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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Oct 17, 1905

Page

6

Bartlett Opens Campaign In Lawrence For Governor

General Charles W. Bartlett addresses Lawrence Democrats at the Essex House and urges tariff revisions on hides coal lumber wood pulp and iron ore. He pledges clear, plain platform and rallying support while a nearby split in the Republican ticket is noted. Local leaders greet Bartlett including Mayor Lynch and Attorney Mahoney.

Lawrence Charles W. Bartlett Essex House M. F. Cronin Democratic City Committee Bartlett

Williams Replies to Whitney Letter on Boston Elevated Charter

Public letters detail Williams accusing Whitney of corrupt lobbying and bribery in passing the Boston Elevated charter. Williams cites spies, large sums paid to unprincipled lobbyists, and political manipulation by Whitney and allies, while Whitney denies the charges.

Whitney Quincy Williams Legisature Commonwealth George Fred Williams Henry M. Whitney Boston Josiah Quincy Democratic State Committee Mr. Williams Justice Chapman Mr. Whitney

Lactated Food Promises Growth for Infant in Boston

A Boston mother testifies that a four month old baby weighs 44 pounds and looks like a one year old, praising a lactated food described as similar to healthy mother's milk. The ad lists ingredients such as milk sugar wheat barley malt time phosphate and milk to claim strong teeth bones and warmth.

Chelsea Mass Lauson Clinton Street

Donovan to Run for Mayor Amid Ward 8 Backlash

Donovan announces candidacy for Boston mayor as Ward 8 leaders sour on Fitzgerald. Fostered by past ties and endorsements, Fitzgerald faces opposition for seeking regular organization support without consulting his allies. Donovan, 41, a former House member and city clerk, highlights strong political backing from key figures and ward leaders.

Tle Ward & Democracy Donovan Fitzgerald Ward 8 Joseph H. O’neil Congress Neuman Edward J. Donovan Boston

Afternoon conference ends without nominating replacement

A meeting attended by William A. Gaston Josiah Quincy Joseph Corbett and John Fitzgerald urged Fitzgerald to withdraw in favor of Joseph H. O Neil. Fitzgerald insisted on staying in the race saying he would conduct a cordial campaign and that party interests trump individual interests.

William A. Gaston Josiah Quincy Joseph J. Corbett John F. Fitzgerald Fitzgerald Joseph H. O'Neil Donovan

Quinn urges ward 7 Democrats to register before state election

John Quinn Jr. campaigns to register delinquent voters in Ward 7. He estimates more than 300 Democrats are eligible for registration and aims to mobilize them ahead of the State election.

John Quinn John Quinn, Jr Ward 7 Quinn Lang

Registration Push for Ward 7 at Oak and Hudson Booth

An urgent appeal is issued in Ward 7 to residents still off the registration list. Voters are urged to attend registration sessions this evening and tomorrow evening at the booth located at the corner of Oak and Hudson streets.

H. M. Whitney West End Street Railway Company Tion Oak and Hudson Streets

Poster of Charles W Bartlett Gains Campaign Traction

The new Bartlett campaign poster depicts him in six life roles farmer's boy student private soldier teacher lawyer and advocate general It mirrors the popularity of the prior Douglas poster and Bartlett hints at awaiting full completion before judging the poster's impact.

Charles W. Bartlett Douglas Bartlett Charley

Sullivan Denies Supporting Donovan for Mayor

Congressman John A. Sullivan told a Post reporter he has not yet endorsed Edward J. Donovan or any other candidate for mayor. He said such reports are premature and noted he remains a member of Congress while gathering information on the mayoralty situation.

John A. Sullivan Edward J. Donovan Post Sullivan Congress Fitzgerald

Compromise Candidate Considered in Mayoral Talks

Democratic leaders held a late afternoon conference on State Street with Colonel William A. Gaston Joseph J. Corbett and Robert O. Winsor of Kidder, Peabody & Co. The meeting discussed a mayoralty contest and the possibility of Joseph H. O Neil as a compromise candidate.

Joseph J. Corbett Joseph H. O'Neil Corbett O’neil State Street William A. Gaston Robert O. Winsor Kidder, Peabody & Co Joseph H. O’neil

Republicans Weigh Two Mayoralty Candidates

The Republican party considers two candidates for mayor, FitzGerald and Donovan, expecting a bitter race that could influence election day. Ex-Mayor Edwin A. Curtis is no longer pursuing a run, citing reluctance to oppose Donovan or O Neil if either secures the Democratic nomination. The other possibility is School Committeeman Cushing, noted for wealth and family prominence and steady party support.

Fitzgerald Donovan Edwin A. Curtis Curtis Joseph H. O'Neil Cushing

Election Board Hears Butler Daly and Clark Contention

The Election Board heard arguments on the residency of Democratic candidates John J. Butler and Michael P. Daly for Ward 18 after James Watson questioned their registrations. Attorney Tom Dowd represented Butler and Daly.Clark contested Ellery Clark’s ward registration, claiming temporary absence due to his wife’s illness, with plans to return by December 1. The board adjourned the hearing with matters under advisement.

Election Board Butler Daly and Clark James A. Watson John J. Butler Michael P. Daly Ward 18 Tom Dowd Daly Watson Ellery Clark Frank Keezer Democratic Ward Committee Ward 9

Democratic Rally Planned at Dudley Street Opera House

A Democratic rally takes place Wednesday at 8 p.m. in the Dudley Street Opera House with speakers General Charles W. Bartlett Hon John A. Sullivan and Hon John P. Leahy.

Dudley Street Opera House Charles W. Bartlett John A. Sullivan John P. Leahy

Court Daniel Webster of Somerville Celebrates Second Anniversary

The Court Daniel Webster in Somerville marks its two year anniversary with a banquet and ball. Founded by Past Grand Sub Chief Ranger J Jacobs and M J O'Brien, it boasts the youngest US chief ranger Samuel Litwin serving a third term. Knights of Sherwood Forest conclave represented by Supreme Adjutant General J Jacobs and staff.

Court Daniel Webster Somerville J. Jacobs M. J. O’brien United States Samuel Litwin Knights of Sherwood Forest

Leaders discuss Donovan move in city politics

A four member strategy board met in Quincy House last evening to discuss the Hon. Edward J. Donovan candidacy. The group included P. J. Donovan Kennedy Fitzgerald and Corbett with Corbett warning of a likely upset in primaries and urging support for Donovan while noting no decision would be made for a few days.

Joseph J. Corbett Mr. Fitzgerald M. Fitzgerald Edward J. Donovan Strategy Board Quincy House P. J. Donovan P. J. Kennedy W. T. A. Fitzgerald Donovan P. J.kennedy Fitzgerald James Donovan

Quincy Refuses to State Mayor Nomination Position

The quotation notes Quincy says he is not ready to state his position on the mayoralty nomination yet. He adds that when he does, it will not reference E J Donovan's stance toward the mayor’s office during his administration.

Quincy E. J. Donovan

Jennings Prefers Deliberate Talk on Boston Mayor Candidate

Malachi L. Jennings of the strategy board says ER Donovan is ready for mayor but cautions against discussing nominees now. He notes focus on electing the Democratic State ticket first and regards Mr. Corbett as a highly desirable candidate.

Whitney Ames- Shepard Ames Jennings Joseph J. Corbett ER. J. Donovan Malachi L. Jennings Strategy Board Boston Corbett

Doyle Endorsed for Street Commissioner by Ward 18 Banner Club

At a Ward 18 Banner Club meeting ex-Councilman Thomas J. Fay presided. The candidacy of ex-Alderman James H. Doyle for street commissioner was unanimously indorsed. A committee was appointed to aid the re-election of Hon. David D. Leahy to the Senate.

Banner Club Ward 18 Thomas J. Fay James H. Doyle David D. Leahy Senate

Catarrhal Powder Endorsed by Noted Specialists

Eminent nose and throat specialists in daily practice highly recommend Dr Agnew's Catarrhal Powder as safe and permanent relief for cold in the head tonsillitis hoarseness and catarrh. It promises relief in ten minutes and claims to banish the disease like magic.

Agnew

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Collison Cronin Harvey N. Collison William E. Russell C. F. Corcoran Cornelius Riley John Kennedy J. P. 8. Mahoney Harry Cunningham North Andover Henry Hart Andrew Griffin A. A. Caffrey William Collins Benjamin Weeks William Kelleher Fred Gehring James T. Reynolds EB. L. Arundel Wells & Richardson Co Props Burlington, Vermont William OD. _ Sohier Wilard Howland Augustus Hemenway George Fox Tucker J. Otis Wardwell Michael J. McEttrick Louis A. Cook H. Torrey Cady Frank W. Dallinger William B. Durant John J. McDonough Edgard S. Taft Edward W. Presho George N. Swallow Edward B. Glascow Edward. J. Donovan Worcester Allston House Internal Revenue Health Commission of M. M. Lomasney W. T. A . Fitzgerald Joseph A. Corry Frank Linehan Malachi Jennings John Kelcher William A. McNary Lowneys Lowney Seagate The Walter M. Lowney Co Gaston Bartlett’s As & Bee Jim Donovan J. J. Corbett McNary Democratic Rally Butterick Henry Sifgel Washington & Essex Gordon Victoria McDonald Stewart Erskine Hayward Place R&g Venice Essex Street Indorses Doyle and Leahy
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