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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1909
Page
7
In Boston's ward scene campaign chatter centers on James J. Storrow as a reform candidate. Ex mayor Fitzgerald faces criticism from party rivals while Hibbard backers push signatures and a new Storrow club forms in Ward 22. Support flows from Ward 11 Democrats and other figures as Governor Guild may join stump efforts.
James J. Storrow toured 10 gatherings promising pure milk and water and blaming bad government for high death rates. John F. Fitzgerald visited many wards advocating citizen employment, opposition to tax dodging, and a revamped garbage policy. James C. White called Storrow’s bid an interesting sociological experiment and predicted a third place finish.
James J. Storrow spoke in the North End drawing warm reception amid calls for health fund boosts and a pure milk and water supply. He blamed ex mayor Fitzgerald for ward politics and urged higher health board appropriations to curb typhoid and tuberculosis.
The 19th annual ball of the New York New Haven Hartford freight handlers Local Assembly 628 K of L was held at Bethesda Hall South Boston. Attendees included Aldermen Hale Giblin Ballantyne Attridge O'Hare and several Board of Aldermen members and city council candidates. Ball officers named were Patrick Croke marshal John O Rourke assistant marshal Peter Nee floor director Patrick Fraher assistant floor director and John Sullivan chief of aids.
Dr John B Hill aged 72 longtime city physician died at his home 76 Carver street after about a month of illness. The obituary notes his status among the city's oldest practitioners.
Former Mayor John F. Fitzgerald addressed crowds in Ward 22 and Ward 25 criticizing strict dollar and cents governance. He urged fair wages for city workers, condemned tax dodging, and urged better garbage disposal water, police, fire services and libraries. He warned against running Boston like a business at the expense of residents.
A statement from Matthew Cummings to withdraw in favor of Fitzgerald was awaited hourly. A private conference postponed public comment, with Cummings likely to refrain from backing any candidate. Taylor camp denies plans to exit, while observers predict further moves in the contest.
The ward boss Martin M. Lomasney appeared at Fitzgerald headquarters in Room 16 of the Niles building with Manager McDonald. He was ushered into a private office for a lengthy conference, signaling strong backing in the mayoralty contest.
The passage notes Ward 15 in South Boston as the remaining weak spot under the Fitzgerald Mertenants. It mentions Senator Patrick O'Connor undecided, with his committee reportedly aligned with Storrow, but anticipated to back Fitzgerald.
Former Senator William J. Donovan of Ward 2 endorses James J. Storrow for mayor citing better fitness to lead. John F. Sullivan, Ward 2 Democratic chairman, backs John F. Fitzgerald. Donovan’s background includes East Boston Senate service and ferries superintendent under Mayor Collins. Sullivan previously served in the Massachusetts House. Said Donovan last night I am going to support Mr. Storrow for Mayor.
James C. White, mayoral aide, accused James J. Storrow of pursuing a "hippodrome" and "settlement" candidacy. He claimed Storrow has filed no nomination papers and will finish third despite millions and backers.
A $1000 a side bet at Young's Hotel placed by William J. Keliher and E. P. Clark on Boston mayoral outcome. Keliher backed James J. Storrow for mayor while Clark bet against him. They will reconvene Monday to trade a further $5000 a side.
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