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Number of children examined by special request 4
c. Schick Test Clinic (the purpose of which is to determine the child's degree of immunity to diphtheria).
Number of children receiving test 14
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Number of children having positive reaction 7
d. Immunization Clinic for prevention of diphtheria. Children receiving toxoid treatment 11
e. Pre-school clinic held in June for physical examination of children who are entering school the following September.
Children attending this clinic 21
As a result of this Clinic children entering school are in better physical condition because their defects have been detected and corrected.
f. Audiometer test for hearing. This year conducted by a State Health Supervisor and testing all children from third grade to the twelfth.
4. Home Hygiene and Care of the Sick Class, sponsored by the Red Cross, meets one period a week. This class is made up of eighteen eighth-grade girls.
5. Since October, the Medfield Salvation Army Fund has been buying milk daily for undernourished children in the lower grades.
In conclusion, I wish to thank the parents and teachers for their co-operation this past year.
Respectfully submitted,
INEZ S. KERR, R.N.
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Number of children having negative reaction
ATTENDANCE RECORD, 1939-40 (Compared with Preceding years)
1939-40
1938-39
1929-30
Grade
1
Anna M. Daddario
32
30.3
92.3
46
40.5
89.3
38.1
2
Rose Pilibosian
38
36.9
94.8
37
34.7
92.8
33.9
3
Elizabeth L. Crombie
35
32.6
95.6
29
27.7
90.8
41.8
4
Elizabeth Buck
27
24.1
95.1
44
41.9
95.7
33.3
5
Cynthia Robbins
45
44.1
96.0
36
34.9
95.2
31.1
6
Dorothy J. Brown
38
36.0
95.0
50
48.0
95.3
38.9
Total Elementary
215
204.0
94.9
242
227.7
93.4
217.1
7
Elsie E. W. Davis
45
41.7
95.5
42
39.2
93.3
33.3
8
Estelle Harlow
39
37.0
96.8
43
41.5
94.6
27.4
9
John S. Welch
42
39.9
96.2
25
23.6
93.6
23.0
10
Mary H. McCarthy
23
22.5
96.2
32
30.8
90.3
23.8
11
Clifford W. Baker
29
26.4
92.3
26
25.6
92.7
21.8
12
Anne H. Gray
26
25.6
92.5
24
23.9
92.9
12.9
Total High School
204
193.1
95.1
192
184.6
93.0
142.2
Total both schools
419
397.1
95.00
434
412.3
93.2
359.2
To.
Ave. Mem. Mem.
%
To. Mem.
Ave. Mem.
%
Ave.
Att.
Att.
Mem.
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MEDFIELD SCHOOL CENSUS
October 1, 1940
Registration
5-6 yrs.
7-15 yrs.
Total
32
168
200
Boys Girls
32
150
182
Total
64
318
382
Distribution
In public schools
43
301
344
In private schools
2
10
12
In State Institution
1
1
In vocational schools
4
4
Not in school
19
2
21
GRADUATING EXERCISES
of the
CLASS OF NINETEEN HUNDRED FORTY Friday, June Fourteen
PROGRAM
Invocation
Reverend Eric A. Ayer
Music-"Song of the Armorer," Nevin. Senior Class
Class President's Address of Welcome
Albert L. Clark
"Ralph Wheelock"
William S. Farmer, Jr.
"Hannah Adams"
Robert Holmquist
Piano Solo-"Minuet in G," Paderewsky
Mary McCarthy
"Lowell Mason"
Miriam Rossi
"George Inness"
Ernest Thayer
Music-"Greeting to Spring," Strauss
Senior Girls
"Martin Loeffler"
Lorraine Laverty
"J. C. Bartlett"
Robert Travers
Music-"A Dream," Bartlett.
Senior Class
Presentation of Harvard Club Book Award
Superintendent Lyman R. Allen
Presentation of Washington-Franklin History Medal
Principal Alton H. Hartford
Presentation of Hannah Adams Club Scholarship
Mrs. Fred Spear, President of Club
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Presentation of Parent-Teacher Association Scholarship
Mrs. James Mahoney, Chairman Scholarship Committee
Music-"Mister Moon," Wilson Senior Class
Presentation of Diplomas Mr. Harold F. Stevens, School Committee
Music-" America" Class and Audience
Benediction Reverend Eric A. Ayer
Class Motto-"Light is the task when many share the toil." Class Colors-Orchid and White
HONOR PUPILS
Helen Bangs, Albert Clark, William Farmer, Jr., Robert Holmquist, Charlotte Kelly, Lorraine Laverty, Mary Mccarthy, Miriam Rossi, Ernest Thayer
William Blanchard, Nathalie Blood, Preston Bryant, Margaret Cahill, Allison Carr, Priscilla Cheney, Kenneth Crowell, Anna Hennehane, Elizabeth Hinshon, Enrico Iafolla, Phillis Lucy, Eileen Mckeown, Ellen Parkhurst, Edward Quinn, Robert Travers, Pauline Wilkins.
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DEPARTMENTAL RECORDS
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ANNUAL LIBRARY REPORT
December 31, 1940
To the Citizens of the Town of Medfield:
The Trustees of the Medfield Memorial Public Library respectfully submit the following report for the year ending December 31, 1940:
The demand for a new dictionary became acute this year and the old 1913 edition has been replaced by the latest edition of Webster's New International Dictionary.
A modest step has been taken towards relandscaping; small evergreens have been planted at the left front of the building.
A number of obsolete books and magazines have been distributed among various organizations for further circulation.
The following statistics may be of general interest: 112 books of fiction have been purchased, 60 non-fiction, 40 juvenile and 33 magazine subscriptions. There is an annual circulation of 16,917 books among approximately 900 patrons. Thirteen copies of accidentally destroyed or lost books have been replaced by those responsible. Also, books have been donated to the library, and the Trustees extend thanks to:
Mrs. William Yeo, Mr. Joseph Scully, Mr. J. Badger, Mrs. Newell Leighton, Mrs. John Newell, The Standard Oil Company, The Board of Health, Mr. Nicholas Butler, Mrs. M. Mortimer, Mr. Ernest Spencer, The Hannah Adams Club, Mr. and Mrs. Edward E. Allen, Mr. Joseph M. Oerggan and Mrs. Erma G. McLaren.
This year's fines amounting to $119.98 have been turned over to the town treasurer. The amount of money needed for library maintenance has been care- fully considered and the Trustees recommend that $1800 plus the dog tax receipts for the ensuing year be appropriated.
The library staff and Trustees are eager to cooperate and will appreciate sug- gestions and requests from students, teachers and townspeople.
Respectfully submitted,
DR. FRANK H. CLOUGH, Chairman,
MISS ANN C. DONLAN,
MR. GEORGE S. BRAMMAN, MR. RICHARD W. LYMAN,
MR. THOMAS WHITESIDE,
MRS. LESLIE J. HOWLETT, Secretary.
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REPORT OF THE CHIEF OF POLICE
1940
Male
Female Total
Drunkenness
6
6
Operating under influence of liquor
6
6
Operating so as to endanger
1
1
Leaving scene of accident
1
1
Operating uninsured automobile
1
1
Violation of probation
1
1
Break and enter
6
6
Larceny
8
8
Illegal entry U. S. A.
1
1
Non-support
1
1
Neglect of child
1
1
2
Desertion of minor child
1
1
Lewd lascivious cohabitation
1
1
2
Polygamy
1
1
Warrants served
8
2
10
Summons served for other department
35
5
40
Subpoenas served
4
1
5
Placed on probation
11
11
Suspended sentence
8
8
Committed to Medfield State Hospital
1
1
Officers attending District Court
21
21
Officers attending Superior Court
4
4
Officers attending Grand Jury
4
4
Officers attending Framingham Court
1
1
Officers attending Middlesex Superior Court
1
1
Officers attending Juvenile Court
2
2
Neglected child taken by State
1
1
Officer attending hearing at Prison Colony
1 day
1
Sentenced from District Court
5
1
6
Suspended sentence from District Court
5
1
6
Sentenced from Superior Court
1
1
Suspended sentence from Superior Court
5-6 years each at Concord Re-
formatory
State Prison sentence
1-5 to 6 years
Fines in Dedham District Court
$295.00
Miscellaneous Police Work
Automobile accidents, minor
38
Injured persons sent to hospital
5
Injured persons sent home after first aid treatment
2
116
Injured persons treated by doctors, sent home
24
Injured children treated by doctors, sent home
2
Persons sick and taken home
15
Gun shot wound reported
1
Buildings found open, owners notified and secured
16
Complaints received
112
Complaints investigated
112
Disturbance suppressed, no arrest
53
Breaks reported
6
Escaped from institutions
40
Messages received and delivered
14
Deaths reported to Medical Examiner
3
Horse destroyed
1
Street lights broken
18
Clothes lines cut
2
Automobiles stolen in Medfield
3
Automobiles stolen in Medfield, recovered
3
Fires put out by police
5
Pigs picked up and turned over to Town Pound
2
Goat killed on highway
1
Lights of glass broken
12
Hens reported stolen
10
Pocket books lost
3
Pocket books recovered
1
Several cord of wood stolen
One small white 5 tube Emerson radio stolen
Gasoline stolen
32 gallons
Gasoline paid for
32 gallons
Schick Electric razor stolen
1
Ladies' diamond ring stolen
Gent's diamond stickpin stolen
Carton of cigarettes and } lb. tobacco stolen
Small child's bank with $5.00 to $7.00 in it stolen
Two silver fox scarfs stolen
Two silver fox scarfs recovered
Two blue and white blankets stolen
One gent's gray suit stolen
One gent's dark blue suit stolen
One gent's dark blue suit recovered
4 8-ounce bottles of perfume stolen
2 8-ounce bottles of perfume recovered
1 Jewelled solid gold cigarette case stolen
1 Jewelled solid gold cigarette case recovered
1 Ford wheel and tire stolen
Gold coins stolen, $1.00, $5.00, $2.50, $10.00, $20.00; 25c piece Solid gold Waltham wrist watch stolen, marked C. M. L.
Small 18k gold, Swiss ladies' hunting case, black enamel, stolen Double barrel shot gun stolen
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Double barrel shot gun recovered 22 calibre rifle stolen 22 calibre rifle recovered Two cartons cigarettes stolen
Two cartons cigarettes recovered
One hundred pennies stolen
One hundred pennies recovered
Two outboard motors stolen
Two outboard motors recovered
Registry of Motor Vehicles
Automobile licenses revoked
8
Automobile licenses suspended
14
Automobile licenses returned
10
Automobile registration revoked
9
Automobile registration suspended
2
Automobile registration returned
1
Operator's license turned in by police for violation
40
Registration plates found
8
Operator's right to operate suspended
2
Transfers and sales
73
Police details
198
Inspection of Liquor places
262
Automobiles removed from highway
5
Lanterns lighted at dangerous places
6
Automobiles colliding with trains
2
Respectfully submitted,
COLEMAN J. HOGAN,
Chief of Police
118
REPORT OF THE WATER AND SEWERAGE BOARD
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen:
Gentlemen:
Water Department
During the year 1940 we have added eleven (11) new water takers.
The water this year is being treated for corrosiveness but we find that there is very little difference in its condition.
For the general maintenance of the Water Department we ask for an appropria- tion of $6,750.00.
Following is a table of gallons of water used and price paid:
January
2,492.550 gallons
$ 344.72
February
2,308,650 gallons 319.29
March
3,330,000 gallons 460.54
April
2,457,000 gallons 339.80
May
2,606,250 gallons
360.44
June
2,996,250 gallons
414.38
July
2,948.250 gallons 407.74
August
3,560,250 gallons
492.38
September
2,549.250 gallons
340.11
October
2,340,750 gallons
323.73
November
2,305,500 gallons 318.85
December
2,704,500 gallons
374.03
32,599,200 gallons
$4,496.01
Respectfully submitted,
HARRISON P. EDDY, JR., ALFRED HEWINS, IRA F. PENNIMAN, Water and Sewerage Board
SEWER DEPARTMENT
We herewith submit our report of the Sewer Department for the year ending December 31, 1940.
With the help of the W.P.A. we have dug out Beds 1, 3 and 4 to a depth of four (4) feet and refilled with gravel and with proper care these beds will last this town a good many years.
On account of the site of the New School Building extra care will have to be taken to keep down all odors and in order to keep these beds to the standards required by the State Board of Health we ask for an appropriation of $900.00.
HARRISON P. EDDY, JR., ALFRED HEWINS, IRA F. PENNIMAN, Water and Sewerage Commissioners
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ANNUAL REPORT OF FIRE ENGINEERS
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen:
The Fire Engineers hereby submit their report for the year ending December 31, 1940:
There were 31 alarms and 32 still alarms, classified as follows: Brush and Grass 40, Buildings 9, Chimneys 9, Automobiles 3, Rubbish 2. There was one call to Walpole, Millis and Norfolk for aid at Brush fires.
During the year there was 402 feet of ladders raised, 5960 feet of 22 inch hose used and 900 feet of 1} inch hose.
A total of 829,400 gallons of water was used from hydrants, 8460 gallons from booster tanks, and 445 gallons from pump cans. Over 750,000 gallons of water was used at the schoolhouse fire.
Losses and insurance paid on buildings and contents was $44,610.35. 82 acres of Brush and Grass land was burned at a loss of $45.00
Owing to the unsafe condition of the Reo pump we were forced to order its use discontinued.
We are recommending that the town purchase a 500-gallon combination truck for 1941.
Respectfully submitted,
ALLAN A. KINGSBURY, EDGAR W. ALLEN, Engineers
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REPORT OF PARK AND PLANNING BOARD FOR 1940
The work of the Board this year consisted largely of maintaining the two parks in use as best we could with a limited appropriation. A total of $501.29 was expended, of which $112.50 was used for the spring cleanup, $253.70 for mainte- nance, $45.09 for supplies and repairs and $90 for new equipment. Under the latter head new wire for the tennis court has been purchased and put in storage for use next spring. A new lawn mower has also been acquired. The flagpole at Metacomet Park, which, as mentioned in last year's report, the Board considered a liability, was removed.
In view of other demands, particularly the requirements of our new school program, the Board recommends no major undertaking this year. But it remains of the opinion that the social obligations of the town to its people, most especially to its youth, are not and cannot be served by such Park facilities as are now developed. The Board therefore feels that in discharge of its duty it must remind the Town of its Park deficiencies and urge consideration for action at some future time of a long-range program which will develop our possibilities to serve our needs. The Board will at any time be glad to confer with any citizens who may be interested in the use or improvement of our Parks.
Respectfully submitted,
ANDREW EHNES, RICHARD E. HUEBENER, J. STANLEY KELLY, JOSEPH L. MARCIONETTE, PHILLIPS DENNETT
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DOG OFFICER'S REPORT
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen: Gentlemen:
I hereby respectfully submit my report as Dog Officer for the year ending December 31, 1940.
There were 74 complaints received and investigated.
The following cases were taken care of:
25 dogs found and turned over to their owners
11 stray dogs taken to Animal Rescue League
9 dogs injured by autos on highway 7 dogs killed by autos on highway
3 persons bitten by dogs
2 dogs destroyed for owners
1 dog picked up with Rabies, out of town dog
3 hens killed by dogs
16 complaints investigated for barking dogs
All delinquent taxes were collected and returns made.
Respectfully submitted,
COLEMAN J. HOGAN, Chief of Police
122
REPORT OF THE INSPECTOR OF ANIMALS
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen:
Gentlemen:
I hereby submit my annual report for the year ending December 31, 1940.
There were two Rabied dogs in the town, one local dog and one stray dog. Contact animals of these dogs were quarantined.
During the year all dogs known to have bitten persons were quarantined.
One cow was shipped in from out of state and was inspected for presence of contagious diseases.
In my annual inspection I visited 28 premises on which were kept 349 cattle, 15 sheep, 574 swine and 26 goats. All animals were found in good condition.
Respectfully yours, CARLTON S. CHENEY, Inspector of Animals
REPORT OF SLAUGHTERING INSPECTOR
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen:
Gentlemen:
I hereby wish to submit my report as Slaughtering Inspector for the year end- ing December 31, 1940.
212 Hogs. 27 Cattle. One unfit for consumption.
Respectfully submitted,
ELWYN A. SMITH
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DEPARTMENT OF WEIGHTS AND MEASURES
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen: Gentlemen:
I hereby submit the annual report of the Department of Weights and Measures for the year 1940.
Work performed:
Scales
Adjusted Sealed
Condemned
Platform, over 10,000 lbs.
1
Platform, 100 to 5,000 lbs.
1
10
Counter, 100 to 5,000 lbs.
2
8
Beam, 100 to 5,000 lbs.
3
Spring, 100 to 5,000 lbs.
1
1
Spring, under 100 lbs.
21
Computing, under 100 lbs.
1
7
Person weigher (slot)
2
Prescription
1
Weights
Avoirdupois
3 74
Apothecary
13
Metric
16
Volumetric Measures
Liquid Measures
4
Automatic Liquid-Measuring Devices
Gasoline Pumps
4
Stops on Pumps
20
Gasoline Meter Systems
4
17
Bulk Station Meter Systems
2
Kerosene Pumps
4
Grease-measuring Devices
8
Linear Measures
Yard Sticks
5
Totals
11 222
1
Trial Weighings and Measurements of Commodities
Sources
Number Tested
Correct 217
Under 15
Over 34
Inspections Made
Gasoline Devices after sealing
5
Pedlar's Licenses 10
124
-
-
11
266
1
Counter, under 100 lbs.
Coal Certificates Clinical Thermometers Marking of Bread
1
50
44
Expenses
G. W. Bangs
Salary
$83.33
Transportation
8.10
Daniels Hamant
Salary
16.67
Transportation
5.40
Strople Insurance Agency Bond
5.00
Hobbs & Warren Co., Inc. Dies
2.94
Robinson Seal Co.
Supplies
6.83
Dover Stamping & Mfg. Co. Test Measure
4.50
Telephone
1.80
Postage
.15
Express
.32
Total
$135.04
Receipts
Fees and Adjustment Charges:
Sealing Fees
$34.46
Adjustment Charges
1.05
Town of Dover
Use of Medfield Equipment
5.00
Supplies
1.00
Sealer's Bond
2.50
Dies
1.50
Total
$45.51
Respectfully submitted,
GERALD W. BANGS, Sealer of Weights and Measures Medfield, Massachusetts
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ANNUAL REPORT OF THE BOARD OF PUBLIC WELFARE
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen:
The Board has put in more hours than ever before, with additional reports, new cases, etc., as the Federal requirements increase each year.
On January 1, 1940, there were 46 cases on Old Age Assistance. During the year 13 cases were added, and 11 closed because they died, moved to another place, or became self-supporting. This leaves 48 cases December 31, 1940. One family continues to receive Aid to Dependent Children.
The situation has been better in regard to General Relief. There have been fewer cases, and the amount spent is considerably less than last year. During the first part of the year some of the General Relief recipients gave the Town work in exchange for aid rendered. Later there were no able bodied persons aided.
In order to receive Old Age Assistance it is necessary for the applicant to have papers proving date of birth; citizenship; where they have lived, especially during the last five years; and copy of record if married. They must show any bank- books, insurance papers, and records relating to any real estate now owned or sold or transferred during the last five years. Persons having a Social Security Number must furnish full information, especially if they are receiving or will receive Old Age or Survivors' Insurance.
GEORGE SAUER, FREDERICK SMITH, HERBERT BURR
REPORT OF THE CEMETERY COMMISSIONERS
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen: Gentlemen:
Work has been kept up as usual during the year in the cemetery but, as required by law we have to have the bounds surveyed, new stone markers put in where they are needed, and the rest of the lots surveyed, (that is in the new section).
Therefore we recommend that the sum of $2500.00 be appropriated for general maintenance plus the $500.00 which we have to have for surveying.
Respectfully Submitted,
PETER PEDERZINI, JOSEPH A. ROBERTS, JOSEPH A. ROBERTS, Jr.
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REPORT OF THE BOARD OF HEALTH
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen:
Gentlemen:
We hereby respectfully submit our report of the Board of Health for the year ending December 31, 1940.
The following diseases were reported:
Tuberculous
14
Dog Bites
7
Whooping Cough
6
Bacillary Dysentery
6
Rabies
2
Measles
2
Lobar Pneumonia
2
Scarlet Fever
1
We have issued licenses to dealers selling, buying, or transporting Methyl Alcohol or Wood Alcohol, so-called, or any preparation other than Shellac or Varnish.
Three patients were sent to Norfolk County Hospital at Braintree for treat- ment.
One Rabies Clinic was held and three persons were given the Rabies treatment.
Many complaints have been taken care of throughout the year.
We wish to thank the townspeople for their co-operation during the year.
Respectfully submitted,
A. RITCHEY STAGG, M. D., GEORGE W. HINKLEY, MADELINE I. HARDING,
Board of Health
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LIST OF JURORS
1941
Allen, Charles F.
Machinist
Garage Owner
Proprietor
Blanchard, William S.
Farmer
Brock, Francis J.
Salesman
Buckley, John J.
Purchasing Agent
Burr, Herbert B.
Carpenter
Cain, Charles C.
Civil Engineer
Carlson, Carl H.
Carpenter
Clark, Kenneth R.
Clerk
Spring Street Pleasant Street Main Street
Colvin, Howard G.
Retail Liquor
Conrick, Richard E., Jr.
Shoeworker
South Street
Cosgrove, Gail E.
Student
Miller Street
Cox, Clifton P.
Carpenter
Main Street Green Street
Eddy, Harrison P., Jr.
Engineer
Causeway Street Bridge Street South Street
Elsmore, Ernest N.
Janitor
Farmer, William S.
Manufacturer
Farm Street
Fitts, Waldo A.
Retired
Main Street
Fraser, Robert H., Sr.
Contractor
Philip Street
Gately, Thomas F.
Waiter
North Street
Gilbert, William D.
Retired
North Street
Gregg, Robert
Businessman
North Street
Hager, Richard H.
Advertising Manager
Pleasant Street
Haigh, Charles W.
Insurance Manager
Hospital Road
Johnson, Richard E.
Carpenter
South Street
Larkin, Albert J.
Proprietor
Pleasant Street
McKeown, Cornelius Morse, Willis H.
Retired
Main Street Pleasant Street
Naugle, Emerson
Agent
South Street
Newell, Gordon E.
Chauffeur
Main Street
Olyott, Ernest
Horseman
Pine Street
Pallady, Clarence
Dealer
Friary Street
Palumbo, William
Insurance Agent
Friary Street
Pederson, Theodore B.
Clerk
South Street
Pederzini, Gildo
Florist
Main Street
Pember, Alden H.
Furrier
Main Street
Penniman, Edwin F.
Engineer
Vinald Road
Reynolds, Walter E.
Clerk
Curve Street
Rogers, Arthur G.
Painter
Miller Street
Sheahan, John
Reporter
Pleasant Street
Smith, Myron H.
Engineer
North Street
Whiteside, Thomas
Broker
North Street
Yeo, William H.
Salesman
South Street
Curry, Ronald J.
Laborer
Ehnes, Andrew D.
Civil Engineer
North Street Spring Street Janes Street Spring Street Green Street Green Street Adams Street Pleasant Street
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Allen, Edgar W. Alley, Willis W.
Shoeworker
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts DEPARTMENT OF CORPORATIONS AND TAXATION
DIVISION OF ACCOUNTS
REPORT OF AN AUDIT
OF
THE ACCOUNTS OF
TOWN OF MEDFIELD
FOR THE PERIOD FROM NOVEMBER 11, 1936 TO DECEMBER 4, 1939
Made in Accordance with the Provisions of Chapter 44, General Laws
March 29, 1940
THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS Department of Corporations and Taxation Division of Accounts
State House, Boston March 29, 1940
To the Board of Selectmen Mr. Frank G. Haley, Chairman Medfield, Massachusetts
Gentlemen:
I submit herewith my report of an audit of the books and accounts of the town of Medfield for the period from November 11, 1936 to December 4, 1939, made in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 44, General Laws. This is in the form of a report made to my by Mr. Herman B. Dine, Assistant Director of Accounts. Very truly yours,
THEODORE N. WADDELL
Director of Accounts
Mr. Theodore N. Waddell
Director of Accounts
Department of Corporations and Taxation
State House, Boston
Sir:
In accordance with your instructions, I have made an audit of the books and accounts of the town of Medfield for the period from November 11, 1936, the date of the previous audit, to December 4, 1939, and submit the following report thereon:
The records of the financial transactions of the several departments receiving or disbursing money for the town were examined, checked, and verified by a comparison with the reports and records of the town accountant.
The books and accounts in the office of the town accountant were examined, checked, and compared with the records of the several departments of the town and with the town treasurer's accounts. The receipts, as recorded, were com- pared with the town treasurer's record of receipts and were checked with the departmental records of payments to the treasurer, while the recorded payments were checked with the treasurer's record of disbursements and with the treasury warrants.
The ledger accounts were analyzed, the appropriations, loan authorizations, and transfers being checked with the town clerk's records of town meetings and with the records of the finance committee. The necessary adjusting and correcting entries resulting from the audit were made, and a balance sheet showing the financial condition of the town on December 4, 1939, was prepared and is appended to this report.
The records of the treasurer were examined and checked in detail. The re- corded receipts were analyzed and checked with the town accountant's books, with the departmental records of payments to the treasurer, and with other
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sources from which money was paid into the town treasury, while the disburse- ments were checked with the treasury warrants.
In analyzing the receipts as entered by the treasurer, it was noted that several items received from the State and County between January 1 and February 17, 1939, as reimbursements on account of Chapter 81 and 90 highway expenditures were entered on the treasurer's cash book as of December 31, 1938; and, similarly, old age assistance grants received early in 1939 were entered as receipts of 1938. Attention in this connection is called to Section 56, Chapter 44, General Laws, which provides, in part, that "the financial year of all towns of the commonwealth shall end on December thirty-first. . . "
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