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82 WASHINGTON SQUARE EA - BUILDING JACKET 82 WASHINGTON S Q / } i 1 Nov. 292 1970 !v,r. ' John B. Powers Bldg. Inspector 1 Salem Green Salem'. Vass.` 01970. re : 82 'aashington .Sq. , E: , Salem, ;pass. Owner: Mrs. Viola Welch Bear P'Ir. Mowers : _ Thant: you for correcting the hazard on the outside front door of the above-described premises, in wiich you had present a State Inspector. The improved condition did not last long, and has ceased to exist; in that , the same hazardous condition has re-appeared again. iffhen one opens the front door from the stairs on the sidewalk, it will iiiiiediately close , giving a person absolutely::no time to keep it open, unless he or she jams , their wrist or hand. The only way one is given any leverage is if one opens the door and pusieslit all- the way to the hack (which is impossible ) if one has a bundle , or if t e� person does not possess super strength, slie could be thrown backward oiq the stairs. I should be only harpy to demonstrate this condition to you personally, if you would telephone ite , so that you could see how dangerous it is . This is not only my opinion, but that of many other people. Certainly all of us could not imagine such a condition. The occupants of this home are afraid to say anything. I have heard it is because their rent may be raised. (over) -2- Please ,please rectify this, as some- one could be permanently injured. Thgnk • you. E. M. Lucey 82 Washington' Sq. , E. Salem ,Mass. 01970 Telephone : 744-5405 ca cv a LU 2 LU00 J [O V J �LL O CD CVP) � o �' Y ` Dec. 18, 1976 'Mr.- John Powers Bldg. Inspector 1 Salem Green BUILDING DEFT Salem, Mass. re : 82 Washington Sq. , i , 'SaWeYA WIN. Owner: firs. Viola 6 RECEIVED Dear Mr. Powers : cITY OF SALM PLASS Thank you again for correcting the dan- gerous and hazardous condition on the above-described premises. About three or four days after the con- dition was corrected, the same defects occurred again. Apparently someone re- stored the weight to its original state, which makes rt very dangerous to a per- son's safety. I dislike having to contact you regard- ing this , as it is not very desirable to be a tenant living under these circum- stances. I do not wish to move , as the location is::central and convenient for me. To move just because of a condition that can be rectified so easily seems almost ridiculous. It is not only my opinion, but that of my many friends who have experienced this weight on the door. I would appreciate it. very much if you would contact Mrs. Welch, and request : her to contact whoever is tampering with this to leave it alone . Thank you. E.M. Iucey Y Dec. 28, 1976 Mr. John Powers Bldg. Inspector 1 Salem Green Salem, Klass. re : 82 Washington Sq. , E. , Salem, Mass. Mrs, Vio a v owner Dear Mr. Powers : On the above date I disposed of my rubbish at 5 :00 A. M. , onto the rear sidewalk of my premises. The reason for the early hour was that the weathermen forcasted snow, and I granted it out of the way, in the event I could not get out on the walk. When I proceeded to go down the back stair- way at 5 :00 A. M. , which was dark , there was no lighting. It is operated by a timer. I almost lost my balance even with the aid of a powerful flashlight. It is my under- standing that lights are to be left on in hallways and stairs until daybreak, but it is not so in this apartment. I have obser- ved this several times but have said nothing. Mr. James E. McGroarty of $2 Washington Sq. , E. , Salem, the tenant who resides on the floor over me has also observed this non- lighting during the dark hours on several occasions. Incidentally on Dec. 21, 199¢ i received a legal eviction notice , with no reason stated, to vacate my apartment as of Feb. 1, 1977. On the day prior, Dec. 20 I notified Mrs. Welch in a polite manner that I would appre- ciate it if she would place some sand on the icy front stairway so that I could make an exit. I said the same condition existed on the (see next page ) Dec. 28, .:1976 Mr. John Powers Bldg. Inspector 1 Salem Green Salem, Mass. re : 82 Washington Sq. , E. , Salem, IVlass. Owner: Mrs. Viola Welch continued from page 1. backstairway. I advised her that I would place sand if I knew where it was located on the premises. She hung up the telephone, without an an- swer. About two hours later approxima- tely, sand was placed on the marble stairs. It was a very cruel thing to evict some- one at Christmastime , for no justifable reason. I am just trying to protect my health, by not falling or being crushed in the door, and that of my many friends. Kindly speak to her about the lighting condition, because as long as I reside here, I do not care to be injured, in the event I should happen to use the stairways at different times. I dislike immensely complaining, and believe me , there are many things which require attention in this apartment , but all I care about is my safety. Thanking you, I remain, Respectfully, 82 Wash�n Sq. ,E. 744-5405 Salam, Mass. T �iLd I R e ti ILDING Ui lr A Yi !4i `krrk„lyjnY�nA 4 I a 4 �IvS� d{ . 3 NbY n py$ la'. y a Tkz . RSV.t '7k1zad ''� Nt 1 t • r Y` �' ` !�'t l"�x 2�� Y§ ,. . �w ," 4�� `` rR>k b f EI r ovi� R 'P s r a,{rR w$ *rr+ s l �V$+ a < g a b 4t ¢ :#f 5"t ;�a T `. } ✓ '^� �b tt 5i°e "`e. ".;r , r. "vp "^,f s e • , altar .itrkmk� w '� 5 0, -."'f1. � Vit' k , k, 4.yRECEIVED?- �Pjt6ZITIlPIix �x'iPilD1�LSHLIPZB r °r e � Lxr Sp G, �r'irM1r�YYYSSS veyu, rRE'ct�-Ei _/ •,'�' day OF SALEi��l- 117 J.' '; ' " f r 74l"rl {Ce n� e, t amca v -R E PREVENTION BUREAU' `t yy .� �t 'e"t`'���' i f 7 ! In compliance with Chap- 143,` Section 28Aeof the General Lawsiof' the Co-1-no^-wealth of Massach•,5=.te, you are hereby notified' of the, following « which we bel___1e to be in violation of the General,Laws or °r local codes or ordinances. This complaint appears to re quire.'offioial F r F, action on your part, to ensure compliance wxth the intent of`the law and ;fir for protection of life _. protierv. fp t4 >ry t Loca-_cn of Complain or azard F>2 n g 2nr}nn .,o .�St �i1�m .i Date originally Received by Fire Prevention Bureau r Address Off .7orrerson Ave � Complaint by Nature of Complaint,_ Frcnt Entry Doer= ','srri 'o' nr,Pn . +r ' RY } t � d � AAt -Initial Inspection Datet 1n/nc/7(, Timet0 :16' ,4�6.: y , eye ,. ..IN .. i •. ° C r � Fnnr3 Fire Prevention Inspectors ' R9.'7T!'ibriti T. 'gnsr4au •TrIspee ttlr Two front doors opposite each other have unusual< strong `y� r Action Taken: P44 . ` 1" doortolosers ,m.akin� entry or exits very difficult and dangerous. ` ._. * i 'Per4or) ally inspected and triedjgettizig- outcf these doors,ana",.fot�ndR �`:ati„p �. „difficule .d'oing so.,, I <strongly advise correction. of .this rprc blem.' a* , w- ¢t,.• 4. ] b Y jiP y RT4 R:. 1 TY_ e.„,• , 4 r.;'I Vry r � } # {� }�',�i a � ��^rx na1� '. zt l"f0ther Departments Notifiedt ! cc nflaitri : ' ie' t f P reinsn«ct condition on 29he/76 insp r, .0nd I e.y. Fi9r.`3rer u Y t :rO l.nn- `1Pi'• PFPGE Tits Can t t �} #t e * I � ' ' ,Form #S`?(Rev. 5/79) BUILDING DEFT Salem Taal d' 'Pdou 10 z4 ItT1l 6 RECEIVED November 50 1576 CITY OF SALEM,MASS. Too John T. Loyndo. Chief of Inspedticns . Proms Louis Salami, State Building Inspector Subjeots Premises at 82 Washington Sq. East# Salemp Masa. On November 5. 1976. I went to the above named premise as you directed on your letter to me dated November 10 1976. I contacted V-r. Powers Building Commissioner of Salem. Fie told me that his department was notified of the situation on October 21s 1976 and that they were in the process of having the matter corrected. Be then asked me if I would go to view the door in question and I did together with "'r. Munroe one of his building inspoctors. When we got there we both tried the door and found that the door closer was not holding before it slammed shut. While we were in the process of trying the door F;rs. Viola came and after discussing the matter we told her that an adjustment shotW be made on the closer. She contacted a male tenant and he got some tools and did make an adjustment on the closer so that the door did not slam shut. We then went back to Vx. Power% office and tried unsuccessfully to asaeh Miss Lucey. I will further try to get to Mise Lucey to tell her what we did on this matter and will further notify you. Resp"tfully submittido Louis Salami State Building Inspector LSsgd - _ � W- aP- Diviaion of Inspection 1 Ashburton Place Boston, Massachusetts 02108 November 11 1976 To: Inspector Louis Salemi Subject: Premises at 82 Washington Square East, Salem, Mass. 1 . Enclosed please find correspondence relative to subject premises, referred to me from the Attorney General which had been received from Miss Eileen M. Lucey, 82 Washington Square East, Salem, Mass. 2. You will please contact Building Commigsioner John Powers of Salem to ascertain what, if any, action has been or is being taken to remedy the alleged deficiencies. RrPc�tT 3• You will forward your netP-y to me, in duplicate, so that I may forward one copy to the Attorney General's Office per request contained in his letter of October 20, 1976. C - l ' /1�jt�'' - / ohn T. Loynd ✓d✓d Chief of Inspections JTL:vi Encl.-5 ; rat��� �f •///L'' ('J/,JJ,IJIs,!!,°flJ///i , �. �Nr-7 � 600 lfi�f�i�/ivir,.. lycr/� 1a��. ivyr JONATHAN E, FIELDING,M D.,M.P.H. rein ��. _ _ . ... i tttJit�a 0?lJJ C CIMMIB510 NEN October 26, 1976 Chief: of Inspections Department of Public Safety - 1010 Commonwealth Avenue Boston, Mas::acbusetts - Dear Sir: Please find enclosed copies of two letters written by a Miss Pileen M. Lucey which were sent to the Attorney General's Office. They were forwarded to our Department. However, the complaint is not one that we would handle. We are therefore forwarding them to your Department since the cornplaint appears to fall in your jurisdi.cti.on. Sincerely yours, Stuart U. Shapi.rn, Y.D. , Pl.P.11, Deputy Commissioner SNS/sk cc: Paul J. Donaher T I If r,t._'•1( I L Al jo'li'l W. W; NNIA CK S'OkIE: 'V ON[ ASHPUR-10,4 PLC) ALE- FISTON V21M3 HTi.l.O'rn October 20 , 1976 Deputy Commissioner Dept. of Public Health 600 11ashinqton Street Boston, Mass. Dear Sir: Please find enclosed copies of two letters written by a Miss Eileen M. Lucey. These were forwarded to our office for action but find the complaint is not one that our office would handle ; therefore , we have forwarded them to you for distribution to the depart- ment that would take care of this kind of a complaint. Should anything he done on this , please have a copy of any written matter sent to this department. Very truly yours , X Paul J. Donaher Chief Assistant Attorney General Torts , Claims , Collections PJD:mf AJ r.i mna, Gene_al% Mice.ilCl 2 �i 1�7� Asfte. Eouse _ ' � Dey f,rn�nt Uf Attornzx G��L�d•`� - 2 P [�.� r."3�13P'n"t Cn' C`^. 'i �. � `c't�2.":s i�L3S• __ Attention: Tort 'Deptartment V -1 . .'\T t.11 '. _ .CGixL ..ini cation/IUi: '1- �:. YeC . in 1 . to ;r.. Jolm I , ro-;ery ip; Iding As ectGr, . - I SUN: Green, %�Se :t �+C+a'S. , r eliit?Ve to - the exiltin:; dangerous condition of ;the outsidefront doers at; the aboveldescrited -; -- s -a'Q:a3C. a 7_^rs✓'Cta*,e lc.".tC-rY Li1..3£h'. 1f yC;22 i.,6 Id contact the owner: '4"SO ;Wolr .:::etch, .,.. R. { r7j, :`�:St'S:"e¢ ve;Ti `J'q. y.- :1'L?2, rtle;-:y .�33�•-j .e '' ive to thla ccnmanicR't on. Nei ' -=t' l a ;.`:i3i'not correct the CW ivr` 'un3eas denanded -by you (under ' oa vap' lly assist i me n this S quatian., " 1 in A middle Mites 'aid do not tonsil v,` SFr mself' elleAvecarr` at tYe . '3' Sank tl e WingC,rod .physicial_s'nt "' ent.0 hea.lt="i,.',.yJst Linjer-A ip pressure1 amosure no on, Could 4 m;ai? so- for any length of tz^:e. tie57,eCtf 1. i -2- Gct. 15 , 1976 To : Mr. John Powers (continued from page 1) Building Inspector 1 Salem Green Salem, Mass. There are many other deficiencies in my apartment , which I did not complain about because they are minor, and I can learn to live with them. No place is perfect. But, I feel I should inform the officials of the danger of the said doors due to the fact that tragedy could occur , and also tle anguish human beings have to endure. I am sure the above information proves that the situation is not my imagination , but are true facts. The said owner promised Mr. Fair and Inspector Dansreau that she would have the said condition repaired, but has not done so, and I feel as though she will never have it rectified, because she has told me so, and has requested me to move (in writing) if I did not like these doors. I do not wish to move because I like my apartment, and furthermore , moving is very expensive and consists of many hardships , which are uncalled for when this said condition could be corrected so easily. The owner will not correct this condition unless pressure is placed on her by your department, because in my opinion she seems to be that kind of person. I have nothing against this woman 's reputation or character, but would like this terrible situation taken care of. I would appreciate it so very much, Mr. Powers , if you would contact me by telephone at your convenience , and we could arrange to meet at the said doors , and I could explain to you how they operate. The outside door Q 11 close before you can count to number 2. You can visualize , I am sure how one could be caught in the door. It does not seem fair to me and other people to be subjected to this re- diculous and serious situation. I feel as though something could be done to assist us , especially in this great land of ours , the U. S. A. Trusting I will hear from you and that you can appreciate my plight. Thanking you, I remain, Respectfully, ) 82 Washington Sq. , E. Salem, bass. 01970 V Telephone : 744-5405 preferably in the evening. P. S. I never would have moved, but 1 sold my own home in which I resided all my life. f Ir 01 ?IRE PREVENTION BUREAU r r 1,A° In co~pliance with Chapter 148, Section 28A of,the General Laws of the n k Commonwealth of Massachusetts. you are hereby notified of. the following V'!Wj complaint, which we bel_e7e to be in violation of the General_-Laws r `local codes or ordinances.. This .complaint appears to require off cial ' ASF c .action on your part, to ensure compliance with the intent bf' the law and 11 for protection of life _. , proper-may. Locat°cn of Complaint or azard 82 da9htin *on c .ta�* Salem Dat_ Originally Received by Fire Prevention Bureau t, lit Complaint by I - Address Orr .7e^rersnn Ave, y..4 Nature of Complaint r,..-,4 ` r`^ lz }" SIqkf r Initial Inspection Date: Inlntl�c Time: x :10 n Ill Fire Prevention Inspector: rx r , nn n . r l C Action Taken: ",Tr) ',-t '. n.rcoFr;osi aq' c*,hFr ha .r e rnueull strong `x door c?nsers,ca.-ikin;- . r n„ ex '�(':r, r; ^Ult ,anC dangerotis . R- ny ;i F,... .'. 'r:rsonally ln-SreCterlj gr;ri tl­_yd . ettiP Loij`rf th.esr: dcorsia!id fouiidl 3iffi.cult ^.o=r,, so. i r>ro^r' ti -a3vi ^c r-< ^+ ien of t� ; :> • rrbl rc . i,; Other Departments Notified: r CC . 1 :. " 1 Sept. 20, 1976 - Mir. .5artin Fair Health Dept. Cf£ Jefferson Ave. Salem, Mass. '. Dear i,.r. Fair;y F. - This communication is relative to our recent tele^hore conversation of about one week ago, regarding the heavy weight ' th:a is on the top of the front door in the premises where I reside, namely; 82 ashington �ouare, E. , Salem, mass. r` You said you contacted the owner, 1,Irs. Viola ., elch, telephone 745-6291, and she advised you that she would have it correc— ted, but as of this date, it has not been t repaired, and I doubt that it will. be. I gust love my apartment and dislike very much having td rove because of this con— dition, and also considering the expense, etc. involved. This "weight" could pre— sent a very serious health hazard, and could cause a very serious accident to any— -.y one. I was talking with one of the other t women occupants and she is afraid to re— Dort it. I feet it is too serious a matter a{j ' t�< to disregard it. # (� Just to prove to you that this condition is not my imagination, 1 have had several of my friends visit me while here, and all of theser�-0at people feel exactly' the same way I do. It just scares them to ever come again (see next page). _ter To: hr. Kartin Fair I can furnish you „with the addresses and phone numbers of the following people who came to my apartment, at my request and who are i y friends, Miss Joanne naurgeois, Peabody, Mass, a: „roxi ate age 42, and in excellent health of mild and body. ?"iss Gertrude Bowditch, Salem, i;.ass. , an-•roximate age 55; in excellent health, etc. •:rs. karguerite C-irbone, Lynn, bass. , anrroximate age 50; in excellent health, n: etc. ;-.ins Ethel Lockhead, Salem, ?'ass. , approximate age 62; in excellent health, etc. " Also a local politician who tried to open the front doer in order to meet the people in the building, for the purpose of obtain- ing votes. He thought the outside front y door was locked (its being so heavy) ; con- 4 c sequently he did not open it. I can also furnish his name, but for obvious reasons at the present time, I think he should re- main un-named. - - My friends and I are so afraid for my safety . and that of others, that I would appreciate 1 � it so much if you could place some pressureOIL " on the o:-mer to decrease to a minimum the 1I ' weight on this door, so that I and others r may enter in safety. This situation is en- tirely unnecessary. Thank you very much for Ki your Interest. --- Respectfully, A- f _. .._e ' \ i;A IW" 6. Se t." 20, 1976 ( � Mr, Martin Fair Health Dept. Cff Jefferson Ave. Salem, kzss. Dear •r. Fair: k. I neglected to mention in acv previous } communication to you, dated today, that t,.-,o other names , ;rhe are friends of mine also remprilvd about the "freight" on the " front door at V ashington Sq., E. '.' Sal"em, Mass. , :;here I nc:�r reside, Cne is : v1iss i,.ar;aret !AS Dalton cf Salem, :.ass. , whc c;ossesses excellent health of body and mind. Rer ` arrroximatp age is about 60 years. 6i E Another gentleman, -rho is an employee of Hayden's Locksmith y :7a 3e-, .2•..=.s^. happened - to be in t!ie building recently repairing a lock, aml he remar]"e,d ho.'r heavy the - "weight" is on the front door. " All of these people c 'V'qr^.t be wrong in their evaluation of the, seriousness o:C the condition of this said door. r If this:'' condition contin,,s, I will not µ � have ay friends to visit tr,R, and I must say that I have some very lovely friends, i whom J would miss greatly. ! I belong to } r- another club, and I do notdare invitet ° rr them in case anything.woul ' happen. , t ` (over), ` r � i e , ,7 .,2* - r. M2_ Q. ; incidentIlly, the Ira. hArguerite Carbone,, whom 1 mentioned heretofore in my last communication to you almost got her wrist jam-med in the said doory*trying to hold it open for r.,e. caur;M the handle just in time, V ich consisted of about one— half a second ; thereby avoiding a serious injury to her hand. The majority of the occupants in this said apartment are young strong risen, in the twenty and thirty age bracket, who possess a very firm prase, and this con— } dition does not apparently bother them. When a woman is over twenty—five or thirty, sometimes they cannot handle situations such as this, and it creates a hazard. I an not thinking only' of myself, but my . visitors and the visitors of other occu— pants. Please assist me in this ratter as it could be very serious. Thanking you again. } RespectfAly, 4 t� v- il 17�' cam. Ccc A. . 4 (j , ( d Oct. 4, 1976 -Lt. David J.:.,Gaggan ' „r + 9 `wisteria St.*' I k Salem,,,,;Plass'. 4 IN f{ Dear. Lt. Goggin., Enclosed herewith please ';find car #- bon copies of 'communications I sent to 14r; ,Martin Fair _of the $alem: Health Dent. Since the ons these communications I have -had. two• more visitors who were greatly distressed frith the condition ,of.'said' doors. at. my `apartment. Washington Sq. ; E., Salem, Mass.: They areNirs. Ernestine- Jackson of 'Peabody, P,`asst , age 46' In good .health; and Miss'.Simone Morin, of Salem also. I do havea club. consisting of about four women-, whom I;_hesitate to invite ;,to my home because :of, the:'existing condi`tion.:. I entertain err only 'about once- 4 4aeek, but occasionally some, friend,_might . drop in to see me,;:but`--unfortunately they 'will not come -in "the future , and I wihl not have- this good fortune an y- more. . 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INSURED NO. ! � m (Always obtain signature of addressee or agent) N m Z have received the article described above. SIGNATURE " 4. DATE OF DELIVER�� VFI�i14 �" ZO 5. ADDRESS (Complete only if ntquasfad) 5. UNABLE TO DELIVER BECAUSE S CLE ASS O RSL _ A F GPO:1999.0-597-803 '41Z ,7LO ,-t- AAA To Ddtc��2 Aim HILE YOU WERE O T of Ph e Area Code N ber t sion TELEPHONED PLEASE CA L CALLED TO SEE YOU WILL CALL GAIN WANTS TO SEE YOU URGENT RETURNED YOUR CALL Message e Operator Campbell 09301 , Sept. 20, 1976 Mr. P4artin Fair :- Health Dept. Off Jefferson Ave. Kit " Salem, Mass. Dear Mr. Fair: `r , This communication is relative to our - ---- recent telephone conversation of about one week ago, regarding the heavy weight that is on the tor- of the front door in the premises where I reside ; namely; 82 '.1ashington Souare, E. , Salem , Mass. You said you contacted the a,,rner, e_rs. Viola 7;7elch, telephone 745-6291, and she advised you that she would have it correc- ted, but as of this date , it has not been repaired, and I doubt that it will be. I just love my apartment and dislike very much having to move because of this con- dition, and also considering the expense , etc. involved. This "weight" could pre- sent a very serious health hazard , and could cause a. very serious accident to any- one. I ,,as talking with one of the other women occupants , and she is afraid to re- port it. I feel it is too serious a matter to disregard it. Just to prove to you that this condition is not my imagination, I have had several of my friends visit me while here , and all of these people feel exactly the same ::!a-- I. do. It - — - .just scares therm to ever come again (see next nage ) � n f 1f , I yt Page 2 (continued from =`1 Sept. 20, 1976 } l 'tom To : Mr. Iviartin Fair I can .furnish you with the addresses and �<i �N phone numbers of the following people who "? cane to my apartment , at my request and who are my friends. ' -- Miss Joanne Bourgeois, Peabody, Iass. approximate age 42, and in excellent health of mind and body. Miss Gertrude Bowditch, Salem, Kass. , approximate age 55 ; in excellent health, etc. Mrs. I+iarguerite Carbone , Lynn, !,--ass. , approximate age 50; in excellent health, etc. Miss Ethel 17.ockhea.d, Salem, Maass. , approximate age 62; in excellent health, etc. Also a local politician who tried to open the front door in order to meet the people in the building, for the purpose of obtain- ing votes. He thought the outside front door was locked (its being so heavy) ; con- sequently he did not open it. I can also furnish his name, but for obvious reasons at the present time , I think he should re- main un-named. My friends and I are so afraid for my safety and that of others , that I *vould arpreciate .' it so much if you could place some pressure on the o�-7ner to decrease to a minimum the ;reight on this door, so that I and others may enter in safety. This situation is en- tirely unnecessary, Thank you very much for your interest. Respectfully, F i 001 , mIIR complainant: E3.leen Lucey' 7 { is 7445405 '. n ryes k ^' " Front door `hardly open* because .of - too.much pressure -on door 'closing pump. , ; owner: Viola Welch washtngeon 45 6291 1 50 147 � i - i J Sept. 20, 1976 14r. i-;artin Fair Health Dept. iS i Off Jefferson Ave. 3 NU Salem , `Yass. IM r,+yg Dear 'Mr. Fair. . I neglected to menton in my previous communication to you, dated today, that two other: names , who are friends of mine also remarked about the "weight's on the front door at $2 Washington Sq. , E. Salem; Mass. , where I noir reside. One is. . Mis's Kargaret `r . Dalton of Salem, ltass. ; who Ipossesses excellent health of bode and mind. Her approximate age is. about 60 years. Another gentleman, -iho is an employee of Hayden's~ locksmith, Salem, 14ass. hannened to be in the building recently reriairing a lock , and he remarl�e d how heavy the "Weight" is on the front door. All of these people cannot be ::*ronz; ; in their evaluation of the seriousness of the condition of this said door. if this condition continues , I will not have any friends to visit me , and -must say that I have some very lovely friends , whom I would miss greatly. I belong to another -club, and. I do not dare invite thein'in"case' anything would hapren. 1 �, a (overt [ i - k:`�. ' Y j -2- j dO1 Incidentally, the !sirs. I1arguerite .Carbone, whom I mentioned heretofore in nv last ttI communication to you almost got .her wrist iwz� 't �;. jammed in the said door; .trying to holds - it open for me. I caught the handle ,just in time , vktich consisted of about one- half a second ; thereby avoiding a serious injury to her hand. The majority .of the occupants in this said apartment are youn.g strong men, in the t•,renty and thirty age bracket, who possess . a very firm grasp, and this con- dition does , not anparently bother them. When a Froman is over twenty-five or thirty, sometimes they ,cannot handle situations such as this, and it creates a hazard. I am not thinking only of myself, but my visitors and the visitors of other occu- pants. Please assist me in this matter as it could be very serious. Thanking vou .again. Respectfully; ��