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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1899
Page
5
The Fatious Board of Strategy reports a declared war by Hon John R Murphy. Refuse to General declines to talk while Gallivan Lomasney Quinn and others of the opposition discuss.
The article reports statements from Secretary Sands and others on expected vote ranges between 4000 and 6000 for Hart and discusses rumors of a Murphy statement. Bates and Swallow deny any meeting with Murphy aides at Republican HQ while noting potential impact on Collins support.
Boston figures including General Collins and Murphy ally signs emerge as Ward 18 leaders like Gallivan Lomasney Donovan and Kiley comment on Murphy letter. Alderman Dixon and Douglass express confusion while pledges to back Collins and the Democratic ticket persist amid a tense political clash.
Hon John Rh Murphy defends his bid, charges Collins faction with ballot manipulation and intimidation of city workers. He cites votes from Charlestown and South Boston, alleges repeaters and fraud in wards, and vows to remain aligned with honest voters and oppose dishonest alliances.
Ex-Senator John Quinn Jr backs General Collins over Murphy citing past party tricks and urging voters to support Collins as a worthy successor. He credits Collins as a deeper, sounder Democrat and praises his leadership potential in Boston's mayoral contest.
Quincy denies Murphy’s claims of coercion and fraud in city caucuses and water department politics. He cites forbearance, asserts few complaints, and challenges proof of all accusations while pledging action if evidence appears before leaving office.
Hon John R Murphy in his State street office says he will vote for Hart for Mayor and will not campaign for Collins. He denounces past election methods as dishonest, confirms no Board of Strategy overture, and pledges future political involvement.
Chairman Lee denounces Murphy for an "extraordinary" attack on the Democratic party and the Collins campaign. He accuses Murphy of misreading caucus results, defends police action, and asserts Collins will win by a large margin without Democratic guardianship.
The speaker notes Murphy planned a bold statement Monday predicting 4000 to 5000 votes for their side and compensating for bolters who may join the Democrats. He adds Joe acted alone with no agreement with the Republican committee about the matter.
The piece traces Democratic bolting factions in mayoral contests from O Brien to Hart, noting repeated anti organization efforts led by figures like Doherty, Murphy, Coakley and Moran. It cites key clashes including 1888 Hart victory, 1899 Hart defeat of Galvin, and 1893-1897 independent bids shaping near yearly contests.
Congressman John F. Fitzgerald of Boston says Murphy’s defeat in the caucuses should bind him to the party’s nominee. He believes most Democratic voters will unite behind General Collins and vote for Hart on election day.
President Barry defends sympathy with Murphy amid a row over a strategy board vote limiting his term. J J McNamara of Ward 13 backs Collings and predicts a strong Mayoral result in his ward. Daly reacts with surprise and declines to discuss Murphy’s action.
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