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Newspaper
Cambridge Sentinel
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1904
Page
2
The piece accuses Mayor Daly of pandering to Irish-Catholic interests to secure renomination, arguing a nonpartisan machine uses him while denouncing his independence. It attacks Library Hall tactics, praises Chief Cunningham, and predicts Daly’s political decline if street politics prevail.
On inauguration day the mayor lamented limited time to address departmental affairs and offered a single stance vacation schools or lazy mother’s schools. The episode drew universal disappointment and newspaper charity, with editors urging caution toward the mayor’s future promises despite a tight schedule.
The Non-partisan board members long held a rule against voting on mayoral nominations when no vacancy existed. They argued that a principle must be partisan in scope, enforcing unwavering consistency. Now conditions changed, and they appear ready to repudiate that stance to serve current aims.
A city editorial denounces mayoral influence and party loyalty in police appointments, condemning the board of aldermen for endorsing partisan favoritism. It singles out the Weeks nomination over Weatherbee, questions Weeks' qualifications, and warns of deteriorating political morals as new voters observe the conduct.
City solicitor Peavey has long advised Cambridge. The piece questions his influence and reliance on expediency over statutory law, citing cases where his opinions were later deemed not law and calling for scrutiny of mayoral use of power and the charter’s limits. Chief Cunningham’s appointment dispute sparks broader concerns about legal authority.
The piece argues a mayor should have fixed limits on police power, warning that without clear rules a future mayor could discard the entire force and appoint loyalists. It contends the current view by Peavey and Daly is too broad and urges definite statutory restraint.
The city ballots out three ex overseers Walker Bullock and Millan and elects Mullen Winslow and Masse with ties to St Vincent de Paul and the Republican cause. The change promises improved charity distribution and less political influence in aid.
Mayor Daly nominated Mr. Tracy for superintendent of public buildings last Tuesday, pending Non-partisan aldermen approval. The letter argues Mr. Gray’s past ouster and later vindication, accusing the Non-partisans of hypocrisy and urging consistency in confirming a candidate aligned with their historical stance.
The piece contrasts Democratic and Non-Partisan views on spoils and honesty. It accuses Non-Partisan leaders of hypocrisy while noting a claimed unfulfilled deal and a promoted by Officer Hurley seeking advancement. The fragment hints at a political struggle and a push for public awareness of a possible deal.
Mayor McNamee faced pressure as Coveney and Iehan claimed a deal to appoint Hurley captain in exchange for opposing the mayor and placing John Allen in lawmaker lines. Hurley reportedly opposed McNamee while his brother-in-law shifted away from Democrats, prompting calls for inquiries into alleged spoils system abuses and reform betrayals.
A critical editorial denounces Mr. Coveney's plan to let a committee decide where a measure is reported. It argues corporations would abuse the change to kill favorable laws, urges council to defeat the amendment and uphold the "City before self" principle. It warns against following Coveney and stresses the present rule as wise.
A Chronicle summary recalls J. Locatelli and Tracy in a fight over Elm Street schoolhouse payments. It contrasts Non-partisan and Democratic administrations, noting past Chay trial findings and contractor material rejections under Shea. The piece lauds Democratic city business practices in Cambridge.
Much talk surrounds increases given by Superintendent Shea just after the election. Several men had applied for raises and the action followed the political cycle, prompting scrutiny over timing and authority.
The Cambridge Chronicle criticizes Superintendent Shea and Mayor Daly over planned wage increases for city workers. It argues the timing before or after elections was manipulated, defends the mayoral authority over the street department, and predicts future adjustments will be carried out despite opposition from the Chronicle and some residents.
The text lauds the fall in steel prices and credits former Cambridge mayor McNamee and Boston mayor Collins with saving Cambridge and Boston about $200,000. It reframes political blame, contrasts Democratic leadership with Non-partisan rule, and accuses graft ending under McNamee while predicting it to resume under current government.
The piece accuses Mayor Daly of hypocrisy and political manipulation through advisers once linked to Library Hallers, now aligned with the Good Government League. It argues changes in the police department serve partisan goals and reward inspector Hurley, criticizing the chief magistrate and urging scrutiny of Cunningham’s removal.
A critical comparison contrasts Mayors Daly and McNamee. The piece argues McNamee kept his word while Daly made unfulfilled promises, warning voters that time will reveal Daly as hypocritical and that supporters may regret their ballots if promises fail to materialize.
The Chronicle defends its report on Mr. Clokas saying the selection was not political, addressing public concern and emphasizing the perceived neutrality of the appointment.
A speaker weighs Mr Olukas as a behind the scenes force in party work and questions the amount Mr Clukas collected for the Non-partisan campaign. The piece notes disputes over payments to Supt Shea for a watering cart, and queries whether the Non-partisans will reward services with the previously refused five dollars per day.
A city alderman introduces an order to shift board meetings to start at 7.90 instead of 7 o clock. Editorials question practicality and argue that hurried committee work harms the city’s interests. Opponents fear loss of Tuesday evening committee meetings and urge longer deliberation by committees.
Supt Shea plans lasting improvements after recent storms. Sidewalk plows, once limited to public grounds, are now used to clear routes to churches and to factories. Workers report at 4 A M to clear church approaches and factory sidewalks, aiding early service attendees and daily laborers.
A local paper ridicules Senator Rounds for declining to chair a special committee on employer employee relations. It claims he is not suited for deep problems and praises his business ability instead. The piece notes he operates a Joy Street room with several jobbing masons.
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