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School opened in September of 1951 with one change on the faculty. In June, Mrs. Eleanor Clapp resigned as teacher of Grades 3, 4, and 5, and to replace her, Miss Phyliss Andrews, of Savoy, Massachusetts, was appoint- ed. Miss Andrews was graduated from North Adams State Teachers College in 1949, with a B.S. degree, and had two years of teaching experience in Union #57, Flor- ida, Massachusetts, before she came to Westhampton. Shortly after she was appointed, Miss Andrews became
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Mrs. Gawle, and made her home in Easthampton. In the four months that Mrs. Gawle has been teacher in the Cen- ter School she has proved herself to be an excellent teach- er. She is "all business," and as a result the pupils follow her lead, with very good results coming out of her class- room. We were very fortunate to have been able to obtain Mrs. Gawle for our intermediate-grades' teacher.
By vote of the School Committee, beginning September 1951, the pre-primary class was discontinued. This was done in order to keep the enrollment figure down to a size which would not overtax the teacher, and to allow the children in Grades 1 and 2 to receive the maximum of at- tention. A glance at the above number of 15 pupils in the primary classroom would point to the fact that fifteen is a small number of children per classroom, which is true; but, should we have pre-primary pupils in that room, in addition to the children in Grades 1 and 2, Miss Bridg- man would have 28. Twenty-eight pupils in a primary room of three grades is too many for a good learning sit- uation, and physically the room, with all the equipment needed to teach with modern methods, is too small. In September of 1952, according to present figures (and there will probably be more, rather than less children), the room, with pre-primary pupils plus Grades 1 and 2, would have to hold 36 pupils. The primary room just is not large enough to hold three classes, and it will soon outgrow Grades 1 and 2 as a combined unit.
The discontinuing of the pre-primary class has been the only major change in the curriculum during the past year. The teachers, principal, and administration are in the process of studying the social studies curriculum in the intermediate grades, and new history and geography textbooks, and other materials, will be recommended to the school committee for purchase after the new budget is passed. New maps have already been obtained, and are in use in the intermediate room. Mr. Fedor has requested samples of junior-high science textbooks for study and
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comparison, and a unified science series from Grade 3 through 8 will be proposed and probably recommended by the superintendent for the September, 1952-term, if not before.
Any attempt to describe how the philosophy of West- hampton Center School is being carried out, or the oper- ation of the curricular or co-curricular programs, would be a repetition of the excellent report of Mr. Fedor, our principal, which explains these in detail. It must be said, however, that the spirit and atmosphere conducive to good living and learning are being exemplified under the administration of Principal Fedor, and the instruction of Miss Bridgman and Mrs. Gawle. It should be added also that the cooperation of parents, supervisors, bus drivers, and all who are interested in their school, is "tops" and is getting better. Maybe it is because of the excellent work that the Parent-Teacher Association and the Hamp- shire Center are doing. We hope that the spirit of the Center School is being carried home by the children and spread to all parts of the town.
The problem of maintenance is a constant one in any school department. Our building is no exception in this respect. Our classrooms, which were painted one coat in 1948, need their second one now, and a few new side chairs and pieces of furniture are necessary. The most needed repair at the present moment seems to be the floors, which are badly worn in many places, and uneven and loose in others. According to experts in schoolhouse construction it is better to lay a layer of plyscore over the old floor, with a cemented top of good-grade asphalt tile, in a school building, than to replace the old floor with a new one of maple or hardwood. The tile is less expen- sive, more sanitary, better to maintain and to look at. Tile flooring is also recommended since we have movable furniture that does not have to be screwed down.
We have been very much pleased with the performance of the electric hot water heater. Hot water in the build-
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ing was a necessity to the hot-lunch program, and we feel that it has been a help in keeping colds and other diseases to a minimum. It is the policy of the superintendent and school committee to maintain the building in A-1 shape. We believe that it is our duty, as agents of the town in charge of the educational system, to protect the physical investment as well as to administer the educational pro- gram.
The reports of the principal, school nurse, music, and physical education supervisors will tell of the progress the children have made during the past year. Results of standardized tests show that the children are receiving training in the three R's. The people who attend the nu- merous programs and exercises that are put on by the children will have seen what is being done to help the pupils develop socially. We try to discover musical abili- ties in the children, and to help them to develop these abil- ities. A check is made on their teeth and their general health. They are fed during their noon-hour so that a hot lunch will aid in the learning process. In other words, we are trying to develop the whole child. But there is one facet that is very rough and dull. This is in the field of art .There is much ability in art in our school, and each new issue of the school paper shows it. All teachers are doing their best to help the pupils develop in art, but for this the services of the trained person are greatly needed. An art supervisor is recommended.
As superintendent of schools, I have been pleased with the progress that has been made during the year 1951. The school newspaper, which was initiated a few years ago, has improved in quality. The moving-picture ma- chine and visual- and auditory-aids are being used more and more. The Christmas and graduation programs seem to be improving from year to year. The exchange play that was presented in the Easthampton High School audi- torium was one which made me very proud of our West- hampton pupils. The spirit of fair play among all pupils.
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and the desire to share and cooperate with the other schools in the school union, are worthy of imitation.
If there has been progress during the past year, it has only come about by cooperation. No group of people could be in back of the schools of Westhampton more than the School Committee. The principal, teachers, and superin- tendent know this, and I wish to thank them for this as- sistance. I am grateful to the faculty, who go beyond their duty to make the Westhampton school a better one. To the substitute teachers, to Mr. Watts, of the Hamp- shire Center, and to all individuals in their official capa- cities as town officers, we offer our most sincere thanks. Our gratitude goes to the P .- T. A., the Library, clubs, church, town departments, and all individuals who may in one way or another have contributed toward making this year a successful one. May I, as your superintendent, ask for your continued interest in and support of your school, and also your prayers that our democracy may be preserved in the world that the children in our school will have to live in.
Respectfully submitted,
WILLIAM A. DEXTER
Superintendent of Schools
REPORT OF THE School Principal
To Mr. William Dexter, Supt. of Schools, and to the School Committee and Townspeople of Westhampton, Massachusetts :
It is indeed a pleasure to submit my third annual re- port of activities at the Westhampton Center School during the past year.
The entire staff of the school endeavored to provide, during 1951, educational services and opportunities to the youth of Westhampton and a type of education suited to the personal needs of the children. The school provides an atmosphere for the successful operation of a free and democratic society, and it is with this main objective that your children are permitted to develop their abilities and talents to the greatest degree possible. There exist no problems of truancy or discipline, and the children are very regular in attendance. It is also a pleasure to report that all of the children have raised their educational ob- jectives, and every child has made significant strides.
The Westhampton Center School is a place of begin- nings for likes and dislikes that lead to the setting up of life values. It is here that we start the child in the right direction, and our school has a tremendous effect and in- fluence upon the lives of the pupils and parents. Empha- sis is given to encourage friendly cooperation among chil- dren, developing a sense of responsibility through the gradual assumption of greater tasks, giving many oppor- tunities for the appreciation of beauty, and for creative expression through the arts, building a sense of esprit de corps, and pride in all the cooperative activities of the school, promoting mutual respect and kindness in all of the human relationships in life, and in the maintenance of an atmosphere of happiness and serenity in school.
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We feel that we are meeting the challenge of youth, and our program is such that a flexible and ever-increas- ing improvement in the total structure is not only an ul- timate consequence but an eventuality !
Curricular and Extra-Curricular Activities
An illustrated 33-page booklet, delving into the past records for data, was completed by the students of the school. Material compiled concerns the early history of this community. The paramount thought behind the pub- lication was the fact that "children should be given an opportunity to create work that is meaningful and im- portant to them." The children enjoyed the work that such a project entails, and the townspeople are to be commended for their excellent and unsurpassed coopera- tion in rendering historical data and information.
As is customary in the town, the children of the school presented the annual Memorial Day program at the cem- etery. This event consisted of a parade and the strewing of flowers on the many graves of the veterans.
This past year the pupils of the upper grades ex- changed plays with the Easthampton High School Dra- matic Club. "Judy's Joke" was presented by our pupils in the auditorium of the Easthampton High School, and several weeks later Miss Edna Graham, who coached the High School thespians, presented their plays in our town hall. Funds realized from this activity were presented to the Westhampton 4-H Town Committee for the purpose of sending children to camp during the summer.
The graduation program was held at the town hall. The Easthampton High School Band, and Mr. Barre, director, were invited to attend this event. Each graduate spoke on a topic vital to the hearts of the people interested in the work of the school. Awards were presented to the pupils. The students, in turn, as a token of appreciation, pre- sented a grand piano to the school. Mr. Ellis Hover, Chairman of the School Committee, accepted the gift.
Special assemblies were held for the observance of the many holidays that occur during the school year. In ad-
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dition to these, the following were invited to speak and/ or show slides: Mr. Harold Watts of the Hampshire County Center, who spoke on the subject of Trinidad and The West; Mr. Carpenter, Audio-Visual Aids Specialist from the University of Massachusetts, who exhibited many of the display materials that are used in 4-H Club work; and Miss Karen Sandved, of Oslo, Norway, who spoke about her native land.
The school committee authorized the initiation of a school savings program sponsored by the Haydenville Savings Bank. Mr. Tower and Mr. Jorgenson spoke to the children about the program, and 99% of the children are depositors. Deposits are made every Monday with the teacher, and a representative of the bank calls at the school to receive deposits. Money is put on interest on the 15th of every month. Children thus learn by doing, and the fundamentals of arithmetic, thrift, interest, etc., are part of an actual, practical, and meaningful situation.
National observance of American Education Week was held at the school during the week of November 12. Par- ents and townspeople visited the school, and it is pointed out that they are welcome any day that school is in ses- sion.
During the month of December the children decorated the school for the Christmas festivities. Mural-like draw- ings, in pastel chalk colors, decorated the boards, and the first and second graders took special interest in mak- ing a reproduction of a stained glass window, such as they had observed at the Museum of Fine Arts in Spring- field.
A field trip to the Springfield Quadrangle of Museums was made by the entire school and staff. All of the muse- ums were visited, and special lectures were arranged for by the Director of Museums, Mr. Leo D. Otis. Mr. Harold Watts, of the Hampshire County Center, accompanied us on the trip.
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Educational thought and practice, like almost every- thing else these days, is moving fast. The principal who does not attend a college course or who does not other- wise act to inform himself of educational developments is out of date and exists in an intellectual vacuum. It is a pleasure to state that the writer has completed require- ments for the master's degree, and by virtue of this prep- aration significant strides are being made daily. A single day does not pass when the values are not cognizant. In addition to the above, the Conference on Rural Education was attended at the University of Massachusetts in the early spring.
IMPROVEMENTS
Further improvements to the school grounds have taken place. Additional loam was delivered; this item do- nated by Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Delisle. It is planned to further landscape the lower play area. Additional seeding was done to widen the lawn area, and the children started flower gardens to help beautify the school property. The results of their work were apparent during the summer when many of the flowers blossomed.
A small fireplace was constructed by the boys, and it serves a two-fold purpose. Some of the waste paper is dis- posed of, and this eliminates the need of waste cans. Ex- cellent use is also found when school picnics are held, and children roast their hot dogs and marshmallows over the coals. Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Delisle donated a small sum of money for the cement for this purpose, and their contribution is gratefully acknowledged.
A hard surface play area was constructed at the school in a location that was hazardous as it contained many scattered boulders and stones. This area was filled with gravel, then surfaced with colprovia, and is now used for games such as volleyball, tennis, bowling, roller and ice skating.
The following organizations have contributed sums of money for the realization of this project.
Center School Parent-Teacher Association $25
Westhampton Mothers' Club 25
4-H Town Committee 25
Westhampton School Department 71
PARENT-TEACHER ASSOCIATION
The Westhampton Center P. T. A. during this past year gained greater impetus as responsible parents took on initiative and fervor in presenting programs of inter- est and value. An opportunity is accorded to all persons of the town, who are interested in the school, to attend the meetings at any time. Programs concerning safety, travel, cancer, and health were presented this year.
The Parent-Teacher Association of the school again sponsors the hot soup program. This year Mrs. Herbert Mascho is the full time supervisor of the program and the enrollment is 100%. This warm supplement to the noonday lunch of the children is welcomed during the cold winter months.
APPRECIATION
In closing this report, it is with the realization that without the complete cooperation of the parents, teach- ers, townspeople, school committee, and children the achievements of the past years would have been impos- sible. YOU ... the members of a free and democratic society, have provided the opportunities for such educa- tion through the school plant, the school committee, the superintendent, the teachers, and entire staff. Faith in the future is being met daily, and youth realizes its obli- gation in these times of stress. They, as useful citizens, will make full realization of the opportunities this gener- ation has provided. Many thanks to all of YOU, for a year of progress.
Respectfully submitted,
FREDERICK K. FEDOR, Principal
REPORT OF THE Physical Education Supervisor
To Mr. William Dexter, Supt. of Schools :
I am pleased to offer this report of the physical educa- tion activities in the Westhampton Center School for the year ending December 31, 1951.
During the past year the children have displayed con- siderable improvement in their attitudes and play be- havior. They have not only developed greater skill and coordination in their activities but, even more impor- tant, have grown in cooperative spirit and sportsmanship. This will aid them not only in school but in later life as they take their places as citizens of the community.
The older boys and girls have received the fundamen- tals of baseball and basketball. This should enable them to understand and enjoy these games to a greater degree. The younger children have all participated in lower-level organized games.
It would be an added improvement if all of the play area beside the school building could be surfaced. Even though this area has been somewhat improved, the un- even and rocky terrain still create hazards to the young- er children during their play periods. This would also make it possible to use the area for games very soon after each rainfall.
If satisfactory arrangements can be made in regard to transportation, it would benefit, and also be an added pleasure to the children, to be able to use the town hall floor for occasional games.
In conclusion I wish to express my thanks and appre- ciation to all who have helped make our physical educa- tion program successful.
Respectfully submitted, EDNA H. GRAHAM
Supervisor of Physical Education
REPORT OF THE School Nurse
To Mr. William A. Dexter, Supt. of Schools :
The following report is submitted for the Health pro- gram at the Westhampton Center School for the year 1951.
In January the children were weighed and measured. There was a noticeable gain in weight noted in some cases which could be attributed to the hot lunch program carried out during the winter months.
There were a few cases of mumps reported during the early school semester. In April all the students were Patch tested for tuberculosis with no positive readings of the test. Due to new legislation all school personnel are required to have chest x-rays every three years. All school staff members were done when the unit was lo- cated at Williston Academy.
Two students were taken to Clarke School for a re- check hearing test, referred for further treatment to a specialist, and treatment carried out.
In May a Diphtheria Clinic was held at school. The state now supplies the triple antigen which gives immu- nization for diphtheria, whooping cough, and tetanus. There were 42 immunizations given.
In June the children were weighed and measured. Frank Miller and Donald Williams attended Camp Hodg- kins for the month of July.
Dr. Ross examined for dental defects in September. A mimeographed letter from Dr. Ross was sent to par- ents in an effort to explain a change in fees. There were several consent slips returned so it was assumed there would be no change of dentist despite the increase in charges. The students continue to be transported to Dr. Ross's office for the dental work.
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In September the children were weighed and meas- ured. The hearing tests were done using the Easthampton Puretone Audiometer. In December Dr. Felsen examined all the students. By the end of December there have been two reported cases of whooping cough in school children.
The sanitation at school has been greatly improved under Mr. Fedor's leadership. The hot water system now installed is a great asset to hygiene. Mr. Garber from the University of Massachusetts Health Department gave a few helpful ideas regarding the hot lunch program.
I want to thank all the teachers and parents for their cooperation.
Respectfully submitted,
RUTH S. HOVER
School Nurse
REPORT OF THE Supervisor of Music
During 1951 considerable progress was made in im- proving the quality of the music program for the West- ampton Center School.
The first big improvement came with the use of the new music texts which were purchased in 1950 by the School Committee. The song material and teachers man- uals for each classroom helped students and teachers to a better understanding and appreciation of what a good music program should be.
In January a general review of fundamentals was be- gun in each class. Throughout the spring term Grades 1 through 5 were assigned board work, some music writing and additional rote and reading songs in the new books. The project in Grades 6, 7, and 8 was the "Pirates of Penzance', an operetta by Gilbert and Sullivan. Act 1 of this work was already condensed by the editors of the book used by the class. The rest was rewritten and condensed by your supervisor. This operetta was a real school project. The scenery was designed and built by the class with the help of Mr. Fedor and was inspired by the performance of the operetta given by the faculty at Smith College. Mrs. Eleanor Clapp and Mrs. Rich- ard Tracy helped with costumes; Mrs. Eleanor Miller and Miss Dolores Balise the make-up, Mrs. Clifton Ewing was accompanist, and Mr. Fedor the stage manager. We used an amplifying system which greatly benefitted the audience in listening to the music. Many hours of hard work, rehearsals for individuals as well as small groups of the cast proved worth while for the students. Every- one cooperated to the fullest. The show was a success musically and financially, and was completed in May.
The usual notebook assignments were made and a prize for the best one given at graduation time. All stu-
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dents in Grades 6, 7 and 8 completed a research paper on some musical subject.
Our Memorial Day program conducted by the entire school was simple and short but well done, as was the Graduation Program. The latter was distinguished by a processional and recessional by the whole school with the graduating class marching in from the back of the Town Hall. All who attended were impressed by the excellent speaking done at that time.
In September, your supervisor began a concentrated program of theory and music reading as suggested by the Superintendent. Some material was supplemented by notebook and board work in each classroom to the end that all students might be better instructed in music reading. Our new books have helped in this matter with interesting material to read. The Christmas program came directly from the class work. With the idea of a radio program, songs and poems were prepared in each class. A simple but effective entertainment resulted. Spe- cial mention should be made of the rhythm band work done in Grades 1 and 2, improved quality of singing in Grade 3, 4 and 5, and the fine effort made by the boys in Grades 6, 7 and 8.
During the year 1951, several other small plans were undertaken. Records to supplement each text book were bought and are of great assistance in teaching songs as well as listening aids. Mr. Fedor improved the appear- ance of his classroom by moving the piano into a corner in the room. In Mrs. Gawle's classroom the piano was moved to the front and side so that the teacher faces the class when seated at the piano.
The school choir has sung in church five times, and rehearsed music outside of school hours or during the noon hour.
Mention should be made of the fine guidance in mat- ters musical and administrative given by Mr. Fedor. His
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help, inspiration and cooperative attitude are worthy of praise and thanks not only from the music teacher but from the whole community.
Beginning in the fall of 1951, your supervisor has taught every week instead of the usual bi-weekly plan. In course of time this investment by the community will be returned, for already there is improvement in the general attitude of the students toward music and in their skill in performing music.
I wish to express my appreciation to all teachers and parents who have helped make the year's work a pleas- ure and a success.
Respectfully submitted,
ESTHER S. CLAPP : .
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FINANCIAL STATEMENT
Appropriation Expended in 1951
$21,460.00
21,457.24
Balance
$2.76
Expenditures
Administration
William A. Dexter, Salary
372.00
William A. Dexter, Expenses
183.23
Christine Hickey, Census
15.00
Myron Clapp, Truant Officer
15.00
Bertha Voigt, Secretary
18.00
Miscellaneous
2.61
605.84
Instruction
Teachers' Salaries
Frederick Fedor
3,080.00
Eleanor Clapp
1,320.00
Phyliss Gawle
960.00
Rachel Bridgman
2,280.00
Esther Clapp, Music
170.00
Edna Graham, Physical Ed.
130.00
Edna Graham, Travel
50.00
Rinehart Handwriting System
200.00
Marion Mascho, substitute
72.50
Harold Watts, substitute
6.00
8,268.50
Books
209.85
Supplies
578.51
Maintenance
Janitors' Salaries
George Burt
142.00
F. W. Blakesley
141.00
Alice Clapp
157.00
$440.00
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Fuel
217.60
Operating Expenses
363.21
Repairs
147.25
General
Health
Dr. Herman Felsen
100.00
Dr. Abel Ross
10.00
Ruth S. Hover, R.N.
175.00
Medical supplies
7.06
292.06
Transportation
Elementary
Richard Warren
1,165.50
Walter Witherell
1,924.00
High & Vocational
Walter Witherell
2,805.00
Holyoke Street Railway Co.
3.50
5,898.00
Tuition
High School
City of Northampton
3,328.32
Elementary
Hampshire County
38.57
Vocational
Smith's School
733.24
City of Holyoke
224.85
4,324.98
Miscellaneous
111.44
Total Expenses for Schools for Year 1951 $21,457.24
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Receipts
Funds received in 1950 toward school expenses :
Mass. School Fund, Chap. 70 $6,886.01
Mass. School Fund, Chap. 71, Transportation 5,266.59
Superintendent's Salary and Travel
321.24
City of Northampton, Tuition 300.00
Mass. Vocational Edu. Refund :
Smith's School, Industrial Arts 149.74
Smith's School, Household Arts
326.95
Smith's School, Evening Adult Edu. 9.45
Holyoke Trade School
56.12
$13,316.10
Net Cost of Maintaining Schools for 1950
$8,141.14
Net Cost per Pupil
$101.76
Attendance Figures for the School Year Ending June, 1951
Whole No.
Enrolled
Average Membership
Average Attendance
Frederick Fedor, 6, 7, 8
26
26.76
25.58
Eleanor Clapp, 3, 4, 5
20
20.65
19.47
Rachel Bridgman, 1, 2
21
21.32
19.78
67
68.73
64.83
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1951 SCHOOL DEPARTMENT BUDGET
Spent 1951 Budget 1952
Administration
Budget 1951 $560.00
$605.84
$700.00
Instruction
Teachers' Salaries
8,000.00
8,268.50
9,040.00
Books
250.00
209.85
250.00
Supplies
300.00
578.51
500.00
Maintenance
Janitors' Salaries
450.00
440.00
450.00
Fuel
300.00
217.60
300.00
Operating Expenses
250.00
363.21
450.00
Repairs & Replace.
250.00
147.25
2,000.00
General
Health
300.00
292.06
350.00
Transportation
High & Vocational 2,800.00
2,808.50
2,760.00
Elementary
2,800.00
3,089.50
3,337.50
Tuition
High School
3,300.00
3,328.32
5,000.00
Elementary
38.57
Vocational
1,600.00
958.09
1,000.00
Contingent
250.00
111.44
250.00
Outlay
50.00
500.00
$21,460.00
$21,457.24
$26,887.50
REPORT OF THE Well Child Conference
The Well Child Conference was held in Westhampton, Wednesday, June 27, 1951 in the Town Hall. It was con- ducted by Dr. Herman Felsen, examining physician, Miss Marjorie Shaw, nutritionist, courtesy of the Hampshire County Extension Service, Mrs. Enoch Perkins, regis- trar, and Mrs. Ruth Hover, nurse. The volunteer staff from the Westhampton Mothers Club were: Mrs. Elea- nor Clapp, hostess for the luncheon, Mrs. Lydia Omasta. Elizabeth Loud volunteered help caring for the children.
There were 35 children examined. It was impossible to give everyone interested an appointment so it was decided to examine others in September when Dr. Felsen came to school.
New cases: 16 vaccinated; 5 physical defects noted : eyes 2, nose 2, skin 2, teeth 1, throat 3, glands 3, mouth 1, tonsils 7, genitalia 3, feet 1, posture 1. Nutrition : watch sweets 2, cod-liver oil 3, whole wheat bread 1, wheat germ 1.
I wish to thank the Westhampton Mothers Club and the volunteer staff for their help in making this confer- ence a success.
Respectfully submitted,
RUTH S. HOVER
REPORT OF THE Center Cemetery
Appropriation for 1951
$300.00
Expenditures Labor Miscellaneous
$255.50
10.70
$266.20
Work for the year 1951 consisted mainly of mainte- nance and upkeep. A total of ninety-five hours was em- ployed in lawn cutting, about equally divided between hand and power machine. Another forty-five hours was spent in trimming around monuments.
There was considerable regrading done in the spring to further reduce the mowing time and to improve the general appearance of the Cemetry.
STANLEY BARTLETT
Cartaker
REPORT OF THE Fire Department
In compliance with Chapter 47, Section 42 of the Mas- sachusetts General Laws, I hereby submit the third annu- al report of the condition and operation of the West- hampton Fire Department.
There were five general drills held, with a total of 150 man hours spent. Twenty-four group-drills were called with a total of 480 man hours.
In 1951, there were four fire calls, three of which were chimney fires, and one grass fire. A total of 44 hours was spent at fires.
Fire permits issued-64
L.P. gas permits-17
Oil permits-12
Some work has been done to improve water-hole ap- proaches.
Your attention is called to the following recommenda- tions :
1. That the town vote to appropriate the sum of $500 (five hundred dollars) to be added to the fund estab- lished for a Fire Department Building.
2. That the Town vote to appropriate a sum of money to buy a portable pump (information to be given at Town Meeting.)
Respectfully submitted,
JAMES O. HICKEY
Fire Chief
REPORT OF THE Inspector of Buildings
Building Permits Issued in 1951 :
#31 C. R. Burt-House
#32
Frank Stuart-House (poultry)
#33 Merril Witherell-House
#34 Walter Lacombe-House
#35 D. B. Lyman-House (boiler)
#36 D. B. Lyman-Shop (addition)
#37 East. Beagle Club-Club House
#38 Frank Hathaway-House (poultry)
#39
Oliver Bishop-Garage
#40 Hampshire County Center-Garage
#41
Walter Witherell-Boiler Room
D. B. LYMAN
Articles in the Town Warrant
TOWN MEETING MONDAY, MARCH 3, 1952 Ten A.M. - Prompt
Article 1. To choose a moderator to preside at said meeting.
Article 2. To choose a Town Clerk. 1
Article 3. To hear and act on all reports presented at said meeting ..
Article 4. To choose all necessary officers to serve the ensuing year.
Article 5. To see if the Town will vote to leave the care of the highways in charge of the Selectmen.
Article 6. To vote in compliance with Section 108, Chapter 41, General Laws, which requires that salaries of elected officers be fixed by vote of the Town.
Article 7. To raise and appropriate such sums of money as may be necessary to defray Town charges the ensuing year.
Article 8. To see if the Town will raise and appro- priate a sum of money for the observance of Memorial Day.
Article 9. To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Town Treasurer, with the approval of the Selectmen, to borrow money from time to time in anticipation of the revenue of the financial year beginning January 1, 1952, and to issue a note or notes therefor, payable with-
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in one year, and to renew any note or notes as may be given for a period less than one year in accordance with Section 17, Chapter 44, General Laws.
Article 10. To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate or transfer from unappropriated available funds in the treasury, a sum of money for Chapter 81 highways, Chapter 90 highways, or take any action in relation thereto.
Article 11., To see if the Town will raise and appro- priate $1000.00 to cover the 1951 note on the Town Hall.
Article 12,. To see if the Town will raise and appro- priate $1000.00 for the note on the Town Hall and $260.00 for interest on the same.
Article 13. To see if the Town will raise and appro- priate $125.00 to purchase chairs for the Town Hall.
Article 14. To see if the Town will raise and appro- priate $200.00 to purchase a typewriter and adding ma- chine for use at the Town Hall, or take any other action thereon.
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(Other articles may appear in the posted warrant.)
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INDEX
Town Clerk 3
Treasurer
6
Trust Funds
9
Selectmen
12
Recapitulation
22
Budget Recommendations
23
Jury List
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24
Assessors
26
Memorial Library 29
School Committee 31
Superintendent of Schools
32
School Principal
37
Physical Education Supervisor
42
School Nurse
43
Supervisor of Music
45
School Financial
48
Well Child Conference
52
Center Cemetery
53
Fire Department
54
Inspector of Buildings 55
Warrant
56
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