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May 25-Still alarm at 11:25 A. M. Dwelling at 191 Ham- ilton street. Owned by James K. Egan. Overheated chimney. Insured.
July 4-Still alarm at 1:40 A. M. Dwelling at 131 Everett street. Owend by Fred Boucher. Radio. Insured.
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July 4-Still alarm at 9:30 P. M. Barn at 243 Morris street. Owned by Charles Maramo. Spontaneous combustion in hay. Insured.
July 28-Box 32 at 2:50 P. M. Tenements at 142 Hamil- ton street. Owned by Roderick Martel. Spontaneous combustion. Insured.
August 19-Still alarm at 11:30 A. M. Dwelling at 40 Marcy street. Owned by Frank Sansoucy. Short circuit. Insured.
August 23-Still alarm at 5:15 A. M. Tenements at 66 East Main street. Owned by Southern N. E. R. R. Smoking in bed. Insured.
August 23-Box 42 at 6.08 A. M. Dwelling at Woodstock road. Owned by Frank Sugda. Spontaneous combustion. Insured.
October 3-Box 45 at 9:30 A. M. Tenements at 209 Mechanic street. Owned by Ralph Robbins. Defective wiring. Insured.
October 23-Still alarm at 11:35 A. M. Garage and barn at 2 Green street. Owned by Tony Dipoolo. Spontan- eous combustion. Insured.
November 17-Still Alarm at 2:30 A. M. Tenements at 50 Elm street. Owned by Herbert Wells. Hot ashes. In- sured.
November 17-Still alarm at 9:00 A. M. Stores and offices at 267 Main street. Owned by Y. M. C. A. Cigarette. Insured.
November 17-Box 34 at 9:25 P. M. Store at 31 Central street. Owned by Kollios & H. Zesser. Defective oil burner. Insured.
November 28 Still alarm at 9:07 A. M. Dwelling at 11 Taft street. Owned by Marcy Bartholomew. Spark from chimney on awning. Insured.
November 28-Still alarm at 10:20 P. M. Tenements at 141 Charlton street. Owned by Julius Laroche. Over- heated chimney. Insured.
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December 7-Still alarm at 12:50 P. M. Tenements at 79 Fairlawn ave. Owned by Joseph Belanger. Overheat- ed chimney. Insured.
December 7-Still alarm at 4:00 P. M. Tenements at 16 Thomas street. Owned by Antony Comito. Over- heated chimney. Insured.
December 9-Box 45 at 9:36 P. M. Tenements at 108 Charlton street. Owned by Albina Duteau. Spontane- ous combustion. Insured.
December 15-Still alarm at 4:53 P. M. Store and office at 276 Main street. Owned by Wilfred Lamoureux. Hot ashes in basket. Insured.
December 19-Box 25 at 1:25 A. M. Tenements at 31 Cross street. Owned by Adelard Laporte. Defective wiring. Insured.
December 27-Box 47 at 6:00 P. M. Tenements at 131 Worcester street. Owned by Tortunato Tucci. Over- heated chimney. Insured.
December 27-Still alarm at 1:58 P. M. Dwelling at Breakneck road. Owned by Abraham Peloquin. Over- heated chimney. Insured.
In closing our report for the year, the board of fire engineers wish to thank the citizens for their co-operation, and the members of the department for their loyalty to their work.
In conclusion the Board of Fire Engineers on behalf of the members of the fire department wish to thank the Board of Selectmen and the other town officials for their courtesy and consideration of the department.
JOSEPH E. DUCHENEAU, Chief GEORGE W. LAUGHNANE, Clerk
WILLARD J. CLAFLIN HENRY DESAULNIERS LOUIS E. FARLAND
For the Board of Fire Engineers,
OSWALD MEUNIER, Assistant Clerk
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REPORT OF CHIEF ENGINEER
Permits to keep, store, and sell explosives, and main- tain garages.
PERMITS
Fireworks 15
High Explosives 7
Maintain Garages 152
Oil Burners 7
Open Air Permits
11
To Remove Empty Gasoline Tanks
6
INSPECTIONS
Hotels and Boarding Houses 17
Tenement Houses 640
Garages 152
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REPORT OF FOREST FIRE WARDEN
There was 10 forest fires.
In my report for this year compare with last year, it will be seen that the cost of extinguishing forest fires, has been less than the previous year.
REPORT OF THE FOREST FIRE WARDEN
The forest fire department wishes to remind the townspeople that it will do all that it can to suppress forest fires.
Last year appropriation was $700.00.
The balance from last year's appropriation was $256.95.
I recommend an appropriation of $700.00.
We had a special appropriation for a forest fire pump fully equipped with three thousand feet of hose $1,625.00.
We had a special appropriation for a one and one half ton Ford truck $754.00.
There were 11 permits issued for fires in the open. I wish at this time to thank the people for their good will and again ask their co-operation with this department to prevent forest fires in this vicinity.
INVENTORY OF THE FOREST FIRE DEPARTMENT
One Ton And One Half Ford Truck $754.00
One Chevrolet Truck 125.00
One Ford Truck 250.00
One Ford Truck 10.00
Forty Six 21/2 Gallon Fire Extinguishers 322.00
Nine Five Gallon Cans 18.00
Six Four Gallon Cans 9.00
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Six Ten Gallon Pumps
60.00
Two Five Gallon Pumps 20.00
Twenty Ten Quart Pails
5.00
Twenty Brooms
15.00
Nine Hoes
4.50
Two Spare Tires
15.00
JOSEPH E. DUCHENEAU
Forest Fire Warden
REPORT OF THE AMBULANCE DEPARTMENT
In rendering my report for the past year, I wish to state that there was an appropriation of $300.00 made for this department.
For the coming year, I recommend an appropriation of $300.00.
The balance from last year appropriation was $75.53.
During the past year the Ambulance made the fol- lowing trips.
Worcester
71
Boston
1
Rutland
1
Shrewsbury
1
Holland
1
Quinebaug
1
Dudley
1
Sturbridge
7
Fiskdale
3
Charlton
3
Southbridge
39
INVENTORY OF THE AMBULANCE DEPARTMENT
One Cunning Ambulance $3,000.00
Two Spare Tires 40.00
Seven Blankets 32.00
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Three Pillows
3.00
Six Sheets
5.00
Ten Pillow Cases
5.00
Eight Towels
.80
JOSEPH E. DUCHENEAU Chief of the Fire Department
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REPORT OF POLICE DEPARTMENT
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen,
Southbridge, Mass.
Gentlemen :
I submit herewith for your consideration my report for the fiscal year ending December 31, 1931. The organ- ization of the police department at the close of the fiscal year was as follows:
CHIEF
Ulric Brault
PATROLMEN
Pierre A. Cormier
Alfred E. Lariviere
Patrick Donnely
Moise J. Beaudry
Joseph Paquin
Carl Corriveau
Ovila Martin
Martin Brennan
Joseph Morin
John Miller
Arthur Murphy
Ernest J. Fierro, Sub.
Felix W. Lusignan
Stanley E. Knowles, Sub.
JANITOR AND ASSISTANT LOCKUP KEEPER
Ernest J. Fierro
Duties performed by the police department during the year expiring December 31, 1931. Total arrests, 453, males 422, females 31, minors 102, residents 338, non-residents 115.
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OFFENSES
Drunkenness 149
Violation of Auto laws
63
Disturbing the peace 18
Violation of Town by laws
6
Non-support
28
Assault and battery
14
Larceny
56
Taking Motor Vehicle without au-
thority
8
Held for outside police
6
Breaking and entering
10
Begetting
7
Neglectiing children
1
Vagrant
8
Viol. Fish and Games laws
2
Insane
9
Violation of probation
2
Arrested on Capias
3
Attempt larceny
1
Gaming
3
Peddling without a license
1
Violation of liquor laws
5
Runaway children
4
Ringing false fire alarm
1
Common Drunkards
1
Failing to send children to school
1
Held as a material witness
1
Destroying properties
1
Assault
3
Stubborn children
2
Trespassing
18
Fornication
2
Accosting
1
Violation order of the court 2
Neglected children 11
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Lewd and lascivious person 1
Having stolen goods in possession 8
Violation of food laws 2
Adultery
2
Using profane language 1
DISPOSITION OF CASES
Fined
63
Filed 84
Suspended sentences
87
Committed to House of Correction 28
Released 49
Continued for outside court
20 7
Worcester State Hospital
Discharged 38
Probation
37
Committed to Monson State Hospital 1
Committed to Shirley School 2
Committed to Sherborn Reformatory
3
Taken to Home of Good Sheppard 2
Committed to State Dept. Public Wel- fare
7
Committed to Lyman School 5
Defaulted 1
Committed to State Farm at Bridgewater 1
Cases continued and disposed 37
OCCUPATIONS
Laborers 165
No-position
88
Farmers 25
Mechanic 11
12
Optical workers
4
Merchants
7
Soldier
T
Salesmen 10
Mill-hands 13
Knife makers
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Chauffeurs
15
Painters
12
Cook
1
Clerks
7
Plumbers
2
Peddlers
6
Chemist
1
Chemist
1
Tinsmith
1
Bakers
2
Mason
1
At School
37
House-wife
20
Printer
1
Cobbler
1
At home
3
Laundry workers
1
Linesmen
3
Carpenters
3
Bellhop
2
Engraver
1
Dentist
1
Jeweler
1
Roofers
3
Attorney
1
Barbers
1
Contractor
1
MISCELLANEOUS
Number of motor vehicle licenses
suspended 64
Goods stolen and recovered $5123.50
Goods stolen not recovered 413.00
Motor vehicles stolen and recovered 14
Doors found unlocked by police officers
35
Accidents investigated 66
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In conclusion it is with pleasure that I extend in behalf of the police department and myself to the Honora- ble Board of Selectmen and other town officials, our most sincere thanks for their kindly consideration during the past year, and trust that the accomplishment of the depart- ment have been such as to repay them for their interests. Respectfully submitted,
ULRIC BRAULT
Chief of Police.
Southbridge, Mass. December 31, 1931.
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REPORT OF SEWER COMMISSIONERS
To the Citizens of the Town of Southbridge, Mass.
The Board of Sewer Commissioners hereby submit. their yearly report for the year 1931.
The Filtration plant in Sandersdale is working proper- ly and satisfactory to the State board of Public health.
A Sanitary sewer was built on Highland, Poplar and Glover St. a stretch of.832 Ft.
We recommend for the year 1932 the Sum of $3,500.00 for the maintenance of the sewer Dept.
Very truly yours, PIERRE BENOIT O. L. LAPIERRE
Board of Sewer Commissioners
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REPORT OF BOARD OF HEALTH
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen
Gentlemen :
The Board of Health, Dr. Charles Simpson, Arthur Lavallee and Dr. Joseph G. E. Page met and organized as follows, Dr. Charles Simpson Chairman, Arthur Lavallee Clerk.
Meetings were held monthly on the last Tuesday of the month.
Health conditions have been very good this year, as the itemized reports of the different departments will show ; The Board was very much gratified by the fact that there was not one case of Diphtheria during the year. We feel that the work we have done for the last three years, with the toxin antitoxin preventive treatment has been well paid for.
We have however to report a considerable number of cases of Scarlet Fever, this is an acute, specific infectious and highly contagious disease, characterized by high fever, sore throat, a diffuse punctate erythenatous rash and mark- ed tendency to nephritis and suppurative oiitis media or absess of the middle ear.
Statistics show that in hospitals persons who do not touch patients or come within range of droplets from the nose or mouth very rarely acquire the disease.
While no age is exempt, a large majority of cases occur in children between the ages of 1 to 15 years, there- fore when any child develops a rash of any kind, a doctor
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should be called at once, and if the house is quarantined people should be careful not to expose themselves as noted above, or an epidemic may be the result.
We feel that several cases were not reported and naturally exposed a great many children to the contagion. The public at large must understand that every case of - contagious must be reported by somebody, if no Doctor is called, the family must report it, failure to do so is punish- able by law.
Miss Marguerite C. Houle, the Public Health nurse was voted a leave of absence of four months to pursue a study in the Western Reserve University, in Cleveland, Ohio, the Board was very fortunate in securing Miss Nadia I .. Gatineau as a substitute.
On April 28, 1931 the Board passed and adopted the following regulation.
Regulation 2A. "No person, firm or corporation shall, in the Town of Southbridge, Mass., sell, ex- change, deliver or have in his custody or possession with intent so to do, milk or cream from any cow unless said cow has within a period of six months passed without reaction a tuberculin test as established under the laws of Massachusetts tested under the plan as adopted by the United States Bureau of Animal Industry.
This regulation shall not apply to pasteurized milk or milk intended for pasteurization.
This regulation shall take effect January, 1932."
The inforcement of this regulation could not be put into effect on the above date, for the reason that the State De- partment of Animal Industry, could not make the necessary inspections and tests, but we have been assured that it will be done in the near future, providing the Legislature passes the order for necessary funds.
In a spirit of co-operation with a State Wide movement to eradicate tuberculosis in cows, and prevent bovine tuber-
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culosis in children, the Board of Health took upon itself to call a meeting of all the farmers interested in the dis- tribution of milk in Southbridge. The meeting did much, we hope, in promoting a better understanding of the situa- tion.
Cases of tuberculosis seem to have shown a slight de- cline during the year. We have kept a sharp watch on con- tacts, the clinic held every Monday has as usual been very poorly attended.
We wish its importance could be better understood by the public.
A detailed account of the different activities follows and will give you a better understanding of the work done.
CHARLES SIMPSON, M. D. ARTHUR LAVALLEE.
JOSEPH G. PAGE, M. D.
Board of Health
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REPORT OF THE AGENT OF BOARD OF HEALTH
To the Board of Health
Gentlemen :
I hereby submit my report as your Agent for the past year.
Conditions have been rather quiet and no bad infrac- tions of the health laws have been made, minor complaints have been received from time to time but all have been satis- factorily adjusted after consultation with the parties in- terested.
The following cases of contagious diseases have been reported during the year.
Chickenpox
1
Lobar Pneumonia
17
Scarlet Fever 56
Pulmonary Tuberculosis
3
Whooping Cough
3
Dog Bite
3
Measles
15
Mumps
3
Tuberculosis other forms
2
Total 103
These cases have been placed under quarantine and have been visited by the nurse and myself and the diseases controlled as far as possible.
Following are the deaths that have occurred within the town and for which burial permits have been issued.
Accidental 3
Angina Pectoris 5
Absesses 2
Cerebral Hemorrhage 12
Convulsions 1
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Endocarditis
2
Heart
10
Myocarditis
10
Mitral Regurgation
2
Meningitis
1
Pneumonia Lobar
11
Pneumonia Broncho
4
Suicide
1
Tuberculosis Pul.
3
Whooping Cough
1
Arterio Sclerosis
9
Arterio Stenosis
3
Bronchitis
1
Cancer
25
Diabetis
3
Enterites
1
Epilepsy
1
Gastric Ulsers
1
Hopkins Disease
1
Nephritis
3
Spina Befida
1
Still-born
9
Premature birth
4
Sudden deaths, Medical Examiner Total
19
149
At this time I wish to thank the public as well as the Board of Health for their fine co-operation.
Very respectfully
ALBERT R. BROWN.
Agent.
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REPORT OF MILK INSPECTOR
To the Board of Health
Gentlemen :
Herewith is my report as your Inspector of Milk for the year ending December 31, 1931.
During the year I have issued the following licenses. Peddlers Licenses 50
Store Licenses
58
Oleomargarine Permits issued 13
I have paid over to the Town Treasurer as per Town Accountants report the sum of $60.50 for said licenses.
I wish at this time to thank the Board of Health and the Milk producers for the co-operation in this work.
Respectfully submitted
ALBERT R. BROWN
Inspector of Milk.
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REPORT OF INSPECTOR OF SLAUGHTERING
To the Board of Health
Gentlemen :
I hereby submit my report as Inspector of Slaughter- ing for the year ending December 31, 1931.
Number of Carcasses of Beef Inspected 38
Number of Carcasses of Lamb Inspected 7
Number of Carcasses of Veal Inspected 221
Number of Carcasses of Swine Inspected 199
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One Beef Carcass was condemned for tuberculosis.
Respectfully yours,
ARMAND W. GENDREAU
Inspector of Slaughtering
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REPORT OF PRIVATE SCHOOLS
To Honorable Board of Health.
Gentlemen :
We hereby submit our report for the year ending Dec. 31, 1931.
Total number of children examined 1172.
Defects are listed below.
Defective Teeth 622
Throat defects 173
Eye defects 2
Underweight
412
Defect in Nose
174
Defect in Heart
13
Defect in Spine 1
We would ask that as fast as possible all parents have these defects corrected, as the health of the child as well as its progress in its studies depends largely on these cor- rections.
At this time we wish to thank the Pastors of the sev- eral Churches and the public as well as the Board of Health for their co-operation.
Very respectfully CHARLES SIMPSON, M. D. JOSEPH G. E. PAGE, M. D.
Inspectors.
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REPORT OF INSPECTOR OF PLUMBING
To the Board of Health
Gentlemen :
I hereby submit my report as your Plumbing Inspector for the year ending December 31, 1931.
The following fixtures have been installed during the year which have been subject to my inspection and with the plumbing work thereto have been aproved.
Water Closets 107
Lavatories (Bowls)
106
Laundry Sinks
113
Floor Drains
9
Drinking Fountains
3
Sinks
97
Baths
85
Urinals
2
Slop Sinks
5
Bed Pan Sinks
4
Sterilizers 14
Dish Washer
1
Steam Tables
2
Autopsy Tables
1
These have been installed in the following classes of buildings.
Hospitals 1
2 Tenement Houses 8
5 Tenement Houses 1
Factories 3
Residences 22
3 Tenement Houses 1
9 Tenement Houses 1
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Stores 2
Additional fixtures in old houses 20
I have inspected and approved water tests on 55 different jobs, many of these had more than one inspection on the same building so as to aid the construction.
Respectfully submitted,
ALBERT R. BROWN
.
Inspector of Plumbing.
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REPORT OF HEALTH NURSE
To the Honorable Board of Health :
I hereby submit my annual report as Board of Health Nurse, for the year ending Dec. 31, 1931.
This year's program has been carried on as the pre- vious year, to help maintain a standard of good health in the community.
Nearly all reported cases of Tuberculosis are at home, doing a little regular work and following some treatment. A few of these have been discharged from sanatoria as quiescent, and usually get along remarkably well, if their surroundings are hygienic. It is difficult to convince sus- picious and contact cases, that the early and frequent phy- sical examination, will prevent a positive diagnosis later. Patients are urged to attend chest clinics, as it is definitely known that X-Ray is the only way to determine tuberculosis in the incipient stage.
The tuberculosis dispensary in the Town Hall was opened every Monday from 4 to 6 P. M.
Number of visits to active cases 52
Number of visits to quiescent cases 54
Number of visits to suspicious cases 13
Number of visits to contacts 89
Number of visits to Hilum Tuberculosis 26
The sale of Christmas seals, provided a vacation for a number of school children, who are underweight or tuber- culosis contacts. Following health rules, during this period they have an opportunity to receive regular training under skilled physicians, trained nurses teachers, and play leaders. Five girls were admitted July 28th. returning Aug. 25th. Each child improved considerably.
Although the oral examination, shows great improve- ment in the care of teeth dental caries are ever present,
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and this defect is still encountered more than any other. The dental clinic was opened every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, from 9 to 11:45, beginning Oct. 1st, to June 1st. and each dentist served a month.
Number of children who reported to clinic 701
Number of prophylaxis 629
Number of extractions 274
Number of fillings
284
Number of oral examinations
15
Number of treatments 4
The children who are being followed-up under the States' Ten Year Program, were re-X-Rayed and later ex- amined by Dr. Martin. Every month these children are weighed and measured twice per year. Parents usually ac- company children at this clinic, and are given instruction, concerning the child's welfare, by the doctor and nutrition- ist.
Number of children recommended for re-examina-
tion 19
Number of children re-X-Rayed 18
Number of children re-examined
16
Number of children found improved
15
Number of children found unimproved
1
Recommended for Sanatorium treatment 1
Recommended for discharged (apparently well) 6
Number of new cases examined and X-Rayed 3
Number of new cases discharged 1
Number admitted to Westfield Sanatorium 1
WORKING GROUP
Number of children in working group re-examined and re-X-Rayed 3
Number of children in working group found to be improved 3
Recommended for discharge 1
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In June pre-school clinics were scheduled for each parochial school. All children who attended these clinics were escorted either by parent or some adult. After a com- plete physical examination, parents were urged to have de- fects corrected before entering school.
Number of children examined at Notre Dame 23 Number of children examined at Ste. Jeanne d'Arc 21 Number of Children examined at St. Mary's 3
During 1929 and 1930 nearly a thousand children re- ceived the treatment and test for diphtheria immunization, and seven hundred and seventy-nine had a negative re- action. 224 children received the toxin-antitoxin treatment soon after school opened in Sept. These clinics are well at- tended, and it's gratifying to note that no diphtheria has been reported this year.
The medical inspectors assisted by the nurse, examined the parochial school children, and sent recommendations to parents.
NOTRE DAME SCHOOL
Number of children examined 609
Number of children 15% underweight 34
Number of children 10% underweight 64
Number of children 7% underweight 88
ST. MARY'S SCHOOL
Number of children examined 165
Number of children 15% underweight 12
Number of children 10% underweight 8
Number of children 7% underweight 28
STE. JEANNE d'ARC
Number of children examined 398
Number of children 15% underweight 48
Number of children 10% underweight 42
Number of children 7% underweight 88
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According to local requirements, communicable diseases reported to the Board of Health were quarantined and placarded. The family received instruction concerning precautions necessary to prevent the spread of such dis- eases.
Number of visits to Diphtheria cases 0 Number of visits to Scarlet cases 176
Number of follow-up visits to Infantile Paralysis _ 8
Respectfully submitted,
MARGUERITE C. HOULE, R. N.
NADIA L. GATINEAU. R. N.
Public Health Nurses.
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REPORT OF BOARD OF PUBLIC WELFARE
FOR YEAR 1931
To the citizens of the Town of Southbridge,
The year 1931 has been in our estimation, the hardest year in regard to the Welfare Department, that has been experienced. Your board has made every effort to be as economical as possible, taking into consideration, the physical and mental contentment of the unfortunates, who have come under their care. We have aided 288 families, with a total number of persons amounting to 1220. The number of persons out of work, has been the largest, be- cause, we have been unable to place as many at work as in previous years. We have purchased 300 cords of wood, that was chopped by men who were receiving Town aid, and in this way, have made the town's money do double duty.
We wish to thank the manufacturers, and contractors, for their co-operation in the employment of needy persons. To the various Town officials we extend our appreciation.
The Mother's Aid Division, which is for widowed mothers, with two or more dependent children, has twelve active cases, at the present time. These cases are under the supervision of the State Department, and are a scource of satisfaction to anyone interested in Welfare Work.
The Infirmary, on Chestnut St., is in good condition, and the inmates, well cared for, under the able supervision of Warden Joseph N. Payant, who has completed his 19th. year.
Bureau of Old Age Assistance. The first year of this division, has closed, with 30 cases receiving aid. Although
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we are now at this phase of the work, we feel we have un- usual types of cases, and that we are carrying out the full intent of the law. Persons receiving aid, under this Act, must be needy, worthy American Citizens, who have reached the age of seventy years, having twenty years consecutive residence in the State of Massachusetts. The Commonwealth " will reimburse the Town for one third of the money ex- pended.
Families aided in town, having local settlement 225
Families aided in town, State cases or other settlement 63
Families aided out of town with local settlement 17
Individuals aided out of town with local settlement
13
Adults fully supported (outside of own home)
2
Children aided in homes and institutions
15
Adults aided at local Infirmary
28
Mother's Aid cases (local settlement)
11
Mother's Aid cases (State cases)
2
Arrests for non-support
31
OLD AGE ASSISTANCE
67 applications, for old Age Assistance were received and acted upon as follows :
Not deserving
2
Not Citizens
14
Age not proven as seventy
1
Sufficient resources
2
Children able to support
3
Died before granted
3
Pending investigation
10
Not a resident twenty consecutive years
2
Accepted 30
Respectfully submitted,
NAPOLEON BLANCHARD, Chairman.
HERMAS LIPPE
GEORGE H. HARTWELL
HERBERT H. MICHON, Clerk.
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REPORT OF CEMETERY COMMITTEE
The work in the Cemetery has been carried along the usual lines during the past year. Special attention has been given Perpetual Care lots. These lots have been mowed, trimmed and raked regularly throughout the summer and fall, also sunken graves filled. As much time as possible has been put in working on the whole Cemetery. By doing this the Cemetery presents a neat attractive appearance at all times. A tree expert was employed for two weeks in the early fall cutting out dead-wood and filling cavities in several of our best trees. We feel this is money well spent. There are a large number of beautiful trees in the Cemetery and it is our endeavor to keep them in a good healthy con- dition. A new plan of lots was made by the Engineering De- partment. These were badly needed, the plans we had were in some sections obsolete as new surveys had been made since the original plans were drawn. The Cole Lot was gone over and what underbrush had accumulated during the year cut. Special attention was given the sections specified by Miss Hannah Edwards in a trust fund created by her. There were nine lots sold during the year, four accepted for Per- petual Care. The total amount collected from all sources was $881.09.
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