Cambridge Democratic Field Day Promises Record Attendance
With weather permitting, Cambridge Democratic City Committee hosts a Civic Field Day at Charles River Park on Saturday, August 27. The event features athletic and baseball games for youths, ward prizes, and speeches from prominent figures including ex Mayor McNamee and several state representatives. Ward leaders report strong female backing and expect a record turnout across the city.
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William P. Nickerson
Thomas Ir. Tigne
Thomas J. Conrick
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Sacred Heart Parish Holds Ninth Annual Field Day at Mt Auburn
The Sacred Heart parish of Mt Auburn held its ninth annual field day on the church grounds with a large crowd despite threatening skies. Funds raised are expected to boost the church treasury greatly. Five district refreshment booths operated by local ladies offered a variety of edibles as an extensive souvenir program showcased by a 40-page booklet. Amusements included games, music, and dancing, with a fundraising contest between the local Total Abstinence Society and Mt Auburn Court of Foresters, won by the Temperance Society. A sports program in the afternoon listed events such as a 100-yard dash won by Wm Curry.
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Mt. Auburn
Nolworthy
M. J. Feeney
Jarret Lacey
Delia Donlan
M. O'Brien
Cushing Street
Lizzie Rose
KE. Curtin
Prancocur
Annie Connolly
Cottage Street
M. Doody
Ic. Mee
Ic. J. Quighkey
Wmn. Andrews
Starvard
Landrigan
Ic. J. Rose
J. Long
Burgess
Norwood Park
Mollie S Logan
FP. Morley
Nf. Weller
J. Mee
Jas, Callan
Mary Andrews
J. P. White
Alice Callahan
Edward McNamara
M. Davoren
Thomas Culhane
Marsgaret Donlan
John Slogan
James Laffey
Thos. Powderly
Win. Shelley
Richard
Total Abstinence Society
Mt. Auburn Court of Foresters
Temperance Society
Rifle range danger prompts Lexington officials to act
The Lexington selectmen complain to Mayor Daly that the rifle range is unsafe after bullets pass by near a passerby. Selectman EB Stone cites fear among workers and urges immediate action, noting the range has been shut for ten years with four already expired. Acting Mayor Coveney asks military captains to increase shooting precautions.
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Daly
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Eb.i. Stone
Coveney
Hendrick Club Hosts Meeting and Variety Entertainment
A large Hendrick Club gathering in Cambridge rooms featured remarks by President Morris on the Democratic field day, organizer Doris on ward organization, and treasurer McDermott on naturalization. The Hendricks trio led songs with performances by Hanlin, Peasee, Champney, Jordan, and others, ending with And Lung Syne. A committee was formed to plan an entertainment and dance for late fall.
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John J. Morris
Democratic Committee of
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Charles River Park
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Thoms McDermott
Hendricks
David Hilin
Olin Jordan
Timothy Melkenna
David Hanlin
Tienry Peasee
Wiliam Champney
James Jordan
William Brickett
Geo
Embers
Prospect Tall
St Louis Fair Trip Draws Cambridge Boys as Herald Guests
In the Boston Herald newsboys contest for free St Louis Fair trips two Cambridge youths James J. Mullen of Baldwin Street and Harry Canavan of Cambridge Street were selected as guests. They receive outfits and a dress suit case for the ten day journey with the party of fifty leaving this afternoon.
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Boston Herald
Cambridge
James J. Mullen
Baldwin Street
Harry Canavan
Cambridge Street
Ierald
Local School Sports Day Yields Multiple Event Victories
John Costello won the boys jump, Nellie Monahan led the girls race, Henry McDonnell took the half mile, John Coyle won the fat men's race, Arthur Kenney claimed the broad jump, William McDonnell won the boys race, Stephen Hinds took the three standing jump, H McDonnell and A Rose won the three legged race, Richard Gritfin topped the shot put. Credit is given to Mr Coughlin and Fr Splaine for their tireless work. a full report will appear with the final totals once returns warrant.
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Nellie Monahan
Henry McDonnell
John Coyle
Arthur Kenney
Wm. McDonnell
Stephen Hinds
H. McDonnell
A. Rose
Richard Gritfin
Coughlin
Fr. Splaine
Funeral of Callahan OConnell in St John chapel
The funeral of Callahan OConnell, longtime foreman of the Fresh Pond Ice Co now in Brookline New Hampshire, was held at St John s chapel. He died in Brookline after 47 years with the company. He leaves a widow and five children with services conducted by Rev John McCool and others. burial at Arlington.
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O'Connell
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Hittinger Ice Co
Fresh Pond
S<ate Williamson
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Frank McGuiggan
John Molloy
William O'Connell
Somerville
Patrick O'Connell
Ice Company
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John McCool
William I. Murphy
James TD. I. Wesley
Mary Biffin
Tinight
Yair
Teurial
St. Paul’s Cemetery
Arlington
Bennett
Hittinger
Davenport
aConnnell
Jeremiah O'Connell
James Keefe
Dennis Smgves
Patrick Conlin
Thomas Wilroy
Lawrence Tiordsan
Against Parker Roosevelt gains Sun support in campaign shift
The New York Sun declares it will oppose Parker for president, backing Roosevelt and Fairbanks citing Parker's lack of initiative and leadership. The Boston Herald agrees, suggesting capitalists favor Roosevelt for stability and programs. A separate note mentions a burglary on Hampshire Street with $3.78 stolen from a shop drawer.
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Ward 7 clash looms in bold Cambridge political scene
The Sentinel’s Gossips describe early infighting among the Ward 7 Republicans as they maneuver for advantage in Middlesex district 4. Articles from Boston papers note Cornelius MacArthur’s pledge of 600 to secure the nomination, with Walter Cowlishaw opposing the tactic as dishonest. The piece links local club chatter to campaigns, future honors, and the social dynamics of Auburn and Cambridge clubs, ending with a reader letter about Socialist debate challenges and a potential Houghton schoolhouse bid.
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Transmer
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Remirk
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Auburn
the Sentinel
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Elthyons
Tain
Youra
Controversy Over City School Plans and Officials Fees
The letter discusses suspicions of a deal to pay Partner Fogarty $500 for old Peabody school plans and alterations, with complaints about council manipulation and shifts in local offices. It also mentions political maneuvering around the Everett dormitory project, the Daly and Coveney ties, and Senator Hounds’ bid for reelection, plus Porto Rican delegation activities linked to Cornell and Harvard visits and return plans.
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Houghton” School
Peabody School
Harlow
Everett
Ward
City Employees Holiday Parade Decision Spurred by Downey Vote
City officials plan a holiday parade for eligible employees on west Tigsday. Counellman Downey led the effort with support from other council members. Despite protests from Meyers and Stevens, the measure passed, enabling locals who can be spared to witness the G. A. T. R. parade and honor those who fought to preserve the Union at a national encampment.
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Counellmen Meyers
Stevens
West Tigsday
Harvard summer school gymnastic exercises conclude with crowd
A large assembly at the Tremenway gymnasium marked the culmination of the Harvard summer school of physical training. Afternoon demonstrations featured practical training exercises, holiday routines, and calisthenics with wooden dumbbells and Swedish free exercises. About 184 attendees, many instructors from across the country, studied under Dr. Dudley A. Sargent.
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Swedish boom and ladder training classes featured
An article describes instruction under Christian Eberhard and Hari Vig Nissen with exhibitions of bounding balls by Anna I. MicDuffee’s 16 girls, tumbling by Edward von den Steinen, gymnastic feats by Annie Crowell, and strong displays by J Leonard Mason and Jennie B. Wilson. Classes on flying rings, German horse, and 28 women in classic dancing follow, ending with an indoor baseball game led by Imace KE Kingsbury.
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Anna I. MicDuffee
Edward von den Steinen
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J. Leonard Mason
Jennie B. Wilson
Charles B. Lewis
Melvin B. Gilbert
Imace KE
Kingsbury
G. A. R. Encampment Welcomed by Cambridge Citizens
Cambridge prepares to host visiting Civil War veterans and G A R members for the national encampment. Local organizations pledge hospitality and the city will quarter several bodies during the week. Officials list roles as Cambridge aims to honor veterans and foster patriotism among youth.
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Health Board Grants Licenses For Horses And Undertaker
The Board of Health met Wednesday afternoon with Chairman Weeks absent. Michael J Shea received a license to keep five horses at 248 Harvard Street. Mirani’s petition to keep three horses on Payette Street was continued for two weeks. Edward C. Cox was granted an undertaker license to run until May 1, 105. Other routine business discussed.
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Michael J Shea
Harvard Street
Tues Mirani
Payette Street
John (. Brennan
Edward C. Cox
Summer school closes at Harvard after exams
The Larvarl summer school closed yesterday as examinations finished across courses. About 775 students are leaving today or tomorrow for home, many having spent time during vacations improving their subjects. The Squam Lake engineering camp continues a month, while two ecological trips to Yellowstone Park and Colorado proceed in the West. Harvard will resume after opening in late September.
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Yellowstone Park
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Rascally orchard raid sparks Cambridge chase tale
A Boston paper exaggerates a Cambridge incident as a dramatic fruit theft. Police pursued youths aged 15 to 17 who fled across Lee street and Massachusetts avenue after picking pears. A bicycle and bag were abandoned. officers later found the vacant 17 Lee street residence. Daniel F. Toomey and John J. McCarthy enjoy a two week outing at Cushing, NH.
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Boston
Cambridge
Lee Street
Massachusetts Avenue
Griffiths
Edward Ferris
Horace Osborne
A. C. Webber
Vatrolman Doherty
Middle Marsh
Daniel F. Toomey
John J. McCarthy
Webster Avenue
Cushing
NIT
Mother's Stand Triggers Child Kidnapping Scene
Mrs Caroline Hadley refused to return home with her husband William Tadley of Somers Point N J after months of abuse She pressed for custody of her 1 5 month old son Julius as Tadley seized the child and fled over a fence Before police could intervene the father disappeared leaving the mother in a fainting spell The case turns on natural guardian rights and a probate court petition for custody with possible divorce forthcoming Mrs Hadley sought legal counsel and alerted authorities while a bodyguard was placed at the home for protection.
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Nother
Chestnut Street
William Lan A Tiadhey
Sumipee
N. J1
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Hindley
Lrobate
Lucy Morrill
Los Mears Street
Cambridge
Julius
Tadley
Bak
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Revival of Russell Club Seeks to Aid Democratic Ticket
Members of the Russell Democratic Club of Cambridge plan renewed activity to back Parker and Davis in the election. A letter signed by club leaders invites old members to renew involvement, sign the enlistment statement, and support the presidential candidate aligned with the club’s constitutional principles.
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Davis
Russelllib
Cambridge
Wim. Bd. Russell Democratic Club
R. Cogswele
William Garrett Brown
Augustine J. Daly
Hollis R. Bailey
John TH. Corcoran
Merton
Keith
Elmer TL. Bright
David J. Staskins
Plans Near Completion for Charles River Dam
The Charles River dam project plans and specifications are nearly finished and proposals for construction are expected in a few days. The new dam will replace the Craigie bridge and cost about 85000 dollars, changing the river’s appearance above that point. C J Phelan of 18 Vernon street reported his coat stolen from the hallway Wednesday afternoon.
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Cambridge
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