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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1905
Page
6
The passage notes Louis A. Frothingham introduced himself well in local politics. Despite a sizable plurality against him at yesterday's polls, supporters hope his effort won’t be wasted. Boston residents now know him and, while not mayor, they like him.
The Boston Post notes Fitzgerald's victory over Frothingham shows reckless charges backfire. It credits the grand jury verdict and public support as proof against libelous attacks. It urges Fitzgerald to pursue a clean, economical administration and a bigger, better Boston with two years of focused reform.
The largest city vote in Boston history reached 92,000, surpassing 1896 and the 1900 mayoral tally. FitzGerald won by about 8,000 over Frothingham, with Dewey last. Analysts credit Gilded-Lomasney faction shifts for Frothingham gains and Republican-to-Dewey support, underscoring Boston’s Democratic dominance.
The article notes Mr. Frothingham’s retirement from political life after a hard fought bid to transform Boston from Democratic to Republican. His campaign is praised for cleanliness and courtesy, though he faced overwhelming odds and chose to shift from state to city politics.
The Boston Post is described as having strong to decisive influence on public opinion in Boston, with the paper pointing to recent years of the press setting the city’s agenda. It notes that in New York headlines often forecast outcomes that diverge from actual results, while Boston appears more aligned with its own editorial direction.
A playful column notes Serge Witte as authority on the czar, jokes about Mark Twain and exercise, and teases language with a pun on to go and to come. The piece comments on trains and travel timing in a light, humorous style.
A newspaper column reflects on railroads issuing free passes for 1905 and the public stance on accepting them. It also offers seasonal advice about pocketbook security at Christmas and wisps of philosophy on credit, love, courage, and gossip. The piece lingers on social behavior and public perception in a period tone.
Nantucket lightship crew honors wireless pioneer while Christmas shoppers fill Keith’s. Hyde Park seeks city charter as Dover welcomes Rev. Eaton. Gunner Howarth to serve at Charlestown Navy Yard. Salvation Army box in Washington Street store draws small change. Mrs. Augusta Pettingill honored by Grand Army Post. Wakefield Lake water recedes. Essex Literary Club to host charity entertainment at Roxbury campus.
The mayor elect thanks the Post for fairness during the municipal campaign. He notes every tour was covered truthfully and impartially by a Post reporter, praising editorials and the paper's role in fair public press and Democratic success.
Mayor elect John F. Fitzgerald expresses delight at the result and gratitude to the Democratic supporters and cross party voters. He pledges an administration that vindicates voters’ judgment and confirms he made no promises, to allow selecting the best men for office.
Statement by Louis A. Frothingham, Republican nominee, expresses that he gave his best effort, acknowledges defeat, and extends heartfelt thanks to all who supported him.
The judge expresses surprise at the outcome and disbelief at the figures. He says voters supported him more than in the primaries, noting his expectation of a stronger show of support as an independent Republican candidate.
James A. Watson, municipal ownership mayoral candidate, laments voters faced with a choice that doomed his bid. He says the public was taught there was no hope of victory and that every vote for him would be wasted. He ends with a note of resignation to fate.
The article notes a committee in charge includes Thomas L Powers Michael Lannon Joseph Buck ley James Barrett and James Smith. It also praises General N A M Dudley of Roxbury for his ongoing vigor despite advanced age as he walks around Mt Pleasant for constitutionals.
Lucy Barker wins a $1000 contest fueling dreams of college life while her parents confront mortgage debt and looming loss of their farm. The revelation comes as the couple face eviction, shadowing Lucy's joy with the toll of hardship and sacrifice.
A Little Cash Girl writes to the Post sharing her memory of wanting a new doll and sending 50 cents to fund a doll for a poor girl. She recalls Nettie and a bereaved mother who previously donated to Santa Claus fund. The note closes with Christmas wishes to Mr. Post.
A Boston letter argues to preserve the Old Ironsides and other historic landmarks including the Old South Meeting House and Old State House. The writer denounces materialism and insists the ideal of heritage must prevail. The date is December 11, 1905, signed by Henry Newman.
A Philadelphia Telegraph take notes that marriage is harder as men seek luxury and women resist cottage life. Women pursue fashionable establishments while men cling to expensive bachelor habits, creating a social dance of money and matrimony.
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