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Newspaper
Cambridge Sentinel
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1905
Page
2
The piece argues that tax rate increases will raise Cambridge’s taxes to among the highest in the state. It recalls past reductions under Mayor McNamee that spurred new buildings and improvements, warns that high rates will paralyze business, and criticizes the Non-partisan group as self serving. It urges taxpayers to wake up and hold officials responsible.
The piece urges Cambridge residents to register promptly for the upcoming election year. It warns of the need to vote for trusted Democratic candidates, stresses personal responsibility to check registration status, and encourages neighbors to verify their names are on the voter list. It discourages relying on others to transport voters to the polls.
Members return from Onset Bay vacation while Ardell Dunn shines in New York. Canoeing interest grows with seven canoes. Frank Hart and Tom Sullivan praise beauty of theirs. John Lyons plans Labor Day in Cambridge. Jack McLeod returns home after Blake Knowles to Worthington job. Hampered by workload L G McKeigan will skip Maine. Bill Grant Tug Doyle eye a Water town grocery. Danny Shea injured hand thumb before match with Jimmy Walsh. Charlie Johnson and Jimmy Con Troy stroll beside the Charles. W Irwin Hanlon declines overseas study, staying in Harvard Square.
Walter Stimpson a leading New England rowing authority known as the father of local rowing died at his home 2162 Massachusetts avenue after a long illness. He directed the New England Association of Amateur Oarsmen from 1887 to fourteen years as president and remained a director and executive committee member. He officiated as referee at many regattas in Boston area and nationally, with recent duties at Creve Coeur Lake and Royal Canadian events in July 1904.
Mr Stimpson of Cambridge aged fifty died at his home the old Davenport house a New England landmark riddled by revolutionary relics He was president of the Odd Fellows Building Association of North Cambridge owner of Odd Fellows hall and a Mt Sinai Lodge member He also belonged to the Amicable Lodge of Masons The Odd Fellows will conduct his funeral tomorrow at two oclock He is survived by his wife.
Members of the Lake Sunapee Outing Club journeyed to Lake Sunapee for a two week stay with a motor boat shipped in. Notable participants include Jim Fitzpatrick Mike Barry Sam Pill Joe Conway Joe Barry Charles Murray Dan Murphy Harry Brown Charles Abbott Sr and Jr Clark Doubleday Al Olsen and Sam Pill. The cottage sits on the lake shore as they anticipate a lively season of recreation and fishing adventures.
The club features top athletes including Frank Burnett high jump Jim Harrington shot put John Flynn pole vault and Fred Kallenberger trapeze work. John Bullock has signed with the Boston L and is performing well while Jim Delaney works at Blake Pump.
The article notes a rivalry between married and single members of a kids whist society led by Peter Curran and Ben Mulherin against Henry Callahan and Dick Delaney. It mentions social plans by the Ladies' Auxiliary, summer outings to Nahant and Revere Beach, and various members' activities.
On Cambridge field last Saturday the Junior team overwhelmed the Sunday school boys 88 to 10 in rain. Reardon and Hourt han led the backcourt, O Leary had four hits totaling 15. The item lists local sponsors and producers, including Daniel R. J. Murphy Wholesale and Retail Wall Papers and Raymond For Surety Bonds.
Three home runs and a triple sparked a big offensive day as Sacred Heart hitters piled up runs with Murphy Roche Redmond and Gallage driving in scores. Center fielder Bulger fielded superbly while starters Whalen and box artist Steele watched from the sideline. The Seniors planned games with Blanchards of Cambridge and Hurleys of South Boston as clubs and local figures gathered for an eventful afternoon.
Last Monday evening at the Cambridge street club rooms President James F. Black led a large attendance in urging early political work on registration and naturalization. Jeremiah F. Downey and Aldermen James Quinn Thomas Yates Henry Melkenna Martin Carew voiced support.
The Central Labor Union plans a Labor Day program on Cambridge field with an open handicap series directed by NOE and AAA. Races include sprints and distance events with gold watches for winners and silver trophies for runners-up. Entries close Aug 28. A high profile baseball game follows between the Institute team and Roxbury.
The event features a 0.33 mile race with a $50 prize for the winner, gold and silver watches for first and second, plus boys and girls races with gold medals and a band concert. Speakers include Mayor Daly and labor leaders from Boston Central Labor Union, South Framingham, and Textile Workers, with free public events from afternoon into evening.
Sacred Heart and Father Mathew fields may renew their series after each won one game. Rumors link Nifty Higgins to Larry Lajoie by marriage while Darda O'Brien boasts ties to Bill Hynes. Rindge Academy faces Wiltons at 3 pm. Russell's Chocolates meets New England Confectionery at the same hour. The All Stars seek games with Waite's Cambridge, Russells, Father Mathew, and others on remaining Saturdays. Cambridge plans a strong football squad. Labor Day plans include Roxbury to vs St Johns. Colonials vs Sacred Hearts and Unions today on Cambridge field diamond No 1. Institute vs Rossindale at American League Grounds. Peter Kelley of Boston Journal will umpire. Most expect a blood-scented, close game with a small margin for error. The All Stars and Cambridgeports clash at 2 pm on Cambridge Common.
Baseball editor calls on St. John's Literary Institute team to take proper action and ensure Arlington Baseball is treated fairly, urging sportsmanship and adherence to rules.
Arlington supporters accuse Institute manager English of a crude reception after last Saturday. He arranged a game with Arlington for Aug 12 at Cambridge then cancelled without notifying Arlington, instead playing at Wakefield. North Cambridge fans urge swift justice and a rematch with Arlington.
Hugh Mullen is named press committee chairman for the year and will lead a busy program. Members report smooth operation of committees and an anticipated Dandelion Pleasure Club event at Nantasket. Berkshire outing club guests enjoyed a salt breeze, boating, fishing, and a Nahant sail with a postdive ocean dip as the tide rose.
Boston elevated line times from Arlington Center to Adams and Scollay Square with daily, Sunday, night service details. Includes Harvard Square routes, West Boston Bridge stops, Roxbury Cros sing, Mount Auburn, Newton and Watertown connections, and noted Persian service hours for May 13 1905.
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