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As of December 31, 1958, there were 80 active cases on file, aiding 161 persons.
For detailed report on expenditures and reimbursements of this department please refer to the report of the Town Ac- countant.
Veterans' Services
The service work of this department, consisting of settling claims which our veterans and their families have had, has in- creased about twenty percent. This work includes the filing of claims for bonuses, pensions, compensation, hospitalization, questions on schooling, insurance and many other subjects in which their dependents are interested.
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Deceased veterans for the year 1958:
2 Spanish War 17 World War I 4 World War II
I am greatly appreciative of the whole hearted cooperation of all department heads.
I wish to take this opportunity to thank all veterans or- ganizations and their auxiliaries, the Lions Club and the various persons who wish to remain anonymous, for their generous donations at Christmas time to provide extras for the needy children of the community.
Respectfully submitted, ROLAND G. HETU Director and Agent Burial Agent
REPORT OF THE BOARD OF HEALTH PHYSICIAN
To the Citizens of the Town of Southbridge:
I hereby submit my report on the results of the annual inspection of the elementary school children in the parochial schools.
Sacred Heart School
Grade II
Pupils examined 29
Pupils with defects 2
Heart murmur 1
Cerumen in ears 1
Grade IV Pupils examined 29
Pupils with defects 7
Heart murmur 1
Teeth need attention 2
Enlarged tonsils 2
Acne 1
Crusting blepharitis
1
Grade VI
Pupils examined 38
Pupils with defects 12
Chest deformity
1
Overweight
2
Enlarged tonsils
2
Teeth need attention 7
Grade VIII Pupils examined 30
Pupils with defects 20
Chest deformity 2
Teeth need attention 6
Dentures 1
Braces on teeth 1
Enlarged tonsils 9
Acne 1
Total number of pupils examined 126
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Total number of defects listed
41
Notices sent to parents
11
St. Mary's School
Grade II
Pupils examined 34
Pupil with defect 1
Cervical glands 1
Grade IV Pupils examined 22
Pupils with defects 5
Chest deformity 1
Enlarged tonsils 1
Teeth need attention 3
Grade VI Pupils examined 25
Pupils with defects 6
Enlarged tonsils 1
Teeth need attention 2
Braces on teeth 2
Cerumen in ear 1
Grade VIII Pupils examined 16
Pupils with defects 5
Enlarged tonsils
1
Teeth need attention 4
Total number of pupils examined 97
Total number of defects listed 1
Notices sent to parents 9
Respectfully submitted, RAYMOND F. HALING, M.D.
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REPORT OF INSPECTOR OF PLUMBING
To the Honorable Board of Health:
Gentlemen:
I herewith submit my report as Plumbing Inspector for the year ending December 31, 1958.
During the year, the following fixtures and appliances were installed:
Water Closets
82
Lavatories
88
Kitchen Sinks
65
Bath Tubs
57
Showers
7
Wash Trays
1
Range Boilers
4
Tankless Heaters
22
Automatic Hot Water Tanks
157
Washing Machines
17
Garbage Disposals
6
Water Piping Replacements
1
Soda Fountains
1
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3
Refrigeration Drains
12
Slop Sinks 2 Bar Sinks 3
Floor Drains
2
Dishwashers
1
Gas Water Heaters
1
Total Number of Fixtures and Appliances 532
Number of Inspections 381
Number of Permits 246
Number of Water Tests
54
Number of Unfinished Jobs
8
Respectfully submitted, ARTHUR O. BALLARD Inspector of Plumbing.
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REPORT OF THE INSPECTOR OF MILK
To the Honorable Board of Health: Gentlemen:
I hereby submit my report as Milk Inspector for the year ending December 31, 1958.
Number of Samples Collected
214
Tests for Butter Fats 214
No samples were below the legal standard of 3.35%.
Tests for Solids - Samples Tested 214
No samples below the legal standard.
Tests for Acidity - Samples Tested 96
18 samples were in the process of Souring due to improper cooling.
Phosphatase Test - Samples Tested 104
All were found to be sufficiently pasteurized.
Microscopic Bacteria Count 42
Mastitis Test from suspected milk or cream 31
Number of Store and Vehicle Milk and Cream Licenses Granted 82
Number of Oleomargarine Registrations Granted 40
Number of Pasteurization of Milk Licenses 3
Frozen Dessert Licenses 1
Total Licenses and Registrations 126
Respectfully submitted, ARTHUR O. BALLARD Inspector of Milk.
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Urinals
REPORT OF THE FOOD INSPECTOR
To the Honorable Board of Health: Gentlemen:
I herewith submit my report as Food Inspector for the year ending December 31, 1958.
This year, as usual, we carried on the customary routine inspections of bakeries, groceries and markets, as well as all eating and drinking establishments. The conditions were im- proved considerably especially in the establishments that re- quired more work in the previous years.
We made 21 inspections of bakeries and we prevailed upon the owners to correct the few defects existing in their plants.
Respectfully submitted, ARTHUR O. BALLARD Food Inspector.
ANNUAL REPORT OF SOUTHBRIDGE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE
To the honorable Board of Selectmen:
This Southbridge Public Improvement Committee in its second year was made up as follows:
CLARENCE PELOQUIN, Chairman CHARLES HAVENER, Clerk
JOSEPH SWIACKI MICHAEL MORRILL
JOHN ROSSI
The following is a listing of problems considered, and the action taken on them during the year:
A. Town Hall Facilities
Making use of funds provided at a special Town Meeting, as well as funds from its budget, this committee engaged the services of Bigelow, Kent, Willard and Co. to conduct a survey of the existing Town Hall building. We requested a report on its suitability for the next decade, costs of repairing and modifying it for better use, and an analysis of work space and work load. We further requested that based on this information we be advised as to the probable cost of a new office type build- ing to be erected at Dresser Park. This survey has been com- pleted, and we have caused an article to be inserted in the annual warrant asking for funds to design and erect a new office type Town Hall building. It is our hope that some action will be taken to relieve the crowded conditions that exist, es- pecially in the office of the Town Clerk.
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B. Parking Facilities
Last year we arranged rental of property at the corner of Goddard and Main Streets, and we recommend its continued. rental. In conjunction with our proposal to erect a new Town Office building, we propose the demolition of the existing. Town Hall and the use of the land, and such adjacent land as: may be or become available, as a metered parking lot. Apprais -: ed values on other proposed sites were so high we could not. recommend acquiring any additional land this year, but we strongly urge that the Finance Committee and others curtail disbursements from the parking meter account in order that this fund increase to the point that suitable areas may be ac- quired and developed for parking use.
C. Property Revaluation,
During the year we have contacted several firms with reference to reappraisal of taxable property. Our conclusions are that it would cost the Town approximately $40,000.00 for a block survey and an additional $20-$40,000.00 for the actual reappraisal. We have no evidence sufficient to substantiate that this cost would be recoverable from presently un-taxed sources, and cannot at this time recommend a course of action to take. We expect to continue discussions on this problem, hoping to work out a more conservative program.
D. Town Infirmary.
At a special Town Meeting, concurrent with the acquir- ing of land on upper Morris Street for recreational use, we recommended that the Town had no further use for this proper- ty, and that it be offered for sale. Boys' Club interests and others. objected to this at that time, and it was, and is, our position that donation or sale at give-away price of this property to any charitable or service organization would set a dangerous pre- cedent. By this we do not oppose the idea of the Boys' Club or any other service group. We merely feel that the taxpayers' money cannot be given to one organization without setting a precedent for a request for funds from all other, equally quali- fied, charitable and service groups.
E. Memorial Hall
At a meeting of Town Departments, we requested clarifi- cation of the claim on space in the Town Hall known as "Memo- rial Hall" by certain GAR groups. Since it was evident that those present had only hearsay knowledge, we requested that Town Counsel check its status for us. His report confirmed. our belief that this space had been allocated many years ago by some Selectmen's group, and was subject to reassignment by the incumbents, present or future, or by the townspeople. It is our recommendation that since the Town "may" provide funds for such space for certain specified groups, and since the
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appropriation of funds to such groups as the VFW and others for rental purposes is handled as an article in the warrant, space in the Town Hall for such purposes should likewise be request- ed at the Annual Town Meeting. It is our position that space in the Town Hall should be allocated first for official Town busi- ness, second for income producing (via partial rental and reim- bursement for heat, light, and janitor service) related functions, and finally for non-related uses such as organizational meeting rooms.
F. Armory Site.
This committee was pleased to participate with other groups and individuals in the forming of a special committee to select a site for the proposed Armory. Joseph Swiacki served as Chairman on this special committee, and Michael Morrill was a member. This committee was successful in bringing about a rapid solution to a long standing problem, and we are glad to have been able to assist.
G. Inventory.
An inventory of Town owned materials taken during 1957 was published early this year and turned over to the Town Accountant with a recommendation that action be taken to keep this inventory up to date by posting new purchases and deleting material worn out or otherwise lost to use. We strongly urge that the Selectmen and the Finance Committee follow this annually.
This committee is grateful for the continued cooperation of the Board of Selectmen and other Town Officials. We also ex- press our appreciation to the other citizens of the Town who have aided and encouraged us. We hope we will continue to warrant their support.
CHARLES E. HAVENER, Clerk
REPORT OF POLICE DEPARTMENT
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen: Gentlemen:
I submit my report for the year ending December 31, 1958. On behalf of the Police Department, I wish to express my sin- cere thanks for the splendid support and cooperation received from your Honorable Board, all other Town Departments, the members of the Auxiliary Police, parents and members of the School Safety Patrol, the School Superintendent and the fac- ulty of all schools for their support and interest in pedestrian safety for school children in close cooperation with the Safety Officer; the Southbridge Safety Council, Press, Radio, In- dustry, Merchants and Citizens in the year 1958.
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Assault
(1 Juvenile) 8
Threats and Intimidation
1
Breaking and Entering and Larceny
(7 Juveniles) 9
Breaking and Entering to Commit Larceny
3
Larceny and Attempted Larceny
(3 Females)
(7 Juveniles)
12
Receiving Stolen Goods
(1 Female) (4 Juveniles)
9
Using Motor Vehicle Without Authority
(2 Juveniles)
2
Adultery
(1 Female)
2
Violation of Town By-Laws
(2 Females)
23
Delinquent Complaints, Juveniles
(9 Females)
41
Desertion from Armed Forces
1
Disturbance of the Peace
8
Operating so as to endanger
Operating under the influence of liquor
(1 Female) (2 Juveniles)
22
Drunkenness
(12 Females)
(4 Juveniles)
248
Violation of liquor laws
1
Violation of Lord's Day
1
Violation of Motor Vehicle Laws
(11 Females) (23 Juveniles)
134
Stubbornness
1
Vagrants
13
Truancy
7
Weapons Carrying
6
Violation of Probation
(1 Female)
7
Duties to School Attendance, Parents Neglect (4 Females)
5
Escapee from State Hospital
1
Exposing and Exploding Fireworks
2
Wayward Child (1 Female)
3
Runaway
2
Arrest for Out of Town Police
3 2
Others
(13 Juveniles) (5 Females)
18
Total Arrests (58 Females) (40 Juveniles) 671
Permits issued to carry firearms
146
Licenses to Sell Firearms and Gunsmith
4
Licenses to Sell Shotguns and Rifles
1
Gunsmith License Issued
1
Summonses Served for Out of Town Police, Courts 317
Persons Committed, State Hospital
33
Permits Issued to Work Lord's Day, Holidays
51
Sound Truck Permits Issued
16
Doors and Windows Found Unlocked or Open 797
Radio Calls Sent Out 1003
5
Neglect, Desertion, Non-Support
Violation of Traffic Rules (9 Females) (12 Juveniles) (1 Female)
86
Selling without a License
3
117
Night Lodging Given Travelers
40
Parking Summonses Issued
29
Violation of Parking Rules (514 Illegal Winter Parking) 878
Total Bicycles Registered 1383
Local Traffic Warnings Issued
109
Motor Vehicle Violation Notices to Registry of Motor Vehicles 232
License and Registrations Recommended Suspended 48
Major Offenses Reported to Police - 20 Cleared by arrest 18
Personal Injury Accidents Reported to Police 48
Property Damage Accidents Reported to Police 62
Passengers Injured, All Accidents 20
Pedestrians Injured by Motor Vehicles
15
·Operators Injured, All Accidents
40
Bicyclists Injured by Motor Vehicle Accidents 1
Other Injuries Reported 4
Respectfully submitted,
OVIDE A. DESROSIERS
Chief of Police
REPORT OF THE PLANNING BOARD
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen:
Gentlemen:
The Planning Board submits its report for the year ending December 31st, 1958.
Zone Changes
One petition was received for a zone change on Worcester Street during the year but was disapproved by the Special Town Meeting of December 15th, 1958. After several trips to Boston State House, and to our consulting engineer in Spring- field a bill was placed before the Legislature January, 1958, un- der Chapter 197, General Laws of the State of Massachusetts, for the purpose of approving several zoning changes which had been legally approved over the past several years. Final ap- proval was passed March 25th, 1958.
Zoning Maps
The zoning maps are now being printed, it is the recom- mendation of the Planning Board that the zoning maps be brought up to date every 5 years. Many citizens of the Town appeared before the Board for information concerning the Zoning Maps and Sub-Division Laws.
Respectfully submitted,
ROLAND PONTBRIAND, Chairman ERNEST A. TREMBLAY, Secretary JAMES J. FALLON, Investigator LEON LIVERNOIS Southbridge Planning Board.
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REPORT OF CEMETERY COMMITTEE
The Cemetery Committee met and organized on April 2, 1958. George W. Dumas was elected Chairman, Jesse Blackburn, Clerk and Lectance Landry, third member. Seaver Rice was ap- pointed Superintendent.
Work was started early in April in cleaning up the Ceme- tery. Where needed, graves were filled in and seeded. The Gravel Roads were graded and leveled, trees and shrubs were pruned and dead limbs were removed. Flower Beds planted and the entire Cemetery was mowed twice before Memorial Day also all dead leaves and waste matter was removed.
During th year 550 Square Yards of Black Top were put on a Section of Road so that there is now a continuous stretch of Black Top from the Everett Street entrance to the Exit at Co- hasse Street. It is contemplated that we will continue to add Black Top each year until all roads will have a hard surface.
Our Trust and Perpetual Care funds have now reached ap- proximately $105,000.00. These funds derive interest which re- duces by a considerable degree, the expenses of running the Cemetery. $3,400.41 was realized during the past year.
The state has enacted certain laws regarding Municipal Cemeteries so that a considerable portion of our income cannot be used for general expenses, a total of $1,380.00 received from opening graves had to be turned in to the Town's Excess and Deficiency Account. $1,400.00 from the Sale of Lots and Graves Account can be used only for Cemetery permanent Improve- ments, not for general expenses.
During the year we received a bequest of $1,000.00 from the estate of the late Ruth E. Steadman of Woonsocket, R. I. to be put in Trust and the interest used for the care of her lot.
We have previously mentioned in earlier Reports, the ne- cessity of developing new Areas for Grave Lots as the time is fast approaching when all of available space will be taken up. The Committee has this matter under consideration and at the proper time will present proposals to the Citizens of South- bridge at a Town Meeting.
The Committee wishes to thank the Selectmen and other Town Officials for their courteous assistance in our problems.
Respectfully submitted, GEORGE W. DUMAS JESSE BLACKBURN LECTANCE LANDRY Cemetery Committee
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REPORT OF TOWN ENGINEER
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen: Gentlemen:
I wish to submit the following report of the work accom- plished by the Engineering Department for the year 1958.
New Construction - Planned, Laid Out, Inspection
1. Goddard Court Reconstruction Highway
2. Hartwell Street Drain Highway
3. Blackmer Road Reconstruction Highway
4. Proulx Ave. Drain
Highway
5.
Dennison Cross Road Drain
Highway
6. Chestnut St. Reconstruction
Ciesla Bros.
8. Oak Ridge Cemetery Surfacing
9. Swimming Pool Repairs Ciesla Bros.
10. South Street Sidewalk Charles Chase
11. Lens, Dean & Benefit Sts. Reconstruction Charles Chase
12. Oak Ridge Cemetery Bridge Charles Chase
13. Henry St. Field House Domenic DeGregorio
14. Police Dept. Building Roof Repairs Southbridge Roofing
15. Police Dept. Building Repairs Trumbull Renovating Cont.
New Streets Laid Out
Crestwood Drive
Kim Drive
Westwood Parkway Park Avenue
Street Bounds
Cliff Street 1
Clarke Street 1
South Street 2
East Main Street 3
Proulx Ave. 1
Westwood Parkway 5
Kim Drive 1
Eastford Road 4
Park Ave. 3
Crestwood Drive 7
Marjorie Lane 1
Cisco Street 1
Flood Relief Bridge Bounds Claim F. R. B. #648
River Street Bridge 8
Mill Street Bridge 8
Westville Bridge 6
Charlton Street Bridge 11
Central Street Bridge 3
Brookside Rd. Bridge 8
Vinton Street Bridge 8
Dresser Hill Rd. Bridge 4
Surveys
Airport - Runway and Access Road Hartwell Street Drain
Dennison Lane Cross Road Drain Hudson Avenue Drain Swimming Pool Repairs
Temple Drive Sewer Repairs Check N. Woodstock Road for surface repairs
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Highway
7. Snow Street Sewer Ciesla Bros.
Westwood Parkway grading Mechanic Street Resurfacing Coolidge Avenue Extension Layout Oak Ridge Cemetery Bridge Oakes Avenue Reconstruction Marsh Avenue Reconstruction Chestnut Street Reconstruction Goddard Court Reconstruction
Crystal, Dean, Benefit Streets Reconstruction
South Street Reconstruction
Glover and Poplar Streets Reconstruction William Street Reconstruction
Investigations and Miscellaneous
1. Articles for Annual Town Meeting.
2. Articles for Special Town Meeting.
3. Dresser Hill Drainage and Access (Chapter 90).
4. Guelphwood Road - Guard Rail.
5. Signs at intersection of Main, Crystal & East Main Streets.
6. Street lines - Highland Street
7. Worcester Street (damage to tire from defect in road).
8. Trip to Boston (Re. Flood Prevention and Chapter 91).
9. Nuissance Brook Diversion Project (Re. Condition of Road).
10. Locate Sewer manhole on Morris Street.
11. Pole Location - Central Street.
12. Charlton Street sidewalk - near Lippe's & Loomis'.
13. Cohasse Drain (Spillway & Gates).
14. Main & Marcy Sts. Traffic Light Survey.
15. Pole Location - Hook, Central & Foster Streets.
16. Street Line - Hudson & Beech Streets.
17. Check sewer lines - Corner Crystal & North Streets.
18. Street Line - Brookside Road.
19. Soft ball field at Henry Street.
20. National Guard - Re. Area for Armory.
House numbers - 30.
22. Check sewer lines at Wells High School.
23.
21. £ Proulx Ave. Drain.
24. Check Dennison Drive for drainage.
Again this year considerable time was spent on the airport plans which now have been accepted and bids were opened on December 9, 1958.
This department also spent a great amount of time in the study of various sites for the armory.
Again this year, all work was done with the full coopera- tion of the Highway Department and the Board of Selectmen, which resulted in better work and a great saving to the Town of Southbridge.
I wish to take this opportunity to thank the members of
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your Board and other Boards, Committees, and Departments for their cooperation during the year.
Respectfully submitted, HENRY A. RACICOT Town Engineer
REPORT OF THE DOG OFFICER
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen:
Gentlemen:
I hereby make returns in compliance with the Dog Warrant as follows:
Number of strays confined and killed
69 Dogs
Killed by Motor Vehicles
23 Dogs
Died of other causes
26 Dogs
Total
118
Number of Dogs sold
1 Dog
Number of Dogs lost
58 Dogs
Number of Dogs found
57 Dogs
Reported lost from other towns
14 Dogs
Returned found from other towns
11 Dogs
Dogs reported disposed by owners
14 Dogs
Dog injuries caused by motor vehicles, received treatment
9 Dogs
Pet placement
4 Dogs
Persons attacked by dogs
7 Cases
Number of reported dog bites
10 Cases
Number of investigated complaints
61 Cases
Number of restraint complaints
42 Cases
Complaints by Cause
12 Cases
Warrants Issued to Delinquent License Owners 360 Cases
Total Mileage
1,176 miles
Respectfully submitted,
MOISE REOPEL,
Dog Officer
REPORT OF THE RECREATION COMMITTEE
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen: Gentlemen:
The following is our annual report on Recreation in the Town of Southbridge. The report is submitted as four reports in order to achieve clarity.
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: May we say the committee is looking forward eagerly to the development of the new Morris St. recreation area.
Respectfully submitted,
FRANK P. SKINYON,
General Chairman ARMAND BELLERIVE, Co-chairman
REPORT OF THE WINTER SPORTS SUB COMMITTEE
To the Chairman of the Recreation Committee:
Dear Sir:
Skating at the town pool was started as quickly as weather and safety would permit.
The ice is scraped and swept whenever conditions demand it.
This healthful activity is attracting young and nearly young alike and we are doing whatever seems practical, feasible and safe to enhance this part of the recreation program.
The dressing rooms are insulated and heated. There is radio, television, provided for rest periods. Candy bars, hot chocolate, and hot dogs are consumed in alarming amounts at the skating pool.
We look forward to greater development of this sport.
Respectfully submitted,
LORENZO BEAUPRE
ARMAND BELLERIVE
Co-chairman, Winter
Sports Committee
REPORT OF THE ALUMNI FIELD SUB-COMMITTEE
To the Chairman of the Recreation Committee: Dear Sir:
Alumni Field was put into good shape early in the spring and was in full swing throughout the summer.
The field was used for the grade schools physical educa- tion program every day school was in session from early spring until closing time in June.
Three high schools used the field for baseball practise and for their scheduled games. Notre Dame, Wells High, and Cole Trade High School. The Parochial Grammar School League uses the field for both practise and games throughout. A little league diamond at the field in operation for the second year was used by Little League and Wells High Girls Soft Ball team.
A new softball area about three quarters enclosed with a cyclone fence can be finished and be operated for the 1959 Softball season.
The field was in excellent condition whenever it was need-
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ed. Alumni Field is being developed gradually into a function- al, beautiful, recreational asset to the town.
Respectfully submitted,
LORENZO BEAUPRE,
Chairman, Alumni Field Sub-Committee
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REPORT OF THE SWIMMING POOL SUB-COMMITTEE
To the Chairman of the Recreation Committee: Dear Sir:
At your request, I am submitting the annual report of the swimming pool supervisor for 1958.
Physical Improvements:
Perhaps the most significant improvements in the pool's history was brought about by the clearing of the muddy bottom prior to the pool's official opening. Literally, tons and tons of mud were removed from the bottom and replaced by appro- priately selected sand.
The sand not only served to replace the mud but also served to eliminate a very hazardous condition by covering large areas of ledge found on the bottom.
This important project has resulted in insuring greater safety to bathers and in increasing the adult attendance by providing more attractive water conditions for swimming.
A 12" concrete pipe was constructed through the bottom of the pool to carry surface water from area north of Nuisance Brook diversion channel and release it at the south end of the pool. This prevents pollution from surface water getting into the pool.
Attendance:
In spite of the two-week delay in opening the pool to the public, more than 16,500 used the pool's facilities from July 6, to August 28: 10,500 in July, and 6,000 in August. The average daily attendance for the abbreviated season was approximately 305.
Of extreme significance was the encouraging increase in the number of adult bathers using the pool's facilities this year. Such an increase is unquestionably directly attributable to the tremendous improvement in the general condition of the water which followed the mud removal from the bottom of the pool. Now as it should be, the pool will attract not only one but all segments of our population and thus render a more com- plete service to the community.
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