Eagle Feathers #91 – Forgotten Fred

By Bob (Monty) Doherty

He kept them laughing throughout the twenty turbulent years which molded them into America’s Greatest Generation. This was the time covering the 1930’s Great Depression, followed by World War II and its recovery. There wasn’t much humor to be found. Somerville’s John Florence Sullivan was one of those few who provided needed comic relief during this time.

Is it just our imaginations, or are we experiencing an alarming up-tick in the number of thefts in the city?

It seems as though car break-ins and other forms of petty larceny are at an all time high. Why is this so? Most people we hear from are blaming the drug problem – specifically opioids abuse – for the sudden surge in crime.

By Jim Clark

Police officers were dispatched to DeMoulas Market on Somerville Ave. last Saturday afternoon on reports of the theft of a pocketbook belonging to one of the store’s customers.

Upon arrival officers detained Meghan Thomas, of Newburyport, across the street from the store’s location. They were also holding a male companion of Thomas for questioning.

Saint Raphael’s 5th and 6th grade school team.

By Charles Lane

The Ryan “Duce” Morrissey Memorial Scholarship Fundraiser 2nd annual basketball tournament was held at St. Clement High School in Medford beginning last Thursday evening, and continuing through Sunday night.

— By Donald Norton

Somerville’s veterans were honored at the Somerville Allied Veterans’ Council annual Veterans Day Ceremony on November 11 at the George Dilboy VFW Post, 371 Summer St. Residents and veterans gathered together to commemorate the annual observance of recognition of those who served their country in military service.

Our guest columnist this week is Michael Todd Steffen.  Steffen reviews a new book of poetry by his fellow Somerville Bagel Bard member Tomas O’Leary.

Arrests:
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Phaedra Sheets, of 109 Pine St., Cambridge, November 9, 11:41 p.m., arrested at McGrath Hwy. on a charge of larceny over $250.

Brandon Phillips, of 39 Josephine Ave., November 10, 7:26 p.m., arrested at Broadway on a charge of operation of a motor vehicle with a suspended license.

The Somerville Health and Human Services Department has scheduled an additional free public flu vaccination clinic. While there is no charge for vaccinations, attendees are asked to bring an insurance card if available. Those wanting a vaccine should wear clothing that allows easy access to the upper arm. Flu clinics will be held as follows:

Union Square Station Associates (US2) today announced the deadline for applications for the City of Somerville’s Technical Assistance Program has been extended by two weeks to November 30.