USA > Massachusetts > Middlesex County > Arlington > Town of Arlington annual report 1944 > Part 13
Note: The text from this book was generated using artificial intelligence so there may be some errors. The full pages can be found on Archive.org (link on the Part 1 page).
Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 | Part 5 | Part 6 | Part 7 | Part 8 | Part 9 | Part 10 | Part 11 | Part 12 | Part 13 | Part 14 | Part 15 | Part 16 | Part 17 | Part 18 | Part 19 | Part 20 | Part 21 | Part 22
September 30, Maurice J. O'Connor, in the Depart- ment since July 6, 1930, resigned to enter business.
It is with regret that the Department records the death of Reginald A. Wood on December 1. He was born December 3, 1901, and became a member of the Department May 31, 1931. "Reg" was of sterling character, a faithful and loyal fireman. He was a very efficient worker, possess- ing great mechanical ability. His passing is a distinct loss to the Fire Department.
MILITARY SERVICE
John M. Fahey, David T. Hughes, Albert G. Lennon, entered in 1942; John C. Lax and Irving L. Proctor in 1943.
270
ARLINGTON TOWN REPORT
APPARATUS
Two ladder trucks, four pumping units and a Special Service Unit are in active service.
A new chassis has been procured for the Special Serv- ice Unit; a new body is being built and will be in commis- sion after January 1, 1945.
Two 600-gallon trailer pumps are used by the Auxil- iary Fire Department.
The Department responded to 173 Box Alarms, 503 Still Alarms (telephone calls), 119 Mutual Aid Calls (out of town), a total of 795, 34 less than in 1943 when the De- partment answered the greatest number of calls in its his- tory.
December 7, a fire at 51 Academy Street claimed the life of Mrs. Stella Tavilla. It was a flash fire and her chance of escape was immediately cut off. Death occurred before alarm of fire was given according to report of Medi- cal Examiner. Since 1922 this is the first fatality by fire to which the Department has been called.
AUXILIARY FIREMEN
The members of the Auxiliary Fire Department wil- lingly assisted our regular force and rendered valuable service. During the vacation season they aided materially in lessening the shortage of manpower by taking the places of regular firemen for night duty in the various stations. At other hours of the day, Auxiliary Firemen invariably were present to help whenever needed.
FALSE ALARMS
Thirty-five false alarms were sounded as compared with 33 in 1943, 9 in 1942, 23 in 1941 and 14 in 1940.
Alarms Each Hour of the Day :
A. M.
12 - 1. 15
P. M. 12 -
1. 43
1 -
- 2. 10
1 -
2. 59
271
REPORT OF FIRE DEPARTMENT
2 - 3.
9
2
-
3 63
3 - 4. 3
3
-
4 77
4 - -
5. 5
4 -
5 83
5
6.
7
5
6 72
6
7. 6
6
7. 51
7 -
8.
9
7 -
8 45
8
9 19
8 -
9 42
9 -
10 20
9
-
10 41
10 - - 11 29
10
- 11 29
11 - 12 32
11
12 26
.
Alarms Each Day of the Week
Sunday
111
Monday
113
Tuesday
126
Wednesday
110
Thursday
108
Friday
123
Saturday
104
Alarms Each Month of the Year
January
64
July
33
February
54
August
56
March
81
September
32
April
156
October
69
May
90
November
55
June
39
December
66
FIRE LOSSES
Seventy-two losses occurred, 13 of which accounted for $38,813.15 of the entire loss.
The total assessed value of property endangered, in- surance thereon, loss sustained, and the insurance paid are as follows :
Assessed Value
Insurance
Damage Insurance Paid
Building's
$481,800.00 $646,500.00 $32,679.20 $32,679.20
Contents 127,650.00
123,850.00
20,379.50
19,129.50
Total $609,450.00 $770,350.00 $53,058.70 $51,808.70
272
ARLINGTON TOWN REPORT.
FIRES WHICH CAUSED LOSS OF MORE THAN $1,000 January 7, Harry Wood, 40 Water Street $2,790.00 January 14, Ralph Terrazzano, 86 Sylvia Street 1,000.00 February 13, Mary Cowbourne, 179 Franklin Street
2,322.00
February 24, Fred Evanson, 471 Summer Street
6,142.50
March 8, Tina Fistetto, 29 Cypress Road
3,750.00
March 31, Old Colony Trust, 37-39 Massa- chusetts Avenue 1,965.00
April 16, Arlington Five Cents Savings Bank, 430 Massachusetts Avenue 1,171.00
June 12, M. Kazanjian, 440-442 Massachu- setts Avenue 2,500.00
September 30, William Lears, 21 Woodland Street
5,929.65
October 5, Walter Clifford, 7 Boulevard Road
4,200.00
October 31, Peirce and Winn Company, 12 Park Avenue (Rear)
2,600.00
December 7, Paul Tavilla, 51 Academy Street
2.700.00
December 12, Walter Coffey, 114 Newport Street 1,743.00
LOSSES BY FIRE FOR THE PAST TEN YEARS
1944
$53,058.70
1939
$42,526.84
1943
41,769.86
1938
31,397.48
1942
47,303.70
1937
22,408.15
1941
40,286.67
1936
15,760.67
1940
42,001.92
1935
38.190.60
APPROPRIATION
1944 Appropriation
$147,379.42
Expended
145,519.62
Balance
$ 1,859.80
CREDITS
Fees for 5 permits to blast
$2.50
Fees for 2 permits for gasoline
2.00
Sale of junk, etc.
3.50
$8.00
273
REPORT OF FIRE DEPARTMENT
REPORT OF DR. FEELEY
Sixteen fires occurred in these regularly inspected places causing a loss of $23,156.84. In nearly every case, carelessness was the contributing factor.
Dr. Edward W. Feeley, Department Surgeon, investi- gated all cases where firemen failed to report for duty be- cause of sickness and submitted a written statement as to their physical condition. In addition he attended all in- jured firemen at the stations and at his office.
FIRE PREVENTION
Twice each month firemen inspected all places of busi- ness and public buildings, a total of 12,903 inspections.
Record of previous years: 7 in 1943, 8 in 1942, 4 in 1941. 6 in 1940 and 3 in 1939.
INSPECTION OF DWELLINGS
For the twenty-first consecutive year, firemen in- spected the cellars of every residence in Town.
Eight fires occurred in residential cellars as compared with 6 in 1943, 7 in 1942, 8 in 1941, 10 in 1940 and 10 in 1939.
The householders are to be commended for their con- tinued vigilance in preventing accumulations of flammable material and other potential fire hazards in their cellars.
Continued practice in cellar protection has accustomed them to be keen and alert in eliminating danger spots throughout the house.
Other communities almost daily report fires that men- ace life and property originating in the cellars of homes, fires that could have been prevented were the householders "fire-minded".
274
ARLINGTON TOWN REPORT
The following is compiled as a result of Dwelling House Inspections :
7,906 Total houses
7,906
4,795 Single houses
4,786
2,943
Two-apartment houses
2,952
168 Of more than two apartments
168
1 Houses under construction
1
22
Vacant apartments
68
34
Combustible roofs
34
3,707
Houses with power oil burners
3,671
4,518
Houses with range oil burners
4,444
11,408
Total number of families
11,408
NUMBER OF HOUSES EACH YEAR
1944
7,906
1933
6,893
1943
7,906
1932
6,849
1942
7,908
1931
6,739
1941
7,827
1930
6,494
1940
7,709
1929
6,247
1939
7,558
1928
5,924
1938
7,355
1927
5,561
1937
7,161
1926
5,170
1936
7,098
1925
4,640
1935
6,990
1924
3,918
(first)
1934
6,942
INSPECTIONS
Dwellings
7,906
Mercantile
12,903
Power oil burners
68
Range oil burners
207
Total
21,084
FIRE DRILLS IN SCHOOLS
Fire drills were given in public, parochial and private schools.
275
REPORT OF FIRE DEPARTMENT
A record was made of the number of classrooms, pu- pils, exits used and the time required to vacate each build- ing, a copy of which was sent to the School Department.
Should an emergency arise, records indicate that the pupils are trained to leave the buildings quickly and orderly without danger of panic.
EXTINGUISHERS
Four hundred and thirty-four fire extinguishers were recharged in schools and other public buildings, garages and factories.
RECOMMENDATIONS
I recommend that $159,232.00 be appropriated for the year 1945.
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen for valuable as- sistance rendered in the interest of the fire service; to its capable and efficient Secretary, James J. Golden, Jr .; to Town Engineer, James M. Keane; to the Police Depart- ment; to the officers and men of the Auxiliary Fire De- partment; and to my own officers and men for loyal performance of duty, my deepest appreciation.
Respectfully submitted,
DANIEL B. TIERNEY, Chief, Fire Department
276
ARLINGTON TOWN REPORT
REPORT OF THE FIRE AND POLICE SIGNAL SYSTEM
Honorable Board of Selectmen Arlington, Massachusetts.
Gentlemen :
I have the honor to present my Fourteenth Report as Superintendent of the Fire and Police Signal System for the year ending December 31, 1944.
The salaries of the two men assigned to maintain this System are included in the pay roll of the Fire Department.
FIRE ALARM
Nine open circuits occurred in the Fire Alarm System : 3 when pedestals were struck by automobiles, 2 when Fire Alarm circuit crossed high tension wire, 1 from broken main spring in box, 1 from tree falling on lines and 2 from corroded underground cables.
Eight Fire Alarm Boxes were installed at the follow- ing locations :
Box 2841 Littlejohn Street-Mary Street
Box 465 Jason Street-Spring Street
Box 643 Quincy Street-Farmer Road
Box 37 Victoria Road-Johnson Road
Box 686 Glenburn Road-Fayette Street
Box 793 Summer Street-Reed Street
Box 682 Fountain Road-Hawthorne Avenue
Box 867 Hillside Avenue-George Street
Box 5521 (standard box) at 1165 Massachusetts Avenue was replaced by Master Box; connected to three sprinkler alarm valves in the Theodore Schwamb Company building. When sprinkler head opens, the flow of water operates the box. Master Box was purchased by the Schwamb Company. The original Box 5521 was given to this Department. It was renumbered Box 465 and installed on Jason Street near Spring Street.
277
FIRE AND POLICE SIGNAL SYSTEM
May 26, the 8-inch air whistle on top of the tower at Fire Headquarters to which the weather vane was at- tached, fell, breaking weather vane. The whistle was re- paired May 27.
The 8-inch steam whistle on the Metropolitan Pumping Station, Brattle Street, has been out of service since No- vember 8 because of defective valve which we have been unable to replace.
Radios were replaced in Car 6 (Chief's), Car 12 (Deputy Chief's), Car 11 (Fire Alarm Truck).
New radios were installed in Engine 2 and Engine 3. Car 14 (Special Service Unit) to be equipped in the near future.
December 9, remote control radio panel was installed in Watch Room at Fire Headquarters.
POLICE SIGNAL SYSTEM
Two loop crosses occurred: one in the underground cable on Pleasant Street-Lombard Road, and the other in the junction box on Gray Street-Bartlett Avenue.
March 31, new rectifiers were installed in Police Bat- tery.
Police Box 12 was relocated from Massachusetts Avenue - Henderson Street to Massachusetts Avenue - Cambridge Line.
One new Police Signal Box was installed on Massachu- setts Avenue-Magnolia Street.
SPECIAL CALLS
16 persons were admitted to their homes.
8 cats were rescued from trees or poles.
23 transfers were made of lines to new poles.
3 horses rescued (cast in stalls).
278
ARLINGTON TOWN REPORT
6 occasions required use of winch on Fire Alarm Truck; requested by other Departments.
Public address system was used on nine occasions.
1944 Appropriation $1,790.00
Expended
1,787.16
Balance
$2.84
RECOMMENDATIONS
For the year 1945 I recommend an appropriation of $23,834.00 which includes installation of underground cable and eleven Fire Alarm Boxes. Many of these boxes have - been requested by residents of the several sections.
Two Police Boxes are required by the Police Depart- ment.
I extend thanks to Lester W. Cameron, Assistant Su- perintendent, under whose supervision the Fire and Police Signal System is so efficiently maintained.
Respectfully submitted,
DANIEL B. TIERNEY,
Superintendent, Fire and Police Signal System.
279
INSPECTOR OF BUILDINGS
REPORT OF THE INSPECTOR OF BUILDINGS
January 15, 1945.
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen Arlington, Mass.
Gentlemen :
I herewith submit my report of the inspection of build- ings, plumbing and gas for the year ending December 31, 1944.
Four hundred and sixty-two building permits were issued, compiled as follows :
Dwelling, 1-family
1
$4,000.
Foundation for 1-family dwelling
1
200.
Garages
3
575.
Garage (Temporary)
1
15.
Locker
1
750.
Greenhouses
2
310.
Storage building
1
125.
Toolhouses
2
225.
Henhouse
1
75.
Additions and Alterations
68
49,335.
Alter building into 1-fam. dwelling ..
1
200.
Repair fire damage
6
7,725.
Elevator
1
1,000.
Signs
27
1,143.
Chimneys
2
2,100.
Alter 1-family into 2-family res.
2
150.
Alter 2 stores into 1 store
5
900.
Alter store front
1
200.
Reroof dwellings
304
70,392.
Reroof buildings
12
955.
Demolish buildings
20
930.
462
$141,305.
Two hundred and twenty-three plumbing and one hundred and twenty-one gas permits were issued.
280
ARLINGTON TOWN REPORT
FEES
462 Building permits $510.00
223 Plumbing permits
256.00
121 Gas permits
60.50
$826.50
The foregoing is the tabulation representing construc- tion and other work requiring permits, classified in this manner so as to segregate occupancies and the types of work for the assistance of the departments to whom we send our reports. It is not indicative of the entire work of this department, however, because there are innumerable projects which have been proposed and approved that will not be consumated either because of limitations of Federal Agencies or for post war plans.
It might be well to mention that this department makes inspection of damages by fire and has made active campaigns in its enforcement of fire protective methods in new construction to reduce these dangers. The damage to plumbing and gas piping is always remedied at these times.
It is our belief that much progress has been made since we have required permits for the erecting of signs of all descriptions and there is no intention of reducing this ac- tivity.
It would be amiss not to mention that wooden shingles for roofing are fast becoming extinct in this town and if this particular type of construction does create hazards we feel proud to know it is reduced. The changes in the shingling law has made competition in this field and it is my opinion that the property owners have been materially helped and better workmanship has resulted.
The ever changing types of occupancy in stores and other buildings with its variable loading conditions and plumbing and gas changes takes up time that pays divi- dends. We are having no troubles from this source.
281
INSPECTOR OF BUILDINGS
Our constant policing of the town has found many persons doing work without the required permission from this office and this particular phase of our work has caused better protection in all of its branches.
The hurricane of this fall caused much less damage to roofing and was less severe than that of 1938. No signs or buildings were harmed, other than shingling, that came to my attention.
The few cases of illegal changes of occupancy in dwell- ings, including plumbing and gas work, have been satis- factorily arranged.
It was with much regret that the resignation of our Plumbing and Gas Inspector, Mr. George W. Day, effective as of December 31 of this year was received. He has been a faithful servant of the Town since his appointment in June 1908. He has been looked up to as an inspector from every member of the profession and of the plumbing busi- ness. The protection of persons and property from the standpoint of health as he enforced the laws cannot be measured. His meritorious service is an inspiration and the Building Department wishes him the best of everything. It will be hard to replace him.
It is my thought that in closing the books this year, it should be mentioned that we have been helped materially by other Town Departments throughout the year and in its successful closing I should express gratitude for their help.
Respectfully submitted,
PAUL H. MOSSMAN, Inspector of Buildings.
282
ARLINGTON TOWN REPORT
REPORT OF THE BOARD OF APPEAL
December 31, 1944. .
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen Arlington, Massachusetts.
Gentlemen:
The Board of Appeal respectfully submits its Sixteenth Annual Report : ,
During the year ending December 31, 1944, eight (8) appeals from the decision of the Inspector of Buildings have been made to the Board. Five were Zoning cases, and three were building appeals. Of the five Zoning ap- peals, one was in the form of a petition and the remaining four were appeals from the Inspector of Buildings' decision.
Two Zoning appeals were granted, two denied, and one was withdrawn. One Building appeal was granted, and two were granted with reservations.
Respectfully submitted,
THOMAS J. DONNELLY HAROLD C. KNIGHT ALTON F. TUPPER Board of Appeal.
283
REPORT OF WIRE DEPARTMENT
REPORT OF WIRE DEPARTMENT
January 15, 1945.
To the Honorable Joint Board of Selectmen and Board of Public Works
Gentlemen :
I respectfully submit my fifth annual report as Inspec- tor of Wires, for the year ending December 31, 1944.
STREET LIGHTING
Summary of street lighting in service December 31, 1944 - lights burning on the 4000 hour schedule :
No. 20 800 Lumen incandescent lamps 1,444
No. 50
2,500 Lumen incandescent lamps 12
No. 70 6,000 Lumen incandescent lamps 156
No. 75 10,000 Lumen incandescent lamps 98
No. 80 15,000 Lumen incandescent lamps 40
W.P.B. restrictions having been eased, we were able to install a few street lights the latter part of this year, others are on order and will be installed at an early date.
ORNAMENTAL LIGHTING
60 Watt multiple lamps burning until 2:00 a. m. - 19
INSPECTION OF WIRES IN BUILDINGS
Four hundred and thirty-one (431) permits for elec- trical construction were issued at fifty cents for each per- mit.
There were six hundred and eighty-five (685) inspec- tions of new and additional wiring made, and two hundred and seventy-eight (278) installations approved.
284
ARLINGTON TOWN REPORT
POLES AND WIRES ON STREETS
The Boston Edison Company and the New England Telephone and Telegraph Company replaced twenty-five (25) poles during the year.
I wish to extend my thanks to your Honorable Board, the various Town Departments, and others for their co- operation during the year.
Respectfully submitted, R. L. REID Inspector of Wires.
285
SEALER OF WEIGHTS AND MEASURES
REPORT OF THE SEALER OF WEIGHTS AND MEASURES
To the Honorable Board of Selectmen Gentlemen :
I herewith respectfully submit the annual report of the services of this department for the year ending Decem- ber 31, 1944.
Ad-
Not Con- justed Sealed Sealed demned
Scales
Platform, over 10,000 lbs. ..
2
5
1
Platform, 100 to 5,000 lbs.
6
14
Counter, over a 100 lbs. ....
5
Counter, under 100 lbs. ....
9
52
Spring, over 100 lbs.
20
1
Spring, under 100 lbs.
26
79
1
Computing, over 100 lbs. ..
18
92
2
Personal Weighing Scales (slot)
4
23
2
Prescription
9
20
2
Weights
Avoirdupois
126
Apothecary
208
Metric
49
Trop
32
Volumetric Measures
Liquid Measures under 1 gal.
101
Liquid Measures over 1 gal.
4
Automatic Liquid Measuring Devices
Gasoline Meter Systems ....
27
90
27
1
Tank Truck Meter Systems
9
30
Grease Measuring Devices
18
56
Linear Measures
Yard Sticks
30
128 1,035
27
10
1
Computing under 100 lbs.
286
ARLINGTON TOWN REPORT
Trial Weighings and Measurements of Commodities Sold or Put up for Sale.
Commodity
Tested Correct Under Over
Beans
60
56
3
1
Bread
807
627
71
109
Butter
114
79
12
23
Coal (in bags)
89
76
8
5
Confectionery
127
101
2
24
Dry Commodities
847
743
9
95
Flour
264
203
17
44
Fruits and Vegetables
103
94
3
6
Potatoes
216
198
5
13
Lard
174
169
1
4
Oleomargerine
134
128
4
2
Totals
2,935
2,475
135
326
There has been 1,035 weighing and measuring devices inspected, adjusted and sealed. 128 were adjusted - 27 were not sealed - and 10 were condemned.
There has been turned in to the Treasurer the sum of $182.28, which is the amount collected as sealing fees. The Treasurer also received $150.00, as the payment for Hawk- ers' and Pedlers' licenses.
I express my sincere appreciation for the cooperation of Town officials and all others who during the past year have in many instances aided me in carrying out the duties of the department.
Respectfully submitted,
HERBERT L. HUTCHINSON, Temporary Sealer of Weights and Measures.
287
COMMITTEE OF PUBLIC SAFETY
REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC SAFETY
Due to the fact that the danger of enemy attack on our shores has been reduced, although by no means elimi- nated, the activities of the Arlington Civilian Defense organization were light during the year 1944.
Civilian Defense personnel were alerted on only three occasions. On Sunday, March 26, there was a State-wide Practice Blackout and Air Raid Test, when approximately 70 per cent of the personnel were mobilized. On Sunday, June 11th, a Mock Bombing and Air Raid Test was held, during which about 60 per cent of the Arlington ARP mem- bership were on duty. Approximately 100 paper "bombs" were dropped by Civilian Air Patrol planes over Arlington, most of these falling in the East Arlington section.
The Report Center personnel and the Auxiliary Police were mobilized for the hurricane of September 14th. For- tunately, this section escaped the full force of the storm, making it unnecessary to call out other units.
The volunteer personnel of all Civilian Defense units, numbering in the vicinity of 2,000, are now on an "On Call" basis and, although their activities have been reduced and it has not been necessary to call on them for any actual emergency, it is encouraging to know that there is this large group of trained individuals who stand ready and willing to assist should the Town of Arlington need their services. The Report Center, alarm signals, and all other equipment is being maintained and is available for prompt , operation.
The Auxiliary Police group has continued to meet on the second Monday of each month. The members have received Certificates in First Aid from the Red Cross and 123 have qualified in shooting. Revolver practice is con- tinued by the men weekly at the Police Range. Because of the valuable training they have received in police work, which makes them ready for any emergency, it was unani- mously agreed that they should be retained as a unit. Dur-
288
ARLINGTON TOWN REPORT
ing the past year, the Auxiliary Police have had lectures from the following speakers:
Mr. William F. Sheehy of the U. S. Secret Service.
Mr. Felix Pallas of the U. S. Internal Revenue (En- forcement of Alcohol Tax Unit).
Mr. Henry Goguen, United States Marshal.
Mr. Robert Bradford, District Attorney.
Mr. Joseph M. Hargedon, Asst. U. S. Attorney (Boston District)
Mr. Edward Kirby, Inspector, Boston Police Depart- ment.
Lieut. Andrew Markard, Boston Police Department.
Mr. Joseph C. White, former State Senator and mem- ber of Boston School Committee.
Mr. Walter Lawlor, Probation Officer, Middlesex County Superior Court-past 11 years-and former Agent Massachusetts Crime Commission.
The Auxiliary Firemen have held no regular meetings but continue as a unit willing to assist and cooperate with the regular Fire Department at all times.
There has been no occasion to check or call together the members of the Medical Unit or the Wardens except during the alerts, when a fair number responded. We do believe that should a real occasion arise, most of the personnel would be on duty.
. The OCD ambulance is kept ready for emergency. Early in the year the Board of Selectmen approved a plan provid- ing for its use by the Red Cross in case of an emergency where it is necessary to transport an Arlington person or persons to or from a hospital and there is no other means of transportation available. The Red Cross took advantage of the opportunity to use the ambulance on only one occasion during the year, to move an infantile paralysis victim to a Boston hospital. Keys to the ambulance and garage are now on hand at the Police and Fire Stations and with other specified persons, in order that the ambulance may be readily
289
COMMITTEE OF PUBLIC SAFETY
available for the Red Cross and also for use in any other emergency involving Arlington residents.
In case of a disaster or other catastrophe in this sec- tion where it was deemed not necessary to call out the en- tire Civilian Defense personnel, it was believed desirable to organize an Emergency Squad who would be ready to assist. The names of these individuals are on file at the Police and Fire Departments and we are sure they will be willing to serve should it be necessary to call upon them for help.
The War Services Division of the Arlington Committee on Public Safety, under the Chairmanship of Mrs. Russell T. Hamlet, is still intact. The Victory Garden Project, with Mrs. Leroy Shaw in charge, had a successful season although, due to the heat and drought conditions, the yield and the enthusiasm were somewhat lessened. The Arling- ton Community Canning Project this year, under the di- rection of Mrs. David Ferrier, was very successful, although the number of persons attending was considerably less than last year. The sessions were held every Wednesday dur- ing July and August at the Arlington Gas Company and the total number of jars canned was 1,911. The War Services Information Center was transferred to the Report Center on June 1st and is being handled there without any volunteer assistance.
The telephone equipment at the Report Center is now on a partial suspension basis. This change, the release of certain unnecessary telephones, and other economies, have ยท resulted in a saving to the Town.
The Committee on Public Safety now has only one employee, Mrs. Louis McDonnell, Executive Secretary, on duty at the Report Center. Mrs. McDonnell replaced Mrs. Elmer E. Barber, who resigned as of May 20, 1944, and Miss Mary C. Livermore, Stenographer, also resigned. Due to the simplification of activities of the Committee, it was possible to consolidate the positions of Executive Secretary and Stenographer. Mrs. Barber, former Executive Secre- tary, continues to serve the Committee and the Town as
Need help finding more records? Try our genealogical records directory which has more than 1 million sources to help you more easily locate the available records.