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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1907
Page
4
Amid Democratic governor race with Bartlett and Whitney a prominent figure remains John R. Thayer. Worcester County champions Thayer as the sure winner and demand he receive the nomination though he is not actively running.
Cambridge faces a mayoral fight with nine candidates listed eight Democrats and various ex-officials including James F Aylward ex Representative and mayoral candidate Fred Deitrick ex Representative and congressional hopeful J Frank Facey Democratic city chair Ex Aldermen Coveney and Flynn former mayor Charles H Thurston Senator Frederick J Macleod and Mayor Walter C Wardwell.
Cambridge Democrats show division with Ward facing a crowded field. Potential nominees include Aylward Thurston and Deitrick, while Coveney faces questions over party reinstatement. Facey Flynn and Barry are mentioned but likely to withdraw. Nonpartisans back the current mayor.
The funeral of Midshipman H. C. Phinney of Manchester New Hampshire who drowned Friday during a swimming lesson was held at the Naval Academy in Annapolis this afternoon. His remains will be transported to New Hampshire tomorrow for burial.
Camden N J July 14 Isaac C Roosevelt of 912 South Eighth street says he is a cousin of President Roosevelt and has decided to contest the will of George Roosevelt who died while consul general in Brussels. He and his seven sons are cut off with one dollar each.
An old time warning urges mothers to prevent infantile mortality from stomach and bowel troubles. It promotes Cascarets candy tablets as safe for children and nursing mothers, claims to cleanse and strengthen bowels, and notes they cost ten cents and are stamped OCC by Sterling Remedy Company.
Ex congressman Thayer states he is not a candidate for governor now and will not actively canvass if he runs. He remains neutral toward Bartlett and Whitney, notes Democratic backing in the western state, and emphasizes the New Haven and Boston & Maine merger as the key state issue with national implications tied to tariff reform and trusts.
James Donahue, 35, of 133 Seventh Street, South Boston, sought relief as Boston sweltered under a heat wave. Forecaster Smith noted a cool sea breeze saved the day, drawing crowds to beaches and parks while city residents enjoyed the best Sunday yet this summer. The outlook warned the east wind may fade and a southwest wind could push temperatures higher.
James Hennessey of 24 Heath Street Roxbury slipped from the wharf into harbor waters near Long Wharf last night. A pair of friends pulled him ashore with a rope as he began to sink, rescuing him from a likely drowning.
James Towne of Purdyville, aged 19, died in Manchester at the home of A. G. Purdy from lockjaw caused by a wound from a blank cartridge explosion on Independence Day.
The Sunday Post interview with District Attorney John B. Moran sparked rapid reactions from Democratic leaders across the state. James B. Carroll of Springfield and John W. Cummings of Fall River signaled openness to running. Mayor Fitzgerald attacked the idea and Indiana League setbacks followed Moran's remarks.
Mayor Fitzgerald of Boston dismisses Moran's forecast that Bartlett and Whitney cannot win. He says the race is "anybody's fight" with a united Democratic Party and notes his own focus on Old Home Week. He avoids politics while on vacation at Old Orchard and plans to stay fit for events.
Springfield July 14 Carroll says he will consider accepting a nomination only if there is a real chance of securing it following an exclusive interview.
In the interview Mr. Carroll says he has given no consideration to a gubernatorial bid. He thanks John B. Moran for the nomination notion but calls the job large and uncertain. He notes events may clarify in a few days and he would then state his position.
Fall River Democrat John W. Cummings asserts Moran is wise in condemning the party boom linked to District Attorney John B. Moran. Cummings, a southeastern leader, says Democratic leaders should heed Moran’s remarks on the party, its candidates and policies. He had just read Moran’s observations and was digesting them at his home.
General Bartlett with campaign manager D T OConnell departs for Pittsfield to meet Berkshire district business leaders and assess political situation. Moran interview cited, with Cummings and Carroll denying governor race bids and Bartlett touted as unifier and strong nominee.
The article compares $1.50 plates at Henry M. Whitney’s Marblehead dinner with $1 plates for General Charles W. Bartlett at Squantum and contemplates whether pricing signals a candidate’s closeness to the plain people. It wonders if John B. Moran would appeal more by charging 75 cents per plate.
Congressman Joseph F. O Connell of the 10th district returns from San Francisco and endorses General Bartlett. He begins active campaigning for Bartlett citing Western interest in the Democratic race and opposition to Whitney and predatory wealth.
Miss Annie McNorton of 113 Bellevue Avenue Melrose had her watch snatched by a bold thief in the Public Garden last night. A crowd pursued, police arrested a 28 year old Ernest R Seward of Everett who admitted the deed.
The piece notes a campaign fad of feasts with ticket politics at Squantum and Revere Beach. General Bartlett plans $1 plates to draw crowds while federal Rep. O’Connell and ex Senator Schofield stir local rivalries and scrutiny of menu offerings.
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