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REPORT OF SLAUGHTER INSPECTOR
East Walpole, Mass, Dec. 31, 1955
Board of Health, Medfield, Mass.
Gentlemen:
Herewith my report as Slaughter Inspector for 1955:
Cattle slaughtered and inspected 2
Hogs slaughtered and inspected 7 Calves slaughtered and inspected 3
Respectfully submitted,
Francis X. Maguire, V.M.D.
REPORT OF THE VETERANS' AGENT
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen
Gentlemen:
With the cessation of the Korean conflict there has been an increase in the number of applications for Veterans' Bene- fits that the office of the Veterans' Agent receives.
Each of these cases is granted financial assistance after a complete investigation by this department and an authoriza- tion from the Office of the Commissioner of Veterans' Service, State House, Boston, Mass. With this authorization from the State, the Town of Medfield receives one-half of the amount approved by their Office.
Any veteran, or dependent of a veteran of World War I, World War II, and the Korean Emergency are entitled to this category of assistance providing the veteran has a dis- charge under honorable conditions and he or she or their dependents are in need.
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Four cases were processed during 1955 at a total cost of
$ 1,084.53
Balance to Revenue 415.47
$1,500.00
Aid granted to the above four cases representing sixteen persons is no indication that the ensuing year will continue with the same number of cases. Indications as of December 1955 are, that in this classification we anticipate greater de- mands from veterans and their dependents.
Respectfully submitted,
Herbert B. Burr, Veterans' Agent
REPORT OF VETERANS' SERVICE
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen
Gentlemen:
During the year 1955, veterans and their dependents were assisted with information, forms, etc., as listed below:
Pensions
6
Compensation
5
Civil Service
3
Education
8
State Bonus
6
Hospitalization
7
Medical
4
Dental
2
Insurance
12
Miscellaneous
17
Loans
6
Veterans' Benefits
2
Real Estate Tax Abate.
3
Headstones
2
Burial Allowance
3
Medical Records
2
Forms and information are available to all veterans and their dependents at this office.
Respectfully submitted, 1
Lawrence G. Rossi Director
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REPORT OF THE WATER DEPARTMENT
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen:
The expansion of the water business is continuing at an increasing rate. We anticipate there will be 150 new houses add- ed to the lines in 1956, an increase of nearly 20%. In the follow- ing table estimated figures are indicated by the letter (E):
New Services
1954 23
1955 57
1956 150(E)
Thousand Gals. Water Pur-
chased
52,051
64,088
10,000 (E)
Thousand Gals. Water Pumped
70,000 (E)
Thousand Gals. Water Sold
44,484
54,151
68,000 (E)
Balance-Fires, Slow Meters, etc.
14.5%
15.5%
15.0% (E)
REVENUE
Water Sold
$19,742
$26,176
$33,000(E)
Service Materials & Labor
732
1,400 (E)
10,000 (E)
$20,474
$27,576(E)
$43,000(E)
EXPENDITURES
Water Purchased
$ 6,642
$ 8,179
$ 1,250 (E)
Water Pumped
4,550 (E)
Distribution Operation and Maintenance
9,450 (E)
10,000
10,500 (E)
New Service and Meters (Capital Expense)
2,300(E)
4,666(E)
14,000 (E)
Total from Water Appro- priations
$18,392
$22,845
$30,300(E)
DEBT SERVICE
New Well & Pumping Station
$
$ 618
$ 6,188
New Water Mains
3,227
2,228(E)
3,228 (E)
$21,619
$25,681
$39,716(E)
It will be noted that we ask for an appropiration of $30,300 for 1956, which includes materials and labor on private property for which we expect to be repaid in the amount of $10,000.
Completion of the new well and pumping station has been delayed by slow deliveries of materials. We hope to be in opera- tion by March 1, 1956, after which time we will no longer pur- chase water from the Medfield State Hospital. We have entered into an agreement for continued joint use of the Hospital stand- pipe, until such time in the future as it becomes advisable for us to erect our own standpipe. If the system continues to expand
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at its present rate, we must look forward to constructing our own standpipe and additional pumping facilities within about 5 years. We are now negotiating for the acquisition of a favorable site for the standpipe.
The Water and Sewerage Board has unanimously voted to name the new pumping station in memory of the late Edwin S. Evans, whose counsel was invaluable in the design and construc- tion stages. We will miss his advice even more in the problems connected with initial operation.
We are asking the Town to approve new regulations rela- ting to water main extensions, which provide for assessments against the property owners benefitted. We believe this will re- sult in a more equitable distribution of costs, as compared to the present regulations, under which only the immediate water tak- ers are required to contribute.
Respectfully submitted,
John D. Williams Harry R. Leighton Myron H. Smith
JURY LIST
1956
Bosselman, Clifford W.
Pipe Fitter
59 Pleasant St.
Boyce, Clarence M.
Retired
125 South St.
Bramman, David P.
Antique Reprod.
375 South St.
Burr, Herbert B.
Foreman
18 Summer St.
Burr, Mary V.
Ornament Maker
18 Summer St.
Cain, Charles C.
Civil Engineer Fireman
13 Pleasant St.
Callow, Edward W.
Farmer
Summer St. Farm St. Main St.
Coulter, Robert L.
Foreman
42 Adams St.
Cox, Charles F. Darling, Jesse L.
Janitor
121 North St.
Farmer, William S.
Retired
Farm St.
Ferguson, Oakley A.
Accountant
3 Lowell Mason Rd.
Ford, Philip N.
Engineer
435 Main St.
Fraser, John A. Geller, Morris Grant, Gordon
Insp .- Insurance
11 Adams St. Pine St.
Gronberg, Evelyn
Housewife
Haigh, Charles W.
Manager
Hospital Rd.
Hamant, Daniels
Manager
114 South St.
Hamilton, George M.
Fireman
109 Spring St.
Fireman
West St.
Hedges, Joseph R. Henderson, J. Hardy
Machinist
443 Main St.
Cheney, Carlton S.
Connors, John J.
Farmer
Checker
125 North St.
Advertising Mgr.
20 Miller St.
Proprietor
439 Main St.
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Howlett, Leslie J. Hull, Charles W. Jewell, Ralph L., Jr. Kane, Howard N. Kimpton, George F. Larsen, Harry W. Maker, Walter I. Mandigo, George U. Marcionette, Joseph L. Mckay, Leslie J. Mitchell, Edwin S. Nye, Walter R. Patten, Vernon
Pederson, Theodore B. Robinson, Warren L. Rossi, Lawrence G.
Ryan, Joseph E. Ryan, William
Retired
8 Adams St.
Sandstrom, Charlotte E. Housewife
South St.
Seavey, Charles C.
Machine Operator
17 Pine St.
Smith, Claire H.
Housewife
North St.
Spring, Rennie J.
Carpenter
6 Miller St.
Suereth, Theodore G. Terrenzi, A. Thomas Walsh, Francis D.
Retired
7 Spring St. Brook St.
Umpire
38 Miller St.
Weiker, Raymond C.
Foreman
52 Green St.
White, James N.
Invest. Broker Elm St.
Retired
592 Main St.
Wight, Orion Wills, Wilfred
Bank Personnel Accountant
Mechanical Engr. Assistant Engr.
Plant Manager
17 Summer St.
Foreman Carpenter
7 Mitchell St.
Carpenter
2 Adams St. Pine St. Philip St.
Carpenter
Curve St. 10 Curve St.
Retired Plumber Hatworker
Purchasing Agent Interior Decorator
4 Remsen Ave.
Inspector
15 Cottage St.
1 Summer St.
Truck Driver
390 Main St.
Curve St. 22 South St.
Proprietor
23 Pleasant St. 90 North St.
12 Johns Ave. Philip St.
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Philip St.
Draftsman
Retired
PUBLIC SCHOOLS
MEDFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS
ANNUAL REPORT
of the
School Committee
and
Superintendent of Schools
FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 1955
Dec. 31, 1955
School Committee
Activities Controlled by the
TOWN OF MEDFIELD
Public School Budget
Working Permits
Dentist
of School Bldgs.
Personnel Teachers Janitors Pupils
Attendance
Nurse
Courses of Study
Text Books
Athletics and Student Organizations
Pupil Transporta- tion
Annual Reports and Returns
Plans for Future School Needs
Supplies
SCHOOL COMMITTEE
SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
Census of Minors
Pupil Health
Control
School Doctor
SCHOOL COMMITTEE
Ralph C. Benedict
James T. Frame, Vice Chairman
Henry R. DeForest, Chairman
Mary E. Aylward, Financial Secretary
Leon M. Bowden
Donald I. Fifield (Resigned July 1, 1955)
Term expires 1956
Term expires 1956
Term expires 1957
Term expires 1957
Term expires 1958
Superintendent of Schools and Secretary of the School Committee
William H. McLin
Office-Medfield High School Fleetwood 9-8811
Residence-411 Main Street Fleetwood 9-4965
OFFICE HOURS: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. school days (or by appointment)
Principal of the High School
Charles F. Mains
Office-Medfield High School
FLeetwood 9-8811
Residence-14 Lawrence Circle Fleetwood 9-4927
Supervising Elementary School Principal
Maude S. Washburn Office-Memorial School
Fleetwood 9-4352
Residence-North St., Norfolk Franklin 796-M 3
School Physician
A. Ritchie Stagg, M.D., 25 Pleasant Street Fleetwood 9-6005
School Nurse
Mrs. Madeleine Harding, R.N., North Street Fleetwood 9-6142
Custodians
Walter F. Reynolds, 4 Curve Street
Fleetwood 9-6223
Ercole Iafolla, 34 Frairy Street FLeetwood 9-4386
School Calendar
First Term: September 14 through December 23, 1955, inclusive
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Second Term:
January 3 through February 17, 1956, inclusive
Third Term:
February 27 through April 13, 1956, inclusive
Fourth Term: April 23 through June 22, 1956, inclusive
First Term:
September 4 through December 21, 1956
Holidays
October 12, 1955, Columbus Day
October 28, 1955, Teachers' Convention
November 11, 1955, Veterans Day
November 24, 25, 1955, Thanksgiving
March 30, 1956, Good Friday
May 30, 1956, Memorial Day
October 15, 1956, Columbus Day (nearest Monday)
October 26, 1956, Teachers' Convention
November 12, 1956, Veterans Day
November 22, 23, 1956, Thanksgiving
Enrollment By Ages and Grades
October 1, 1955
Age
Grades
Totals
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
5
22
22
6
57
12
69
7
1
42
11
54
8
20
68
13
101
9
1
47
26
74
10
40
9
49
11
5
34
25
64
12
4 28
25
57
13
2
17
22
41
14
7
18
13
38
15
1
7
17
5
30
16
1
4
17
4
26
17
1
1
23
25
18
5
5
19
1
1
Totals
80
74
80
60
71
47
55
50
48
35
23
33
656
Boys
36
38
38
28
35
22
32
29
26
21
10
18
333
Girls
44
36
42
32
36
25
23
21
22
14
13
15
323
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No-School Signals
High School:
Fire alarm at 6:45 a.m.
Elementary Schools:
Fire alarm at 7:00 a.m.
Notice will also be broadcast over radio stations WBZ, WNAC and WKOX. PLEASE LISTEN CAREFULLY as it will frequently happen that the high school remains in ses- sion when the elementary schools are closed.
Report of the School Committee
To the Citizens of Medfield:
In the year just passed, your School Committee has tried, without prejudice, to justly administer its obligation to the townsfolk. Hundreds of school problems have been explored and decisions reached, to achieve the greatest benefit for the greatest number.
Outside of the abnormal growth in its school population (which is appearing everywhere in the country) Medfield's school administrative problems have been satisfactorily solved. With the increasing demands being made upon its schools, School Committee, superintendent, principals and faculty, Medfield may well expect an increase in school re- quirements in the years ahead. It is gratifying to be able to note that the citizens of Medfield have voted to triple the size of the Memorial elementary school during 1955 and that the new construction should be ready for use in September of 1956. Believing that this step did not constitute the final one in the problem of school housing, the School Committee asked for the appointment of a group to study the matter of the acquisition of additional land for school purposes. Such a committee is now actively at work.
Educationwise, Medfield stands somewhat above the mid- dle group in its population level. The town may pride itself in having a Class "A" high school and above-average super- visory staff and faculty. Ten accredited colleges accepted the graduates of the 1955 high school class. The School Committee realizes that not all parents can afford to send their children to college. You will be interested in knowing that the Medfield school system provides adequate training for those who cannot continue their education. Such stu- dents may pursue courses designed to equip them for busi- ness or the trades. It is significant, however, to emphasize that your Medfield schools can, and do, produce education on a level acceptable to accredited colleges. Your School Com- mittee has assiduously sponsored and supported programs which encourage greater individual responsibility on the part of the students in continuing their education on higher levels after graduation.
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The Committee is dedicated to produce the best in edu- cation and its administration for the youth of Medfield, con- sistent with the economy of the town. It represents the big- gest problem of this Committee. Progress to date is encour- aging, but to aspire to a high standard is one thing, to achieve it another.
The reports submitted in the following pages by the superintendent, principals and department heads have been studied and passed by your School Committee. They are self-explaining, factual and recommended for study.
During 1955 you voted to reduce the membership on the School Committee from six to five, the change to take effect at the annual election in March, 1956. An odd number should prove to be more practical than an even one in the case of divided opinion on the part of the Committee. This change was made at the suggestion of the present Committee, not because of any lack of harmony now existing, but because the perplexity of the problems soon to confront this body will almost inevitably render a unanimous decision unlikely.
One of the most signficant contributions you voters of Medfield can make to your schools is the encouragement and support of a program of high standards of education for your most sacred trust-your children!
Respectfully submitted,
Henry R. DeForest, Chairman J. T. Frame, Jr., Vice Chairman Mary E. Aylward, Financial Secretary Ralph C. Benedict Leon M. Bowden
School Committee of Medfield
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TEACHERS' DIRECTORY - DECEMBER 31, 1955
Name
Position
Education
Years Teaching Experience
When Appointed In Medfield
William H. McLin, B.S.E., Ed.M. Superintendent
Gorham, Hyannis, R. I. Col- lege of Education, Bates, Harvard, Maine
30
1952
HIGH SCHOOL Charles F. Mains, B.S.E.
Principal
Boston University
7
1949
Physical Ed.
Latin and French IX-XII,
Wheaton College
19
1943 (1929-1934)
Industrial Arts
Fitchburg
1
1955
(Military Substitute)
Driver Education
Freeman T. Frank, B.S.E.
Social Studies
Boston University
1
1955
English IX-X, Guidance
Boston College
1
1955
Framingham,
8
1955
Boston University
(1930-1934)
Junior High History
Stonehill College, St.
2
1953
James E. Morris, B.S.E.
Industrial Arts (Military leave of absence)
Fitchburg
5
1950
James H. Morris, A.B.
Algebra, General Math., General Science
Providence College, Boston University
1
1955
Olive Davis Potter (Mrs. Frank) Business
Bay Path Institute Univ. of Vermont
11
1950
Elaine Pederzini, A.B. (Mrs. Gildo) James G. Bachman, B.S.E.
Ass't Principal
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John J. Harrington, Jr., B.S.E. G. Evelyn Kenefick (Mrs. D. Vincent) John F. McGrath, A.B.
Junior High Science and Math
Michaels, Boston College
TEACHERS' DIRECTORY - DECEMBER 31, 1955
Name
Position
Education
Years Teaching Experience
When Appointed In Medfield
Louise M. Richardson, B.S. (Mrs.) Home Economics VII-XII Norma Rosenberg A.B. High School English (Mrs. Earle) Antanet M. Shaw, A.B. (Mrs.)
Framingham Radcliffe
3
1952
2
1955
Boston University
9
1952
John R. Sauer, B.S.
Junior High English Junior High Geography and Math
University of Conn., Boston Teachers
1
1955
Julia L. Warburton, B.A. (Mrs. Ray W.)
Biology, Geometry, Phy- sics, Chemistry, Advanced Math.
University of Utah,
8
1951
52 SUPERVISORS - Grades I-XII Rosemary F. Ryan, B.S.
Physical Education
Boston University, Sargent College Mass. School of Art
1
1955
Myrtle P. Cobb, B.S. (Mrs. Arthur) Elected Oct. '55 Charlotte Roberts , B. Mus.
Art
6
1955
Vocal Music, Helping Teacher
Boston University
2
1953
Art
Mass. School of Art
1
1955
Mildred L. Coyne, B.S.E. (Mrs.) Resigned October 1955 ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Maude S. Washburn (Mrs.)
Principal
Hyannis Normal, Boston Univ., Univ. of Vermont Niel Training School
25
1942
Rose M. Randlett (Mrs. Frederick)
Grade VI
17
1954
Boston University
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TEACHERS' DIRECTORY - DECEMBER 31, 1955
Name
Position
Education
Years Teaching Experience
When Appointed In Medfield
Alice J. Field (Mrs. Arthur) Anna M. Rossi, B.S.E. (Mrs. Lawrence) Margaret H. Blute, A.B., M.S. (Mrs.)
Grade VI
Bridgewater
18
1952
Grade V
Bridgewater, Boston Univ.
9
1950
Grade V
Boston College, Simmons,
2
1953
Harvard University
Muriel Landy Gold, B.S.E. (Mrs. Harvey)
Grade IV
University of Vermont
2
1953
Anne M. Brennan, B.S.E. (Mrs. John)
Grade IV
Boston Teachers College
8
1947
Josephine McMahon, B.S. (Mrs. James)
Grade III
Emporia State Teachers
5
1955
Mary D. Lahnston (Mrs. Frank)
Grade III
Fitchburg
13
1953
Helen Orr McLin (Mrs. William) (Long-term substitute)
Grade III
Farmington
6
1955
Dorothy McFarlin (Mrs. Vernon)
Grade II
Gorham, Boston Univ.
7
1955
Josephine Roche (Mrs. Francis)
Grade II
Framingham
21
1953
Catherine F. Mafusie, B.S.E.
Grade II
Boston University
8
1952
Sallie P. Talbot (Mrs. Stanley)
Grade I
Wheelock
7
1953
Dorothy L. Clark (Mrs. Robert)
Grade I
Wheelock
11
1953
Winifred B. Bagley
Grade I
Perry
10
1955
(Mrs. Sumner)
Pauline A. Coulter, A.B. (Mrs. Robert)
(On leave of absence)
Portia
7
1949
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REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
To the School Committee of Medfield
Mrs. Aylward and Gentlemen:
I herewith transmit my fourth annual report as superintend- ent of the Medfield public schools, it being the fourth such re- port compiled since the town withdrew from the superintendency union.
The Tidal Wave
"The tidal wave of students is sweeping through our ele- mentary schools approaching the secondary schools, and will en- gulf our colleges and universities in a few short years. These stu- dents will enter our elementary schools in ever-increasing num- bers for at least six more years since the number of births in the United States has now reached an all-time peak. The sheer im- pact of unprecedented numbers will force us to explore every re- source and exert every effort to prepare for their coming. In these years of relative peace and quiet it is difficult for us to prepare ourselves for a time when we shall be confronted with at least twice our present number of students. The fact remains that they are already born. We know the time of their coming - we can count them now."
"For every two (elementary) classrooms we had in the Uni- ted States last year (1954) another must be built within six years."
"It may bring the picture into clearer focus if We realize that for every three students now attending high school, there will be four in 1960 and five in 1965."
These quotations are taken from a brochure just published by the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admis- sions Officers.
Is the Tidal Wave Being Felt in Medfield?
The rise in our school population through last October 1 - the official census date for school enrollments throughout the Commonwealth - had been steady rather than spectacular. Sometimes this sort of growth may prove to have been more troublesome in the long run since it has been so gradual as to es- cape the notice of the average citizen. Those of us who are charged with the duty of providing an adequate school program for an expanding population are keenly aware of the cumulative effect, however. Your attention is invited to the following tabula- tion as prepared for our official returns to the Commonwealth:
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ENROLLMENTS AS OF OCTOBER 1 (Exclusive of Kindergartens)
Gain Over Preceding Year
Boys
Girls
Total
Actual
Percent
1951
230
223
453
1952
256
242
498
45
9.9%
1953
287
258
545
47
9.4%
1954
316
286
602
57
10.4%
1955
333
323
656
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8.9%
What Is the Swelling Enrollment Doing to Our School Costs?
Herewith is a tabulation showing the increase in our appro- priations for schools:
APPROPRIATED FOR OPERATING SCHOOLS January 1-December 31
Increase Over Preceding Year
Total Appropriation
Actual
Percent
1952
$124,207
1953
123,955
($252 decrease)
(-00.2%)
1954
137,137
$13,182
10.6%
1955
152,768
15,631
11.3%
Are Our Increasing Costs in Line with Increasing Enrollments?
While the two tabulations given above are not strictly com- parable, since they cover different portions of the school year, the writer has made a general comparison for the three years he has served as superintendent. From 1952 to 1955, enrollment climbed from 498 (see above) to 656 - a gain of 158 pupils. Di- viding 158 by 498 we get a figure of 31.7% gain in enrollment. During the same three years, our school appropriation climbed from $124,207 to $152,768. This was a gain of $28,561. Dividing $28,561 by $124,207 we find the increase was at the rate of 22.9%. Thus we can point to an increase of 22.9% in our costs while our enrollment was going up 31.7%. We have achieved this result only by the most careful management and such "sitting on the lid" will not be possible much longer in the face of steadily- climbing prices for all the goods and services we have to buy. Our budget for 1956 will have to show a substantially heavier rate of increase.
What Steps Must We Take to Meet the Onsushing Flood?
Although the new addition to the Memorial elementary school will practically double our existing elementary classroom space, it will probably take us no further than 1958 and not through 1960 as planned. We can expect about two years before we face serious overcrowding once again in our high school building after we relieve the pressure next September by trans- ferring North Street pupils to the new wing at Memorial and
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using North Street for our junior high school grades. For in- stance, in 1956 we shall graduate 30 from our high school; in 1958, 35; in 1960, 50; in 1963, 70; in 1965, 81. This is based on the actual count of pupils presently enrolled in our schools, taking no account of any growth in enrollments.
Basing our calculations upon a modest increase in enroll- ment of 10% per year and reckoning our newly-enlarged facilities as capable of housing 1060 pupils (High School 250, North Street 210, Memorial 600) our student population should reach 990 by October 1, 1959 and 1090 by October 1, 1960, thus completely us- ing up every available space. But the fallacy in this sort of cal- culation is two-fold-in the first place we have every reason to believe that the growth of our population will not follow in any such orderly progression as indicated above and in the second place we cannot maintain an adequate program of high school work simply by finding space to shelter students from the weather. It would seem wise to plan some sort of expansion of our high school facilities to be ready for use within three years and to acquire additional land to permit such expansion. It would also appear to be wise to start to think about further expansion of our elementary buildings within the next five years. You have already requested the town to make a study of acquiring additional land.
As you are aware, every new family that arrives in Medfield is furnished with a census card upon which to list the names and ages of its children who will be attending our schools. This is done through the kind co-operation of the "Welcome Wagon." So closely were we able to keep check upon new arrivals last year that we came within one pupil of the actual enrollment when we opened schools last September.
Not only is the question of adequate housing of our pupils to be a troublesome one but the matter of proper transportation is also likely to be vexatious. We must overhaul our bus system pretty drastically before September, 1956 to provide for those who have a legal claim to such transportation. It appears that a heavy increase in the costs of our bus system will be inevitable.
The Termination of a Long Career
One of the events of the past year in our public schools that is worthy of special mention occurred on June 30, 1955, when Dorothy J. Brown (Mrs. Ralph R. Brown) ended twenty-nine years of service as a teacher and principal in the Medfield schools. Having attained the minimum retirement age, she was released from her duties at her own request and to the deep sense of personal loss on the part of countless of our citizens. She has moved to Vermont with her husband, who also ended a long career in public service in 1955. Mrs. Brown was tendered a testimonial banquet on June 16, 1955, arranged by the entire com- munity with the Parent-Teacher Association having general oversight of the details. In honor of the occasion the Selectmen
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of Medfield issued a special proclamation which is here repro- duced in full and at the banquet, as you will recall, Chairman Henry R. DeForest, on behalf of the School Committee, presented Mrs. Brown with a framed testimonial scroll, the wording of which appears immediately following the selectmen's proclama- tion.
TOWN OF MEDFIELD Commonwealth of Massachusetts
A PROCLAMATION DOROTHY J. BROWN DAY
Whereas, Dorothy J. Brown has served as a teacher and principal in the School System of the Town of Medfield for the past 29 years, and
Whereas, she has earnestly and efficiently worked for the finest possible education of the children of the Town, and
Whereas, she has taken a personal and patient interest in each pupil under her charge during such a long period of time, and
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