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Net Amount Raised on Polls and Property
48,215.18
$104,529.80
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Personal Property Valuation
Real Estate Valuation
$190,574.00 807,492.00
$998,066.00
Tax on Personal Property
$9,147.56
Tax on Real Estate
38,759.62
Tax on Polls
308.00
$48,215.18
Tax Rate
$48.00
Motor Vehicle Tax 1955
135.10
Motor Vehicle Tax 1956
7,512.94
Exemptions on Real Estate
480.00
Exemptions on Polls
36.00
Abatements on Motor Vehicles 1955
35.58
Abatements on Motor Vehicles 1956
128.02
Abatements on Real Estate 1956
48.48
FROM THE TABLE OF AGGREGATES
Dwel-
Year Horses Cows Sheep Goats Cattle Swine Fowl lings
1954
18
375
20
11
101
11 12,925 237
1955
19
356
47
11
117
17 10,766 239
1956
12
349
29
108
20 10,387
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GILBERT I. FLINT
SIDNEY H. COLE
PHILIP J. NORRIS
Board of Assessors
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LIBRARIAN'S REPORT - 1956
Two hundred twenty-six books were added to the Mem- orial Library during the year 1956. Eighty-seven books were purchased and 139 were gifts. The library subscribes to 16 magazines and several magazines are given to the library.
Books have been received from the Rev. Robert Young and family, Mrs. Lillian Blakesley, Mrs. Belva Hunt, Daniel Bridgman, Sidney Neal, Ralph Lerche, W. E. Lyman, the Rev. and Mrs. Ellery Clapp, Mrs. John Cernak, and James Bongiovanni.
Circulation for the year:
Adult Fiction 945
Adult Non-Fiction 225
Juvenile
1,446
Magazines
720
The Bookmobile visits the library and the Center School and the following number of books have been borrowed:
Adult Fiction 308
Adult Non-Fiction 180
Juvenile Fiction 470
Juvenile Non-Fiction 146
There were 19 qualified readers in the Adventures of Reading with 237 books read.
November 29, Mrs. Watts, Mrs. Miller, Mrs. Flint, and Mrs. Hickey, library trustees, visited the Center School in observance of Book Week. The group reviewed the books that were added to the Children's library.
MARION MASCHO
Librarian
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REPORT OF THE SCHOOL COMMITTEE
We have read and approved the reports of the Superin- tendent of Schools, the School Principal and others responsible for various school activities. Their reports outline in detail the school matters which have been reviewed and passed by the School Committee at its regular meetings or one of the special meetings held during the year.
During the summer vacation period, the school was thor- oughly cleaned and painting was done wherever it was deemed necessary. Alterations of a minor nature were made in one of the class rooms, and the fence around the property was repaired and painted.
Several bus contracts were entered into, with a separate bus assigned to the Williamsburg route for the transportation of children to the seventh and eighth grades.
In September, the School Committee was saddened by the death of our good friend and counselor, Superintendent of Schools Lucius A. Merritt. During the too brief period of our association, he had earned our admiration and respect as a Christian Gentleman and as an able and devoted school administrator. He has been and will be missed by the members of the Westhampton School Committee.
At a special meeting of School Union No. 55, comprised of the towns of Williamsburg, Southampton, Worthington, Chesterfield, and Westhampton, it was voted to replace Mr. Merritt for the balance of the year with Mr. J. Walter Richard as Acting Superintendent of Schools. Mr. Richard has assumed these duties in a very mature and able manner. The West- hampton School Committee has found him to be cooperative and an administrator who is dedicated to educational service.
Respectfully submitted, ELLIS T. HOVER, Chairman HENRIETTE P. MILLER FRANK E. HATHAWAY School Committee
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REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
Herewith is submitted the fourth annual report of the Superintendent of Schools for Westhampton.
At the Union Meeting held in Easthampton on April 26, the Southampton School Committee Members were host to the group. Mr. Lucius Merritt was re-elected for a three year term as Union Superintendent of Schools and Mr. J. Walter Richard was made Assistant Superintendent in Charge of Elementary Education. The position of adjustment counselor was discussed, but it was felt that the Union was too large for one person to effectively carry on a good guidance program in all the Union No. 55 schools. Action was postponed on this until another special meeting.
It was recommended at this meeting by the Elementary Supervisor that some days be set aside periodically when teachers on different grade levels could meet to discuss com- mon problems, evaluate new techniques and share views in regard to common aims in education.
Of importance to all citizens of Massachusetts was the law passed in June requiring that all Massachusetts public school teachers receive at least $3,000.00 per year. The mini- mum prior to this bill had been $2,300.00 a year for the town of Westhampton. This required no immediate changes in Westhampton as most teachers employed here were receiving at least that amount.
Westhampton Center School opened in September with the same teaching staff. The organization is as follows:
Principal Richard Towse-Grades 5 and 6 Mrs. Patricia Norris-Grades 3 and 4 Miss Rachel Bridgman-Grades 1 and 2 Mrs. Esther Norris-Music
Mrs. Peter Button-Art
Mrs. Elizabeth Koss-Penmanship
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In September, Dr. Deming Hoyt of Northampton joined our staff to act as adjustment counselor for the towns of Williamsburg, Westhampton and Worthington. Dr. Hoyt comes to us very well qualified in both teaching and guidance work. He completed his undergraduate work at Columbia University and received his doctorate at Harvard University.
The position of adjustment counselor was initiated by the Massachusetts Department of Education for the purpose of counselling and helping children in the primary and ele- mentary grades who are referred to him by a teacher, principal or other school personnel. The adjustment counsellor is also to establish "helpful and kindly relationships with the home in the interest of all children in school, to enlist the interest and help of clergymen and other local leaders" and to serve as a referral agent. With these duties in mind, one can readily see that it would be physically impossible to serve all five towns adequately.
Tuition and transportation has been paid for 31 pupils in other high schools and trade schools. There are 13 students attending Northampton High School, 2 at Smith's Vocational School and 16 at Williamsburg Junior-Senior High School.
There have been no changes in the School Health De- partment during the past year. Under the direction of Dr. C. Keith Wilbur as school physician, Dr. Abel Ross as school dentist and Mrs. Eunice Cernak as school nurse, the West- hampton school children have received the necessary exami- nations, and parents have been notified of any physical defects found.
For some time both Mr. Merritt and I had felt that teachers employed in small towns had little opportunity to meet, to exchange ideas, discuss common helps and problems, and to learn about new techniques used in present day educa- tion. With this in mind, we worked with the Massachusetts Department of Education to establish a one-day workshop with specific study areas in mind contributed by all teachers. This was realized on November 13 when teachers from our Union No. 55 were hosts to teachers from the Ashfield Union.
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The general theme of this day was "More Effective Learning In Today's Schools". Stress was placed on meeting individual differences, particularly in the field of Language Arts. These one-day conferences, we feel, can do much to stimulate and redirect the thinking on the part of teachers, which in turn should result in richer learning experiences for children.
Westhampton was saddened by the death of Mr. Lucius Merritt in September. At a Union School Committee meeting held at Williamsburg in October, I was elected Acting Super- intendent of Schools until June 1957. It is my wish to main- tain those high standards set by Mr. Merritt who so faithfully served the town of Westhampton.
In conclusion, I wish to thank the teachers, School Com- mittee and other staff members for their loyal support and cooperation throughout this past year.
Respectfully submitted, J. WALTER RICHARD
Acting Superintendent of Schools
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REPORT OF THE PRINCIPAL
June 15, 1956, brought to a close the first year of the six grade system at the Center School which had replaced the eight grade setup of previous years. The achievement tests in May plus the success of graduating students as they continued Junior High in Williamsburg give evidence of a highly suc- cessful change in the Westhampton School system.
In September, Miss Rachel Bridgman, Mrs. Patricia Norris, and Mr. Richard Towse returned for another year. Having a faculty experienced in routine and customs of the school enabled us to begin operation smoothly and easily as students and teachers adjusted quickly to the confines of the classrooms.
The school membership has dropped from sixty in Sep- tember to fifty-eight at present. However, an expected in- crease in students next year should once again tax the capacity of our classrooms. The lack of a playroom for rainy weather and assemblies is sorely felt. Any improvements along these lines would enrich our program greatly.
In addition to the three teachers, the students receive specialized instruction in music from Mrs. Esther Norris and in art from Mrs. Marion Button. Once a month Rinehart Penmanship System instructors come to the school and set up lessons for the month to come. Connected with our school for the first time is the Adjustment Counsellor, Dr. Deming Hoyt, who supervised the administration of intelligence and reading tests for each child during September. In addition to these tests Dr. Hoyt has investigated individual problems in private conferences and with individual tests. Our health problems were once again ably handled by Mrs. Eunice Cernak, R. N., and our maintenance problems by Stanley Bartlett.
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During the year the teachers also went to school. In March, Mr. Towse attended the three-day State Principals Convention in Amherst and took a graduate course in ele- mentary school reading at the University of Massachusetts last summer. Miss Bridgman, Mrs. Norris, and Mr. Towse attended the workshop for elementary school teachers of Union No. 55 during November.
A musical program highlighted by the awarding of certi- ficates to the sixth grade graduates ended the 1955-1956 school year. The annual Christmas program consisted of tableaux, choral speaking, and singing portraying the Christmas story from the Bible in five scenes. Mrs. Esther Norris directed both programs and was assisted by the teachers.
The teachers, administrators, and students wish to thank the school committee and the townspeople whose cooperation and interest have helped to make this year a highly successful one.
Respectfully submitted,
RICHARD M. TOWSE Principal
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REPORT OF THE SCHOOL NURSE
The annual report of the health program in the West- hampton Center School is herewith submitted for the year ending December 1956.
During the winter months, there were many cases of measles and mumps. There were so many cases of measles that the doctor was asked about closing the school, but he said "no" as measles is not one of the more serious childhood diseases.
Dr. C. Keith Wilbur did the yearly physical examinations in September for the entire school.
The Puretone Audiometer borrowed from the Public Health Service in Amherst was used to individually test all students in September. As we are allowed to have it for just a short time, some children were not tested because they were absent at that time. The Massachusetts Vision test was used for visual defects in November.
Dr. Abel Ross examined for dental defects in November. He found the condition of the children's teeth to be poor in the majority of cases.
In November, all children were weighed and measured.
The Town Hall facilities were used again this year for the physical, eye, and ear examinations. -
I wish to thank Mr. Stanley Bartlett for keeping the school as clean and odor free as is possible, and also the teachers for their cooperation in all health matters.
Respectfully submitted, EUNICE H. CERNAK, R. N. School Nurse
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REPORT OF THE ART SUPERVISOR
The Art classes at the Westhampton Center School are held every two weeks. One hour is given to Miss Bridgman's room and also to the classes of Mrs. Norris and Mr. Towse.
I have just completed this January a year of teaching Art in Westhampton, and I am very pleased with the Art work the children have done. The first and second grades have been working on crayon, but recently have started using water colors. The grades three through six have used water colors, crayons, chalk, india ink, tempera paint, and other media. I wish to thank those responsible for these supplies which make the Art program possible.
MARION S. BUTTON Art Supervisor
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REPORT OF STATE AIDED VOCATIONAL EDUCATION
The Town of Westhampton voted $200.00 at the 1956 Annual Town Meeting for Vocational Training. An advisory committee was named, as required by State law. This com- mittee consists of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Watts and Mr. Ralph Bridgman.
A class in rug braiding was started under the direction of Mrs. Allen of Williamsburg. Sixteen pupils were enrolled. A class in cake decorating was scheduled for the fall term but was not held because of the full schedule of the teacher. However, this course will start the evening of March 21st under the direction of Mrs. Hughes of Amherst, classes to be held in the Church kitchen.
There was $117.00 left in the Vocational Fund at the close of the year 1956. We are to be reimbursed $43.00 by the State, making the sum of $40 spent out of the appropriated fund.
In September 1956, the town was awarded $200.00 from the George Barden Fund to be used in Vocational Education before June 30, 1957. This is a Federal Grant, used to further the Practical Arts and given once to a town starting a Voca- tional Education program. Part of this fund will be used to pay for the cake decorating course.
There has been a definite interest shown in the various courses given by the Vocational Education program. It is hoped that this interesting work can continue in our own town and that we may be able to offer additional courses from time to time.
Respectfully submitted, HENRIETTE P. MILLER Secretary School Committee
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FINANCIAL STATEMENT EXPENDITURE
Appropriation
Expended in 1956
$38,500.00 33,019.47
Balance
$5,480.53
Administration
L. A. Merritt, Salary
$762.55
L. A. Merritt, Expenses
56.25
J. Walter Richard, Salary
169.25
J. Walter Richard, Expenses
22.50
Ruth S. Hover, Census
15.00
Jeannette M. ONeill, Secretary
50.00
School Committee Expenses
25.00
$1,100.55
Instruction
Teachers' Salaries :
Richard Towse
$3,380.00
Rachel Bridgman
3,033.36
Patricia Norris
2,866.72
Esther Norris, Music
200.00
Mrs. Peter Button, Art
200.00
Rinehart Handwriting System
200.00
J. Walter Richard, Salary
403.60
J. Walter Richard, Travel
45.00
Marion Mascho, Sub.
120.00
Bethel Racker, Sub.
4.00
N. Deming Hoyt, Salary
300.00
Books
341.07
Supplies
308.34
9780.08
10,752.68
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Maintenance
Janitor's Salary
$975.00
Fuel
420.00
Operating Expenses
449.99
Repairs and Replacements
499.77
2,344.76
General
Health:
Eunice Cernak, R. N.
$300.00
Medical Supplies
16.78
316.78
Transportation :
Elementary-W. Witherell $3,888.48
High and Vocational-W. Witherell 4,872.00
Junior High-Hampshire Trans. 1,200.00
9,960.48
Tuition :
Springfield Public Schools Adult Education 2.40
High School
Town of Williamsburg
2,487.03
City of Northampton
4,753.95
Vocational
Smith's School 556.10
7,799.48
Contingent
Outlay 95.33
Total Expenses for Schools for 1956 $33,019.47
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RECEIPTS
Funds Received in 1956 Toward School Expenses:
Mass. School Fund, Chap. 70 $7,520.40
Mass. School Fund, Chap. 71 Transportation 9,773.00
Vocational Tuition 79.80
Superintendent's Salary and Travel 466.67
17,839.87
NET COST OF MAINTAINING SCHOOLS FOR 1956
$15,179.60
WESTHAMPTON SCHOOL DEPARTMENT BUDGET - 1957
Budget 1956
Spent 1956
Budget 1957
Administration
$1,100.00
$1,100.55
$1,000.00
Instruction
Teachers' Salaries
11,500.00
10,752.68
13,000.00
Books
300.00
341.07
300.00
Classroom Supplies
300.00
308.34
300.00
Maintenance
Janitor's Salary
1,100.00
975.00
1,100.00
Fuel
700.00
420.00
700.00
Operating Expense
400.00
449.99
400.00
Repairs
2,000.00
499.77
2,000.00
General
Health
350.00
316.78
350.00
Trans .- High & Voc.
6,300.00
6,072.00
5,700.00
Trans .- Elem.
4,200.00
3,888.48
4,200.00
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Tuition-High & Jr. High 9,000.00
9,700.00
Tuition-Vocational
500.00
7,243.38 556.10
1,300.00
Misc. Contingent
500.00
500.00
Outlay
250.00
95.33
250.00
$38,500.00 $33,019.47 $40,800.00
REPORT OF THE DIPHTHERIA CLINIC
The Diphtheria Clinic was held in February, 1956, at the Westhampton Town Hall. Dr. C. Keith Wilbur gave 15 booster doses of Diphtheria-Whooping Cough and Tetanus. Three children were given the 3-shot series. The other 2 shots were given at home by Eunice H. Cernak, R. N. Seven children were vaccinated.
EUNICE H. CERNAK, R. N.
REPORT OF THE WELL CHILD CONFERENCE
The Well Child Conference was held June 20, 1956, in the Westhampton Town Hall. The staff members were Dr. C. Keith Wilbur, Nurse Eunice H. Cernak, Registrar Mrs. Irene Delisle. Girls for Height and Weight were Louise Loud and Elizabeth Clapp. Luncheon was served in the Club Room by Mrs. Ruth Blow and Mrs. Dorothy Loud. Thirty-six physical examinations and twenty-four polio shots were given. There were no vaccinations.
EUNICE H. CERNAK, R. N.
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REPORT OF THE SALK VACCINE PROGRAM
February 28, 1956-A small clinic was held in the West- hampton Center School for the second shots of those in the test group. Twelve children were given the vaccine.
Now came the task of immunizing large numbers of people. This took about 75 hours of planning and book work before we were able to hold the first clinic.
June 6, 1956-A clinic was held in the Westhampton Town Hall. The staff members were Dr. C. Keith Wilbur, Eunice H. Cernak, R. N., Ruth Hover, R. N., Eleanor Scott, R. N., Mrs. Irene Delisle and Mrs. Mae Pelissier. Four chil- dren in the test group received their second shots. Eighty- five children received their first shots. Two pregnant women also received shots.
June 20, 1956-Twenty-three children and one pregnant woman received their first shots at the Well Child Conference.
August 27, 1956-A clinic was held at the Westhampton Town Hall. The staff members were Dr. C. Keith Wilbur, Eunice H. Cernak, R. N., Eleanor Scott, R. N., Mrs. Mae Pelissier and Mrs. Irene Delisle. One hundred and five chil- dren and three pregnant women received their second shots.
September 11, 1956-At the school physicals, two children had first shots and six children had second shots.
September 17, 1956-The 15 - 19 age group are now eligible for vaccine. Many hours of planning and book work had to be done again before a clinic could be held. This clinic was held at the office of Dr. C. Keith Wilbur. Eunice H. Cernak was at the office to assist the doctor. Thirteen of this age group received their first shots. Eight children of the 0 - 15 age group received their second shots. One pregnant woman also received the first shot. Harland Lemery, Jr., re- ceived his vaccine at Dr. Wilbur's office when he was home from school.
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November 8 and 9, 1956-The clinics were held at Dr. C. Keith Wilbur's office. Eunice H. Cernak was at the office to assist the doctor. This group was divided in half at the doctor's request. One 15 - 19 age person had his first shot. Two 0 - 15 age group had their first shots. Thirteen 15 - 19 age group had their second shots. Eight children of the test group received their third shots.
Some children and expectant mothers received their vaccine from their private physicians.
EUNICE H. CERNAK, R. N.
REPORT OF THE CENTER CEMETERY
Work accomplished this year consisted of the usual raking of leaves and debris in the spring and the routine care of mowing and trimming throughout the grass growing season. The very late spring delayed the regrading projects until after Memorial Day to minimize the untidiness so necessary when such grading is in progress. Small areas were filled in and reseeded.
Nine hundred and four feet of fence was scraped, sanded, and painted last summer.
In the fall, regrading was continued and much tree trim- ming was done where trees overhung the fence from adjoining property.
Late fall work consisted of raking leaves and collecting wreaths, glassware, and flower pots left behind.
There were 10 burials last year.
STANLEY BARTLETT Caretaker
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REPORT OF THE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Members of the Department answered the following calls this year:
3 Building Fires
1 Vehicle Fire
2 Plugged Chimneys
1 Grass Fire
Members also recharged 23 soda-acid extinguishers and gave assistance to three property owners in burning over grass and brush land.
Fire equipment and other items purchased :
200' Forestry Hose with Adapters and Nozzle
1 1,500 Gal. Water Tank
1 Case of Extinguisher Recharges Batteries for Truck and Flash Lights Replacement Parts for Vehicles
New members joining the Department this year are: Francis Loud Walter Henderson James McGill
One member, Ed Hayes, resigned.
During the summer months, several practice drills were held. Each fireman was given the opportunity to operate the fire truck and pump and also the portable pump. Sometimes the men were formed into teams and competed against the clock in various operations of the apparatus. One drill was held at night to acquaint the men with the handicap of work- ing in darkness. Another drill consisted of smothering an oil fire with water by using a fog nozzle. Also the relay method of forcing water a great distance was demonstrated by com- bining the portable pump and fire truck pump onto one hose line.
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I realize the excitement and desperation of the moment when a fire breaks out in your home, but valuable time can be saved by saying in your call where the fire is, and then by hanging up immediately so that calls to the firemen can be started and get the trucks rolling. All fires are small when they start. Your job is to keep it small. Close all doors to prevent the fire from spreading to all parts of the home. Every kitchen should have a small extinguisher, preferably of the CO2 or dry powder type. A most excellent chemical found in every kitchen to put out burning oil, grease, or paraffin is baking soda or baking powder.
Last fall a power shovel of the clam shell type was hired to enlarge and deepen four water holes.
Permits issued in 1956:
9 Power Oil Burner Installations
2 Range Oil Burners
1 L. P. Gas
80 Fire Permits
Permits for open air fires are necessary at all times even if it is raining or snow covers the ground. The reason for this is so the Fire Warden will know where burning is going on. Should someone report seeing smoke, the Warden will know if such smoke needs immediate investigation or not. Permits are free. Permits issued by telephone are recorded by the Warden for reference should anyone question your right to burn. Remember a permit does not free you from the re- sponsibility of keeping your fire under control and seeing to it that it is out when you leave. Neither does it release you from possible suit for damage should it destroy your neighbor's property.
Seventy per cent of all grass fires start from backyard incinerators. A runaway fire in your backyard is much too close to your home for comfort.
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Our forest fire fighting equipment is being built up with the assistance from the State Forestry Department on a 50 - 50 basis (maximum of $50 from the State for any one year) .
Our Volunteer Fire Department has been in existence for over six years now. Fire insurance rates have been reduced because of the increased protection. Our goal is to further increase this protection by acquiring equipment more suitable to rural fire fighting conditions. The pumper that enabled taxpayers to benefit by reduced rates is now 20 years old. Serious thought should be given to replacing this pumper in the near future.
The trend today in rural fire fighting is to carry a large water supply to the fire rather than frantically trying to squeeze water out of a dry brook or floundering around in hub deep mud or ice and snow. Therefore, we have purchased a 1,500 gallon tank at a bargain price through one of our most worthy firemen. We are now searching for a suitable truck to mount the tank upon. This will give us three pieces, of apparatus :
1 500 Gal. per Minute Pumper with Hose
1 Pickup Truck Designed for Grass and Brush Fire Work
1 Water Supply Truck
I highly recommend the purchase of a cab and chassis truck for the water tank and another portable pump.
I wish to thank each and every member of the Depart- ment for his loyalty and cooperation, and all others for their quick response to the calls for aid in fire fighting.
Respectfully submitted, STANLEY BARTLETT
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REPORT OF THE INSPECTOR OF BUILDINGS
Building Permits Issued in 1956:
Stanley Greenberg
House
Wayne Buzzee
Alteration to House
Robert Church
Summer Camp
Leo Aloisi
Milk Room
Easthampton Beagle Club
Storage Shed
Bonnie and Richard Williams
House
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ARTICLES OF THE TOWN WARRANT
TOWN MEETING MONDAY, MARCH 4, 1957 Ten A. M. - Prompt
Article 1. To hear and act on all reports presented at said meeting.
Article 2. To elect by ballot necessary officers to serve the ensuing year.
Article 3. To see if the Town will vote to leave the care of the highways in charge of the Selectmen.
Article 4. 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 5. To raise and appropriate such sums of money as may be necessary to defray Town charges the ensuing year.
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Article 6. To see if the Town will vote to authorize the Town Treasurer, with the approval of the Selectmen, to bor- row money from time to time in anticipation of the revenue of the financial year beginning January 1, 1957, and to issue a note or notes therefor, payable within 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 7. To see if the Town will vote to raise and ap- propriate or transfer from unappropriated available funds in the treasury, a sum of money for Chapter 81 and Chapter 90 Highways, or take any action in relation thereto.
Article 8. To see if the Town will vote to raise and ap- propriate $1,000.00 to cover the 1957 note on the Town Hall and $160.00 for the interest on the same.
Article 9. To see if the Town will vote one week vaca- tion with pay (forty-eight hours) to permanent employees.
Article 10. To see if the Town will vote to raise and ap- propriate a sum of money for the observance of Memorial Day.
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Article 11. To see if the Town will vote to raise and ap- propriate $150.00 for Gypsy Moth
Article 12. To see if the Town will vote to raise and ap- propriate $150.00 for Dutch Elm Disease.
Article 13. To see if the Town will vote to adopt the proposed Plan of By-Laws as published, or take any other action thereon.
Article 14. To see if the Town will vote a sum of money from the balance in the treasury to reduce taxes.
Article 15. To see if the Town will vote the sum of $7,000.00 to meet the Town's share in the construction of a new bridge at Loud's Mill, and to meet said appropriation $7,000.00 be transferred from the proceeds received from the State under the provisions of Chapter 718 of the Acts of 1956.
Other articles may appear in posted warrant.
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INDEX
Assessors, Report of the Board of 33
Budget Recommendations for 1957 31
Center Cemetery, Report of the 51
Diphtheria Clinic, Report of the 49
Fire Department, Report of the 52
Inspector of Buildings, Report of the
55
Jurors Drawn in 1956 32
Jury Box, Names in the 32
Librarian, Report of the 36
Recapitulation
29
Salk Vaccine Program, Report of the 50
Selectmen, Report of the Baord of
12
School Committee, Report of the
37
Superintendent of Schools, Report of the
38
School Principal, Report of the
41
School Nurse, Report of the 43
Art Supervisor, Report of the 44
State Aided Vocational Education, Report of
45
School Financial Statement 46
School Department Budget
.......
48
Town Clerk, Report of the 3
Town Treasurer, Report of the 6
Trust Funds
10
Warrant, Articles of the Town 56
Well Child Clinic, Report of the
49
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