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Boston Mayor's pledge to reform city administration and aid veterans
Boston mayoral candidate vows to create a municipal employment bureau to aid soldiers and reduce Soldiers' Relief costs. He calls for better treatment of the poor and chronic cases, moving facilities from Long Island to Ellis Hospital, and using West Roxbury Hospital for potential state prison needs. He urges health clearinghouses, retrenchment in spending, and strict city work rules to ensure value for every dollar. He warns against undue interference and seeks broad civic cooperation.
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