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!
Boston Street Lighting Contract Blamed For Overcharges
A long district report accuses Boston officials of overpaying for street lighting, arguing the city paid far more than comparable cities. It faults past leaders including Hib bard and Babson, cites a $1.2 to $1.9 million excess over five years, and questions contract legality and arbitration terms. The committee urges breaking the deal and pursuing city-led lighting reform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Hibbard
Babson
Hmerson
Nathan Matthews
Quincy
Old Finance Commission
Chamber of Commerce
Finance Commission
Europe
Electric Light Corporation
St. Louis