Water Loan Debate Shifts City Council Opinion
The Cambridge common council shows growing Democratic sway as notable converts emerge, with Coveney pushing for action on the water board dispute. The mayor resists nonaligned measures while calls rise for a thorough metropolitan-system investigation and scrutiny of the proposed water expenditure as a temporary fix.
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Common Council
Board of Aldermen
Coveney
Cambridge Fire Underwriters
Water Board
Mr. Coveney
Chronicle
Democratic Eighth District Convention in Somerville
The Democratic Eighth District Convention met in Union Hall Somerville last Tuesday evening. A four hour session featured sharp clashes between Hearst and Olney factions with claims of thirty three sure delegates and decisive maneuvering to secure them. Credentials were challenged as Olney delegates Collins Kenney and Donnellan faced removal and dispute over proxy credentials.
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Union Hall
Somerville
Omey
Hearst
Olney
Curran
Lehan
Cunningham
Nelligan
Facey
O'Brien
Grant
Winchester
Committee On
Collins
Arlington
Kenney
Donnellan
Medford
Moore
Contested Delegates Debate Ends With Olney Victory
The convention, split between Olney and Hearst factions, resolved seating disputes through ballots. After hours of caucus drama, Daly and Donnellan cases were decided, with Donnellan seated on a roll call and Olney gaining 85 to 20 on the final ballot. The body aimed for fairness despite intense partisanship.
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Hwith
Curran
Collins
O'Brien
Mr. Kenney
Moore
Keaney
O’brien
Donneliin
Daly
Mr. Donnellan
Donnellan
Olney
Prof. Harmon
Somerville
Grant
Cambridge
Hearst
Lehan
Facey
Boston
Reinstatement Debate Mirrors City Politics and Personnel
The piece questions why Mr. Gray has not been reinstated and notes the Non-partisan press critique of Mr. Hearn. It argues that loyalty to party or “City before party” is unclear, suggests Mayor McNamee aims to shield himself, and cites Mr. O’Hearn’s competence as a factor in his reappointment while others were not retained.
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Mr. O'Hearn
Viro
That Pittsfield Speech and Barrett's Reply
A Cambridge citizen quips about the Pittsfield speech and ex-alderman Barrett's reply criticizing Mayor Daly. Barrett accuses the mayor of superficial knowledge and hypocrisy, highlighting his temperance stance and prior parlor caucus campaigning influenced by alcohol. The exchange prompts broader questions about local political methods.
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Ablerinian Barrett
Daly
Pittsfield
Temperance
Father Mathew
Mathew
Cambridge
Central Labor Union urges education meetings Sundays
The Central Labor Union calls for public educational meetings on Sunday afternoons to inform workers about community needs and reforms. It argues educated laborers can counter self serving politicians and improve both public and private life.
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Ncting
Labor unions in Cambridge unite for city improvement
The Cambridge labor unions, made up of intelligent men, promise to boost the city when they act as a united body for the common good. Their influence is expected to grow as they align efforts toward communal progress.
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Cambridge
Mayor Daly Snubbed and Decried by Cambridge Allies
The piece denounces Mayor Daly for deserting his political base and betraying allies, arguing his ingratitude and treachery have cost him social and political support. It contrasts Daly with ex Mayor McNamee and urges him to abandon former friendships and align with those he pleases.
O Brien Nominated Again for Democratic National Convention
Fy O Brien is chosen for the Democratic National Convention, praised for decades of party service. Supporters cite his loyalty and adherence to principles, foreseeing use of his wisdom to advance Democratic ends in St Louis.
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O'Brien
Brien
St. Louis
City Hall Appointments Stir Civil Service Controversy
The mayor’s choices for police and fire posts spark debate over civil service loyalties and party influence. Allegations claim favoritism and bypassing the exam list, with opponents accusing the administration of spoils politics despite professed nonpartisan aims.
O Hearn Confirmation Faces Rough Path Next Tuesday
Word circulates that the confirmation of Mr. O Hearn may stall Tuesday night as Alderman Anderson’s stance and some Nonpartisans’ displeasure stir opposition. Democrats Coveney Allen and three others reportedly back him, while Davis remains hostile, and Coveney’s loyalty to the machine is in question. If Anderson aligned with O Hearn, it could secure a year more for him despite Daly’s push.
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O'Hearn
Alderman Anderson
Alderman Davis
O’ Hearn
Coveney
Allen
Anderson
G'Tearn
Mr. G'Hearn
Daly
Mr. O' Hearn
City Photo Service Causes Police Dept. Reorganization
The city appears to employ an official photographer via the police department with officers paid to do little beyond posing. Patrolman Fred M. Ellis is mentioned as occupying the role, drawing extra pay while idle. Aldermen condemn the arrangement as a taxpayer burden and a sign of reform needed amid partisan favoritism.
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Fred M. Ellis
Tad
Murray
OBrien and Pacey Win Cambridge Delegates Contest
In the Cambridge district Ivan Pacey and John P. OBrien entered the Olnegr-Hearst contest, taking on a rival organization. The Boston Traveler notes their strength and popularity as they won the field, admitting their success was earned and widely acknowledged as the process concluded.
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Boston Traveler
Cambridge
Ivan Pacey
John PP. Obrien
Reorganization cited as partisan city appointments issue
Critics charged Mayor McNallee with partisan patronage, saying police and other posts were filled to reward supporters. Nonpartisans disputed such claims, arguing for reform and removal of patronage, while questioning the sincerity of recent reform promises.
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Aginst
McNallee
Fis
The Case of Keanny Analysis Rages in City Hall
Mayor Daly defends appointing Chief Inspector Torley as a reward for services. The record claims Keanny was not a McNamee man and suggests Ife would fire him for conscientious work for McNamee. The piece accuses the mayor of vendetta and bias in official acts.
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Daly
Torley
Leone
McNamee
Keaney
Becuse Keaney
Hin
Water pipe plan sparks clash between Alderman Coveney and Durant
Alderman Coveney warns Water Commissioner Durant that city government will dictate pipe placement, while Durant insists on laying pipe his way. Debate shifts to joining the metropolitan water system and avoiding another costly outlay. The Chronicle backs scrutiny before action, urging council and citizens to take initiative. Mayor Daly warns that council supporters of the loan order bear responsibility for outcomes.
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Coveney
Durant
Metropolitan Water System
Chronicle
Daly
Common Council
Water Board
Cambridge News Briefs Reflect On Local Politics And Police
The piece discusses the Non-partisan machine’s hold on Coveney and party tolerance of him, questions the school board committee report on Chapman charges, notes a police force ratio of one superior to about four patrolmen, and hints at departmental repairs after the fiftieth anniversary celebrations.
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Cambridge
Adams
Chapman
Police Reorganization Creates New Lieutenants and Sergeants
Mayor Dalylis approves a major police department reorganization with nine new lieutenants and six new sergeants. Seven reserve men promoted to patrolmen, plus park police merged into the force. Several names listed for promotions and confirmations, with actions to take effect in May and a 10 day timeline for final confirmations.
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Dalylis
Keaney
Aso Pom
D Board of Aldermen
Amet
Park
Pilin
Barry
Park Department
John Conroy
Joseph A. Donne
Peter J. Murphy
Thoms Py Burke
Trearre A. Patten
John JF. Powers
Joba d. O' Prion
Joseph Doherty
Lechlin Garvin
Robert Douglas
Patrick J. Tealey
Janes M. Kenney
Vof Leutenant
Williama Mullett
David A. Stevens
Daniel Cullihan
Michael J. Cory
Charles L. Dike
James
Alexander
John W. Deehan
James A. Cox
Michael Neilon
Teutenants
Patrick FP. Murray
James J. McNelty
Herbert Gordon
Daniel P. Mouniain
James Hall
Frederick A. Trobinson
Guvolien
Jeremiah OP. McCrathy
Frank McArthur
Willima 2Bury
John J. Sheela
Cornelis Sheehan
Angusnts J. Largenton
Bancroft exonerated amid police error in Cambridge case
James L Bancroft of Hancock Street Cambridge is honorably discharged by Judge Adams in Municipal Court after a misidentified larceny arrest. The incident sparked local sensation and exposed connections to Thomas A Hodgson who confessed to similar breaks. The report notes Bancroft’s steady employment and strong Cambridge reputation. Also reported is the Boston wedding of Edith Blackburn Sheraton and William Fessenden Merrill at the Church of the Advent with Rev William H Van Allen officiating.
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Boston
James L. Bancroft
Hancock Street
Cambridge
Starvard and Technology
Adams
Hancroft
Bancroft
Thomas A. J. Hodgson
Hodgson
Todgson
Brancroft
Everett Hall
Hurley
Judge Almy
Almy
Edith Blackburn Sheraton
Albert J. Sheraton
William Fessenden Merrill
Nashville
Tenn
Amherst
Church of the Advent
James G. Merrill
Fisk University
William H. van Allen
Drury J. Sheraton
Ollie Merrill
Julia Little
Rosamond Porter
Bertha Smith
Winchester
Mildred Montague
Chattanooga
Merrill
Aldermen Move Keyless Alarm Box To Charles Street Corner
Board committee reports on fire department order from March 1904 to spend 120 for a keyless fire alarm box at Third and Bent streets. recommends locating it at Third and Charles street. Finance committee, at city auditor’s request, authorizes mayor to draw 1200 for Ellen M. Dinsmore land taken for park purposes under an order approved July 6, 18. Board of park commissioners approves the claim and recommends payment.
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Third
Bent Streets
Third and
Charles Street
Elen M. Dinsmore
Board of Park Commissioners
Arrest of Frederick Novak on robbery charge in Cambridge
Boston police arrested Frederick Novak after a two week search. Patrolman Kerley found him on a Cambridge roof with bedclothes after a tip tied him to a Lewis street robbery. Novak pleaded innocence but was held for grand jury review and arraigned in Weston court.
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Chareter
Frederick Novak
Boston
Vatrolman Kerley
Tranover Street
Novak
Cambridge
Iherley
Concord
Kerley
Adams
Jreston
Peter Devichio
Lewis Street
Devichio
Lewis’ Street
Buickmere
Ner
Exposition Minstrels perform in Cambridge hall
Cambridge welcomes the Exposition Minstrels at Odd Fellows Hall on Thursday May 5 as a benefit for Clarence J. Herry. The program features Boston Banda Rosa A D Avino Frank Riley Frank Beckland John Mack Dana Quartet Chamberlain and Prof Kistner’s 30 piece orchestra with a noon street parade and popular prices.
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Cambridge
Odd Fellows’ Hall
North
New England
Clarence J. Herry
Clarence
Boston Banda Rosa
A. D'Avino
Frank Riley
Riley & Hughes
Frank Bckland
John Mack
Dockarader
Minstrels
Dana
Chamberlain
Kistner
Boston Elevated Railways Timetable Across Arlington to Adams Sq
A dense listing of subway and streetcar routes from Boston Elevated Railway Co. detailing Arlington Centre to Adams Squarevia Beacon Street and Harvard Square to various downtown points. Includes service hours, minute intervals, night and Sunday schedules, and multiple termini such as City Point Riverside Scollay Square and Newton-Watertown connections.
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Arlington Centre -To-Adams SQ
Beacon St
Adams Sq
Harvard Sq
Arlington Heights
East Cambridge
City Point
Subway
Broadway
Henry ST
Cambridgeport
Massacutis Hits Ave
Auburn
South Station
Rowe's Wharie
Winntington Ave
Harvard
Adams
Park SQ
Scollay SQ
Boylston St
Adams §&Q
Main St
River ST
Post Office SQ
Boylston
Cambridge
Dudley ST
Washington ST
Roxbury
Ronbury Crossing
Mount Auburn
Huron Ave
Newton
Wat LA Lown
Tiarvard SQ
AL M
North Cambridmie
Prospect ST
Ja.cu TD
Riverside
Scoll
Y—Sq
Adais Sq
Fan
Watertown
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Sentinel
William H. Shaunnessy
Cambridge Street
Central
L. U. Mbertings
Trix
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Wells
Lim
Miaiver McNamee
Daly Hintself
Stuuvlon
Flevit
Posice
Lst
Civil Service
Boylston Street
Ist
Purpose Daly
Lowers
Official
Yilotograptier
O'Brien and
PACEY
Keanny
Commonwealth
Pully
Dean Todges Spteriks
Watch and Ward Society
Toston
George Tredges
Harvard Theological Seminary
Newport
Boston Elevated Railway CO
Raymond
BONDS
Edward Crant
St Gerry Street
Herbert L. Rose
Western Avenue
River Street
Telemione
J.a.cummings Printing Co, Printers and Publishers
Oliver Street
Bias
Pres
P. H. Concannon
Treas
Main
M. Cavanagh
Main Street
James Curry
Junction Main
G. P. O'Brien
Bay St
Variety Store
Ave
North Canbridge
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