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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1899
Page
7
Ex-Congressman M I McEttrick warns against false reports that Patrick Collins will win and recounts alleged contractor abuse. John R Murphy is praised for municipal reforms in the water and fire departments, job stability, and fair labor practices, with remarks from multiple speakers.
In a Boston records fragment, the water commissioner cites expenditure totals from 1890s to 1899 including salaries. A letter from Journeymen Horseshoers Local Union No. 6 secretary P. J. Lally defends Fire Commissioner Russell and rebuts claims of hostility from John Murphy.
The opposition leaders announced a revised campaign plan to win five Boston wards and influence wavering voters. They warned the caucus result should be decisive, predicting an overwhelming defeat for Curley of Ward 47.
At a regualr school committee meeting Dr. Samuel Courtney urged urgent repairs to the drains at Weston street school during Thanksgiving vacation, proposing a $4000 expenditure. He warned of sickness among students and staff and noted eight teachers absent since September. The motion was tabled for the next meeting.
In Ward 12 the ward committee backs Albert E. Taylor for Alderman, aligned with Charles Woolley and Edwin A. Curtis, while ex-Representative George E. Lovett leads the opposition tied to the Chamberlain wing. The Common Council race features Peck and MacDonald favored by the ward committee with Harry Upham as the new candidate, opposing a slate led by Fred P. Miller Frank E. Gaylord and Harry B. White. The opposition's ward committee is headed by ex-Representative James M. Douglass and includes Chamberlain L H Woodv ine Frank E Wingate and others, with 78 delegations led by Christopher Ryder and others.
The Independ ence Belge cites trusted sources that after the Czar and Kaiser met a proposal for friendly intervention in the South African dispute is being shaped. It says France was consulted and that the Czar would issue the offer as peacekeeper. If England rejects the proposal the text warns of a final need to take up arms to secure lasting peace in Europe and the world.
An armored train advanced from Estcourt and found Colono occupied as Natal units report activity at the front. The incident occurred on November 9 with delayed dispatch from Estcourt government lines.
In East Boston at Lyceum Hall supporters packed the venue as Congressman Fitzgerald refuted Murphy's charges from Charlestown. Speakers included Alderman Day and Joseph A. Conry, with emphasis on Collins campaign dynamics and party unity amid the mayoral race.
A letter reveals allegations of relatives involved in compiling water department ordinances and inflated fees. The writer denies relatedness, details negotiations with Babson Murphy and Kennedy, and claims a settlement for $800. The piece attacks Murphy’s management and praises General Collins and Patrick A. Collins amid a Boston campaign.
An undated Kimberley despatch notes Boer shelling of the reservoir and water works on Tuesday morning November 7. About seventy shells fired with an average range near 9160 yards. one cooking pot damaged. Fragments attracted buyers up to $10. Nov 8 saw continued bombardment with no casualties. one shell narrowly missed the Dutch Church. Report says shells were of inferior quality and fired by amateurs from three positions.
It is officially stated that the long range bombardment of Lady smith with heavy guns continues daily but causes no serious damage.
Division 60 A O H held its first annual ball at Bethesda Hall in South Boston drawing about 280 couples. The grand march was led by President James A Punch and wife, with Thomas V Cotter and Miss Fitzgerald following among the prominent attendees including John Quinn Hugh Bresnahan Michael Hughes John Lenhan William Shine Edw Curran Daniel V McIsaac John Perkins Patrick J Caffrey John J Conry and Patrick Dooley.
Henry B Fitzgerald of Ward 6 writes to the Post defending a request to grant Fred C Cutts in the water department an extra day’s pay for overtime. He accuses Mr Murphy of blocking the increase, notes Cutts’s low pay relative to peers, and claims local residents’ neglect in receiving justice. Boston, Nov. 14.
The Hon. Joseph J. Corbett spoke in Charlestown at Ward 3 and 4 rallies urging support for Patrick A. Collins for Mayor of Boston. He emphasized Democratic unity, principled stands, and the aim to win across Charlestown and all city wards.
General Sir Charles Warren has been named chief of the Fifth Infantry division and ordered to Cape Colony. He has seen extensive service in South Africa.
Newport News Va Nov 14 General T. W. Hyde principal owner of Bath Iron Works died this afternoon at Old Point Comfort. He was one of the best known shipbuilders in the country and had been ill only a short time.
Mayor Quincy rebutted a claim that General Collins was a paid city official and commissioner noting Collins did not seek or accept any compensation after resigning on Sept 1. He stated Collins rendered valuable services without charge and the city is indebted for this gratuitous work.
The Cambridge Board of Aldermen voted to confer with the school committee on the advisability of introducing military instruction in city schools where it has not been offered before. The Elevated railroad got approval to double tracks on Concord avenue with brick paving planned if tests are satisfactory. The council postponed action on hay and grain sales figures and on car ticket counts for 1898 and 1899. The mayor was asked to press for passenger shelter at the Brooke line transfer station.
The Chelsea Board of Aldermen held a harmonious meeting. A special committee reported bills were properly paid and urged presenting all bills to the bills and accounts committee before payment. Edward H. Lowell asked for a $2000 extra appropriation to cover extended school needs, due to more pupils and supplies, with the matter referred to finance.
In Fall River tonight the Republican caucus produced three leading factions. George Grime won Wards 3 4 8 and 9 with 46 delegates, Dr. John H. Abbott carried Wards 1 2 and 5 6 with 36 delegates, and Warren 8 Barker led Wards 4 and 7 with 35 delegates, leaving 4 delegates needed of 107 for a choice. The contest moves to a convention next Monday night amid bitter clashes and challenged voters. Nearly 7400 votes were cast today.
The Democratic convention in Lowell nominates incumbent Jeremiah Crowley for mayor and presents an aldermanic slate including William W. Boardman John J. Sullivan Philip McNulty James F. Miskella Frank S. Clark John T. Donohue James J. Carmichael William A. Reade and Edward Cawley.
Democratic caucuses in Waltham attracted large attendance as factions formed around delegates to the mayoralty convention. One group endorsed incumbent Republican Mayor George S. Wares, while the opposing faction backed a straight party nomination.
In Marlboro Massachusetts Democratic caucuses Mayor Plunkett won renomination carrying Ward 1 5 6 and 7 delegations and a majority in the other wards He already holds citizens' nomination and is expected to win Republican endorsement tomorrow.
Ex Senator John Quinn served in the Common Council the House and the State Senate with long experience in shipping and stevedoring. He is credited with promoting aid for the poor and disabled and led a $350 000 City Hospital appropriation and the original 1893 subway bill. He helped pass the Burrage ordinance on employee protection and held key committee roles in finance rapid transit and metropolitan affairs. He is a candidate for Alderman in the fourth district with a ward economy and major business activity including Union Station in Ward 7.
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