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Newspaper
Cambridge Sentinel
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1903
Page
5
At a common council meeting the Democrat majority urged presenting ethnographic evidence from witnesses in the street department investigation. The Non-partisan committee opposed disclosure arguing the evidence was not shared with the council or public. They also argued witnesses' names should be publicly released.
The piece argues Coveney’s predicted tax rate would burden homeowners and renters if Non-partisans win, while Daly supports higher costs. It warns of more mortgage pressure and rent increases, urging continued prudent City Hall leadership to avoid higher taxes.
The notice commends General Champlin and Cambridge police for strong enforcement of the no license law. It cites Frozen Truth praising Chief Henry J. Cunningham and successor Lothrop J. Cloyes for active duty and dedication to enforcing the law and maintaining citizen confidence.
The feature of the campaign just drawing to a close centers on the Non-partisans failing to meet opponents’ arguments while the Democrats vigorously attack every argument made against them. The piece highlights the clash between parties and the intensity of campaign rhetoric as voters approach the election.
The speaker signals a willingness to confront the old enemy next year. He vows to fight under his own colors not the party’s borrowed plumage and welcomes Republican friends to the coming clash. The Delys Coveners and the Donovans are targeted to lose prestige from the current mythical label.
A Cambridge public notice cites Father Burke’s lecture at the Academy of Music in New York urging readers to vote no on license expansion, arguing that saloons ruin souls and imploring voters to prevent evil by increasing the majority over last year. The appeal frames conscience and salvation as central to the licensing decision.
Alderman Coveney at a Non-partisan rally in Fraternity hall North Cambridge called city laborers poor devils. He argued citizens would tolerate higher taxes to keep workers employed. At Sept 1 aldermen meeting Democrats voted to borrow 50000 for street construction. Coveney opposed the motion.
The Cambridge Board of Health inspector, Johnson, began duties in spring and has condemned tainted meat and spoiled provisions. He rejected decayed fish, bob veal from young calves, and rotten lobsters, preventing illness and improving citizen welfare across the city. He earned broad approval from both people and dealers.
The inspector condemned over 200000 pounds of provisions amid a citywide push to curb diseased and tainted meat fish and vegetables. After four years with no inspector Cambridge saw a new era of food safety led by Inspector Johnson under the Board of Health and Mayor McNamee.
The non partisan movement in Cambridge evolves under Gen Edgar R Champlin as campaign manager. The process labels include broadening yet splits into Champliniam, with Champlin dictating terms, sidelining dissenters, and eroding party trust among citizens and opponents.
Citizens warned about Daly's inexperience in city finances as he allegedly misreads budget rules. The piece urges workingmen to vote for McNamee and the Democratic ticket next Tuesday, arguing Daly's supporters include those tied to employment.
The committee urges a large volunteer turnout for election day poll work. Citizens are asked to send name and address to any member, call Cambridge 1265-3, or report to Prospect Street headquarters.
A lengthy critique accuses Cambridge’s Non-partisan party of hypocrisy and Republican control. It alleges pandering to win votes, incompetence in office, and a lodge-centered city administration. The piece notes a 1901 mayoral election marked by distrust of the party’s proclamations.
The article accuses the Nonpartisan party of falsehoods during Cambridge politics, detailing claims about the mayor’s religion, misused funds, and incompetence in the Board of Health. It defends Dr. Sennott and Dr. McGirr, cites Harvard students registered as Cambridge residents, and praises city leadership and services as evidence of honest governance.
Democrats find $96,000,000 in property never assessed, boosting potential tax base by about $101,000 for city services. The discovery could affect funding for local government and public amenities.
In a letter to Mayor McNamee dated December 6, 2063, an article in Suburban alleges the Dow removal by the McNamee administration led to child deaths under a new caregiver. Nurses say the outcomes were preventable with the former staff.
A 1908 Philadelphia document includes remarks by Dr Edwin Farnham denying complaints about Dr McGirr and records on hospital staff and public health figures. The letter to Hon John H McNamee dated December 7 1908 references non-parishioner criticism and ongoing health concerns in the city.
A Cambridge political column urges electing Hon John H. H. McNamee as mayor. It criticizes Alderman Coveney and Champlin supporters, praises Speaker candidates, and notes Sentinal subscription price cut. A sixth annual charity ball is described with local attendees and dance details.
A candidate appeals to Cambridge voters to vote for honesty and liberty at the polls. The speech attacks Champlin and supports the Republican and Nonan lines, urging residents to judge past party actions and elect a loyal, proven man who backs working people.
Professor Hugo Munsterburg of Hatsvard s psychological department has been appointed non resident status in psychology at Columbia for the year. He will give a eight lectures there during the of February. Thomas Durnan of Cond nue was the principal sufferer by I Sunday afternoon fire. He lost near all of his clothing. Veuae
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