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By Dan Murphy the enclosures at the adjacent Whitney Hotel, said Tabenken, After hearing feedback from while on the west side, a wooden the Beacon Hill Architectural screen wall, which be slightly visi- Commission and the community, ble from Storrow Drive, would be the redevelopment team for the installed at the request of Charles Charles Street Garage has scaled River Square residents due to the back parking to one level from close proximity of their windows two while making other modifica- to the garage building. tions to its project plan. While the covered passage David Tabenken, an architect at the garage would no longer with the Boston architectural be used as a parking exit, a new firm, Hacin + Associates, which is egress door would be created in partnering with Boston developer, its wall to provide access to a new Related Beal, on the project, said transformer room being construct- during an Architectural Commis- ed in the building. sion subcommittee held virtually Additionally, the developer is on July 22 that the redeveloped proposing the installation of a garage at 144 Charles St. is now “green screen” wire-mesh system proposed to comprise a lobby on to the west façade facing Annie The Esplanade Association held its 10th annual Summer Dock Party on Thursday, July 22, at the Community the east facade with an elevator to Fields Garden to facilitate the Boating docks to raise funds in support of Esplanade Association’s revitalization, enhancement, and mainte- provide access to the upper floors, growth of vines there. nance of the Charles River parklands, as well as its free summer programming for the community. Pictured along with five retail spaces (one Charles River Square resident at the event are Steve Vumbaco, Ingrid Calder, Nicolette Clifford, JQ Louise, Catherine Rurode, and Drew more than there are now) on the Diane Coldren expressed concern Sabia. See Pages 6 and 7 for more photos. ground floor. The building’s top that this structure would be “inap- two stories would provide office propriate” and “wouldn’t support space, he added, with two roof- those type of vines.” decks above for the use of office Commissioner Martha DA Rollins nominated for US Attorney by Biden tenants, while parking would be McNamara, who served on the located on the second level. subcommittee alongside Commis- have to go through extensive Con- the uptick in gun crime that has By Seth Daniel Mechanical enclosures on the sioners Alice Richmond and Wen gressional hearings and have to be been taking place for the last 18 rooftop would be clad in stand- U.S. President Joe Biden Wen, inquired about the treat- voted in by Congress. That likely months—putting more cops on ing-seam metal, replacing the exist- announced on Monday the nom- wouldn’t happen until sometime the beat, supporting community ing faux brick materiel, to match (Garage Pg. 3) ination of Suffolk County District in the fall, most believe. prevention programs, and crack- Attorney Rachael Rollins as his President Biden said her nom- ing down on illegal gun trafficking. pick to be the next permanent ination, and that of seven other Confirming U.S. Attorneys as the City names Molly Griffin U.S. Attorney for the District of U.S. Attorneys around the country, chief federal law enforcement offi- Massachusetts – a post that would are part of larger plan nationwide cers in their district is important include the entire state. to combat a crime wave that has for these efforts,” read the state- new liaison for Beacon Hill Currently, Acting U.S. Attor- erupted during COVID-19. ment in the White House release ney Nathaniel Mendell is serving “The President has launched a By Dan Murphy as U.S. Attorney. Rollins would comprehensive effort to take on A lifelong Bostonian, Molly (Rollins Pg. 4) Griffin has come on board as the city’s neighborhood liaison for Beacon Hill Civic Association Community Corner Beacon Hill, as well as for Back Planning Underway for the Brewery for donating to this improve conditions throughout Bay, Fenway-Kenmore, and Mis- 2021 BHCA Fall HillFest! community event, and to a new our neighborhood, has affiliate sion Hill. This year’s Fall HillFest will sponsor, Ryze Wine. Also thanks relationships with other orga- Griffin, who was born, grew up, take place on Sunday, September to JP Licks and Salt Creek Cater- nizations sharing these goals. and currently lives in Dorchester, 12th, from 12 to 4pm, on the flat ing for their participation. Make The Cambridge Street Commu- earned an undergraduate degree in of Mt. Vernon Street! It promises your plans to come down to Mt. nity Development Corporation communications from Boston Uni- to be another fun, family-friendly Vernon Street on September 12th (CSCDC) is one of those organi- versity in May and began working neighborhood celebration. Plans and join in the family fun! If you zations. for the city on July 12. include the annual participation are a Beacon Hill non-profit and The CSCDC comprises repre- “I was really only really familiar of our nonprofit members, with would like to participate, please sentatives of groups interested in with Fenway and Back Bay from kid’s games and information contact Eliza Greenberg at eliza. advancing Cambridge Street as a going to Boston University and about their missions, as well as [email protected]. vital commercial destination bal- during high school [while attend- live music, the famous dog show, ancing commercial and residential ing Boston Latin],” she said, “but not Beacon Hill or Mission Hill, Molly Griffin, the city’s new hot dogs, beer, ice cream, and BHCA Affiliates considerations in its re-develop- neighborhood liaison for Beacon so I’m trying to get out into those many other surprises. We are The Beacon Hill Civic Associ- Hill, as well as for Back Bay, grateful once again to Harpoon ation, as part of our mission to (BHCA Pg. 10) (Griffin Pg. 3) Fenway and Mission Hill. PAGE 2 THE BEACON HILL TIMES July 29, 2021 editorial

YES, MISINFORMATION ON SOCIAL Guest Op-Ed MEDIA IS KILLING AMERICANS Do what you can and what you enjoy Let’s suppose that someone walked into our newspaper office and told us that he had a “big story,” the gist of which is that COVID-19 is a Dr. Glenn Mollette school. A couple of weeks ago, for a local restaurant for over ten hoax. a good friend of mine, who is 72 years. They make a respectable liv- Or that vaccines for the coronavirus are part of a plan by Bill Gates to You will be most successful if years old, performed six surgical ing and both are always a delight inject Americans with microchips. you pursue a career that you are procedures in one day. He totally in taking care of their patrons. A able to do. Some jobs do not men- Or....insert any number of the other conspiracy theories about the thrives on his work and retirement dear friend mowed yards for over tally or physically suit our abilities. is not in his vocabulary. Five days 20 years and was always an inspi- virus and vaccinations that have been floating on social media platforms Some people find work to do but a week he is seeing patients and ration to the many who hired since the pandemic began. are only able to maintain their performing surgeries. He totally him. Another friend spends eight The first thing we would do, as would any other responsible media vocational effort until they are loves his work. To him, it’s easy, hours a day solving people’s com- organization, is to ask the person, “Where’s your proof?” 50 or 55 years old. This is fine as and is mentally and emotionally puter issues. He never lacks for And if -- and when -- the person invariably would be unable to pro- many people are able to financial- stimulating. work. Another, spends his days duce the evidence for his claims, we would politely show him the door. ly retire in their fifties. Jobs that Sometimes we have jobs we measuring people for clothes and require strenuous physical labor That’s how journalism works. We try as best we can to provide facts can’t wait to quit. Sometimes there sells the best special ordered suits become less productive for many and information to our readers, who then can make their own judgment are jobs we simply never want to in town. Another, makes a good as they age. quit. living laying tile while another about the issue at hand. Often, throughout life we find Financial security will hinge friend plays fiddle on the week- We don’t always get it right, but we try our best. ourselves working jobs that are on two key factors. Work you can ends but then makes her real living That is not the case however, with social media platforms. They do not available and that pay enough for do and work you enjoy doing. If giving fiddle lessons all week. even attempt to determine whether the information that gets distributed us to make our living. If we can you can do the work and you do There are all kinds of jobs. All on their platforms is accurate. physically and mentally adapt to a good job, you will be able to require learning, developing and The result is that the millions of Americans who have social media the vocational demands then we continue as long as you are men- mastering a skill. have a chance of doing very well. accounts are barraged daily with all kinds of misinformation on a host tally and physically capable. If you Glenn Mollette is the publish- More success will come your enjoy the work, then you are going er of Newburgh Press, Liberty of subjects, of which the outright and preposterous lies about COVID-19 way if you enjoy your work. Typ- to try to keep going as long as pos- Torch and various other publish- vaccines are only the latest example. ically, the physical and mental sible. ing imprints; a national columnist A private investigative group recently reported that 65% of the mis- aspects of your work endeavors When you enjoy something, – American Issues and Common information about the vaccines is attributable to just 12 individuals. The aren’t as difficult because of your eventually you’ll make money Sense opinions, analysis, stories reason for that is simple: Thanks to the algorithms of social media plat- attitude toward your labor. What from it because you are stimulated and features appear each week forms, the statements of these 12 persons literally can go viral (no pun would be difficult for someone else to keep working and improving. In over 500 newspapers, websites intended) along the misinformation electronic superhighway. is easier for you because you enjoy A married couple has worked and blogs across the United States. the work. To put it another way, the old adage often used by Winston Churchill, A surgeon spends many years in “A lie gets halfway around the world before the truth has a chance to get college, medical school and some- Myles’ Musings its pants on,” today is an understatement. times more than one residency. When President Joe Biden, speaking off-the-cuff in response to a Many people are not cut out to By Myles Striar reporter’s question last week, suggested that the lies about vaccines on spend this much of their lives in social media platforms are killing Americans, he was not wrong. Making Up for Lost Time Yes, the problem of vaccine misinformation is bigger than social media Last year I had to skip the Cape companies, but they unquestionably are responsible for spreading more misinformation to ordinary Americans about the vaccines than any other And everywhere else it seemed, source. Our country is divided enough without the amplification of lies and SEND US YOUR But this year I got to make my escape, misinformation that is being spread on the internet by social media. The NEWS And it was everything I had dreamed. virus, thanks to the Delta variant, tragically is spreading like wildfire The Times encourages residents across the country -- and the social media platforms, which make billions to submit engagement, wedding of dollars thanks to their algorithms, are throwing gasoline on the flames. and birth announcements, news releases, business and education THE BEACON HILL TIMES CONGRATULATIONS, briefs, sports stories and photos RACHAEL ROLLINS for publication. Items should be President/Editor: Stephen Quigley forwarded to our offices at 385 Marketing Director: Debra DiGregorio The announcement this week that President Joe Biden has nominated Broadway, Revere, MA 02151. Suffolk County District Attorney Rachael Rollins to be the next United ([email protected]) States Attorney for Massachusetts is welcome news for those who believe Items can also be faxed to 781- Art Director: Scott Yates that our criminal justice system at all levels of government is poorly serv- 485-1403. We also encourage Founding Publisher: Karen Cord Taylor ing our nation. readers to e-mail news releases Beyond the achievement of becoming the first Black woman to serve and photos to in that post, Rachael Rollins will bring a perspective of racial, social, and © 2007 Independent Newspaper Group economic justice that has been lacking in the office of the U.S. Attorney. [email protected]. We applaud President Biden’s nomination of Ms. Rollins to this high Phone: 617-523-9490 • Fax: 781-485-1403 post. We join with all of our fellow Massachusetts residents in offering our congratulations not only to Ms. Rollins personally, but also in her Email: [email protected] capacity as a trailblazer for Black women and others who for too long Web Site: www.beaconhilltimes.com have been underrepresented in important offices such as this. July 29, 2021 THE BEACON HILL TIMES PAGE 3

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ments under the storefront on the request to restore and reinstall a City employees deserve our gratitude and respect original garage, which had a gran- historic Boston Edison light fixture ite veneer applied to granite in the on the building. By John Barros lost 1,400 lives, thousands of jobs, moved to the private sector, mak- and hundreds of small businesses. ing more money working fewer 1980s, as opposed to the two bays The subcommittee and staff Public service is a calling, a pas- Employees worked through emo- hours and with less stress. Many in the building’s addition, which asked the redevelopment team for have the original masonry. mockups for the treatments of the sion for serving your neighbors, tional and mental stress while jug- spoke of an environment inside and a drive to create a better com- David Hacin, founding princi- storefront; a concrete pad at the gling childcare, at-home learning, City Hall where they felt they were pal and creative director of Hacin entrance to the covered passage; munity now and for future gener- and family responsibilities. These not part of the team anymore. + Associates, who said they had and the roof structures. They also ations. Almost all of the 18,000 same people worked around the So, I want to address City gone to “great pains” to keep the asked that the redevelopment team women and men who work for clock to permit outdoor dining, employees who are still there. I see rhythm of the storefronts consis- consider not installing lighting on the City of Boston share these val- distribute food and relief grants, you. I know and appreciate you. tent, proposed preserving the con- the facades of the stores, as well ues. Teachers, public works hok- and help keep residents as safe I know how much you sacrificed crete and then removing the veneer as modifying proposed contempo- ies, park designers, public safety as possible. In those 15 months, I throughout the pandemic, and from the granite, replacing it with rary signage at the entrance. officials, planners, tellers, parking saw the true character of our city’s I am proud of the work we did “probably slaps of a polished con- Meanwhile, the subcommittee enforcement attendants, schedul- workforce. together. I ask you to stay in place crete-like material that will be a made no determination on the ers, building inspectors, and more I had conversations with many if you can, for the good of the city. little more durable but less like the Charles Street Garage application, -- they love their city and take anxious employees before leaving. If I am able to earn the honor of granite.” and will instead defer the matter to Hacin also agreed “conceptual- the full commission, along with its pride in their work. While some I told them to continue work- being your next Mayor, I pledge ly” to Commissioner McNamara’s recommmendations. distrust government and think the ing hard and delay any decisions to listen and explore options for worst of public employees, I know until the long-term trajectory of increased flexibility and childcare how hard they work, what they the City, under the leadership of a resources. I pledge to invest in the are up against, and that many of duly elected mayor, became clear- technology and tools you need BEACON HILL BEAT them are underpaid, overworked, er. Four months later, hundreds of to do your jobs successfully. And and unappreciated. people have left and are leaving I promise to invest in your well From Boston Police Area A-1 When I left City Hall in March, City Hall – a drain of talent and being, professional development, COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICE: 617-343-4627 I worried that I was leaving my institutional knowledge that will and your family’s future. Lastly, I DRUG UNIT: 617-343-4879 • EMERGENCIES: 911 colleagues just as they would be have a grim impact on city ser- pledge to work with you to unify starting to struggle through a vices. Some were nervous about the workforce, the city, and move Shoplifting Larceny 7/22/21 - Officers reponed to 7/23/21- Officers took a report transition with an interim mayor, what was coming, and sought us all forward to Boston’s full CVS Pharmacy at 155 Charles St. of a stolen bicycle from the base- against the backdrop of an elec- security in an environment where potential. for a shoplifting report. ment of an apartment on Grove tion. All after a 15-month period they wouldn’t be subject to polit- By John Barros is a candidate Police spoke with the store Street. in which City employees contin- ical whim. Some subscribe to the for Mayor of Boston and former clerk, who stated that a man in The victim stated that the ued working and serving residents old wisdom that it’s easier to find Chief of Economic Development his 50s entered the store with an courtyard door was wide open during a pandemic in which we a job when you have a job. Some for the City of Boston. empty shopping bag, but as the when he realized his bike had been suspect was leaving the store, the stolen. The victim also stated that clerk noticed the suspect’s bag was he could see his bike’s tire marks Griffin (from pg. 1) full of items. trailing down the street due to the The suspect was gone prior wet weather. Area A-1 detectives neighborhoods to meet people and learn about city government and she is also hoping to take a walk- to the arrival of police, but area were investigating the matter. understand more about them.” processes,” she said. through of the Fenway this week. detectives were investigating the Griffin, who previously spent So far, most of the events Grif- “I hope to really be a matter. her summers working at the Leahy fin has been hand on for have helpful intermediary to make res- Holloran Community Center in taken place virtually, although on idents lives easier in dealing with Dorchester and also interned at July 21, she visited the Beacon different issues with the city, and the Massachusetts State House Hill Civic Association’s office for also to bring information to them as a Ward Fellow, now hopes to an introductory meeting with that about different services they can connect with as many people as group’s executive director, Patricia access [through the city],” said she can in the neighborhoods she Tully. Griffin. “I’m really looking for- covers on behalf of the city. Griffin was also in attendance ward to meeting a lot of people, “I think it’s really exciting for a virtual meeting of the Com- especially people who work within to learn about these neighbor- munity Alliance of Mission Hill on and for their communities and are hoods…and to be able to meet July 21 and had a walk-through really passionate about them.” Why have some communities not so many people and help them in of that neighborhood scheduled way I can, and at the same time, for the following day. She said been a part of medical research? You can help researchers develop new and better treatments that benefit all of us. SERVICE DIRECTORY Many groups of people have been left out of research in the past. That means we know less about their health. When you join the All of Us Research Program, you'll help researchers learn more about JOHN J. RECCA what makes people sick or keeps them healthy. 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Clients also may access the town, and the North End during tives Dan Hunt, Ed Coppinger, and ON ‘ETIQUETTE North End Pantry at our offices on his time in office, announced his Dan Ryan, City Councilor Frank OF THE BRAHMIN 1 Michelangelo St. endorsement on Friday of Erin Baker, Register of Deeds Stephen J. If you or someone you know Murphy for an At-Large City Murphy, the Massachusetts Nurs- SUMMER’ would like to make an appoint- Councilor seat, saying that Erin es Association, Boston Firefighters The Gibson House Museum ment, call the office at 617-523- embodied the same spirit of public Local 718, Laborers Local 223, presents a return engagement of 8125. service he brought to his career. the Massachusetts Women’s Politi- the virtual program, “Etiquette of “Erin is not only the type of cal Caucus, and Boston EMS. the Brahmin Summer,” with Eti- HIDDEN GARDEN quetteer Robert B. Dimmick, on public servant our city needs, she’s COURTESY PHOTO A lifelong Dorchester resident, OF BEACON HILL the type of person we need more Former Boston City Council Vice Erin has centered her campaign Tuesday, Aug. 17, from 6 to 7 p.m. TOUR RETURNS of,” said LaMattina, who served President Sal LaMattina and Erin around being Boston’s go-to call at Before air conditioning, Brah- VIRTUALLY on the Council from 2006 until Murphy. City Hall. min (wealthy Boston) families The Beacon Hill Garden Club’s 2017. “She understands that Bos- Erin’s vision for Boston and her retreated for the summer season to Hidden Gardens of Beacon Hill ton’s strength lies in our neighbor- campaign are built on her core homes on the New England coast. Tour is now being held virtually. hoods, all of them. And she knows Crossroads Family Shelter in East beliefs: Join Robert B. Dimmick, Etiquet- Tickets are now available at that the best way to move Boston Boston, then joined the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services • Thriving, best-in-class public teer, for an entertaining look at the the Beacon Hill Garden Club’s forward is for all of us to pull schools for every student in every rituals, pastimes, and domesticity together. I can’t imagine a better as the Neighborhood Liaison to website at beaconhillgardenclub. neighborhood of the Gibson family and other addition to the Council to repre- the North End and East Boston. org for $25 each, or you can buy • A friendlier city for seniors, Yankees. The program will include sent all of our neighborhoods. Then he went to work on the City a ticket and one of the Garden with a more compassionate policy images from the Gibson House A lifelong resident of East Bos- of Boston Central Artery Team, Club’s books for $45. focus and Gibson family archives. ton and Chair of the Ward 1 Dem- helping mitigate construction • Stronger outreach to veterans, Admission is $10 for museum ocratic Committee, LaMattina impacts to Boston residents and IMAGINE VAN out of respect for their service and served in the administrations of businesses. members, or $12 for non-mem- GOGH COMING both Mayor Raymond L. Flynn He served as Director of Opera- supporting their needs bers. DEC. 21 TO SOWA and Mayor Thomas M. Meni- tions in the Boston Transportation • Safer streets and policing Visit www.thegibsonhouse.org POWER STATION across the City, prioritizing com- for more information. no before winning election to the Department until winning election “Imagine Van Gogh,” more munity policing Council in 2006. to the Council in 2006. He is a than 200 of the Dutch artist’s • All hands-on-deck to pull us FOOD PANTRY AT “I’m honored by Councilor member of the East Boston Proj- paintings, is making its debut in ect Advisory Committee and is the out of the pandemic, particularly LaMattina’s endorsement,” Erin WEST END BRANCH Boston on Dec. 21 at the SoWa Founder of Eastie Pride Day. our most vulnerable said. “There’s no one who knows LIBRARY REOPENS Power Station. “Erin has already spent her life • Reducing income inequality city government better than he The ABCD North End/West The exhibition is a contactless in service,” Councilor LaMattina by promoting good jobs for all does and his confidence in me is End Neighborhood Service Cen- experience spanning over 24,000 said. “She taught in the Boston Bostonians a great feeling. When he stepped ter (NE/WE NSC) has reopened square feet, with a limited number Public Schools for 22 years and Erin and Councillor LaMattina down from the Council, Council- its food pantry at the West End of guests allowed in on a timed-en- she raised her kids in the city as a plan to campaign and hold events or LaMattina made the point that Branch of the Boston Public try basis, and it will adhere to all he had been available 24/7 for his single mother. Adding her voice to together prior to the Sept. 14th Library, with starting hours of safety guidelines established by the entire 30 years working for Bos- the Council would be an asset for primary, when Boston voters can Mondays and Wednesdays from Commonwealth. ton. That’s a tremendous commit- all Bostonians, in every neighbor- select four candidates to fill the 11:30 a.m. to 1:30p.m. Tickets start at $33.99 (plus ment and an inspiring model, and hood.” four At-Large seats on the Bos- The organization is additional- service charges and fees) and are that’s the type of At-Large City Erin’s campaign has been gath- ton City Council. And Erin will ly continuing food bag deliveries on sale now. For more informa- Councilor I will be.” ering steam this summer, with a continue campaigning across the From 1985 until 1987, Coun- string of high-profile endorsements city as she works to Bring Boston to North End and West End build- tion, visit www.imagine-vangogh. cilor LaMattina worked at the and a surge in grassroots support Back. Together. ings for clients who are home- com.

Rollins (from pg. 1) THINK OF IT AS AN on the matter. “Confirming U.S. ney Rachael Rollins is incredi- lence—prioritizing racial justice, 2011 to 2013 and contempora- Attorneys as the chief federal law bly humbled by the great honor decarceration, and reimagining neously to the Massachusetts Bay OWNER’S MANUAL enforcement officers in their dis- of being nominated by President public safety in Massachusetts. Transportation Authority from FOR YOUR MONEY. trict is important for these efforts.” Biden to be U.S. Attorney for “She has been a true partner in 2012 to 2013. Ms. Rollins was an Rollins would be the first Black the District of Massachusetts,” our collective work to fulfill the Assistant United States Attorney woman to be the Massachusetts read the statement. “She remains promise of justice for all, and she is for the District of Massachusetts U.S. Attorney. focused on doing the hard work an excellent choice to serve as next from 2007 to 2011. From 2002 “These individuals—many of of keeping the residents of Suffolk U.S. Attorney for Massachusetts. I to 2006, Rollins was an attor- whom are historic firsts—were County safe.” applaud President Biden for nom- ney at Bingham McCutchen LLP, chosen for their devotion to enforc- Congresswoman Ayanna Press- inating D.A. Rollins to this role,” and from 1999 to 2002, she was ing the law, their professionalism, ley said Rollins has a track record she continued. a Field Attorney for the National their experience and credentials in of transforming the legal system, Rollins was elected District Labor Relations Board. Rollins this field, their dedication to pur- and is a great choice for U.S. Attorney for Suffolk County, Mas- began her legal career as a clerk to The free Consumer Action suing equal justice for all, and their Attorney. sachusetts in 2018. She grew up Judge Frederick Brown of the Mas- commitment to the independence “Congratulations to my sister in Cambridge and lived in Med- sachusetts Appeals Court from Handbook. It’s in print and of the Department of Justice,” the in service, D.A. Rachael Rollins, ford until she was elected District 1997 to 1998. Rollins received her online at ConsumerAction.gov. release stated further. on her historic nomination,” said Attorney, living in Roxbury since LL.M. in labor and employment Order your free copy online In a short statement on Monday Pressley. “Throughout her time taking office. Rollins served as the law from Georgetown University night, Rollins said she was hum- in office, she has fought tirelessly Chief Legal Counsel to the Massa- Law Center in 1999, her J.D. from at ConsumerAction.gov or bled to have received the nomina- to transform our legal system and chusetts Port Authority from 2013 Northeastern University School of write to Handbook, Pueblo, tion, which had been hinted at or address the hurt and harm inflicted to 2015, and as the General Coun- Law in 1997, and her B.A. from CO 81009. postulated about since last fall. on Black and brown communities sel to the Massachusetts Depart- the University of Massachusetts, “Suffolk County District Attor- through generations of policy vio- ment of Transportation from Amherst in 1994. D. MURPHY PHOTOS

July 29, 2021 THE BEACON HILL TIMES PAGE 5 BLUEBIKES TURN 10

Story and photos by Dan Murphy bikes program is helping to reverse in CO2 emissions. this trend, she added, as well as to Bluebikes also set a single-day Acting Mayor Kim Janey joined address climate change in the city, record of 15,335 trips on Saturday, representatives from the other especially during the pandemic July 24. “core” original Bluebikes com- when many commuters opted to Somerville’s Mayor Joseph Cur- munities, including Brookline, bike instead of using the T. tatone, who extended his gratitude Cambridge, and Somerville, to To mark the milestone first to Chris Osgood, now Mayor celebrate the bike-share program’s decade of the Bluebikes program, Janey’s Chief of Staff and formerly 10th anniversary on Monday, July Janey unveiled a special commem- the city’s Chief of Streets, Trans- 25, during a ceremony outside the orative “unicorn” bike painted by portation, and Sanitation, as well Copley Square Branch of the Bos- youth from the nonprofit, Artists as Nicole Freedman, Boston’s one- ton Public Library. for Humanity, who were on hand time bike czar (both of whom were In her remarks, Janey described for the occasion.. in attendance), evoked the words how the Bluebikes program (orig- Kathy Klingler, the Chief Con- of former Boston Mayor Thomas inally called Hubway), which she sumer Experience and Marketing Menino upon launching the bike- described as a “vital network for Officer for Blue Cross Blue Shield share system a decade ago when he all of Boston, had started with just of Massachusetts, the “title spon- said. “the car is no longer king in 600 bikes and expanded to cur- sor” for the bike-share program Boston” rently comprise 4,000 bikes. since 2018 (when it was renamed As for the future of Bluebikes, While Boston has distinguished “Bluebikes”), said it started off Curtatone underscored the neces- itself as a city of champions in serving four municipalities before sity of keeping the program pub- respect to its pro sports teams, expanding to 11 today. Bluebikes licly owned, as well as for replac- among other achievements, said has served 12 million bicyclists ing equipment before its lifespan Janey, the city has also earned the since its inception, she added, who expires and keeping the program dubious first in the nation for traf- have ridden a total of 25 million affordable. fic and congestion. But the Blue- miles while offsetting 13.5 pounds Acting Mayor Kim Janey and Chris Dempsey, who chairs Brookline’s Transportation Board.

Youth from Artists for Humanity who painted the bike for the Bluebikes Acting Mayor Kim Janey at the podium flanked by other officials. program’s 10th anniversary.

Elected officials and others docking their bikes during Monday’s event marking the 10th anniversary of the Bluebikes program outside of the Copley Branch of the Boston Public Library. PAGE 6 THE BEACON HILL TIMES July 29, 2021

ESPLANADE ASSOCIATION HOLDS 10TH ANNUAL SUMMER DOCK PARTY

Photos and story By Marianne Salza tion, enhancement, and mainte- nance of the Charles River park- The Esplanade Association lands, as well as its free summer (EA) celebrated its 10th Annual programming for the community. Summer Dock Party on July 22 at Visit www.Esplanade.org to learn Community Boating, Inc., with a more about volunteer opportuni- barbecued dinner and drinks on ties, view a map of the Esplanade, the docks. Guests gathered to raise and donate to the non-profit orga- funds in support of EA’s revitaliza- nization.

Leslie Reitz and Chris McDonnell. Annie Lederer, Jay Johnston, and Apurva Aslekar, Beacon Hill residents.

Lindsey Farrell, Colleen O’Hara, Marisa Roman, and Samantha Soukamneuth.

Sarah Hidley, Matt Lincoln, Melissa Higgins, Teja Jonnalagadda, and Susan Busch.

Janine Jay, Kayla Linn, Amy Tannenbaum, and Meredith Braunstein.

Ian Black, Abby Sassaman, Courtney Studwell, Jon Ross, Victoria Suslovitch, Connor Ertz, Jimmy Butler, and Kate Dilworth. July 29, 2021 THE BEACON HILL TIMES PAGE 7

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Enter the red doors at 10½ Beacon Street Mon-Thurs 9 to 8—Fri-Sat 9 to 5 (617) 720-7604 | bostonathenaeum.org PAGE 8 THE BEACON HILL TIMES July 29, 2021 Second seaplane company to begin operations in the Boston Harbor

By John Lynds approval to take off and land Scheduled Operations, called the just off the Hyatt Boston Harbor flights a ‘game changer’ for trav- A second seaplane company Hotel. ellers between Boston and New operating off Logan Airport will Costing $395 per ticket for a York. begin shuttling customers from one way trip to Manhattan, Tail- While he added, ‘no one else is Boston to New York City on wind will shuttle passengers from doing this’ that statement is a little August 3. the South Boston waterfront to the misleading. Tailwind Air recently received seaplane for the 75-minute flight Tailwind’s rival, Cape Air, Federal Aviation Administration to a dock off East 23rd in Man- began testing seaplanes between (FAA) and U.S. Coast Guard hattan. The company plans to run the Harbor and New York back in three flights per day during the 2016 after receiving FAA approval week down to New York. to land seaplanes in pretty much Buy • Consign • enjoy “By offering nonstop, weekday the same spot as Tailwind. flights at peak hours to and from During Cape Air’s trial runs the Manhattan and Boston Harbor, seaplanes took off heading North BOSTON we present exclusive time savings West and would bank left over CONSIGNMENT over all other modes of trans- Beacon Hill and the Charles River. portation, at a reasonable price Some in the neighborhood report- Furnishings From The FinesT homes One of Tailwind Air’s seaplanes landing in the Boston Harbor. premium,” CEO and Founder of ed an increase and noise during the Tailwind will begin shuttling passengers between Boston and New York Tailwind Air, Alan Ram, explains. trail runs by the air carrier. on August 3. (Photo courtesy of Tailwind Air.) Bostonconsigns.com “Our service combines the acces- While Tailwind may be the sibility of the train with the speed first to begin flying a regular route 978-969-1115 of a flight.” between the two cities, Cape Air’s Westchester, New York and anoth- [email protected] idents when Cape Air was seeking Peter Manice, Director of plan to fly from Boston to New community support for their sea er in Bridgeport, Connecticut and York is still on the horizon and base. Some feared allowing Cape have been operating seaplanes soon there will be two seaplane Air to land seaplanes in the Har- in and out of New York City for The finest quality operators landing in the harbor. bor would open a floodgate for about seven years. silver heirloom frames. There was some confusion over other seaplane carriers to start Like Cape Air, Tailwind will be Tailwind’s plans because Cape Air using the landing area. However, using the Cessna Caravan for sea- —Made in America Senior Vice President Andrew Bon- Ram said at a community meeting plane operation to and from New ney repeatedly told local residents that while he couldn’t speak for York. at numerous meetings the takeoff Bonney or Cape Air, having one “This new route is break- and landing area in the waters off seaplane company monopolize a ing barriers,” said Ram. “We Logan would be restricted by the landing area in the Harbor would are grateful for the tremendous FAA to only Cape Air operations. never have been considered by the local support in Boston we have Bonney called this landing area FAA. Ram added that it would received and aim to be good neigh- a “private, restricted sea base” be anti-competitive for the FAA bors and an important addition .999 fine silver. and the residents wouldn’t have to to award a monopoly to the first to Boston’s economic boom. We worry about other carriers using company that came through the eliminate the time needed to travel the area. door. to airport terminals, long security According to experts in the A look into FAA approvals for lines, check-in, board, and await airline industry while Cape Air’s the water landing area shows Tail- the flight’s turn on the runway. We sliver in the harbor is restricted the wind, as well as Cape Air, were are honored to be welcomed into FAA approved Tailwind’s sea base both granted the right to use the the Boston community as well as The best of the best! adjacent to Cape Air’s. harbor for seaplane operations. see continued support from Man- This was the worry among res- Tailwinds has two bases, one in hattan.” SCAVENGER HUNT AT UPSTAIRS DOWNSTAIRS Never a dull moment at Upstairs Duffield had from time to time “We always have fun at Downstairs at 69 Charles St. appeared on television - Laura on Upstairs Downstairs Home and At 1 p.m. on Friday, the store WCVB-TV, and Mark on WGBH. what a treat to have these five was invaded by five happy enthusi- Both agreed to masquerade as wonderful people from Voyage astic individuals, who upon enter- celebrities for the cause and join in Advisors to share ‘their fun’ with ing, scurried about Upstairs and the fun. A great experience for all. us,” said Cousineau. Downstairs investigating every square inch of it. Finally, one of the individuals yelled, “I found one!” She had found a porcelain cat. It turned out these folks were from Voyage Advisors Consulting and were on a scavenger hunt as part of a team-building exercise. Their assignment was to find and photograph a cat in a store. Dave Poutré fine Framing One member explained you can find anything at Upstairs Down- Tuesday-Saturday 10am-6pm stairs and so it was...they did. 82 Charles Street • Boston, MA 02114 Another assignment, if possible, was to find a celebrity who had COURTESY PHOTO 617.723.7263 Pictured, left to right, are Upstairs Downstairs’ Laura Cousineau, and [email protected] www.davepoutrefineframing.com been on television. Although not claiming to be celebrities, Owner Mark Duffield, with Voyage Advisory’s Jourdan Gore, Tom Campbell, Laura Cousineau and Mark Traci Stanek, and Rob Calvey. July 29, 2021 THE BEACON HILL TIMES PAGE 9

Councilor Baker endorses Jon Spillane CONSTRUCTION UPDATE for Boston City Council At-Large North Washington Street Bridge construction City Councilor Frank Baker ing Boston’s opioid crisis and relat- (District 3) has announced his ed issues of homelessness and sub- look-ahead through August 7 endorsement of Jon Spillane for stance use disorders for decades, This is a brief overview of con- •Installing permanent fender TRAVEL TIPS Boston City Council At-Large. and I am ready to partner with him struction operations and impacts piles and temporary bent The sidewalk over the tempo- “As someone who has been to ensure that the next City Coun- for the North Washington Street WORK HOURS rary bridge and the Lovejoy Wharf acutely focused on delivering ser- cil provides treatment and housing Bridge Replacement Project. •Most work will be done during stairs near Converse are open. vices to unhoused Bostonians and to all of our neighbors in need.” MassDOT will provide additional the daytime (6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.) those dealing with substance use The Boston Harborwalk under With Councilor Baker’s endorse- notices as needed for high-impact WORK THAT HAS the bridge and eastern/harborside disorders, I am proud to endorse ment, Jon Spillane becomes one work and changes to traffic con- BEEN COMPLETED Jon Spillane for Boston City Coun- bridge sidewalk remain closed of just two At-Large Boston City figurations beyond those described Prior to 7/25 until rebuilt. cil due to his experience creating Council candidates to earn the below. •Pier 3: V-arms concrete place- affordable housing and leading The Tudor Wharf Walkway support of more than one sitting DESCRIPTION OF SCHED- ments budget and constituent service (under the bridge next to the City Councilor. Last week, Jon ULED WORK DCR RECREATIONAL initiatives at the City Council,” water in Paul Revere Park) will announced endorsements from Building the piers: ADVISORY Councilor Baker said. “Jon sup- be intermittently closed for safety Councilor Kenzie Bok, Represen- •Pier 1 (closest to the North •New Charles River Dam ports re-opening Long Island, uti- during construction operations, tative Jay Livingstone, and Senator End): Hammer Head V-Pier form- Pedestrian Walkway: On Monday, lizing the Shattuck Hospital, and work 7/26, starting at 6:00 a.m. until with access provided via the Water building bridges with our state Joe Boncore. •Pier 2: V-Arms formwork Wednesday, 7/28 at 4:00 p.m., Street underpass. and federal government are crucial In addition to the crowded •Pier 4: Remove cofferdam the Department of Conservation Drivers should take care to pay tools in our efforts to house our Mayoral election, five of the Bos- sheet and concrete pour and Recreation (DCR) will imple- attention to all signage and move neighbors and deliver supportive ton City Council’s thirteen mem- •Pier 5 (closest to Charlestown): ment a closure of the New Charles carefully through the work zone. services. Jon will be ready on day bers are not running for re-elec- Remove cofferdam sheet and con- River Dam Pedestrian Walkway in Police details, lane markings, tem- one to generate real solutions to tion, leaving three district council crete pour the City of Boston to accommo- porary barriers, traffic cones, sig- the greatest issues facing our City seats and two At-Large seats open. •Installing, moving, and main- date facility maintenance work. nage, and other tools will be used at this critical moment.” The next Council will not only taining silt curtains and barges in Pedestrian patterns will be clearly to control traffic and create safe “I am honored to earn Council- play a major role in the COVID-19 the water marked. work zones. or Baker’s endorsement,” Jon Spill- recovery, but will also be in charge ane said. “Councilor Baker has of re-drawing council district lines been on the front-line of address- based on the 2020 census results. COVID cases spike 115 percent in the area Citywide, the weekly posi- dents--roughly a 1 percent increase LOCAL STUDENTS By John Lynds tive test rate increased nearly 50 from the 638.8 cases per 10,000 EARN ACADEMIC HONORS For a third week in a row percent. According to the BPHC residents reported on July 16. Beacon Hill, North End, Back 13,702 residents were tested and Thirty-four additional residents SHEA AWARDED of strong academic programs with Bay, West End and Downtown’s 2.2 percent were COVID posi- have been infected with the virus DEGREE FROM faculty who love to teachand the COVID cases have spiked most tive--this was a 47 percent increase between July 16 and July 23 and personal attention ordinarily likely due to the Delta variant from the 1.5 percent reported by the total number of cases in the MIAMI UNIVERSITY found only at much smaller insti- infecting unvaccinated and vacci- the BPHC two weeks ago. area increased to 3,594 cases over- Timothy Shea of the West End tutions. nated people alike. The BPHC urged all City of all since the pandemic began. was among more than 4,000 stu- Earlier this month a COVID Boston residents who have trav- The statistics released by dents from Miami University who LOCAL STUDENTS outbreak occurred in Province- eled to Provincetown since July 1 the BPHC as part of its weekly received degrees during the in-per- town with the Delta variant of to get tested for COVID-19 at least COVID19 report breaks down son spring commencement May RECEIVE BACHELOR’S the virus being confirmed among 5 days after returning, regardless the number of cases and infection 14-16, 2021 DEGREES FROM the cluster. The BPHC released an of vaccination status or symp- rates in each neighborhood. It also Shea graduated with a Bachelor UMASS AMHERST toms. The BPHC also said resi- breaks down the number of cases of Arts degree, majoring in Histo- advisory on July 20 with new guid- Approximately 5,500 students dents should self-isolate and avoid by age, gender and race. ry. ance to all residents of Boston who received bachelor’s degrees in over groups or gatherings for at least 5 Citywide positive cases of coro- The most recent complete can- traveled to Provincetown during 100 majors at the University of July until further notice. As of July days until a negative COVID-19 navirus increased 0.6 percent since didates for graduation lists are Massachusetts Amherst’s Under- always available for downloading 19, 2021, at least 35 COVID-19 test, regardless of vaccination sta- July 16 and went from 71,399 graduate Commencement on May cases in Boston residents have been tus. cases to 71,914 confirmed cases in at commencement, dean’s and 14, 2021 at the McGuirk Alumni traced back to this cluster and the The BPHC data released last a week. Three additional Boston president’s lists. Stadium. overwhelming majority of those Friday showed Beacon Hill, North residents died from the virus in the Nationally recognized as one of Below is a list of students from have been fully vaccinated. End, Back Bay, West End and past two weeks and there are now the most outstanding undergrad- your area who earned a degree. uate institutions, Miami Univer- According to the weekly report Downtown had an infection rate 1,39 total deaths in the city from West End of 644.9 cases per 10,000 resi- COVID. sity is a public university located Si Hua Cai released last Friday released by the in Oxford, Ohio. With a student Daniel Chambers Boston Public Health Commission body of nearly 19,000, Miami Kimberly To (BPHC), 1,416 Beacon Hill, North effectively combines a wide range Ariana Idalis Vazquez End, Back Bay, West End and Downtown residents were tested and 2.8 percent were positive. This ADRENALINE was a 115 percent increase from RUSH! WantWant Neighborhood Neighborhood NewsNews the 1.3 percent of residents that delivereddelivered right right to to your your hands?hands? tested positive on July 16. You’ll also get career training Overall since the pandemic and money for college. If you’re started 56,326Beacon Hill, North ready for the excitement, join End, Back Bay, West End and the Army National Guard today. Downtown residents have been SubscribeSubscribe to to TheThe BeaconBeacon Hill Time’s tested for COVID-19 and the data NewsletterNewsletter and and nevernever missmiss a thing! shows that 6.4 percent of those 1-800-GO-GUARD • www.1-800-GO-GUARD.com tested were COVID positive. This Visit thebeaconhilltimes.com or scan the QR Code was the same percentage reported Visit thebeaconhilltimes.com or scan the QR Code by the BPHC on July 16. PAGE 10 THE BEACON HILL TIMES July 29, 2021

Old North Church and Historic Site restore windows OBITUARIES The Old North Church and $500,000 in revenue that supports tour of the crypt for an addition- Historic Site restored the windows the preservation of the Old North al $5. For more information or to of the early 20th century St. Fran- Church & Historic Site and edu- purchase tickets in advance, visit: William G. Hayward, Jr. cis Chapel, which houses the Old cational programs year-round,” www.oldnorth.com. North Gift Shop, with funding said Executive Director Nikki About The Old North Founda- July 21, 1942 – July 16, 2021 from The George B. Henderson Stewart. “The George B. Hender- tion of Boston / Old North Church Foundation. son Foundation’s grant allowed us and Historic Site William G. Hayward, Jr., 78, The St. Francis Chapel has an to complete much-needed repairs Established in 1991, The Old a long-time Beacon Hill resident, unexpected story to tell at the Old that, in addition to preserving this North Foundation of Boston is a died peacefully on July 16 in the North Church & Historic Site significant building, improve air 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization company of his wife, Anne and about the immigrant community circulation, which is very import- that is responsible for historic daughter, Katie after a brief illness. in the North End. The Reverend ant to our COVID-impacted oper- site operations and interpretative, Bill was born at Massachu- William H. Dewart, rector of Old ations.” educational, and preservation setts General Hospital, grew up in North Church beginning in 1914, The George B. Henderson programs at the iconic Old North Milton and was a proud member recognized the necessity of an Ital- Foundation awards grants for Church and Historic Site. A secu- of the first graduating class from ian Mission, ministering to the projects focused on the enhance- lar organization that is indepen- Catholic Memorial High School, needs of the thousands of Protes- ment of the appearance and pres- dent of Christ Church in the City West Roxbury. He continued his tant Italian immigrants living in ervation of outdoor elements in education at Boston College, grad- of Boston, Old North Church the neighborhood around the Old the city of Boston. Through past uating in the class of 1965, and welcomes approximately 150,000 North Church. These immigrants grants, the Foundation has sup- has maintained numerous deep visitors annually while oversee- were Waldensians, descended ported capital projects such as the BC friendships and ties through- ing the use and preservation of from a medieval Christian sect restoration of historic buildings, out the years. an enduring symbol of American named for founder Peter Waldo the creation of new public sculp- It being the Vietnam War era, hue Institute of the University of (1140-1217). Waldo had called for tures and gardens, restoration of independence. The Foundation Bill enlisted in the United States Massachusetts and was appoint- a return to a stricter and simpler historic monuments, and other serves a wide audience by creating Marine Corps and served an ed by Governor Charlie Baker to form of Christianity, which put projects that enhance the quali- meaningful experiences through active tour of duty outside Da the Massachusetts Department him at odds with the established ty of life and sense of place while educational outreach, site-specif- Nang. He returned to Vietnam of Labor Relations Advisory Catholic Church. As a result, demonstrating design excellence. ic programming, and historical a few years ago and was warmly Board. Bill retired from the prac- Waldo and Waldensians faced The preservation work was com- analysis. Old North Church works welcomed, which helped him to tice of law a few years ago, but persecution, and within centuries, pleted by Westmill Preservation of collaboratively with the City of reconcile with the time he spent continued to maintain his interests the sect had almost disappeared. Halifax, MA. Boston, the U.S National Park in service to his country. While in in his field and relationships with Remaining Waldensians found a This summer, visitors can Service, the Freedom Trail Foun- Vietnam he was most proud of his his colleagues. new home as part of the Protestant explore Old North Church & His- dation, and other non-profits to role as a volunteer English teacher Bill was a committed husband community in Europe after the toric Site at a reduced admission foster educational and interpretive to young Vietnamese students. and father and was most proud of Reformation, and Waldensian Ital- price of $5 per person. Patrons can programs for students and visitors Upon returning from Viet- his daughter, Katie, also an alumna ians were among those who found walk through box pews, admire while engaging the public in Old nam, Bill earned his J.D. from of Boston College and BC Grad- a new home in the North End. the 17th century angels flank- North Church’s history and its role New England School of Law uate School of Social Work. He “Today, the St. Francis Chap- ing the church’s 1759 organ, and in inspiring liberty and freedom. and began his legal career as an shared his love of Boston College el is home to the Old North Gift engage with the staff Educators. For more information, visit: www. Assistant District Attorney under football with his family and many Shop, which brings in nearly Visitors can also take a guided oldnorth.com. William O’Malley in Plymouth of his friends, as well as his interest County. Bill ultimately gravitated in history and his love of Boston to the practice of labor law and and Cape Cod. He was active in neighborhood affairs on Beacon BHCA (from pg. 1) spent many years representing the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Hill, was well traveled, well read and well loved by many. ment and maintenance. Current as Labor Counsel at the Office of A Mass of Christian Burial will member organizations include Employee Relations, from which be celebrated at St. Joseph Catho- The Beacon Hill Civic Associ- he was appointed Commissioner lic Church, 68 Cardinal O’Connell ation, MGH, MEEI, Suffolk of Labor Relations by Governor Way, Boston on Thursday, July 29 University and other large scale Michael J. Dukakis in 1990. At the at 3 p.m. Relatives and friends are abutters to the street. By bringing Commission, Bill was responsible cordially invited. Burial, which will residential, institutional and com- for the enforcement of the Com- be private, will be at the National mercial viewpoints together, the monwealth’s public and private Cemetery at Bourne, with full mil- CSCDC provides an interactive sector collective bargaining laws. itary honors, at a later date. forum in which to address issues Upon the completion of his In lieu of flowers, Bill would affecting Cambridge Street. Mr. appointment as Commissioner, appreciate donations to St. Francis Ben Colburn is the president of Bill continued his legal career as House, 39 Boylston Street,Boston, this organization. an independent Arbitrator concen- trating on adjudicating labor and MA 02116. Arrangements made through Upcoming BHCA Meetings employee relations issues. He also Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Zoning & Licensing Commit- served on the faculty of the Dona- Avenue, East Milton, MA. tee -Wednesday, August 4, 7pm via Zoom Please call the office (617-227- 1922) for further details this meet- ing, and for information about OBITUARIES joining the BHCA. Effective Jan. 1, 2021 All obituaries and death notices For will be at a cost of $150.00 per paper. Advertising Includes photo.No word Limit. Please send to Rates, Call Among other important work, the Cambridge Street Community Development Corporation coordinates the funding for keeping the [email protected] 781-485-0588 median on Cambridge Street colorful. or call 781-485-0588 July 29, 2021 THE BEACON HILL TIMES PAGE 11

Real Estate Transfers Attention to Detail Photos and Text By Penny Cherubino BUYER 1 SELLER 1 ADDRESS PRICE BACK BAY THIS WEEK'S ANSWER Bau, David Dower, Yasuko 340 Beacon St #4 $1,850,000 MMAI LLC MJE 1214 LLC 220 Boylston St #1214 $1,320,000 Salek, Roni L Philbin, Ellen K 116 Commonwealth Ave #A $1,400,000 Soske Investment Prop LLC Rawn, William L 233 Commonwealth Ave #7 $955,000 Hawthorne, Kim Zheng, David 34 Commonwealth Ave #3 $1,300,000 Lau, Kevin Chu, Xiao L 390 Commonwealth Ave #301 $1,000,000 Brit Properties 1 LLC Todd, Susan 416 Marlborough St #504 $770,000

BEACON HILL Squilloni, Raffaella A Kjellman, Robert H 29 Cedar Lane Way #29 $875,000 Charles&Joy St Owner LLC Charles St Bay Fronts 105 Charles St $9,340,000 Charles&Joy St Owner LLC Charles St Bay Fronts 109 Charles St $9,340,000 Rurode, William Willis, Scott B 34-36 Grove St #1 $350,000 Ingpen, Cameron A Ross, Bronwyn E 2 Hawthorne Pl #14K $157,915 Charles&Joy St Owner LLC Cobb Hayes RT 2 Joy St $5,160,000 Ridge, Betsy Mundel, Samuel M 145 Pinckney St #134 $605,000 Nelson, John Fasoldt, Cordelia 100 Revere St $3,350,000

BAY VILLAGE/SOUTH END/KENMORE Cgged Boston LLC 110 Stuart 23F LJS LLC 110 Stuart St #23F $1,200,000 Gorman, Sarah E Besteni, Lisa 211 W Newton St #4 $775,000 Bauer, Selena Amouyal, Philippe 308 Columbus Ave #4 $1,320,000 Hetzel, Carrie A Evergreen Mountain LLC 21 Aberdeen St #B $312,000 Cohn, Sabrina Stefani, Brendan J 488-488A Columbus Ave #1 $1,108,500 The windows in the last clue are on 13-15 West Street built circa 1814- 1820. This was the site of the bookstore owned by noted educator, Sawyer, Matthew Pomfret, Scott D 552 Columbus Ave #6 $1,056,375 publisher, writer, and Transcendentalist, Elizabeth Palmer Peabody. The Boston Landmarks Commission wrote that her parlor was said to be Mcdonnell, Terence P Rideout, Nicole M 103 E Brookline St #1 $310,000 “the most influential intellectual center in Boston.” Today’s answer is Smirnova, Dina Park, Michael K 7 E Springfield St #2A $1,100,000 from a photo circa 1865-1914. Zhao, Yifan Zhang, Jessica 80-82 Fenwood Rd #606 $699,000 Do you have a favorite building or detail you would like featured? Send Okonow, Benjamin I Daynard, David J 28 Greenwich Park #3 $2,035,000 an email to [email protected] with your suggestion. Chahraban, John P Aleksa, David W 700 Harrison Ave #111 $422,500 Webster, Allison N Nuhn, Matthew G 3 Pelham Ter $2,350,000 THIS WEEK'S CLUE Li, David Robertson, Richard W 108 Peterborough St #3E $665,000 Jee FT 100 Riverway IRT 100 Riverway #3 $770,000 Armstrong, Barry G Onstott, Casey 201 Saint Botolph St #6 $1,150,000 Brown, Brad Kiernan, Bruce 28 W Cedar St #3 $1,700,000

WATERFRONT/DOWNTOWN Arden Oconnor RET Hessan, Diane S 2-1/2 Battery Wharf #2510 $3,030,000 Davis, Daniel R Marchand, Bradley K 357 Commercial St #802 $2,545,000 Davis, Daniel R Marchand, Bradley K 357 Commercial St #803 $2,545,000 Caruso, Dean Smith, Denver 53 Fulton St #4 $879,000 Eydani, Mohammad Goldman Sara S Est 151 Tremont St #18T $615,000 PAGE 12 THE BEACON HILL TIMES July 29, 2021