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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1906
Page
8
Ellis said he was more pleased with winning the election than any prior contest. He credited the campaign's public support and vowed to serve Boston schools impartially, focusing on children and remaining free of political influence.
Mrs Julia K E Duff declares her election defeat a victory. She argues the result proves even the Mayor of Boston cannot wield political lash with impunity and that home and mother influence near the city’s heart. She thanks supporters and cites the P S A machine and 1907 as factors.
Mr. Joseph M. Sullivan thanks friends for loyalty after a hard campaigning season. He notes he ran without political organization or financial backing and says he is grateful for the support he received from companions who stood by him.
Everett election results show Mayor Thomas J. Boynton reelected by a 945 plurality over Walter A. Harding. George W. Buntin of the Good Government Association defeats Alderman James H. Fitzmaurice in most wards. Republicans gain control of both City Council branches. License measure fails by a narrow margin.
Clifford M. Brewer wins Medford mayoral contest over Michael F. Dwyer by 1 902 to 999 as James C. Clarke trails. Board of Aldermen split 17 Republicans to 4 Democrats. Luce joint caucus act referendum passes 1302 to 70d. License vote favors Yes 835, up from 691 last year.
S Harvey Dow carried every ward and defeated Mayor Joseph A Wallis for a third term with 1569 to 3228 votes. Both ran on Citizen tickets. The license vote stood Yes 804 No 1861, compared with last year Yes 806 No 1480.
Nathan P. Avery Republican was re-elected to a third term in Holyoke as Democrats retain control. The margin shrank from three votes to a single vote next year. George H. Clark Democrat defeated A. L. Green Republican for at large school committeeman by 40 votes. Voter turnout was high with 87 percent of registered voters and 74 percent of women voting. License result Yes 3604 No 2491. last year Yes 6020 No 3126.
Mayor Grimmons wins largest Somerville vote ever amid strong Elston challenge. Ward by ward results show Grimmons and Elston each with 649 votes in Ward 1 and a vote swing toward no licenses. Aldermen elected span Wards 1 through 7 with names including Remick Lord Berglind Goen and Kingman Lavender Davis.
Fair weather and strong turnout produced a large vote in Fall River with Mayor John J. Coughlin winning re election as Democrat over Frederick S. Lawson by 999. Republicans gained ten Aldermen while Democrats won three shaping a 19 to 8 board. school board members Buck Blodgett and Hyde were elected Republican. license vote stood Yes 7185 No 377 compared to last year Yes 5266 No 2448.
Thousands witness the six day event at Madison Square Garden as Walthour and teammate Bedell surge to reclaim a lost lap after a late sprint nearly tipped the field. A spill denied them the advantage, keeping the leaders in sight at dusk.
In Newburyport on December 1, the no license side won the mayoral race by 79 votes, electing Albert F. Hunt over Irvin Besse. The future city government will be nonpartisan with Hunt at 1138 votes, Besse 1059, and Charles P. Kelly 602. license question shows a yes tally but full totals are not provided.
The article notes Dovey receiving four Pittsburg stars for his efforts in enforcing discipline on the diamond last season. It also covers reactions to ongoing disputes with John T. Brush, Umpire Johnstone support, and a forfeited game to the Cubs at the Polo Grounds.
Bobby Walthour and partner Bedell faced a lap deficit in the international six day cycle race at Madison Square Garden as Mrs. Walthour backed the new pairing. The field waned early with 15 teams remaining 13 miles behind the old record set in 1900. The piece notes harsh mental strain and the race’s demand for timing and nerve.
The note lists figures 1289 1518 and 1348 with no accompanying context or events. It also includes 221 as another figure referenced.
In Malden, Dr. Charles McCarthy wins the mayoralty by 282 votes on a Citizens ticket, defeating incumbent Charles G. Warren with 2776 to 2494 and 100 for George Howard Fall. Fall advocated a noncampaigning approach. Warren’s Republican successor faces little change in city government. McCarthy recovers from a runaway accident to learn of victory and may resume duties in two to three weeks. Frank E. Simpson, Citizen, defeats Frank A. McGee in the aldermanic fourth ward.
The election yielded 1816 yes and 8271 no on the license vote to determine the alderman’s third term from the ward. Last year’s tally showed 1762 yes and a higher no count.
Charles J. Barton loses to Eugene H. Moore in Melrose city elections by 1125 to 1083. Government shifts to Republican control with one Democratic board member remaining. License referendum fails 1694 to 406, and proposed $55,000 for new school houses is defeated 1178 to "Lo.
Boston and Maine railroad gasoline plant workers join Stationary Firemen's Union 242. Friday night talks planned between Boston Central Labor Union and Building Trades Council with A F L First Vice-President Duncan on uniting Boston trades. Seamen at their convention urge naturalization, officers to be elected, East Boston painters and paper hangers local to form with 53 names. J G Bahlhorn criticizes politics in unionism and calls for a dedicated labor party.
Harvard faces a three man contest for next year’s captaincy with Frank Burr as a favored junior standout, Jack Wendell seen as reluctant yet backfield secure, and Bill Starr possible due to popularity and quarterback stance. Parker is reluctant and may not seek the role.
William F. W. Conway, long associated with Michael J. Murray in Brigham's Hotel on Washington Street, died suddenly yesterday afternoon from heart trouble.
Murphy and Baldwin prepared for a 15 round headline bout at the Lincoln A C Chelsea with 100 New York fans securing special tickets. Murphy aims for a knockout as Baldwin seeks a late surge, while undercard bouts feature OBrien against Dunn and others at six or three rounds. Ajay fight card notes delays and injuries, with Frank Adams and Al Bates set for eight rounds and other matches listed amid Chelsea boxing buzz.
Dorchester High School first team defeated Brockton while losing to Canton in a pair of 20 minute halves. Dorchester second team fell to Canton 19 to 14 as Winslow, Harrington and Kemp lead Canton's scoring. Dorchester's Keenan and Hoernle stood out for Dorchester.
In East Boston gym yesterday afternoon the East Boston team beat West Roxbury 17 to 13 in the Interscholastic league opener. Captain Sheridan scored seven baskets. Captain Leonard starred for Roxbury. In the second game East Boston High defeated Roxbury High 5 to 4.
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