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Dr. Benjamin Bleckman, Board of Health Physician
Dr. Raymond A. Horan, Board of Health Physician
Mr. George E. Gagnon, Plumbing Inspector
Mr. Spencer W. Chamberlin, Slaughtering Inspector
Mr. Charles G. Fuller. Animal Disposal Officer Mr. Harold F. Stott, Jr., Refuse Collection
Mr. Martin H. Maguire, Refuse Collection
*Mr. Frederick W. Bovill, Refuse Collection
From April 12, 1954 at the beginning of Weekly Refuse Pick-up
The reports of the School Nurse, the Plumbing Inspector, and the Animal Disposal Officer are contained elsewher in the Annual Town Report.
COMMUNICABLE DISEASES. REPORTED
In 1954 the reported communicable diseases showed that the childhood diseases, mumps in the first few months of 1954 and measles in December 1954, were well above the yearly medium.
There were four Poliomyelitis cases in Chelmsford last year. This was unfortunate but by no means of epidemic proportions. The Massachusetts of Public Health has plans under way to inoculate young children in every Massachusetts community with Dr. Salk's polio vaccine.
The following is a summary of communicable diseases reported in 1951, 1952, 1953 and 1954.
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REPORT OF THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT
1951
1952
1953
1954
Chicken Pox
13
113
64
5
Dog Bite
16
25
22
41
Dysentery, Amebic
0
2
0
0
Encephalitis
0
1
0
0
German Measles
0
0
0
2
Hepatitis, Infection
0
0
0
0
Measles
4
143
2
15
Meningitis
0
2
1
1
Mononucleosis, Infectious
0
0
1
0
Mumps
1
10
2
52
Poliomyelitis
0
1
0
4
Rabies
0
1
0
0
Scarlet Fever
7
2
3
3
Tetanus
0
1
0
0
Tuberculosis
1
0
1
2
Whooping Cough
3
0
0
2
SANITARY INSPECTIONS
Food Establishments
A summary of inspections conducted in those establishments of- ferring food and/or drink for public consumption is as follows:
Eating and/or drinking establishments
38
Grocery Stores
36
Bakeries
4
School Cafeterias
20
It was necessary to make extra inspections following Hurricane Carol in the Grocery Stores, because the electricity was turned off for a prolonged period. The storage of frozen foods and refrigerator items had to be checked.
The School Cafeterias and lunch rooms were shown to be in good condition. The Inspections were made unexpectedly and at times when the work loads were heaviest.
SEWAGE DISPOSAL
In 1954, 201 sewage system permits were issued. Most of these permits were for installation and construction of systems in new homes. By the end of December, 146 of these systems had their final inspections.
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REPORT OF THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT
The systems are designed for the type of soil in which they are installed. In some instances where the type of soil is doubtful, it is necessary to run percolation or seepage tests in the field. There were 40 percolation tests run on individual lots.
The subdivision or multiple lot plans need surveys, percolation tests and approval by the Health Department before the subdivision will be accepted by the Planning Board. Nine subdivisions were ap- proved by the Health Department in 1954.
Other Inspections and Visits
Other inspections and visits were as follows:
Communicable Disease Visits 25
School Inspections 20
Bathing Beach Inspections 9
Nuisance visits and Inspections 25
Soft Drink Plants
2
Board of Health Laboratory
The following are tests and sampling made in the Board of Health Laboratory in 1954.
Swab-Testing on eating utensils
(Chelmsford Restaurant Program) ..... 151
Swab-Testing on eating utensils
(Dracut, Restaurant Program)
78
Private Water Supply Tests 13
Milk Supply Tests 248
Bathing Beach Samples 12
The Dracut Restaurant Program was paid for by the Dracut Board of Health at a set fee per eating utensil tested. Another source of income to the Town of Chelmsford is the rental fee for the Laboratory from the Wilmington Board of Health.
The Bathing Beaches water samples tested well through the summer season. Of course the cool weather during the summer kept the beaches from being used to capacity.
The milk control program operated very well. A milk sample taken from the dealers every 11/2 months. The quality was consist- ently good.
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REPORT OF THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT
Refuse Collection
In the week of April 12, 1954 the Board of Health started a weekly refuse pick-up. After about a month's shake-down, the schedule was settled and operating effectively.
The pick-up schedule has occasionally been slowed up by truck break downs and storms, but the refuse collection was generally com- pleted by the end of the week. The Board would like to point out that there are no holiday pick-up's, that day's collection has to be put over until the next week.
The refuse collection crew, using the 16 yard truck picked up an estimated 11,000 cu. yds. of compressed refuse last year. Here are the figures:
Semi-Monthly Collection
January 1. to April 9
14 Weeks 2 Loads per day average
Total 2240 cu. yds., compressed
Weekly Collections April 12, to December 31
38 Weeks 3 Loads per Day Average
Total 9120 cu. yds. compressed
Grand Total 11,360 cu. yds. compressed ....
North Chelmsford Dump
The Town Dump in North Chelmsford has had the level raised 5 feet. This has been done by burning and compressing the refuse, and then covering with sand. This operation has saved money and will lengthen the period of use of the dump.
Estimated Income 1955
The following is the estimated income of the Health Department for 1955:
Plumbing Inspector's Fees $ 1600
Wood Alcohol Licenses 25
Milk Licenses 60
Bottling Plant Licenses 20
Sewage Systeni Permits 400
Miscellaneous Permits 2.0
Lab. Rental and Sanitarian Fees 600
State Subsidy for T. B. Patients 500
Estimated Total ...... $3,225.
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REPORT OF THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT
In Conclusion
The Board of Health hopes to have served the citizens of Chelmsford well in 1954. The success of any present or future health program is due to the cooperation and support of the townspeople.
The Board wishes to thank the Town Officials for their assist- ance throughout the past year.
Respectfully submitted
OLIVER A. REEVES, CHAIRMAN DR. CHARLES C. FARRINGTON EDMUND J. WELCH
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REPORT OF THE PLUMBING INSPECTOR
REPORT OF THE PLUMBING INSPECTOR
To the Honorable Board of Health:
Town of Chelmsford
Gentlemen:
Following is my report as Plumbing Inspector for the year ending December 31, 1954.
A total of 255 "Applications For Permits To Do Plumbing" were issued to licensed master plumbers. Of this nuumber 199 were for new construction and 56 for old buildings. It was necessary to make 215 Tests and 590 inspections before they were approved.
The lists of various plumbing fixtures installed follows:
Bathtubs
207
Lavatories
312
Water Closets
292
Showers
14
Kitchen sinks
132
Sink & Tray Combination
33
Double sinks
45
Service sinks
6
Sinks, veg. meat. etc.
8
Laundry trays
41
Clothes washers
21
Dish washers
3
Disposals
2
Hot water heaters
143
Urinals
26
Drinking fountains
2
Bubblers
24
Traps (grease)
3
Conn, clothes washers
19
Floor Drains
5
Roof Drains
5
Water Coolers
1
Total 1344
Respectfully submitted
GEORGE E. GAGNON
Inspector of Plumbing
177
REPORT OF THE HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
REPORT OF THE HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen: Town of Chelmsford
Gentlemen:
The following is a report of the work accomplished by the High- way Department for the year 1954.
A total of 98,014 gallons of asphalt was used on various town roads (Maintenance and Construction) with an additional 15,985 gallons used on Chapter 90 roads.
New streets accepted this year are as follows:
Birch Street
"Joyce Street
Diamond Street
Bellevue Street
Pleasant Avenue
Stevens Street
Edgelawn Avenue
Old Middlesex Turnpike
Carolyn Avenue Brian Road
New Spaulding Street
Eugenie Terrace
Waverly Avenue
Douglas Road
Erlin Road
Clear Street
Ideal Avenue
Wotton Street
Bradford Road
Brian Road and Eugenie Terrace were graveled and with the exception of Wotton Street and Carolyn Avenue the above streets were graveled and oiled,
Under Construction and Drainage the following work was accom- plished.
Mountview Road-1110 feet of 10" pipe, 102 feet 8" pipe in- stalled. This street was widened, graveled and oiled. Nine catch basins were built.
Putnam Avenue-325 feet 10" pipe installed, 1 catch basin built. This road was widened, graveled and oiled.
First Street-744 feet 10" pipe installed, 2 catch basins and one manhole built. This street was widened, graveled and oiled. Swain Road-88 feet 12" pipe installed. One catch basin built. Street oiled.
Woodbine Street-72 feet 8" pipe installed. Also 29' asphalt coated pipe installed. One catch basin built.
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REPORT OF THE HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
Crooked Spring Road-24 feet 15" plain concrete pipe installed. Marshall Street-36' reinforced concrete pipe installed to replace stone culvert.
Manahan Street-750 feet 8" pipe installed, 6 catch basins built. This street was widened, graveled and oiled.
Westford Street-315 feet 10" pipe installed, 3 catch basins built. 45 feet 24" asphalt coated pipe installed. Portion of this street was scarified and leveled, graveled, oiled and finished with a stone seal. The parking lot next to the Unitarian church was filled with gravel and brought to the road level. Part of this parking area was seeded and the remainder built into a parking lot.
Worthern Street-110 feet 10" pipe installed, one catch basin built ..
Byam Road-450 feet 8" pipe installed.
Acton Road-48 feet 30" pipe installed.
Mill Road -- 60 feet asphalt coated pipe installed, 2 catch basins built. Portion of street widened, graveled and oiled.
Groton Road-60 feet 12" pipe installed.
Tadmuck Road-28 feet 8" reinforced concrete pipe installed. Plum Street-441 feet 10" pipe installed, 3 catch basins built. Middlesex Street-339 feet 10" pipe installed, 1 catch basin built.
Tobin Avenue -- 410 feet 10" pipe installed, 2 catch basins built. Cottage Row-160 feet 10" pipe installed, 2 catch basins built.
Douglas Road-216 feet 10" pipe, 2 catch basins built.
Main Street-111 feet 10" pipe installed, 2 catch basins built. Bridge Street-333 feet 10" pipe installed, 40 feet 30" pipe, 1 catch basin built.
Fletcher Street-327 feet 21" pipe, 118 feet 18" pipe installed, 1 drop inlet. Two catch basins were built at St. Mary's church parking area. 208 feet 12" pipe installed at the Congregational church,
Erlin Esad-333 feet 10" pipe installed.
High Street-558 feet 10" pipe installed, 4 catch basins built. Portion of street widened, graveled and oiled. Hunt Road-1800 feet shoulder work.
The following roads were treated with bituminous materials:
York Avenue East Putnam Avenue Evergreen Street Wildwood Street Fern Street
Adams Street
Sherman Street
Dunstable Road
Turnpike Road
Dalton Road
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REPORT OF THE HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
Juniper Street
Clarke Avenue
Cypress Street
Elliott Street
Sunset Avenue
Graniteville Road
Sylvan Avenue
Tobin Avenue
Robin Hill Road
Old Westford Road
Glenn Avenue
Church Street
Perham Street
A Street B Street C Street Brick Kiln Road
Cottage Row
Davis Road
Francis Street
Other streets which were graveled are as follows:
Third Avenue Westland Avenue
Academy Street
Ledge Road
Columbia Avenue
King Street
Carlisle Street
Chapter 90. Maintenance:
Riverneck Road, 4800' Mix-in-place North Road, 1300' Mix-in-place Boston Road, 1400' Mix-in-p.ace Billerica Road, 2100' Armiur coat
Sidewalks:
New sidewalks were built at the Chelmsford common and on Boston Road. 300 feet of curbing was installed at the common on Westford Street and Academy Street. Curbing was installed around the flag pole in front of the town hall.
Considerable patching of town roads was done, catch basins throughout town were cleaned and a tractor was hired for mowing brush along the roadside,
At this tinie I would like to thank the townspeople tor their kind consideration and co-operation and the Police Department for notifying the department of dangerous conditions on the roads du ing the winter months.
Respectfully submitted
FREDERICK R. GREENWOOD Supt. of Streets
180
REPORT OF MIDDLESEX COUNTY EXTENSION SERVICE
REPORT OF THE MIDDLESEX COUNTY EXTENSION SERVICE
The Middlesex County Extension Service is a publicly supported. educational institution to serve all the towns of the county in agricul- ture and home economics. In agriculture the work is developed county- wide under the direction of county councils made up of leading farm- ers in each of the main commodities as vegetables, fruit, poultry, dairying, livestock, and commercial flowers. A county bulletin is mail- ed monthly to all cooperating farners, and timely information is furn- ished by circular letter, by radio, by telephone and by personal inter- view, and particular information is sent to those who request it.
Fruit and vegetable program emphasized in Chelmsford. Shuhany Orchards, Raymond Reid, Albert Lupien and Arthur England are leaders. A fruit twilight meeting was held at Shuhany's. The Chelms- ford Garden Club Day was carried out in cooperation with the Chelms- ford Garden Club. A comprehensive speaking coverage of several home owners' subjects was carried out. The Club did an excellent job of decorating the hall in which the program took place. Mrs. Arthur Gibbs was Chairman.
Information and assistance was made available to all dairy and livestock producers in this area. Farm visits, circular letters radio talks and local meetings were all employed as means of assisting, the local farmers to better understand and keep abreast of many changes in agricultural techniques.
The official dairy cow testing program in the area is directly supervised by the Livestock Agent and includes the service of complete record keeping on the production and feeding of dairy cows. All farm- ers in the area have available the services of the Artificial Breeding Program through the local Association, and a soil testing laboratory is maintained to serve all farmers or landowners who desire a soil analysis to determine the fertility of their soil.
Mr. Walter Lewis is director of the County Selective Breeding As- sociation and an active cooperator in Extension activities along with Mr. Ted Emerson and Mr. Howard Thayer. Mr. Emerson is chairman of the County Milk Promotion Committee.
Service was extended through the Extension Poultry Program in three primary areas: the poultry flock. its care and improvement, breeding, feeding, health and management: poultry products, their
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care and disposition, processing, storage, merchandising, pricing and consumer information; and the farmer, his farm and family, and agriculture, business management, youth work, and assistance to or- ganizations.
Members of the 1954 Middlesex Flock Health Program included Paul Swanson, Curve St., Walter Lewis, 172 Robin Hill Rd .; and Vin- son Reid, Littleton Rd. The Extension Service cooperated with the Minuteman Turkey Association in holding meetings for everyone in- terested in turkeys in this area. The Extension Service cooperated with the Middlesex County Poultry Association in holding meetings for poultrymen regularly in Acton.
The following 4H Clubs functioned in Chelmsford in 1954: Garden, Boys' Craft, Girls' Craft, Horse, Dairy, Clothing and Foods. Richard Lewis attended State Week in Amherst, and there were other outstand- ing Club members in each of the projects. Mrs. Walter Lewis served as President of the Northern Section Leaders' Association. Members from Chelmsford were quite active in the County Fair, and the attendance at Club Camp Middlesex was 4 boys and 8 girls.
Home Demonstration Agents are ready to solve problems in home- making: foods, nutrition, canning, freezing, clothing home furnish- ings & management, family life, family and community recreation. A monthly letter is sent to all who request it. Members of the Women's Advisory Council are Mrs. Philip St. Germain and Mrs. Irma Stanton. Programs presented during 1954 were: slip cover and lamp shade con- struction, furniture refinishing. and chair seating.
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REPORT OF THE ANIMAL INSPECTOR
REPORT OF ANIMAL INSPECTOR
Board of Selectmen,
Town of Chelmsford
Gentlemen:
The annual report of the Animal Inspector for the year 1954 follows:
The Annual Inspection commenced during the month of November and is listed as follows:
Cows 60
Heifers (one to two years old) 35
Heifers (under one year old) 16
Steers
5
Bulls
2
Sheep
8
The Inspector, Mr. Harry F. Parkhurst, was taken ill during No- vember and was unable to finish the annual inspection work; then dur- ing Decmber Mr. Parkhurst passed away.
A total of six cattle were shipped in from other states accompan- ied by the proper health certificates and all were released on identi- fication.
A total of sixty-six dog bite cases was reported. After the public notices requesting that owners and keepers of dogs keep their dogs restrained, the number of dog bite cases decreased noticeably.
An important meeting was held in Boston by the Department of Agriculture, Division of Livestock Disease Control, during November. The meeting covered the subject of new legslation relating to inspec- tion procedure.
The appreciation of those who have worked in this capacity is extended to the physicians, health officials, and the townspeople for their assistance during the past year.
For the Animal Inspection Department,
by ALFRED H. COBURN
Clerk, pro tem.
183
REPORT OF SECRETARY OF VETERANS' COMMITTEE
REPORT OF THE SECRETARY OF THE VETERANS EMERGENCY FUND COMMITTEE
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen, Town of Chelmsford.
Gentlemen:
The Veerans' Emergency Fund Committee wish to submit their annual report to you and to the townspeople of Chelmsford.
The year 1954 was in many respects a most quiet year for the com- mittee. The group met on one occasion to act on a request which was presented by written application.
After studying all factors involved, it was decided not to grant any financial assistance but steps were taken to assist the applicants in obtaining help regarding an eviction from their home.
There were no payments from the fund during 1954 and the in- come added from dividends has further increased the total of the trust fund. The actual financial figures may be found elsewhere in this report as furnished by the treasurer of the committee.
The committee by precincts is listed once again and applicants desiring assistance should contact their precinct representative:
Center
George Archer
North
Joseph Sadowski
West
Perry T. Snow
East Edward G. Krasnecki
South
George Waite
Westlands Alfred H. Coburn
Respectfully submitted,
ALFRED H. COBURN
Secretary.
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REPORT OF TREASURER OF VETERANS' FUND
VETERANS' EMERGENCY FUND TREASURER'S REPORT TO THE BOARD OF SELECTMEN
RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS January 1, 1954 to December 31, 1951
Balance on Hand January 1, 1954 ...... 3,053.12 Add-Receipts:
The Central Savings Bank, Lowell, Mass .--
Dvideneds 11.12
First Federal Savings and Loan Association
of Lowell-Dividends 78.00
Total Receipts $ 89.12
Total
$ 3,142.24
Deduct-Disbursenients
None
Balance on Hand December 31. 1954 ASSETS $ 3,142.24
Town of Chelmsford-General Treasury Deposit $ 47.50
The Central Savings, Bank, Lowell, Mass. Book No. 128780 494.74
First Federal Savings and Loan Association of Lowell,
Formerly Middlesex Co-operative, Bank, Lowell, Mass.
10 Paid-up Shares, Certificate No. 3025 2,000.00
3 Matured Shares, Certificate No. 2380 600.00
TOTAL ASSETS
$
2,600.00
Respectfully submitted, $ 3.142.24
TOWN OF CHELMSFORD VETERANS' EMERGENCY FUND By Perry T. Snow, Treasurer.
185
REPORT OF TERCENTENARY COMMITTEE
REPORT OF TERCENTENARY COMMITTEE
To The Honorable Board of Selectmen, and The Citizens of the Town of Chelmsford:
The Chelmsford Tercentenary Committee, appointed for the pur- pose of managing the Three Hundredth Anniversary of the Incorpora- tion of the Town of Chelmsford held twenty-seven meetings during the year 1954.
As citizens of a community do not very often have the opportunity to observe such an event, there is very little experience to draw from in conducting such a celebration. While professional organizations exist which make a specialty of Anniversary Celebrations, The Chelms- ford Tercentenary Committee thus far has not engaged outside pro- fessional assistance, but has tried to learn from the experience of other communities.
During the year the Committee formed a Corporation consisting of the members of the Chelmsford Tercentenary Committee. This was done to facilitate the management of the celebration.
The program has not been completed as of December 31, 1954, but the Committee aims for a program which will highlight the history and traditions of the Town of Chelmsford, be a joyous affair, and yet not be an excessive financial drain on the community.
The celebration will require much time and effort, and will re- quire the help of many of the Citizens of the Town. The Committee has appointed many sub-committees, but the Committee Organization is still incomplete, and will require the assistance of many more Chelmsford Citizens to round out the organization.
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REPORT OF TERCENTENARY COMMITTEE
Although much of the Celebration will be for spectators, the Committee hopes to have a Celebration that will have as many par- ticipants as possible, in order that all may share fully in the Three Hundreth Anniversary of the Incorporation of the Town of Chelmsford.
CHELMSFORD TERCENTENARY COMMITTEE
CARL A. E. PETERSON, Chairman ARNOLD C. PERHAM, Vice-Chairman MARGARET ROBBINS MILLS, Secretary HAROLD C. PETTERSON, Treasurer JOHN H. VALENTINE, Counsel
THOMAS J. CAMPBELL L
SIDNEY E. DUPEE I.
CHARLES D. HARRINGTON
CLIFFORD HARTLEY I.
EDWARD G. KRASNECKI
PERRY T. SNOW
187
REPORT OF THE PERSONEL BOARD
REPORT OF THE PERSONNEL BOARD
The Personnel Board, after having met with the various depart- ment heads and hearing their requests, has presented it's recom- mended changes. It is the desire of this board to establish uniform salary and wage rates throughout the various departments.
Therefore, after giving careful consideration to the various job classifications regarding similar careful wages for similar positions, etc., (both locally and out of town) and with the cost of living index somewhat stabilized, we have devised what we consider to be reason- able salary and adjustments.
The members of the Personnel Board are Charles P. Wright, Chairman; Morey Lvine, Board Member, and Norbert F. Parent, Secretary.
For the Personnel Board
By NORBERT F. PARENT, Secretary.
188
REPORT OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT
REPORT OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT
To The Honorable Board of Selectmen
Chelmsford, Massachusetts.
Gentlemen:
I hereby respectfully submit my report of the Police Department and Roster for the Year ending Dec. 31, 1954.
CHIEF OF POLICE Ralph J. Hulslander
SERGEANT Raymond E. Harmon
PATROLMEN
Allan H. Adams Winslow P. George Basil J. Larkin Lawrence W. Chute from January 1, 1954 to October 1, 1954. Edward F. Miner from October 5, 1954 to December 31, 1954.
INTERMITTENT PATROLMEN
Leo A. Boucher Arthur F. Smith Leslie H. Adams, Jr.
Richard F. Campbell John B. Wrigley George W. Marinel
Walter W. Edwards, Jr. Robert F. McAndrew James W. Birtwell
Edward F. Miner from Jan. 1, 1954 to October 4, 1954.
Francis R. Foster from November 1, 1954 to December 31, 1954.
POLICEWOMAN Christina Park
SPECIAL POLICE FOR OTHER ACTIVITIES
William Warley Millard Hodge William F. Connor
John Carruthers George R. Dixon Thomas L. Mackey
Joseph H. Dunigan Mark H. Norton Robert M. Hood
Joseph L. Larocque
ARRESTS-1954 CRIMES AGAINST PERSONS
Assault and Battery
4
Carrying a Revolver Without Permit
1
Possession of Burglar Tools
1
Rape
1
Total
CRIMES AGAINST PROPERTY
Breaking and Entering in Night Time and Larceny 9
Del. To Wit: Breaking and Entering in Night Time 5
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REPORT OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT
Del. To Wit: Malicious damage to Property 1
Larceny
Engaged in Registering in Bets on Race Horses 1
-
Total
18
CRIMES AGAINST PUBLIC ORDER
AWOL
1
Capias
3
Conveying Mortgage Property
1
Drunkenness
52
Driving under the Influence
22
Insane
6
Motor Vehicle Violations
16
Nights Lodging
1
Warrant-Lowell Police
1
Warrant-Lawrence Police
1
Warrant-Medford Police
1
Warrant-Westford Police
1
Total
106
Grand Total 131
DISPOSITION OF ARRESTS
Concord Reformatory
2
Dismissed for lack of Prosecution
1
Fined
48
Filed
13
House of Correction ...
3
Lymau School
1
Not Guilty
G
Probation
15
Released
21
State Prison
3
Youth Service Board
1
U. S. Army
6
Worcester State Hospital
1,
Lawrence Police Department
1
Lowell Police Department
1
Medford Police Department
1
Westford Police Department
4
Cases Pending
Total Dispositions
131
3
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REPORT OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT
I wish to express my appreciation for the co-operation given my department during the year by the Board of Selectmen, Town Officials and the People of the Town.
The year 1954 was a busy one for the police department, as we have had many arrests, accidents and detailed investigations which led to the solving of many crimes.
1955 poses many new problems resulting from the extremely rapid growth of the town and also due to its location on several state highways, including the new super-highway known as Route 3.
In my 1955 Budget Estimate I am asking for six more patrolmen. These additional men are necessary in order that the town may be policed at all times, and that men may be available for traffic super: vision at such congested areas as Central Square and Vinal Square the greater part of the time.
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