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SELECTMEN' S MEETING
June 19, 1944
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A regular meeting of the Board of Selectmen was held
in the Selectmen 's Room, Town Office Building, on Monday
evening, June 19, 1944, at 7 :30 P.M. Chairman Locke,
Messrs. Potter, Sarano and Sheldon were present. The
Clerk was also present.
The Chairman reminded the Board that the first Selectmen's
meeting in July would be on the evening before July 4th. Meetings
Mr. Sarano moved that the meeting scheduled for
July 3rd be postponed, and that the Board meet on July 5th
instead. Mr. Potter seconded the motion, and it was so voted.
Application was received from the Boston Edison Pole
Company and New England Telephone and Telegraph Company Locations
for the following joint pole locations :
Dexter Road, approximately 235 feet south of Williams Road, -
Remove one (1) pole.
Dexter Road, approximately 265 feet south of Williams Road, -
Set one (1) pole.
Mr. Potter moved that the locations be approved and
the order signed. Mr. Sarano seconded the motion, and it
was so voted.
The Chairman read a letter received from His Excellency Gov's .
the Governor advising that a meeting has been called to Meeting
discuss a problem of importance and interest to all communities
in the Metropolitan area. The meeting is to be held on
Thursday, June 22, 1944 , at 3:15 P.M.
The Clerk was instructed to acknowledge the letter
and inform the Governor that the Chairman of the Board would
be present at the meeting.
The letter received from Allen W. Rucker, advising Obs .
that the Army Aircraft Warning Service had been discontinued, Tower
was given further consideration by the Board.
It was decided to take no action at the present time
relative to the disposition of the Tower.
The Chairman read a letter from George E. Graves Fur coats
stating that there are two fur coats in moth proof bags at Tower
now at the Tower. In view of the fact that the service at
the Tower has been terminated, these items are no longer
necessary. Mr. Graves further advised the Board that the
Tower had been broken into again, but there is nothing of
much value there now.
11 The Clerk was instructed to contact Mr. Graves by
telephone and inform him that the Board suggested storing
these coats at the Public Works Building for the use of the
Public Works Employees .
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Letter was received from Mr. Wriphtington together
with a copy of the deed, which Mrs. Phelps will give the Town 0;
of Lexington, of the land for the Central Fire Station.
Phelps Mr. Wri atington stated that Mrs. Phelps is willing to
Deed release any claim for damages for the sewer , but is somewhat
concerned about the provision for electric light and telephone
service to the house in the rear. Provisions for these items
has been included in the deed in the description of the mutual
easements.
Mr. Wrightington further stated that Mr. Emery, Chief
Engineer of the Board of Fire Engineers , has approved of the
deed.
Comm. A certified copy of the vote passed at the Town Meeting
on held on June 12 , 1944, which :authorized the Selectmen to
Postwar appoint a Committee of nine Town Meeting Members to receive
requests for postwar projects, was received from the Town
Clerk.
It was decided to name the members of this Committee
at the next meeting of the Board.
Mr. Paxton appeared before the Board at 8:10 P.M.
He said that he hoped to obtain a snow plow. The
Paxton plow now on one of the big trucks is approximately twenty
Puhchase years old. Last year he looked for a second hand unit, but
Mold was unable to obtain one. He said that he can how obtain a
Board mold board for $255.00. This unit is 11' on the base and
12 ' on the top. He said there is sufficient funds in the
Snow Removal Account to cover this item.
Mr. Potter moved that Mr. Paxton be authorized to
purchase the mold board at a price of $255.00; to be charged
to the Snow Removal Account. Mr. Sheldon seconded the motion,
and it was so voted.
Mr. Rowse arrived at 8 :15 P.M.
Mr. Paxton said he had received a request from the
Req. for residents of Valleyfield Street requesting the installation
Water of a water main, He said thus is not stz 'ficient pipe in
Main stock to install the water main, and he doubteyi,very much,
if he would be able to obtain priorities to purchase it.
Mr. Paxton further stated that he has not the labor availab&e
to make the installation.
The Chairman requested Mr. Paxton to advise the residents
of Valleyfield Road of the situation as he outlined it to the
Board.
The Chairman read a letter from Mr. J. A. Cushman, Agent
Oil of the Colonial Beacon Oil Company, requesting permission to
Pipe run a portion of the proposed pipe line across some tax
Line title land, which was formerly used as a gravel pit.
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Mr. Sheldon asked if this particular property would
ever be built upon, and Mr. Paxton said that he thought
it not likely to be built upon.
Mr. Paxton said that he thought the oil line could be
laid close to the property line.
Mr. Potter moved that the request be granted, providing
the pipe is laid within 15' of the property line. Mr. Sheldon
seconded the motion, and it was so voted.
The Clerk was instructed to request Mr. Cushman to
discuss the determining of the exact location with Mr. Paxton.
The Chairman informed Mr. Paxton that he had received Req. for
Street
a letter from Lloyd H. Miller, 973 Concord Turnpike, Light
requesting the installation of a street light in front of
his home. The Chairman said that he had told Mr. Miller
that it was undoubtedly out of the question at this time.
Mr. Paxton said that he thought it would be very
expensive, and that if lights were going to be put on the
Concord Turnpike there should be lights the entire length
of it to do an effective job of lighting. However, he
said he would check this request.
The Chairman told Mr. Paxton that a letter had been Harrington
received from William F. Covil, Clerk of Precinct One, Elm
stating that it was the consensus of the opinion of Town
Meeting Members in that Precinct that the condition of
the Harrington Elm near Maple Street was dangerous, and
that it should be taken care of immediately.
Mr. Paxton said that he had talked with Mr. Garrity
who feels that the work which should be done, at the
present time, i.e. , the elimination of one particular limb,
would cost approximately $50.00. The tree itself will have
to be removed within a few years incurring an expense of
$400.00. Mr. Garrity would hesitate to remove this limb
inasmuch as it might set up a liability of the Town to
remove the tree when the time comes.
Mr. Rowse moved that a letter be written to ter.
Wrightington asking for his opinion on the sublject. Mr.
Sarano seconded the motion, and it was so voted.
The Chairman read a letter from Frederick McMillen, Zoar
82 Cliffe Avenue, stating that there is a movement in Avenue
progress to declare Zoar Avenue closed, and that he, Closing
as an abutter, is utterly opposed to any such action.
The Chairman also read a letter from John C . Przyjemski
stating that he had received a letter from Daniel J. O'Connell
in regard to the abandonment of Zoar Avenue, and he also is
opposed to such action.
Mr. Paxton said that probably this is in connection with
the house which was built in the middle of ZoarhAvenue . He
stated that it would be practically impossible to build a
street there inasmuch as there is a very steep grade there.
Zoard.Afenue is an unaccepted street, and he felt that the
Town would have nothing tc do with it. "
Mr. Sheldon moved that tr. Paxton contact Mr. Wrightington
by telephone, and obtain his opinion on the subject. Mr.
Sarano seconded the motion, and it was so voted.
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The Chairman said that three residents in the
vicinity of Blake Road had spoken to him about the
cesspool situation on their property and stated that something
would have to be done .
Mr. Paxton said that it would take approximately two
years to do the lob, and the plans are all ready made.
He said that because of labor and material, it would be
impossible to do anything at the present time .
At 8 :55 P.I . Mr. Jerry Cataldo and Mr. Schumacher
appeared before the Board.
Mr. Cataldo presented a petition signed by thirty-
seven farmers and market gardeners of Lexington, requesting
the Board to grant a lower water rate, thereby allowing the
use of more water on a production basis for whatever period
of time the Board would deed dust and reasonable.
After some discussion on the subject, the Chairman
informed those present that a study of the situation would
be made.
Messrs. Cataldo and Schumacher retired at 9 :20 P.M.
Mr. Paxton was requested to make a study of water
rates, and report to the Board as soon as possible. He
agreed to do so, and retired at 9 :50 P.M.
Report of the Lexington Patriots' Day Committee was
read by the Chairman.
The Clerk was instructed to acknowledge the report
and express the Board's appreciation for the effort of the
Committee.
Upon motion of Mr. Rowse, seconded by Mr. Sheldon,
it was voted to adopt the Jury List as follows:
LIST OF JURORS AS SUBMITTED BY THE BOARD OF
SELECTMEN OF THE TOWN OF LEXINGTON, 1944.
Name Occupation Address
Aker, Welton R. Mechan&4 242 Lincoln St.
Armstrong, William J. Bookbinder 16 Lockwood Rd.
Babcock, Virge F. Salesman 14 Gleason Rd.
Banks, Chester R. Carpenter 8 Brandon St.
Barrington, James L. Dye Stuffs 39 Meriam St.
Barton, George S. Artist 15 Bloomfield St.
Batstone, Alfred R. Engineer 49 Bartlett Ave.
Baylis, Thomas W. Dairyman 507 Concord Ave.
Beers, Ernest H. Salesman 358 Marrett Rd.
Black, Walter G. Contractor 11 Highland Ave.
Brenton, Walter J. Clerk 353 Bedford St.
Buckley, Eugene T. Sales 22 Grant St.
Buckley, William J. Sales 234 Lincoln St.
Cairns, Steward C . Manager 47 Taft Avenue
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Cambridge, Charles L. Carpenter 1359 Maps . Ave.
11 Campbell, John D. Carpenter 238 Lincoln St.
Carson, Albert I. Insurance 12 Hancock Ave.
Cassidy; Richard P. Bus Driver 16 Curve St.
Cavanaugh, James Truck Driver 36 Liberty Ave.
Chamberlain, Walker L. Banker 17 Hancokk St.
Chase, Guy S. Salesman 10 Meriam St.
Clare, Frank J. Tool Maker 433a Mass. Ave.
Clarke, Kenneth F. Wood Business 91 Simonds Rd.
Clifford, Malcolm H. Salesman 54 Chase Ave.
Cochrane, Frank L. Insul. Sales 21 Cliffe Ave.
Collins , John D. Printer 14 Chase Ave .
Collins, William A. Machinist 48 Parker St.
Cbmman, James M. Salesman 26 Farmcrest Ave.
Conley, Dennis D. Electrician 3 Sheridan St.
Cook, Chester S. Musician 16 Belfry Terr.
Cromwell, Richard P. Investment 21 Summit Rd.
Crone , Louis L. Stock Borker 30 Forest St.
Cullington, Herbert S. Insurance 111 Smith Ave.
Currier, H. Irving Shipper 400 Lowell St.
Custande, Frank B. Mason 100 Gleason Rd.
Decay, John H. Mason 4 Muzzey Street
Dailey, John P. Contractor 150 Marrett Road
Dale , Ralph I. At Home 6 Oakland St.
Daly, John F. Insurance 54 Forest St.
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Dane, Francis S. Asst. Treas. 1 Bennington Rd.
Deering, Basil R. Insurance 51 Ledgelawn Ave.
Devine , William H. Electrician 24 Brookside Ave.
Douglass, Albert F. Funeral Di' . 44 Percy Road
Ferguson, Clements H. Sales 30 Vine Brook Rd.
Ferguson, Wallace W. Salesman 6 Belfry Terr.
Fernald, Robert W. Investments 4 Washington St.
Geddes, Harold W. Serv. Mgr. 15 Audubon Rd.
Oilcrdast, John E. Banker 73 Bloomfield St.
Goguen, Leonard E. Architect 1123 Mass. Ave.
Gorman, Arthur Buyer 206 Bedford St.
Gosbee, George B. Ins . Broker 2 Rowland Ave .
Grudh, Lincoln C Prod. Manager 10 Tower Rd.
Hannam, William H. Salesman 23 Lincoln St.
HargreaVea, Paul A. heal Estate 1071 Mass . Ave.
Harrington, Edward T. Sales Supervisor 14 Bedford St.
Heaney, John F. Plasterer 31 Chase Ave .
Higgins, Lincoln C . Real Estate 44 Bertwell Rd.
Hilton, John C. Machinist 70 Baker Ave .
Holm, John A. Machinist 228 Lincoln St .
Holmes, Theodore E. Ins . Agent 68 Farmcrest Ave.
Hovis, Watson E. Salesman 97 Blake Rd.
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Hoxie, Fred C. B. & M. R. R. 320 Waltham St.
Hubbart, Paul A. Engineer 29 Harding Rd. II
Hyde, William J. C.P.A. 19 Eliot Rd.
Jack, William R. Artist 21 Byron St.
Jackson, William L. Retired 40 Hancock St.
Jaynes, George A. Mason 35 Grant St.
Jellis, Leonard N. E. TbI. & Tel. 70 Ward St.
Johnson, John E. Roofer 8 Cary Ave.
Johnston, Joseph Greenskeeper 14 Walnut St.
Kelley, John J. Machinist 8 Muzzey St.
King, Forrest E. Jeweler 31 No. Hancock St.
Kinsman, Leon Demonstrator 3 Hancock Ave.
Ladd, Merlin J. Ins. Broker 1 Oakland St.
Ladd, William B. Jr. Salesman 8 Robbins Rd.
Lane, Edward D. Salesman 60 Marrett Rd.
Lane, Jasper A. Ins. & Banking 177 Waltham St.
Larkin, Isadore D. Hotel Clerk 2627 Mass. Ave.
Lawson, Warren G. Banker 151 Follen Rd.
Litchfield, Gerald B. Salesman 53 Dexter Rd.
Little, Ashton G. Salesman 43 York St.
Little, Russell M. Salesman 7 Forest St.
Lombard, Harold 1l. Claim Mgr. 24 Vine Brook Rd.
Love, Frank J. Jr, Edison Co. 3 Wallis Ct.
Lowry, James W. Elec. Eng. 36 Charles St.
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MacGilvray, Collin F. Clerk 12 Cary St.
Maienza, Joseph S. Tailor 126 Crescent Hill Ave.
Mallard, William R. Real Estate 27 Locust Ave.
Mallion, George A. Secretary 29 Wachusett Dr.
Marshall, Ralph H. Ins. 7 Patriots Dr,
Mason, Arthur F. Salesman 46 Watertown St.
Maynard, Guy B. Manager 29 Oakland St.
McAnaul, Robert C. Mech. 2261 Mass. Ave.
McCormack, John J. Chauf. 67 Grant St.
McGann, James T. Taxi 156 Woburn St.
McKay, Albert B. Plumber 24 Fletcher Ave.
McKay, Frank J. Jr. Edison Co. 3 Wallis Ct.
McNamara, Thomas Mov. Pic. Proj. 7 Baker Ave.
McQuillan, Rugus L. Pub. Rep. 35 Tower Rd.
Mead, Henry P. None 40 Woburn St.
Morse, Clayton M. B. & M. R. R. 29 Sherman St.
Relies , Randolph W. Salesman 15 Maple St.
Nelson, Robert A. R. Gen. Supt. 58 Forest St.
Noonan, Louis E. Mach. 2 Vine St.
Olsen, Albert E. Salesman 286 Woburn St.
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Packard, Ernest H. Farmer 272 Concord Ave.
Parks, Alexander W. Pattern Maker 10 Fletcher Ave.
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Parks, Joseph A. Salesman 4 Hillside Terr.
Pearson, William H. Banker 8 Goodwin Rd.
Pickering, Minter A. Salesman 12 Winthrop Rd.
Porter, Norman W. Retired 96 Blake Rd.
Potter , Murray Supt. 19 Walnut St.
Puffer, James C. Banker 10 Richard Rd.
Rich, Irving A. Storekeeper 38 Kendall Rd.
Rix, David A. Roofer 513 Waltham St.
Robertson, Henry W. Salesman 4 Raymond St.
Rose, Manuel G. Jr. Farmer 748 Waltham St.
Rosenberger, Ffrederick Salesman 42 Locust Ave.
Rudd, Charles H. Manager 5 Hastings Rd.
Savage, Charles G. Baggageman 14 Manley Ct.
Seltzer, Julius Tailor 9 Belfry Terr.
Sherburne, Warren Auditor 34 Hancock St.
Short, .Alfred L. Supervisor 1034 Waltham St.
Shurtleff, William H. 'oholesale 14 Somerset Rd.
Smith, George D. Asst. Caretaker 12 Locust Ave.
Smith, George E. Merchant 34 Grant St.
Smith, Shirley L. Gas Tender 7 Bowker St.
Stone, .Hanold .S. Civ. Eng. 40 Harding Rd.
Stone, Harry W. Ins. Broker 5 Patriots Dr.
Sullivan,. James L. Bus Operator 20 Cliffe Ave.
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Sweet, Theodore R.
Swenson, Eugene Contractor 265 Concord Hwy.
Salesman 260 Marrett Rd.
Terhune, John A. Horseshoer 53 Grant St.
Tighe, Louis E. None 7 Lockwood Rd.
Trenholm, John D. Executive 2 Eustis St.
Tullar, Fred H. Artist 39 Reed St.
Turner, John A. Painter 35 :Bonner St.
Vadeboncoeur, Emile J. Printer 35 Brandon St,
Wark, Craig D. Sales Rep. 43 Woodland Rd.
Wichert, Charles J. Caretaker 12 Fletcher Ave.
Wolmsly, Charles Heating Contr. 24 Bridge St.
Yelland, Irving N. Salesman 35 Downing Rd.
Warrant
The Warrant for the State Primaries to be held on St. Prim.
July 11, 1944, was signed by the Board.
Upon motion of Mr. Sarano, seconded by Mr. Sheldon, Licenses
it was voted to aper ove the following licenses :
Leslie J. Wood Trans.of Garbage
Ralph J. White Junk License
. William Viano Sunday Movies
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The Chairman read a letter from Roy 0. Leonard stating 2;
that there were several items pertaining to the top mast of
the flagpole which might reduce the figure previously sub-
mitted by him.
Mr. Leonard stated tdiffitt if he could tie on to the trees,
instead of digging foam holes for the anchors, the total price
would be reduced by $50.00. Mr. Garrity told the Chairman
that .he did not think it was worth taking the chance to tie on
to the trees. Mr. Leonard stated in his letter that if the
cross trees are worth putting back, a further sum of $150.00
could be deducted from his quotation. Mr. Garrity has advised
the Chairman that the cross trees were repaired ten or twelve
years ago.
Mr. Leonard said that a reduction of $60.00 would be
made if the Town furnished an Engineer and transit to sight
the new pole when it is being erected.
Mr. Garrity informed the Chairman that the grading
around the base of the pole would not cost a fraction of the
$60.Q0. Mr. Leonard's price includes $50.00 for cutting
up the main staff, which Mr. Garrity would prefer to do.
Therefore, the sum of $150.00 for the cross trees; plus
$60.00; plus $50.00, making a total of $260.00 may be deducted
from the original quotation of $3,360.00.
Mr. Leonard stated that if the Board took advantage o
these three items, his price would be exactly $3,100.00.
Mr. Sheldon moved that the bid, with reductions, at
a net price of $3,100.00 be awarded to Roy 0. Leonard.
Mr. .Sarano seconded the motion, and it was so voted. 1
Senior The Chairman said that the question pertaining to the ,
Clerks' salaries of the Senior Clerk in the Assessors' and Tax
Salaries Collector's Offices should be settled without further dela.
It was decided to have the Chairman contact Mr. Hoyt,
Chairman of the Appropriation Committee, and have a report
by July 5, 1944.
Jeannette The Chairman read a letter from Edwin B. Worthen,
Fountain's Treasurers of the Lexington Savings Bank, stating that the
Prop. adv. Collector of Taxes has advertised Jeannette B. Fountain's
Non, pmt. property for non payment of taxes.
Taxes . Mr. Worthen suggested the Board of Selectmen and the
Req. for Board of Assessors confer relative to abating the unpaid
Abatement taxes.; which are as follows:
Bal. tax for 1942 $ 6.67
St. Bett. Assess . 35.00
St. Bett. Assess. Interest 5.60
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The Clerk informed the Board that Mrs. Fountain receives
$107.00 per month under A.D.C.
The Chairman left the meeting to take this matter up
with Mr. John A. Lyons, Chairman of the Board of Public Welfare.
Mr. Locke returned to the meeting and reported that Mr.
Lyons would take this matter tip with the Board of Assessors.
The meeting adjourned at 10:20 P.M.
A true record, Attest :
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