Machine Ends City Council Tug of War in Boston
In Boston the fight over the aldermanic ticket resolved with Michael W. Brick of Ward 8 defeating the anti organization candidate. Lomasney can now control the Common Council with routines of Republican support and at least seven pliant Democrats. The struggle intensified citywide, especially in Wards 6 and 8, as machine leaders pushed Brick to triumph.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Common Council
Lomasney
Barry
James H. Doyle
Michael W. Brick
Brick
South Boston Aldermen Election Returns Report
In two wards the candidate won a majority to secure his city post. Presho led the ticket for his party while Paige lost his bid for re election. Norton was defeated as McDonald of Dorchester led the field. Republicans stayed quiet as late returns showed mixed results and apportionment talk lingered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alderman Presho
Alderman Paige
South
Boston
Alderman Norton
Norton
Patrick F. McDonald
Dorchester
Dorchester Holyrood Fights Highlight Ward Delights and Defeats
Alderman Paige was defeated by close to 3000 votes and Ward 13 Councilman Norris fell by over a thousand. The organization backed Norris while Senator Gallivan backed his rival for Congress. Dorchester elects three Aldermen McDonald Codman Adams with McDonald gaining as suburbs reported. Mahoney and Horgan ran strong while Newmarch and others lost to Democrats. Bigelow led independents with about 6900 votes as Quinn lost by around 1600.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paige
Michael W. Norris
Gallivan
Congress
Dorchester
Patrick FF. McDonald
Codman
Wilbur F. Adams
McDonald
Norris
Mahoney
Norton
Prick
Brick
Alfred Newmarch
West Roxbury
A Bee
Newmarch
Albee
Lyon
Brooks
Lomasney
Francis J. Horgan
Casey
Roxbury
Bigelow
Quinn
Crowded City Hall Council Chamber Watches Ward Results
A packed City Hall chamber followed ward by ward results with many denied entry due to lack of space. The crowd favored Democrats as precinct tallies were displayed on the board.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City Hall
License vote shifts dominate New England cities
In cities outside Boston the anti license vote surged while Lowell flipped from license to No and elected a Democratic mayor. Holyoke cut last year’s 1590 Yes to under 70, with drops also in Chicopee and other nearby towns as Republican gains occurred in state politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Salem
Lowell
Holyoke
Chicopee
Salom
Pirat
Heoisorg
Scadews Vaeadverek
Chelsea
Ward 13 voters rally as Norris leads in Precinct 6
Voters packed Ward 13 with activity across precincts including Precinct 6 at Foresters Hall on Broadway. Michael W Norris dominated the rail, greeting supporters as 4 o'clock counts showed 446 votes from Precinct 6, a record for the precinct. Norris predicted victory citing years of experience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sual
Michael W. Norris
Foresters’ Hall
Broadway
Mike Norris
Returns at Mayor's Office Beloved Democrats Celebrate
In the mayor's office last evening a large group of prominent Democrats gathered to hear results. John H. Sullivan appeared assured of election and received congratulations while Alder man Charles grew certain he would become street commissioner and left shortly after 11. Other attendees including Mr Fitengerald Meyer Quincy and Mgr John Cobb shared smiles as the gathering concluded with good nights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nat Robinson
John H. Sullivan
Charles
Fitengerald
Meyer Quincy
Mgr
John
Cobb
Democratic city victory hailed by President Lee after city elections
President John H. Lee of the Democratic city committee praised a sweeping party win as returns rolled in. He attributed success to capable candidates, unified aldermanic tickets, strong school contenders, and praise for The Post for its supportive coverage.
President Maccabe Silent After Election Defeat
Post interview with Tix Senator Maccabe, head of the Republican city committee, who directed the GOP fight. He offered little comment on the likely Democratic victory in the Apportionment Board race and anticipated the aldermanic outcome, citing apathy as a key factor and delaying blame until full returns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tix
Maccabe
Republican City Committee
Post
Board of Apportionment
Macecabe
Sullivan Reflects on Strong Boston Vote and Democratic Spirit
Mr. John H. Sullivan expresses gratitude for a large vote in Boston and Commitment to serve with effort. He notes opponent Mr. Minot was popular and believes Boston is a Democratic city, thanking supporters for their confidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Post
John H. Sullivan
Boston
Charles Grateful after Wins in Boston Street Commissioner Race
Alderman Salem D. Charles left the Mayor's office at 11:1 saying he is gratified by the election result. He credits a strong uphill fight against a formidable opponent with influential Democratic friends and thanks Boston voters for their confidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salem D. Charles
Post
Boston
Ex-Senator Kennedy Expresses Satisfaction Over City Result
The Hon. P. J. Kennedy, found at City Hall, told a Post reporter at 10 o clock he was satisfied with the election results. He praised John H. Sullivan’s large majority and endorsed Sullivan and Minot as representatives of the people’s interests. Kennedy anticipated a Democratic Board of Aldermen and a near-even school committee balance. He also praised Alderman Charles’s victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. J. Kennedy
City Hall
Post
John H. Sullivan
Sullivan
Minot
Boston
Kennedy
Charles
Gleason
Mr. Gleason
Hennessey
Chapman
Connor
Brick
Berwin
Munday
Branch
Lomasney
Strick
Joseph Wood
Luke Haley
Mr. Lomasney
Mr. Wood
Mr. Haley
Tam A
Charlies
Innis
Board of Aldermen
Russell Reflects on Low Interest After Board Vote
Tomas Russell, defeated Republican candidate for the Board of Estimate and Apportionment, told a Post reporter at his Gloucester Street home that voter turnout favored Democrats. He said that many voters did not understand the board's duties and noted the absence of a mayoral election reduced interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T Tomas Russell
Board of Estimate and Apportionment
Post
Gloucester Street
Russell
Board of Apportionment
Voters turnout noted at North Square precinct
Congressman John F. Fitzgerald observed strong voter turnout at North square as ballots were cast. The scene reflected broad support for multiple candidates including Dixon Berwin Corcoran and Badarneco amid active party presence and large crowds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dixon
Berwin
Corcoran
Badarneco
John F. Fitzgerald
North Square
Rival Candidates Clash in Rebel Ward Mayor Race
Lomesney and Brick trade sharp exchanges as election tensions rise in Rebel Ward. An action-appeal to election commissioners highlights the heated contest and calls for scrutiny of campaign conduct.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lomesney and Brick Action
Election of Sullivan and Minot Gratifying to Him
Mayor Quincy praised the Democratic sweep in Ward 8 as Sullivan and Minot won seats on the Board of Apportionment. He credited the city’s political choice and the new financial board for progress and noted strong party judgment in candidate selection amid lively precinct clashes and amid tense vote counting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sullivan
Minotary
Quincy
Minot
Democratic Party
Merchants’ Municipal Committee
Great Financial Trust
Boston
Boston Men Lead Revoltant Labor Measure Then
Boston men led the Federation of Labor session in Kansas City on December 13. J F O Sullivan of Boston introduced a sweeping measure urging Congress to act on labor reforms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
Boston
Federation of Labor
J. F. O'Sullivan
Congress
City ward recount sparks clashes over ballot counting methods
The warden and election officials face protest as inspectors allegedly sat with backs to the rail during ballot counting. Officers intervened to enforce viewing rules amid fights between Lomasney and Brick factions. Voters and candidates, including Sullivan and Minot, argued over ballot handling, security, and the new Board of Aldermen structure shaping Boston politics.
Battleship Massachusetts Likely Refitted After Rock Collision
Naval officers believe the battleship Massachusetts must be decommissioned and require a new keel and several frames before reentry. An examination shows buckling for 240 feet and frames twisted in about seventeen places after striking a rock near Diamond Reef.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Herald
Massachusetts
Diamond Reef
Convention Debates on Women Labor and Eight Hour Days
The convention discusses an eight percent tax idea on products using women and children over eight hours per day, a substitute for a broader bill. George KE McNeil proposes a one day rest weekly law. Debates over women government employment and unions for wage workers continue as officers are not yet chosen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lovering
United States
New England
South
George KE. McNeil
Boston
Tanner
Illinois
Verdin
Committee On
William A. Lessie
Kentucky
Congress
John F. O'Sullivan
Resolutions Committee
Hayes Kills Brother in Self Defense Claim
John D. Hayes a Red Cross nurse with the Second United States Infantry under General Shafter at Santiago shot and killed his brother Edward S Hayes, hotel proprietor at Bleecker and McDougal streets. He was arrested and said the act was in self defense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
John D. Hayes
Red Cross
Second United States Infantry
General Shafter
Santiago
Edward
Hayes
Bleecker and
McDougal Streets
Boys Start Fire to Stay Warm at Foster's Wharf
Several youths, ages not stated, began a fire using newspapers on Foster's wharf at Atlantic avenue around 5 pm yesterday. The blaze damaged the wharf slightly until Engine 235 and Ladder 8 arrived to halt it. Police seek the youths responsible as they fled the scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foster's Wharf
Atlantic Avenue
Wnarf
Raid on Concordia Club Seizes Large Liquor Haul
Boston police liquor squad raided the Roxbury Concordia Club at 1492 Columbus Avenue seizing 128 gallons of beer 19 gallons of wine 4 gallons of brandy 5 18 gallons of whiskey and one quart of rum. James White and Monica Schroth were arrested for being present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roxbury Concordia Club
Columbus Avenue
Hquor Squad
James White
Monica Schroth
Also Mentioned on This Page
Frank J. O'Toole
Thomasney
David F. Barry
Rlostetter
Eg Sale Reuters
Unites
H. B. KIRK # CO. Sale Bottlers
N.Y
S.S. Pierce CO
Haps
Doyle
Noun Lowell
Ramsden
Lynn
Cambridge
Edgar R. Champlin
Seth J. Littlefield Woburn
Williman
F. Davis
Turner Lowell
Jeremiah Crowley Lynn Cee
William Sheparda Chicoper
Dennis Murphy
Newburyport
Thomas Huse Worchester
Ruatus B. Dodge Newton
Wilson Everett
Arthure W. Hatch Holvoerke
Ek B. Chapin
Medford
K. H. Lovering Beverly
D. Webber
Ward 13
Mayor's
Chevulon Tha
Chapin & Adams
Lee
John H. Lee
Democratic City Committee
City Committee
Council For
Sulivan
Mr. Russell
North End
Bradman
City Hal
Thomas F. Green
New Heath Street
Bartlett
Station 2
Dr. Bull
Wdc
Mayers
Michael W.W. Brick
Francis Horgan
Brisk
John F. Connor
Robert Whalen
Joan J. Cunningham
Dennis
Lomasne
Frop Man
Mr.connor
Station 8
Horgan
Tomasney
Jiabor
Martha Mocsre Avery
School Board
Daniel Casey
Havana
Nec
Panama
Itghugh Lee
Dingley
Washington
Congressman Dingley
Maine
Shafter
Concordia Club
Beecham
Qtc
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!