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704 95
Road Machine,
194 20
Highways and Bridges,
1,258 56
Westbrook Cemetery,
117 88
Fire Apparatus,
876 03
Town Officers,
964 10
Contingencies,
446 25
Public Library,
300 12
Supt. of Schools,
254 07
Expenditures of Water Commissioners,
2,598 66
- -- $14,135.65
LIST OF JURORS
REPORTED BY THE SELECTMEN MARCH 1, 1897.
W. H. Belden,
T. J. Ryan,
C. W. Wolfrom,
James Porter,
J. H. O'Dea, L. L. Pease, Roswell Hubbard.
J. H. Howard,
W. B. Langdon,
Lewis A. Billings, Jacob Carl,
John McHugh, Jr.,
A. H. Graves,
E. S. Warner,
D. P. McGrath, Fred Carl,
E. W. Field,
E. N. Strong,
C. S. Shattuck.
M. J. RYAN, C. L. GRAVES, C. A. JONES,
Selectmen of Hatfield.
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John Vollinger, George Belden,
REPORT
OF THE
Board of Water Commissioners.
The Board held their first meeting October 21st, 1895. At that meeting after taking the oath of office, as prescribed by law, the Board organized by electing Isaac B. Lowell, Chairman, Daniel W. Wells, Treasurer, and Edward B. Dickinson, Secre- tary. The following is a summary of the work done since that time.
Title has been secured to 13 90-100 acres of land for the Reservoir and land adjoining the same. Also all necessary rights of way to the Reservoir and for the pipe line its entire length. Ten purchases of title for rights of way have been made. All claims for damages have been settled except those of C. S. Shattuck and Mrs. Nettie R. Larkin. Eight and 72-100 miles of pipe has been laid, average depth five feet, There has been two hundred and eighty-four 65-100 yards of rock excavated, and thirty-four Hydrants hive been set. The Commissioners have received from the Town the following amounts :
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On orders of Selectmen. $3,357 59
On orders of Commissioners, 26,722 69
From sale of wood,
300 00
From other sources,
41 10
$30,421 38
which has been disbursed as follows:
To M. J. Drummond for cast iron pipe and specials, $15,882 85
To Westchester Public Works Co., for laying water pipe, 6,946 55
Westchester Public Works Co., for rock excavation. 711 63
To sundry parties for land and right of way, 867 30
To Strong & Bradford, for damage to water right, 522 50
To Hendricks, Taylor & Warner, Reservoir, Dam and Gate House, 961 82
To Norwood Engineering Co., et al, or cast- ings, gates, etc., Reservoir, 93 51
To L. K. Deane, for additional work on Res- ervoir, 321 25
To J. L. Mather, additional work on gate house, 39 50
To Chapman Valve Mfg Co., hydrants, gates, etc., 951 37
To J. H. & W. H. Riley, for lead,
1,809 21
· for jute packing, 66 87
for valve boxes, 76 20
E. C. & E. E. Davis, engineers, 500 00
66 inspection and extra labor, 207 00
To expense crossing railroads, 21 25
To advertising and printing, ' 87 50
To Hammond & Field, retainer and fee, 50 00
To carting and inspection of water pipe, 87 50
To Walworth Tapping Machine, 75 00
To M. J. Drummond, lead furnace, 22 50
To sundry expenses, 120 07
$30,421 38
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MEMORANDUM OF WORK DONE AND MATERIAL USED.
PIPE LAID.
Of 8 inch Pipe line, 18,781.5 feet
Of 6 inch line, 20,727.8 feet
Of 4 inch line, 5,698 feet
()f 6 inch Hydrant con., 770 feet
Of 4 4 72 feet
46,049.3 ft .- 8 72-100 miles.
Weight of Pipe,
731 tons 878 pounds
Weight of special castings,
6 tons 1380 pounds
Lead purchased,
28 tons 795 pounds
Jute Packing purchased, 1,555 pounds
16 Water Gates and Boxes purchased.
34 Hydrants purchased.
284.65 cubic yards of rock excavated.
97.84 cubic yards of masonry.
143.87 cubic yards of puddled earth work.
381.41 cubic yards of dry earth work. 1.32 acres of land cleared for Reservoir.
MATERIAL AND SUPPLIES ON HAND.
18,668 pounds lead, at 3 1-4 cents,
$606 71
700 pounds of jute packing, at 4 cents,
28 00
1 Hydrant,
21 30
Pipe and specials,
236 00
4 Wheelbarrows,
6 00
Two 8 inch Sleeves,
4 00
One 6 inch
1 75
1 Lead Furnace and 2 Split Sleeves,
31 42
$935 18
Total expenditure to date,
$30,421 38
Less material on hand,
$934 18
Less case received from sales,
341 10
1,275 28
Total cost of work to date,
$29,146 10
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The water is now used by seventy-five private families. The annual income as now used by families and public buildings is $1,274.36. We have good reason to believe that before the close of the present year, that amount will be increased to $1.600.00.
In conclusion, we report that we have laid one mile more of pipe than the original plan contemplated. This section is from Main street, at Shattuck's corner, along North street to King street, thence along King street, connecting with Main street, at Bliss corner. This work has been done for, say eight hundred dollars less than the engineer's estimate for the original plan.
Work was commenced on the reservoir in April. Pipe laying began May 8th, and was completed and water let on August 5th. In accordance with the terms of the contract the work was guaranteed for six months. During this time there was three leaks discovered, one from insufficient calking of a joint, one from a cracked pipe, and one from a sand hole. Neither of the breaks were serious, and were repaired in a short time.
We congratulate the inhabitants of the town that they have secured a never-failing supply of the purest water, with force sufficient to throw a stream over our highest buildings, and we firmly believe that in the near future this system of water works will be a source of income to the town, as well as a blessing to its inhabitants.
J. B. LOWELL, E. B. DICKINSON,
D. W. WELLS,
Water Commissioners.
HATFIELD, Mass., March 1st, 1897.
I have examined the books" and vouchers of the Treasurer of the Board of Water Commissioners, and find them correct.
E. B. DICKINSON, Auditor.
HATFIELD, Mass., March 1st, 1897.
TREASURER'S REPORT.
W. C. DICKINSON, TREASURER IN ACCOUNT WITH THE TOWN OF HATFIELD.
DR.
To cash received from C. W. Wolfrom, col.,
(old account,) $276 98
C. W. Wolfrom, col. 12,109 42
National Bank Tax, 1,205 69
School Fund, 362 58
Corporation Tax, 356 38
Dog Fund, 143 84
State for School Dist., 137 93
City Northampton, tui. 127 50
District Court, fines and forfeitures, 98 00
A. D. & L. E. Bartlett,
sup. S. D. Bartlett,
88 21
Rent of Town Hall,
65 00
Nelson Allair, aid fur-
nished Anthony Allair 26 00
State Aid, 24 00
Trans. State Paupers, 3 00
Pool License, 2 00
Grass on Mem. Ground, 1 00
-$15,027 53
Fire Apparatus Loan,
1,000 00
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30
TO CASH RECEIVED FROM TEMPORARY LOANS.
Hampshire Savings Bank,
$2,000 00
66
66
1,000 00
66
1,000 00
66
66 66
2,000 00
-
$6,000 00
Balance due the Treasurer,
488 62
$22,516 15
CR.
By bal. due Treasurer from old account,
$943 29
Cash paid Selectmen's Orders,
11,536 99
County Tax,
1,662 71
Interest on Water Bonds,
1,200 00
State Tax,
735 00
Interest on Notes,
230 25
Insurance,
157 50
Fees and Expenses,
40 93
National Bank Tax,
9 48
-$16,516 15
BY CASH PAID ON TEMPORARY LOANS.
Hampshire Savings Bank,
$2,000 00
66
66
1,000 00
66
66
1,000 00
66
66
2,000 00
$6,000 00
$22,516 15
IN ACCOUNT WITH C. W. WOLFROM, COLLECTOR.
DR. 5
To cash received. Orders on abatement,
$276 98
16 00
$292 98
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CR.
By balance uncollected taxes, 1895-96, $265 88
Interest on taxes,
27 10
$292 98
IN ACCOUNT WITH C. W. WOLFROM, COLLECTOR.
DR.
To cash received,
$12,109 42
Discount on taxes,
99 99
Orders of abatement,
43 80
Balance uncollected taxes,
157 85
-$12,411 06
CR.
By assessors warrant, 1896-97,
$12,400 40
Addition to warrant,
10 66
12,411 06
IN ACCOUNT WITH WATER SYSTEM.
DR.
Cash received from sale of $30,000 Water Bonds,
$31,635 33
Int. on deposits to Jan. 1, 1897,
414 31
-$32,049 64
CR.
By cash paid Selectmen's Order, (old account,) 758 93
By cash paid Selectmen's Orders, (new ac't,) 2,598 66 Water Commissioners Orders, 26,722 69
Balance, 1,969 36
32,049 64
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SUMMARY.
Four per cent, (30 years) Water Bonds,
$30,000 00
Fire Apparatus Loan,
1,000 00
Due the Treasurer,
488 62
$31,488 62
From Water System Account,
$1,969 36
Sinking Fund,
561 00
Uncollected Taxes,
157 85
Due from C. D. Bardwell,
54 60
Due State on Pauper account,
45 02
Due from State Aid,
24 00
Due from City of Northampton,
14 00
Rent of Town Hall,
8 00
$2,833 83
Balance against the Town,
$28,654 79
I have examined the books of the Treasurer, and find them correct.
E. B. DICKINSON, Auditor. HATFIELD, March 2d, 1897.
TOWN CLERK'S REPORT.
The vital statistics of the Town of Hatfield, for the year 1896, are as follows :
BIRTHS BY MONTHS.
NO.
MALES.
FEMALES
January,
3
2
1
February,
1
1
0
March,
2
2
0
April,
2
1
1
May,
1
0
1
June,
5
#
1
4
July,
5
4
1
August,
2
1
1
September,
5
3
2
October,
4
3
1
November,
2
2
0
December,
2
1
1
Total,
34
21
13
BIRTHPLACE OF PARENTS.
Father.
Mother.
Born in United States,
17
17
Poland,
7
7
Sweden,
1
1
Canada,
4
2
33
34
Ireland,
0
2
-
Births for five previous years :
1891
1892
1893
1894
1895
24
33
24
29
19
MARRIAGES BY MONTHS.
NO.
February,
1
April,
3
May,
1
June,
2
October,
2
November,
3
December,
1
Total,
13
First marriage of both parties, 11.
The oldest and youngest grooms were 48 and 25 years of age respectively.
The oldest and youngest brides were 39 and 19 years of age respectively.
BIRTHPLACE OF PERSONS MARRIED.
Groom.
Bride.
Born in the United States,
11
10
Canada,
1
1
Poland,
1
1
Germany,
0
1
-
Total,
13
13
Number of certificates issued from this office, 13.
Marriages for five previous years:
1891
1892
1893
1894
1895
11
13
10
16
13
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DEATHS BY MONTHS.
NO.
MALES.
FEMALES.
April,
3
1
2
May,
2
2
0
July,
4
3
1
August,
3
2
1
September,
1
1
0
October,
1
1
0
November,
3
2
I
December,
1
1
0
Totals.
18
13
5
NO.
MALES.
FEMALES.
Under one year of age,
3
3
0
Between 1 and 5 years,
5 and 10,
0
0
0
2
1
1
66
20 and 30,
0
0
0
66
30 and 40,
0
0
0
66
40 and 50,
0
0
0
50 and 60,
2
0
2
60 and 70,
4
3
1
66
70 and 80,
4
3
1
80 and 90,
2
2
0
Total,
18
13
5
Age of oldest person deceased, 88 years.
BIRTHPLACE OF PERSONS DECEASED.
NO
MALES.
FEMALES.
Born in the United States,
14
11
3
Ireland,
2
1
1
Germany,
2
1
1
-
-
Total,
- 18
13
5
5
10 and 20,
1
1
36
Death rate for five previous years:
1891
1892
1893
1894
1895
23
40
18
23
17
Causes of deaths classified according to nomenclature adopted by State Board of Registration.
ZYMOTIC DISEASES,
Typhoid Fever, 1
CONSTITUTIONAL DISEASES.
Phthisis (Consumption Lungs,)
1
LOCAL DISEASES.
Heart Disease,
4
Apoplexy,
2
Cephalitis,
1
Insanity,
1
Gastritis,
1
Pneumonia,
1
Urenic poisoning,
1
Tumor,
1
DEVELOPMENTAL DISEASES.
Still Born,
2
VIOLENT DEATHS.
Accidental Drowning,
1
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NAMES OF PERSONS DECEASED.
Mrs. Georgo Pfeiffer,
Fred J. Patrick,
Mrs. Elihu Marsh,
Edward J. Ormon,
Samuel F. Billings,
Philetus S. Elwell,
Harold F. Warner,
Mrs. Julia A. Dickinson,
Samuel D. Bartlett,
Rufus Cowles, Alonzo L. Howes,
John Chandler,
Mrs. Michael Barry,
William Boyle,
Miss Catherine Mullins, Alvin Sanderson.
38 DOGS.
The number of dogs licensed during the year ending No- vember 30, 1896, with the receipts and settlement of the account with the County Treasurer, is as follows :
RECEIPTS.
85 male dogs, at $2.00 each,
$170 00
3 female dogs, at $5.00 each,
15 00
$185 00
Less fees 88 dogs, at 20 cents each,
17 60
.
$167 40
$167 40
Paid County Treasurer,
Amount paid County Treasurer on this account for the five previous years.
1891
189
1893
1894
1895
$150 00
$144 00
$145 80
$153 00
$153 00
Respectfully submitted,
WM. D. BILLINGS, Town Clerk.
REPORT
OF THE
SCHOOL COMMITTEE
FOR THE
YEAR ENDING MARCH 1, 1897.
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TEACHERS AND SALARIES.
NAMES.
WHERE FITTED.
SCHOOL.
TIME.
PAY.
Margaret Allair.
Westfield Normal School
Center Grammar Center Primary 66
The Year
$305 00
Mabel Bradford .
Smith Academy
One Term
71 50
Mabel Barton .
Bridgewater Normal School
Two Terms
187 50
Mary Breor. .
Smith Academy
The Year
305 00
Mrs. George Carlton .
Smith Academy
Hill Grammar Hill Primary 66
One Term
88 00
Helen M. Smith .
Springfield Training School
Two Terms
175 00
Alice Dwight. .
W. H. Grammar
The Year
288 00
Mary E. Pelissier.
Hopkin's Academy
W. H. Primary West Brook
The Year
305 00
Lizzie E. Ryan. .
Smith Academy
The Year
288 00
Bertha Andrews .
North Hatfield 66
One Term
88 00
Emma Luce. .
COMMITTEE :
V
DAVID BILLINGS,
MRS. OSCAR BELDEN,
H. S. HUBBARD.
C. M. BARTON, Superintendent.
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Two Terms
162 50
ENROLLMENT, ATTENDANCE, ETC.
Center
Grammar
Center
Primary
Hill
Grammar
Hill
Primary
W. H.
Grammar
W. H.
Primary
W. Brook
N. Hatfield
Summary
No. of Pupils between 5 and 15 years
32
35
26
31
21
26
35
19
225
8 and 14
31
18
26
13
21
11
21
12
153
enrolled . .
32
35
26
33
22
30
35
19
232
Average Membership.
26.87
32.34
22.05
27.62
18.33
23.57
29.99
17.12
24.74
Average Attendance.
23.95
28.25
20.43
25.27
16.31
20.29
26.81
16.07
22.17
No. Pupils over 15 years.
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
1
No. Pupils under 5 years.
0
0 87.34
0
2
0
4
0
0
6
Per cent. of attendance.
89.15
92.65
91.49
88.98
86.08
89.38 36
93.87
89.87
No. weeks of School ..
36
36
36
36
36
36
36
36
41
0
SUPERVISOR'S REPORT.
To the School Committee :
Perhaps the most important matters receiving special attention the past year relate to the teaching of geography and arithmetic. The work of previous years has led to- wards the changes now more definitely decided upon ; but with new arithmetics suited to carrying out the aims in view, and a course of study in geography, pointing with some definiteness along the lines to be followed, considerable immediate prominence has been given to the teaching of those subjects.
As in all enlightened teaching the leading object has been mental discipline, mere than a mere working acquain- tance with subjects. Better methods of teaching are not understood to mean new expedients by which what was accomplished before can now be done in less time and with greater ease, but rather plans by which a more complete and healthful exercise of mind may be gained.
In arithmetic original thought is required in the pro- cesses, as well as in the use of the promblems only as here- tofore. Fixed methods of proceeding and formal reasons for them are not given but by diagram work on a skillful arrangement of related processes, the pupil is led to find his own ways of reaching his object. This greatly enlarges ·
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the field of independent thought, and calls into exercise faculties not so commonly awakened in learning arithmetic. Especially may be mentioned alertness of mind, invention, and discovery, which give life and interest to an otherwise dull subject, and also are among faculties most useful in practical life.
Geography teaching has been made to involve more strictly the subject in its modern form, in which it has be- come a system of causes and effects, and general facts, involving in its study reason and other faculties used in the business affairs of life. The course of study which the committee have had printed for the convenience of teach- ers, was prepared to lead the pupil to exercise these facul- ties, and especially to become accustomed to balance his own judgment, and bring definiteness and finish to his thought. Little is gained if the teacher collect the pupil's vague conceptions for him, and relieve him of responsibility for his conclusions. Studying a text book is equally profit- less, in which he finds his conclusions ready drawn and his language chosen.
I think that the opportunities of the schools for train- ing, other than intellectual, is liable to be underestimated. Drawing has many sides,-construction drawing, decorative drawing, color work, etc. Language culture is made a dis- · tinct department. Literary taste is developed in the sup- plemental reading, and in other ways. The government of the school, in so far as it can be effected without coercive measures, distinctly elevates the moral sentiments above bare tendencies, and makes the child master of himself. The teacher too in proportion as good sentiments have been cultivated in her will, find opportunity in the various incidents of the school, to impress them upon her pupils.
These considerations seem to justify the change from the stand to vertical writing :- 1st, the necessity for it for those wishing to become teachers, accountants, etc. 2d .-- The ease and rapidity with which the small pupil acquires
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it. The advantage thus gained for both teacher and pupil in the early school work is apparent, while the child who advances but little way in school, is likely nevertheless to acquire a fairly good and perfectly legible handwriting for future use.
At the opening of the fall term the drawing and writing in the six schools in the south part of the town, was put under the care of two teachers, one for each department, who each occupied one day in a week for it, going from building to building to give the lessons. To keep the schools occupied, it was necessary that the rooms of the special teachers should be taught that part of the time in which they were not used for the special work, by the teacher from the other room of the building. As three special teachers and three departments were required to have all the time employed, some instruction was arranged for in the elements of manual training for a third teacher. The time lost while teachers were going from building to building, was not great, a part being during recess time, and gave the pupil no more recreation than the close special work made it necessary for him to have. The plan closely conformed to department teaching, which is gaining atten- tion and trial in some parts of the state, with this addition- al in its favor, that the subjects taught are those usually given to special teachers, because they rarely do well other- wise. It received favorable notice from several educators from outside. It was not proposed as better than the employment of special teachers, but only as a substitute for it, till some better way was provided.
This explanation seems necessary to correct some mis- apprehensions of the purpose and working of the plan.
RESPECTFULLY,
C. M. BARTON, Superintendent.
ANNUAL REPORTS
OF THE
TOWN OFFICERS
OF THE
TOWN OF HATFIELD,
HATFIELD
676
INDUSTRY
PROSPERITY
FOR THE YEAR
Ending March 1, 1898,
NORTHAMPTON, MASS. THE HERALD PRINTING HOUSE. 1898.
RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR MAINTAIN- ING ORDER IN TOWN MEETINGS.
Ist. The Moderator shall preserve decorum and order ; may speak on points of order in preference to others : and shall decide all questions of order.
2d. When any voter shall require a question to be deter- mined by yeas or nays, the Moderator shall take the sense of the meeting in that manner, provided one-third of the voters present are in favor of it.
3d. He shall propound all questions in the order in which they are moved, unless the subsequent be previous in its na- ture ; except that, in naming sums and fixing times, the lar- gest sum and longest time shall be first.
4th. When a question is under debate, the Moderator shall receive no question but to adjourn, to lay on the table, for the previous question, to postpone to an hour certain, to amend or postpone indefinitely : which several motions shall have pre- cedence in the order in which they stand arranged.
5th. When two or more happen to rise at once, the Mod- erator shall name the one who shall speak first.
6th. No voter shall speak more than seven minutes at any one time nor more than twice on the same question without first obtaining leave of the meeting.
7th. All Committees shall be appointed and announced by . the Moderator, unless otherwise especially directed by the meeting.
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8th. When any voter shall make a motion, and such a motion shall be seconded by another, the same shall be received and considered by the meeting and not otherwise.
9th. When a vote has passed, it shall be in order for any one of the majority to move for a reconsideration thereof ; and when a motion of reconsideration is decided, that decision shall not be reconsidered.
Ioth. No one shall be allowed to stand up to the interrup- tion of another while anyone is speaking, or pass unnecessarily between the Moderator and person speaking.
IIth. Every motion shall be reduced to writing, if the Moderator desires it.
12th. Any voter may call for a division of the question, when the sense will admit of it.
13th. No motion or proposition of a subject different from that under consideration shall be admitted under color of amendment.
14th. When a vote is doubted, the voters for or against the question, when called on by the Moderator, shall rise and stand uncovered till they shall be counted.
15th. Individuals while speaking shall stand uncovered, and address the Moderator.
16th. No person shall be permitted to stand on the seats.
17th. A motion to adjourn without date shall be debatable ; but a motion to adjourn to a day certain shall not be debatable.
18th. No person shall be permitted to smoke in this house.
ARTICLES IN THE WARRANT FOR TOWN
MEETING, MARCH 21, 1898.
ARTICLE I .- To choose a Moderator to preside at said meeting.
ART. 2 .- To choose all necessary town officers, including one member of the School Committee for three years, one member of the Board of Water Commissioners for three years, one member of the Sinking Fund Commissioners for three years, one member of Library Trustees for three years.
ART. 3 .- To choose an Elector under the will of the late ' Oliver Smith, Esq.
ART. 4 .- To revise and accept the list of Jurors reported by the Selectmen.
ART. 5 .- To hear the reports of the Selectmen, Treasurer, School Committee, Superintendent of Schools, Water Commis- sioners, and Sinking Fund Commissioners, and act thereon.
ART. 6 .- To receive and pass on Town accounts.
ART. 7 .- To take action in relation to raising money to de- fray the necessary expenses of the Town for the ensuing year.
ART. 8 .- To take action in relation to the maintenance and repairs of Highways and Bridges for the ensuing year.
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ART. 9 .- To see what action the Town will take in rela- tion to the prompt payment of taxes the ensuing year.
ART. 10 .- To see if the Town will make an appropriation for Memorial Day.
ART. II .- To take action in relation to the support of the Poor for the ensuing year.
ART. 12 .- To vote by ballot "Yes" or "No" on the ques- tion "Shall licence be granted for the sale of intoxicating liq- uors in this Town for the ensuing year."
ART. 13 .- To see if the Town will employ a teacher of Music in the Public Schools for the ensuing year.
ART. 14 .- To see if the Town will make an appropriation for the care of Cemeteries the ensuing year.
ART. 15 .- To see if the Town will appropriate money for the payment of tuition of Hatfield children in Smith Academy, who are of suitable age and attainments to attend High School.
ART. 16 .- To see if the Town will make an appropriation for special repairs on School Houses. .
ART. 17 .- To see if the Town will make an appropriation for Superintendent of Schools, under chap. 431,acts of 1888 as amended by chap. 200, acts of 1893.
ART. 18 .- To see if the Town will make an appropriation for the Public Library for the ensuing year.
ART. 19 .- To see if the Town will make an appropriation to build an iron bridge to replace the so-called Pine Bridge in North Meadow.
ART. 20 .- To see if the Town will make an appropriation to build an iron bridge on Depot road.
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ART. 21 .- To see if the Town will accept as a Town way the road in North Hatfield, as laid out by the road Commis- sioners, in 1896.
ART. 22 .- To see if the Town will accept the clock to be placed in the church tower, and make an appropriation for maintenance of the same.
ART. 23 .- To see if the Town will make an appropriation for enforcement of the Liquor laws the ensuing year.
SELECTMEN'S REPORT.
To the Inhabitants of the Town af Hatfield :
Your Selectmen submit the following report of the expenses of the Town, for the year ending March Ist, 1898.
POOR.
We have the following named persons boarding in families : Patrick Russell, aged 71, at $2.50 per week. Lettie Wheeler, aged 18, at $2.50 per week. Maud Remiliard, aged 14, at $6 per month.
AT THE NORTHAMPTON ALMS HOUSE.
Sidonie Vollinger, aged 85, at $2.75 per week. Arnold Graves, aged 16, at $2.50 per week.
AT THE N. L. HOSPITAL.
A. M. Richmond, aged 66, at $3.25 .per week. F. L. Mosher, aged 35, at $3.25 per week. Theodore Sikes, aged 52, at $3.25 per week. James Murray, aged 28, at $3.25 per week.
POOR EXPENDITURES.
N. L. Hospital, board of A. M. Richmond, $169 46 F. L. Mosher, 169 46
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Theodore Sikes, $169 46
James Murray, 169 46 Lewis D. Raboin, 16 71
Myrane Waite, 13 93
Northampton Almshouse, board of
Sidone Vollinger, 143 42
Arnold Graves,
130 33
F. F. Guilford, Clothes, “
6 15
Clifford Russell, board of Patrick Russell, 130 00
Adella Allair, .
" Maud Remiliard,
72 00
66 clothes 15 IO
Mrs. H. S. Hubbard, board of Lettie Wheeler, 130 00
Mrs. Dwight Dickinson, board of Dwight Morton, 102 00
Charles A. Byrne, medical attendance of Henry Wheeler, 18 50
R. E. Edwards, burial of Henry Wheeler, 19 50
Charles A. Bryne, medical attendance Dwight. Morton, 51 00
J. C. Fahey, medical attendance of Sidonie Vollinger, 7 50
City of Northampton, aid rendered
Mrs. Daniel Doolan, 29 00
City of Northampton, aid rendered Alfred Martin and family, 25 90
R. E. Edwards, casket, box and robe,
for Dwight Morton, 35 00
J. M. Fay, medical attendance of Dwight Morton, 5 00
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