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SELECTMEN'S MEETING
1 JUNE$7„1933.
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A regular meting of the Selectmen was held at the
Selectmen's Room, Town Office Building at 7:30 P.Y. Messrs.
Trask, Gilcreast ' Ferguson, O'Connell and Lyons were present.
The Clerk was aljo present.
State Aid pay roll in the amount of $27. was signed
by the Board.
Report was received from the Health Inspector in which he
stated that Mr. James F. Moran of Pleasant Street had now Moran,
white-washed his buildings and could no, be granted a permit pig
to keep pigs if the Board so desired. permit.
It was therelfor voted'to grant Mr. Moran a permit to
keep 250 pigs at ,his premises on Pleasant Street.
It was voted to appoint Patrick J. Maguire as Dog Dog
Officer and the dog warrant Was also signed by the Chairman. Officer.
Statement of the amount of relief furnished for
January, February and March for aid was signed by the Aid &
Board. This return is made to the Dept. of Corporations Relief.
and Taxation of the State and they in turn will report to
the Federal Emergency Relief Administration.
Application was received from George W. Clark of
17 Lakeview Terrace, Waltham, in which he requested Lunch
permission to operate a lunch cart at the corn$r of Cart
Depot Park and Mass. Avenue on land owned- by the Scott Tea refused.
Company. After donsidering the application it was voted
not to grant a Common Victualler's License at this location.
Letter was received from James J. Carroll in which he
requested permision for the use of the band stand owned
by the town for .he band of the Lexington Community
Recreation Assoc#ation when they have band concerts for Band
the benefit of the people of the town. The first concert Stand.
is to be held on June 30, 1933.
The Chairman stated that the chairs that were used
by the band cane from the Cary Memorial Building and should
not be used outf doors. The Board intend to purchase
some folding chairs and will loan them for this purpose
from the Pari Department.
It was voted to approve the transfer of the Peddlers License.
License issued tO Ernest J. Collins to James C . Collins M'
his son.
Applic tionof Old Age Assistance for Mrs. Alice Old Age,
Wlnelox of 6 Sp ing Street was referred to Mr. Giicreast Winslow.
for his attesntiou.
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Audit. The report of the audit of the town accounts was
received by, the Board.
Busa The Chairman stated that he would report later in
application.regard to the application of Mary Busa for -admission to
the Middlesex County Sanatorium.
Letter was received from the Emerkency Planning and
Architects Research Bureau, Inc. in which they requested that the
Shop. Board give publicity to their shop called the Architects'
Shop at 19 Bromfield Street featuring handicraft of
unemployed architects and their families. $1548. was
spend in relief wages to residents of the Town of Lexington
and they feel that they should be patronized.
It was deoided to give publicity to this shop _through
the local paper.
Letter was received from the Mayor of Quincy in
which attention was called to enacting legislation making
it possible for cities and towns to receive the benefits
Public of Federal aid under the provisions of the Public Works
Works Bill recently passed by Congress, and asking that the
Bill. Board communicate with their Senators and Representatives
relative to the opportunity.
The Chairman stated that he had already communicated
with the Senator and Representatives in regard to the
matter.
Letter was received from Charles A. -Vaughan, Waffle
Traffic Engineer of Medford Hillside, Mass. in which he offered
light, Mass.a suggestion in regard to the traffic signal at Waltham
Ave. & Street and Mass. Avenue.
Waltham St. The Board felt that change could be made that would
be more feasible than his suggestion.
The Supt. of Public Works was also requested to
communicate with Mr. Bills to have nim change this light
so that the approval of the Department of Public Works
may be had.
Letter was received from C. A. Bingham, of the Municipal
Mr. Bing- Management and Research Company, in which he requested
ham on an opportunity to appear before the Board to offer business
town methods on the operation of town affairs . It was decided
affairs. not to take any action on the matter.
Letter was received from the Town Accountant in which
he inquired what was to be done about Helen Ready's Salary
and also about the pay of Walter Holman, Gabriel Brucchi
and Cam Cuccinello who are paid 65i an hour.
Salaries. In regard to Miss Ready's salary, it was decided to
hold her job open for her, but to allow the two weeks salary
already paid her and without further payments until beer
return. In regard tothe other men, it was deoided that
owing to the fact that they do special work, their pay
should not be changed.
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It was decided to revise the list of Jurors as follows:
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Occupation Address.
Ahern, James H. Sexton 69 Woburn Street
• Allen M. Lawrence Automobile Repairs 24 Outlook Drive
Anes, 'Tracy W. Insurance 18 Winthrop Rd.
Bailey, !serge J. Farmer East Street
Earnin ton, lames L. Dye Business 24 Bloomfield St.
Bartlett, Fred B. Golf Driving Range ' 72 Bedford Street
Barton, George S. Coln. Designer 15 Bloomfield St.
•Bean, George W. Golf Range 241 Bedford St.
Bevington, Alfred J. Farmer 38 Parrett Rd.
• Brenton, Charles Hp Chauffeur 13 Fletcher Ave.
Briggs, Clarence E. Organ Dealer Outlook Dr.
1 att rck, Edward Fr Cotton Business ' 996 Rase, Ave.
Callahan, Bartholomew D. Foreman 8 Fletcher Ave.
Chamberlain, William E. Manufacturer 14 Eliot Rd.
• Childs, Calvin W. Automobile Dealer 6 Chandler St.
onnor, Frederick A. ' Merchant 282 Martett Rd.
• ronin, Cornelius P. Salesman 14 Utica Street
i' uspning, J. Everett Electrician ' 20 Vaille 4ve.
Cifstance, 'Howard W. Contractor 2 Tewksbury St.
Latter, Frank P. Engineer 83 No. ,HAncock St.
Dailey, John P. Contractor 250 Matrett Rd.
Emery, Leland H. Salesman 85 Mdriam St.
Engstrom, Richard Chemist 6 Eliot Rodd
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Fitzgerald, Thomas W. Mason 7 Fletcher Ave.
*Graham, John G. Farmer Burlington St.
Greeley, William Rp Architect 1948 Masa. Ave.
•Hall, Irving G. , Jr. Steamship Agent • 73 Mariam St.
Haley, William J. Farmer Bacon St.
Harrington, Bartlett J. Contractor 11 Curve St.
Hathaway, Alton H. BakeryBus. 25 Oakland St.
Hauck, Carl Wood arver Harbell St.
Howard, Harry F. Advertising 15 Reed Street
Jt'bkaom, C. Henry Florist 40 Clarke St.
•layres, George A. Mason Hayes lane
Holley, Turner C. Broker 2151 Mass. Ave.
Ifiettell, Russell H, Teacher 10 Eliot Road
Lamont, Harold B. Banker 20 Winthrop Rd.
tiawrence, Herbert M. Hardware 28 Miizzey St.
Locke; Arthur E. Salesman 62 Farmcrest Are.
Longbottom, Walter Conductor 16 Independence Rd.
• Lowe, George H. Retired 421 Maerett Road
Maddison, Arthur NReal Estate 15 Winthrop Rd.
'Marshall, William J. Shipper 9 Independence Ave.
l!aiosolwis, Charles's H. Contractor 718 Nass. Ave.
Martin, Ernest C. Druggist 4 •Rowl'and Ave.
McCormack, John J. Chauffeur 39 Grant St.
X00o1011, Michael E. Mark 7 Curve 5t.
' 'WeDo4 ell PaulF. I Type Setter 28 Vine Street
IIWilms, Wiliam D. Engineer 6 Glen Road
Morse, Clayton H. Clerk 19 Sherman St.
Morse, George V. 1 Salesman 1 Vine Brook Road
Mulliken, William E. Coal Business 67 Waltham Street
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List of Jurors (Continued)
Name Occupation Addp gt.
Murphy,. H. Dudley Artist Summit, Rd. II
Murray, John A. Machinist 19 Theraea Ave.
Muzzey, Clifford L. Salesman .(}les*Rd., Ext.
Nichols, Howard S. 0. 'Ret4red 19 s Nie..
Noonan, Louis E. Teamster • 2 V Sreet
Norris, Dana T. Mies Asst. 7 'W 0,11d.
O'Connell, Charles J. Laborer 74 *Wolk 1 *.
O'Connor. John E. Bus Operator 24 Ufa lhan► it.
O'Donnell, Bernard Machinist 4 Shir] .
Parka, Joseph A. Salesman 4 BillOi;, s brr.
Partridge, Ashley W. Bakery Business ' 274 Marrett .
Pierce, Clifford W. Salesman 1 Rustle et
Potter, William G. Farmer WA1.nnt -$ et
Pratt, James A. Tree Surgedn Webbb Street
Preston, Elwyn G. Treasurer 4 -Bennington Rd.
Rhones Edward F. Laundry *Water St.
Richard;, Gordon D,. Contractor -31 Uando k t.
Ross, George M., Salesman _ A5 IS; t.
Rowse, Richard E. Salesman 14 - t
Ryan, Christopher 3. Manager 14L . treat
Rycroft, Peter Laborer ' 1Z }ltida . , t
Sandison, William A. Ga'. Station 54. ti'iid ,t
Sargent, Edward H. Secretary 27 4e00104 aS'eet
Shepard, Frank R. Retire& 18$6 1sis,a, 4 ,a*ue
Sherburne, Warren Auditor 3#. 'Undo.* SteII
Simonds, George A. Mechanic 8 Adele Street
Slocum, Curlys L. Znatructor Blds'so * St.
Smith, Allen C. Dry Goods 5 Forest Ste
Smith, George E. Merchant 14 Grant Street
Smith, Lester E. Grpcer 34 'Clarke. _4.
Sorensen, Harry Mechanic 92 .Wdeurnr.,St..
Steeves,, Clyde E. Steamfitter 5011111,6P Ave.
Stevens, Rupert H. Contractor 86 Merl:am St.
Swan, Joseph Real Estate 23 Bedford Sb,.
TeagueGeorge S. Candy Maker Valley Rd.
Valentine, John S. Insurance 1698 Masi. Ave.
Walker, Clifton E. Chiropodist 102 Bedford Sb.
Washburn, George E. Teacher 21 Parker St.
Wellington, Herbert A. Salesman 2139 Maas. Ave.
Whalen, John P. Furniture Bus. 21 Eliot Road
Wheeler, Harry A. Treasurer 31 'Somerset Rd.
Whipple., Bertram F. Bank Clerk 13 Chase Ave.
Whipple, Paul Shoe .Salesman 15 Be1dfry Terrace
Whittemore, Richard Insurance 2209 Mass. Age.
Wilson, Donald Engineer 33 Bloomfield St.
Wilson, Walter H. Farnmr 3$ Fern St.
Wood, George H. Painter 18 Musaey St.
Worthen, Edwin B. Banker 5 Winthrop Rd.
Zubowitch, Matthew M. Garage Xeeper 136 Oak St.
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Tetter, was received from the Town Counsel in which he
stated that he did not see what else he could do about the Kinsley
Kinsley case other than to defend the case and if damages case.
ar* recovered argue it out with the County Commissioners.
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" Letter was received from the Town Counsel in which
he +e4alledgoattenti,on to the adoption of town by-laws and
pu {'lioation as set forth in Chap. 185 of the General Laws.
Thi alternative for publishing by-laws as set forth in By-laws.
that chapter is delivering a copy of the by-law at every
occupied dwelling or apartment in the town. This would
appear:to be more expensive than publishing in the local
pap7X
-L l tetter was received front the Year East Feemhdat1o`n Near
expreasing thanks for the Board's cooperation in their East
cloexitlg campaign.
'.11,4treUlar lett%i' in regard to giving anti-rabic Vaeeine Anti-
for the treatment of ;persona bitten by rabied dogs, for rabic
:hush" reiisbursement may be had out of the dog, fund was, treatment
reeatiwed from the County Commissioners.
'Otos was received from the Dept. of Public Health Infaztil
giving list eft places where convaleseent infantileparalysisparalysis
serum mot by ?lad, and asking that the physicians oft the town
be noti'f'ied 00 the service that they may be obtained in
suspect. prv-paralytic poliomyelitis.
Last of outstanding water rates in section two was Water
prevented to the Board. rates.
Nr. Giloreast agreed to report later in regard to the St. Light.
street lights requested on Fottler Avenue. Bedford
Street
Sewer Order for installation of sewer ih Bedford Street Sewer.
a diad of 120 feet from Tewksbury Strbet was signed by
the Sia'
Order for the installation of water main in Gleason RONA Gleason
from North Hancock Street to Dee Road a distance of 500 feet Road,
was signed by the Board. Water.
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lei-. William P. Green of Fern Street came before the Board
and stated that he th3ught the Building Inspector should have
a badge showing that .ae is building inspector and not have
to' ca l a police ofTi:er to show his authority as he did in
a' resent affair. Building
The Board stated that they would look into the matter Inspector
and either purchase a Building Inspector or Special Police
badge.
ibhn J. Dwyer who operates the Jay Nay Restaurant at
the corner of Merrett Road and Waltham Street came before
the Board and requested that he be granted a permit to sell
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beer. The Board stated that they would consider hie
application and after he retired they discussed whgther or
Jay Jay not they would grant licenses to roadside stands. It was
Beer felt that .each individual case should be considered, and
License. Inasmuch as Mr. Dwyer had only a restaurant business, it
was decided to grant him a permit. He stated that his
investment rdpre ented $11,000. and he had lost some of
his customers owing to the fact •that he did not hail -beer
to sell them. He also promised to conducthis place in
an orderly manner.
The Board considered all applications tor beer pe is
and after considering the matter of charge for permits and
the length of time to grant permits voted to make acharge
of $100. until May 1st, 1934. It was also voted to allow
the sale of beer on Sundays with no restriction as to time
of sale to those having Common Victualler and Innhol ders
permits.
No .sales are to be made on election days ,, bawewer,.
It was voted to grant the following licensee tor Abe
sale of beers
Store Licenepa.
Sward I. Bern, 12 Dasa Aw#.• „.
Joseph Trani, 1757 Mass. Ave.
Frederick A. Connor 314 Marrett Ad.•
John 3. Rudd 1845 Mass. Ay*.,, .,
Adolph lobes 17 Woburn Street
Adam, 4,o4on & Argir Qrigor 1740 Mass. Arcola ,
Beer Edward W. Ormond 6 No. Banoo+ok 3t..
Licenses.
Comni n Vi,otual,]e r ! t
Mike & Christy Hallos 1761 Mass. Ave.
Melvin L.. Downing 1186 Mass.. A
Philomena F. Pero 12 Wet thaue�
John J. Dwyer Corner Marriott .
and Waltham Streit*.
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Innholder �.
Mary G. Mullen and Mary A.
,$clop (Lexington Ina) 283, Mase. Aven
letter was received from the Supt. of Public Works,, who,
was present before the Board, in which he stated that atter
Pump -baiting the pump at the swimming pooh, it las found that
for it would not work properly as the water in the pool cannot
swimming be change every twenty-tour hours as it takes thirty hours
pool. to fill the pool. He therefore recommended the purchase
of a Type D. Single Stage Centrifugal pump made by the
Chicago Pump Company at a price of $290.
The Board authorized the purchase of this pulp.
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Letter was received from the Town Counsel in which he
called attention to the unpaid bills of Walter Biaok aggregating
$159.60 for work done on the Public Works Building prior to
March 31, 1931, and a bill received recently for work en
Wood Street after blasting operations.
Letter was presented by the Supt. of Public Works stating
that the bills due Mr. Black for the public Works building
were being held up for the reason that more than this amount Black
was owed to the town by Black for water service and rates. Bills.
In regard to the bill for blasting damage alleged to
have been caused to the property of Andrew Bacigaloupe on
Wood Street by the breaking of windows, the Supt. stated that
the town Mas not liable for this bill inasmuch as it was not
authorized by any employee of the town, and Mr. Black should
Look to Mr% Bacigaloupe for his money.
It was therefore decided to notify the Town Conneel
that this bill would not be an off set to the charges made
Teen against
by
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T wn Black.
The Supt. of Public Works was requested to poet the
' le* on the Phelps property inasmuch as complaints were Dump.
received of the smoke when the dump is set on fire. The
Supt. stated that he would post the dump and advise dumping
at the Public Works Building.
the Supt. reported that he had given enough time to
IIthe Lexington Flag Staff Co. to have the flag raised And Flag
painted but it has not been done; it 'was therefore voted Staff.
to ahehorize the Supt. to secure someone else to do the
work.
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Mr. 3eamman stated that he would start work on Clematis Drainage
Brook as soon as he finished the Curve Street drainage job.
Suggestion was made that the Snpta secure a hoist to be Tractor
used on the town tractor, but he stated that it Could not
be used on the 5 ton tractor.
The Supts rias authorized to remove a tree on Him Ave.
near Dr. Tilton's house, which should have been removed Trees.
before. He was also authorized to remove a tree on Curve
Street near Walter Kew*a house. The Supt. was requested to
communicate with the school authorities relative to removing
the white birch tree on the Hancock School grounds.
The Supt. stated that the catch basin at Seeley's Catch
corner would be cleaned tomorrow and the condition there basin.
was not caused by ice cream ice being thrown there.
The Supt. reported that he had changed the sign at Allen
Street. Sign.
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Application was received from H enry Nutt, Jr. again
for work. He had been working at Mr. Bailey's Farm on-
mast Street and desires to have the services of the ;gown
Physician inasmuch as he had sores on his knees from
weeding. Be also stated that his wife was sick and he
Nutt would like the services of the Physician for her.
case. Mr.. Mitchell informs& him that as long as he was net
receiving aid, he could not receive the services of the
Town Physician. He informed Mr. Mitchell that he mobibly
would go back to Mr. Young 's to work again next fall as he
was laid off last summer in the same manner that he was
laid off this year.
It was decidea to take no action on this case.
In regard to the application of Charles A, Burbidge who
1177es with his father-in-law at 5 Banks Avenue, L. Mitchell
stated that the mortgage on his property had been readjusted,
and the man had not had any permanent employment for a year.
Mr. Mitchell recommended that he be given two days.
The Board decided to give him two days and that he
watch his activities for one month and report to the Beard
regarding him at the end of one month.
Application was received from Norman H. Brown, F Parker
Street. He was formerly employed as a State Police Officer
and Mr. Mitchell was requested to find out more ii42ermation
about him.
In regard to John O'Brien who was refueled to one day
on account of his refusal to go to a foreOtratian campy
it was decided to give him two days for the present.
The meeting adjourned at 9:47 P.M.
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Clerk,
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