Resident Calls for Action on Cider Mill Pond Nuisance
George H Mahady of Huron Avenue leads complaints against Cider Mill Pond in Cambridge. He cites a stagnant water body fed by a brook from Payson Park reservoir, breeding mosquitoes and emitting a strong odor in hot summers. He urges turning the Hittinger farm manure runoff into a sewer and filling the pond after cleanup, blaming the Board of Health for ignoring petitions and citing city regulations against discharging waste into ponds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George H. Mahady
Huron Avenue
Payson Park
Hittinger Farm
Mahady
Cider Mill
Board of Health
Cambridge
Board of Health of
City of
George I. Mahady
Labor View Clarifies Laborer Stand On Water Conduit
A Brattle Street column argues that laboring men do not seek to dictate city policy. It quotes a prominent labor leader saying Cambridge labor should do the pipe laying if built, and that elected officials must decide the conduit matter. The piece accuses Non-partisans of misrepresenting labor’s position.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joel
Cambridge
Brattle Street
Democratic Convention Faces Historic St Louis Gathering
The article previews the Democratic convention in St Louis as a pivotal event likely to unite diverse interests after years of variance. It highlights seasoned leaders, rising figures, and the possibility of an unexpected nominee emerging as a dark horse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Jefferson
Democratic Party
St. Louis
America
Park funds split by reorganization scheme and alleged graft
A critical letter accuses aldermen of mismanaging police and park finances during a reorganization. It charges non-partisan leaders with cutting park appropriations, diverting money from the poor to political ends, and weakening beach and park policing as Harvard campus changes left posts unstaffed. The writer urges action by council members to protect public resources.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Police
Curstein
Lake
Davie
Pen
Monk
Harvard
Pullen
Political contest for Democratic nomination described
The piece analyzes a Democratic convention, noting Parker and Hearst as leading delegates but no candidate likely to secure a two thirds majority. It highlights dark horses Olney Williams Folk Cockrell McClellan with Cleveland possibly influencing the platform. Massachusetts Olney could shift the race. local figures Gas ton Douglas Collins Thayer Facey O Brien are also mentioned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judge Parker
New York
W. R. Hearst
Sonsa
Richard Olney
Massachusetts
John Sharp Williams
Mississippi
Hlouse
Representatives
Folk
St. Louis
Missori
Cockrell
Missouri
McClellan
New York City
Grover Cleveland
Cleveland
Bryan
Arthur Pue Gorman
Maryland
Gorman
Hill
Belmont
Murphy
Olney
United States
Gaston
Douglas
Collins
Thayer
Pollution in Fresh Pond Drainage Sparks City Debate
The piece notes visible drainage from a manure pile into a brook and cites Superintendent Brooks estimating over 300,000 gallons daily entering Fresh Pond, far higher than Councilman Wood’s 40,000. Mayor and city officials question sewer committee handling as Aldermen Davis Lake and Barnard are named, with promises the issue is not settled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brooks
Wood
Committee On Sewers
Davis
Lake
Barnard
Cambridge Officials Push for Water Meters
Cambridge residents show strong demand for water meters with over 1200 people on the waiting list. The water board’s Tuesday night request for an additional $150 says meters will reduce water supply extensions for five years, despite past Non-partisan opposition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cambridge
Water Board
Cottin
Smithers Calls For Independent Water Board Inquiry
Councilman Smithers urges a personal inquiry as the water ban debate heats up. The councilroom discussion shows Non-partisans leaning toward figures and action, with calls for a thorough investigation to uncover the truth behind the water issue. Ike men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smithers
Common Council
Water Board
Ike Men
Mayor Daly Tours Fresh Pond Water Issue
The mayor visited Councilmen Meyers Smithers Mevere and Wood at Meyers store to discuss a $5,000 sewer order. Wood criticized the sewer committee for filing without tests, and the group including Superintendent Brooks rode to Fresh Pond to inspect the stagnant brook and polluted water.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daly
Meyers
Smithers, Mevere
Wood
Fresh Pond
Brooks
The Cunningham Case and Cambridge Politics
Findings by Justice Barker affirm Chief Cunningham's legal appointment and state the chief's tenure is at mayor and aldermen discretion. The case will be finally settled by the full court, clarifying whether police leadership remains political or outside civil service. Also notes St Johns society seeks shower baths for Rindge Field and critiques current administration on subway delays and local council figures.
Municipal council leadership on ballot votes and looming adjournment
On the first ballot Councilman Wood and Walcott each received nine votes for presidency pro tem. A second ballot brought Harlow in to cast a vote, giving Wood the needed majority while Walcott received ten. Harlow later claimed he voted for Wood, casting doubt on the result as the city government prepares for an upcoming one meeting adjournment and a likely early fall hiatus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wood
Walcott
Harlow
Cambridge Man Dies After Fatal Carbolic Acid Intake
Dav'd Hamilton aged 48 of 280 Flamilton street Cambridgeport died Thursday morning from carbolic acid. He had been unemployed and despondent, slept poorly, and was found on the floor with a small bottle beside him. He left a widow and three grown children. Also reported: Miram Coggswell wed Ernest Hubbard Cooke at Mrs. E. P. Sawyer home, ceremony by Rev. Henry H. Saunderson. bride in white muslin with pink sweet pea bouquet. no attendants. reception followed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hamilton
Flamilton Street
Cambridgeport
E. PD. Sawyer
Clinton Street
Miram Coggswell
Elizabeth @. Gray
Ernest Hubbard Cooke
Pittsfield
Henry H. Saunderson
Austin Street
St Peter's Graduates Hold Exercises in Concord Ave Hall
The advanced class of St. Peter's parish completed its Christian doctrine studies with a Tuesday night program at St. Peter's Hall Concord avenue. Pupil chosen papers praised. salutatorian William Phelan and valedictorian Mabel F Lycette led with high delivery. Diplomas awarded to O'Hare Phelan Maurice Phelan Lycette Reed Corcoran Casey Galvin Sharkey and Lycette.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Peter's Parish
St. Peter's Hall
Concord Avenue
P. A. Supple
William Phelan
Lillian Lycette
Mabel F. Lycette
Thomas More
Susie Sharkey
American
John O'Hare
John Henry Newman
Mary Corcoran
Gertrude Reed
Maurice Phelan
Bessie Casey
Abby Galvin
Morrissey- Powers United In Somerville Church
At St Pauls church on Tuesday morning Miss Elizabeth A Powers daughter of carpenter Thomas Powers and William Morrissey were united in marriage. Nuptial high mass was celebrated by Fr Farrell. The bride wore white crepe de chine and carried sweet peas. Bridesmaid Miss Gertrude Carroll wore pink mul and pink sweet peas. Best man was Paul Morrissey. Afterward breakfast was served at 712 Brewer Street. The couple plan a wedding tour and will reside on Boston Street Somerville. They received many handsome presents including silver and glassware, a mahogany music cabinet, and other items from relatives and friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Paul's Church
Elizabeth A. Powers
Thomas Powers
Carpenter
William Morrissey
Farrell
Gertrude T. Carroll
Paul Morrissey
Brewer Street
Boston Street
Somerville
Morrissey
George Melearn
Gertrude Bergner
Arthur St
Tabor
David Powers
William Powers
John Towera
Edward Powers
Thos. Powers
Mary Ready
Hut
S. of
Thomas Williams
McDonough
N. J. Hamilton
Gloucester
James KF. Doherty
Mr. Morrissey
Presentation to Mrs Teele at Russell School Cambridge
A graduating event at Russell School Cambridge featured a gold watch presentation to Mrs Alice Gray Teele by associate teachers. Teele, who resigned after years of service, responded gracefully and has been named superintendent of the Franklin Square House, earning wide affection and respect in the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Russell School
Cambridge
Mra
Alice Gray Teele
Teele
Russel School
Franklin-square House
Ling
Homelike Atmosphere Noted at Reform Institution
The institution is famous for its homelike atmosphere and the kind solicitude shown for residents by the management. Rev. Dr. George L. Perin heads the organization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George L. Perin
Cunningham heads to Prince Edward Island for rest and estate duties
Chief Henry J. Cunningham and his sister Mrs. William J. O'Donnell departed for Prince Edward Island. Mrs. O'Donnell stays a month or longer for rest, while Cunningham returns in about ten days to dispose of the Miscouche homestead and settle his mother's estate as executor. He also handles business for his firm and ties to a Holy Ghost Hospital lawn party and Democratic field day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry J. Cunningham
William J. O'Donnell
Prince Edward Island
Holy Ghost Hospital
Day speakers named for Democratic Meld Day event
President Cunningham of the Democratic City committee names Hon. John F. H. McNamee John H. Corcoran Representative James P. Aylward Peter Mullin and James H. Barrett to assist in securing public speakers for Meld Day on August 27. Cunningham is out of town for a few days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cunningham
Democratic City Committee
John FH. H. McNamee
John H. Corcoran
James I’. Aylward
Peter Mullin
James IT. Barrett
Decree Finds Cunningham Chief of Police Appointment Valid
Mr Justice Barker held the original appointment of the petitioner as chief of police valid, ruled the office not under civil service rules, and that tenure was during the mayor and aldermen's pleasure. He ceased to hold office by its determinate tenure and was not removed, and he reports for full court determination in the fall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Justice Barker
Cunningham
Noeless
Bathing Hours at Captain's Island Listed
Publication lists daily bathing times for Captain's Island across July with multiple entries. Times cover afternoon and evening slots, noting specific windows and prices in dollars for each day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Captain's Island
Timo
Wing Smith wedding unites Miss Lillian Wing and Willis Smith
Miss Lillian Wing a Watertown teacher and Willis Smith a Cambridge resident and Boston businessman married by Rev. Geo Hodges at St John Memorial Chapel Bramue Street Tuesday evening. Norman Hayward best man and Miss Kra ith Winship maid of honor. Bridesmaids M McCurdy and Stockwell Water town ushers T R Rowall and L M Simpson. The bride was given away by R F Hauling. After a short trip the couple will reside in Medford.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lillian Wing
Watertown
Willis Smith
Boston
Cambridge
Geo. Hodges
St. John Memorial Chapel
Bramue Street
Norman Hayward
Kraith Winship
M. McCurdy and
Stockwell
T. R. Rowall
L. M. Simpson
R. 4. Hauling
Boston Elevated Railway Timetables For Arlington to Adams Square
Schedule excerpt shows transit times between Arlington Centre Arlington Heights and Adams Square with morning and night service patterns. Includes Harvard Square East Cambridge connections to City Point and Subway via Broadway with listed start times and intervals on Sundays and weekdays.
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Arlington Centre
Adams SQ
Beacon
Harvard Sq
Arlington Heights
East Cambridge
City Point
Harvard
Subway
Broadway
Adams
Park
South Boston
Hunt, Ave
Boylston St
Scollay Sq
Main St
River ST
Cambridge
Dudley
Washington ST
Roxbury
Roxbury Crossing
Mount Auburn
Huron Ave
Newton
Watertown
North Cambridge
Prospect ST
Riverside
Scollay
Watertown SQ
M. c
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The
Cambridge Sentinel
Massachusetts Ave
Mass
Congress
Sentinel
William H. Shaunnessy
Mbridge Street
Park Board
Mir
St. John's Catholic Total
Ike
Conncil
O'Neil
Stearns
Council
House of Representatives
Raymond
Coggswell—Cooke
ST. Peter's
Morrissey—Powers
Raymond's
P. E. Island
Wing—Smith
Charles
E. P. Griffin
North Gambridge
H. J. Shaw
Miller & Shaw
Sixth Street
Albin L. Richards
Mile ST
Central Square
Dietrick, Duncan & Wolcott Attorneys At Law
State ST
Massachusetts Avenue
Francis P. Curran
Pemberton Square
Haymarket
Hotel Majestic
Arthur L. Farrell
Court Street
Spring St
Janes B. Vallely
Briggs Building
Washington Street
Amory St
John J. Scott
Atlas 610
Pemberton Building
Leonard Avenue
J. Joseph Foley
Chronicle Building
John E. Hannigan
Barristers’ Hall
Jas. F. Aylward
Tremont Building
Tremont St
Tel
Freeman Hunt
Court Square
George A. Perkins
Matin
James D. Hill
William J. Greene
Ball
Williard St
Orrick
House
John P. Brennan
DeWolf Street
Harvard Square
Maurice M. Lynch
Frank Street
John A. Kelleher
Felix Conlan
Cambridge, Street
East
Arthur P. Stone
Huon Bancroft Frepenick
Dallinger
Harry
Frepenick
Fospick
Oriental Tea Company
Java
Ignig
Seollay Equare
Boston Elevated Railway CO
Raymond’s
BONDS
Millett’s
Boylston Street
A. V. Millett
Prof
Herbert L. Rose
Western Avenue
River Street
J.a.cummings
Printers and Publishers
Oliver Street
Brags
Presa
P. H. Concannon
Treas
M. Cavanagh
James Curry
Junction Main
G. P. O'Brien
Bay St
F, Whiting & CO
UNION
Green St
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