Individuals .. _..._....__.... $ 632.72 From Cities and Towns _.._..... 3,513.03 From State ..... _ _.. 11,382.32 Carried forward $15,528.07 $4,367.80 31,020.33 $15,528.07 $839,483.53 454 TOWN OF LEXINGTON RECEIPTS -Continued Broughtforward ....._........._.__,..._...._..._.... .._...�.._..... Reimbursements for Mothers' Aid From State ..._........._...._...._...._.._ Reimbursements for Old .Age Assistance From Cities and Towns ___ $1,034.30 From State .....___________ 4,408.87 Soldiers' Benefits. State Aid From State ,-..... _........ __.._....... Military Aid From State .. ........ _. _ _ Soldiers' Relief From Individuals ......_........ Schools $15,528.07 $839,483.53 3,756.87 5,443.17 $168.00 20.00 50.00 Tuition State Wards ........ .........._...,..... $ 2,123.66 Town of Burlington .,.............. 14,779.52 Town of Bedford _..,.,..._.........._ 12,173.64 City of Boston ....,..._.....,....... 170.00 Sale of Books and Supplies Books ........ _.» .. .._...._ ........___. $ 35.00 Shop supplies _._....__._.....__...._.. 32.00 Laboratory supplies .......__....... 15.65 Other supplies ....._..__......._.__...._.. 46.23 All Other Rent High School ..... _ .._....._.. Rent Adams School .........__ Electricity ....._. ...................__._..._..... Telephone collections _____ Old Boiler tubes ..... Rent of Audimeter .... ..._.._ ... Refund 1935 transportation Carried forward $ 74.00 25.00 1.95 3.35 4.00 15.00 97.90 $29,246.82 128.88 221,20 24,728.11 238.00 29,596.90 $894,046.54 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT 455 RECEIPTS—Continued Brought forward ...._...... _ ....... ......__....... _ _ .._.._._.._... $894,046.54 Libraries Sundry Refund 1935 payment Recreation Parks Sale of Pump and Motor _..... Rebate of Gasoline Tax _.._.. $18.00 4.92 Unclassified Sundry Sale of Land Hancock Birches, Lots 1 & Cahir Property ..........._..._...._..... Rent of Land ....._..._..._..._......... Hay on Town Farm Land .... Fire Insurance Premium Rebates a/c 1935 Pay - $1,000.00 840.00 30.00 15.00 203.99 Public Service Enterprises Water Department Sale of Water Rates 1937 - Paid in Ad - Rates 1936 ._ _.._....____,,... Rates 1935 and Prior Years......... ......._ ..._.......__ Liens-... �._........_ .... Liens added to .Taxes Liens added to Tax Titles $ 22.50 61,571.81 8,193.46 453.76 221,44 118.07 Miscellaneous Guarantees 1936 —.......— Guarantees 1935 and Prior House Connections—.— Miscellaneous Charges $ 815.40 2,032.14 2,138.55 571.76 $70,58L04 3.50 22.92 2,088.99 456 TOWN OF LEXINGTON RECEIPTS—Continued Broughtforward ...__............,,...._.._...._..__...._....._.__...._..__...._._ ....... ».. $972,300.84 Cemeteries Munroe Annual Care ..........,, ...._.........� Interments ..... ................... Foundations ...._..._...._........_...._..... $ 399.50 211.00 67.15 Westview Lots and graves ..... Interments ............._......._..__...._,..._.. Foundations ..,..-........_...._ Rent of House ....._...._..__..,.... .... Rebate of Gasoline Tax ...__..,.. $1,391.85 473.00 152.00 120.00 .75 INTEREST Taxes Tax Titles . Motor Vehicle Excise ______ Cemeteries ..... ....... _.._........ __....... ..._.. Special Assessments Sewer_..,.,... .._.........._..._... ....,,,.. Street . ................_..._..... Sidewalk....._............_.._.........__...._..._, Water__.._...._...._...._...._..........._......_.. , 677.65 2,137.60 $ 996.63 2,173.57 40.07 361.04 $6,187.58 4,225.65 190.55 7.40 3,571.31 MUNICIPAL INDEBTEDNESS Temporary Loans Anticipation of Revenue ....._.. $400,000.00 Anticipation of Reimburse - 25,450.00 AGENCY, TRUST AND INVESTMENT Agency Sporting Licenses _.. ,..__._....._ $ 521.00 5,557.85 Dog Licenses . 1,928.80 76,138.89 Carried forward _____ _ „.... _...., $972,300,84 $2,449.80 $2,815.25 14,182.49 425,450.00 Carried forward ... ......._..__.. ....... —._— $2,449.80 $1,414,748.58 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT RECEIPTS -Continued Brought forward Trust and Investment Cemetery Perpetual Care Funds Munroe ...__ .._.. _ ..,_.._....,.... Westview_....... .._....__ _._..... $ 600.00 589.38 Private Trust Accounts Tailings ........._.................._......_ Byron C. Earle Cash ...._.__..._ Old Age Assistance Fund - ForAid .......... ....... ^_........ For Administration _______ Dependent Children Fund - ForAid _..,.,,.._._._...._...._ Deposits Sewer House Connections Water House Connections Town Seals .....__.._...._......._...._ Highway Construction $ 62.07 .18 3,811.65 127.02 210.00 1,566.65 2,102.70 10.00 445.00 457 $2,449.80 $1,414,748.58 1,189.38 8,335.27 REFUNDS AND TRANSFERS Refunds - General Departments Foreclosure and Redemption Tax Titles ...,... ....- Town Offices & Cary Me- morial Building ......_....-..._... Fire Department M a i n t e- nance _._...._ ....__.._.....__..... Health Department ........_..._..... Snow Removal _..__.,-.........••••--•• Public Welfare ..__..._........._.... __ Old Age Assistance _.....-._.-• Soldiers' Relief ..__......••••-....--_ School Department Mainte- Cary Memorial Library ........... Parks and Playgrounds ......._ Public Works -Labor, Materi- als and Expenses __............ Carried forward _ $ 44.00 31.98 2.26 5.00 7.00 198.40 4.25 25.25 2.50 1.83 4.27 25.00 $ 351.74 11,974.45 $351.74 $1,426,723.03 458 TOWN OF LEXINGTON RECEIPTS -Concluded Brought forward Refunds - Other Old Age Assistance Fund .... Dog Licenses - County ........... $15.00 694.30 Transfers - Trust Fund Income Parks and Playgrounds W. A. Tower Fund Income $505.05 E. C. Redman Battle Green Fund Income -- 15.11 Colonial Cemetery Perpetual Care Funds............ C. E. French Funds .............. Munroe Cemetery Perpetual Care Funds ...._ 1,100.00 50.00 50.00 Transfers - DepartmentaI for Services Highway Maintenance ...._..... Transfers - Departmental for Supplies Accounting Department .... $ 4.00 Town Offices & Cary Me- morial Bldg......... ....... _...... 76.92 Sewer Department Stock _.... 286.26 Highway Maintenance -..._.._. 73.85 Water Department Mainte- Hance ....W �_...,.... _ .w._.... 209.09 Water Department Stock _._ 1,108.32 Total Receipts and Transfers -. Cash Balance January 1, 1936 .. $351.74 $1,426,723.03 709.30 1,720.16 2,688.11 1,758.44 7,227.76 $1,433,950.78 179,266.61 $1,613,217.39 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT EXPENDITURES PAYMENTS ON SELECTMEN'S WARRANTS General Government Appropriation Committee .».» _...._.__....»... ._..... Selectmen's Department ...._.__...._... »....___..._.. Accounting Department . _ . ,...__._....� ...»..... Treasurer's Department .....» .. Foreclosure and Redemption of Tax Titles _ Collector's Department _..._.....». „....�... Assessors' Department _.._.... _.»...... ......_........ Other Finance Offices and Accounts _. ..._..... Law Department .... » ..__�....... .„ ..__.T..._._. Town Clerk's Department _.-...._••_„••„„•••—••-•-••-••-•• Elections and Registrations . Public Works - Superintendent's Office ..._.... Town Offices and Cary Memorial Building ... Engineering Department ..,..„...._...._..__...,.....„»..».,... Planning Board .._......_.__...._...._..__..._.._._..,... »......... Boardof Appeals ..... _._...._........„,,.._ ......_.._.......... $ 631.00 4,833.92 3,771.38 1,788.00 1,093.79 6,621.30 5,913.76 34.00 4,034.25 2,213.80 2,673.60 4,797.50 9,485.94 10,930.10 209.29 153.03 Protection of Persons & Property Police Department ___._._.._......,.. .._...._...._..,,.,,..»..... Fire Department ..... .......„.. ..._...._.._........_ ..,......._.... Building Department ....._........._.....,..„..__...._..-- Wire Department ..............__._........._.._..,...__..,-..... Weights and Measures Department ...__...._..... Insect Suppression ... _...._...._._._..., ...._...._...._..._....,...... Tree Department ..,........„..,._.,..__.........» ForestFires ._._...,..._.........„....„...._..__....».. ...,_,..,,....__ Dog Officer's Department .....__._...._._......,.._.. ...._ $38,417.73 42,088.27 1,169.06 616.18 500.43 2,818.61 2,421.67 996.00 105.90 Health & Sanitation Health Department .....__.._...._............_._......._ ... Middlesex County Tuberculosis Hospital Assessment _...,...» „..,..__._ ... _.._...._._._..,,. Dog Clinic _ ._......�_..,,..... DentalClinic .... .„.,..„,..._...._..„.............._..._..._.. Posture Clinic .... Vital Statistics ...__...._.......„.....__......._...._...,,... .._...._ $ '7,974.88 3,498.83 345.56 1,848.70 637.16 24.75 459 $ 59,184.66 460 TOWN OF LEXINGTON EXPENDITURES—Continued Brought forward . Animal Inspection ....._..__...._.. .._,.... _....... .._.,... Slaughtering Inspection ....,_..__....»..._.........._._._........ Plumbing Department ...._..._..._......_..._ Sewer Department Maintenance _..._...._._._ Stock.... .._....._.M..._..._.._....__._...._... ..._...._...._...._..._ Construction.,..._....».................»......,,»,........»,,..»......,..».. Drain Construction _........._...._........ Removal of Ashes and Care of Dumps ....._..... GarbageCollection ._._..,.».»»..,....._»....»,,..„....».,,.»...._...,. Surveyof Drainage Areas ..........».....,.,.»................. Highways Highway Department Maintenance............»»»...........,,»...... Chapter 90 Maintenance ..... _.„_.._... _ ......_. Equipment.,....._...._..__......__..._....__......—......._ Judgment...,.... „...._...._..„...._...._...._...__.._..._..__...._ Land Damages _.._......._._...._..__....,....__.._...._...._...._ Construction .....___...._..—..._...._........._..__...._... ....,, Drain Construction ._......._ ...... _...._....__._..._ Sidewalk Construction ..... _...._.......... _..... .._._._.......... _..,. Curbing...._ _.._........__...._...—.._...._ Snow Removal . _....„..._ ...,,..._».......,..._ Traffic Regulation and Control _.....,..„ StreetLights _...__._...._.......,_...._...,»,...„....„................ StreetSigns._........_._._...._..._..._....__.....,..........._....... _ $14,329.88 $148,318.51 500.00 600.00 818.00 5,207.13 380.09 1,202.24 373.44 1,920.00 3,641.65 3,929.86 $41,896.67 5,500.00 5,414.00 1,738.55 1,050.00 52,514.51 2,095.95 590.15 614.55 21,094.47 1,417.50 22,280.02 200.00 Charities and Soldiers' Benefits Public Welfare ._.._...._..__...,„........,„........._... _.._...._.. Old Age Assistance ...„,.......,..............._..._...._.._.. 89,133.85 State Aid ....._...._..._..._._._........_..,,....»_...»....._._........_.... MilitaryAid .......__...._....._......._.........._..__...._....._ Soldiers' Relief _......„..............._..._..._...._.._..._.,.._..... Town Physician Carried forward....._.._....................—..._,.._.._...._..__..... $14,329.88 $148,318.51 $71,450.24 8,624.13 260.00 270.00 3,256.48 750.00 Schools and Libraries School Department Maintenance ...............».,,.....__...._..—..._..._.....,,,,,.. $219,693.16 Out of State Travel _.._...._..„......_._...,_...._...._....... 90.78 32,902.29 156,406.37 84,610.85 Carried forward .........._...„...._.._...._.._...._.. _..._...__... $219,783.94 $422,238.02 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT EXPENDITURES—Continued $219,783.94 $422,238.02 Brought forward ... Americanization ,_....._. Vocational Tuition ._.._. Cary Memorial Library 461 192.93 953.95 13,929,89 Recreation and Unclassified Parks and Playgrounds ...........—.- Skating Area - Center Playground _______ MemorialDay __..,._..__......_......,._...__........._.._. Patriots' Day . __...._... _ ....,..._..._..........._... _ .._..... Insurance_.._...__......__........._..._............._......._......... Administration of Trust Funds _..,_..—.. Pensions - Fire Department ....— Pensions - Police Department _.._....._ ..._�_...,. Town Reports Public Works Building ....._.. ...,»..._.._....»...._....... Public Works - Labor, Materials & Expenses Unclassified _....._.._.._..,,.. $14,628.37 1,032.73 235.93 500.00 7,722.86 55.00 1,110.85 1,098.00 1,126.73 9,301.82 12,470.92 416.49 Public Service Enterprises and Cemeteries Water Department Maintenance _.._...._ _....,...._......... _...._.._� Stock .. ..._.. .._........_.._ Construction ._._...._. _ .._,..__._........_ ...,......._ Munroe Cemetery Maintenance....,.._..._...._........,....._.._........_....._..._ Westview Cemetery Maintenance ..,........_.._...._.._.,........ .._....,..... ..... Dwelling Repair .__...._.._ ........_._...._.... .......»...� New Development ............_..._....,......._........__. $25,609.44 913.84 7,115.30 1,599.87 3,335.40 185.00 498.41 Interest and Maturing Debt Interest on Debt ....__.._......__.....,..__..........._....,,..... $ 22,498.58 Maturing Debt ....... . ...,._,..._ 118,000.00 Temporary Loans Anticipation of Revenue ... ._...._._ $450,000.00 Anticipation of Reimbursement .......... 12,000.00 Carried forward ..,.._.__.. 234,865.71 49,699.70 39,257.26 140,498.58 462,000.00 $1,348,554.27 462 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Brought forward EXPENDITURES—Continued Agency StateTax- ............._ _..._.. ......- _...._.._..... North Metropolitan Sewer Tax _.. _,.._. Metropolitan Water Tax .,».»»..._..._.__._.,_...._..... Auditing Municipal Accounts Tax _.._....._.,_„ State Parks and Reservations Tax „..... __...._.._ Special Highway Tax _„„.,.. ._....___...... Middlesex County Tax ..........._._.,_...._.._..__...... Dog Licenses -1935 .........».......__..,.._.. .�.._. Dog Licenses -1956 _..._......_.....,....__............. Sporting Licenses ________ $ 32,000.00 9,495.55 30,238.71 2,654.12 214.00 356,90 31,486.88 10.30 2,620.50 521.25 Trust and Investment Cemetery Perpetual Care Funds - Munroe ... Cemetery Perpetual Care Funds - Westview Cemetery Trust Funds Income - CoIonial ...... Cemetery Perpetual Care Funds Income - $ 600.00 624.88 78.50 1,211.14 Cemetery Perpetual Care Funds Income - Westview ._._.... ......._ ...._.. _.....__._.._»._ ..... 747.89 Old Age Assistance Fund - For Administra- tion...,._... » .,...._...._...._ _.........._..__._.. Old Age Assistance Fund - For Aid ..... Petty Cash - Collector ....... ......._._.._. Byron C. Earle Cash _.._...........,_..._. Deposits Water House Connections ..... Sewer House Connections .... _.. Miscellaneous ..... Refunds Taxes Real Estate 1932 .... ................_.._. Real Estate 1935 ..... „..,,... Real Estate 1936 _....».________ ...... Personal 1935 ._,._,...__._.._.... _ __..... General Departments Public Welfare 1934 Collection 127,02 3,621.90 50.00 74.61 27.07 98.56 380.91 2.00 $ 144.88 573.97 647.25 30.54 240.87 109,598.21 7,644,48 Carried forward _..._......_.__..,......_...... $1,637.51 $1,465,796.96 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT EXPENDITURES -Continued Brought forward ».......,...-._...... Motor Vehicle Excise 1936 Levy ....._._...,........._...._.._....,... ......-.... Public Service Enterprises Water Rates 1935 ....,_...._..._................._ ..._..- .19 Water Rates 1936 ....._....___....... ... . __w 57.30 Water Guarantees 1929-1933 (Prior year collections) _._...._ ._.......... ........_........».. ._ 655,98 Water House Connections _ _.. __.._ 15.21 Water Miscellaneous 1936 ..__...._...._.._.,....». 1.00 All Other Fees - Weights and Measures ,_______ ...... 3.57 Fee - Advertising' Liquor License .._ ..._..__ 1.50 Interest - Tax Titles ....._._..., ... ...»........_........_..... 54.84 Costs - Taxes - Real Estate 1935 ..._..._..._. .60 Interest - Taxes - Personal 1935 .50 Fee Board of Survey Hearing 1935 Col - 468 $1,637.51 $1,465,796.96 189.32 883.73 Town Clerk's Miscellaneous Receipts 1935 Collection ...» ..- ._...__ _...._..�..__._ _..» .........,., 13.00 .75 Total Payments on Selectmen's Warrants Transfers 3,515.00 $1,469,311.96 Deposits to Accounts Receivable Sewer House Connections ...»... _. ..__......._ $1,567.63 Water House Connections ........ _.._.....__.._ .... 1,842.85 Miscellaneous _. .» __..._..._ 520.00 Departmental for Services Sewer Maintenance _.._.__...... 94.03 Sewer Construction - Sundry ....._.._...._._._...... 360.66 Drain Construction - Bloomfield Street .... 1,218.45 School Department - Maintenance ______ 30.00 Water Department - Maintenance ........»......... 730.86 Water Construction - Sundry .--- ...._.. -.._ 109.17 Water Construction - Bloomfield Street .... 144.94 Departmental for Supplies Appropriation Committee 4.00 Fire Department Maintenance 14.03 Sewer Department Maintenance ...__ 139.02 Carried forward $6,775.64 $1,469,311.96 464 TOWN OF LEXINGTON EXPENDITURES -Concluded Broughtforward _..._._..._.. ..._... ......,..._. »._..._ Sewer Construction - Sundry _________ Highway Department - Maintenance ____ Highway Construction - Lincoln Street 1935 ..._._........_.._.....- ..._..._..._...._.__..._... ..._...._.. Highway Construction - Lincoln Street 1936....._..__..._...__.._...._..__.._.._........._...._...._.. _........ Highway Construction - Plymouth Road ... Highway Construction - Tower Road .. ...... Drain Construction - Bloomfield Street _... Drain Construction - Haskell & Lowell Streets.......__...._......_.._...._._._...._.. _.........._._............._ CaryLibrary .............»..,,».. _.......... _........_.._.......... Parks and Playgrounds _.._.......__...,..._...._......._.. Skating Area - Center Playground _._ Public Works Building ..... Public Works - Labor, Materials & Ex- penses_...,.....»................_..._...._........._._._........._..._............. Water Maintenance ...........»... ..._ Water Replacements ..._...._..._..._...... „_..,,_.......... Water Construction - Sundry ._.._..._..._.......... . Water Construction - Bloomfield Street .._.. Water Construction - Taft and Tarbell Avenues....._... _.._...._..__...._.._..._....___......_....._.......-- $6,775.64 $1,469,311.96 149.46 3.42 80.16 62.73 23.17 .45 .44 9.30 23.98 2.75 66.18 33.33 73.84 292.23 345.44 39.65 384.96 9.90 Total Cash Expenditures and Transfers Cash on Hand December 31, 1936 ..._...._..._ 8,377.03 $1,477,688.99 135,528.40 $1,613,217.39 APPROPRIATION ACCOUNTS REVENUE—NON REVENUE 466 TOWN OF LEXINGTON LE6i P.113/& se3trupla 1 1 1 1 1 pazwstreal SU • gg 1 co papuadxatin 1 1 6 sa2amo iatno pus siegaugzi, wia wreizehtt 13,uauzpai CI) -0S 110 sainvammebU E-1 ▪ sdraaj.zatpo puu ▪ Sanattal, 'sumo," z 9B6T suogupdoiddy PI4 2861 1110.11 1 1 3 1 eke 11 1 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 0 CO in 0 Ln 0 0 0 o C1 Lei ci Q6 .0 a,▪ o- oo ni ! ' 1 1 -F; r 1 i ° k i i ,1J i S21 Cd E I 4, - :4 .2 : • i ,5, "g a) a igZ t ci2 ,9 5 -a 5 ca 6 cci r. g. t r-7 vdEE,4, • " W.-6mMO r=1 r.#2 Collector's Department: Collector W __....»,.. Clerical & Expenses .... Binding Records —.— Assessors' Department: Assessors _._..— Clerical & Expenses Other Finance Offices and Accounts __.._. Law Department: 1935 Bills ............. ._.._. Town Counsel .:... _ _.._ Fees & Expenses -- Ryder Case - Vine Brook Drainage .....».. Town Clerk's Department: Town Clerk _. Clerical & Expenses Elections & Registra- tions.....»...........___....�_... Public Works—Supt's. Office: Salaries Employees ... Expenses Town Offices & Cary Memorial Building: Janitors ....__. ___ 3,020.48 3,007.33 ... 13.15R Expenses .,..._.__.._._ 6,380.00 108.90 6,478.61 ....................... 10.29R Engineering Department: Salaried Employ - APPROPRIATION ACCOUNTS — REVENUE (Cont.) 136.00 2,775.04 4,100.00 1,000.00 4,968.25 2,775.00 ._.._ 3,798.30 --- 301.70R 48.00 950.00 4,963.76 50.00R 4.49R 200.00 34.00 »_ _ 166.00R 95.25 925.00 1,575.00 1,500.00 95.25 925.00 1,573.27 1.73R 88.00 1,440.73 59.27 1,775.00 1,775.00 438.80 438.80 2,531.10 142.50 2,673.60 4,563.00 ... .._ . 4,557.50 5.50R 240.00 240.00 APPROPRIATION ACCOUNTS -- REVENUE (Cont.) i .d w no2l gm ,-o o wy m mw �w % Co .p 26 b w� �� yy qq� Es Ooh "0 'D d �.��. f3.� Es a. °ca Cil° iCi � a;16 g Xi IS ees �_...._.. 9,880.21 9,846.71 33.50R Expenses 1,120.00 1,083.39 36.61R Planning Board: Clerical & Expen- ses _.._..., „, ......... 225.00 209.29 15.71R Board of Appeals: Clerical & Expen- ses ...... W„ 200.00 153.03 46.97R Protection of Persons & Property Police Department: 1935 Bills _ . 25.00 25.00 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT NOIDNIXH'I .IO NMOJ APPROPRIATION ACCOUNTS - REVENUE (Cont.) Salaried Employees 32,721.31 89.51 32,810.82 .........---- Automobile & Mo- torcycle ..._..,.... ..... 650.00 248.65 898.55 .....-..... -..-T- Expenses 4,430.00 367.00 4,683.36 113.64R Fire Department: Maintenance ... ..... 38,244.63 - 44.26 38,195.27 14.03 79.49R Fire Alarm Boxes ... 13.00 _.. __.._-..__-... _..__ _ _.... 13.00# Underground Cable .M......._...... 3,981.00 3,893.00 Building Department: Inspector _______ 1,045.00 __ _» , 1,045.00 Expenses _ ._ .._.. 160.00. -..._._ 124.06 35.94R Wire Department: Inspector -.-.-..-.......-.. 600.00 _ ... r_ 600.00 Expenses ... ._ 20.00 16.18 3.82R Weights & Measures Dept: Sealer ........_........ 400.00 _.. 400.00 Expenses - 75.00 25.43 100.43 Moth Department: Insect Suppression 1,855.00 1,729.44 125.56R Power Sprayer 14100.00 1,089.17 _.-.. Shade Trees Wages and Expenses 2,772.00 2,421.67 350.33R Forest Fires -- Wages and Expenses 1,000.00 996.00 4.00R Dog Officer: Salary ................ _..__ 100.00 100.00 Expenses --- 50.00 5.90 44.10R Health and Sanitation Health Department: 1934 Bills ._ 56.00 56.00 1935 Bills __ - ,„ „„ 84.00 _.. - 84.00 Expenses 1936 _ 8,400.00 5.00 7,834.88 670.12R Middlesex County Tu- berculosis Hospital Assessment _._ 3,498.83 3,498.83 Dog Clinic 360.00 345.56 4.44R Dental Clinic 1,850.00 1,848.70 1.30R Posture Clinic ___ 700.00 _...__..�._ 637.16 62.84R Vital Statistics -... 50.00 24.75 25.25R Animal Inspection _ 500.00 500.00 Slaughtering Inspec- tion 600.00 - 600.00 APPROPRIATION ACCOUNTS - REVENUE (Cont.) n AI 024 G j. F7 gw gg of w oo`h,cd al ec, al Fa� b �a a d m8 2 om Q pO O wPI P w 5 2 w.2. r40 ,1 88.00 10,83 NOSOHixTI dO NAAO.L REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT c ca APPROPRIATION ACCOUNTS - REVENUE (Cont.) Plumbing Department: Inspector 800.00 800.00 Expenses 50.00 18.00 .. 32.00R Sewer Department: Salaried Employees _. 1.1.1.1...-.......... 1,020.00 - 1,020.00 ..-.- Wages and Expenses 3,390.00 3,146.67 233.05 11.285 Trunk Line Repairs 517.04 529.51 1,041.46 5.09 Stock 472.34 286.26 380.09 378.51 Sewer Construction: Sundry Streets .. 466.17 3,100.00 905.89 510.12 300.00A 1,840.16 Taft-Tarbell Avenues -Cherry & Cary Sts. _ 196.86 196.86 Trunk Line -........_.......... 629.00 -. - 99.49 529.51E Drain Construction: Mill Brook 377.34 373.44 . ._. _ 3.90 Removal of Ashes and Care of Dumps 1,920.00 1,920.00 Wages and Expenses Garbage Collection 1.1.1.1... 4,200.00 3,641.65 558.35R Survey of Drainage Areas ....____...- 3,929.86 i . ,..,„ 3,929.86 lighways Highway Department: Salaried Employees -. 5 ,,,,,„, 800.00 ,360.0.0 4,498.13 ....._....__. ( # 1._.11_.6...._..,. » ,1.1._1.1... ... ( 61.87R APPROPRIATION ACCOUNTS - REVENUE (Cont.) d a, m lm spy °¢¢°77 il t,, E C b y y U CI co �CI I*k Oma f+ w 1 1 a 2b at' ,a0 ski E13 �W ' 41 W � 4 .g g ai FI Wages and Expenses 34,640.00 2,761.96 37,398.54 3.42 p Chapter 90 Mainten- ance 2,000.00 3,500.00 5,500.00 _ Z Grader 4,500.00 .. 4,400.00 100.00 C) Truck 1,030.55 1,014.00 16.55 Judgment - Ross & hj Son M 1,738.55 1,738.55 Land Damages - Pleasant and Water- y town Streets -. 1,050.00 1,050.00 O Highway Construction: Z Gleason Road # 1 _ 222.23 M__ _. ___..-. 222.23# ____ Hibbert Street ._..._..-.....-.... 2,000.00 '7.22 _.. 1.1.1.1._ 1,992.78 Lincoln Street - 1935 Contract __1.1.1.1... 10,952.61 6,500.00 13,919.22 19,858.46 9,380.16 2,133.21 Lincoln Street - 1936 Contract . _ __ _.. 25,025.00 22,799.43 62.73 2,162.84 Pleasant & Water- town Sts. _........ .........- 553.95 160.01 524.50 189.46 AWINf1OXW NMOI ,1O ZlLOda Plymouth Road ..w. Richard Road -...-.- Tower Road --- Tower Road (Exten- sion) .........._ _ _..__. Watertown Street W... Drain Construction: Bloomfield Street Haskell & Lowell Streets & Westmins- ter Avenue - ..----- Sidewalk Construction Sundry Streets Granite Curbing Bedford Street __,____. Removal of Snow & Ice Wages and Expenses Traffic Regulation and Control Wages and Expenses Railroad Signals - Fletcher Avenue Installation .... ... Maintenance ,...,.__.__ Street Lights: 1935 Bills Expenses 1936 ..... Street Signs Charities and Soldiers' Benefits Public Welfare Salaries, Aid & Ex- penses --- Old Age Assistance Aid & Expenses State Aid APPROPRIATION ACCOUNTS - REVENUE (Cont.) 3,600.00 3,576.83 23.17 1,500.00 1,500.00 2,700.00 2,699.55 .45 1,200.00 3,000.00 824.14 499.06 1,000.00 900.00 23,100.00 1,417.50 1,500.00 100.00 445.00 1,950.00 445.00 1,103.62 1,781.11 1,218.89 314.84 590.15 614.55 '7.00 21,094.47 54.43 1,417.50 54.43 APPROPRIATION ACCOUNTS -REVENUE Military Aid Soldiers' Burials . _ _,_,... Soldiers' Relief , . Town Physician Schools and Libraries School Department: Maintenance Out of State Travel _ C 0 a� w it 22,500.00 200.00 CO .00 a mp Ga p w a -d SC u a w� ._.__.........__ 22,225.59 200.00 75,000.00 198.40 71,450.24 11,500.00 4.25 8,624.13 300.00 260.00 250.00 20.00 270.00 100.00 3,600.00 25.25 3,256.48 750.00 750.00 9.30 (Cont.) 2,012.53R 100.00R cu q g V g 274.41R 2,046.48 908.90 285.45 1,500.00 CZE W .75R 3,747.41P 2,153.53R 726.59P 40.00R 100.00R 268.77R 219,920.63 2.50 219,693.16 30.00 199.87R 125.00 .__ 90.78 ___ 34.22R REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT NO.LDNIXai ,30 NMOL APPROPRIATION ACCOUNTS — REVENUE (Cont.) Americanization Classes ..._._____ 200.00 „ 192.93 7.07R Vocational Tuition „. --.. ... 1,070.00 953.95 w.... 116.05R -.- - Cary Memorial Library Salaries & Expenses ........_. 12,632.59 1,388.24 13,929.89 23.98 66.96R Recreation and Unclassified Parks and Playgrounds Salaries, Wages & Expenses 14,300.00 524.43 14.628.37 2.75 193.31R Skating Area—Center 1,032.73 66.18 1.09 Playground ...__.—... 1,100.00 ....._•• Memorial Day ...„.._....... 250.00 235.93 14.07R Patriot's Day _____ 500.00 500.00 —.- Insurance: Building Fire and Sprinkler Damage ._ .... 3,902.24 3,849.45 ... 52.79R Workmen's Compen- sation & Public Li- ability 3,873.41 3,873.41 Administration of Trust Funds 70.00 55.00 --- 15.00R Pensions: Fire Department ........ 1,110.85 1,110.85 Police Department .„ 1,098.00 1,098.00 Town Report —Print- ing _.._.....__—...........„. 1,126.73 1,126.73 Permanent Memorial Committee .. 800.00 „ „_ „ 800.00 Public Works Building: Labor 6,400.00 6,393.22 _..„...„. „.„„.. 6.78R. Expenses 2,890.00 2,779.60 33.33 77.07R Equipment — Jack _ 129.00 129.00 ._...........„. --- Public Works -- Labor, Materials & Expenses W. P. A. Projects ..._ 1,659.76 1,659.76 Labor, Materials & Expenses 17,000.00 1,525.00 10,811.16 73.84 7,640.00 Unclassified 500.00 .„ ... 416.49 83.51R Reserve Fund ..._....._.... „.......„......... 3,500.00 _,, „„„„„ 3,075.00 425.00R Public Service Enterprises & Cemeteries Water Department: Salaries, Wages & Expenses .......__ .._....._ 63,194.17 209.09 24,984.43 38,418.05 .78W APPROPRIATION ACCOUNTS -- REVENUE (Cont.) m g 1.,g 4 . if . £1m I., ,.,,i )'.2 w 13 14 k o W a P. .cW+, 78 4.3 a CICI ..z4 4p W.AO Ai OQ� REPORT OF' TOWN ACCOUNTANT rn 1-3 0 NTO,LONIXa'I JO c Replacements — Me- ters, Pipe Hydrants, etc. --.—.- APPROPRIATION APPROPRIATION ACCOUNTS — REVENUE (Cont.) 2,910.53 1,500.00 1,108.32 Water Construction: Sundry Streets ........._.... 1,731.50 3,000.00 Bloomfield Street _ _....—_..._ 6,000.00 Pinewood & Summit Roads ._ .___._.. 868.30 Munroe Cemetery Salaries, Wages & Expenses ___-- Westview Cemetery Salaries, Wages & Expenses_ .... __•. Dwelling Repair — • New Development �.. Interest and Maturing Debt Interest on Debt Maturing Debt _.____ 1,600.00 3,500.00 200.00 500.00 19,000.00 107,740.12 625.01 345.44 529.55W _ -•--•• - 913.84 .. _.._.. ._ 3,105.01 1,185.12 148.82 5,470.10 529.90 1,599.87 3,335.40 185.00 498.41 7,156.25 22,498.68 10,259.88 118,000.00 868.30W .13R 164.60C (3,500.00 # ( 157.67R 3,397.56 15.00 1.59 $30,102.36 $888,614.18 $71,644.64 $886,094.19 $54,396.07 $16,113.81 $33,757.11 C—Transfer to Westview Cemetery Sale of Lots Fund. #—Transfer to Excess and Deficiency. R --Transfer to Revenue Account. S—Transfer to Sewer Assessment Fund. A—Transfer to Sewer Maintenance Account. B^ -Transfer to Sewer Dept. Trunk Line Repairs. P—Forward to 1937. for Accounts Payable. W—Transfer to Water Department Available Surplus Account. APPROPRIATION ACCOUNTS—NON-REVENUE Public Service Enterprises Water Construction: Taft Avenue, Cherry and Cary Streets ....._.. $469.98 Bedford Street and Massachusetts Ave- nue _............__._._............ 39.51 b S $460.08 $9.90 39.51 $509.49 $460.08 $9.90 $39.51 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT J a 14. 00 00 NOIDN1Xari ,30 NMOJ REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT 479 ANALYSIS OF APPROPRIATION ACCOUNTS REVENUE APPROPRIATION COMMITTEE Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1336 ._._ _........... Transferred from Reserve Fund by vote of Appropriation Committee Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Salary of Secretary ........._.......... Stenographic Service ............... ...........,....... „...... ,,... Office supplies Postage..........................................__...,....._._......_...._........_ Printing annual report ......_....._......__........... Preparing annual reports for mailing .... Departmental transfers -Supplies ..... _....... ....._ $ 300.00 5.00 46.32 78.68 176.00 25,00 $ 631.00 4.00 $ 600.00 35.00 $ 635.00 $ 635.00 SELECTMEN'S DEPARTMENT -SELECTMEN Appropriation -March 16, 1936 Credits Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Charles E. Ferguson William G. Potter .._.._...._ ................_.._..._......._.......„„ Archibald R. Giroux Philip M. Clark John A. Lyons ....._ Albert A. Ross $ 200.00 200.00 200.00 200.00 33.33 166.67 $1,000.00 480 TOWN OF LEXINGTON SELECTMEN'S DEPARTMENT -- SALARY OF CLERK Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 ........_ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Eleanor M. Lowe .......... ......._ .._ . _ _ ...... �. Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account _._......._ ...... ...... $1,516.79 .88 $1,517.67 $1,517.67 SELECTMEN'S DEPARTMENT - EXPENSES Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Clerical Expense _ „.... Town Meeting Checkers ....-- Postage and office supplies . Office equipment and repairs ..... Constable service .........._ Association Dues .„ ___ „...... Preparing Town Warrants for mailing.___ Town maps Sale deposit box .._ ...... �............ ...... Electric wiring for Town Meetings .... Bond premium ...__ . _.. Miscellaneous expenses ...___........__._ ....,,„.. Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account..... ...._._.._ _.._._.._ $1,050.87 16.00 764.96 4.56 294.74 7.50 10.00 114.00 12.39 5.00 10.80 5.00 21.31 $2,317.13 15.37 $2,332.50 2,332.50 ACCOUNTING DEPARTMENT - SALARY OF ACCOUNTANT Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 ,,...„. ....,... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: $1,000.00 James H. Russell, Town Accountant _._..._..., $2,775.00 2,775.00 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT ACCOUNTING DEPARTMENT - EXPENSES Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 _ .,......... *Departmental transfers -supplies Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Clerical expense $ 784.48 * Postage and office supplies _.........___..._......_121.48 Office equipment and repair ....._._..._....._..._49.47 Binding records 25.00 Association dues 12.00 Sundry items ....._...__.........._ 3.95 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account .....»...._...._ ................_._ $ 996.38 0.12 481 $ 992.50 4.00 $ 996.50 $996.50 TREASURER'S DEPARTMENT - SALARY OF TREASURER Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 ..._....... ......... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: James J. Carroll, Town Treasurer $ 950.00 950.00 TREASURER'S DEPARTMENT -EXPENSES Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Clerical Expense„....,.......»...,,....�.........._-.. $ 280.46 Postage and office supplies ...._ 151.24 Equipment and repair New Check Protector 127.00 Sundry Items _. 16.50 Bond premium .... 236.50 Transportation expense ...._.___ 4.70 Hold -Up Insurance .... 21.60 $ 838.00 $ 838.00 482 TOWN OF LEXINGTON FORECLOSURE AND REDEMPTION OF TAX TITLES Credits Balance January 1, 1936 * Refunds ....._._.._ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Clerical Expense _.._......_......_.._� Office supplies Recording fees * Land Court fees Travel expense ...._._ Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 1937 $ 99.00 6.51 57.88 930.00 .40 $1,752.68 44.00 $1,796.68 1,093.79 $ 702.89 COLLECTOR'S DEPARTMENT - SALARY OF COLLECTOR Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 __._...... ........... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: William S. Scamman, Collector $2,775.00 2,775.00 COLLECTOR'S DEPARTMENT - EXPENSES Credits Appropriation March 16, 1936 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Clerical expense ....._._..,. Postage and office supplies ............,,...., Advertising _..._ __...._....._....... _..., ,..._ Recording fees ....._..___.._.. .............».......»... Equipment and repair: Adding machine _....................._ .... Lamp....................................._..,,,............_ Filing cases _......... ........... _....». Sundry items ...,_.......-_ Bond premium _...._..._.._...._.�..._..._ $1,989.64 861.26 116.23 125.35 159.25 17.50 17.90 28.17 483.00 $3,798.30 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account ........................._ _..... 301.70 $4,100.00 $4,100.00 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT COLLECTOR'S DEPARTMENT - BINDING RECORDS Credits Balance January 1, 1936 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Binding ...... ..._.... ..„,... ..._ _..........__. Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 1937 483 136.00 48.00 $ 88.00 • ASSESSORS' DEPARTMENT - SALARIES OF ASSESSORS Appropriation -March 16, 1936 Credits Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Eugene T. Buckley Curlys L. Slocum Eliot T. Sturgis, Jr. William I. Burnham ...._._...__ Clyde E. Steeves __........_.........._ William H. Shanahan __ M. Bowman Judkins .... _ Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account_.........._..._.._..,�....,,,,..._...... $ 50.00 50.00 150.00 200.00 200.00 150.00 150.00 $ 950.00 50.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 ASSESSORS' DEPARTMENT - EXPENSES Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 ....._...-._ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Assistant Assessor ..__ .......................__...._....__. Clerical expense .... »..„., Special assistant assessors ...„......_._ Postage and office supplies _..............„.....,...__... Equipment and repair: Fan_. __..._......._...._..........__......... .....,..._... 17.60 Sundry Items _. $2,600.00 1,501.33 327.00 78.66 37.58 $4,968.25 484 TOWN OF' LEXINGTON ASSESSORS' DEPARTMENT -Continued Books - Persons 20 Years of Age & Over Transfer fees ....._..__...._............_ ...........�..... Automobile allowance .....,....._...._......._._.....,.._ ...._ Gasoline and oil ...._.._..._._...,..... ...---..•...- Expenses attending Assessors' Meetings » Sundry items ... .............. Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account 139.20 118.90 75.00 48.43 14.00 6.16 $4,963.76 4.49 OTHER FINANCE OFFICES & ACCOUNTS Credits Appropriation - March 16, 1936 ....._...._........, Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Certifying Notes...---......_.__.........__.._....... _.. $ 34.00 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account 166.00 LAW DEPARTMENT -1935 BILLS Credits Appropriation - March 23, 1936 .._.............._.. Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Special fees to Town. Counsel ...._.......... _...._..... $90.00 Reimbursement for expenses to Town 5.25 4,968.25 $200.00 200.00 $95.25 95.25 LAW DEPARTMENT -SALARY OF TOWN COUNSEL Credits Appropriation - March 16, 1936 Debits $925.00 Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Sydney R. Wrightington, Town Counsel 925.00 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT LAW DEPARTMENT - EXPENSES Credits Appropriation - March 16, 1936 ...._._._.........._. Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Special fees to Town Counsel ... Reimbursement for expenses to Town Counsel.....»....»,,,..,........,,»...............»...»_...............»..»»,.,.. Witnessfees . ................................»,,...........,,,.... ...»,,... Constable service _._..,,.........».,.....»._ .................... Copies of reports __.....,.._...._...._...__.._...._..._..,._. Claim settlements _ _.....»__................._.. ..._.. Costs....._...._...._ __._........._ Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account _.._........ _._..,._.._ 485 486 TOWN OF LEXINGTON TOWN CLERK'S DEPARTMENT - EXPENSES Credits $1,575.00 Appropriation -March 16, 1936 _..._...._ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: $1,155,00 Clerical expense _...... $287.20 Postage and office supplies .........._...,........__..... 139.06 288.58 Equipment and repair . ..............».. »_ .. 2.75 37.00 Advertising....._..__........__......._...._.........»»..,..,.._... .... .49 5.00 Bond premium .....__.._........_..._.... 5.00 49.60 Post office box ... _._....w. .._ 2.40 25.59 Expenses attending Town Clerk's Meeting 1.90 12.50 $1,573.27 1.73 LAW DEPARTMENT - RYDER CASE Vine Brook Drainage Credits Appropriation -March 23, 1936 ... ....,....._._..... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Witnesses ..__......-.._...-_.... ... ...... Transcript of testimony ..,..»..»..,,»....».............__. Engineering- services ,......... ....»,...» ....,,...... Reimbursement for expenses to Town CounseI_..._......._._........__.__.,......_ ..,,»... ................,,. Blue Prints Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 1937 $134.20 637.00 663.65 4.20 1.68 1,575.00 $1,500.00 1,440.73 $ 59.27 TOWN CLERK'S DEPARTMENT -SALARY OF TOWN CLERK Credits Appropriation - March 16, 1936 ..._......_ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: James J. Carroll, Town Clerk .....__............... $1,775.00 1,775.00 ELECTIONS & REGISTRATIONS Credits Appropriation - March 16, 1936 ....... Appropriation - December 7, 1936 (Excess & Deficiency) ...__...._.__..... _ .... ......,..�..�._ Transferred from Reserve Fund by vote of Appropriation Committee Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: For Registrations: Salary of Registrars _........... »..._.......,»...» ... Checkers for Recount _....._..__._...._......»..» Clericalexpense -.»......_.....w.............._»._.... Postage and office supplies .._.._....__..... Voting lists »...»... .., ..._..._...-._....�_..... Ballots...»,,.... ...,»...» .,»... ......_..__...._...._......._. Advertising....,_,.» ....»,,..»..» ....,...._ Sundry items ..........._....... ........._.._......_..__....».. For Elections: Election officers Constables ....._.. .........».... ,...»....»....».. ...._........._. Postage and office supplies Printing warrants Meals for election officers ...._.-.._.-.» ,.. Addressing envelopes, etc. »...___.. __ .... Lumber._.._...._..._..._ ___.._.._..._...- .. $ 200.00 32.00 100.00 57.94 255.00 55.00 89.96 32.70 1,416.99 24.00 146.73 42.00 99.57 54.00 16.11 20.00 $438.80 438.80 $2,299.00 232.10 142.50 $2,673.60 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT ELECTION & REGISTRATIONS—Continued Electrical work ..._.... .................»....»..,._,......»..,31.25 Sundry items _....... ._........ _...._...._.........._.._ .35 487 $2,673.60 PUBLIC WORKS — SUPERINTENDENT'S OFFICE SALARIES Credits Appropriation — March 16, 1936 ..._ ......._._ .., Appropriation — September 21, 1936 (Ex- cess and Deficiency) .......,... _...._....._.._........__.... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Robert P. Trask — Superintendent ......... John W. Raymond, Jr., Superintendent ._... Clerk_....,,»,.. »...,._...........__.._..._._..........__...._....__.. $ 1,310,40 2,252.10 995.00 $ 4,557.50 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account __...._..—........_...._........ _....,...... 5.50 $4,292.00 271.00 $4,563.00 4,563.00 PUBLIC WORKS—SUPERINTENDENT'S OFFICE EXPENSES Credits Appropriation — March 16, 1936 ._........ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Postage and office supplies Office equipment and repair: Files_..........__....._..._..__.._.......................»,..._. Sundryitems ...__......__..._..__.._..._ __...._..._. Travel expense .....___...._... ...................»_ .._......_ Bond premium . _. ___._...._..__ Automobile repairs _......_ _..,»... ............._..._..._ $123.31 20.14 12.74 36.30 5.00 42.51 $240.00 488 TOWN OF LEXINGTON TOWN OFFICES & CARY MEMORIAL BUILDING SALARIES OF JANITORS Credits Appropriation — March 16, 1936 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Janitor_....,........_......... ........_.._._..._..._... Assistant Janitor ...,.....__...._..._ ........_..._.... Extra Janitor Service ............................._...._. $1,831.66 1,151.67 24.00 $3,007.33 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account .... ....,.._....»......... .. ...._._....._.._. 13.15 $3,020.48 3,020.48 TOWN OFFICES & CARY MEMORIAL BUILDING—EXPENSES Credits Appropriation — March 16, 1936 . Appropriation — September 21, 1936 (Ex- cess & Deficiency) .__........._....__...._...._.._...._.. *Departmental Transfers — Supplies .,.......... # Refunds _..__..._...__...,...__..._... .......___ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Coal $1,789.87 Gas190.41 Electric Light and power ..__...m..— __..._.. 1,749.23 Repairs: New water boiler ............,,..... _...,...__._...._...__ 99.00 Outside light ...._._.._......_.._ 50.00 Miscellaneous .... ......_ .....,.».... .. ,..._.._ 122.46 Insurance — Workmen's Compensation and Public Liability _....... ........... ....».. _.. 25.08 #Telephone service 1,762.44 *Supplies ........__...._....»....,..........,.._.__...._.._..... 481.87 Clean statues .....-..-....-..-..••....-_ 20.00 240.00 Water _ 135.49 $6,080.00 300.00 76.92 31.98 $6,488.90 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT 489 TOWN OFFICES & CARY MEMORIAL BLDG. EXPENSES -Cont. Fertilizer .,...__. Sundry items Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account . ......w._ ......_ 23.51 29.25 $6,478.61 10.29 6,488.90 ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT -- SALARIES OF ENGINEERS Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 ......_..-..__... Appropriation September 21, 1936 (Ex- cess and Deficiency) ....._.._ ....... _..... _......... __ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Town Engineer .....,..._.............__...._..._........_..__........ $3,000.00 Assistant engineer ........_.. _......- _ 2,131.20 Other employees .,........._...._..._ _ 4,451.51 Special employees .......... _........... __........... _._...._...... _.., 264.00 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account ...__..........____..........»....»......,..... $9,846.71 33.50 $9,320.21 560.00 $9,880.21 9,880.21 ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT -EXPENSES Credits Appropriation - March 16, 1936 _._._._.._........» Appropriation- September 21, 1936 (Ex - and Deficiency) .... ...................................... .._ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Field and office supplies ..,,.........,.,... Equipment and repair: Cabinets . .._. Miscellaneous .._._.......... ..................... .._......_ Gasoline and oil ................ __.......... _......... __.._........_ Publications ._.......__.._ $500.03 93.06 148.04 159.09 4.00 $ 820.00 300.00 $1,120.00 490 TOWN OF LEXINGTON ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT -Continued Automobile registrations Insurance - Automobile Public Liability _._...._..__ Fire and Theft ...__ Blue Prints ..._..._.__...._..r_......_.. Labor for soundings . Sundry items Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account .............._..........__.._......._._...._.. 4.00 60.18 3.48 61.51 48.00 2.00 $1,083.39 36.61 PLANNING BOARD Credits Appropriation - March 16, 1936 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Clerical service _.........._......._._.........._.........._ $57.92 Postage and supplies .... _...._......... _..._......_..... .31.35 Advertising ..._................ ....... ........_........ ....._....... 48.51 Printing pamphlets . 17.00 Engineering service . ..... ............... _......... ._....... ._._25.00 Associationdues .........» ................».....,,,.........,,..,....,15.00 Blue prints _......_...._..._...._..........._ 7.01 Preparing reports for mailing ,........,.,.......,,,, 7.50 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account ............._........_....................... $209.29 15.71 BOARD OF APPEALS Credits Appropriation - March 16, 1936 _..._..._. Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Clerical service .,.........,...._..,..,...._..., Postageand supplies ................ .................... Advertising ................._ ....,,..._ $ 34.00 88.75 35.28 $153.03 1,120.00 $225.00 225.00 $200.00 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT BOARD OF APPEALS -Continued Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account _....•... ...•.•...- ..-•,•.-...-••_......_ 46.97 POLICE DEPARTMENT -1935 BILLS Credits Appropriation - December 7, 1936 (Excess & Deficiency) .... .._..-..._... ...,,........,.. ._.... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Medical attendance 491 200.00 $25.00 25.00 POLICE DEPARTMENT - SALARIES Credits Appropriation - March 16, 1936... ....,,.,,.......,. $32,721.31 Transferred from Reserve Fund by vote of Appropriation Committee _..........._ 89.51 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Chief...-..._...._ ....,.............. _._.......-__..._ Sergeants _..,..... Patrolmen....__.._...._._ .._...._.._..._... ..._...... $ 2,775.00 4,231.98 25,803.84 $32,810.82 32,810.82 POLICE DEPARTMENT- AUTOMOBILE & MOTORCYCLE Credits Appropriation - March 16, 1936 ... .......... _...... Transferred from Reserve Fund by vote of Appropriation Committee ___.........__...... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Automobiles _.._....._.._..... ......_ _ Motorcycle ...._......, $648.55 250.00 $650.00 248.55 $898.55 898.55 492 TOWN OF LEXINGTON POLICE DEPARTMENT - EXPENSES Credits Appropriation - March 16, 1936 ._...._._ __......_.. Transferred from Reserve Fund by vote of Appropriation Committee ...._...._ ._ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Equipment Maintenance: Motor Equipment ..._ _...._..._................ _.. $ 537.68 Gasoline and oil .........__...._... _............._..,,_... .... 828.48 Radios _.._..,_._ _............_. 125.65 Equipment for Men . 609.12 Additional Equipment: Automobile 312.00 Radios 42.04 Sirens ....._..._. _.........._..__50.00 Powerlites ... 7.70 Patrolboxes ...--_----_.........._...._... .._...__ _...,_,..._ 90.00 Meals Officers ..........._ ...................... _..., ,,19.50 Prisoners....................... .......... ..1.......... _......... ._...._........ _36.05 Other Expenses Postage and office supplies 85.32 Office equipment and repair .... _ 34.40 Telephone _.._......_ ............._.........__......... 975.15 Taxi and ambulance service 105.75 Ammunition etc..,,..........,,... _.............._...._..__112.33 Medical aid ............ ......................_ 23.00 Radio broadcast.........,,....,......_............_.._........-._375.00 Photographic supplies .................................... 29.47 Special traffic duty ,... ..,.,,.. _._ 49.00 Matron ....__.._ _.._,...._._...._..__ 40.00 Dues: N. E. Police Revolver League ._10.00 Expenses of Chief at Police Convention ._ 14.45 Insurance- Automobile Public Liability 93.68 Fire and Theft 9.95 SundryItems.....__.._...._..----.........__-......._..._.......... 67.64 $4,683.36 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account ........._...._................ _______ ......... 113.64 $4,430.00 367.00 $4,797.00 4,797.00 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT FIRE DEPARTMENT MAINTENANCE Credits Appropriation - March 16, 1936 Transferred from Reserve Fund by vote of Appropriation Committee ...__ *Refunds _.._...._.._...., ..........,,._,..._........ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Salaries and Wages: Engineers ....._..._.._...._.......»,,..._._...._.. Regular Men _...._..._ ---.._..._...W,......._........_.._.. Call Men ExtraDuty ........_....-_._.._._..__....,....._ .....,, ... .._.. Equipment Maintenance & Repairs: Hose............................._....... Equipment for men . ....,....._...,..,,.. *Fire fighting equipment ..... .......................... Repairs... _.__...._...._.... ......-._....... ......._ Gasoline and oil .............._....__..._ Alarm boxes etc. Newboxes ..._......_..._....__.._........__.........._...._..., Miscellaneous ....- Shop equipment and supplies Sundry items ........,_,..._..._...._._._...._..___.._ Fuel and Light: Oil...__...._..._.._ _._..._...._....,,.,,.. Light and power ......._........_...._...._...__...._.__... Gas....._........_..__...._..._._....._... .._.... _..................... Maintenance of Buildings & Grounds: Repairs .....»..............__._...._.. Furniture and furnishings Laundry work .._ _.._....__. Sundry items Other expenses: Postage and office supplies ...__...._....._..... Office equipment and repair _..........._ Telephone _........................ __...._.... ....... Lunches._.................. ....._..__..........T._...._.._ Medical aid etc. ,.,.............. ...,... ._...._.._ Rent of whistle house ....._m._...._.. _ Automobile allowance for Chief $ 500.00 1,000.00 24,563.57 3,946.80 44.60 1,636.85 325.64 1,415.93 587.56 225.16 125.00 704.86 156.42 15.65 706.26 570.80 71.45 199.41 28.73 189.60 49.43 142.31 91.64 8.30 374.96 5.15 14.60 150.00 200.00 493 $38,244.53 42.00 2.26 $38,288.79 494 TOWN OF LEXINGTON FIRE DEPARTMENT MAINTENANCE -Continued Insurance - Motor Vehicle Fire and Theft _ ........__.._..,._..._ Damage settlement ..,..._......_ .. Stenographic service ......._.._...._..-..._..... Rental of land ... _»...,» Sundry items Departmental Transfers for Electric Lamps . _...._ supplies - Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account ........._.....,,..__......_. ......... _.. 41.13 4.50 41.00 25.00 11.50 21.50 $38,195.27 14.03 $38,209.30 '79.49 38,288.79 FIRE DEPARTMENT - FIRE ALARM BOXES Credits Balance January 1, 1936 Debits Transferred to Excess and Deficiency by vote of the Town March 23, 1936 .._......._.__..... $ 13.00 13.00 FIRE DEPARTMENT - UNDERGROUND CABLE Woburn Street to East Lexington Fire House Credits Appropriation - March 23, 1936 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Louis W. Bills - Contract ....._......_._...._.. _. Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 1937 BUILDING DEPARTMENT - SALARY Credits Appropriation - March 16, 1936 ... _.........._ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Fred W. Longbottom, Inspector _.._......W....,... _ $3,981.00 3,893.00 $ 88.00 $1,045.00 1,045.00 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT BUILDING DEPARTMENT - EXPENSES Credits Appropriation - March 16, 1936 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Postage and Stationery ._... ........ $ 16.40 Automobile expense __.. _...._.._..._. _. 100.00 Bond premium _ ..................».._..._...._.._....._.. _ .... 5.00 Conference records ...._...»,._._......._..._..._..._......... 2.66 $124.06 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account ...._ 35.94 WIRE DEPARTMENT - SALARY Credits Appropriation - March 16, 1936 .....__.._....»._ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Louis W. Bills, Inspector .,....... WIRE DEPARTMENT -- EXPENSES Credits Appropriation - March 16, 1936 _..._...._ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Office supplies $ 5.00 5.00 6.18 $16.18 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to RevenueAccount ..................»...,..............,,............, 3.82 495 $160.00 160.00 $600.00 600.00 496 TOWN OF LEXINGTON WEIGHTS & MEASURES DEPARTMENT - EXPENSES Credits Appropriation - March 16, 1936 .. ...... Transferred from Reserve Fund by vote of Appropriation Committee ............ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Office supplies _.._...._..__ Dies - Tools, etc. ...__...._... Seals Transportation _..._....__._.......�..._... »_...... --- Convention expense .....»..._...._......_.._....»..._ $30.75 11.62 11.06 41.50 5.50 MOTH & INSECT SUPPRESSION Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 _...»............. Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: $20.00 Superintendent . $ 300.00 Office equipment and repair ..._.......... __...._.. 33.88 Labor.............._.._......_.._....,,...........,,...._...._.....__ 1,010.26 Equipment and repair . _ 90.47 Gasoline and oil 80.39 Insecticides ................».....,.... 197.67 Insurance -Workmen's Compensation 4.27 Sundry expenses...._._...._.....__................_......_._12.50 20.00 WEIGHTS & MEASURES DEPARTMENT - SALARY Credits Appropriation - March 16, 1936 ....._... _ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Charles E. Hadley, Sealer ..._ .... $400.00 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account ..............»....,,.... _......_...__ . _... $1,729.44 125.56 $ 75.00 25.43 $100.43 100.43 $1,855.00 1,855.00 INSECT AND TREE DEPARTMENTS -POWER SPRAYER Credits 400.00 Appropriation -March 23, 1936 $1,100.00 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT 497 INSECT & TREE DEPT. — POWER SPRAYER—Continued Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Power Sprayer ».......... ........_ ..._. Lumber for mounting sprayer Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 1937 498 TOWN OF LEXINGTON FOREST FIRES—Continued Fire fighting supplies ,... .... ,........,..........._....._. 9.50 $ 996.00 $1,071.63 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to 17.54 Revenue Account ..___......_.........._.._.._ 4.00 1,089.17 $ 10.83 SHADE TREE DEPARTMENT Credits Appropriation—March 16, 1936 .................. Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Office supplies ..... Labor Trees .._.__........._.._......_ Insecticide...__........._..............._..._...._.._...._..___._........... Lumber_______ ..... _.._.......__..._ .. _...........»..,, Electrical supplies Miscellaneous supplies ..— Convention expense—Superintendent .._._.. Other expenses ............ _ __ Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account $ 6.75 1,819.52 161.44 204.75 178.17 22.99 5.12 10.43 10.00 2.50 $2,421.67 350.33 FOREST FIRES Credits Appropriation—March 16, 1936 ..._ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Forest Warden ................»...,..,..... ....,.... $ 200.00 Fighting fires ,...._....,._....... 310.80 Fire fighting equipment _....,....._ 68.00 Maintenance of equipment ..,..».............._. 62.70 Hose.............._..........._..._.,...._._...,.......__........._._....,........_._345.00 $2,772.00 $2,772.00 $1,000.00 DOG OFFICER—SALARY Credits Appropriation—March 16, 1936 .»:._..... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: DOG OFFICER — EXPENSES Credits Appropriation—March 16, 1936 .._........._ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Moving Kennels Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account _.. 5.90 44.10 HEALTH DEPARTMENT — 1934 BILLS Credits Appropriation --December 7, 1936 (Excess & Deficiency) ..... —....T ..... ....... .. Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Medical attendance ...__..__....._____.........._.___..__ HEALTH DEPARTMENT — 1935 BILLS Credits Appropriation—December 7th, 1936 (Excess and Deficiency) _ ...................._._..._...._......,........ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Medical attendance __....__..__....... $1,000.00 $ 100.00 100.00 $ 50.00 $ 50.00 $ 56.00 $ 56.00 $ 84.00 $ 84.00 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT 499 500 TOWN OF LEXINGTON HEALTH DEPARTMENT HEALTH DEPARTMENT -Continued Credits Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account ...__......_..._...._......__...._...._._.. 570.12 Appropriation -March 16, 1936 ...___..._..._.._.. $6,000.00 Appropriation -September 21, 1936 (Excess and Deficiency) 2,400.00 *Refunds __......- ._ . _.....____....._. _.........__......_ 5.00 $8,405.00 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: General Administration: Inspector _____ _______ ...................� .. ._ $500.00 Postage and office supplies ......_.......-._._.._ 34.94 Advertising ..__._.._..--....... ._.. _.. ... 5.39 Quarantine & Contagious Diseases: Board and treatment 179.00 Medical attendance 448.25 Nurses ........-..__.. ...... ........ 141.50 Drugs and medicines _............._„.._.....-_.__... 3.75 *Clothing ... _....,.. m.-_......__...._..._. .. _.. 47.79 Groceries and provisions ....___...._..... 18.00 Hospitals _.._ 1,437.68 Taxi and ambulance service ._-............_.... 30.00 Other transportation expense 31.20 Fuel .... _..__........ _...._.._._ 9.00 Other expenses ..-...._....._. ...................,..........,.. 1.50 8,405.00 MIDDLESEX COUNTY TUBERCULOSIS HOSPITAL Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 ... __..,._............... $3,498.83 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Assessment for Town of Lexington por- tion of expense DOG CLINIC 3,498.83 Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 _ $ 350.00 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Tuberculosis: Veterinarian - $ 100.00 Board and treatment- Nurse ....._.._ 20.00 Middlesex County Sanatorium ________ 3,772.50 Dog Handlers ......,....._._..._. .... _......... _.._ 40.00 North Reading State Sanatorium _.._._ 254.00 Helpers 15.00 Other expenses: Clerk....---......_ ...__.........._._........................._. 12.00 Burial dead animals etc. .........._.. 43.00 Equipment ........_............ ....._...._._.......__ 6.50 Toxoid inoculations _...___ ___-_...,....._..... 45.00 Tags ... ..... - •-•• ••- 7.20 Analyses 133.00 Vaccine ..._._...._.._„_ _..._.....-_...._ 121.70 ....__._......_....___.....__._.,...._..........._._..... Cesspool pump .........._.._.._._. _.- 400.00 Printing and addressing cards ...._.........._._4.50 Lumber and hardware for mounting Postage .........._.. ,,,,.. _ _ ,,,,_,.,..... 10.00 pump ......-..__..- _ .... _....� 4.14 Posters _.._......_......,_. _. 1.00 Labor mounting pump .. 21.00 Alcohol _...,..,....._......._._.__.......__...,.,,... 7.66 67.31 Other expense for pump _......_ ....... ._... 1.50 $ 345.56 Automobile allowance for Inspector ... 200.00 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Sundry items ....... 5.43 Revenue Account _..... _................ 4.44 $7,834.88 350.00 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT DENTAL CLINIC Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 _..........._ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Dentist _............ DentalNurse ......._..._._ .................._......... Transportation of Nurse Stationery, etc. _..._ Equipment and repair Dental supplies Towel service .......... Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account .,..._.._..--..._-.....••.•w• -•-- POSTURE CLINIC Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Physician_.._......_...........__...._.............._ Nurses._ ........... _........._ ...,..._..._....... Photographic equipment _ _ ..... Photographic supplies ._.............._______ Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account -•.••••••• - $1,130.00 600.00 4.10 17.35 22.90 69.85 4.50 $1,848.70 1.30 VITAL STATISTICS Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Birth returns ..._--...........- ... Death returns ............__......__.__.._......... ,.. 501 502 TOWN OF LEXINGTON VITAL STATISTICS -Continued Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to $1,850.00 Revenue Account 1,850.00 $ 100.00 490.90 27.65 18.61 637.16 62.84 $ 700.00 700.00 $ 50.00 $ 7.75 17.00 25.25 ANIMAL INSPECTION Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Chester L. Blakely, M.D.V. Inspector .... _.... SLAUGHTERING INSPECTION Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Matthew Stevenson, Inspector ..... PLUMBING DEPARTMENT - SALARY Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Andrew T. Bain, Inspector ._................ 50.00 $ 500.00 500.00 $ 600.00 600.00 800.00 800.00 PLUMBING DEPARTMENT - EXPENSES Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Postage and office supplies ._.......,.... Bond premium . _.._........_...._..._....._. $ 13.00 5.00 $ 18.00 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account ............._......... .....__..__................ 32.00 $ 50.00 $24.75 50.00 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT SEWER DEPARTMENT — SALARIES Credits Appropriation—March 16, 1936 Debits 503 504 TOWN OF LEXINGTON SEWER DEPARTMENT — TRUNK LINE REPAIRS Credits Balance January 1, 1936 _.._......_ ....,,... $1,020.00 Appropriation—September 21, 1936 (Sewer Construction—Trunk Line—Sewer Assess- ment Fund) ......... ..... $ 517.04 529.51 Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: $1,046.55 Debits 628.49 391.51 Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: 1,020.00 SEWER MAINTENANCE — EXPENSES Credits Appropriation—March 16, 1936 $3,090.00 Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 1937 $ 5,09 Laoor.....,......__......._..._..............„...,.......— _ $ 871.51 Gasoline and oil ....__....... ._.._....... __________ 103.53 Cement and sand .....„„.........._......._.__.28.80 Oilskin and gloves ,... 11.50 Manhole cushions 15.04 Sundry items ........._....„,... ....__..._ 11.08 1,041.46 Appropriation—September 21, 1936 (Sewer Construction - Sundry, Sewer Assessment Fund) ....._.......__............ _ 300.00 SEWER DEPARTMENT — STOCK Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Labor_.._.....W...,..,...„...„.....__..._..� Equipment and repairs _.._.....__ Gasoline and oil Pipeand fitting.....„............._._...,_.„..�„...,„.. „.....,,. Pipe privileges _............._„... _......_ Sundry items Departmental transfers — Supplies—Pipe etc. �......_W _„_..... Departmental transfers — Services—Trench repair_...__.... _.,.._...._._...,..._......... .........__ $2,932.63 4.56 110.04 28.15 10.00 60.29 $8,145.67 139.02 94.03 $3,378.72 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Sewer Assessment Fund.._...J............._...„..„......... 11.28 $3,390.00 3,390.00 Credits Balance January 1, 1936 ..... ....___..._...... _.............„ Departmental transfers — Supplies Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Pipe....._....._.._.._._...._ _..„........W...,.. — Sealing compound _......... ......_...... _.............. .._...._... Cement._.......,..._.._......_..._._......_.___ Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 1937 $ 366.63 10.28 3.18 $ 472.34 286.26 $ 758.60 380.09 $ 378.51 SEWER CONSTRUCTION — SUNDRY STREETS Credits Balance January 1, 1936 Appropriation...March 23, 1936 (Sewer As- sessment Fund) ___________ .......... _ $ 456.17 3,100.00 $3,556.17 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT 505 506 TOWN OF LEXINGTON SEWER CONSTRUCTION—SUNDRY STREETS—Continued Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Labor...... .._......._._.....___ ._......_ $ 740.81 SEWER CONSTRUCTION—TRUNK LINE—Continued Transferred to Trunk Line Repairs by vote of Town September 21, 1936 ....._..._..__..._.. 529.51 629.00 Tools _........... _ 90 DRAIN CONSTRUCTION — MILL BROOK Gasoline and oil ._ 69.07 Sand, Cement, brick, etc. —...,_......__ 44.16 Credits Lumber .. _ 25.00 Balance January 1, 1936 Recording fees............_........8.37 Manhole construction . 11.60 Debits Sundry items _............___.._..__..._....._.......,._..._._ 5.98 Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Equipment $ 11.48 $ 905.89 Gasoline and oil ..... __._........._.........,.,..... _.._._.._..... 1.23 Departmental transfers—Supplies — Pipe, Trucks W.._...—...._....»._...,_._.._......_...._ ................ 4725 etc..........._.._......__......,..._........_........_.—...._...M_.....,.. 149.46 Sand and cement _.._....m..... 15.22 Departmental transfers—Services — Trench Lumber ._ ......................... ---......._..m __...._...__.......... 5.43 repair ............._ 360.66 Boston & Maine Railroad for Protecting tracks ____ 277.63 $1,416.01 Moving shovel _......_.._....,................_...._....._ 15.20 Transfer to Sewer Maintenance by vote of Town September 21, 1936 ............................. Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 1937 300.00 1,716.01 $1,840.16 SEWER CONSTRUCTION—TAFT & TARBELL AVENUES CHERRY AND CARY STREETS Credits Balance January 1, 1936 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Labor...__...._..._............. ..._...__......_. .._....... Cement....._............. ........ �.. 187.31 9.55 $ 196.86 196.86 SEWER CONSTRUCTION — TRUNK LINE Credits Balance January 1, 1936 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Labor................................�....................__._. $ 377.34 373.44 Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 1937 $ 3.90 REMOVAL OF ASHES & CARE OF DUMPS Credits Appropriation—March 16, 1936 ......................_ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Labor....._._.._._..__...._........_._...._.....- --.._...... Gasoline and oil — $1,880.79 39.21 GARBAGE COLLECTION Credits Appropriation—March 16, 1936 .... Appropriation—September 21, 1936 (Excess and Deficiency) __._.....,.. .._......__..,.. __.. $1,920.00 1,920.00 $3,600.00 600.00 $ 629.00 $4,200.00 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Robert McAdoo—Contract ..__...._......._......._ $2,700.00 $ 99.49 Albert Bieren—Contract 606.85 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT GARBAGE COLLECTION -Continued 247.50 87.30 Trucks and equipment - rental Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account .....» _._.....-....•.......__ $3,641.65 558.35 SURVEY OF DRAINAGE AREAS Credits Balance January 1, 1936 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Metcalf & Eddy -final report 507 4,200.00 $3,929.86 3,929.86 HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT - SALARIES Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 ....._.... w..._...._. Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Superintendent _......._._ Consulting Superintendent .._ Assistant Superintendent .,.. »_..._....._ Clerk _.._..,,.. ...,... Transferred to Excess & Deficiency by vote of the Town December 7th, 1936 ....._..__.._ Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account ..,,.».._.._..... »........__..., $2,092.12 1,200.00 577.50 628.51 $4,498.13 800.00 $5,298.13 61.87 $5,360.00 5,360.00 HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE -- EXPENSES Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 ----- $34,640.00 Departmental transfers -Supplies 73.85 Departmental transfers -Services ...,,_....„.„....,... 2,688.11 508 TOWN OF LEXINGTON HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE -EXPENSE -Continued Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Office supplies . $ 62.60 Office equipment and repair 16.81 Trucks 195.26 Labor ,..._..._ 17,705.54 Steamshovel................._........_._._..__..-.._...._._....._.. 51.25 Broken stone, gravel, etc. _.._......__..........__.. 5,692.77 Equipment and repairs: Planer __....._..__ 400.00 Buldozer,....„.„....„..... _....._.____.__. _. 269.50 Sundry _......_...__.......»....»,»..„ .........._._....... 2,766.63 Gasoline and oil 1,261.29 Asphalt, etc. ..... _.._........ ...»..»...,........ ............. _._ 6,350.50 Kerosene 166.75 Lumber........ ........ _.._.._...... _ _ _...___.. 21.64 Pipe and fittings . ......_.__.._........_.._ 92.32 Coal, etc. ..»......_..._._.......___.........._ ..._._ 104.70 Grass seed etc. _.._....».„_.......�.._...._.-..._____..,. 223.00 Loam„..... __..,.... ......_._......,..._.�...._.. ... 222.50 Concrete edging _ ...» ... .__..._ _........ ....„.... 42.24 Brick, cement and sand .........,„„„_.._...._.__.„„..... 82.33 Culverts ..._..._.__......... .......__. 410.74 Frames and grates . 171.00 Wipers_..._... _ ......._. _...._... ..„...._. _.........__. ._-.. 76.00 321.22 First aid supplies .._,.__...._...._...-_._............„.._..... 26.51 Catch basin 10.00 Registration of Motor equipment ....._._..._._ 24.00 Guard Rail posts .... _.._...___... 37.50 Damage claims _„.„.».„..„...»...... ________ 46.20 Insurance: Automobile Fire and Theft _______ Automobile Liability .............._.. Public Liability Sundry items Departmental transfers - Supplies - Gasoline and Oil ..„»......._._...._.._._..._._._........._..... Pipe..__.. _..._..___..._......,..»......,.._..._..._....__.. 57.50 25.77 438.80 25.67 $37,398.54 2.86 .56 $37,401.96 37,401.96 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE — CHAPTER 90 Credits Appropriation —March 23, 1936 ..... ___..,._.. Loan — In anticipation of reimbursement from State and County ....._.. _..,,..,...__...._..._ Debits 509 510 TOWN OF LEXINGTON HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT -- JUDGMENT — ROSS & SON Credits $2,000.00 Appropriation — March 23, 1936 ...„. 3,500.00 $5,500.00 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Judgment ._._..._.._ ...... .....___ ._..._ Costa and Interest _..... „„_ Added Interest ____ $1,308.60 403.78 26.17 $1,738.55 Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: 1,738.55 Labor ..... _...._...._....._......_..__._........... $1,811.33 Trucks _—_. -...--..._...---.__. _ _....__ 22.00 Gasoline and oil 46.75 Stone, gravel, etc _......._.. ......—_...._.. .._....»» 1,597.78 Cement, sand and brick ..._...___.M_.._ __ ..__. 91.23 Aanhalt Ptt_.........._..._..—._..........................._.............._ 1,755.32 17.82 94.08 30.00 28.91 4.78 Coal.�_...._ . ... _ _ _._ ...... Pipe and fittings _—..--....-------- Posts ........».....W...._..___ ._................Posts _____—.....-- Paint ..—.._.............,..._Paint ........ Sundry items _...__..__...... ..�. HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT—GRADER Credits Appropriation — March 23, 1936 ..—..._.......... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Grader.__........._...._... _......_._........_...,..... Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 1937 HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT — TRUCK Credits Appropriation— December 7, 1936 (Excess & Deficiency) ___ ....... ......_.__...._...�.._ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Federal Dump Truck _..,.... ..........._._. Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 1937 5,500.00 $4,504.00 4,400.00 $100.00 $1,030.55 HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT —LAND DAMAGES Pleasant & Watertown Streets Credits Appropriation — March 23, 1936 ._....._...._—. Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Mary D. Hatch Patrick J. Shanahan J. Alexander Wilson ---...---...-- $400.00 450.00 200.00 $1,050.00 1,050.00 HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION — Gleason Road #1 Credits Balance January 1, 1936 Debits Transferred to Excess and Deficiency by vote of the Town March 23, 1936 _._.___, $222.23 222.23 HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION — HIBBERT STREET Credits Appropriation — March 23, 1936 .._....._.. „.._.. Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Recording fee .,,.„...........___,„,,,,„, Registration fee $ 5.22 2.00 $2,000,00 1,014.00 7.22 $ 16,65 Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 1937 $1,992.78 • REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION — LINCOLN STREET 1935 Contract Credits Balance January 1, 1936 _.---.---- Appropriation — March 23, 1936 From State _-_..W. ..w .._ Loan — In anticipation of reimbursement from State and County ...-...._..—•• ••••• Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Labor._..._._...._._._....w Equipment and repair ----,--- Gasoline _,_,_. .•._••.••Gasoline and oil ,•••,.,— Steam shovel Compressor -- —.._.—._.-- Pipe Pipe ..._ .. _. .._..__.....» Cement, sand and brick ................_..._.___-- Stone, gravel etc, —______--- Asphalt _...,,»_.,, »,•,m.— -....._-•••.••-.-• Asphalt etc. _ Curbing Explosives ...--- Frames .._____................»Frames and grates _ _ Packing, etc Manholes and catch basins ._._...._..__.,......_.-.... Damage claims Sundry items - Departmental transfers— Supplies — Gasoline and Oil .... __ »..... ..... _ _...__ $ 4,026.37 228.13 243.87 3,555.44 1,972.50 50.00 1,783.12 616.46 4,137.28 1,801.45 180.00 488.50 468.55 36.92 133.00 81.02 26.00 29.85 $19,858.46 80.16 $19,938.62 Transferred to Highway Construction — Lincoln St. 1936 Contract Account ..... 9,300.00 Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 1937 511 $10,952.61 6,500.00 3,227.86 691.36 10,000.00 $31,371.83 29,238.62 $2,133.21 512 TOWN OF LEXINGTON - HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION — LINCOLN STREET 1936 Contract Credits From 1935 Contract Account _,„ _•, .,•,,,,.._•,,., From State ...._»».,......_ .,.. _ From County _.._....__ _.__.,_ ........ From Loan — In anticipation of reimburse- ment from State and County ....._....._,_...._._„.. Debits Payments on Selectmen's' Warrants: Labor......... ........�.._..._.. _...-... M.._.,.._.__...._...—._... Trucks... ........ _....... _» ....... _..__.._ __..... Steam shovel ....... __„»...._.._..._... _ _. Equipment and repair ...,... »...,».,...._.....___„ Gasoline and oil .._....---...........,......»_.._.__.._ Stone, gravel, etc. _.._ _ ....,...—.....». _ .. »...... Asphalt, etc. .........__._._.__..,.... ..._...._.__ ..... Loam ..._.._..._._...... Posta .... .,,...._ _».._. _... Coal_..._._ __......—._._._. ....,,.._ ._..._. Brick, cement, etc.... _._.._..._._.. . Damage claims .....»..._...._...__.._....» ............._._....... Sundry items ...__...,.,,.... _...._.__......... ....._...._ Departmental transfers for Supplies — Gasoline & Oil .......__....____...._.. Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 1937 $4,258.89 3,693.30 1,900,00 252.61 150.94 7,740.90 3,646.59 696.10 244.23 31.25 51.90 67.20 61.99 3.53 $22,799.43 62.73 HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION — PLEASANT & WATERTOWN STREETS Credits Balance January 1, 1936 „•_•___._ Transferred from Reserve Fund by vote of Appropriation Committee ` ..... „, $ 9,300.00 4,633.67 1,091.33 10,000.00 $25,025,00 22,862.16 $2,162.84 $553.95 160.01 $713.96 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT 513 HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION -Continued Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Installation of Signal Cable _........ _................ Cable for fence .......... ....... .._...._..__.. $105.00 419.50 $524,50 Transfers to State and County Aid Accounts 189.46 713.96 HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION -PLYMOUTH ROAD Credits Appropriation -March 23, 1936 .._..,,. Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Labor..._._................................._.........._.........._...,„..,,......_......... $1,076.84 Trucks....._......_.._...._......,,_,...„.............__.._...._.. _ .._...._.. 385.02 Steamshovel _...„,,..„..._ ................_.........„,........... 357.50 Equipment and repair ,....„....„,......._ 16.43 Gasoline and oil .......... 23.51 Pipe._.._.._......__..„,,...._.„...._...__.._...._...._..._...._ 118.80 Stone, gravel, etc. ..... ......... ................ ._........ _854.96 Brick; cement, etc. ..........._.._....-...---.................. 129.31 Frames and grates ...... .................„,,104.06 Asphalt, etc. _......._...._...,.,... 446.62 Catch basins 51.00 Recordingfees _..._.._...._...._...._...._...._.............._.. 6.62 Sundry items ................„,....... _...._...._.. 6.16 Departmental transfers for Supplies - $3,576.83 5.92 17.25 $3,600.00 HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION - RICHARD ROAD Credits Appropriation - March 23, 1936 ....__... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Labor.........„.._...._. ...,,_........ _.. _ ...._......,, Equipment and repair ._....... ....__...._......................._. 9.83 $444.72 514 TOWN OF LEXINGTON HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION -Continued Gasoline and oil ,,„......_._. „„_„...„..-... 2.46 Crushed stone, etc.....__„_.._.. „....._... .........._.„..... 149.13 Asphalt, etc. .... ..._....._.._._._......,„,,..„_ _........_ 11.00 Pipe_ ..._..._ ._..» _...._..__.._...._.__..._... _ 144.58 Brick, cement and sand ..... 55.19 Frames and grates _........__.._.......__...„....._..„.,.._63.08 Catch basins _.... ,.„,, 26.00 Trucks ........_... __._... _ _._.,.._. 290.14 Steamshovel _..._.,...... _........__.._.....300.00 Recording fees . ..._... ..._........_..._.,.... ..„3.87 1,500.00 HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION -TOWER ROAD Credits Appropriation - March 23, 1936 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Equipment and repair .... .,.. Gasoline and oil _.._....__....,....... „...,................... Crushed stone, etc..„..„_....,......_ .._....�._.__... ... Brick, cement, etc. Frames and grates ......_._......._.._........ __..„„..... Catch basins and manholes ..... Coal,..........._.__..- ..................... .. Lumber... .................._..___..._..._ Recording fees ..... ..... ...............»,„... _..___.. $ 921.60 55.49 36.19 239.75 330.00 539.15 278.23 103.68 130.99 48.00 7.10 4.55 4.82 3,600.00 $2,699.55 Departmental transfers for Supplies - $1,500.00 Explosives....._.......,,.„....„..,.„»....._.......__........._...„„.._ .45 $2,700.00 2,700.00 HIGHIWAY CONSTRUCTION -TOWER ROAD (Extension) Credits Transferred from Reserve Fund by vote of Appropriation Committee .........._ $445.00 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION -Continued Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Trucks ...................»_...._....__.._..._..__...._.... $101.75 Steam shovel ....._...._.. .._..._.._...._......_......._....___.... 40.00 Crushed stone, etc.............._ ................__..__....._.... 82.86 Asphalt, etc......_..._ 176.79 Cement...__..._...._._._....................... »......,..».. _..... .64 Frames and grates .._........ ..._. 36.34 Gasoline_.........._...._...._...._.......-..._...._..__.... .61 Kerosene....................._...._...._......_.........___..........__._._.... 5.03 Paper ....__.._ ............................,,..,.. ...._,..._m._..,._....__.._.... .98 515 445.00 HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION - WATERTOWN STREET Credits Appropriation - March 23, 1936 _.._...._.... ,. Loan -- In anticipation of reimbursement from State and County Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Steamshovel.....__........_..._.....................,,....._...._........ Gasoline and oil ..... ................ ,,.,,................... ...,........ Gravel ....._.._..,.........,,.,,„........,...............................,........ Coal Lumber_...,....._......„........_........._...._....._ Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 1937 $230.85 401.50 379.05 21.40 60.00 7.63 3.09 $1,200.00 1,950.00 516 TOWN OF LEXINGTON DRAIN CONSTRUCTION-BLOOMFIELD STREET -Continued Pipe..... _ .... ............_.. .._...._....__.._..,._.__..._.. 301.64 Catch basins and manholes ,............,,.... ...._...._ 35.00 Frames, grates, etc. ........ .._...._.. ......„__...,...._ 110.53 Cement, sand and brick ______________ 156.05 Moving shovel _______ 10.50 Kerosene ..,,.......»..,,„,..._ ........_ .....__....._..._ ......._.. 3.15 Lumher....................._...._...._.........._...._......._._..........._........ 1.27 $1,781.11 Departmental transfers for Supplies - Pipe fittings ......... .44 Departmental transfers for Services - Trench repair ._. ....... _...__....... _...._...._..._ 1,218.45 3,000.00 DRAIN CONSTRUCTION - HASKELL & LOWELL STREETS AND WESTMINSTER AVENUE Credits Balance January 1, 1936 $3,150.00 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Labor_........._................................................. $ 183.25 Crushedstone, etc......,,.... ....,,...... ................. 19.12 Frames, grates, etc. ._.._........__... 32.63 Cement and brick ...__......... ...._.... ......... „ .,,.. 72.31 Gasoline and oil..........._.........._............__...................... 7.53 1,103.52 $2,046.45 DRAIN CONSTRUCTION - BLOOMFIELD STREET Credits Appropriation - March 23, 1936 .... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Labor ....»..._ ...............__._...._.._........ $1,061.44 Equipment and repair ......,,............,.._.._ ..._....__ 19.90 Gasoline and oil _... _ ..,....._ ..................„... ...„ 81.63 $3,000.00 Departmental transfers for supplies - Sealing compound, etc. $ 314.84 9.30 $324.14 324.14 SIDEWALK CONSTRUCTION- SUNDRY STREETS Credits Balance January 1, 1936 ....._........ „............ _._..... ......_ Appropriation - March 23, 1926 ........... ....,...... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Labor.........._.........._..._..._...._.__........__..........................._.._.. $328.25 Sand, stone, etc....,..._„...,.».. _..,.....„.. _...._....„.._..... 80.80 $ 499.05 1,000.00 $1,499.05 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT SIDEWALK CONSTRUCTION -Continued Lumber................,..._..._...._...__._..__.....,...,,........ Lampblack ...._...._...._ ......_... ....,..»W._...._...___..... Recordingfees ....,,.,,.. m._...._,,..__._...._.._.__...._.. ... Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 193'7 143.32 14.73 12.00 11.05 517 590.15 $908.90 GRANITE CURBING - BEDFORD STREET Credits Appropriation -March 23, 1936 ..... ..,... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Labor ._.., $ 211.23 Gravel, etc. ..........._...._...._ .................. m..._,24.83 Cement 2.54 Granite curbing 375.95 Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 1937 REMOVAL OF SNOW AND ICE Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 ............................... Appropriation -September 21, 1936 (Excess and Deficiency) _.............. Appropriation -December 7, 1936 (Excess and Deficiency) ,........,. * Refunds Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: * Labor $9,943.62 4,196.07 Teams......... ...._........ ........... ...... .. ....... 832.50 Equipment and repair: Plows -2 sargent models 696.00 Plow for grader 171.50 Plow -exchange _. _ 63.70 Ruckstell Axle ............. 175.00 Plow 9' 180.84 $ 900.00 614.55 $ 285.45 $18,000.00 2,100.00 3,000.00 7.00 $23,107.00 518 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REMOVAL OF SNOW AND ICE -Continued Sidewalk plows (3) .........._- Lights - Sundry items _ ...» Gasoline and oil _ ..,..-. Snow fences ....... Sand....._... ...._.. ....,..._».. Calcium Chloride and lime Insurance- 'Public Liability ..... ........ Lunches __.._._....._................_............. 315.00 48.33 1,629.68 782.22 110.73 1,749.21 155.00 8.22 18.93 17.92 U1,094.47 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account ..._.___.........._..._....... _ 2,012.53 TRAFFIC REGULATION AND CONTROL Appropriation -March 16, 1936 Credits Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Labor ._.._......__..........__ $ 543.61 Electric Light .... 289.41 Beacon Maintenance .___............_. 187.60 Traffic light maintenance67.40 Signs .....__...._......__._....._ 96.00 Paint....._.._........_...._........__..........___..._...._...._..... 125.07 Gasoline and oil ....._.... ......_.._ 31.91 Publishing Traffic Regulations 64.75 Brushes and chalk ......_ 11.75 23,107.00 $1,417.50 1,417.50 SIGNAL INSTALLATION-FLETCHER AVENUE RAILROAD CROSSING Credits Appropriation -March 23, 1936 .... Debits $1,500.00 No Expenditures Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 1937 1,500.00 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT SIGNAL MAINTENANCE - FLETCHER AVENUE RAILROAD CROSSING Credits Appropriation -March 23, 1936 _..._. _ _......... Debits No Expenditures Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account -••• STREET LIGHTS - 1935 BILLS Credits Transferred from Excess and Deficiency (Part of 1935 Appropriation Balance) ... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Lexington Trust Company for lighting ... STREET LIGHTS Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 _ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Edison Electric Ill. Co., for lighting .....,., Lexington Trust Company for lighting Time Switch - _...._....._..._.............. Poles ..,..,..._ $22,075.50 54.43 6.00 89.66 $22,225.59 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account .......................... ._...........__ 274.41 STREET SIGNS Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936. ...... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Labor ....._ $ 81.63 Signs and posts ....._..__._........_.._ 92.28 519 100.00 100.00 54.43 54.43 $22,500.00 22,500.00 $ 200.00 520 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Painting signs Gasoline and oil Paint STREET SIGNS -Continued PUBLIC WELFARE Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 ................_.. Appropriation -September 21, 1936 (Excess and Deficiency) _.. Appropriation -December 7, 1936 (Excess and Deficiency) .._._......._.._ _......_ .............. Refunds ......... ............._ ....,...._ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: General Administration: Agent_ _.......... _._....._................._.......... Investigator _.......-......._._.._.._.__._........_.._..... Clerks....._...._._........_ __.....,.._..._ Office supplies and postage ,...m Office equipment and repair .............. _...... Association dues and expenses ...... Automobile allowance ... _......,......._ ........._ Delivery of Federal Commodities .....� Outside Relief by Town: Groceries and provisions (5) Gas, oil, coal and wood ....._...__.......__ Board and care ...... _........... Medicine and medical attendance State institutions _..._...__ (1) Cash grants to individuals .,..._ Rent ......, .,. Optical........,,....................._..._......-........._.._......._ Dental ...._ ...,..... Clothing Taxi and ambulance service . ._ _..... Electricity _........_ 9.00 6.24 10.85 $ 1,831.64 1,308.34 1,655.32 196.21 128.42 4.50 100.00 607.99 5,548.37 4,322.83 594.70 927.57 138.00 35,227.99 3,485.31 87.85 277.00 1,069.40 144.00 20.81 200.00 $50,000.00 18,000.00 7,000.00 (1) 185.00 (2) 2.00 (3) 10.00 (4) .50 (5) .90 $75,198.40 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT PUBLIC WELFARE -Continued Water .... Moving expense ._.... ..... Funeral expense ...._..._.._ (3) Hospitals ...__......._..__.._._......._..._......_ Relief by Other Cities and Towns: Towns Mothers' Aid: (2) Cash Grants ...___..... (4) Gas, oil, coal and wood ___________ Medicine and medical attendance _ Optical Rent _............. Hospitals Taxi service Transferred December 31, 1936 to Revenue Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 1937 for 1936 Bills Payable 26.25 35.00 2.40 150.00 5,530.69 677.82 2,459.16 3,406.89 287.65 66.08 23.65 1,077.50 23.00 4.00 3.90 $71,450.24 .75 OLD AGE ASSISTANCE Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 _..............._... Appropriation -December 7, 1936 (Excess and Deficiency Refunds ... Debits Payments on SeIectmen's Warrants: Administration: Office supplies ..._........ Aid: (1) Cash Grants Rent......................._...........,......__ Medicine and medical attendance ..... Taxi and ambulance service ..,,.,,.. .._..... $ 24.67 7,921.94 40.25 28.00 57.58 28.00 521 71,450.99 $3,747.41 $10,500.00 1,000.00 (1) 4.00 (2) .25 $11,504.25 522 TOWN OF LEXINGTON OLD AGE ASSISTANCE -Continued Hospitals ...... Optical....._..._.......... ......._ Funeral expense ______ Transferred December 31, 1936 to Revenue Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 1937 for 1936 Bills Payable .......... STATE AID Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 ,...._.. 411.19 12.50 100.00 $8,624.13 2,153.53 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Cash Grants Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account MILITARY AID Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 ....._ Transferred from Reserve Fund by vote of Appropriation Committee .. Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Cash Grants ...._.. $260.00 40.00 SOLDIERS' BURIALS Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 . Debits No Expenditures Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account ......._ 10,777.66 $726.59 $300.00 300.00 $250.00 20.00 $270.00 270.00 $100.00 100.00 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT SOLDIERS' RELIEF Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 ........... Refunds.................-. ............._ ......._ ..,..,.......�........._ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Administration: Office supplies Aid: (2) Cash Grants (1) Fuel ....._ Groceries and provisions Rent...__......_..._.._....... _........._.........___..._........_..... Medicine and medical attendance Clothing _...._......._. Hospitals....._ ................___....._......_ Moving expense .... ........._...... ...._.._.......... _..W........ - Taxi service Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account ..,.._._ ............._._..........._ TOWN PHYSICIAN Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 . Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: C. Reginald Hardcastle, M.D. Town Physician _.........._..........----.._...._.. $ 2.00 523 $3,500.00 (1) 5.25 (2) 20.00 2,597.24 355.66 85.30 35.00 37.53 6.25 110.50 15.00 2.00 10.00 $3,256.48 268.77 SCHOOL MAINTENANCE Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 __.........._. *Refunds _........... _ $3,525.25 3,525 25 $750.00 750.00 $219,920.53 2.50 $219,923.03 524 TOWN OF LEXINGTON SCHOOL MAINTENANCE -Continued Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: General: Superintendent $ 4,440.00 Clerks ......... .........._..........__ 2,955.99 Attendance Officer ... ........... 185.00 Postage and office supplies _..___...._ 108.69 Telephone _......- 520.98 Traveling expenses 477.74 Physicians ............ 942.50 Nurse_.............._..........._........_.._,,,......_...._._._...._..... 1,572.50 Nurse transportation .... 200.00 Sundry items 14.00 Teachers' Salaries: High....._..............._...,..,,,...»............_............_...,,,,,,73,754.60 Elementary 67,377.05 Special 15,802.00 Commissions -High 30.00 Text Books and supplies: Books: High 2,802.40 Elementary 1,333.47 Supplies: High 2,921.25 Elementary 2,879.89 *Shop Iligh...,.... 631.73 Gymnasium - High ,..._ 837.54 Health: Supplies 86.12 Tuition: Special students ..... _...._._........ ...... 92.70 Teachers - High ....-....._.. _....,.. »» 458.00 Transportation: Elementary....._........... _.._......_.............. _...................., 5,281.87 Student teachers - Elementary ............__.. 47.00 Janitors Services: High................,........._........._..............__...._......................... 5,966.02 Elementary 7,582.65 High - transportation 21.20 Fuel and Light: High ...._. 4,862.44 Elementary.._..... ........ ......... ............. ....._._._...... 5,486.81 Maintenance of Buildings and Grounds: Repairs: High _..............._ 3,322.54 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT SCHOOL MAINTENANCE -Continued Elementary 2,174.34 Supplies: High 799.47 Elementary ......_ All other expenses: High_ ....................,,..........,,,..... - _ 594.18 Elementary _ 1,097.51 Furniture and Furnishings: High ..._.........._ 349.83 Elementary 132.30 Equipment: High 439.50 Elementary 22.00 Other expenses: Diplomas and graduation expenses 124.03 Miscellaneous: High...__ ............._........_._.._......._....,_....._ 51.72 Elementary 44.06 525 526 TOWN OF LEXINGTON SCHOOL DEPARTMENT - AMERICANIZATION CLASSES Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 ..___..._...__....... 869.54 Debits $219,693.16 Departmental transfers for Services -Re- pairdriveways.........._.._........._.....,....._.._.............._..., ,, 30.00 $219,723.16 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account ... M ..,,_.............,......_ 199.87 $219,923.03 SCHOOL DEPARTMENT - OUT OF STATE TRAVEL Appropriation -March 16, 1936 Credits Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Superintendent -Convention at St. Louis: Transportation ..__ ...._....__ ..........._ ......_.._ Meals _....._..._..__..... _ 366.04 13.14 11.60 $90.78 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account ..._ ..........................._.............___ 34.22 $125.00 125.00 Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Teachers Salaries ......_....... ..._.......... ._.....,,_..... _....... $180.00 Postage and supplies ._...... ...___.......... ............. _..... 5.78 Books, etc. ........... _ ......._.._.._._...._ ............. 7.15 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account _ �..........._ _ $192.93 7.07 $200.00 200.00 SCHOOL DEPARTMENT - VOCATIONAL EDUCATION Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Tuition: Somerville_...........__............. ............ ...... Waltham ...,.-..- Boston Cambridge Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account $269.20 439.55 215.40 21.00 8.80 $953.95 116.05 CARY MEMORIAL LIBRARY Credits Appropriation --March 16, 1936 m.. _.._..••-_...,.. From Middlesex County, account Dog Li- cense Fees - ....... ...... _......_.._.._..... *Refunds .... ........ .........._........_ 31,070.00 1,070.00 $12,632.59 1,386.41 1.83 $14,020.83 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT CARY MEMORIAL LIBRARY -Continued Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Salaries and Wages: Librarian _ $1,665.00 Assistants 5,348.50 Substitutes 143.61 Janitors1,651.88 Books, Periodicals, etc: *Books .... ......_..._......,...._._._ 1,213.41 Periodicals ....._..__ 236.22 Bulletins, etc. 71.60 Binding: Books»..............................»....,......»....»..,.........,.,,............... 347.65 Fuel and Light: Fuel _.........__......._._.._ 649.83 Light ...._.._.._....... _ 881.32 Buildings and Grounds: Repairs .._.__., .„ 932.14 Water_.._........ ...._.... _....»,..........48.70 Vacuum Sweeper ....__ 74.50 Work on grounds ..__ 47.80 Supplies 109.52 Other expenses: Postage and office supplies _................_...,....... 168.94 Office equipment and repair: Typewriter .... ».......,...... 94.50 Sundry items ..,,................... „ ....,_._..._.....__. 10.05 Telephone 133.34 53.00 Insurance -Workmen's Compensation ... 12.18 Clean inkwells, etc...._......__......__.._...,...»...., 21.40 Sundry items _ 14.80 $13,929.89 Departmental transfers for Supplies - Electricbulbs ....-...._......__........._.„ ............._..,....__ 23.98 $13,953.87 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account ...».............µ»_ _ ..._... _ ...... 66.96 527 14,020.83 528 TOWN OF LEXINGTON PARKS AND PLAYGROUNDS Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 ....._..._. $14,300.00 From William A. Tower Fund Income __ 505.05 From Edith C. Redman Battle Green Fund Income_...,......_...,_._....._..._....,...__...,_..._ 15.11 *Refunds 4.27 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Administration: Superintendent ...._.........._......._...._ $ 1,700.00 Clerk.....».».................. _»...,..,,........,,.„ ... „....,...._ ..,,. 306.08 Postage and office supplies 25.33 Office equipment and repair 12.50 Telephone 73.84 Parks: Labor..................,,,.,.._....,,..,...__.............._......_..__...._..._ 6,242.22 Equipment repair - 811.40 Gasoline and oil ..._.........._-_........»_ 293.25 Seed and fertilizer 237.37 Shrubs and plants 33.50 Flags and repair 88.39 Tractor 54.00 Flag pole maintenance ....................................„ 25.00 Gravel and stone 149.11 Weedkiller ..... .................. .,,,................ _......... _.._..._34.93 Lumber 31.55 Cement....., .............._......._............_._.......... - 11.47 Electric bulbs ...._ 3.60 Damageclaims ...__.......... _._.......__..__....... _................. 8.75 Steam shovel ........_. 86.25 Roadoil....._..._........_.._..»......................_........_.._ 205.75 Trucks..„.............._........._.._.....,......__..............__..__. 231.01 Light...........__............_..,.,,......» ...._...__......... 46.96 Water.............._.„_......._.__..._..._,...._........_ 125.55 Insurance - Automobile Fire and Theft ........»..„.,,,,... _ ..........__...._...._. 3.90 Liability . 111.57 Insurance - Workmen's Compensation 113.70 Sundry items ....._...__..,.... _ ...,...... _.........__ 24.53 Playgrounds: Instructors ...,,»....» 1,682.50 Apparatus and equipment ,.,„..... .... ...... 226.33 $14,824.43 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT 523 530 TOWN OF LEXINGTON PARKS AND PLAYGROUNDS -Continued SKATING AREA -Continued Athletic supplies 83.77 Brick and sand _.._...._ .m„„„,„...,.._ 10.80 Chemicals......_...._.....-.,-...._.._...-.._...._........... 148.12 Gasoline and oil ._._....._._...._.._..._.. _.....„. .. 3.61 Swimming pool caretaker ..,..»...„ 150.00 1,098.91 Transportation...._....»............._..........._...._...._....._.. 165.00 Light ..__..........„,,,.. 133.04 Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 1937 $ 1.09 Tennis Court fence _..._ 468.00 Colprovia .__»..._......_.._...„....... ._........m...._..._..... 222.48 MEMORIAL DAY Plans for Field House ..._............. _...»....._..... 20.00 Credits Cinders 72.60 Medical aid, etc. ... 21.00 Appropriation -March 16, 1936 $250.00 Prizes ..._...._..._._........__..... 54.47 Debits Stationery, etc.30.00 Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: *Sundry items ..........._......._.._..._....... 59.55 Wreaths: American Legion_ $32.00 $14,628.37 Sons of Union Veterans . 90.00 Flags: Departmental transfers for Supplies -Park American Legion �....._..,._.......... 5.00 Sundry items 2.75 Sons of Union Veterans _____ .... „. ......_.._.... 24.57 Food_ ................_....,...........,,....._.._......_ 19.36 $14,631.12 Ammunition 15.00 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Lexington Drum Corps 50.00 Revenue Account .__..._........._............._ 193.31 14,824.43 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue .Account 14.07 SKATING AREA - CENTER PLAYGROUND 250.00 $235.93 Credits Balance January 1, 1936 ,...._ $ 1,100.00 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Labor.............................................._........_.._ $ 4.80 Equipment and repair ....._..._.„,,... 86.99 Pipe and fittings ...,...._..............._- 380.75 Cement and sand ........... ...... _________ ...... ._.._ 67.70 Lumber 30.28 Trucks............................._.......,_,,,... .........._ 459.63 Sundryitems ._ .............. _.............. _______ ......... _...._2.58 Departmental transfers for Supplies Pipe, etc. ..........._...._.........__.._ Frames and covers .,,.......» .................._.... $1,032.73 PATRIOTS' DAY Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 ...__.......... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Postage and stationery Programs .......................... Breakfasts Dinners........ ..._....... ,..._........ .._.._............ ...... ,,......_..._........... Food, tonic, etc. ........... Music Transportation _ Costumes ....._..__...._.._.__ Sundry items $ 22.67 15.00 45.00 130.00 63.13 60.00 131.90 7.00 5.00 20.30 $500.00 10.56 500.00 41.21 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT 531 532 TOWN OF' LEXINGTON INSURANCE — BUILDINGS FIRE AND SPRINKLER DAMAGE Credits Appropriation—March 16, 1936 ...Y....._._ $3,902.24 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Premiums — Fire Insurance ... _ . , ........... $3,849.45 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account ........_._....,... 52.79 3,902.24 INSURANCE — WORKMEN'S COMPENSATION & PUBLIC LIABILITY Credits Appropriation—December 7, 1936 (Excess and Deficiency) ._._....,..................._.._......... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Workmen's Compensation: Highway Department Sewer Department Tree and Insect Departments Cemetery Department .. _......._.._... Town Buildings .--- Except Schools ___ Park Department __......._.._........... ......_..— School Department Office employees Expense constant ._ Public Liability: Highway Department .._.........___..._......_.__. Sewer Department _.._.... .,_.,....._ Tree and Insect Departments --- Cemetery Department Office employees _.._._...._._..,..... ....._....__. $2,730.59 251.05 108.08 13.62 42.99 160.60 94.28 4.60 5.00 408.10 44.10 5.00 3.00 2.40 ADMINISTRATION OF TRUST FUNDS Credits Appropriation—March 16, 1936 ..... ............_. Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Accounting services ..___ $ 45.00 $3,873.41 3,873.41 $ 70.00 ADMINISTRATION OF TRUST FUNDS—Continued Bond premium Safe deposit box ... Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account ._..........__....,......_ 5.00 5.00 55.00 15.00 PENSIONS — FIRE DEPARTMENT Credits Appropriation—March 16, 1936 ...... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: William P. Wright ........ ._...... _..... _ ............._...,,,.,,....._.. PENSIONS — POLICE DEPARTMENT Credits Appropriation—March 16, 1936 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Patrick J. Maguire TOWN REPORT — PRINTING 70.00 $1,110.85 1,110.85 $1,098.00 1,098.00 Credits Appropriation—March 16, 1936 ..._ $1,126.73 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Printing 1000 reports $942.84 Half tone cut 5.40 Line plates _.._...........__...._..__ 21.68 Tables 27.38 Authors corrections 50.63 School reports 28.80 Accounting reports W_._....._...._ 50.00 1,126.73 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT PERMANENT MEMORIAL COMMITTEE Credits Balance January 1, 1936 Debits No Expenditures Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 1937 PUBLIC WORKS BUILDING - LABOR Credits Appropriation --March 16, 1936 .... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Regular employees ,,.._.........._....--..... $6,300.59 Extra labor .. 92.63 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account ..-. - $6,393.22 6.78 533 $800.00 800.00 $6,400.00 6,400.00 PUBLIC WORKS BUILDING- EXPENSES Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 ..... _.... ._.....,,,, Appropriation -September 21, 1936 (Excess andDeficiency)..._......._..._._......._._.........__............_ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Building repair ..... Equipment and repair: Bit grinder ....._.. _.............._. Grease gun .,...._ ................. Gasoline and oil ....._..._...,.,,,..._, Shop supplies and expenses Light and power .._-........-•..• . Coal and gas Sundry items ............... • $573.97 462.40 135.00 97.61 32.75 77.84 671.07 693.12 35.84 $2,779.60 $2,025.00 865.00 $2,890.00 534 TOWN OF LEXINGTON PUBLIC WORKS BUILDING -Continued Departmental transfers for Supplies -Sun- dry items ...... ..... Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account _..........._ 33.33 $2,812.93 77.07 r PUBLIC WORKS BUILDING EQUIPMENT Credits Appropriation -December 7, 1936 (Excess and Deficiency) ... _ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Jack - 20,000 pounds 2,890.00 $129.00 129.00 PUBLIC WORKS - LABOR, MATERIALS & EXPENSES W. P. A. PROJECTS Credits Balance January 1, 1936 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Administration: Supervisor Clerk ....--.......- Automobile allowance Other expenses: Labor ..... Equipment and repair -. Gasoline and oil _........_._..._,_ ,„.,..,..... Kerosene ........ Trucks................._....._..,... . Lumber _...... Refinish desk _ First aid supplies .........__.......... _....,......._.._..... Sundry items _..._. .......................... $304.00 66.00 20.00 199.51 100.33 6.40 13.80 711.41 79.50 123.50 10.00 21.71 3.60 $1,659.76 1,659.76 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT PUBLIC WORKS --- LABOR, MATERIALS & EXPENSES Credits Appropriation -March 23, 1936 --- Appropriation-September 21, 1936 (Excess and Deficiency) ..... ...... ....• Appropriation -December 7, 1936 (Excess and Deficiency} . _ ........ -••• Transferred from from Reserve Fund by vote of Appropriation Committee ..._ ........................._._.... *Refunds _..._............_.......,...._.._... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Administration: * Supervisor Superintendent of Projects -. Clerks,...__.._....____..._...__.._ Automobile allowance ...... ..._................__... Postage and office supplies Office equipment and repair Other expenses: Engineers...... ...._._........... _......... ....................... _. Labor ...- Equipment and repair _ ............................__.. Gasolineand oil ...,......_.._........__ ............._._...._......_. Trucks ........._.._ Teams Lumber ._ Cement, concrete, etc. _......... _.....„..,....... _._ Explosives..... _.......... _...._....._........... ............... _ Pipe and fittings ,... Kerosene ....._-.� Damage claims .........,W........ Supplies for copying records Moving shovel - ...---••W--- Supplies and expenses of sewing unit First aid supplies 535 $ 5,000.00 , 8,000.00 4,000.00 1,500.00 25.00 $18,525.00 536 TOWN OF LEXINGTON PUBLIC WORKS BUILDING -EXPENSE -Continued Departmental transfers for Supplies - Gasoline and oil ....._ ......_...---....._. __----..-.-- Sundry items .....- Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 1937 59.73 3.08 11.03 UNCLASSIFIED Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Lighting clock - East Lexington ....... $ 18.20 Lighting Parker Monument ............... .......... 36.84 Demolition of Stanley property 119.00 Signs - Battle Green, etc. ........ 28.13 $1,066.67 Clematis Brook engineering ..........„7.00 705.83 Fees on land titles ..... ............... ........._.. ..... ...,........ 54.85 401.09 Insurance Premium - Burglary 45.00 200.00 Wreath --- H. C. Blake funeral ...... ......._5.00 16.42 Bunting for reviewing stand 7.34 36.00 Attachments for bit grinder at Public 529.00 1,434.46 1,491.97 427.21 2,448.99 694.50 393.61 312.60 155.45 36.98 15.98 82.00 42.05 24.00 106.26 53.58 136.51 $10,811.16 Works Building ....._......... _..._......... _............. ........ 52.53 Flags 28.50 Convention expenses of Town Accountant 13.10 Revenue stamps _ 1.00 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account RESERVE FUND Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 ..... ............ Debits Transfers by vote of Appropriation Com- mittee: Appropriation Committee .............._..._......�.... Elections and Registrations ..... „........... ....__....... $416.49 83.51 $ 35.00 142.50 10,885.00 $7,640.00 $500.00 500.00 $3,500.00 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT RESERVE FUND -Continued PoliceDepartment Salaries ........»..„,.,......„...,. Police Department Expenses ............................,. Police Department Equipment . Fire Department Maintenance »_ Weights and Measures Dept. Expenses Highway Construction - Pleasant and Watertown Streets Highway Construction - Tower Road (Extension) ...__......._.._ Military Aid ........_._........_„ Public Works - Labor, Materials and Expenses Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account .....». 89.51 367.00 248.55 42.00 25.43 537 .538 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Meters and fittings -_-_---...---- Freight and express _._ ..._.. _ ...._._.._ _..... Thawing expense .._________--- Paint Registration of Motor Vehicles _...»...„„„.. 160.01 Insurance - Automobile: Fire and Theft 445.00 Liability _.» » „_..».._ .....»....„ ...,»„ 20.00 Insurance - Public Liability ....,......._._ Insurance - Workmen's Compensation 1,500.00 Sundry items ... _........»..„....,,_.... „ ...,»,.... $3,075.00 425.00 WATER MAINTENANCE Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 Departmental transfers for Supplies 3,500.00 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Administration: Superintendent _..... $1,486.49 Assistant Superintendent ,,..._.._...»...,..._....._.. 127.26 Clerks ......._..._... _ ._...... 1,245.48 Draftsman - _ W. ............ ...»_,,... 595.00 Postage and office supplies ......,,...... 456.37 Office equipment and repair .„ ..,., 70.27 Telephone....._.._.._......._..„..»......._............................. 18.79 Recording fees .._„..»....._._......._._.._.......__.......... 30.68 Sundry items ._...... _....__..... ...._........ »................... 9.77 All other: Labor ..,......_.........._......._...._ 15,206.27 Equipment and repair: Fordchassis ....._...._.._.._.....__._....._......_.._.,....._.. Chevrolet truck _...__._........_m»......_..__ Sundry.........._.......... ...........__._ Gasoline and oil ....._ ........... ..... ......__ ..._.. _.. Hydrants, pipe and fittings 377.00 486.00 1,209.97 855.74 970.51 $63,194.17 209.09 $63,403.26 Transfers: For Interest on Water Debt . For Metropolitan Water Tax __.......»..„ ... Departmental transfers for Services ....-.... Departmental transfers for Supplies - Pipe and fittings Y...,..„_... 235.01 11.42 297.64 75.20 11.60 12.00 18.54 355.23 150.48 423.72 247.99 $24,984.43 7,156.25 30,238.71 730.86 292.23 $63,402.48 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Water Dept. Available Surplus .......... .78 63,403.26 WATER MAINTENANCE REPLACEMENTS METERS, HYDRANTS, PIPE AND FITTINGS Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Meters and fittings „... ........... ......... $ 197.89 Pipe and fittings . m.......... 427.12 Departmental transfers for Supplies „................ $ 625.01 345.44 $970.45 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Water Dept. Available Surplus _..._ 529.55 $ 1,500.00 1,500.00 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT WATER DEPARTMENT - STOCK Credits Balance January 1, 1936 ._ _............ ....,_.._ Departmental transfers for supplies -.. ...... ..••-. Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Pipe .._. Tubing .... _...........__..._ Plugs _.._....�_... Gates and valves . Pipe fittings ..,..».. . Jute, etc. $ 54.72 572.01 9.26 45.60 180.89 51.36 539 540 TOWN OF LEXINGTON WATER CONSTRUCTION - BLOOMFIELD STREET Credits Appropriation --March 23, 1936 (Water $2,910.53 Department Available Surplus) ...... 1,108.32 Debits $4,018.85 Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Labor .,.... ......._.....__ $ 1,714.54 Equipment and repair 46.72 Gasoline and oil .... 59.96 Pipe, hydrants and fittings _ 3,456.11 Sealing compound 148.50 Moving shovel ....__ 10.50 Sundry items . 33.77 913.84 Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 1937 $3,105.01 WATER CONSTRUCTION - SUNDRY STREETS Credits BalanceJanuary 1, 1936 ....._.. .......................-... Appropriation -March 23, 1936 (Water Department Available Surplus) ....._....».,,,.... Appropriation -March 23, 1936 (Water Assessment Fund M... .......... ........ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Labor ._ _ ...__... _ _ .... ...........T $ 841.02 Pipe and fittings .^...._..._.....,..._...._..,..... 237.67 Gasoline and oil 90.51 Cement ... _......_.._........... 3.18 Recording fees .........- 12.18 Blue Prints .._._.._.... - .w.. _......... ........... _....,,... .56 Departmental transfers for Services - Trench repairs ... _.._...._._., Departmental transfers for Supplies - Pipe fittings, etc. _..__...... Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 1937 $1,185.12 109.17 39.65 $1,731.50 2,000.00 1,000.00 $4,731.50 1,333.94 $3,397.56 $5,470.10 Departmental transfers for Services - Trench repairs .. 144.94 Departmental transfers for Supplies - Hydrants, fittings, etc_....... 384.96 $ 6,000.00 6,000.00 WATER CONSTRUCTION - PINEWOOD AND SUMMIT ROADS Credits Balance January 1, 1936 Debits Transferred to Water Department Available Surplus by vote of Town March 23, 1936 ._ $868.30 868.30 CEMETERY MAINTENANCE - MUNROE Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 ..... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Superintendent ...._ $ 250.00 Clerk-..........__...._...._.....,,..».........,......__...,50.00 Postage and office supplies 11.08 Labor....__ „..,».,,... _............._.........__..... 1,001.85 Loam ....._...__...._..-9.00 Equipment and repair ..._........._-...,.....__..._...... 84.83 Trucks _..................._.._ 50.00 Gasoline and oil ._.._ 4.00 Water _............ ..... 43.02 $1,600.00 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT CEMETERY MAINTENANCE--MUNROE-Continued 84.55 3.56 .59 7.39 Crushed stone ..__...... ___._.».,._ __..._.......„.. Insurance - Workmen's Compensation ...... -Public Liability _ ...._...... Sundry items Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account $1,599.87 .13 541 1,600.00 CEMETERY MAINTENANCE - WESTVIEW Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 Appropriation --March 16, 1936 (Westview Cemetery Sale of Lots Fund) ..._..._ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Superintendent ... _..._.._...... _..._. Clerk . _..... Burglary Insurance ... ..........__.....,,,. Telephone listing _..._...........„...,.......-...,_... Office supplies ....__............„.....,,,,....._ Labor Loam ....._.._ Plants, seed, etc. ....... ......,...._._._ Fertilizer .........__........... „_ Equipment and repair ....... Gasoline and oil Gate Cement Water..._........................_._..........._............ ..._........_..., Lumber _ Insurance - Workmen's Compensation Public Liability _.._........_..,»,»...___...........__ Sundry items .....__............ Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Westview Cemetery Sale of Lots Fund $ 450.00 50.00 11.00 6.00 4.50 1,595.20 328.12 212.66 126.56 110.78 235.62 44.03 32.10 18.18 67.45 32.46 8.22 1.16 1.36 $3,335.40 164.60 $ 1,000.00 2,500.00 $3,500.00 3,500.00 542 TOWN OF LEXINGTON WESTVIEW CEMETERY -- DWELLING REPAIR Credits Appropriation -March 23, 1936 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Shingling roof ......_....__.......-- Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 1937 $200.00 185.00 $ 15.00 WESTVIEW CEMETERY - NEW DEVELOPMENT Credits Appropriation -March 23, 1936 „........ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Grass seed ....._ ...._.. .......__....... .... Trucks Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 1937 $408.00 9.41 81.00 INTEREST ON DEBT Credits Appropriation -March 16, 1936 ............... �..... Transferred from Water Maintenance . Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Temporary Loans: Anticipation of Revenue _.........................__. Anticipation of Reimbursement General Loans: General ...- Sewer ...- Drainage School....._..__..,....._.._.................._..._.._ Public Service Enterprises: Water._ w_......._..._.._....,,......__....... ..»... $ 498.40 252.05 1,390.00 3,184.38 337.50 $9,680.00 7,156.25 $22,498.58 $500.00 498.41 $ 1.59 $19,000.00 7,156.25 $26,156.25 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT Transferred to Excess and Deficiency Ac- count by vote of Town, December 7, 1936 3,500.00 Balance December 31, 1936 transferred to Revenue Account Appropriation—March Transferred from P. Fund __..._.._. Transferred from P. Fund MATURING DEBT Credits 16, 1936 ..._ W. A. Sewer Loan W. A. Water Loan Payments on Selectmen's General Loans: General ......,............_..... Sewer.................. _.... . Debits Warrants: School ...._.__...._._ Public Service Enterprises: Water ... _............ _ $25,998.58 157.67 $ 3,500.00 19,000.00 3,000.00 48,500.00 44,000.00 543 26,156.25 $107,740.12 3,259.88 7,000.00 $118,000.00 118,000.00 544 TOWN OF LEXINGTON ANALYSIS OF APPROPRIATION ACCOUNTS NON REVENUE WATER CONSTRUCTION—TAFT AVENUE, CHERRY AND CARY STREETS Credits Balance January 1, 1936 ....... ..................... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Labor _...,....._ Pipe...................._...._...._ _..., ..__................,, ... Departmental transfers for Supplies --,- Sealing compound _........ .. ....„,, _.., ..._ $208.54 251.54 $460.08 9.90 $469.98 469.98 WATER CONSTRUCTION—BEDFORD STREET AND MASSACHUSETTS AVENUE Debits Balance January 1, 1936 ..................... ........„._... Debits $39.51 No Expenditures Balance December 31, 1936 forward to 1937 39.51 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT ANALYSIS OF OVERLAY ACCOUNTS - SURPLUS ACCOUNTS AND OTHERS ABATEMENT OF TAXES — OVERLAY 1931 Credits Debits Abatements by Assessors: Real Estate Tax ..... ..... ........... ....._............... ............. Overdraft December 31, 1936 ...................... 545 None $ 29.92 $ 29.92 ABATEMENT OF TAXES—OVERLAY 1932 Credits Transferred from Overlay Reserve Funds* Debits Abatements by Assessors: Real Estate Tax (*Transferred to Overlay Reserve Fund in 1934---$1,443.03) $117.18 117.18 ABATEMENT OF TAXES — OVERLAY 1933 Credits Transferred from Overlay Reserve Fund* Debits Abatements by Assessors: Real Estate Tax (*Transferred to Overlay Reserve Fund in 1934 & 1935 $2,024.11) 546 TOWN OF LEXINGTON ABATEMENT OF TAXES—OVERLAY 1934—Continued Debits Abatements by Assessors: PollTax _..._..... _.._.... _...._... ............__........— $648.00 Personal Property Tax _. 46.20 Real Estate Tax _..._.....•»••» _ 1,182.28 Transfer to Overlay Reserve Fund _.....,..__1,047.19 2,923.67 ABATEMENT OF TAXES —OVERLAY 1935 Credits Balance forward January 1, 1936 .,..__........— Debits Abatements by Assessors: Personal Property Tax Balance December 31, 1936 $ 221.44 1,855.16 $4,302.08 2,076.60 $2,225.48 ABATEMENT OF TAXES—OVERLAY 1936 Credits Overlaying Assessment by Assessors ....._...,. Debits Abatements by Assessors: Personal Property Tax Real Estate Tax $115.92 Balance December 31, 1936 115.92 ABATEMENT OF TAXES — OVERLAY 1934 Credits Balance forward January 1, 1936 ..............._..., Abatement Real Estate Tax reversed $2,920.70 2.97 $2,923.67 $ 50.71 5,191.63 $10,002.55 5,242.34 $4,760.21 MACHINERY TAX ABATEMENTS -- SPECIAL OVERLAY 1936 Credits Transfer from Estimated Receipts* $1.30 Debits Abatements by Assessors: Personal Property Tax m..........._.._...._.._. (*Portion of payment received from State under the provisions of Section 4, Chapter 362 of the Acts of 1936 for allocation of Income Tax Revenue on account of Machinery Tax.) 1.30 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT STATE TAX —1936 Credits From Revenue 1936 Debits Payment on Selectmen's Warrant: For State Tax 547 $32,000.00 32,000.00 NORTH METROPOLITAN SEWER TAX —1936 Credits From Revenue 1936 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: For Loan Sinking Fund _ For Maturing Bonds _. For Interest For Maintenance and operation ........... Overdraft December 31, 1936 $ 379.23 2,194.34 1,507.64 5,414.34 METROPOLITAN WATER TAX --1936 Credits Transfer from Water Maintenance Account Additional transfer from Water Mainte- nance _.._......_ Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: For Loan Sinking Fund ....__.......__.._.........._ For Maturing Bonds ....,.,..._.._........__...._,.... _._...., For Interest ............. For Maintenance and operation _............ For Town of Brookline Credit ...__......,....._..,.. $ '723.74 7,514.12 12,833.24 8,036.99 1,130.62 $9,145.43 9,495.55 $350.12 $28,967.09 1,271.62 $30,238.71 30,238.71 • 548 TOWN OF LEXINGTON MIDDLESEX COUNTY TAX —1936 Credits From Revenue 1936 Debits Payment on Selectmen's Warrant: For County Tax ._ _..._... ........._ Balance December 31, 1936 $31,681.04 31,486.88 $194.16 AUDITING MUNICIPAL ACCOUNTS TAX —1936 Credits From Revenue 1936 ..... _............................_................,.,,,,.... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrant: For balance of 1934 Audit in 1935 ............ $1,467.40 For Special Audit in 1935 for transfer of Collector of Taxes Accounts 884.89 For Supplies Collector's Department .._ .............. __..... ...._55.53 Accounting Department _..........._........... 102.49 Appropriation Committee 17.15 SchoolDepartment ..........................,......,...........„3.71 Treasurer's Department 4.20 Assessors' Department ..... _........... __ .......... 1.72 Unclassified Departments 117.03 $2,654.12 2,654.12 STATE PARKS & RESERVATIONS TAX — 1936 Credits From Revenue 1936 ...., ...... ........... ....._.......... _................ Debits Payment on Selectmen's Warrant: For State Parks & Reservations Tax ....__.... Balance December 31, 1936 $275.72 214.00 $ 61.72 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT 549 550 TOWN OF LEXINGTON HIGHWAY TAX (Special) Credits From Revenue 1936 ....___...._..._..._............,»,.... .... Debits Payment on Selectmen's Warrant: For land damages - Alewife Brook Parkway Extension ._ 356.90 $356.90 SEWER HOUSE CONNECTION DEPOSITS Credits Balance January 1, 1936 $ 197.79 Deposits January 1 to December 31 1,566.65 $1,764.44 Debits Deposits transferred to Accounts Receiv- able_..._...._..__........._ Deposits refunded....._._..__....__.._.........._................_..,..,.. $1,567.63 98.56 1,666.19 Balance December 31, 1936 ....... _ .............._..,,,,,,......... $ 98.25 MISCELLANEOUS DEPOSITS -Continued Debits Deposit transferred to Sale of Real Estate Fund_.. »__._ .. .._...._._._.......__.... Deposits transferred to Sundry Departments Accounts Receivable for Street Construc- tion.. » ................._.... Deposits refunded_........._.._......___...._...._..._...._...._..... $ 75.00 445.00 2.00 522.00 Balance December 31, 1936 $10.00 TRUST FUNDS INCOME - COLONIAL CEMETERY Credits Balance January 1, 1936 ...........» ......... ....... From Trustees of Public Trusts: Perpetual Care Fund Income .......,.,.............._... Charles E. French Colonial Cemetery Fund Income Debits WATER HOUSE CONNECTION DEPOSITS Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Credits Labor Balance January 1, 1936 ».._--....-......._....••..•..... $246.06 Insurance:: Deposits January 1 to December 31 . 2,102.70 Workmen's Compensation Public Liability .... _........_. Debits Deposits transferred to Accounts Receiv- able_._...._..__.........................»...,»,........._.........._........ Depositsrefunded_...._.,......_...,»..............._...._...._....__... $1,842.85 380.91 $2,348.76 2,223.76 Balance December 31, 1936 ....._............_.._...._...._..... $125.00 MISCELLANEOUS DEPOSITS Credits Balance January 1, 1936 ........,,».......» ................ ....._ Deposits January 1 to December 31 for Town Seal Cuts ........ »....»...._ Deposits January 1 to December 31 for Street Construction $ 77.00 10.00 445.00 $532.00 $ 78.00 .38 .12 $ 1.54 50.00 50.00 $ 101.54 78.50 Balance December 31, 1936 $23.04 TRUST FUNDS INCOME--MUNROE CEMETERY Credits Balance January 1, 1936 ...... ..... ....._........ _..._...... _... From Trustees of Public Trusts: PerpetualCare Fund Income .................»...... Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Labor $996.60 Loam 45.00 Plants, seed, etc 112.65 Fertilizer .........._................._.........__...__....._.._......._ 44.04 $123.33 1,100.00 $1,223.33 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT 551 TRUST FUNDS INCOME—MUNROE CEMETERY—Continued Insurance: Workmen's Compensation 'Public Liability ..._..._ _... 10.44 2.41 1,211.14 Balance December 31, 1936 $12.19 552 TOWN OF LEXINGTON DEPENDENT CHILDREN FUND — FOR AID Credits From State for United States Grants $210.00 Debits None Balance December 31, 1936 . $210.00 TRUST FUNDS INCOME—WESTVIEW CEMETERY TAX TITLES Credits Debits Balance January 1, 1936. .,.... $ 782.38 Balance forward from 1935 _.......„ New Tax _Titles taken during 1936 Debits Additions to existing Tax Titles during 1936 Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Labor ......................,,....- $735.10 Insurance Credits Workmen's Compensation . 9.38 Tax Title redemptions $29,183.66 Public Liability .........._._._ ............._„..., _ .....,...._ 3.41 Tax Title foreclosures ....._...._..._..__....„,,........ 79.41 747.89 Tax Titles disclaimed by Collector ____ 7,475.22 Tax Titles and Tax Title additions with - Balance December 31, 1936 ................_ $34.49 drawn by Collector _ 174.55 OLD AGE ASSISTANCE FUND—FOR ADMINISTRATION Credits From State for United States Grants $127.02 Debits Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Clerical expense .....__ _..._....___...._...._...... 127.02 OLD AGE ASSISTANCE FUND .. - FOR AID Credits From State for United States Grants .....,..,... *Refunds ..........__......... ........._. ..._......._._..._... ..._............ $3,811.65 15.00 Tax Title additions abated by Assessors ... 132.00 Tax Title Interest adjusted account of abatements„...„..,..,...__.......................,..................._._.........._.. 4.06 $79,049.00 12,756.50 36,378.30 $128,183.80 37,048.90 Balance December 31, 1936 $91,134.90 VETERANS MEMORIAL FUND Cred its Balance January 1, 1936 ..... _..... .._....... ...._...._.... _.... Debits $3,617.89 None Balance December 31, 1936 ..............._.........__„_..... $3,617.89 $3,826.65 Debits SALE OF REAL ESTATE FUND Payments on Selectmen's Warrants: Credits *Cash Grants ....._.........__.._..........._........._ _............_.... 3,621.90 Philip K. Pearson — Cahir Property Deposit.........,.......,,_....._.._......._._..._...—............_..... Balance December 31, 1936 $204.75 Balance -- paid on passage of title _... $ 25.00 815.00 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT SALE OF REAL ESTATE FUND—Continued Floyd L. Palmer — Hancock Birches Deposit by Hazen Hamlin .__...._.._ Balance—paid on passage of title ....... Debits Balance December 31, 1936 OVERLAY RESERVE FUND Credits Balance January 1, 1936 Transfer from. Overlay 1934 Debits * Transfer to Overlay 1932 ..... ........ ...... $117.18 f Transfer to Overlay 1933 115.92 Balance December 31, 1936 ........ * ''Portion of amount transferred from Overlay 1932 in 1934 — $1,443.03. Portion of amounts transferred from Overlay 1933 in 1934 & 1935 — $2,024.11 553 50.00 950.00 $1,840.00 None $1,840.00 554 TOWN OF LEXINGTON WESTVIEW CEMETERY SALE OF LOTS FUND—Continued Transfer to Westview Cemetery — New Development Account by vote of Town March 23, 1936 _...... .............. .... .._. 500.00 Balance December 31, 1936 ........... _...._...... ............. ... 3,000.00 $1,622..13 SEWER LOAN FUND (Reserved for payment of Loans on P. W. A. Project #2066) Credits Balance January 1, 1936 ....._.. _................ Debits Transfer to Maturing Debt Account for $ 597.51 portion of Trunk Line Sewer Loan due 1,047.19 $1,644.70 WATER STANDPIPE LOAN FUND (Reserved for payment of loans on P. W. A. Project #2263) Credits Balance January 1, 1936 233.10 $1,411.60 WESTVIEW CEMETERY SALE OF LOTS FUND Credits Balance January 1, 1936 .- ............ __...,...................._ From Sale of Lots during 1936 ....._ ..............__.... Unexpended balance from Maintenance Ac- count December 31, 1936 ..................._ ................ Debits Transfer to Maintenance Account by vote of Town March 16, 1936 $2,500.00 $3,065.68 1,391.85 164.60 $4,622.13 $3,259.88 3,259.88 Debits Transfer to Maturing Debt Account for Standpipe Loan due in 1936 . .......... ................. Balance December 31, 1936 $7,393.91 7,000.00 $393.91 SEWER ASSESSMENT FUND (For Maintenance & Construction — See Sect. 11, Chap. 504 Acts of 1897) Credits Balance January 1, 1936 Collections: Sewer Assessments paid in advance Sewer Assessments added to taxes — 1934 ..... ...... .. ......,........., Sewer Assessments added to taxes 1935 ....._.. _...._..___ Sewer Assessments added to taxes — 1936 $3,683.93 848.71 14.32 864.97 2,011.20 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT SEWER ASSESSMENT FUND—Continued Sewer Assessments added to tax titles ._.. Transfer December 31, 1936 of unexpended balance — Sewer Maintenance Account ... Debits Transfer to Sewer Construction — Sundry Streets Account by vote of Town March 23, 1936 _.__......... ..................._....__ Audit adjustment ..__...._............_... ............._............. Balance December 31, 1936 $3,100.00 20.10 555 133.30 11.28 $7,567.71 3,120.10 $4,447.61 WATER ASSESSMENT FUND (To be used for Water Construction Projects— See vote of Town June 19, 1933) Credits Balance January 1, 1936 Collections: Water Assessments paid in advance Water Assessments added to taxes 1935 Water Assessments added to taxes 1936 Audit adjustments ... _ Debits Transfer to Water Construction — Sundry Streets Account by vote of Town March 23, 1936 ....._......_ .............._............._ W........_.._._.. $1,000.00 Audit adjustment ....._..__ 6.23 Balance December 31, 1936 556 TOWN OF LEXINGTON WATER DEPARTMENT AVAILABLE SURPLUS—Continued wood and Summit Roads Account by vote of Town March 23, 1936 _ ................................ Water Department receipts for 1936 in ex- cess of appropriations for Maintenance and Replacements Unexpended balance December 31, 1936 transferred from Water Maintenance Ac- count ..._ __ _..........._._.... Unexpended balance December 31, 1936 transferred from Water Replacements Ac- count Debits Transfer to Water Construction —Sundry Streets Account by vote of Town March $2,000.00 Transfer to Water Construction — Bloom- field Street Account by vote of Town $1,628.91 March 23, 1936 6,000.00 Refund of Guarantees 1929 — 1933 inc. col - 184.68 263.53 555.59 31.51 $2,664.22 1,006.23 $1,657.99 WATER DEPARTMENT AVAILABLE SURPLUS Credits Balance January 1, 1936 ......,............._ Refunds for prior years—Water Mainten- ance...... _.....,,..._....,,.. _..-.......__...,......_ ..,,. Refunds for prior years—Water Replace- ments...._._.._.....__..........._...:............._.........._........_....._..... Transfer from Water Construction—Pine- 8,165.43 5.85 .35 lected in prior years 655.98 Balance December 31, 1936 REVENUE ACCOUNT 1936 Credits Tax Levy — Polls Tax Levy — Personal Property ............. _......._ Tax Levy — Real Estate ___.........._..........._.. Appropriation of Available Funds — 1935 after fixing Tax Rate Excess and Deficiency ._........._....... _... .._....... _.. $59,572.51 Sewer Assessment Fund ._.......... _...... _..._...... ... 1,700.00 Water Dept. Available Surplus 180.95 Insurance Account .......... ...._....... _........._....._....... _1,450.00 Westview Cemetery Sale of Lots Fund 1,000.00 Parks & Playgrounds Account 1,100.00 Appropriation of Available Funds — 1936 before fixing Tax Rate Westview Cemetery Sale of Lots Fund Sewer Assessment Fund $3,000.00 3,100.00 868.30 11,377.32 .78 529.55 $20.947.58 8,655.98 $12,291.60 $6,812.00 49,232.11 655,113.70 65,003.46 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT REVENUE ACCOUNT 1936—Continued Water Dept. Available Surplus Water Assessment Fund ......... ....._....... ._ Appropriation of Available Funds — 1936 after fixing Tax Rate Excess and Deficiency Sewer Construction — Sundry Streets Account .. -- Sewer Construction — Trunk Line Ac- count Estimated Receipts: Income Tax ...._........ .................._ Corporation Taxes .._.......,.._....._.......__ .............._.. Race Tracks Motor Vehicle Excise ...__......._.._............_...,,,,,,,,. Licenses and Permits ..... ....... .............. Court Fines __........................_..._ Special Assessments General Government ._..........._._...,»,,,,...__ Protection of Persons & Property ___ Health and Sanitation ....__......,,....M Charities Old Age Assistance Soldiers' Benefits Schools_ _..........__...,,_»......................_..... WaterDepartment ....._....„_..... _..................».. Cemeteries .............. »......,...._ Interest,...._................_.........__..........._........__...._ State owned-land—lieu of taxes Cambridge and Arlington — Lieu of taxes __ .......................„..._....., Appropriation balances December 31, 1936 Receipts in excess of estimates . Debits Appropriations—March 16, 1936 . Appropriations—March 23, 1936 —........ Appropriations in 1935 — after fixing Tax Rate............. ...._..._......,,.„.... �..__........_......_._.... Appropriations—September 21, 1936 from Available Funds Appropriations—December 7, 1936 from 8,000.00 1,000.00 $53,826.06 300.00 529.51 $38,328.67 7,14 7.20 1,280.00 20,000.00 2,000.00 500.00 7,000.00 1,000.01) 100.00 4,000.00 15,000.00 4,000.00 100.00 17,000.00 64,694.17 1,000.00 10,000.00 384.04 812.99 557 15,100.00 54,655.57 194,347.07 9,174.56 43,452.24 $1,092,890.71 $776,193.81 57,764.80 558 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REVENUE ACCOUNT 1936—Continued Available Funds 20,430.06 Taxes included in Tax Levy: �cate rax „..._....._..._......„„.„...... _...._....__.„............... 32,000.00 County Tax ..... ......__......._...»_.._..w_...._.._________ 31,681.04 North Metropolitan Sewer Tax ......... ......._.. 9,145.43 Auditing Municipal Accounts Tax .._ ..... 2,654.12 State Parks & Reservations Tax ,...._.._...... 275.72 Highway Tax (Special) ....._.._..._..,...._.._....-,.-.._. 356.90 Overlay 1936 __......... ............_.._..._.._.._ 10,002.55 Excess Revenue -- Transfer to Excess and Deficiency Account December 31, 1936 „. 53,157.31 EXCESS AND DEFICIENCY Credits Balance January 1, 1936 Real Estate Tax collections on redemption of Tax Titles ............. ....,....„.........._ Real Estate Tax on Tax Titles disclaimed Real Estate Tax on Tax Titles withdrawn Real Estate Tax abated on Tax Titles _ Refunds: Prior Years— Fire Insurance Premiums _ ..............._..,,„,...._._ Cary Memorial Library ._........_.._.._ Public Welfare Collector's Department Highway Maintenance .............. _...,„..... Transfers by vote of Town March 23 1936: From Fire Alarm Boxes Account From Highway Construction — Gleason Road #I Account .._,......._........_......_ Transfers by vote of Town December 7, 1936: From Interest on Debt Account .....- ....... From Highway Maintenance Salary Ac- count _..»..,„..„ _.........._ Audit Adjustment—overage on Street As- sessment Interest 1935 ..„ _ .».,...... Revenue Surplus 1936 Debits 65,003.46 Real Estate Tax on: Tax Titles taken during 1936 ..,,._..._..._...,.,„_.. $10,051.84 34,225.51 Additions to existing Tax Titles during 1,092,890.71 $79,362.44 26,548.61 6,988.75 170.61 132.00 203.99 3.50 37.02 178.75 5.75 13.00 222.23 3,500.00 800.00 9.20 53,157.31 $171,333.16 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT 559 560 TOWN OF LEXINGTON EXCESS AND DEFICIENCY—Continued ANALYSIS OF ACCOUNTS OF Refunds on Prior Year collections: WILLIAM S. SCAMMAN Board of Survey fee _..-•• ••• ••• 13.00 Tax Collector and Town Collector Town Clerk's Miscellaneous Receipts _ .75 Public Welfare _._............_._...._. .-..........—._._..... 240.87 Transfer to Street Lights 1935 Account TAXES — POLLS — 1934 (portion of appropriation balance Decem- ber 31, 1935)Debits ...__............._.._....._......._---,.......... 54.43 Audit Adjustment on 1935 Real Estate Tax .46 Balance January 1, 1936 ....._...._..._....___...._.—..._.. Audit Adjustment — To Water Assessment Credits Fund ..... 24.92 Abatements by Board of Assessors as un - Transfers by vote of Town September 21, collectable ___ _ _..._......_ 1936: To—Public Works—Labor, Materials & TAXES — POLLS — 1935 Expenses ................_..._ _. _._. 8000 00 Debits Public Welfare ._ 18,000.00 Balance January 1, 1936 _........................_,, ...,,.... Health Department ._............ 2,400.00 Credits Engineering Department Salaries __.. 560.00 Payments to Treasurer January 1 to De - Engineering Department Expenses 300.00 cember 31......__............__...•_...._.....................•...._. Public Works -- Superintendent's Of- fice Salaries .. _....._._ __......__............ 271.00 Public Works Building Expenses _.._..,..... 865.00 Town Offices & Cary Memorial Build- TAXES — POLLS — 1936 ing Expenses ._. 300.00 SnowRemoval .. ........ _-._.......... _...................._......._.... 2,100.00 Garbage Collection _......... ....___.........___.-._.. 600.00 Transfers by vote of Town December 7,1936: To — Public Welfare ._.....,,._..._ 7,000.00 Snow Removal ._............ _ ......................._..___... 3,000.00 Public Works Building Equipment . 129.00 Payments to Treasurer January 1 to De - Old Age Assistance 1,000.00 cember 31. Insurance — Workmen's Compensation and Public Liability —••••.--••• -•••••••-•• 3,873.41 Elections and Registrations ..._._....,._......._.. 232.10 Highway Department Equipment ....._ 1,030.55 TAXES — PERSONAL PROPERTY — 1934 Balance December 31, 1936 ... Debits Commitment March 30, 1936 $648.00 648.00 $1,412.00 754.00 $658.00 $6,756.00 Additional Commitment December 23, 1936 56.00 Balance December 31, 1936 $6,812.00 6,000.00 $812.00 Public Works — Labor, Materials and Expenses .__....,..._..._.........._ _..._.•... 4,000.00 Health Department — 1934 Bills ..... 56.00 Health Department — 1935 Bills _.... 84.00 Police Department — 1935 Bills .......... 25.00 97,894.85 Balance December 31, 1936 $73,438.31 Debits Balance January 1, 1936 Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 ... $ 9.90 Abatements by Board of Assessors as Un - collectable _. 46.20 $56.10 56.10 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT TAXES — PERSONAL PROPERTY -- 1935 Debits Balance January 1, 1936 Payments and abatements refunded .. Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 $1,908.84 Abatements by Assessors as erroneous 221.44 Balance December 31, 1936 561 $2,363.93 9.90 $2,373.83 2,130.28 $243.55 TAXES — PERSONAL PROPERTY — 1936 Debits Commitment June 10, 1936 .............. Payments Payments and abatements refunded ..... Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 .» $47,179.76 Abatements by Assessors as erroneous _ 50.71 Abatements by Assessors Account Machin- ery Tax Balance December 31, 1936 1.30 TAXES — REAL ESTATE — 1930 Debits Tax Titles Disclaimed Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 .., Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 ... Tax Titles taken Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 $ 41.28 1,071.11 $49,232.11 20.64 $49,252.75 47,231.77 $2,020.98 562 TOWN OF LEXINGTON TAXES — REAL ESTATE — 1931 Debits Tax Titles disclaimed Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 .....— Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 ..»..... Abatements by Assessors as erroneous ......_.. Tax Titles taken Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 $281.86 29.92 1,275.51 TAXES — REAL ESTATE — 1932 Debits Tax Titles disclaimed Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 ..... Payments and abatments refunded .... Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 ...__.. Abatements by Assessors as erroneous ._. Tax Titles taken Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 .»......... _ $256.99 117.18 975.42 TAXES — REAL ESTATE — 1933 Debits Tax Titles disclaimed Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 ....,,,.. Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 Abatements by Assessors as erroneous ...._... Tax Titles taken Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 ,..._..........._. $261.13 115.92 991.14 TAXES — REAL ESTATE'— 1934 Debits Balance January 1, 1936 Tax Titles disclaimed $1,112.39 Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 ......... $1,042.89 Abatements by Assessors as uncollectable 196.97 Abatements by Assessors as erroneous _..,_.. 916.34 Tax Titles taken .............. _.._.......................... _......... .»...., ,. 3,259.20 $1,587.29 1,587.29 $1,204.71 144.88 $1,349.59 1,349.59 $1,368.19 1,368.19 $4,001.84 1,413.56 $5,415.40 1,112.39 5,415.40 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT TAXES -- REAL ESTATE — 1935 Debits Balance January 1, 1936 ........._ .. Payments and abatements refunded .......-- Audit Adjustment — Credit Street Assess- ment Interest _..._.___—.._._..._.._....� __..._..... Audit Adjustment — Credit Water Assess- ment ..._... _ _. _.._ Audit Adjustment — Credit Water Assess- ment Interest _.._.........._..._._.._ Tax Title additions withdrawn Tax Titles disclaimed Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 _..... Abatements by Assessors as erroneous ._....... Additions to Tax Titles ..... __....... ...._........ _.. Tax Titles taken....._....__......___.........�....._._.._.._..... Audit Adjustment — Charge Excess and Deficiency.,,..,....,,..,..._.._...,,,...__..........._........................ Audit Adjustment — Charge Street Assess - Audit Adjustment — Charge Street Assess- ment Interest ...........................,.,..........,,,,..... Balance December 31, 1936 ..........� TAXES — REAL ESTATE — 1936 $169.875.42 1,789.16 33,682.52 2,479.46 .46 12.00 5.52 Debits Commitment June 10, 1936 ._........ _..__...._...... _ Additional commitment Dec. 23, 1936 Payments and abatements refunded ........ Credits Payments to Treasurer June 10 to Dec. 31 $444,497.25 Abatements by Assessors as erroneous 5,191.63 563 $219,884.19 583.87 9.20 6.59 3.40 170.61 302.61 $220,960.47 207,844.54 $13,115.93 $654,639.19 474.51 637.35 $655,751.05 449,688.98 Balance December 31, 1936 $206,062.07 564 TOWN OF LEXINGTON MOTOR VEHICLE EXCISE — 1934 Debits Balance January 1, 1936 Credits Abatements by Assessors as uncollectable MOTOR VEHICLE EXCISE — 1935 Debits Balance January 1, 1936 Additional commitment Jan. 15, 1936 ..,,.,......._ Payments and abatements refunded .............._ Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 ... $5,590.87 Abatements by Assessors as erroneous ... 211.46 Audit adjustment — Charge Estimated Re- ceipts .16 Balance December 31, 1936 MOTOR VEHICLE EXCISE — 1936 Debits Commitment May 6, 1936 ..... ......... ...,..... ........-_..... Commitment July 1, 1936 Commitment October 1, 1936 Commitment December 23, 1936 Payments and abatements refunded ....._ Credits Payments to Treasurer May 6, to Dec. 31 $23,911,23 Abatements by Assessors as erroneous 1,483.10 Balance December 31, 1936 _ $589.14 589.14 $5,396.71 758.76 189.32 $6,844.79 5,802.49 $542.30 $16,786.19 6,009.70 3,403.03 1,312.73 883.73 $28,395.38 25,394.33 $3,001.05 SEWER ASSESSMENTS — UNAPPORTIONED Debits Balance January 1, 1936 Commitment July 29, 1936 — Vine Brook Road $2,927.07 1,431.69 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT 565 566 TOWN OF LEXINGTON SEWER ASSESSMENT FUND—UNAPPORTIONED—Continued SEWER ASSESSMENTS -- 1934 Commitment December 31, 1936 — Taft Avenue .....„ .....,......„...._...._._. Debits 490.40 Credits Assessments apportioned May 11, 1936 ......... $2,868.72 Abatement by Assessors as erroneous ............... 58.35 Balance January 1, 1936 .....„ ..._..... ...... $208.79 10.23 $4,849.16 Tax Title disclaimed March 11, 1936 ......... Credits 2,927.07 Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 ._ $14.32 Abatements by Assessors as erroneous .,,...... 5.41 Balance December 31, 1936 $1,922.09 Taken on Tax Titles 199.29 SEWER ASSESSMENTS -1930 Debits Tax Title disclaimed March 11, 1936 .................. Credits Taken on Tax Title August 18, 1936 SEWER ASSESSMENTS — 1931 Debits Tax Title disclaimed March 11, 1936 Credits Taken on Tax Title August 18, 1936 ........... $32.73 32.73 $10,24 10.24 SEWER ASSESSMENTS — 1932 Debits Tax Title disclaimed March 11, 1936 $10.24 Credits Taken on Tax Title August 18, 1936 .....„10.24 SEWER ASSESSMENTS — 1933 Debits Tax Title disclaimed March 11, 1936 $10.24 Credits Taken on Tax Title August 18, 1936 .... 10.24 SEWER ASSESSMENTS ”— 1935 Debits $219.02 219.02 Balance Januar) 1, 1436 .„ .......................................... $1,368.20 Audit Adjustment — Credit Street Assess- ment 20.10 Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 ... Additions to Tax Titles . Taken on Tax Titles $864.97 397.25 18.59 $1,388.30 1,280.81 Balance December 31, 1936 $107.49 SEWER ASSESSMENTS — 1936 Debits Commitment June 10, 1936 ......................,.....,,...... .. Credits Payments to Treasurer June 10, to Dec. 31 $2,011.20 Abatements by Assessors as erroneous ...,,.... 13.47 $3,321.99 2,024.67 Balance December 31, 1936 ...._ $1,297.32 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT 567 STREET BETTERMENT ASSESSMENTS — UNAPPORTIONED Debits Commitment February 29, 1936 —Farmcrest Ave. .......-.._.-...,,... ._...... .....,.... ...,..........,,... Commitment February 29, 1936 — Kendall Road...T... -..__._.._..._...— ........... .........._ Commitment December 23, 1936 ---- Richard, Plymouth, and Tower Roads ........................._.. Credits Payments to Treasurer February 29 to Dec. 31 ....._.._.. _.. ....___ _.._...... _ ........_..........._... $ 773.52 Abatements by Assessors as erroneous ..... 355.88 Assessments apportioned ........._..,...,.... 9,834.60 Assessments added to Taxes 1936 108.52 Balance December 31, 1936 $8,751.65 2,320.87 7,731.58 $18,804.10 11,0 72.52 $7,73L58 STREET BETTERMENT ASSESSMENTS --- 1935 Debits Balance January 1, 1936 W... Audit Adjustment -- Credit Water Assess - Audit Adjustment — Credit Real Estate Tax-.....,,,... , ....,....-....,., Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 ... $1,921.29 Audit Adjustment — Charge Sewer Assess- ment ....._._......_.__....... 20.10 Added to Tax Titles ...__..........._..._......_ 884.86 Taken on Tax Titles _..__ 72.08 Balance December 31, 1936 $2,942.89 24.92 12.00 $2,979.81 2,898.33 $81.48 568 TOWN OF LEXINGTON STREET BETTERMENT ASSESSMENTS — 1936 Debits Commitment June 10, 1936 Commitment from Unapportioned June 10 Credits Payments to Treasurer June 10 to Dee. 31 $4,697.76 Abatements by Assessors as erroneous 3.50 Balance December 31, 1936 $7,990.99 108.52 $8,099.51 4,701.26 $3,398.25 SIDEWALK ASSESSMENTS — UNAPPORTIONED Debits Commitment February 29, 1936 — Drive- ways Commitment December 31, 1936 — Bedford Street Credits Payments to Treasurer Feb. 29 to Dee. 31 ... Assessments apportioned Balance December 31, 1936 .................... ..._........ ..,,,,...... $211.86 88.61 SIDEWALK ASSESSMENTS — 1935 Debits Balance January 1, 1936 Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 .,. Additions to Tax Titles ._...........__......,... .......__...... Audit Adjustment — Charge Water Assess.. Balance December 31, 1936 $100.29 9.37 6.23 $300.47 292.62 $593.09 300.47 $292.62 $128.39 115.89 $12.50 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT SIDEWALK ASSESSMENTS - 1936 Debits Commitment June 10, 1936 ...,....._._ .............._........ Credits Payments to Treasurer June 10 to Dec. 31 Balance December 31, 1936 569 $128.93 34.55 $ 94.38 WATER ASSESSMENTS - UNAPPORTIONED Balance January 1, 1936 Debits Credits Assessments apportioned $1,290.34 54.00 Abatements by Assessors as erroneous WATER ASSESSMENTS - 1935 Debits Balance January 1, 1936 Audit Adjustment - Credit Sidewalk As- sessment _ Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 ... Additions to Tax Titles Audit Adjustment - Charge Street Assess- ment_..._......._......-,.... . _.......,.........,,....._. Audit Adjustment - Charge Real Estate Taxes......... $263.53 24.75 24.92 6.59 Balance December 31, 1936 WATER ASSESSMENTS - 1936 Debits Commitment June 10, 1936 ..... ........_._......... __........... Credits Payments to Treasurer June 10 to Dec. 31 _. $1,344.34 1,344.34 $323.01 6.23 $329.24 319.79 $ 9.45 $736.10 555.59 Balance December 31, 1936 $180.51 570 TOWN OF LEXINGTON WATER LIENS Debits Balance January 1, 1936 ..._......._.. ..,,.,,,,,„„_,,.,,.. Commitments January 1 to December 31 ... Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 ... $453.76 Abatements by Board of Selectmen as un - collectable ....-.._..._...„..,... __.....__ Abatements by Board of Selectmen as erro- Added to Tax Bills 1936 Balance December 31, 1936 . 15.50 12.21 779.03 $888.96 557.31 $1,446.27 1,260.50 $185.77 WATER LIENS - ADDED TO TAXES 1935 Debits Balance January 1, 1936 Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dee. 31 ... Added to Tax Titles ... _ ..........._..._......_ ... _ _ _____ $22.37 17.00 $39.37 39.37 WATER LIENS - ADDED TO TAXES 1936 Debits Commitment June 10, 1936 ... .... ....__..... .._.................. Credits Payments to Treasurer June 10 to Dec. 31 ... Balance December 31, 1936 $779.03 199.07 $579.96 COMMITTED INTEREST - SEWER ASSESSMENTS 1930 Debits Tax Titles disclaimed March 11, 1936 ._...... Credits Tax Titles taken August 18, 1936 .. $19.91 19.91 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT COMMITTED INTEREST -- SEWER ASSESSMENTS 1931 Debits Tax Titles disclaimed March 11, 1936 Credits Tax Titles taken August 18, 1936 ..... - 571 $5.53 5.53 COMMITTED INTEREST - SEWER ASSESSMENTS 1932 Debits Tax Titles Disclaimed March 11, 1936 ....- Credits Tax Titles taken August 18, 1936 ........ $4.91 4.91 COMMITTED INTEREST - SEWER ASSESSMENTS 1933 Debits Tax Titles disclaimed March 11, 1936 Credits Tax Titles taken August 18, 1936 .... $4.30 4.30 COMMITTED INTEREST - SEWER ASSESSMENTS 1934 Debits Balance January 1, 1936 _..,.... _......_..... Tax Titles disclaimed March 11, 1936 ._...... ...._ Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 _ $ 4.30 Abatements by Assessors as erroneous _. 1.95 Tax Titles taken ..._..... ._.....__.......... _.__... ....__...,........_.. 94.77 $97.34 3.68 $101.02 572 TOWN OF LEXINGTON COMMITTED INTEREST -SEWER ASSESSMENTS 1935 -Cont. Tax Titles taken ... _.....,.....__. 1.10 Balance December 31, 1936 439.63 $34.95 COMMITTED INTEREST - SEWER ASSESSMENTS 1936 Debits Commitment June 10, 1936 Credits Payments to Treasurer June 10 to Dec. 31 ... Abatements by Assessors as erroneous _.... Balance December 31, 1936 $662.46 11.73 $1,107.30 674.19 $433.11 COMMITTED INTEREST - STREET BETTERMENT ASSESSMENTS 1935 Debits Balance January 1, 1936 Audit Adjustment - Credit Water Assess- ment Interest .. Audit Adjustment - Credit Real Estate Tax 1935 Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 ... $627.61 Audit Adjustment -- Charge Real Estate Tax1935 .__......... ........,..._...._...._ 9.20 101.02 Audit Adjustment -- Charge Sewer Assess- ment Interest ..._ COMMITTED INTEREST - SEWER ASSESSMENTS 1935 Debits Balance January 1, 1936 .__........._...._.......__ ........_ Audit Adjustment - Credit Street Assess- ment Interest .... __ Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec, 31 ... Additions to Tax Titles ......_......... ............................. $465.32 9.26 $474.58 Additions to Tax Titles .._ Tax Titles taken._.._...._............................................. 13alance December 31, 1936 9.26 323.61 30.57 $1,036.67 12.93 5.52 $1,055.12 1,000.25 $54.87 COMMITTED INTEREST - STREET BETTERMENT ASSESSMENTS 1936 $287.23 Debits 151.30 Commitment June 10, 1936 ...._._...._ $ 2,614.16 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT 573 COMMITTED INTEREST—St. Betterment Assessments 1936—Cont. Commitment from Unapportioned June 10, 1936 Credits Payments to Treasurer June 10, to Dee. 31 ... Abated by Assessors as erroneous _..._.....___... Balance December 31, 1936 $1,461.83 6.20 3.60 $2,617,76 1,468.03 $ 1,149.73 COMMITTED INTEREST — SIDEWALK ASSESSMENTS 1935 Debits Balance January 1, 1936 Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 .., Audit Adjustment — Charge Water Assess- ment Interest Additions to Tax Titles __..... ...................._........ Balance December 31, 1936 23.53 .69 1.61 $32.33 25.83 $ 6.50 COMMITTED INTEREST — SIDEWALK ASSESSMENTS 1936 Debits Commitment June 10, 1936 Credits Payments to Treasurer June 10 to Dec. 31 ... Balance December 31, 1936 $36.52 9.49 $27.03 COMMITTED INTEREST—WATER ASSESSMENTS 1935 Debits Balance January 1, 1936 ......... Audit Adjustment — Credit Sidewalk As- sessment Interest ...................... $110.38 .69 $111.07 574 TOWN OF LEXINGTON COMMITTED INTEREST—Water Assessments 1935—Continued Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 Audit Adjustment — Charge Street Assess- ment Interest ....„.—............_......._............ 12.93 Audit Adjustment — Charge Real Estate Tax1935 _........_............. ._...._............ .. _...._.. 3.40 Additions to Tax Titles $77.43 Balance December 31, 1936 .,..w_._...._... .. 12.42 106.18 $ 4.89 COMMITTED INTEREST --- WATER ASSESSMENTS 1936 Debits Commitment June 10, 1936 . Credits Payments to Treasurer June 10 to Dec. 31 .. $368.08 283.13 Balance December 31, 1936 ... _...... ..._........._.._... $ 84.95 HEALTH DEPARTMENT ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE Debits Balance January 1, 1936 Commitments January 1 to December 31 ... Credits Payments to Treasurer January 1 to De. 31 Balance December 31, 1936 $1,741.85 2,719.60 $4,461.45 1,631.85 $2,829.60 OLD AGE ASSISTANCE ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE Debits Balance January 1, 1936 $1,356.11 Commitments January 1 to December 31 ... 6,117.28 $7,473.39 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT 575 OLD AGE ASSISTANCE ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE—Continued Credits 576 TOWN OF LEXINGTON MUNROE CEMETERY ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE Balance January 1, 1936 Debits $57.00 Payments to Treasurer January 1 to Dec. 31 5,443.17 Commitments January 1 to December 31 ... 1,326.90 Abatements by Board of Selectmen as erro- neous........._...............—_......................_-..._..... ____ .83 1,383.90 5,444.00 Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 ... $1,277.65 Balance December 31, 1936. $2,029.39 Abatements by Cemetery Commissioners ... 6.00 PUBLIC WELFARE ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE Balance December 31, 1936 Debits Balance January 1, 1936 —••••-•• Commitments January 1 to December 31 ... Payments and abatements refunded ... —.. Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 ... $19,247.92 Abatements by Board of Selectmen as erro- neous .........._.........._ ......,.. _...._ 328.43 $5,306.40 21,166.67 240.87 $26,713.94 19,576.35 Balance December 31, 1936 $7,137.59 SCHOOL DEPARTMENT ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE Debits Balance January 1, 1936 Commitments January 1 to December 81 ... 27,491.07 $6,194.89 1,283.65 $100.25 WESTVIEW CEMETERY ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE Debits Balance January 1, 1936 ..... _..._..... ..,..... ............ _.... Commitments January 1 to December 31 _. Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 ... $2,733.63 Abatements by Cemetery Commissioners 108.00 Balance December 31, 1936 $1,558.30 3,089.32 $4,647.62 2,841.63 $1,805.99 SUNDRY DEPARTMENTS ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE Debits Balance January 1, 1936 Commitments January 1 to December 31 $33,685.96 Credits Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 ... $29,445.42 Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 ... $1,463.71 Abatements by School Committee as erro- Abatements by Board of Selectmen ..... 17.00 neons2.12 Transfers from Miscellaneous Deposits 445.00 .-.._..._�......_ 29,447.54 Balance December 31, 1936 • $4,238.42 Balance December 31, 1936 $ 27.00 1,933.52 $1,960.52 1,925.71 $ 34.81 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT SEWER -DEPARTMENT ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE RENTALS—SERVICES—MISCELLANEOUS Debits Balance January 1, 1936 ....._._ ...................................,.... Commitments January 1 to December 31 ... Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec .31 ... $605.75 Abatements by Board of Selectmen as un - collectable 14.89 Balance December 31, 1936 .............. _....... .......... ..,.,,,..... 577 $1,268.42 578 TOWN OF LEXINGTON WATER RATES -1935 AND PRIOR—Continued Abatements by Board of Selectmen as erro- neous .__ _........_...._.._ ,..... 210.04 Abatements by Board of Selectmen as un - 100.00 collectable .....__._..._... ___...._... .__ .._ _ .._ 2.34 Collection transferred from 1936 Account 2.50 $1,368.42 620.64 $747.78 SEWER HOUSE CONNECTIONS ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE Debits Balance January 1, 1936. Commitments January 1 to December 31 ... Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 ... Transfers from Sewer House Connection deposits .............................. Abatements by Board of Selectmen as un - collectable _.... Abatements by Board of Selectmen as erro- neous Balance December 31, 1936 $ 852.67 1,567.63 9.71 44.29 WATER RATES — 1935 AND PRIOR Debits Balance January 1, 1936 ,..._._ ...................... ..... Payments refunded ....—.. Payments transferred to 1936 Account Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 ... Transfers to Liens $8,195.44 369.15 $233.55 2,055.29 $2,288.84 1,974.30 $314.54 $8,800.90 3.94 4.48 $8,809.32 Balance December 31, 1936 WATER RATES — 1936 Debits Commitments January 1 to December 31 _. Payments refunded Payments transferred to 1935 Account Payments transferred to 1937 Account Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 ... Abatements by Board of Selectmen as erro- neous Transfers to Liens .... _.._.....,............... ..........._..........-..... Collections transferred from 1935 Account Balance December 31, 1936 ......... $61,592.33 2,682.31 140.16 4.48 WATER RATES — 1937 Credits Payments transferred from 1936 Account ... Debits Advance collection forward December 31 1936 _......_.... ...._..._._.......... — 8,779.47 $29.85 $72,206.57 53.55 2.50 22.50 $72,285.12 64,419.28 $7,865.84 $22.50 None $22.50 WATER GUARANTEES -1935 AND PRIOR Debits Balance January 1, 1936 .._... ..... ......_ ._.. Payments and abatements refunded ..._ $9,091.08 655.98 $9,747.06 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT WATER GUARANTEES -1935 AND PRIOR—Continued Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 ... $2,012.14 Abatements by Board of Selectmen as erro- neous_ .........._........._.......... _......_ _..._........ 938.51 Collections transferred from 1936 Account 20.00 Balance December 31, 1936 . WATER GUARANTEES — 1936 Debits Commitments January 1 to December 31.... Payments transferred to 1935 Account ___ Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 ... Abatements by Board of Selectmen as erro- neous .._ Balance December 31, 1936 $835.40 127.52 WATER SERVICES -1935 AND PRIOR Debits Balance January 1, 1936 _...,...... _.......... Credits Balance December 31, 1936 579 2,970.65 $6,776.41 $3,093.39 20.00 $3,113.39 962.92 $2,150.47 580 TOWN OF LEXINGTON WATER MISCELLANEOUS — 1936 Debits Commitments January 1 to December 31, 1936 Payments refunded ..... _.......... _........ ...._..,..,,, ...._......... Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 .._ Balance December 31, 1936 $533.02 1.00 $534.02 502.24 $31.78 WATER MOUSE CONNECTIONS ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE Debits Balance January 1, 1936 Commitments January 1 to December 31 Payments refunded ....,.............. __ Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 ... Transfers from Water Connection Deposits Abatements by Board of Selectmen as erro- neous $206.12 None Balance December 31, 1936 3206.12 WATER MISCELLANEOUS — 1935 AND PRIOR Debits Balance January 1, 1936 Credits Payments to Treasurer Jan. 1 to Dec. 31 ._ Abatements by Board of Selectmen as erro- neous Abatements by Board of Selectmen as un - collectable ........ _..„..___ Balance December 31, 1936 .........__-_---- $ 4.79 6.10 562.21 $1,004.05 573.10 $430.95 $330.70 1,842.85 108.86 $186.99 2,357.44 15.21 $2,559.64 2,282.41 $277.23 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT BORROWING CAPACITY OF THE TOWN January 1, 1937 581 Real & Personal Property: Valuation 1934 less abatements $21,283,498.00 Valuation 1935 less abatements 21,398,146.00 Valuation 1936 less abatements 21,510,760.00 Motor Vehicles: Valuation 1934 less abatements 722,243.00 Valuation 1935 less abatements 910,931.00 Valuation 1936 less abatements 972,529.00 $66,798,107.00 Average valuation for 3 years, less abatements ......,........... $22,266,035.00 Borrowing capacity, 3% ................. ........___...... .__............... ....... ._..... $ 667,981.00 Borrowing capacity, additional 1% for Federal Project Loans $222,660.00 Town Debt December 31, 1936 $479,500.00 Loan Outside Debt Limit: School Loan of 1924 Sewer Loan of 1915 Water Loan of 1927 Water Loan of 1927 Water Loan of 1928 Water Loan of 1929 Water Loan of 1930 Water Loan of 1930 Water Loan of 1930 Water Loan of 1931 Water Loan of 1932 Water Loan of 1934 Water Loan of 1935 $69,000.00 27,000.00 6,000.00 6,000.00 14,000.00 16,000.00 20,000.00 12,000.00 20,000.00 25,000.00 4,000.00 6,000.00 16,000.00 582 TOWN OF LEXINGTON MOVEMENT OF TOWN DEBT 1914-1936 (Total Bonded or Fixed Debt) Debt Paid Added Debt at beginning during year during year at close of year 1914 »» .._. $336,150.00 $33,250.00 $ 6,000.00 $308,900,00 1915 _._ 308,900.00 30,250.00 156,000.00 434,650.00 1916 W _ 434,650.00 38,250.00 3,000.00 399,400.00 1917 .». 399,400.00 38,750.00 45,000.00 405,650.00 1918 405,650.00 43,150.00 11,000.00 373,500.00 1919 _. 373,500.00 42,650.00 70,000.00 400,850.00 1920 __..... 400,850.00 43,150.00 22,500.00 380,200.00 1921 _.__—.._ 380,200.00 45,650.00 70,000.00 404,550.00 1922 .„__. _..,. 404,550.00 53,650.00 43,800.00 394,700.00 1923 ..__.394,700.00 61,350.00 1,750.00 335,100.00 1924 .__ ___ 335,100.00 57,600.00 448,950.00 126,450.00 1925 ._ _ . 726,450.00 96,500.00 144,500.00 774,450.00 1926... ...._..._ 774,450.00 97,500.00 89,300.00 766,250.00 1927 766,250.00 100,800.00 83,000.00 748,450.00 1928..»..»748,450.00 98,000.00 90,000.00 740,450.00 1929 _ 740,450.00 101,450.00 30,000.00 669,000.00 1930 669,000.00 84,500.00 320,000.00 904,500.00 1931 ._904,500.00 117,000.00 135,000.00 922,500.00 1932 922,500.00 116,000.00 46,000.00 852,500.00 1933._._.... 852,500.00 125,000.00 29,000.00 756,500.00 1934 ._.._756,500.00 136,000.00 89,000.00 709,500.00 1935 -.._._ 709,500.09 132,000.00 20,000.00 597,500.00 1936 ... ,_ .W 597,500.00 118,000.00 479,500.00 1937—At beginning of year .... .._ ». ... $479,500.00 To be paid during year ......... ......... ...... 106,000.00 241,000.00 $373,500.00 To be added in 1937 ... »..... ». _..... » ......__.._ Town Debt Inside Debt Limit ...... 238,500.00 44,000.00 194,500.00 Borrowing capacity Jan. 1, 1937 $178,660.00 $473,48L00 REPORT OF .TOWN ACCOUNTANT 583 584 TOWN OF. LEXINGTON MOVEMENT OF WATER DEBT 1914 - 1936 MOVEMENT OF SCHOOL DEBT 1914-1936 Debt Paid Added Debt Debt Paid Added Debt at beginning during year during year at close at beginning during year during year at close of year of year 1914 .......... _.... $191,800.00 $22,900,00 $ 8,500.00 $177,400.00 1914 $ 70,850.00 $ 5,350.00 $ $ 65,500.00 1915 _____ 177,400.00 19,400.00 4,000.00 162,000.00 1915 65,500.00 5,350.00 45,000.00 105,150.00 1916 ..... _...._..._ 162,000.00 20,400.00 3,000.00 144,600.00 1916 105,150.00 8,350.00 96,800.00 1917 .... .,....._.. 144,600.00 21,400.00 4,000.00 127,200.00 1917 96,800.00 8,350.00 88,450.00 1918 _._.... 127,200.00 19,700.00 107,509.00 1918 88,450.00 8,350.00 80,100.00 1919....._..,,,. 107,500.00 18,200.00 89,200.00 1919 80,100.00 7,350.00 70,000.00 142,750.00 1920 ..... ....__.... 89,300.00 15,700.00 9,000.00 82,600.00 1920 142,750.00 11,350.00 7,000.00 138,400.00 1921._..,...m._.. 82,600.00 17,700.00 20,000.00 84,900.00 1921 138,400.00 11,350.00 127,050.00 1922 .........___ 84,900.00 19,700.00 12,800.00 78,000.00 1922 127,050.00 9,350.00 117,700.00 1923._.._....__... 78,000.00 24,500.00 1,750.00 55,250.00 1923 117,700.00 13,350.00 104,350.00 1924 _................ 55,250.00 21,250.00 73,950.00 107,950.00 1924 104,350.00 11,350.00 350,000.00 443,000.00 1925 107,950.00 34,500.00 22,000.00 95,450.00 1925 443,000.00 34,000.00 91,500.00 500,500.00 1926 95,450.00 28,500.00 39,300.00 106,250.00 1926 500,500.00 39,000.00 461,500.00 1927 ................. 106,250.00 32,800.00 35,000.00 108,450.00 1927 461,500.00 39,000.00 422,500.00 1928 _..._ 108,450.00 29,500.00 31,000.00 109,950.00 1928 422,500.00 38,000.00 384,509.00 1929 ..._........... 109,950.00 32,450.00 30,000.00 107,500.00 1929 . 384,500.00 37,500.00 347,000.00 1930._ ............... 107,500.00 20,500.00 155,000.00 242,000.00 1930 347,000.00 35,500.00 120,000.00 431.500.00 1931 ._........ ....... 242,000.00 32,000.00 65,000.00 275,000.00 1931 431,500.00 44,500.00 60,000.00 447,000.00 1932 ..............._. 275,000.00 33,000.00 20,04)0.00 262,000.00 1932 447,000.00 50,500.00 396,500.00 1933 _. 262,000.00 36,000.00 226,000.00 1933 ..... 396,500.00 50,500.00 346,000.00 1934 . 226,000.00 36,000.00 50,000.00 240,000.00 1934 346,000.00 50,500.00 295,500.00 1935 ..... ___ ..... 240,000.00 45,000.00 20,000.00 215,000.00 1935 295,500.00 50,500.00 245,000.00 1936 .. 215,000.00 44,000.00 171,000.00 1936 245,000.00 48,500.00 196,500,00 At beginning of year 1937 ....W...._..,,,,...w. _.... $171,000.00 At beginning of year 1937 $196,500.00 To be paid during 1937 .... 39,000.00 To be paid during 1937 _.........................._... 48,500.00 To be added in 1937 $1'32,000.00 To be added in 1937 $148,000.00 Dated March 11, 1936 March 11, 1936 July 8, 1936 Oct. 14, 1936 Dated Sept. 8, 1936 Sept. 16, 1936 Oct. 29, 1936 . Nov. 27, 1936 LOANS — ANTICIPATION OF REVENUE Year Ended December 31, 1936 Due Sold To The First Boston Corp. The First Boston Corp. New England Trust Company Lexington Trust Company Oct. 23, 1936 Dec. 4, 1936 Jan. 29, 1937 Apr. 30, 1937 Rate 0.165 0.165 0.298 0.220 Amount of Interest Loan Discounted $100,000.00 $ 99.46 100,000.00 118,71 100,000.00 164.73 100,000.00 115.50 Totals $400,000.00 $498.40 LOANS — ANTICIPATION OF REIMBURSEMENT Year Ended December 31, 1936 Due Sold To Lexington Trust Company Lexington Trust Company Lexington Trust Company Lexington Trust Company Sept. 8, 1937 Sept. 16, 1937 Oct. 29, 1937 Nov. 27, 1937 Rate Amount of Interest Loan Discounted 1.00 $ 3,500.00 $ 34.81 1.00 10,000.00 98.89 1.00 10,000.00 99.17 1.00 1,950.00 19.18 Totals $ 25,450.00 $252.05 REPORT OF TOWN ACCOUNTANT Cl 00 TABLE OF TOWN DEBT DECEMBER 31, 1936 SHOWING ANNUAL PAYMENTS OF PRINCIPAL TO BE RAISED BY REVENUE 1937 - 1948 INCLUSIVE Loan Title of Loan Rate Due in 1937 Due in 1938 Due in 1939 Due in 1940 Due in 1941 Due in 1942 Due in 1943 Due in 1944 Due in 1945 Due in 1946 Due in 1947 Due in 1948 Totals New Town Office Bldg. Loan of 1928 4% $2,500.00 $2,500.00 $2,000.00 $2,000.00 $2,000.00 $2,000.00 $2,000.00 $2,000.00 $2,000.00 $2,000.00 52,000.00 $2,000.00 $25,000.00 Sewer Loan of 1927 4% 1,000.00 1,000,00 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 11,000.00 School Const. & Remodeling Loan of 1925 4% 4,500.00 4,500.00 4,500.00 4,500.00 4,500.00 4,500.00 4,5110.00 4,500.00 4,500.00 40,500.00 Sewer Loan of 1915 4% 3,000.00 3,000.00 3,000.00 3,000.00 3,000.00 3,000.00 3,000.00 3,000.00 3,000.00 27,000.00 Water Loan of 1929 45x% 2,000.00 2,000.00 2,000.00 2,000.00 2,000.00 2,000.00 2,000.00 2,000.00 --- 16,000.00 Water Standpipe Loan of 1934 ...... 31/1 % 4,000.00 3,000.00 3,000.00 3,000.00 3,000.00 3,000.00 3,000.00 3,000.00 _ _. 25,000.00 Buckman Tavern Loan of 1913 41/4 % 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 .____.___... .*W 7,000.00 Water Loan of 1928 4% 2,000.00 2,000.00 2,000.00 2,000.00 2,000.00 2,000.00 2,000.00 14,000.00 Trunk Line Sewer Loan of 1933 4% 3,000.00 3,000.00 2,000.00 2,000.00 2,000.00 2,000.00 2,000.00 16,000.00 Sewer Loan of 1928 __._._........ 43.% 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 ........._....».. 6,000.00 Water Loan of 1927 4% 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 .. _ 6,000.00 Water Loan of 1927 .__._._ 4% 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 6,000.00 Adams School Addition Loan of 1931 31/2% 6,000.00 6,000.00 6,000.00 6,000.00 6,000.00 30,000.00 Sewer Loan of 1927 4% 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 5,000.00 Water Loan of 1931 334% 5,000.00 5,000.00 5,000.00 5,000.00 5,000.00 $25,00.00 Franklin School Loan of 1930 . 4% 12,000.00 12,000.00 12,000.00 12,000.00 ._._.._.._._. 48,000.00 Water Loan of 1930 .,.—...,..... 4114% 5,000.00 5,000.00 5,000.00 5,000.00 .. 20,000.00 Water Loan of 1930 .................—.... 4% 3,000.00 3,000.00 3,000.00 3,000.00 . _.�. 12,000.00 Water Loan of 1930 _....._._._.._...._. 4% 5,000.00 5,000.00 5,000.00 5,000.00 20,000.00 Drainage Loan of 1934 2%4% 3,000.00 3,000.00 3,000.00 3,000.00 _ _, 12,000.00 Water Loan of 1935 1%% 4,000.00 4,000.00 4,000.00 4,000.00 ._.. 16,000.00 Parker School Loan of 1919 4%% 3,000.00 3,000.00 3,000.00 _._.,........... _ 9,000.00 School House Const. & Remodel- ing Loan of 1924 4% 23,000.00 23,000.00 23,000.00 69,000.00 Water Loan of 1934 2% 2,000.00 2,000.00 2,000.00 6,000.00 Water Loan of 1932 ...............—...... 4%% 4,000.00 4,000.00 Sewer Loan of 1933 ----..__._ 3%% 1,000.00 1,000.00 Sewer Loan of 1934 ...r.._.._.._..._„._ 1%5, 2,000.00 2,000.00 Water Standpipe Loan of 1934 ... 1%% 1,000.00 1,000.00 Totals --.— $106,000.00 $97,000.00 $95,500.00 367,500,00 $35,500.00 $23,500.00 $20,500.00 $15,500.00 $10,500.00 $3,000.00 $3,000.00 $2,000.00 $479,500.00 TABLE OF TOWN D EBT DECEMBER 31, 1936, SHOWING ANNUAL PAYMENTS OF INTEREST TO BE RAISED BY REVENUE Title of Loan New Town Office Bldg. Loan of Sewer Loan of 1927 ----- School School Const. & Remodeling Loan of 1925 ...._.._..._ _....__._..---._.....__ Sewer Loan of 1915 ______ Water Loan of 1929 ____ Water Standpipe Loan of 1934 _ Buckman Tavern Loan of 1913 _ Water Loan of 1928 ..-.._._..___- Trunk Line Sewer Loan of 1933 Sewer Loan of 1928 _______ Water Loan of 1927 ----- Water Loan of 1927 .. _ .. _.. Adams School Addition Loan of 1931 ._.».».»._._..... ..» _...._ Sewer Loan of 1927 ------ Water Loan of 1931 _______ Franklin School Loan of 1930 .- Water Loan of 1930 _ Water Loan of 1930 Water Loan of 1930 ___.__......-._ Drain Const. Loan of 1934 _.. Water Loan of 1935 _ Parker School Loan of 1919 ...___. School Rouse Const. & Remodel- ing Loan of 1924 _.._.__._-...._.._._ Water Loan of 1934 _ .... _ Water Loan of 1932 _......._.._._.._ Sewer Loan of 1933 - Sewer Loan of 1934 ...».....•.... ....••..._ Water Standpipe Loan of 1934 ._ Totals Rate Due in 1937 Due in 1938 Due in 1939 Due in 1940 Due in 1941 1937 - 1948 INCLUSIVE Interest Due in 1942 Due in 1943 Due in 1944 Due in 1945 Due in 1946 Due in 1947 Due in 1948 Totals 4% $950.00 $850.00 $760.00 $680.00 $600.00 $520.00 $440.00 $360.00 440.00 400.00 360.00 320.00 280.00 240.00 200.00 160.00 4% 1,620.00 1,440.00 1,260.00 1,080.00 900.00 720.00 540.00 360.00 4% 1,020.00 900.00 780.00 660.00 540.00 420.00 300.00 180.00 4% % 637.50 552.50 467.50 382.50 297.60 212.50 127.50 42.50 3x/2 % 805.00 682.50 577.50 472.50 367.50 262.50 192.50 52.50 4'h % 297.50 255.00 212.50 170.00 127.50 85.00 42.50 ....._..._....... 4% 520.00 440.00 360.00 280.00 200.00 120.00 40.00 4% 640.00 520.00 400.00 320.00 240.00 160.00 80.00 434% 255.00 212.50 170.00 127.50 85.00 42.50 4% 220.00 180.00 140.00 100.00 60.00 20.00 4% 240.00 200.00 160.00 120.00 80.00 40.00 3%% 1,050.00 840.00 630.00 420.00 210.00 4% 180.00 140.00 100.00 60.00 20.00 3x % 787.50 612.50 437.50 262.50 87.50 4% 1,920.00 1,440.00 960.00 480.00 .........••.._ 4 M. % 743.75 531.25 318.75 106.25 4% 480.00 360.00 240.00 120.00 4% 800.00 600.00 400.00 200.00 215 % 270.00 202.50 135.00 67.50 1 V % 175.00 126.00 75.00 25.00 4%% 405.00 270.00 135.00 4% 2,760.00 1,840.00 920.00 2% 120.00 80.00 40.00 41/2% 90.00 _.... _...•_ _..... 3%%a 15.63 1x/2%• 30.00 1x/2% 7.50 $17,479.38 $13,673.75 $10,038.75 $6,453.75 $4,095.00 $2,842.50 $1,962.60 $1,155.00 $280.00 $200.00 $120.00 120.00 80.00 40.00 180.00 60.00 $40.00 $5,800.00 2,640.00 8,100.00 4,860.00 2,720.00 3,412.50 1,190.00 1,960.00 2,360.00 892.50 720.00 840.00 3,160.00 500.00 2,187.50 4,800.00 1,700.00 1,200.00 2,000.00 675.00 400.00 810.00 5,520.00 240.00 90.00 15.63 30.00 7.50 $640.00 $280.00 $160.00 $40.00 $58,820.63 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE SCHOOL COMMITTEE AND SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS OF THE TOWN OF LEXINGTON FOR THE YEAR 1936 REPORT OF THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT ANNUAL REPORT OF THE SCHOOL COMMITTEE 589, The School Committee submits, herewith, the Fifty- first Annual Report, including the customary sub -divisions as follows : A. STATEMENT BY THE SCHOOL COMMITTEE B. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF SCHOOL DEPARTMENT C. SCHOOL COMMITTEE ORGANIZATION D. LEXINGTON PARENT -TEACHER ASSOCIATION E. SCHOOL CALENDAR F. SCHOOL HOURS G. NO SCHOOL SIGNALS H. DIRECTORY OF SCHOOL EMPLOYEES I. REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS I. II. III. Iv. Senior High School Junior High School Physical Education Health a. School Physician b. School Nurse J. SCHOOL STATISTICS I. Teachers' Resignations, Transfers and Appointments II. Prizes III. Senior High School Enrollment by Courses IV. Distribution of Senior High School Pupils by Subjects V. High School Graduating Class, 1936 VL Enrollment by Schools for October, 1936 VII. Extract from State Returns VIII. Vocational School Enrollment IX. Lexington School Savings X. Report of the Attendance Officer 590 TOWN OF LEXINGTON STATEMENT BY THE SCHOOL COMMITTEE In compliance with the law, the School Committee, here- with, submits its Report for the year 1936. The entire School Committee and Superintendent Grin- dle have met regularly twice a month and have endeavored to provide a high standard of education for our Lexing- ton boys and girls at a reasonable cost. For fuller details regarding our aims and accomplishments we earnestly rec- ommend that you read the Reports of the Superintendent of Schools and the Principals, and we will utilize this space for calling your attention to a few matters worthy of con- sideration for the future. Last year we called your attention to the desirability of an enclosed athletic field, so that admission to games could be charged when desired, and the proceeds used to help support the athletic teams. This has not yet been done, but we know that many of our citizens realize the need of it, and we continue to hope that, in the near future, some way will be found to provide such a field at a cost justified by its advantages. We have, for some time, been considering the advis- ability of automatic stokers for the boilers in our High School building. We believe that, with stokers, a more constant temperature could be maintained throughout the building and that certain rooms which, under present con- ditions, are difficult to get warm early on a cold morning would be greatly benefited. The outside smoke nuisance would, also, be lessened with the use of stokers. If on further study it appears that the stokers would, also, re- duce our fuel cost and maintenance expense sufficiently to pay a substantial return on the investment, we shall prob- ably ask the support of the voters for such a project. It is with great satisfaction that we call your attention to the Florence Stinchfield Patch Fund. This comes from a sum of money bequeathed to Simmons College under the REPORT OF THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 591 will of Oscar L. Patch, late of Lexington, the income of which "shall be used for the payment of the tuition of worthy and deserving students in said college" . . . and preference shall be given to applicants who have resided in Lexington for at least five years immediately preceding the date of application. We are informed that the income is sufficient to provide annual tuition for two or three stu- dents, and trust that our Lexington girls will plan to take full advantage of such an exceptional opportunity. We believe it appropriate to mention in this Report that the School Committee is convinced that our teachers are doing splendid work in the schools, and that their loy- alty to Lexington and her young people is unfaltering. More than ever before they are doing extra work in outside cour- ses to help themselves to become better teachers. Almost every town within twenty miles of Boston, and comparable to Lexington, has now completely restored the salary cut of 1933, and we shall welcome the day when the citizens of Lexington, and their advisory committees feel that our town, also, can afford to restore all that has been taken from the teachers' salaries. This feeling is not born of charity, but is prompted rather by the fact that we are constantly in competition with surrounding towns for the best avail- able teachers, and can hardly expect to be successful unless we can offer salaries similar in rates to what the other towns are offering. At present we cannot do this. Respectfully submitted, RANDALL B. HOUGHTON, Chairman ANNIE F. PUTNEY, FREDERIC L. FISCHER, School Committee. 592 TOWN OF LEXINGTON FINANCIAL STATEMENTS School Maintenance General Control: Superintendent, Attendance Supervisor, Office Assistance and Expenses .... Expenses of Instruction: Salaries of Supervisors, Principals, Teachers, Substitutes, Junior and Senior High School Clerks and oth- er expenses of instruction .._._......._.._....... Textbooks Supplies Operation of School Plant: Janitor Service, Fuel and Miscellaneous Operation Maintenance of School Plant: Repairs Libraries.............................._......._................_............,,....._....,, Health Miscellaneous: Graduations, Athletics, Express, etc....._ Outlay: New Equipment Tuition — Atypical children Total Expenditure9.......... ........... ._.-........... - ....... , Appropriation ..... -...... ........_....... ............. _.._ Unexpended Balance $6,370.04 159,288.03 3,447.98 6,957.78 27,773.83 5,199.95 500.4i 2,795.59 5,281.87 1,079.03 933.45 92.70 $219,720.66 $219,920.53 199.87 $219,920.53 $219,920.53 REPORT OF THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 593 594 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Receipts Tuition: Town of Bedford ...._ ............. City of Boston .. Town of Burlington: 1936 paid Commonwealth of Massachusetts: General School Fund Part I ....... .............„.. State Wards ....._..... __...._......_ Miscellaneous .............. _............ _...................... ,...»...._..,......_ ... Total Receipts $6,159.89 8,619.63 Unpaid 1936 Receipts: **Burlington $4,193.42 Net Expenditures for 1936 *Not included in Net Expenditure for 1936. **Included in Net Expenditure for 1936. VOCATIONAL EDUCATION Expended: City of Cambridge $21.00 City of Boston ........... »,,,............ 215.40 City of Newton 8.80 City of Somerville . 269.20 City of Waltham _._..._......... _...... .....__._ 439.555 Total Expenditures ...._............ ...._..... ....... _-..... ._-------..._. Unexpended Balance $12,169.39 170.00 14,779.52 18,600.00 2,123.66 99.00 251.08 $48,192,65 $173,494.48 $953.95 $953.95 116.05 Appropriated ............ .,,,,»_.._..... ......_............. _..._....... _........... $1,070.00 $1,070.00 Receipts: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Net Cost for 1936 _ 392.98 $560.97 AMERICANIZATION Expended: Instruction _...... .. ,..., .. _ _ .....» $180,00 Supplies ___________________ 12.93 Total Expenditures..............„.......»...............................».. $192.93 $192.93 Unexpended Balance ..... ....... Appropriated ..... .._......... ......„......... „..„...,........ »... „...»..».„ Receipts: Commonwealth of Massachusetts ___ Town of Bedford .....».„..._..„.___.._.___._._ Net Cost for 1936 $83.75 4.25 7.07 $200.00 88.00 $104.93 REPORT OF THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT SCHOOL COMMITTEE ORGANIZATION Chairman 695 RANDALL B. HOUGHTON, 16 Oakland Street Tel. Lex. 0388-M (Term Expires March, 1938) Secretary FREDERIC L. FISCHER, 2 Stratham Road Tel. Lex. 0779 (Term Expires March, 1937) Treasurer ANNIE F. PUTNEY, 31 Locust Avenue Tel. Lex. 1593 (Term Expires March, 1939) Superintendent of Schools THOMAS S. 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 the School Committee are held on the first and third Tuesdays of each month in the High School Building. 596 TOWN OF LEXINGTON LEXINGTON PARENT -TEACHER ASSOCIATION Officers of Council PRESIDENT....._ .......... __.._...._ ..__.._..,.»....__.._......__....Mrs. Hugh E. Leonard VICE-PRESIDENTS...Mrs. Luther R. Putney, Mrs. Frederick B. James SECRETARY.... .......,,....__.._.....Mrs. Thomas W. Baylis TREASURER ._........... ........._ .._,....._...._...._..........,,...Mrs. Thomas S. Grindle HISTORIAN .........................Mrs. William A. Booth Presidents of the ADAMS SCHOOL _..._....__......., FRANKLIN SCHOOL...__...._...---.._....,..._,. HANCOCK SCHOOL MUNROE SCHOOL ..... _........ _........... ._...._....- PARKER SCHOOL. .............. ............ JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL..,,..... _...._..__.- SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL....._...._....__.. Local Branches __. Mrs. Ramon C. Baker ..,,....._...........Mrs. Irving W. Yelland _,..._.....Mrs. Howard W. Robbins ................... __Mrs. Alton Dowling ...... ..._......... ..Mrs. Irving H. Currier Mrs. Stanley T. Vennerbeck Mrs. William G. Potter 1937 SCHOOL CALENDAR School opens, Monday, January 4 School closes, Friday, P. M., February 19 School opens, Monday March 1 School closes, Friday, P. M., April 16 School opens, Monday, April 26 School closes, Friday, June 25 School opens, Wednesday, September 8 School closes, Wednesday, December 23" HOLIDAYS New Year's Day, January 1 Good Friday, March 26 Memorial Day, May 31 Columbus Day, October 12 Teachers' Convention, October 22* Armistice Day, November 11 Thanksgiving, November 25 November 26 • These dates are tentative and subject to change. One hundred and eighty day - far the High Schools are required by law, REPORT OF THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 597 SCHOOL HOURS, Morning Session Grades I - II ...—._.8:45 to 11:30 Grades III - IV_ ..... ....8:45 to 12:00 Grades VII- XII......... 8:10 to 1:50 Afternoon Session 1:15 or 1:30 to 3:00 or 3:15 1:15 or 1:30 to 3:00 or 3:15 NO SCHOOL SIGNALS The No -School Signal will be 3 blows 3 times of the fire alarm whistle. I. When blown at 7:15 A. M., it indicates no session of the Sen- ior High School or Junior High School on that day. An- nouncement will also be given by radio, from Station WNAC, between 7 and 7:15 A. M. II. When blown at 8 A. M., it indicates no session in any of the elementary schools on that day. Announcement will also be given by radio, from Station WNAC, at or soon after 8 A. M. III. When blown at 12:30 P. M., on days schools are in session in the morning, it indicates no afternoon session for Grades I - VI inclusive. Announcement will also be given by Radio Station WNAC as near 12:30 as possible. When possible, parents and pupils are requested to secure in- formation from the radio station, or from the local No -School Sig- nal. Those not able to secure information from these sources may call the Senior High School (Telephone Lexington 0342) at 7:20 A. M., and the elementary schools at 8:05 A. M., and 12:30 P. M. Children who are absent at the opening of school should come later during the school session, if weather conditions warrant it. GENERAL POLICY It will be the policy of the School Department to close school only in case of extreme weather conditions; otherwise, to hold regu- lar sessions. PARENTS ARE URGED, THEREFORE, WHEN SCHOOLS ARE OPEN ON _STORMY DAYS, TO EXERCISE THEIR PERSONAL JUDGMENT AS TO THE WISDOM OF SENDING THEIR CHILDREN TO SCHOOL. 598 TOWN OF LEXINGTON ROSTER OF TEACHERS IN LEXINGTON SCHOOLS Name Manfred L. Warren Irving F. Sherwood Walter F. Fogg William G. Grinnell James L. Heggie Kenneth Moyle Chester A. Neilsen George V. Perry Amy Campbell Gretta L. Dyas Anne L. Forsyth Grace P. French Bertha V. Hayward Margaret Jenness Cora D. Leighton Helen I. McIntyre Mabel A. Miller Lillian M. Spidle Lucille Sutton Ruth A. Walcott Helen Small Merrill F. Norlin Philip M. Caughey William H. Curner Arnold W. Lunt Robert N. Perry Gladys M. Anderson Dorothy M. Beck Beatrice T. Cummings Ella L. Felsch Eunice R. Harvey Harriet J. Hodgkins Betty King Annie M. Nickerson Dorothea M. Salman Edna L. Stone Blanche L. Whelpley Florence Rhones SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Subjects Taught Principal Asst. Prin., Science English History, English English Mathematics Commercial Social Studies Science English Science Social Studies Commercial French Latin Social Studies History Commercial English French Clerk Where Years in Educated Lexington Bowdoin College 9 N. H. State College 11 Harvard College 3 Tufts College Boston University 3 Bucknell University 3 Northeastern Univ. 7 Tufts College 7 Burdett College 8 Radcliffe College 6 Smith College 15 Wellesley College 25 University of Maine 18 Earlham College 7 Radcliffe College 18 Boston University 10 Mt. Holyoke College 2 Salem T. C. 6 Mt. Holyoke College 1 Wellesley College 16 3 JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Principal Social Studies Health and Math. Science Mathematics Social Studies French, English English Art Social Studies English English, Music Social Studies Latin, English, Health Mathematics Mathematics Clerk Wesleyan University 10 Bowdoin College 8 U. S. Naval Academy 2 Boston University 8 Middlebury Col. 1 Bridgewater T. C. 12 Radcliffe College 2 Bridgewater T. C. 9 Mass. School of Art 2 Bridgewater T. C. 9 Gloucester Training 16 Bridgewater T. C. 7 Salem T. C. 9 Tufts College 1 Gorham Normal 8 Salem T. C . 21 REPORT OF THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 599 JUNIOR AND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS Name Edward E. Abell Helen F. Libby Arnold E. Nichols A. Irving Dodge Robert A. Proctor Evelyn R. Smith Marion L. Cronan Marg'r't H. Sandberger Part-time. Charles F. Perry Part-time, Ruth E. Morrison B. Marion Brooks Hazel S. Dumas Katherine Hodgdon Etta M. Taylor Barbara M. Brown Helen E. Sullivan Elizabeth Barnes Iria Waris Marjorie D. Moody Helen E. Winning Helen F. Crowley Vera T. Blinkhorn Elsie Philbrick Margaret A. Keefe Bertha S. Vik Reba E. Vail Mary E. Kelley F. Elizabeth Stromdahl Priscilla Comeau Mildred Ferguson Helen F. Blinkhorn Florence C. Pratt Vivian C. Vase Dorothy Nickerson Jennie F. Blodgett Joan Munger Marion E. White Margaret B. Noyes Harriet S. French Marjorie C. Emerson Subjects Taught Physical Education Physical Education Mathematics, Science Manual Arts Manual Arts Librarian Household Arts Music Orchestra, Band ADAMS SCHOOL Principal Grade I I II II III III IV IV V V VI VI Opportunity Class Where Educated Years in Lexington Springfield College 7 Boston University 3 Boston University 1 Mass. State Course 11 Fitchburg T. C. 8 Simmons College — Framingham T. C. 5 American Institute N. E. C. of Music Plymouth Normal 14 Keene Normal 5 Bridgewater T. C. 2 Lowell T. C. 3 Voohree's Normal 23 Framingham T. C. 1 Fitchburg T. C. 8 Boston University 4 Fitchburg T. C. 3 Boston University 1 Bridgewater T. C. 2 North Adams T. C. 2 Lowell T. C. 5 Presque Isle Normal 11 FRANKLIN SCHOOL Principal & Grade VI Grade I II III III IV V V & VI Building Assistant HANCOCK SCHOOL Principal Grade I II III ry V VI Building Assistant Keene Normal 8 Salem T. C. 6 Farmington Normal 5 Framingham T. C. 5 Bridgewater T. C. 2 Bridgewater T. C. 2 North Adams T. C. 6 Lowell T. C. — Bridgewater T. C. — Aroostook State Nor. 6 Framingham T. C. 1 Bridgewater T. C. 42 North Adams T. C. 3 Keene Normal 6 Bridgewater T. C. 19 North Adams T. C. 22 Framingham T. C. — 600 Name Althea M. Earley Alice Luce Marjorie E. Hartt Hazel Jean Wilder Lida B. Kelley Mary L. Zapenas Mary A. Hallaren Mary M. Kinneen Ruth E. Lunn Doris E. Bauer Helen Wellington Elizabeth C. Clifford Elizabeth L. Call Marion M. Marston Alice T. Farrand Martha L. Lane Mary Winchenbaugh Virginia N. Rhoades Flora Rogers Helen F. Spooner Elinore M. Welch TOWN OF LEXINGTON MUNROE SCHOOL Subjects Taught Principal & Grade VI Grade I II III IV V Opportunity Class Opportunity Class Building Assistant PARKER SCHOOL Where Educated Years in Lexington Farmington Normal 2 Farmington Normal 2 Framingham T. C. 7 Salem T. C. 1 Castine Normal 9 Keene Normal 1 Lowell T. C. 7 Emmanuel College 1 Salem T. C. — Principal & Grade VI Salem T. C. Grade I Salem T. C. I Lowell T. C. II Machias Normal III Farmington Normal 1V Worcester T. C. V Gloucester Training Building Assistant Boston University SPECIAL TEACHERS Sewing Physical Education Music Art SCHOOL PHYSICIAN 2 2 6 9 5 16 Framingham T. C. 1 Bouve Bos. Sch. P. E. — Framingham T. C. 10 New School of Design 7 Dr. Doris Kendrick, 177 Bedford Street, Lexington Tel.Lex. 11974 SCHOOL NURSE AND ATTENDANCE OFFICER Elsie G. Weltch, 93 Whitney Road, Medford Tel. Mystic 3290-J SCHOOL DENTIST Dr. E. E. Morrill, 53 Harding Road, Lexington Tel. Lex. 0968 (The Dental Clinic is conducted by the Dental Clinic Committee in co-operation with the School Department) AMERICANIZATION TEACHER Gladys M. Anderson, 1722 Massachusetts Ave., Lexington, Tel: Lex. 0360 W REPORT OF THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 601 CARETAKERS OF BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS Junior and Senior High Schools Arthur J. Rocque, 71 Grant Street, Walter Brenton, Marrett Road, Roland N. Hayes, 823 Mass. Ave., William J. Kenealy, 78 Woburn St., Arthur N. Lee, 59 Ward Street, ADAMS SCHOOL Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Lexington Clesson Schofield, 7 Pleasant Street, Lexington Frank J. Thompson, Part time, 4 Smyth Ave., Lexington FRANKLIN SCHOOL Woodbury M. Philbrook, 49 Grassland St., Lexington HANCOCK SCHOOL Thomas F. Cavanaugh, 149 Grant St., Lexington MUNROE SCHOOL Dennis H. Collins, 4 Cottage St., Lexington PARKER SCHOOL Charles A. Manley, 75 Woburn St., Lexington 602 TOWN OF LEXINGTON REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS To THE SCHOOL COMMITTEE OF LEXINGTON : The Annual Report of the Superintendent of Schools for the year 1936 is, herewith, presented. The problems of public school administration come and go much as they do in other fields of human endeavor. No radical changes have been made during the past year. It has been our aim to work for improvement wherever pos- sible, to provide a high standard of education, to maintain desirable attitudes of sympathy and cooperation among pu- pils and teachers, and to keep the costs of education at a reasonable amount. Late in October the community was greatly shocked and saddened by the sudden death of Miss Helen M. Sullivan for several years a teacher at the Parker School. Miss Sullivan's death came as the result of an accident in which four other teachers of the same school were involved. Aside from Miss Sullivan's death, Miss Doris E. Bauer and Miss Alice T. Farrand received severe shocks, and Miss Eliza- beth L. Call and Miss Marion M. Marston were so severely injured that at the time of writing they are still confined at the Symmes Arlington Hospital. Rarely has anything happened in Lexington which has affected people so generally and so deeply. Miss Sullivan was a person of excellent character, charming personality and was considered one of the ablest teachers in our system. The sympathy of all the communi- ty goes out to her people and to the other four teachers who have suffered so much as a result of the accident. REPORT OF THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 603 604 TOWN OF LEXINGTON ENROLLMENT AND ATTENDANCE The total enrollment in our schools is slightly less than 1935. This decrease is due largely to the dropping of the Burlington pupils from our ninth grade. The number of pupils leaving Lexington has been greater than the number coming from other towns. There has, also, been an in- creased number of pupils leaving school to. enter employ- ment and to attend vocational schools. Our attendance figures for 1936 show an improvement over the previous year. The average percent of attendance for the school year ending June 30, 1936 was 93.5%. TEACHERS There are eleven teachers and building assistants who are new to our schools since January 1, 1936. The question of state certification of teachers is now receiving much con- sideration. It is pertinent to say that the standards we de- mand of new teachers are much higher than that likely to be required in any proposed plan of certification. REPAIRS AND UPKEEP The care and upkeep of our school plant during the past year have received careful study. The most important repairs and improvements are : The retubing of the two boilers at the High School building. The relaying of a large section of the roof at the High School building with copper. The painting of the exterior of the Hancock School. , The painting of the corridor and three class- rooms at the Parker School. The painting of the offices and one classroom at the Senior High School. The laying of a tile floor in a section of the boys' shower room and the painting of the entire shower room at the High School building. The school furniture in several classrooms has been repaired and refinished. Many minor repairs and renewals have been made. SIZE OF CLASSES Studies have been made to determine the efficiency of instruction in large classes as compared with that of small classes. Many different results have accrued from these studies. However, we feel we are educationally sound when we think of class size as a very important factor in individ- ual instruction of pupils. Both pupils and teachers fare much better when classes are small enough to allow time for individual attention. The size of our classes as a whole com- pares favorably with those of most public school systems. While it will be observed that some grades show large en- rollments, additional assistance for these grades is given by building assistants, thus reducing materially the work of the individual teacher in each Large class. It should be re- membered that in towns where the school population is distributed as in Lexington it is impossible to make a more even distribution of grades unless children are continually being shifted from school to school. The following is the size of classes in the different schools: ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Grade Adams Franklin Hancock Munroe Parker I 31 34 43 39 21 I 31 30 II 32 39 28 32 34 II 28 III 32 24 42 41 41 III 33 30 IV 34 35 35 32 40 IV 23 V 29 30 34 24 39 V 27 22 V&VI VI 29 32 38 34 . 37 VI 25 Opp. Adv. 16 Opp. Int. 16 Opp. Pri. 17 The average size of classes is 32+. REPORT OF .THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 606 These enrollments include only pupils in school at this date. They do not represent the entire school population. The average size of classes per teacher does not include building assistants and the teachers of the opportunity classes. Grade VII VIII IX JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Enrollment 204 165 195 No. of Divisions 6 6 7 Average Size 34 28 27 The average size of classes for the entire Junior High School = 29+. SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Sizes of Classes in the Senior High School According to School Subjects English Latin & French Mathematics Science Social Studies Commercial Household Arts & Shop Physical Education 28 22 24 28 31 32 21 38 The average size of classes for the entire Senior High School = 28+. SCHOOL STANDARDS Are the pupils in our public schools being trained ef- fectively? Are the money and effort spent for their sup- port justified? These and many other questions are con- tinually being asked.. Our public schools, like all other forms of society, are not perfect and probably never will be. Therefore, they are open to criticism. Such criticism, if it is of a constructive nature and is based on facts, is wel- comed by the schools. Comparisons are often made of the standards of dif- ferent schools within' a town or with other school systems. Frequently the question is asked as to how Lexington corn - 606 TOWN OF LEXINGTON pares with other school systems. There are not now nor have there ever been any available facts upon which any reliable opinion can be based as to the relative standing of any school system in the State. The State Department of Education has never attempted to determine the scholastic standing of the various cities and towns. Therefore, no figures relating to the efficiency of the different school sys- tems are available. The task of obtaining any reliable data would be very expensive and its results, at best, would not necessarily be conclusive. For success or failure of a school, as well as of an individual, may be a matter of personal opinion and cannot be measured with mathematical pre- cision. Real and valid comparison of the Lexington schools with other school systems has never at any time been pos- sible, except in the matter of per capita costs. The State Department of Education has over a period of years accumulated facts concerning costs and on certain cost items has ranked various towns and cities. The stand- ing of our community in these matters has been discussed at various times. This is the only basis upon which any facts have ever been gathered for comparing the school systems of the various towns and cities of Massachusetts. However, school systems may be partially judged for their efficiency by results in achievement tests, by prepara- tion of pupils for higher education, from per capita value of school plant, from per capita expenditures for textbooks, supplies and teachers' salaries and by the efficiency of its teaching staff. By the use of achievement tests the outcomes in mas- tery of skills, such as Reading, Writing and Arithmetic give reliable information about the progress of pupils and help to provide a basis for comparison. Achivement tests for different school subjects and grades have been given throughout our school system for several years. These tests are used largely as a means of securing information for remedial instruction and for comparison in class pro- gress. Recent tests of the elementary grades in Reading, Arithmetic, Language and Spelling show that our results average several months better than the standards. Similar tests given in the high schools show that, while pupils rank higher in some subjects than others, our results compare REPORT OF THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 607 favorably with the standards given. There are some pupils who fall below the standard and there are correspondingly a consistent number who range far above the standard. Statistics over a period of years show that up to fifty percent of our graduates continue their education after com- pleting high school. We have pupils attending approxi- mately twenty-five different colleges. Reports from these schools show that our graduates are doing commendable work. During the past year pupils entering college have been excused from certain freshmen subjects because of ex- cellent work in their entrance examinations. We have sev- eral pupils on the Dean's List at Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Others have been honored with scholarships elsewhere. The efficiency of a school system can be somewhat judged by the plant in which it does its work. In general we are well equipped with school buildings, equipment and school grounds. An important need is additional play- ground space at the High School building. The amount spent each year for textbooks and supplies is sufficient to provide the necessary classroom tools for ef- ficient teaching. Our basic textbooks in use throughout the schools are modern. Additional reference materials are purchased each year. Our salary schedules are lower than those of most towns comparable with Lexington. While a restoration of salary has been made in most communities, our teachers who have been in Lexington some years are still working under a 71/2% salary reduction. Over a period of years this lowered salary scale cannot but affect the efficiency and standards of the schools. An important measure of a school system is the per- sonality, character and ability of its teaching staff. In these respects we believe our teachers rank well in comparison with the best in the State. To be sure there are no accurate measurements for character and personality. As for abil- ity, our teachers have all been well trained for the service they are giving. They are alive to progressive ideas in edu- cation and are anxious to render good service. Never have our teachers shown more desire for self improvement 608 TOWN OF. LEXINGTON through study and travel than at present. During the past year at least 75% of the staff have engaged in professional study; spending freely of their time andincome inthis way. I feel convinced that our teachers, as a whole, have never felt more seriously than now their responsibilities for the right development of the students and are sincerely desirous to give their best to this end. The above mentioned items are largely objective in nature and to a limited degree can be approximately deter- mined. The real test of any organization whether it is a home, a school or a church is the quality of its product. So in our case the real test is the quality of the child which our schools produce. Unfortunately this second type of out- come is largely intangible. It consists of such qualities as cooperation, courtesy, neatness, effort, self control, prompt- ness, respect for property, emotional stability and proper health habits. No reliable means of measuring such traits is available. Yet their development does have an important place in our school system. Visitors at our different schools often comment favorably on the attitude shown by our pu- pils. From the above facts we feel justified in believing that our schools are doing commendable work ; that they are re- turning full value for the investment made in them and that they deserve the confidence of the community. CHANGES IN SCHOOL CURRICULUM Social Studies Through the efforts of the elementary principals and the teachers of the first three grades, a revised and more complete outline in the Social Studies for Grades I, II and III has been prepared. This revised course gives pupils a wider and richer background of information and experi- ence which is helpful in preparing him for study of these subjects in the advanced grades. • The bewildering march of events of the past few years has brought forcibly to us the fact that we have many prob- lems upon which depend our future happiness and security. One of the chief responsibilities of the public schools is to prepare young people to meet these issues intelligently. A sound program of social subjects seems to offer one of the REPORT OF THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 609 best possibilities of meeting this problem. That there is a wide recognition of such a problem is shown by the in- creased interest and enrollment in the social subjects in practically all secondary schools. To provide more information regarding the general needs and scope of this work a professional course in this subject is being given by the Harvard -Boston University Extension Department in Lexington. Fifty-two of our teachers are enrolled. "The purpose of this course is that of finding just what changes specifically we should consider with respect to the aims, methods and content of instruc- tion in the public schools to the end that these schools may handle more effectively their most significant and most dif- ficult task—the making of better American citizens." It is hoped that the following year a similar course discussing in detail the requirements of all the grades can be offered for those teachers more directly interested in the field of social studies. Arithmetic There has been a country wide demand for a simpli- fied course in Arithmetic. The present course has dropped much of the relatively useless material in Arithmetic and in its place has given emphasis to the mastery of the simple fundamentals. There is, also, an almost universal opinion that many phases of this subject have been introduced so early in the grades that it is too difficult for the mental ma- turity of the children. If the more difficult subject matter is postponed until pupils are older, it can be mastered more easily and with better comprehension. We have accepted this principle by replacing the formal work in the first grade with a type of work dealing with everyday experiences. The child gradually becomes aware of his need for number knowledge and at the same time is securing a background for the more formal type of work in the following grades. Many school systems are now requiring no formal drill work in Arithmetic in the primary grades. We are revising our course of study in Arithmetic in keeping with this idea by delaying until a higher grade some of the work now required at an earlier stage, i. e., some of the more difficult number combinations in the third grade 610 TOWN OF LEEXINGTON will be placed in the fourth grade; long division now in the fourth grade will be taught in the fifth grade, etc. Experience, where this plan has been in use, has shown that with greater maturity pupils can master the subject matter more easily and happily, and part of the time now given to routine drill can be used to enrich the course, to meet more fully the individual needs of the pupil and to pro- vide more remedial instruction. Spelling The new series of Spelling books introduced last year has now been in use a sufficient time to show evidence of im- provement over the old ones. Each teacher keeps a class chart on which individual scores are recorded and definite information for each child's standing is available. More op- portunity is, therefore, given for individual check-up with the result that our class averages show improvement. Spelling lists covering the necessary words used in special school subjects are being worked out. These lists will be used in conjunction with the regular course in each grade. Standard tests for checking the efficiency of instruc- tion in Spelling were given during the past spring. The average of the results obtained in Lexington were higher than the combined averages of all the schools where these tests had been given. Music The Music books now being used in our elementary schools have been in use for several years. With the opening of school last September a revised series of Music books was placed in a few rooms. It is planned to replace the re- mainder of our old books, as fast as they are unfit for use, with these newer ones. A decided improvement in the plan of the new textbook is the attempt to correlate Music with other school subjects. While the chief aim of the course is to develop a liking for singing and an appreciation of Music, it, also, correlates the work with Art, Poetry, Health, Char- acter Training and the Social Studies. REPORT OF THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 611 Visual Education The value of visual materials has long been recognized by educators. Long ago the Chinese said, "One Picture is Worth Ten Thousand Words." Today we believe that there is a large increase of interest when films are shown as sup- plementary material. Recent studies show an increase vary- ing from twenty to forty percent in the amount learned in certain school subjects where films are shown. Our schools are well equipped with visual aids of dif- ferent kinds. Much of his material has been secured through the generosity of the Parent-Teacher Associations. There are now available in all the schools one or more of the following machines : 16 mm. movie projector, slide pro- jectors, film slide projectors, stereoscopes and opaque pro- jectors. With this equipment excellent programs are arranged weekly from commercial film companies at a very low cost. Many agencies realizing the value of visual education have put out teaching films on Health, Safety, the Social Studies, Literature, Art and in fact all subjects. By means of visual education new life and interest is given to the classes. At the same time by means of pic- tures, the classes are more than interested and amused. They are educated. Does our course of study show balance? This is a ques- tion that always confronts any school administration. Fre- quently schools stress certain subjects to the end that other subjects are neglected. There must be a certain definiteness in our program yet, also, an opportunity for variety and free choice. We are continually asking ourselves such ques- tions as ; Are we stressing too much the gaining of mere information and skills to the neglect of such subjects as Health, the development of desirable habits and interests? Is our work in such subjects as English and Reading pro- ducing the desired results? Are many of our courses load- ed with material which is beyond the background and ex- perience of the pupils? Are we making provisions to reach the need of the individual pupil to see that he progresses to his maximum ability? These questions may never be satisfactorily answered from the viewpoint of the educator 612 TOWN OF LEXINGTON or the public, but wherever they are constantly in mind there is small chance that the course of study will become imprat tical or over -balanced. Different Needs and Interests of Pupils The development of the child as it affects his whole per- sonality must take into consideration the following points of view. (1.) Chronological age, represented by the span of life in years, months and days. (2.) Physical age de- noting physical growth and physical maturity. (3.) Mental age representing mental traits, interests and abilities. (4.) Social age shown by growth of social attitudes, ability to make and control social adjustments. Of the four ages mentioned above, only the chronologi- cal age is always definitely known. It represents merely the span of time during which the individual has lived. The other ages suggest stages of development through which the child passes. He is growing physically, mentally and socially as he reacts to his environment and is acquiring certain skills, habits and attitudes. The vast majority of adults think almost wholly of the child's progress in school from the point of chronological age and physical development. We all know that any group of children or adults, taken at random, show extreme dif- ferences in height, weight and other physical characteris- tics. We, also, know that such groups likewise vary in men- tal capacities and social interests. Marked differences of capacity are found in each grade in school ; the same child, also, is able to do better work in some subjects than in oth- ers. If the child's best interests are to be served, parents and schools must fully realize the importance of considering all the above ages of the child. With a school population consisting of all types of in- terests and abilities, the question very naturally arises as to what should be done at each school age level to meet the existing needs. This is no easy task. The ideal should be to teach so that each child should do work that may be ex- pected of him. If he has mental maturity of nine years, he should do the work that a normal child of nine years of age can do. REPORT OF THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 613 The school requirements of the past have been too largely based on ability to perform abstract academic work. While we should continue our efforts to provide the best education possible for pupils interested primarily in the academic subjects, we should, also, provide a type of edu- cation adapted to the hand -minded and slow -minded pupil. There is today definite agreement that a small number of pupils in any school population cannot profit by the or- ganization and curriculum of the average public school. For them special provision must be made if the schools are to provide for their fullest development. These children re- quire a special program of mental and social education. The importance of this type of training is shown by the fact that many state legislatures have made special provisions for carrying on this special program of education. Classes are maintained in our schools to meet these requirements. There is, also, a relatively large group of children in any school who are slower in their mastery of skills or in their progress of completing the general assignments normally required each year in the regular grades. What is the obligation of the public school in this respect? The two best accepted methods of solution are (1.) Lessening the re- quirements of each year's work so that extra time may be given for completing the required essentials. (2.) Grant- ing promotions to high school on a Iower standard of ac- complishment. The Lexington schools are attempting, with the means available, to meet the needs of these pupils. Modified assignments, that are shorter and more simplified, are pro- vided for certain groups. This allows the pupil to progress at a rate nearer his own capacity. Thereby, his interest is more likely to be upheld and his confidence maintained. Special efforts are being made in several ways to provide individual help for pupils needing such assistance. Teach- ers spend much time outside of regular school hours for this work. Undoubtedly the building assistants employed in several of the elementary schools are very valuable in this work. They give special instruction to pupils who for various reasons need such help, thus enabling them to ad- vance regularly each year. 614 TOWN OF LEXINGTON We have a high percentage of teachers who increasing- ly recognize the importance of viewing their class as in- dividuals. Undoubtedly a very important problem is that of finding methods of breaking down mass instruction and better providing for the abilities and interests of the in- dividual. The schools are not unmindful of the responsi- bility of education for the welfare of society, but in the final analysis society, whatever its type or size, is made up of individuals. This naturally leads to the best practice to follow re- garding promotions and retardation. There is seldom just one best way to do a thing ; probably there is no one best solution for each of our school problems. It is more likely that there may be several good formulae, each having its special advantage as applied to certain communities. Sure- ly there are things that can be done to improve our past practices, and earnest efforts are being made to find what changes can be made. Many theories in needed changes in education are continually being advanced. Unfortunately many of these suggestions are based only on half facts with the result that often confusion and false ideas are the out- come. There are, however, several misleading plans or rem- edies being suggested that should be carefully considered before being accepted. No child should be placed in work that will strain his capacities. Yet at the same time the school must provide an enriched course of study for those equal to it. The school should teach success not failure, and that cannot be done by placing the child where he will have to compete with work for which he is not ready either in mental endowment or in previous experiences and learning. The pupil who enters an advanced grade without the necessary background of skills, facts and ideas may find his future definitely crippled. The greatest amount of retardation is in the first grade. This is due largely to the fact that entrance to school is determined in most instances by chronological age. A most important factor is the minimum age allowed for entering school. It is clear that a child attending a school system where the minimum entrance age is six years, has a much greater chance of succeeding than the child in a school sys- tem that allows children to enter at a much lower age, pro- REPORT OF THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 616 vided similar standards are maintained in both instances. It is, also, evident that school systems maintaining kinder- gartens give children a very helpful preparation for the reg- ular school work. No intelligent comparison between two schools can be made without a knowledge of their policies. It was re- cently observed that a school system claiming to advance pupils according to their accomplishments has a percent of retardation larger than Lexington. Another school sys- tem which for some years has gone on record as promoting practically all pupils has reversed its policy somewhat in order to have their pupils better prepared for doing ad- vanced work. It has been the policy in Lexington to recommend that a pupil repeat his grade only after a careful consideration of all facts and after all efforts have failed for helping him to advance to the next grade. While there are no state wide figures for comparisons with other communities in re- tardation, data available from town reports show that Lex- ington compares favorably with other towns in this respect. In a satisfactory solution of all school problems there must be the fullest cooperation between parents and teach- ers. The teacher, as a human being, is many times in er- ror. School reports are only the teachers' judgment con- cerning the pupil's progress and growth in school. Too often the report card is the only link between the home and school. If the home does not know what the school is at- tempting to accomplish, or if the school does not know what the home is doing, it is difficult for the two to work to- gether in the interest of the child. CONCLUSION In closing this report I am deeply grateful for the hearty cooperation of your Committee and of the employees of the School Department. Much of the work in any organization is accomplished in such a manner that it does not attract undue attention. It is often the things of least importance that receive the most publicity. There is nothing showy about earnest work, faithfully continued day after day. 616 TOWN OF LEXINGTON No one can be constantly in touch with the work of our teachers without a feeling of admiration for their in- dustry and sincerity of purpose; and there is a very general spirit of interest and good will among the student body of our schools. These factors are essential to a successful school system and they are present to a. high degree in Lexington. Respectfully submitted, THOMAS S. GRINDLE. January 12, 1937. LEXINGTON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (From the Report of Manfred L. Warren, Principal) How much allowance should be made for differences between pupils? This is one of the problems for teachers to solve. We all realize from observation that people are different, but not always do we realize to what extent they differ. Perhaps it is more apparent in school than outside of school. No Two Are Alike Let us list some of the differences between pupils in the present Sophomore class: Age—from 13 years 9 months to 19 years 4 months. Height—from 4 feet, 4 inches to 6 feet, 11/2 inches. Weight—from 60 pounds to 184 pounds. Physical condition—Physical Fitness Index, from 59 to 199. (100-110 is considered normal.) Mental ability—Intelligence Quotient, from 75 to 152. (90-110 is considered normal.) Ability to read—from the reading ability of sixth grade pupils to the ability of capable college seniors. These are records of differences which we actually have, and they reveal how wide a variation exists. They do not include all the ways in which pupils vary, however. They REPORT OF THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 617 include physical differences and differences in abstract in- telligence. There are also varieties of mechanical intelli- gence and of social attitudes about which we know very little, except that no two pupils are alike in these respects, and that they are very important factors in determining the ways in which pupils do their school work and the kinds of citizens they will make. What Is Being Done About It It would be ideal if we could truthfully say that pro- visions are made for all the varieties of personalities and intelligence found among the students. That is an ideal which it is impossible to attain. Yet one can "hitch his wagon to a star", and that is what is done. In the first place, each teacher knows that no two are alike and tries to understand the many sides of each child. Then, when- ever it is possible, the work is adapted to that child. The studies offered are arranged in such a way that a pupil may choose those in which he is most interested with the guiding principle that he must take certain amounts of such fundamental studies as English, Social Studies and Science. When the classes are made up, pupils are put into class groups with similar interests and abilities. In some classes in Science and English it is possible to separate the boys from the girls in order that each may follow dif- ferent interests. The amount and kind of literature read by a pupil depends upon his ability to read as shown by the reading test. These are some of the ways in which we try to allow for the differences between pupils. Allowances are also made in other ways. It is no se- cret that the standard of work required of a pupil who ex- pects to go to a higher institution is much more rigid than that required of one who has less natural ability in academic subjects. When the former do not do creditable work in pro- portion to their ability, they receive low marks, and when those with less abstract intelligence do the best they can, they receive credit toward a diploma. In these ways we allow for varieties of abstract in- telligence. We are also trying to recognize differences in social attitudes and to emphasize the value of developing worthy personalities and characters. Last year a report to 618 TOWN OF LEXINGTON parents attempted to evaluate these characteristics. It in- cluded estimates of achievement based on standards in each subject, achievement according to ability, in each subject, co- operation, individual effort, and citizenship, with a chance to check desirable character traits. We recognize that it is impossible to measure these characteristics and that our es- timates were merely personal opinions, but the report served to call attention to the importance of this side of the pupils' development. In order to be able to recommend graduates to future employers we keep records of personality ratings which con- sist of several teachers' estimates of each pupil's intellec- tual ability, initiative, leadership, responsibility, coopera- tion, integrity, self-control, appearance, health, personality and social attitude. This list does not include all the quali- ties of personality about which information is sometimes re- quested, but it includes those most frequently referred to. Pupils know that this is a part of their school record, and we try to make them realize that it is a very important part. In these ways we are trying to develop desirable social attitudes. Guidance Of course guidance plays an important part in adjust- ing the school and the pupil to one another. Guidance has many sides : choosing what school subjects to take ; helping to get straightened out when scholastic, or social, or other problems arise ; selecting a college, or deciding what type of work to prepare for, are matters which call for guidance. What plans do we have to take care of this problem? We do not have a special guidance director, either full time or part time, but each teacher does whatever he is able to do when- ever the need arises. When school subjects are being cho- sen for the following year, the possible choices are explained and each homeroom teacher sees that his pupils consult those who teach the various subjects for advice regarding them. It is natural for pupils to seek the advice of teachers and of adults outside of school regarding colleges, or future occupa- tions, or when personal problems arise. The school office assumes most of the responsibility for following up those who have trouble in their classes, together with the teach- ers, of course, and making available information regarding REPORT OF THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 619 college entrance requirements and scholarships. And, fi- nally, representatives of colleges or schools speak in as- semblies, or consult those interested. We do not have an elab- orate system of guidance, but we do a great deal of guiding all through the year. LEXINGTON Ji7NIOR HIGH SCHOOL (From the Report of Merrill F. Norlin, Principal) The work of the Junior High School for the past year may be included under the following three general headings. I. Continuing Subject Mastery a. Coordination of subject matter with the elemen- tary schools. This is perhaps the most apparent adjustment that should be made in order that the educational process may be a continuous one. A rather detailed report was given last year showing how the work in each subject in the Junior High School was closely linked to the studies pursued in the lower grades. This has been accomplished by a review of the courses of study through Grades I to XII, and by conferences between teachers in the different schools having the same or similar subjects. II. Educating for Citizenship a. Pupil participation in citizenship. The Junior High School curriculum has fallen short of its mark in meeting current requirements if it stops at mere subject mastery. It has long been rec- ognized that good citizenship is the real objective of all educational undertakings. Since this is not a sub- ject that can be taught, and experience has proved that an abstract treatment of it, whereby we expect a car- ry-over from other subjects, is inadequate, we have learned that the best way to teach citizenship is to practice it. We must provide, then, natural worth- while situations where individual and group citizenship can be developed. In recognition of this, a home room organization has been developed. Each home room group elects of- ficers at the beginning of the year and conducts, when - 620 TOWN OF LEXINGTON ever necessary, home room meetings which are con- cerned with the affairs of the home room or the school as a whole. Parliamentary procedure is followed at all meetings. To allow for greater pupil participation in the con- trol of school activities, and to encourage the coopera- tion of the student body with school administration. the student council has been organized which is made up of the home room presidents, the school president, vice president and secretary with a faculty advisor. This group initiates or suggests activities and changes, organizes committees, refers plans to home rooms for consideration, and receives suggestions from the home rooms for general discussion in the council meeting. This provides a democratic, representative body, func- tioning in a worthwhile activity, practicing and pro- moting citizenship. The assembly programs which are held once a week at a scheduled time have the same in view. The pro- grams which are varied in character, and planned in ad- vance, provide for pupil participation and give train- ing in audience behavior. These assemblies are opened and closed usually by the school president. There is a pupil committee in charge of preparations in the auditorium and the traffic squad handles the filing. The assembly is invaluable for developing cooperation, school unity, tolerance and right social attitudes. School parties have become student activities almost entirely. These have originated in the student council and are organized by pupil committees. These parties give excellent training in social responsibilities because they provide a practical life situation, and this training carries on long after school life. b. Character Training. The building of right attitudes and standards which are the basis of right conduct and citizenship, requires a training as definite and concrete as for the development of any skill. It is true that many of the regular subjects of the curriculum contribute toward this end, but this assumption is not sufficient to war- REPORT OF THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 621 rant the relegating of this important function to such an abstract treatment. With this in mind provision has been made in the regular curriculum for the de- velopment of codes of conduct through home room dis- cussions on such topics as; honesty, good sportsman- ship, responsibility, qualifications for leadership, and courtesy. The aim is to develop group acceptance of desirable standards rather than to enforce imposed codes of behavior. Extra curricula activities aid in the development of character training and their number has been in- creased with this fact in mind. In addition to group work, individual counseling is practiced as much as possible in the building up of improved attitudes. The program of sports has been expanded to allow every pupil to participate. In organized play lies one of the best opportunities for the development of desir- able character traits, namely sportsmanship, fair play, team work, responsibility, loyalty and cooperation. III. Guiding the Whole Child a. Inclusive nature of guidance. The term guidance is as broad as education itself, but it places a new emphasis on education. It aims at a more complete recognition of the needs of the pupil as an individual and as a member of a group. It seeks to develop the child's intellect, his body, his character, his special interests, talents, or capabilities; it recog- nizes individual differences and problems in regard to health, personality and achievement; it aids him in making adjustments, socia], vocational and educational. A school organization which can handle all of these necessary functions is ideal. A school which recognizes them and attempts to meet them is progressive. b. Organization for Guidance. Since many of the facilities for a complete guid- ance program are lacking, it has been found necessary, in our Junior High School, to turn over most of the responsibility for this work to the home room teacher. Her work is of two types, group guidance and individu- 622 TOWN OF LEXINGTON al counseling. Two half hour periods a week are reserved for this, and the activities consist of home room discussions (referred to under Character Train- ing), discussions that are concerned with the affairs of the school in general, or pertain to the home room as a unit, and the promotion of worthwhile school activities, all of which lead to the building up of school standards and morale. The teacher devotes part of this time, as well as time after school to personal conferences on individual problems such as; school grades, causes of failure, absence and tardiness record, school electives, personal health, proposed withdrawal from school, or maladjustment to school situations. In addition to the work centered in the home room, all our curricula and extra curricula activities, our pupil -participation activities including student council, traffic squad, auditorium and lunch room officers, our school paper, clubs, assemblies, banking organization and special committees, all function with a definite pur- pose in mind, namely to round out this more complete interpretation of education. The guidance program has developed into a cooperating activity. The principal and guidance teacher provide the centralizing and organizing ele- ments necessary for the execution of any plan involving such a large group, and the home room teachers carry on the group guidance activities and conduct the individual conferences with pupils in their home rooms. The latter function is handled in special cases by the principal and the guidance teacher. Parents are called into consultation whenever necessary. There are cer- tain phases of this program which are permanent, but for the most part, it grows of itself in response to needs. It can never be a fixed, completed project. The plans originate sometimes in the student council meet- ings, sometimes in the home room meetings, again, at teachers' meetings, or they suggest themselves through common problems which arise from everyday school activities. They are not considered as beginning nor ending in school. Many of them carry over into life situations, and anything which is done in school to REPORT OF THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 623 meet such problems, results not only in improved school morale, but, what is more important, in a higher type of community citizenship. PHYSICAL FITNESS IN THE LEXINGTON JUNIOR AND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (Extracts from the Report of the Physical Education Teachers) We are realizing more and more the value of health in relation to achievement and happiness. However, there has been a lack of accurate tests to measure a child's health, and such tests are necessary for a definite, purposeful, scientific program in physical education. For many years health has been a most difficult thing to define and measure. At last, however, Dr. Rogers of Boston University has grouped together a battery of tests which measure health in terms of strength, i.e. physical vigor and accomplishment. It takes strength to sit, to stand, to walk, to go through our daily tasks. Some have plenty of vigor left at the end of the day ; others are tired before the day is over. We should not prescribe the same program of study and work to everyone. Since individuals differ so much in age, weight and heights, it is natural that in general a large boy or girl is stronger than the small, but when each is considered in re- lation to his age and weight, the smaller is often relatively stronger than the larger. Accordingly, Dr. Rogers has worked out norms so that each individual can find his physical fitness index (P.F.I.) according to his weight, age and sex. Early in November, 1936 strength tests were given to about 600 boys and girls in the 9th, 10th and 11th grades. The results of this first test showed that the middle score in our school was one of the highest for any similar group ever tested for the first time. This indicates that such agencies as the home, the school, the playground, camps, scouts, and other related factors have all made worthwhile contributions to the health of our children. However, these good standards for the group should not blind us to con- sideration of individual needs, for there was a range of P. F. I. from 53 to 192 in the case of boys, and from 51 to 210 in the case of girls. These great differences in physical 624 TOWN OF LEXINGTON fitness show how little we have done to plan each individu- al's activity according to his individual strength and to help him build up his body through proper diet, rest and exercise. Furthermore, the median P. F. I. in this school drops in each of these grades as it does in practically every com- munity where pupils have been tested, and nothing has been done to correct this condition. Increased school and home working loads, lack of proper rest and sleep, lack of proper health instruction, increased social activities, and many other factors have contributed to the general lowering of health as a pupil progresses through Senior High School. This is a problem which we must recognize and try to correct; it calls for the cooperation of the school authorities, the parents and the family physicians. A start has been made in the school. This year each pupil is receiving health instruction under the physical directors, following a course planned for their three years in Senior High School. In connection with this and with the test for physical fitness, the physical directors have explained in detail the meaning of strength and P. F. I. in relation to health, and each pupil has written his health history by answering questions concerning diet, exercise, rest and other factors related to his health. With a P. F. I. card and a health history as a guide, pupils' interests in health improvement have been aroused through individual and group conferences. This has afforded an opportunity in health guidance whereby the physical directors have been able to encourage some to build their strength through more exercise, others to take more rest, and still others to see physicians for medical treatment. The opportunity for such guidance has been revealed and its value is apparent. To do it as it needs to be done, however, demands a great deal more time than is now available. HEALTH DEPARTMENT It is with deep regret that record is made of the death of Dr. William L. Barnes. Dr. Barnes was School Physician from January, 1922, to the time of his death last September. He worked faithfully and efficiently in the schools for many years. His efforts were helpful in developing our present standards of health work. REPORT OF THE, SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 625 SCHOOL PHYSICIAN (From the Report of Doris Kendrick, M. D.) The annual physical exSminations were made in the fall on the children in the elementary schools with the follow- ing results. Number of physical examinations Defects and corrections: Poor nutrition ....._.. .. ...__........� Defective skin ...,,,,..._.......__...._.._........_ _.m.. __.. " glands __........_ . heart.. ..., ..._ .... _.._.__....�.._ �..., tonsils ..W teeth .._._..__ .. _ � ._._ Tonsils corrected since 1935 Teeth corrected since 1935 _...._.._........._..._..,...m._..._... _ fi 1,928 17 17 187 46 204 481 sn 298 Also in the fall, the bi-annual inspection of sanitary con- ditions in the schools (excepting the boys' section of the Sen- ior and Junior High Schools) was made and conditions found to be satisfactory. Last April the inoculations against diphtheria were giv- en to the pupils of Grade I in all the schools and to all pre- school children whose parents desired it. In all, 96 chil- dren were given 3 inoculations of toxoid and 6 children less than 3 doses. Because of the occurrence of a case of diph- theria in Lexington this fall, it was thought wise to do the immunizing as soon as possible. To date 80 children have received three inoculations. It was very gratifying to find that a large number of the first grade pupils had been immunized before entering school. At this time I should like to emphasize the importance of parents' co-operating with the health authorities by keep- ing children who are not in good health at home. This ap- plies especially to children with colds and sore throats as these contribute the mild cases of contagious disease that are not diagnosed. It is only by doing this that epidemics of contagion can be avoided. SCHOOL NURSE (From the Report of Elsie G. Weitch, R. N.) Health teaching and training is one of the important aims of the public schools today. It is started in the first grade and carried through high school in various ways. 626 TOWN OF LEXINGTON The past year has been a very busy one, carrying on the regular work and making many individual inspections for the control of contagious disease. The physical examinations of all pupils are started early in September. Notices of defects are given to each pupil for his parent and a follow-up visit is made by the Nurse. In this way many defects are corrected during the year. The result of these corrections is shown in the examination of the High School pupil where few defects are found. The eye tests are given by the classroom teacher and where defects are found a re -test is given by the nurse. Two eye clinics have been held at the Adams School this year. One in April when sixteen children attended and in December with twenty-two children attending. All but five were corrected with glasses. The audiometer tests have been given for ear defects in all schools during the past two years. ¥any cases of slight defects are found where it is possible for treatment to be given before more serious trouble starts. As a result of these tests, we have one pupil attending a lip reading class in Waltham. One of our most important clinics held in the schools each year is the tuberculosis clinic carried on by the Mid- dlesex County Hospital. All pupils in the seventh, ninth and eleventh grades may attend. A simply skin test for tuberculosis is given. If the pupil re -acts, an x-ray is taken of the chest, followed by an examination with the parent present. If there is evidence of disease, a report is sent to the family physician. It has been found that during the adolescence period tuberculosis shows its highest incidence and the adult type is more often found. There were 338 pupils given the test and 64 re -acted and were x-rayed. In teaching hygiene of the teeth we try to have each child receive a dental certificate before the close of school in June. By this the child forms the habit of visiting a den- tist at least once a year. From the five elementary schools, 1017 certificates were received. For children unable to go to a private dentist appointments are made at the Dental Clinic by the Nurse. The Clinic has been very busy this year. REPORT OF THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 627 The Doctors and Nurse have had extra work this past year on account of scarlet fever. When a case develops in a school, daily inspection of all pupils is given by the Doctor and the Nurse. The desks are washed with disinfectant and alI books burned. A child with a slight sore throat should be kept home until one is sure nothing more develops. From our State reports we find we have not had as high a percent of scarlet fever as some of our neighboring towns. The regular routine work of the Nurse has continued to be that of home visits, inspecting children for symptoms of contagion and cleanliness, sanitation of classrooms, assist- ing the school physicians, giving the audiometer tests and re -testing eyes, arranging and taking charge of all clinics, talks in classrooms and to groups of teachers. There were 649 home visits made during the year. Free milk and clothing have been given to many of our under -privileged children. It is only with the help and co-operation of the vari- ous organizations of the town that we are able to carry on our corrective work. To them I am very grateful. TEACHERS' RESIGNATIONS, TRANSFERS AND APPOINTMENTS --- 1936 Resignations Name School John A. Ricker, Jr. .. __ _ _.. .Senior High School Dorcas S. Nason _._.... _._. .Senior and Junior High Schools Wendell Withington, Part-time ...._.Senior and Junior High Schools Evelyn B. Peavey _...._._...—......._Penmanship Clara A. Anderson ..... _..._ _Adams School Olga Anderson _..__._..._..._.._..______Adams School Margaret L. Lyman __....._.................»..Adams School Jean Butters_..._...._....»»..........»....»...._.._....Franklin School Alice L. Lindstrom ___.._._....._...........Franklin School Edith A. Blackadar —_—__Hancock School Caroline Feindel Hancock School Helen M. Sullivan, deceased ---------Parker School Transfers Elizabeth Barnes from Remedial Reading Class, Adams School Grade 'IV, Adams School. to 628 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Vera T. Blinkhorn from Grades V and VI, Parker School to Grade VI, Adams School. Hazel S. Dumas from Building Assistant, Parker School to Grade I, Adams School. Helen Wellington from Building Assistant, Munroe School to Grade I, Parker School. New Teachers Name School William G. Grinnell ..._.____..........„„..Senior High School Charles F. Perry, Part-time _.._..— Senior and Junior High Schools Margaret H. Sandberger, Part-time Senior and Junior High Schools Evelyn R. Smith -_________Senior and Junior High Schools Flora Rogers _..._„.....»..........._..._...._.__Physical Education Helen F. Blinkhorn Franklin School Elizabeth C. Clifford ._._..__....._.„Parker School Florence C. Pratt, Build. Assist.__.Franklin School Marjorie C. Emerson, Build. Assist.._Hancock School Ruth E. Lunn, Build. Assist. _..__.Munroe School Mary Winchenbaugh, Build.Assist....Parker School PRIZES — 1936 Senior High School Robert P. Clapp Oral Essay Prize_„„......m.....»......Joseph F. Vaughan Robert P. Clapp Written Essay Prize _..._ Priscilla A. Grindle George 0. Smith. Essay Prizes.»»...»._».»._..1. Priscilla A. Grindle 2. Arthur B. Field, Jr. Hallie C. Blake Prizes ... ....,....»......_... _...._. .._....L. Roy Hutt Dorothy Lois Cumming Washington and Franklin Medal . .Francis A. Rocque American Legion Medals ... _........- ._....... ...... L. Roy Hutt Gladys Mary Jones Elsa W. Regestein Awards ............_...,.....__._....Francis A. Rocque Priscilla A. Grindle Elsa Cecelia Dahlstrom Carl August Sorensen The Lexington Field & Garden Club Prize_....Thayer Rudd The Lexington Field & Garden Club Poster Contest...»............._.....__...._._.._............_.....,.... ....Leonard L. Pimentel Ann A. Semonian Nancy B. Hopkins Massachusetts Branch of the League of Nations Association ..... .......... .....__.._........_Priscilla A. Grindle REPORT OF THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 629 Charles Edward French Scholarship Medals Senior High School ...»_.. _......_ .._._...._ _...1. 2. 3. Junior High School ..._........_._..... -..W_......._.._1 2. 3. AdamsSchool........._..._..._.._..........r_..........._....1. 2. 3. Franklin School — Hancock School ...� Munroe School Parker School ........._..., Priscilla A. Grindle Francis A. Rocque A. June Sumner Robert Nelson Jean Ferguson Norman Hayes Alice E. Graves Margaret L. West Helen F. Sargent 1. Jean Smith 2. Clarence McElman 3. Robert Cogswell _..._1. Katrine F. Sorensen 2. Barbara Gilson 3. Richard K. Adams ^1. Marion D. Smith 2. Helen M. Dean 3. James A. Peirce, Jr. _.1. Lillian G. Cuccinello 2. Jean B. Griesheimer 3. James Silva Putnam Prize Hancock School .__...._,,...._...._....__ _.._...._.__..._Katrine F. Sorensen SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL ENROLLMENT BY COURSES • October, 1936 Sophomore Junior ..._..._..... Senior ..— Post -Graduate College Business Practical Arts Boys Girls Total Boys Girls Total Boys Girls 'Total Total 44 49 93 35 81 116 24 7 31 240 51 36 87 36 55 91 26 25 51 229 38 41 79 41 39 80 18 16 34 193 6 _ 6 5 5 11 Total...._.. 139 126 265 112 180 292 68 48 116 673 630 TOWN OF LEXINGTON DISTRIBUTION OF SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL PUPILS BY SUBJECTS Subject ZU English 24 Languages French Latin Social Studies World History American History Survey of Modern History _ Survey of Early History American Problems Economic Geography Law (one-half year) .._ ..... . __r Mathematics Practical Math ('/s year) ---- Plane Geometry ..._ ._........------ Algebra I .... Algebra II Solid Geometry & Trigonometry ...... Sciences General Chemistry (1 year)..---- 1 General Chemistry (1 year). _... 1 Practical Physics (1 year) 1 Practical Physics (1/2 year)_ _ .. 1 College Physics, Laboratory _ 1 College Chemistry, Laboratory — 3 Biology Commercial Subjects Bookkeeping Stenography . _. Typewriting Clerical Training .......--.Business Principles Non -Academic Subjects Number of Pupils Ib M 1 N 240 228 192 6 666 10 94 86 56 3 239 5 41 31 19 0 91 4 73 78 1 0 152 8 0 89 157 1 247 1 0 14 1 0 15 1 13 0 0 0 13 3 0 0 91 5 96 4 112 0 0 0 112 1 0 0 39 1 40 1 0 0 32 1 33 3 65 4 1 2 72 1 13 4 1 0 18 3 0 59 9 4 72 1 0 0 12 2 14 0 26 0 0 26 0 28 0 0 28 0 0 25 0 26 0 22 0 0 22 0 0 23 1 24 0 53 19 3 75 fi 187 0 9 0 196 1 0 0 27 2 29 3 0 50 32 2 84 6 151 59 48 5 263 3 0 107 4 1 112 4 119 0 0 0 119 Clothing 2 Home Management .....__......._......__,,._...._ 2 8 19 12 0 39 8 21 10 0 39 8 20 12 0 40 REPORT OF THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 631 Manual Training and Mechanical Drawing...W..�......... _..� . Freehand Drawing Chorus Orchestra Band Gym Health Totals 4 26 36 22 0 84 1 7 12 11 0 30 3 89 89 80 0 258 1 3 13 8 0 24 1 4 9 5 0 18 12 228 223 4 0 455 13 137 116 193 0 446 142 1626 1496 1155 39 4316 632 TOWN OF LEXINGTON LEXINGTON CLASS Dea Andrulli Earl Stanley Archibald, Jr. Leslie Armstrong Eve Lynne Fox Atkinson Israel Baron Joseph Everett Belcher Clarence Herbert Bennett Edward H. Bentsen Elsie Viola Caroline Berlin Janet Muriel Berman Phyllis G. Bignotti Leburton Newcomb Blodgett Joseph Alonzo Blume Nicholas Arthur Borselli Suel Addison Bowen Richard O. Bramhall Roger Whittemore Brown, Jr. Katherine Josephine Buckley William James Bustead Donald Stewart Carlin Elio Joseph Caroto Anthony R. Cataldo Virginia Childs Frank J. Clare, Jr. Eleanor Clerke Virginia Frances Connor Joseph D. Costello Richard G. Cowdrey Amelia M. Cuccinello Dorothy Lois Cumming Ruth Cunha Anna M. Curran Elsa Cecelia Dahlstrom Helen M. Dailey Stanley Davis Bertha Dias Bertha Elaine Dickison Irving C. Doe Philip S. Dolan Doris Anne Downey William F. Ducharme, Jr. N. Katherine Duffy Wallace H. Duffy Joseph Edward Fardy Fred Earle Faulkner HIGH SCHOOL OF 1936 Jefferson Joiner Fell Arthur B. Field, Jr. Robert Forbes Robert A. Foster Anna Charlotte Fougstedt Sue Marie Franceschelli Lawrence Freeman Miriam E. Frost Mary Jane Fuhrmann Esther Galinos Nelson Franklin Garland Helen M. Gibson Madaleine C. Gillespie Paul B. Gilman Leo V. Gittzus Sidney A. Govenar John C. Graham Catherine Gramstorff William R. Greer Priscilla A. Grindle Donald Frederick Guertin Dorothy Margaret Hannaberry Richard R. Harding George Nathan Harris Vynia Marie Hawkins Eleanor L. Heaney Dorothy Mae Henderson Robert F. Holbrook Priscilla Houdlette Phyllis Howland Elinor E. Hubley Evelyn E. Hunt L. Roy Hutt Richard W. Hyde Henry True James Gladys Mary Jones Rita M. Kenney Florence E. Kerrigan Barbara Victoria Kinsman Eleanore A. Leary William Lichtenberg Dorothy I. Linfield Priscilla Litchfield Robert T. Little Gordon MacDonald REPORT OF THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 633 Kenneth LeRoy MacDonald Daniel A. MacInnis Louise G. Magnuson Alexander J. Maiocchi William J. Marshall, Jr. Donald C. Matthews Jean Elizabeth McCammond Marjorie Elizabeth McCullough Mary F. McDevitt Nina McLellan Rita Joan McNamara Arnold Meltzer Lorraine V. Minen Edward Eugene Modoono Rose Elizabeth Modoono Dora R. Morelli Thomas Sherburn Morris Jean F. Morse Marian Esther Muller Howard Perkins Monday Rase Murray Edmund P. Nawoichik Frank R. Nevins Elvira Mary Nici Ella Noonan Elizabeth Raymond Nourse Alfred Nutt Edward A. O'Connor Astrid Elisabeth Ohlson Edna Oldford James Stewart Oldford Harry John Palladino Henry Hancock Palmer Mario N. Palmeri Paul L. Peterson Elizabeth Ann Pfeiffer Viola Porter William C. Powers Lawrence B. Reed Rose Ricci John A, Ridlon Shirley Robertson Ruth Robinson Francis A. Rocque William A. Rowse Harold F. Rycroft Genevieve Anne Samoluk Robert Wesley Saunders Raymond Scheublin Frances Helen Seften Roger F. Sennott Barbara Shannon John A. Silva Joseph Edward Silva Katherine Elizabeth Slocum Arthur C. Smith, Jr. Hilda E. Smith Carl August Sorensen Cidaliza Sousa Walter E. Stanley Virginia Arline Stone Alice Frances Stoney Oscar A. Straw Frank Arthur Sullivan Frederick Sullivan Walter Sullivan Walter J. Sullivan, Jr. A. June Sumner Louise Fredricka Swenson Robert B. Townsend Edith P. Tropeano Eva Carolyn Tropeano Dorothy Marie Twombly Ellen Vera Twombly Veronica Valliere Hannah E. Waite Wimburn L. Wallace Ellen Anne Walsh Marcia Scott Webber Peter J. Welch, Jr. Barbara Wennberg Olive Lunny Wentworth Paul T. Whipple Charles L. White M. Gertrude White Mary Winchenbaugh Edith Marie Witthus Winthrop Lawrence Woodward John Francis Yauckoes 634 TOWN OF LEXINGTON ENROLLMENT IN LEXINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS October, 1936 Senior High School Junior High School Adams School Franklin School Hancock School Munroe School Parker School Total Boys Girls 819 354 288 278 171 199 121 125 108 112 118 117 140 102 1260 1282 2542 Tots/ 673 556 370 . 246 220 235 242 MEMBERSHIP AND ATTENDANCE (Extract from School Returns to the State Department of Education School Year Ending June 30, 1936) =em. Jr. High Sr. High Total Boys ....._,„,„..__ 694 287 347 1328 Girls „„ „„ ,, _ 641 313 326 1280 Total „„„ Non -Resident Pupils (includ- ing State and City Wards) who attended the schools for not less than half the school year _. Aggregate Attendance —..-- Average Daily Attendance ...... Average Number of Days the Public Schools were in Ses- sion __ ....„„ ...... Average Membership 1335 600 673 2608 19 206,547 1,192 47 98,699 545 186 110,596 611 252 415,842 2348 174 181 181 177 1,284 580 646 2,510 VOCATIONAL SCHOOL ENROLLMENT 1936 a w ►3 0 En C.) A w X g a Boston 1 2 3 ti Cambridge 1 2 1 4 t"i by Newton 1 3 4 ,33 Somerville Waltham 4 26 l Totals 5 3 2 2 6 18 P-3 School Adams_......._._,_._.._......_.._._ _.. Franklin Hancock ....._.._.....,,. _....» Munroe ......_.._......._.. Parker Junior High . .._...,. .._.,_. Totals ........__. 1935 Forward ....._ Grand Totals LEXINGTON SCHOOL SAVINGS December 31, 1936 Accts. Accts. Number Number Amt. Amt. Opened Closed Deposits Withdrls. Dep. Withdr. Net 74 25 7,951 78 $1,272.16 $37.74 $1,234.42 66 16 5,397 49 655.94 23.77 632.17 61 9 5,421 60 747.30 29.06 718.24 42 13 4,137 46 525.58 20.37 505.21 51 14 3,958 77 635.37 35.81 599.56 6 170 3,252 168 882.67 86.64 797.03 290 247 30,116 478 $4,719.02 $232.39 $4,486.63 5300 2053 301,041 2976 $71,863.97 $2056.95 $69,807.02 5590 2300 331,157 3454 $76,582.99 $2289.34 $74,293.65 W Qt REPORT OF THE SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 637 REPORT OF SUPERVISOR OF ATTENDANCE Number of home visits ..... W..... _...._ ...._..._ 320 Number of truants 58 Number of children at home without just cause 5 Number of court cases . _ W .._..._ ... _ 2 INDEX INDEX Animal Inspector, Report of _..__.--..........„„._.„„ ..— — Appeals, Report of Board of ..._...„....__............„. .._— _ .. Appointed Officers .._ .,.».. .. _ . _. _ ....�,...._. „ _.. Appropriation Committee, Reports of __________ 40, 134, Assessors, Report of Board of _..._....__._...._...._ ..............„„.,..... -...._....—.._.._— Births......_....,....._..._.._...._..�........_._._..... „....».__...... _ .._...,_.. _ ___ _.... Building Inspector, Report of .....„...„„ _..__.._....___._....... ..„.,.. ......._.. ..... Cary Memorial Library: Investment Committee, Report of ....... „..„....„„...„....„__..._ ..._.... Librarian, Report of .......„ _.. ...„.__ _- . ......„............,— Treasurer, Report of ........ „ ..„...._._._„.. .„.._ .....„... ..... Trustees, Report of ..... „..„_........_......._......__.„. ----_—__________.— Cemetery Commissioners, Report of _._...._.__.. .„ ...,».„ ..„„.._. _ Committees Appointed ....._____..__ _ .._ _ _ ._._...._.. _.... Deaths..... ._......__ .-.- .. .......».. ..._..._ ._...._..__...._.._ ._...._.. .._.� Dental Clinic, Report of ..._.......—._...... .... . _,... ...... .. Director of Accounts, Report of _.........__....„.. .. _ .. .. 689 423 231 12 179 234 207 238 420 416 414 413 239 16 213 241 243 302 Fire Engineer, Report of 308 Forest Warden, Report of _...... ......._ _..... _......._ .__.._ _........_.._..... 311 Health Inspector, Report of Health Officer, Report of _.... Highway Division, Report of Jurors, List of . w ......_ ....._ _ ..._ ......„ _„— 316 Lectures, Report of Committee on _.......___...._..__...__.._._..._.. .., ... ... 319 Marriages.......... „..,......_ ...,,... „._..,,.... .....,,...._........ ........ .......„. „. .,___ .. Middlesex County Extension Service, Report of -------- Milk Inspector, Report of ________________________ ___.. Park Division, Report of....---.-------.------ Planning .........._........_...,...._............................_.......__._.._.._.Planning Board, Reports of Plumbing Inspector, Report of ....__..... ..._.._ . __.�.._.�._ ..... Police Department, Report of 312 314 352 218 320 322 358 324 334 335 640 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Posture Clinic, Report of ...__.._................... _..._.. ..._... _......_.__ _...._........_. 338 Public Welfare, Report of ,...„..„..,.„..„„...,....»_._..._..__..._....__.._._._.......„ 340 Public Works, Report of Superintendent of ....._.._...._......_........_._ ...„,,345 Highway Division, Report of ........,_........,..,..„........».. ..._..._._._..._..._ 352 Park Division, Report of358 Water and Sewer Divisions, Report of ................._...».._...._...._._. 368 W. P. A., Report of,....„..........„..„„,,.._....„,.,.„..__..,._....__.._......._._........_..._877 School Department _..._...._..__...._..__.._....___...._.._...._.. (See page 641 for detailed index) Sealer o£ Weights and Measures ....,„... ..„...„..„„.. Selectmen, Report of ...,._...._..,......_..,,_......,.,...„..„...„. Shade Trees and Moth Department, Report of Slaughtering, Report of Inspector of . Soldiers' Relief, Report of Agent of . Tax Collector, Report of . Tax Title Account, Report of ................,, Town Accountant, Report of ... _.._.,,, (See page 642 for detailed index) Town Clerk, Report of _.._..__...._....,... ..... Births...._.._....----..._...__.._....,...._..._...._.. Deaths._ ,....,... „....,..„„....,... „....... Marriages ....._....,....„..,....„„.....,...„„............. Town Counsel, Report of .. ..,.., Town Meeting Members ... _...._..._ ._...._.. TownOfficers __.._...,......_...._..._............__... Town Physician, Report of . Town Records: Warrant for Town Meeting, March 2, 1936 ....._....„...,,,...-........___...,, Annual Town Election, March 2, 1936 ......___.......__..,....._..._..__..._ Special Meeting of Town Meeting Members of Precinct 3 _.... First Adjourned Town Meeting of the Annual Town Meet- ing, March 16, 1936 .............._....._.-----...-.�-.....-..._..__... .._.._.__.. 40 Report of Appropriation Committee for the Year 1936 ... 40 Second Adjourned Meeting of the Annual Town Meeting, March23, 1936 ...._........—.......,„.. ..,_....._.._....... „„.,,..... ..„.,..„..„„..,,.,,...... 95 Warrant for Town Meeting, April 28, 1936 ,...._..._....__......_....__.. 109 Pre Primary State Election, April 28, 1936 ... .........._........_...._ 112 Warrant for State Primary, September 15, 1936 ......_._...._...._... 118 State Primary Election, September 15, 1936 .. „....._.._........ ... 119 Warrant for Town Meeting, September 21, 1936 __________ 129 Special Town Meeting, September 21, 1936 ....._.._...... ..._...._ ... 133 Report of Appropriation Committee _..._.., „„,,.....„.„...,„..._ .. 134 Warrant for State Election, November 3, 1936 _.._..._.._..._...._.._ 154 State Election, November 3, 1936 . ..,..„„....,.„.. _....___. 157 587 384 224 386 389 390 425 428 429 205 207 213 218 394 4 3 392 18 29 38 INDEX Attorney General's Approval Change in Lexington Zoning By -Law, Special Adjourned Town Meeting, September 21, 1936 _...___..._...__........._.........._.. .._....»._.......- _ . __..._.. .._....._.._..... Attorney General's Approval Second Adjourned Town Meet- ing, March 23, 1936 Attorney General's Approval Special Town Meeting, September21, 1936_........._...._...._..__.........__.._...._.__...._..._..._...._ Recount Held December 5, 1936, Selectmen's Room Town Office Building ....._..............._...._..._..._......._._ Town Warrant, December 7, 1936 ._._...._..._.._........_................ ........_..... Special Town Meeting, December 7, 1936 ..........._..._..._ ....................... Report of the Appropriation Committee .. Town Engineer, Report of....._....._..._...._.._..._.....__...._..__................_.........._...... TownTreasurer,......................._,........,,,..,...........,,....».»,.........,»......_.._....... _.....:....._. Tax Title Account, Report of....._..._........._...._......._...._..,......_....................... Trustees of the Bridge Charitable Fund, 1935, Report of ..... _......._ Trustees of the Public Trusts, Report of ..... ................,,........ Water and Sewer Divisions, Report of ....._..—.._...._.__...._....__.._...._...._ Wire Inspector, Report of _._...._... _.._...._.._..._.. _..._.... .......... _..... W. P. A., Report of . SCHOOL DEPARTMENT Attendance Officer, Report of ..... ________________________ ......._..... Distribution of Senior High School Pupils by Subjects _....._ ...._.... Enrollment in Lexington Public Schools ..__..._..._.... Extracts from the Report of the School Physician and the School 641 165 167 169 171 173 179 179 302 426 428 400 403 368 412 377 165 637 630 634 Nurse....._..---..._...__........__._....---...._....__.._...._.__...... . _.._. _. 625 592 Health Department .......,,.... ...,..._......._...___......—.._..._.__...._...._......... 624 619 Lexington Parent-Teacher Association ______________________ 596 Lexington School Savings . 636 Membership and Attendance 634 Physical Education, Report of _..,...__».....,.................. ......... ......._ ._........_ 623 Prizes....»...__.. .. -- _.........._.._...._. _....-.. _..._...._...._..._...._.._ 628 .598 642 TOWN OF LEXINGTON School Committee, Report of ...........__ ...._...._................._...._..._....._._...._........ 589 SchoolCommittee Organization . ........ __..........................._........................._.........»..... 595 School Committee, Statement by -•••-••••- •• • 590 School Savings ....._ - 636 Senior High School Enrollment by Courses ....._....__.._........_...._...._.._..... 629 Senior High School Graduating Class_......._...,.,,.._.............._......................_..... 632 Senior High School, Report of 616 Statement by School Committee ......... 590 Superintendent of Schools, Report of . 602 Supervisor of Attendance, Report of _______ .............. ,...._...._........... ............. 637 Teachers Resignations Transfers and Appointments ..............__......... 627 Vocational School Enrollment . INDEX TO ACCOUNTANT'S REPORT 635 Abatement of Taxes: Machinery Tax Abatements—Special Overlay 1936 ..............._. 546 Overlay 1931 545 Overlay 1932 545 Overlay 1933 545 Overlay 1934 545 Overlay 1935 546 Overlay 1936 546 Accounting Department: Expenses 481 Salary of Accountant ....---..._...._...._..... ...... ...._...._ .._...._....__.._.... 480 Administration of Trust Funds 531 AnimalInspection ..... ____ .... .........._...._...._...._...._..__..,,_........_..._...._...._...._..._...._...._ 502 Appeals, Board of...._...._....,..,.._...._...._..._...._...._.,»_..._........_...._...._................_.... 490 AppropriationCommittee ................. ..... ....... _.......... _......... ..... .»...._...... _........... ______ 479 Assessors' Department: Expenses....._.__...._...-_...._...._...._...,.,,.._.........._........_...._................_...._...._.........._...._-483 Salariesof Assessors .....» .. ....... ......._...................... ....... ............................ _.............. _483 Auditing Municipal Accounts Tax ....... 548 Balance Sheet: Deferred Revenue Accounts ........... 440 General.........._._._.......__...._....__.._...._...._....,..,.._.__..._...._..._..• _...._.. 433 PropertyAccount .................»».....,,..._...,,.,..............._...._............_.............._........._...., 446 TownDebt..._...._...-_...._..._...._...._...._......,........_.........._.............. 442 Trust Accounts 444 Borrowing Capacity of' the Town...-._...._..__..............._.........._................__.._- 581 INDEX 643 Building Department: Expenses 495 Salary_..._...._...._..._...._.........._..-._...._...._.....,,,....__.........._.-.._....».........,,.._ 494 Cemetery Maintenance: Munroe .............. ... _.........._......................... ..,....__.............------- _.----...................... _540 Westview......................_...._..............,,..............._...._...._.............. ._...._...._.........._.......... _541 Cemetery Department: Dwelling Repair - Westview .... .................... 542 New Development - Westview..........._..._...-----._.........._...,_,..._..............._542 Collector - Tax and Town - Analysis of Accounts ..... ______ 560 Collector's Department: Binding Records .......... _-..._...._...._.. ......._483 Expenses ... .......... _482 Salaryof Collector ....... .._...._....__.._...._...._..--- ..._...._........-._...._...._482 Curbing - Granite - Bedford Street 517 DentalClinic . ........_............. ..._.........._..-._.........._....,... .... ....... .,_,..._.........._...._...,_501 Dependent Children Fund - For Aid..........--..................,,....._.........._...._......,552 Dog Clinic 500 Dog Officer: Expenses....._...._................ ........................_...._....,.,,,................._-.._.........._...,.,498 Salary....._...._...._...._...._ ................_......... ....,,.,498 Drain Construction: BloomfieldStreet........._..,..,...._.........._..-...................,,,......._......... .._.,.._._._...,,,,.,515 Haskell -Lowell Streets & Westminster Avenue _......... _...._516 MillBrook ..__._..._...._.,..__.._...._............................,..,_...._......................_506 Elections and Registrations ........... ......... ......................... ________ .......... _...._486 Engineering Department: Expenses...... .......... ...._,..._...._...._..._....._..........,.,,,..... ..........._........._...._.........._...............-. 489 Salaries........._.,.._.........._..,._...._...._...._..-._.........._....,..,,,_........._...._...._...._...._...._....».,.._489 Excess and Deficiency ..... .............. 558 Expenditures (Summary) Agency....... ....._.........._...._...._..._..._.........._..... ........_........__........._...._...._...._462 Charities and Soldiers' Benefits......................_...._..__.........._..........»....,....._460 General Government....._....._.._...._...._................_...,....__.......---------._........_459 Health and Sanitation _. ........ _.-......_.......... ..,,,,....._.......... _.......... _........ .._..._459 Highways..............................._...._...,.,........._.........._..._...._...._........._........ 460 Interest and Maturing Debt....._...-_................_...._...._...._...._._................_...._461 Protection of Persons and Property ....._..__ ................_.........._...._...._._459 Public Service Enterprises and Cemeteries ..... ....................... 461 Recreation and Unclassified 461 Refunds....._.........._.............._..,,,,......._...._....__.._........-._...._................_.._......,......,,_462 Schoolsand Libraries....._........_........................-...._....___........._.....,...._..._460 TemporaryLoans ....................-...._.........._.........._.._...._...._...._...._..._.,,...........,.,,461 Transfers........_...._.........._...._....,....._........._...._...._....__.._...._.. 463 Trust and Investment 462 644 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Fire Department: UndergroundCable_..._...._...._...._...._..._...._.._......_...w......._...._...._...._._._......... Foreclosure and Redemption of Tax Titles _.._......_._........___.._... Forest Fires ..... ... ..._...._....__.._...._..__...._...._...._..... Health Department: 1934 Bills ........_. 1935 BiIIs _.... Highway Construction: Gleason Road No. 1 Hibbert Street ....... Lincoln Street -1935 Contract ..... _______ .................................................... Lincoln Street -1936 Contract,....».........._...._.,..,....._...._.........._..........---._..... Pleasant and Watertown Streets..........._...._........._...._...._...._...._.........._..... PlymouthRoad ...._.........._................_........._..._...._-..._...._.... .. RichardRoad -. ........ »,.,,,.....,._.,,,....._...._...._...._...._...._.........._ TowerRoad..-.._...._...._.........._......................,..._........_...._...._..._...._................. Tower Road (Extension) .....................,,,,,..,.... _,,.._.........._..... Watertown Street .... ._............. ......._.......................... _................ _......... ._.... .........._ Highway Department: Judgement—Ross and Son ........... ............... ......................... ................. »,......... _..... Land Damages—Pleasant & Watertown Streets .......................... Maintenance—Chapter 90 ..... ................ _............ ,........_,, Maintenance—Expenses Salaries Truck................._...._...._...._.........._...._...._...._...._.........._................_...._...._... ........_.. HighwayTax (Special)................._......,,......_...._....._........._._._...._...._...._...._...._.......,,. Insect & Tree Departments—Power Sprayer ....._ Insurance: Buildings, Fire and Sprinkler Damage ...... ........... ...................... ............... Workmen's Compensation & Public Liability ....._..._........._............_ 494 493 494 482 497 506 498 498 499 510 510 511 512 512 513 513 514 514 515 509 510 510 509 507 507 509 549 496 531 531 542 Law Department: 1935 Bilis 484 Expenses... ...._... ........_.. ..._...__........._.........._................_...._...._...._...._..... 485 Ryder Case—Vine Brook Drainage..........._...._...._...._...._.........._.......... ... 485 Salary of Town Counsel 484 Libraries—Cary Memorial and Branch...............__...._...._._._...._...._........._..__526 MaturingDebt .... ..........................._....,................._...._..._..__...._...._...._...._..... 543 MemorialDay ........... ...................................,..,..,,,......»......,............................... 530 INDEX Metropolitan Water Tax 1936 _..,.,,......._..,.............__._...,»..._.........__......._... Middlesex County Tax 1936 . ....,,..... . Middlesex County Tuberculosis Hospital Tax ..._..._..._.._.._...._......»..... Mi:itary Aid ..,......._...._...._._............_. ............. .._..._....__......_...._.........».......,..,........_...._.. - Miscellaneous Deposits .. Moth and Insect Suppression._........_.......»......................__............._...._........._..,,.,,,.. North Metropolitan Sewer Tax 1936 ............... ._............. ............. _......... _..._..... Old Age Assistance ................__.._.........._ Old Age Assistance Fund: ForAdministration..,..»............................._...._..........,..,.._..._...._... ......._....»..... ForAid...._...._...._..-._...._....»................,..............__.........._.._........,.......,........._...._...._ Other Finance Offices and Accounts ... _......... ......_.. _...._.........._._,_.... Overlay Reserve Fund Parks and Playgrounds .........._..._...._...._..................... .............. ..... 528 Patriots' Day _ 530 Pensions: Fire Department ........._...,_,........_...._....__.._...._........._..................._532 Police Department ._........_...._............ 532 Permanent Memorial Committee ....... ......................,...._..._.........._ 533 Physician—Town..................................................._...._...._........._..__...._.. 523 PlanningBoard........................._...._.........._..._........__.....»......._..._...._...._...._...._...._490 645 547 548 500 522 549 496 547 521 551 551 484 553 Plumbing Department: Expenses ......... Salary .. Police Department: Automobile and Motorcycle .. ........................... _________ ......... _...._..... 1935 Bills ....._ .. Expenses....._...._...._...,..,...»...._..,...... _..............._...._...... Salaries PostureClinic....,_,,..__........_...._................_...._......_.... .... PublicWelfare ..........._,........._..,._...._..._...._._._ ........._...._..__...._._ Public Works Building: Equipment ...._. Labor Public Works: Labor, Materials and Expenses . ...... ...... .,,........._...._..__.........._...._.........._..._ 535 Labor, Materials and Expenses—W. P. A. Projects ..............._ 534 Superintendent's Office: Expenses 487 Salaries.-............-._................_.........._........... 487 Receipts: Agency, Trust and Investment ....._..__........._...._.........._. ..............._........._, 456 Cemeteries....._.........._._._........._.. _ ...._... .............»...............»...,,.».........,. 456 Departmental — ...._...._ .._...... _..... 450 502 502 491 491 492 491 501 520 534 533 533 646 TOWN OF LEXINGTON General Revenue—Taxes, etc. .... ......................_....... 448 Interest._.._..,......._.........._................_.............».........._..,._...._......._...._...._..,....... 456 Municipal Indebtedness ...................... ........ 456 Public Service Enterprises 455 Refunds and Transfers ....._...._............ _...._..----........_...._...,....._.............._, 457 Special Assessments and Privileges 449 Removal of Ashes and Care of Dumps ........._...._...._..._ 506 ReserveFund......_..............._...._..........,....._...._................_.....,..._.........._..-............-_......._536 RevenueAccount 1936 ..... .... ............................ ._........ ..__.._..._556 Sale of Real Estate Fund ................._......,..._...._...._... .................,.... ........._._...._552 School Department: Americanization Classes..........._-..._......................»....,..,........_..............,._..._526 Out of State Travel ....._.........._.....,,,»..»».........__........_ Vocational Tuition................»........................._...._...-_.. Selectmen's Department: Expenses......,...,.........._...._...._.........._......................»...,,...._...._ Salary of Clerk ... ............. ___________ ......... _...._..... ................_...._...._..............._...._...........,,,,„....__....,..._..._........_...,...,..,.....,...,. Sewer Assessment Fund ...... ............... __...._...._....... ........_................... ......... .»........ Sewer Construction: Taft and Tarbell Avenues, Cherry and Cary Streets Sewer Department: Maintenance—Expenses • Salaries ...... ....._...._....................... .,....,..,, .. Stock......................_.._.........._.........._.... »...._...,_......._..... Trunk Line Repairs ....._..... ........ .,...,..... Sewer House Connection Deposits ...... ............... Shade Tree Department __________ Sidewalk Construction—Sundry Streets ,............ 516 Signal Installation Fletcher Avenue Railroad Crossing 518 Signal Maintenance—Fletcher Avenue Railroad Crossing ......,..._519 Skating Area—Center Playground ....... ...._...,,, 529 Slaughtering Inspection - _»„_,........ 502 Snow and Ice, Removal of ..... . , 517 Soldiers' Burials ........................_...._...._........__...._............,........._..,._...._.............._...... 522 Soldiers' Relief ................_ 523 State Aid ....._.._ ..._...._....T..» _. 522 State Parks and Reservations Tax 1936 »,.,........ 548 State Tax 547 Street Lights ...... _. 519 Street Lights -1935 Bills ......... ....., , 519 StreetSigns .,..._..»..,._...._..._........__..._...._........._ _...__.._..._ _...._..... 519 Survey of Drainage Areas 507 523 525 526 480 480 479 554 505 505 504 503 503 504 504 549 554 497 INDEX 647 548 Taxes to State: Auditing Municipal Accounts Tax .......... .............. 548 Highway Tax (Special)....._.........._..._....................._...._...._.........-_..._ 549 Metropolitan Water Tax .... ............. _.......... _..................... _..._................ _........,..547 North Metropolitan Sewer Tax . .......... ...._547 StateTax ..... _______ .... _.............•........ ....,_...._.-........_..__...._...........,..... ._...._547 State Parks and Reservations Tax 548 TaxTitles......................._...._....__............-._...._,.......... .... ..... .._...._.... ....._......... ._.......... ....... 552 Town Clerk's Department: Expenses.-..._...._........,............,,..._...._...._..._...._......................»...,_,........._........---...._...._486 Salary of Town Clerk ...._.........._..__.........._..............._ 485 Town Offices and Cary Memorial Building: Expenses..........._................_...._...._.........._..._.........._...._...._...._.......... __________ Salaries of Janitors ...__..................... -_...................._...._...._...._...._...._...._...._, Traffic Regulation and Control Treasurer's Department: Expenses... .._......._._...._...._................................._,..._..... 481 Salaryof Treasurer ................ .............. __........................ ._................... .._...._....,.,,,,. 481 Trust Funds Income: 488 488 532 518 518 Munroe Westview 550 550 551 Unclassified........ .... ................_..._................_...._................_...._...........,................. ......... ........ 536 Veterans Memorial Fund ..... ...... _______ ...................................... _.......,...._..... 552 Vital Statistics .... .......... .......... ...... .......... ....... ........... -......,.,._ 501 Water Assessment Fund .............. .........................._............. ............... _.......... _.......... _...._555 Water Construction: Bedford Street and Massachusetts Avenue ..........................._...._544 BloomfieldStreet.........__...._...._..................................... ,.......................,.,,..,...._540 Pinewood and Summit Roads ..... ________ ........ _______ ............... 540 SundryStreets....._-..._...._...._...._..__...._.........._...._...._...._...._...._...._539 Taft Avenue, Cherry and Cary Streets --Non Revenue 544 Water Department: Maintenance........................._,.........,..........,..,..........,_...._.............._.....,.......... Stock_..._...._..__..._...._..__...._...._-..._...................... ...._...._.-.._...._..... Water Department Available Surplus .............. ............._............- .... WaterHouse Connection Deposits ........... _ ..................... _...._._._...._...._...,_...._..... Water Standpipe Loan Fund _.... Weights and Measures Department: Expenses ................._...._...._...._...__..............-........ ..............._.....,..........,_,..._....... Salary_........_.......__......_............._.._...._...._...._........._.........._...._. Westview Cemetery Sale of Lots Fund ....... .. 537 538 539 555 549 554 496 495 553 648 TOWN OF LEXINGTON Wire Department: Expenses _—...... .................__..._...___.,............. _ 495 Salary........... ................ ........ ....__.........._.._......... ..._....__.._..._.. ........_.......,.,...__... 495 TABLES Appropriation Accounts—Non Revenue ....._._._... ......... ................... .....,.. Appropriation Accounts—Revenue........ ..._........ __________________ ..... Interest on Town Debt due 1937-1948 inc. ....._._.._..._._...._.—..._..... Loans—Anticipation of Reimbursement ______________________ Loans—Anticipation of Revenue _..._..._..,, ..... .......... ............ _ ..... Movement of Town Debt 1914-1936 _...,......._............_...,_....__........_..... Movement of School Debt 1914 -1936 .....___..._..._._.._...._..__...._..._.....,...___. Movement of Water Debt 1914-1936 ...._.._........__..........._._...... »..,.,,....... 478 466 585 585 585 582 584 583 585