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219.62
Paints, oils and brushes .
31.30
Cement .
88.70
Stone work.
13.00
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REPORT OF CEMETERY COMMITTEE
Mason and labor
100.00
Sharpening tools and repairs
20.55
Bicycle ..
25.00
Telegraph pole.
3.00
Repairing pump.
1.70
Canvas covers.
29.50
Freight .
45.56
Sewer pipe .
24.00
Ground and filling
187.00
Signs and markers.
48.25
Vaults .
202.55
Dressing .
283.89
Salary of Committee
67.22
$6,981.27
Receipts exceed payments.
$366.68
Respectfully submitted, WILLIS C. GOSS, JOSEPH D. LORD, MAURICE G. COCHRANE.
Correct, R. A. LEAVITT, Supt.
Report of Board of Trustees of Pine Banks Park for 1 911
SEVENTH ANNUAL REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES OF PINE BANKS PARK.
The hope of the donor of the Park, Honorable Elisha S. Converse of Malden, as expressed in his far sighted generosity, is rapidly being realized in the increasing use of this spot which nature has so charmingly created and which scientific adapta- tion is contributing to the pleasure of many thousands who come from Malden and Melrose, as well as from adjacent com- munities.
The Trustees are constantly planning how they may better utilize that part of the Park which is devoted to pleas- ure,-the field, the grove and the cabin, and conserve by scientific methods the wooded growths and bring to fruition the flowering plants and shrubs.
The resources available, which are contributed equally by both municipalities, are not sufficient to any more than keep the Park in a fairly satisfactory condition, owing to the large annual requirements for the extermination of the gypsy and brown tail moths, which experience has shown must be thoroughly destroyed each year or double the expense is re- quired in succeeding years to prevent the increasing loss which not only destroys in a few months what years cannot replace in the Park, as well as in the adjacent cemeteries,-Wyoming and Forestdale, but robs the eye of the adornments of nature which is the chief asset of this woodland and of the people.
The work of dredging the pond has been completed and shrubs have been planted on the little island; and through the kindness of friends, ducks and geese have been loaned, which add to the attractiveness of the pond and serve as a source of amusement to many children. The families which come here in such large numbers in the summer season find much enjoy- ment in the swings and sand boxes which have been provided.
The "Zoo," which is fast becoming such in fact, is an attractive feature. A pigeon cage has been added which is well supplied, and several crows are now included, as well as some rabbits. As opportunity offers, other animals and birds
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will be added so that in years to come this will be a source of much pleasure and profit to those who visit the Park.
Owing to the lack of funds the greenhouse could not be kept in repair and has been torn down, but during the past year we have been able to rebuild the store house which had been equally neglected.
Believing that the log cabin with its large rooms and spacious veranda should be made available for more public use, the Trustees have had it put into condition and notified the different religious and fraternal organizations of the two cities that it could be used by applying to Mr. George H. Cray, the Superintendent. During the evenings of the summer and fall, as well as during the past winter, large and small parties have found great pleasure in utilizing its facilities, and in the glow of the log fire burning in the open hearth many have spent pleasant hours in this beautiful spot in the center of our Park.
The Trustees have used all the means available to keep the ball field in the very best condition, and clubs from both cities have given exhibition games that have attracted hun- dreds of people.
The faithful and efficient services of the Superintendent, Mr. George H. Cray is recognized by us.
The Trustees desire to record their very great regret in the loss from their membership, of Mr. Frank E. Woodward, who has been a Trustee since the Park became a public domain in 1905. Mr. Woodward's strong civic interest has been ex- pressed in many ways, but he took special pleasure in planning the development of this public land and spent many hours in studying its needs. He also served as Treasurer during the same period. Mr. Woodward resigned owing to his removal from the city.
The Trustees elected Mr. William D. Serrat of Malden as Mr. Woodward's successor, and he also assumes the duties as Treasurer. Mr. Serrat's early life was spent in Melrose, and as a boy he roamed these fields and wooded parts, he therefore will become a valuable member of this Board.
We desire to record our obligation to the State authorities
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who have contributed valuable suggestions and useful equip- ment.
The Trustees estimate that the amount required for maintenance for the ensuing year is three thousand dollars, one half to be appropriated by each city.
EDWARD E. BABB, GEO. LOUIS RICHARDS, CHARLES M. COX, WILLIAM D. SERRAT.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF PINE BANKS PARK FOR THE YEAR 1911.
President,
Harry E. Converse Malden Term Expires 1913.
Vice-President,
Edward E. Babb. Melrose
Term Expires 1913.
Secretary,
Charles M. Cox Melrose
Term Expires 1912
Treasurer,
William D. Serrat. Malden
Term Expires 1912.
George Louis Richards. Malden
Term Expires 1913.
Executive Committee,
George Louis Richards, Chairman Malden
Mayor Eugene H. Moore, ex-officio . Melrose
Mayor George Howard Fall, ex-officio Malden
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REPORT OF THE TREASURER OF PINE BANKS PARK FOR THE YEAR 19II.
Receipts.
Balance from last year, 1910.
$43.56
Received from City of Malden $1,500.00
Received from City of Melrose . 1,500.00
Rebate from F. E. Woodward bond ... 1.85
Interest First National Bank .
17.72
$3,019.57
$3,063.13
Expenditures.
Wages of Employees. $2,211.13
W. H. Cunningham & Son, Grain. 25.40
O. & W. Thum Co., Tanglefoot 50.86
F. E. Coyle, Lanterns. 10.20
E. Troland, Hardware
33.51
Dunbar, Kerr Co., Printing
5.50
Malden City Lumber Co., Lumber
13.61
A. A. West, Hardware .
2.85
C. P. Hicks & Co., Papering
11.71
J. H. McDonald & Co., Plumbing
8.25
B. Shapiro . 1.75
W. D. Serrat, Insurance
14.00
City of Malden, Water and Labor
64.01
J. Huggins & Son, Creosote.
9.00
New Eng. T. & T. Co., Telephone . .
28.20
F. E. Woodward, Expense and Grate. 10.64
F. E. Puffer, Typewriting 1.25
R. and Farquhar Co., Seeds, Tulips ...
20.25
Wm. MacNeil, Blacksmith.
18.95
F. W. Smith, Carpentry.
166.53
C. F. Marshall Sign Co., Signs.
1.50
Boston Rubber Shoe Co., Stable
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Expense . 182.50
T. J. Gray Co., Repair Lawn Mower . . 6.35
J. B. Green, Pigeon Cage.
40.00
$2,937.95
Balance on hand. $125.18
Respectfully submitted, WM. D. SERRAT,
Treasurer.
Report of the Inspector of Buildings
December 31, 1911.
To the Honorable Mayor and Board of Aldermen :---
The Inspector of Buildings respectfully submits his report for year ending December 31, 1911.
Ward I.
Sixteen new dwellings, four garages, one
laundry, two alterations. Estimated cost .. $115,000.00 Ward 2. Thirteen new dwellings, six garages, three alter- ations. Estimated cost. 49,575.00
Ward 3.
Five new dwellings, five alterations. Estimated cost 21,275.00
Ward 4.
Nine new dwellings, six garages, two alterations.
Estimated cost. 42,075.00
Ward 5.
Four new dwellings, six alterations. Estimated cost. 19,750.00
Ward 6.
Four new dwellings, stable and office, four gar-
ages, eight alterations. Estimated cost. . .. 28,000.00
Ward 7.
Eleven new dwellings, two garages, five altera- tions. Estimated cost. 27,600.00
Total Estimated Cost. $303,275.00
Financial Statement.
Balance on hand Jan. 1, 1911 $5.33
Contingent. 22.67
$28.00
Expended.
For Two Hundred Stamped Envelopes and Five Hundred Letter Heads. $7.50
Unexpended balance Jan. 1, 1912. $20.50 Respectfully submitted, ALLAN S. SIM, Inspector of Buildings.
Report of the chief of Police.
January 30, 1912.
To His Honor Charles E. French, Mayor, and the Members of of the Board of Aldermen of the City of Melrose.
Gentlemen :- In compliance with Chapter 33 of the Ordinances of the City, I respectfully submit the following report of the Police Department for the year ending December 31, 1911.
Financial Standing.
Appropriation:
Salaries and Wages
$13,558.00
Aldermanic Order 200.00
Aldermanic Order 490.00
Aldermanic Order (Collector's contingent) 280.12
$14,528.12
Payments
$14,528.12
Appropriation:
Horses and care of same.
$482.00
Payments .
388.00
$94.00
Amount forward,
Horses and care of same.
$94.00
Transfer to equipment and repairs.
60.00
Balance. $34.00
Appropriation :
Equipment and repairs.
$100.00
Transfer from horses and care of same
60.00
160.00
Payments
134.02
Balance. $25.98
Appropriation :
Other expenses.
$200.00
Aldermanic Order
200.00
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Refund . .25
$400.25
Payments
390.98
Balance $9.27
Offences for which complaints have been made in Court:
Arson. 2
Assault and Battery 19
Bastardy . 2
Breaking and Entering
4
Breaking and Entering and Larceny
2
Contempt of Court
1
Default Warrants.
2
Desertion from United States Navy
2
Disorderly Conduct.
4
Disorderly House.
1
Disturbance of the Peace
6
Delinquent Children
7
Drunkenness. 132
Forgery :
1
Fornication. 4
Gaming on the Lord's Day
1
Keeping and Exposing Liquors
1
Larceny 9
Neglected Children 1
Non Support. 12
1
Peddling without License.
3
Search Warrants for Liquors.
1
Stubborn Children 2
Vagrancy.
1
Violation of Auto Laws . 5
Violation of City Ordinances 13
3
Violation of Probation
Violation of Statutes 2
Walking on Railroad Track 1
Accidents reported 4
Ambulance Calls. 116
Obstructing an Officer.
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Miscellaneous Report.
Arc Lights reported out .. 40
Automobiles stopped and warned. 68
Bicycles found and returned. 2
Cases and Complaints Investigated. 140
Defects in Sidewalks reported.
7
Defects in Streets reported
26
Disturbances Suppressed.
23
Dogs Killed .
5
Doors and Windows found unlocked and secured.
172
Electric and Telephone Wires reported burning trees. 3
Electric and Telephone Wires reported down 4
Fire Alarms attended by Officers
34
Fire Alarms given by Officers.
4
Fires Extinguished without giving an alarm
2
Horses found cast and relieved.
4
Horses found roaming and tied up.
2
Insane committed.
7
Investigation of Jurymen 158
Lost Children returned Home.
8
Letters delivered for City Clerk's Office .
1,364
Leaks in Water Pipes reported. 32
Lanterns hung in dangerous places
1
Obstructions removed from Streets 9
Persons assisted home . 12
2
Runaway Horse stopped.
1
Signs placed on dangerous places. 5
Summonses served . 129
Special Messages delivered by Patrolmen
16
Stray Horses and Teams found on street.
2
Trees reported down
1
Value of Property recovered and returned 250.00
Wagon Calls. 123
Respectfully submitted, GEORGE E. KERR, Chief of Police.
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Notices delivered for Police of other cities
Rescued from Drowning .
ANNUAL REPORT
OF THE
SCHOOL DEPARTMENT
CITY OF MELROSE
19II
In School Committee, January 23, 1912.
Voted :- To accept the report of the Superintendent of Schools and to adopt it as the report of the School Committee for the year 1911.
School Committee for 1911
Name
Residence
Term Expires. January, 1912
Frank L. Welt,
31 Malvern Street
66
1912
Lowell F. Wentworth,
19 Bartlett Street
1912
Isabelle Stantial
146 Florence Street
66 1913
Elmer O. Goodridge
148 E. Foster Street
66
1913
William A. Morse .
15 Auburn Place
66
1913
1
Sarah A. Day,
45 Ashland Street
1914
Eben F. Phillips,
12 Orient Place .
66
1914
Wallace R. Lovett,
12 Fairmount Street
66
1914
Organization of Committee.
Edwin S. Small, Chairman,
Isabelle Stantial, Secretary.
Meetings of the Committee.
Regular meetings of the School Committee will be held in the Com- mittee Room, High School Building, on January 22d, February 26th, March 25th, April 22d, May 27th June 10th, and 24th, September 23d, October 28th, November 25th, and December 23d, at 7.30 p.m.
Superintendent of Schools.
John C. Anthony, 83 Lake Avenue. Office : High School Building.
Office Hours: 8 to 9 a.m., on school days, and 4 to 5 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Office Telephone: 55.
Superintendent's Clerk.
H. M. Aldrich, .
27 Vine Street.
Edwin S. Small,
273 Main Street
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STANDING COMMITTEES.
Dr. Wentworth
Finance and Supplies. Mr. Phillips Mr. Lovett
Mr. Goodridge
School Houses and Janitors.
Mr. Goodridge
Dr. Wentworth Mr. Welt
Mr. Morse
Teachers and Salaries.
Mrs. Day
Mrs. Stantial Mr. Phillips
Mr. Morse
Text Books and Courses of Study.
Mr. Welt
Mrs. Day Mrs. Stantial
Mr. Lovett
SPECIAL COMMITTEES.
- Legislative.
Mr. Morse Dr. Wentworth Mr. Goodridge
Mr. Lovett
.
Mr. Phillips
Office Equipment. Mrs. Stantial Mr. Welt
VISITING COMMITTEES.
High School, . The School Committee
Franklin and Whittier Schools Mrs. Day
D. W. Gooch School Mrs. Stantial
Mary A. Livermore School Mr. Phillips Washington School Mr. Welt
Lincoln School. Dr. Wentworth
Winthrop School .Mr. Goodridge Joseph Warren School Mr. Morse Sewall and Ripley Schools Mr. Lovett
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SCHOOL CALENDAR FOR 1912.
WINTER TERM.
First Half: Begins January 2, and closes February 23. Vacation of one week.
Second Half: Begins March 4, and closes April 26. Va- cation of one week.
SPRING TERM.
Begins May 6, and closes June 26. Vacation of ten weeks.
FALL TERM.
Begins September 10 (Tuesday), and closes December 20. Vacation of one week.
HOLIDAYS DURING TERM TIME.
Every Saturday, Washington's Birthday, Patriot's Day, Memorial Day, June 17, October 12, and Thanksgiving Day, with the half day preceding and the day following it.
Report of the Superintendent of Schools
To the School Committee of Melrose:
Ladies and Gentlemen :-
The following report of the public schools of the city is respectfully submitted for your consideration. This is the twenty-second in the series of annual reports by the Superin- tendent of Schools, and the third by the present incumbent of the office.
Financial.
The financial statement presented later in this report shows that the school department has lived within the appro- priation made by the Board of Aldermen for the fiscal year 1911. No single appropriation has been exceeded and a net balance of $1,258.12 has been returned on the regular items. Besides this, a balance of $112.82 still remains on the special appropriation for High School equipment and a balance of $1,954.22 for High School heating. These latter amounts will be required during the coming year.
The School Committee has thus continued its policy of limiting expenditures to income and by taking advantage of every opportunity for strict economy, has been able to return the above balance without seriously hampering the efficiency of the schools, although the entire amount, without extrava- gance, could have been expended to advantage.
Elimination of Ninth Grade.
Three years ago it was decided to eliminate the ninth grade from the elementary schools. In September, 1910, the six ninth grade classes were brought together in the High School building. This was done for two reasons, first, to re- lieve the over-crowded elementary schools, and second, that this entire grade might be under one and the same close super- vision and management. Results have justified this action.
Meanwhile, that portion of the eighth grade that seemed capable, was given an opportunity to do double work, to skip the ninth grade and to enter High School in September, 1911. Of this number, one hundred and twenty-five received double
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promotion, on trial. At the end of the first term in the High School some of these were on the honor list, while only eleven had failed to maintain their standing, and of the latter, it was, in no case, because of lack of preparation.
The other half of last year's eighth grade, forming three classes, entered the High School building, in September, 1911, as a ninth grade. This is the last ninth grade that we shall have, as those members of the present eighth grade, who are promoted, will enter the first year of the High School, in September, 1912, together with the present ninth grade, and thereafter the eighth grade will be promoted directly to the first year, High School.
Effect on the High School.
The double promotion of a portion of the eighth grade last June, increased the first year High School membership in September, to three hundred and twenty-five, so that we had altogether in the High School itself, a total membership of seven hundred and nine, not counting the ninth grade of one hundred and twenty-five.
Next September, we shall have another abnormally large entering class, estimated at from two hundred and seventy- five to three hundred. Thereafter, we shall drop again to the average entering class of one hundred and eighty to two hundred. We have, therefore, to reckon, for the next three years, on a High School membership of close to eight hundred pupils. In 1915, with the graduation of the present first year class, this will naturally drop to perhaps seven hundred, and a year later to six hundred or six hundred and fifty, unless there is an unexpected and unusual growth in the population of the city, bringing in residents with children of High School age.
Effect on Cost of High School.
It is proper that the community should understand these conditions, and realize ,during this period of abnormally large classes, that the cost of our High School will be considerably increased. This will, however, be partially balanced by the elimination of the ninth grade, and a few years later will be .
offset by the decrease in the total membership of the public
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schools. Meanwhile we must face the fact that nearly one- third of all our children are in the High School, where the cost for instruction, general maintenance, and books and supplies, is considerably greater than in the elementary grades.
On the other hand, while the total cost for High School maintenance has been high this year, and must continue so for the next three years, yet the cost per pupil is extremely low in comparison with the average cost for all the High Schools in the State. In this connection, the following figures are of interest. These are based on the number in the High School building during the fiscal year 1911, including the ninth grade. This seems fair, since these classes have cost as much, per pupil, for general maintenance, teaching, super- vision, and all other items, as regular High School pupils, with the single exception of books and supplies. The very small difference in this item, however, is negligible, and does not materially alter the figures. Furthermore, with this basis, we have a fair estimate of the cost of our High School for the next few years.
Average cost per pupil in High School, based on total
membership, and exclusive of repairs and furniture :
Average for State $56.92
Average for Melrose 37.46
Average cost per pupil in High School, based on average
membership, and exclusive of repairs and furniture :
Average for State $63.96
Average for Melrose. 40.00
Average cost per pupil, Melrose High School, based on
average membership, and including ordinary re- pairs . .$41.87
This is the total cost per pupil, from the tax levy of 1911.
There was, however, expended during 1911, from funds appropriated in 1910 for High School,
For Additional Heating $2,035.79
For Special Equipment. 209.75
Total $2,245.54
Average cost per pupil for these items, based on aver- age membership. $2.87
Total cost per pupil, Melrose High School, 1911, includ- ing these unusual expenditures $44.74
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The actual cost of our High School for 1911, was as follows:
General Administration Salaries (Supt.)
$702.00
Other General Salaries (Clerk)
186.00
Other General Expenses.
267.13
Teachers' Salaries
21,738.00
Text Books and Supplies
3,134.68
Janitors' Services.
2,878.75
Fuel and Light.
2,083.86
Other Expenses
243.20
Total, regular current expenditures
$31,233.61
Maintenance of Buildings and Grounds and Water Rates.
$1,467.35
Special Appropriation of 1910, Equipment.
209.75
Special Appropriation of 1910, Heating.
2,035.79
Total, expenditures 1911.
$35,946.50
The average cost per pupil for these items, was as follows:
Based on Total Membership.
Based on Average Membership.
General Administration Salaries (Supt.)
.85
.90
Other General Salaries (Clerk)
.22
.24
Other General Expenses.
.32
.34
Teachers' Salaries
26.07
27.84
Text Books and Supplies
3.76
4.02
Janitors' Services.
3.45
3.68
Fuel and Light .
2.50
2.67
Other Expenses
.29
.31
Total, regular current expenditures
37.46
40.00
Maintenance of Buildings and Grounds.
1.74
1.87
Special Appropriation of 1910, Equipment ...
.24
.26
Special Appropriation of 1910, Heating
. .
2.43
2.61
Total cost per pupil, all expenditures, 1911
41.87
44.74
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For a further discussion of the conditions and needs of our High School, I refer you to the report of Principal Huls- man, which I heartily approve. We have been studying the High School course, and collecting material, for two years. Mr. Hulsman has a new course, which is much needed, nearly ready for adoption, and it should go into effect next September. The extension of our science department, and the completion of the gymnasium, with the engagement of a competent teacher in physical culture, who can give regular instruction to all our boys and girls, and who can also coach our athletic teams, are actual needs which our community can not afford to neglect.
Cost of Elementary Schools.
In comparison with the cost of our High School, the follow- ing figures, all based on the average membership (1,873) for the fiscal year, show the cost of our elementary schools for 1911. Total cost per pupil, exclusive of new buildings, furni-
ture and repairs.
Average for State . $30.65
Average for Melrose 33.23
The actual cost of our elementary schools for 1911 was as follows:
General Administration Salaries (Supt.)
$1,638.00
Other General Salaries (Clerk, Truant Officer).
934.00
Other General Expenses. 672.79
Teachers' Salaries .
45,225.57
Text Books and Supplies
2,865.07
Tuition
651.20
Transportation
665.50
Support of Truants
70.00
Janitors' Services
4,299.99
Fuel and Light. .
4,851.97
Furniture and Furnishings.
198.76
Other Expenses
356.10
Total, regular current expenditures
$62,428.96
Maintenance of Buildings and Grounds, and Water Rates $3,673.44
Total cost for elementary schools
$66,102.40
The average cost per pupil for these items, based on the average membership (1,873) for the fiscal year, was as follows:
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General Administration Salaries (Supt.)
$.87
Other General Salaries (Clerk, Truant Officer).
.50
Other General Expenses.
.36
Teachers' Salaries .
24.19
Text Books and Supplies.
1.52
Tuition
.34
Transportation .
.35
Support of Truants.
.04
Janitors' Services
2.28
Fuel and Light
2.59
Other Expenses
.19
Total, regular current expenditures $33.23
Maintenance of Buildings and Grounds and Water Rates 1.96
Furniture and Furnishings . .11
Total cost per pupil, elementary schools. $35.30
Combining the figures for High and Elementary Schools, we have the total expenditures for all public schools for the fiscal year, 1911.
Cost of High School, regular current expenditures. $31,233.61
Cost of High School, Maintenance of Buildings and Grounds, Water Rates and Special Appropriations . 3,712.89
Cost of Elementary Schools, regular current expenditures . 62,428.96
Cost of Elementary Schools, Maintenance of Buildings and Grounds, and Water Rates 3,673.44
Total expenditures for all purposes, 1911 $101,048.90
Total expenditures for all purposes from 1911 appro-
priation . 98,803.36
Thus we find the average cost per pupil for all pupils in public schools, based on average membership for fiscal year (2,654), excluding new buildings, furniture and repairs : Average for State. $34.36
Average for Melrose 35.21
The average cost per pupil for all pupils in public schools for all purposes, based on average membership and including new buildings, furniture and repairs :
Average for State.
$43.59
Average for Melrose 38.07
Average for Melrose, 1911 Appropriation 37.23
Our Standing in the State.
In the last published report of the State Board of Educa- tion, in the table showing the comparative amounts of money
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expended for the support of public schools per child, as de- termined by the number of children in the average member- ship of the public schools, Melrose stood fifty-one in the list of three hundred and fifty-four towns and cities of Massachu- setts, being preceded by such towns and cities as Brookline, Milton, Newton, Wellesley, Springfield, Boston, Holyoke, Lexington, Beverley, Worcester, Watertown, Winchester. The highest average was $99.87 per pupil.
In the table which shows the proportion of taxable prop- erty per thousand of valuation that is appropriated for the support of public schools, Melrose stood one hundred and twenty-first in the list, with $5.69 per thousand, being pre- ceded by such towns and cities as Adams ($7.67), Weymouth ($7.26), Chicopee ($6.69), Clinton ($6.60), Danvers ($6.55), Everett ($6.50), Natick ($6.28), Gardner ($6.26), Wakefield ($6.19), Brockton ($6.11), Marlborough ($5.92), Leominister ($5.89), Haverhill ($5.78), Revere ($5.75), Taunton ($5.71), Chelsea ($5.69).
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