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"The boys and girls in Miss Wood's room in Grades IV and V carried out the above democratic procedures through a project in Geography. They made posters representing the different states and countries that were studied. The children were divided into groups. Each group had specific duties to perform to con- tribute to the success of the whole project.
"The boys and girls in Miss Ballou's room in Grades III and IV developed a project in Geography also, concerning the continent of Africa. The children discussed the best means of developing the various phases of the problem. They decided to represent the physical features of Africa through a large map and the living habits of the people by building clay and paper villages. The various committees were assigned specific tasks. The children carried on their work largely in spare time over a period of several weeks. Practically no adult help was given. Each group did its own work demonstrating a feeling of responsibility for the whole project. A great deal of supple- mentary reading was done as the groups vied for accuracy and detail. A great increase in the facility to express ideas and the courtesy with which ideas were exchanged was noted.
"The boys and girls in Miss Clampitt's room in Grade II practiced cooperative living by making a class newspaper. Children were divided into groups to carry out the various duities that had to be done to publish the paper. Children learned to evaluate news items as to their interest and appeal to readers. The children gained power in oral and written expression. They
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also gained in tolerance for one another's ideas. They learned that what is expressed either in oral or written form is not always true but that it needs careful reading and thought to determine its value.
"The children in Grade I demonstrated their growth in cooperative living through their circus project. The children first discussed their knowledge of a circus. Plans were then made for attendance at the Ringling Brothers Circus at the Boston Garden. The children decided upon the number of adult tickets and the number of children's tickets needed. They discussed the proper manners for such a trip. They recorded the things they wished to find out about the circus and checked these things upon their return. They decided to give a circus to the entire school and to their parents and friends. Committees were chosen to perform the numerous tasks of the undertaking. Each group had specific duties to carry through. All controversial topics were settled by voting and accepting the vote of the majority. The children evaluated their performance following their circus. They then were divided again into committees to record in permanent form their circus experience by painting a frieze to hang in their classroom. Besides the experience with the many pertinent problems relating to reading, writing. and arithmetic the children gained much development in self-expression, co- operative group living, leadership, in evaluating the accomplish- ments of others. in appreciating work well done regardless of who the child was or what he was, and in social sensitivity by expressing in written form their appreciation to the chaperones for the trip.
"The above merely represents some of the ways in which the boys and girls at the Primary School were trained for democratic living. Every teacher is wholly conscious of the great responsi- bility which is hers. namely. to train the boys and girls of this great democratic nation to assume their place as intelligent, active, and participating citizens of the United States of America."
MUSIC Mrs. Harriet F. Washburn, Supervisor
"Continued progress is being made in the music work. The application of the theory work to the oral reading is a great help in improving the speed and accuracy of the reading of music.
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"The Rhythm work is done under two heads: the Rhythm Orchestra in the primary grades, and Eurhythmics in all of the grades. The response of the children to the latter is a delight to see as they enter fully into the spirit of the work. Rhythmic pattern in 2/2, 3/4, 4/4 and 6/8 time were developed and a correlation made between theory and practice. We have taught the children to march in certain formations, to do square dances and Swedish folk dances.
"Some of the teachers have done a great deal of work in Music Appreciation, not only by listening to the Music Apprecia- tion Hour and the School of the Air, but by developing their own programs. Attentive, intelligent listening is so important and this is stressed during these periods. They have learned many things about the composers whose music they have heard. They have also learned to recognize different instruments and their individual tones.
"The Glee Club in the sixth, seventh, and eighth grades . is enjoyed by all of us. Here they learn to work together harmoniously. Quite often the children choose the songs they want to sing and a distinct improvement, in the type of song they choose, is noticed. Last spring the Glee Clubs in the two buildings presented the operetta, 'What's the Matter With Sally.' The music was attractive, the story interesting and the children not only got pleasure out of doing it, but gave pleasure as well to their parents and friends. They did their part in helping with the Grammar School Graduation.
"Beginning in September the High School made Glee Club an elective, and it is a distinct improvement over past ways. The boys and girls apparently enjoy singing and are willing to work hard.
"The High School Orchestra, although small, has worked hard and happily. Miss Boright has helped us greatly by joining us in our weekly rehearsals and in whatever programs we have presented.
"Some of the High School people went to the Opera last year. We particularly enjoyed 'The Love of Three Kings' as the composer conducted the opera and Grace Moore sang the leading role. In May a few of us went to the Pops Concerts and enjoyed a fine program. Class lessons in Instruments were started again this fall, a little late, as Mr. Burack had taken a
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new position and it was difficult to get someone to take his place. Mr. Walter Dole has started the lessons and there are ten children studying violins, mandolins, trumpets, clarinet, marimba and accordion.
"It is good that we can have music to help us realize that there are still beautiful things that can be expressed in an universal language. 'In these terrible times we must have spiritual food to replenish our souls, and for many of us that food is music.'
"The teaching staff and your splendid cooperation have helped greatly to make the music work successful. I am indeed grateful for that cooperation."
ART
Mrs. Rowena B. Rice, Supervisor
" 'Art is Utility Idealized' and made practical in our every day lives. It enables us to have a greater understanding of the application of color and design principles to our clothing and homes.
"During the past year, the art work in the High School has been similar in principle to previous years with varied problems. New materials have been tried with much success such as thin copper modelled for wall plaques, sculptered ani- mals and figures from clay, then fired and glazed, carved leather belts, etc., more advanced life drawing, numerous five minute sketches, in water color, pastel, pencil, and lithograph crayon. Screen printing was developed more successfully. Large murals correllating with history, English and geography were made in the high school and grades.
"Animal poster awards were made this year to: Clifford Cooper, first prize; Richard Cooper, second prize, and Barbara Paquin, honorable mention. Claire Voyer designed the cover for the school report and screen printed it. Exhibit of block and screen-printed Christmas cards were exhibited in local store windows. Plainville High School Art Room walls and wood work were painted by members of the High School art classes. The pupils join me in gratitude for the new table and stools recently added to the equipment of the High School art room.
"Again my gratitude to the Superintendent, principals, and teachers for their fine cooperation in the advancement of art."
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SCHOOL PHYSICIAN
Dr. John T. Cotter
The following statement by the school physician, states his general observation on the health of the pupils, based on the annual physical examinations. These examinations were very thorough and extensive. A special examination and a written approval were required this year for the first time of any students taking part in High School athletics.
"During the months of December 1941 and January 1942 the annual physical examination of the Plainville School children was done. The results observed were quite satisfactory. It was necessary to restrict one student as far as athletics is concerned. In many of the students where dental and tonsil work had been recommended the previous year, this had been attended to, with resulting improvement. The dental problem seems to be the major issue at present, and second to this is the nose and throat problem. It is hoped that there will be further cooperation during the coming year in regard to the clinics and a better general health average will be attained as a result."
HEALTH
School Nurse, Mrs. Ruah M. Harris
Instead of having the pre-school examination in the school, which has been our custom in previous years, this year this group of children were examined at the "Well Child Conference" which was conducted by the Massachusetts State Department of Health, under the direction of Miss Christine B. Higgins, the representa- tive of that department. The chairman cooperating for the local committee was Mrs. Ruth Weir. Assistants were Mrs. Isabel Maddocks, Mrs. Ruah Harris and a large group of mothers. Dur- ing the past year the usual T. B. clinic was held, the Audiometer tests were given for hearing, and the diphtheria clinic held. The results of the annual examinations by Dr. John T. Cotter, giving the health statistics of these examinations were filed with her report. Mrs. Harris expressed in her report her great appre- ciation for the personal kindness of Mrs. Isabel Maddocks, who was substitute nurse while Mrs. Harris was ill.
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The Junior Red Cross contribution was $16.81, making a total of $34.54 in this health fund. The gift of two sets of health books for all teachers, from the Christmas Seal Sale fund, was acknowledged.
NURSERY SCHOOL
The very fine work which Mrs. Munroe, with the assistance of Miss Florence Bolton as cook, had done in the Nursery School continued during the past year until nearly the end of the spring term, when this school was closed along with many of the Federal Nursery Schools in this state. In past reports I have commented very favorably upon the value of the Nursery School training and the interest which Mrs. Munroe had given to this work since the start of the Nursery School program in the state. Every effort was made through the state officials to have this work continued, but decreased federal appropriations made it impossible to continue.
CLOSING
To the members of the School Committee I wish to express my appreciation of your constant efforts and interest in the progress of the Plainville Schools.
Respectfully submitted,
LAURENCE G. NOURSE,
Superintendent of Schools
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PLAINVILLE HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION EXERCISES JUNE 19, 1941
Program
Processional Seniors
Invocation Reverend J. Melbourne Bowmar
High School Orchestra
Selection from "The Bohemian Girl" Balfe
The Plainville High School on Trial
The Prosecution will charge that the Plainville High School does not meet the obligations imposed upon it by the com- munity.
The Defense will argue that the School has followed the seven aims of education, thereby presenting opportunities for pupils.
1. To develop healthy bodies
2. To gain command of fundamental processes
3. To be worthy members of their homes
4. To prepare for vocations
5. To train for citizenship
6. To learn worthy use of leisure time
7. To aim for high ethical character
High School Chorus
1. Selected
2. It's Great To Be An American Crane
Presentation of Awards to the Graduates and Undergraduates
Plainville High School Alumni Awards by Mr. LeRoy B. Wilson
Vice-President of the P. H. S. Alumni Association
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Washington and Franklin History Medal awarded by the
Massachusetts Society of the Sons of the American Revolution
Good Citizenship Pilgrimage Award of the
Daughters of the American Revolution
Diplomas presented by Mr. Henry S. Tamblyn,
Chairman of the School Committee
Benediction Reverend J. Melbourne Bowmar
Recessional
Graduates
Class Officers
President Clifford John Perreault
Vice President
Eleanor Claire Voyer
Secretary Thelma Wheeler
Treasurer Ruth Frances Tootill
Valedictorian Thelma Wheeler Eleanor Claire Voyer
Salutatorian
Class Roll
College Preparatory Course
Howard Ballou Bigelow
Anne Elizabeth Durfee
George Clifton Travers, Jr. Eleanor Claire Voyer
Commercial Course
Marjorie Anderson Jeannette Leona Caron Patricia Heintz
Sophie Miller
Beatrice May Sylvia Ruth Frances Tootill Thelma Wheeler Louisa White
General Course
Harold Bradford Bennett Walter McKechnie
Clifford John Perreault Kenneth Donald Snell
Class Motto
"Ever forward, Never backward"
Class Colors
Class Flower
Maroon and White
White Rose
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PLAINVILLE GRAMMAR SCHOOL GRADUATION EXERCISES, JUNE 12, 1941
Program
Invocation Rev. J. Melbourne Bowmar
The Pillars Of Our Democracy
A series of original scenes produced by the class of 1941, under the direction of the teachers.
Our democracy is the product of innumerable ideals which make us the most desirable nation in which to live. To maintain this priceless heritage its citizens must promote and preserve these ideals in order that our democratic civilization may survive.
Spirit of Democracy Betty Chabot
Scene I-Patriotism Ronald Gardner
Salute to the Flag Audience
This Flag of Ours Glee Club
Scene II-Education Alice Sharron
Scene III-Conservation Vivian Brin
Trees Violin, Miss Trulson
Scene IV-Tolerance Margaret Perreault
Swedish Folk Dance
Scene V-Ethical Character Elizabeth Sweeting
Scene VI-Participation in Civic Affairs Donald Everett Town Meeting
Scene VII-Worthy Home Membership Arlene Waldron
Home, Sweet Home Glee Club
Scene VIII-Health and Safety Marilyn Proal
Think About Your Safety Glee Club
SceneIX-Worthy Use of Leisure Time Robert Armitage A group of Medleys Glee Club
Scene X-Freedom Barbara Oldham I am an American Graduating Class and Glee Club
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Processional
Presentation of American Legion School Awards, John Edward McNeill Post No. 217, Commander Charles E. Russell
Presentation of Diplomas by Mr. Sidney A. Maddocks,
Plainville School Committee
Class Song
Graduates
Benediction
Rev. J. Melbourne Bowmar
Miss Prakseda L. Gricius
Principal
Miss Beatrice V. Trulson Teacher
Mr. John R. Sanderson Teacher
Music under the direction of
Mrs. Harriet F. Washburn, Supervisor of Music
Scenery under the direction of
Mrs. Rowena B. Rice, Supervisor of Art
List of Graduates
Robert Peary Armitage
Vivian Marie Brin
Alice Betty Chabot
Walter Lee Coleman
David B. Dickinson
Clara Agnes Evans
Charles Edwin Harris Leona Emelda Malo Frank Edward Miller Barbara Oldham Margaret Mary Perreault Marilyn Ann Proal
Donald Wallace Everett Alden Eugene Rammel Russell Edward Fisette Alice M. Sharron Ronald Edmund Gardner Elizabeth Howe Sweeting
Mildred Arlene Waldron
Class Motto "Impossible is Un-American"
Class Flower
Red Rose
Class Colors
Blue and Gold
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STATISTICS
Extracts from the School Census of October 1941
Males
Females
Total
Pupils between 5 and 7
23
18
41
Pupils between 7 and 16
98
88
186
121
106
227
Sight and Hearing Tests
Number of pupils examined
238
Number of pupils found defective in eyesight
21
Number of pupils found defective in hearing
7
Number of notices sent to parents
28
Work Certificates
Number of employment certificates issued
5
Number of educational certificates issued 78
Average number of days the Elementary Schools were in session 178
Number of days the High School was in session 184
Perfect Attendance for the School Year 1940 - 1941
High School-Howard Bigelow, Ethel Dodge, William Dorothy, Charles Dorothy, Malcolm Grant.
Grade 8-Milton Bacheller, Donald Everett, Russell Fisette, Ronald Gardner, Frank Miller, Alice Sharron, Arlene Waldron.
Grade 7-Edward Beetlestone, Paul Nadeau, Sheldon Smith, Frances Voyer.
Grade 6-Miriam Gardner.
Grade 5-Mildred Franklin, William Pineault, Frank Voyer.
Grade 4-Raymond Fulton.
MEMBERSHIP BY AGE AND GRADE, OCTOBER 1, 1941 GIRLS
Ages
5
6
7
8
8
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
Totals
Grade 1
4
6
10
Grade 2
1
6
3
10
Grade 3
1
4
1
6
Grade 4
5
5
3
13
Grade 5
4
6
1
11
Grade 6
2
7
3
1
13
Grade 7
4
1
1
6
Grade 8
4
1
1
2
14
High School
1st year
2ยช
4
4
10
2nd year
6
1
7
3rd year
2
2
1
5
4th year
2
7
1
10
Totals
. 4
7
7
12
10
11
12
8
9
7 14
5
7
2
115
BOYS
.
Ages
5
6
7
8
8
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
Totals
Grade 1
7
5
12
Grade 2
2
5
2
1
10
Grade 3
4
5
1
3
13
Grade 4
1
4
2
3
10
Grade 5
3
4
1
1
9
Grade 6
3
2
2
2
1
10
Grade 7
3
6
4
1
1
15
Grade 8
5
3
3
1
2
1
15
High School
1st year
5
4
9
2nd year
6
3
9
3rd year
4
1
5
4th year.
.
5
2
1
8
Totals
7
7
9
8
9
10
8
17
14
15
9
8
3
1
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ATTENDANCE TABLE FOR THE YEAR ENDING JUNE 1941
Aggregate Attendance
Average Daily
Attendance
Total
Membership
Average
Membership
Per Cent. of
Attendance
Number of
Tardy Marks
Number of Dismissals
High School
11,231.
61.03
69
64.44
94.72
84
8
Grade 8
4,339.
24.24
28
25.32
95.74
7
12
Grade 7
5,457.
30.49
32
31.65
96.33
21
24
Grade 6
3,621.5
20.23
24
21.39
94.58
22
11
Grades 4 and 5
5,619.
31.75
39
33.61
94.47
32
13
Grades 3 and 4
5,507.5
31.12
48
34.03
91.44
24
0
Grade 2
3,169.
17.90
23
19.25
91.44
16
0
Grade 1
2,846.5
16.08
22
18.28
87.95
0
14
-
41,790.5
232.84
285
247.97
93.33
206
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LIST OF TEACHERS - January 1, 1942
School
Name
Where Educated
Date of Appt.
High School F. Sumner Turner, Principal
Dartmouth, A.B. Harvard, Ed.M.
1941
Alfred W. Dickinson
Brown University, A.B.
1941
Donald W. Read
Boston University, A.B., A.M. 1941
Alison R. Boright
Boston University, B.S. 1940
Grammar 8 Prakseda L. Gricius, Principal
Bridgewater State Teachers College, B.S. in Ed. 1937
Grammar 7
Beatrice V. Trulson
Bridgewater State Teachers College, B.S. in Ed. 1939
Grammar 6 John R. Sanderson
Harvard, A.B.
Bridgewater State Teachers College, M.Ed. 1940
Primary 4 & 5
Beatrice H. Wood
Framingham State Teachers College 1930
Smith College, A.B. 1940
Bridgewater State Teachers College, B.S. in Ed. 1941
Bridgewater State Teachers College, B.S. in Ed. 1939
.
Boston Teachers College 1927
Drawing Mrs. Rowena B. Rice
Worcester Art Museum School 1927
Primary 3 & 4 Frances A. Ballou
Primary 2 Suzanne F. Pratt
Primary 1 Madeline E. Bartell, Principal
Music Mrs. Harriet F. Washburn
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ANNUAL REPORT
REPORT OF PARK AND PLAYGROUND COMMISSIONERS
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen:
The Park and Playground Commissioners hereby submit their annual report.
During the year a picnic was held by the Junior Grange of Norfolk County.
Eight ball games were played and ten soft ball games.
A great deal of damage was done to the band stand and the bridge over the river last October by boys, which we are sorry to report.
A new diving board was purchased and apparatus repaired.
The entrance to the Park and walks to the Library should be fixed to correspond to the Fire Station.
We desire an appropriation of $500,00.
Respectfully submitted,
CLARENCE TELFORD, GEORGE HAYES, META A. SCHUBERT,
Park and Playground Commissioners
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Date of
Voucher To Whom Payable
Amount
June 4-Earl Bagley, 2 weeks' labor Harold Hemmingsen, 4 hours 1.60
$32.00
Rake 1.55
C. S. Cobb, Labor and supplies 8.70
June 18-W. A. Henry, Two tennis reels 6.60
W. H. Riley & Son, Loam and rolling 36.14
D. A. Flynn, Tennis net and tapes 25.75
John R. Sanderson, 11 hours' work 4.40
July 2-John R. Sanderson, 2 weeks' work 36.00
A. R. Brais, Lumber and supplies 18.84
Averill's Garage, Cotter pins .50
Schofield Hardware Co., Supplies 1.79
July 16-John R. Sanderson, 2 weeks' work 36.00 Plainville Spa, Paint and brushes 8.00
Leon Parmenter, Repairs 9.43
C. S. Cobb, Labor and repairs 3.60
Aug. 6-John R. Sanderson, 3 weeks' work 54.00
Plainville Spa, Supplies 3.39
Falk Bros., Plants for two beds 20.00
Aug. 20-John R. Sanderson, 2 weeks' work 36.00
Sept. 3-John R. Sanderson, 11/2 weeks' work
27.00
Averill's Garage, Delivering board 1.65
Plainville Co., 1 bag lime .50
Hussey Mfg. Co., Diving board 25.50
Nov. 5-John R. Sanderson, 12 hours' work
6.00
Chas. S. Cobb, Repairing mower 5.00
Chas. S. Cobb, Supplies 5.67
Dec. 30-W. H. Riley & Son, 53 yards loam
79.50
Total expended
$495.11
Unexpended balance 4.89
Appropriated
$500.00
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REPORT OF TOWN FOREST COMMITTEE
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen:
Gentlemen:
We herewith submit our annual report for the year ending December 31, 1941.
Appropriated
$125.00
Labor
$122.43
Express on trees 2.57
$125.00
Receipts from rent and paid to Town Treasurer $200.00.
At the East Bacon Street forest 1000 red pine trees were planted, and the usual work of cutting under brush, consisting about 10 acres. All wood roads running through the forest were cleaned of brush. Also at the Bristol Farm stand. About 2 acres of brush land off George Street has been cleaned for future tree planting.
Your committee recommends that $125.00 be appropriated for 1942.
Respectfully submitted,
GEORGE B. GREENLAY,
GEORGE H. SNELL, OSWIN C. WOODWARD,
Town Forest Committee
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REPORT OF THE ASSESSORS
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen and Citizens of the Town of Plainville:
Gentlemen:
The Board of Assessors hereby respectfully submit their report for the year ending December 31, 1941.
Town Appropriations $79,731.19
State Tax 4,455.00
County Tax
1,702.15
Tuberculosis Hospital 578.63
Overlay
2,440.66
State Parks and Reservations
65.94
Total
$88,973.57
Total estimated receipts $38,389.00
Voted from available funds 7,439.14
Total available funds $45,828.14
Number of polls, 574 $ 1,148.00
Total valuation, $1,491,220.00 at $29.00 43,295.06
Total taxes committed
$44,443.06
Excise Tax
Total number of cars assessed 830
Total valuation of cars
$251,430.00
Total excise tax
7,603.80
Total excise abatements: 1940 in 1941 19.47
1941 in 1941
335.75
Table of Aggregates
Number of persons. partnerships and corpora-
tions assessed on property 549
Valuation assessed personal estate
$ 227,070.00
Valuation assessed buildings 963,547.00
Valuation assessed land 300,603.00
Total real estate 1,491,220.00
Total valuation assessed Jan. 1, 1941 1,491,220.00
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Total tax on personal estate
6,650.38
Tax on real estate
36,644.68
Tax on polls
1,148.00
Total taxes
$44,443.06
Number of cows assessed 232
Number of horses assessed
24
Number of dwelling houses
424
Number of acres of land
. 6,360
Number of fowl
4,442
Abatements
Real estate abatements, 1939 in 1941 $29.89
1940 in 1941 2.00
Personal estate abatements, 1941 in 1941
92.80
Poll tax abatements, 1939 in 1941
None
1940 in 1941
2.00
1941 in 1941
98.00
Total abatements $224.69
Respectfully submitted,
WM. E. BLANCHARD,
CHARLES J. QUIRK, FRANK O. PATTON,
Board of Assessors, Plainville, Mass.
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REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON NEW FIRE STATION AND TOWN OFFICES
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen:
Gentlemen:
The "Building Committee" report is as follows:
Immediately after the second special town meeting in April, to appropriate sufficient funds for construction of a combina- tion building, housing the town offices and fire department, a contract was given to K. W. Richards, Inc. of Needham, Mass. Work started about the first of June and your board accepted it complete November 16.
We have now a fire station which will house this depart- ment for many years and a set of town offices which compare very favorably with towns of a much larger size.
We wish to thank you and all the departments for the co- operation we have received in this undertaking.
Appropriation
$25,000
Expended . $25,000
Respectfully submitted,
CHRISTIAN F. HENRICH,
ARTHUR L. CROWLEY, GERALD E. RILEY,
Building Committee
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REPORT OF TRUSTEES OF THE PUBLIC LIBRARY For the Year 1941
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen:
Gentlemen :
The same trustees have serve dthe Town as Library officials for the year 1941 as the previous year. The circulation remains at a fair percentage.
Many books have been donated to the Library and have been sent to many neighboring hospitals and army and navy reading rooms.
New books added 207
Circulation 9,452
Fiction 9,085
Non Fiction 367
School Deposit (estimated) 300
Date of
Voucher To Whom Payable
Amount
Total
Jan. 15-Fred W. Northup, Clerical
$5.50
$5.50
Feb. 5-Elmer C. Pease, Librarian Plainville Print, Supplies
13.00
.64
Chas. S. Cobb, Electric bulb
.25
$13.89
Mar. 6-Elmer C. Pease, Librarian
12.00
Plainville Coal Co., Wood
5.00
17.00
Mar. 19-DeWolfe Fiske Co., Books
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