Draper Wins Melrose Race Overs Vahey In Light Vote
Governor Draper carried Melrose by 766 votes while political turnout was light. In the 22d Middlesex district, Arthur S. Davis Republican defeated Democrat John H. Clausen 1524 to 418 for Representative. Governor and Lieutenant Governor tallies: Draper 1408, Vahey 642, Frothingham 1351, Foss 705.
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Features of the New City of Boston Charter
The plan sets a four year mayoral term with recall after two years, and requires petitions to nominate at least 5000 voters. Council is a single nine member at large body with three elected annually and nominations by 5900 voters. Salaries are $1500 for councilors and school committee is also petition nominated. The Finance Commission and City Record are active. contract profits by government members are criminalized. Civil Service must approve department head appointments. Swearing in occurs on the first Monday in February.
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Fitzgerald Glad in Boston Voices Support for Plan 2
Former Boston mayor John F. Fitzgerald proclaims Plan 2 improves his chances for election and pledges to campaign on a business friendly platform. He asserts he can do more as mayor and criticizes attempts to smear his administration while noting diverse support for Plan 1 and his intent to decide on candidacy after Plan 2’s selection.
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John F. Fitzgerald
Boston
Good Citizens Unite in Boston Vote Rally
Bernard J. Rothwell praised Boston citizens for defeating the combined machines of both parties. He said ordinary citizens who think for themselves overthrew local politicians and ward bosses, uniting good will for city welfare and pressing for future cooperation. He blamed an early endorsement by trusted political allies for harming Plan No 2.
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Bernard J. Rothwell
Boston
Plan 2 chosen sparks goodwill in Boston government
Laurence A. Minot of the Good Government Association welcomed the Plan 2 selection, calling it very satisfactory. He said it will boost public interest in city government and signal a fresh, healthier turn in Boston's history.
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Laurence A. Minot
Good Government Association
Boston
Murphy Echoes Cautious Guban Mayor Bid
In an interview, John R. Murphy says he has not set a firm mayoral plan beyond his original outline in the Post. He notes he would be tempted if public demand grows and says he has given no thought to personal interest in the coming campaign.
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O Neil Declines on Mayoral Candidacy Question
H O Neil long linked with a mayoral bid refuses to specify if he would run. He has not given definite answers to questions about his candidacy.
Cummings Praises Vahey Victory in Boston Election
Matthew J. Cummings, prospective mayoral candidate, hailed Vahey's Boston vote as proof that unity defeats opposition. He warned Plan 2 aimed to split the Democratic Party and said his own candidacy would depend on guidance from friends.
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Matthew J. Cummings
Vahey
Boston
Rothwell Denies Mayor Ambition Amid Candidate Talk
Bernard J. Rothwell last night disclaimed any personal ambition for the mayoralty. He refused to comment further, saying he did not care to make a statement but expected to know within three or four days who will be candidates.
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Bernard J. Rothwell
Mayor Hibbard Silent on Plan 2 Election Stance
Secretary James White told a Post reporter last evening the mayor would not discuss the election or any feature of it. He was asked whether the mayor would share views on the Plan 2 selection, which he advocated.
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Post
Unrest Ongoing as Tariff Revisions Hear Criticism
Former U S district attorney Guy A. Ham cites persistent criticism during tariff revisions. He says Governor Draper has been the victim of unsettling state affairs, but expects adjustment and a return of Republican strength.
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United States
Draper
Headless Lady Photo Sought in City District
A photograph shows a woman in the shopping district with her head removed. Taken yesterday on Washington Street near West Street at 11 oclock, it offers a $5 reward for identification if she calls at the City Editor's room of the Post between 3 and 5 pm wearing the same costume.
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Post
Post Presents Election Returns and Band Concert
The Post led the field with latest election returns while hosting crowd pleasing band music and phonograph interviews with the gubernatorial candidates. Despite rain, selections from grand opera musical comedy and vaudeville delighted the audience. The interviews captured candidate responses after the election.
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Columbia Phonograph Company
Great Post
Indigestion Cured by Grape-Nuts Says Galion Doctor
A physician from Galion Ohio reports his years long indigestion resolved by Grape-Nuts. He calls it pleasant nutritious and easily digested and says it strengthens nerves aids blood with more red corpuscles and benefits brain workers and students.
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