The Real and the Ideal in Cambridge Politics
A critique of the difference between ideal non-partisanship and real partisan practice in Cambridge. The piece condemns sophistry behind the Cambridge Idea and calls for honest debate over library governance, urging clear battles and avoiding deceptive naming to protect the city’s reputation.
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Kant
Hegel
Cambridge
Henry N. Wheeler
Good Government League
Library Hall
Wheeler
Democratic Party
Walcott’s Stand on Water Report Sparks Political Debate
In Cambridge, councilman Walcott opposes Downey’s motion to print the water supply committee report on Mr Wood’s order, prompting accusations of political maneuvering. The report, obtained by the Cambridge papers, undermines Walcott’s non partisan stance according to critics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walcott
Downey
Water Supply Committee
Wood
Ward
Cambridge
Mayor Daly Criticizes Council Members For Not Knowing Him
The piece mocks city officials who, after five months in office, do not personally know Mayor Daly. It praises his accessibility and democratic charm while urging delinquent members to improve ties with the mayor, framing their behavior as a political lapse.
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Trine
Sneha
Daly
Aurorndate
Almost a Complete Victory in Water Inquiry Controversy
A dissident column by Alderman Blodgett’s actions is cited showing inconsistency in the water supply committee and shifting positions on a $500,000 loan. The piece argues for a full investigation, warns of political tricks, and notes a split in the Non-partisans over funding and timing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alderman Blodgett
Water Supply Committee
Blodgett
Wood
BOS
Arther
Hobbs Brook
Fresh Pond
Newton Street
Democratic Chief Executive Faces City Council Critique
A critic argues the city chief executive lacks genuine democracy and ingratiates himself with honest residents while pushing partisan aims. The author questions the council’s judgment and labels the leader’s behavior as self serving and demonstrative, challenging his standing with the community.
Bunch Picnic Hosts Second Annual Ward Seven Club Event
Ward Seven Club members and friends gathered at Waverly Oaks on June 17 for the second annual pleate. Games included a 1 yard dash for boys 100 yard dash for girls open 3 legged mice race petite race married vs single men baseball and sack race among others.
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Ward -Seven Club
Waverly Oaks
Blodgett shifts on water loan amid calls for probe
The Blodgett alderman admits support for a two day investigation into water pipe plans and questions the proposed loan order. He concedes an investigation could reduce the needed sum, opposing secrecy and party lines while pushing for further study.
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Blodgettow
Sat
Wood
City Hall
Blodgett
School Committee Convenes Over Diploma Qualification Rule
A special meeting of the school committee failed to define diploma qualification standards after objections from several members. Critics call the lack of a clear rule deplorable since principals and teachers can interpret requirements, risking students not receiving diplomas based on class placement.
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Thurston
Messrs Stone, Piper and Lancaster
Critique of a Non-partisan Education Committee
The writer condemns the current committee as inefficient and notes disheartening clashes among Judge Stone Dr. Lancaster and Mr. Piper over an illiberal political aim. The piece argues the Non-partisan idea fails to improve, suggesting things are getting worse instead of better.
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Stone
Dr. Lancaster
Piper
As To Rounds in the State Senate Presidency
The article argues Massachusetts corporations will largely influence the choice for presiding officer. Mothers of the senate could choose independently but defer to vested authorities. A Cambridge senator is highlighted as a strong corporate-leaning candidate in a potential compromise scenario.
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State Senate
Massachusetts
Senate
Ambridge
Cambridge
Rumor Credence Grows on Champlin Retirement
The article notes growing belief Gen. Champlin will retire from Nonpartisan leadership next fall. Uncertainty targets a new head of the movement as talk of party breakup rises and a three ticket race risks disaster for the Non-partisans amid Daly's camp skepticism.
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Gen. Champlin
Champlin
Potomac
Daly
Davis and Party Lines Parley Draws Civic Debate
Opinion on Alderman Davis supports party allegiance while questioning his public spirit. The piece notes Davis led the Cambridge Republican Club after a recent election and warns a two party system would challenge his chances as a party boss.
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Davis
Republican Club
Cambridge
Councilman Wood Orders Stay at Homes and Rents Real Estate
Councilman Wood issues stay order for homes and directs Raymond to lease real estate. The action signals a municipal move to regulate property use and rental agreements. Community concerns and dates are not specified in the readable text.
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Wood
Raymond
City pays for summer concerts amid budget debate
Ward 10 councilman backs music programs as a $1700 Fourth of July plan faces finance committee scrutiny. Citizens seek continued concerts for those who stay in Cambridge during summer, while Cronin’s vote on a separate $150,000 loan is clarified amid procedural confusion.
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Ward
Cambridge
Finance Committee
Cronin
Downey
Hilled
Seventeenth of June Sparks Old Fortitude in Youth
In Boston and Cambridge residents recall the Battle of Bunker Hill as the Seventeenth approaches. Observers warn youngsters to celebrate safely, avoid dangerous fireworks, and remember the memory of the struggle beyond a single day.
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Bunker Hill
Boston
Emmons
Cambridge
General Bancroft
Disaster fears and political notes echo in harbor sorrow
Citizens mourn New York harbor disaster and Chicago tolls with blame on negligent leadership. The column critiques Representative Peabody of Cambridge, questions harmony in city governance over water pipelines and fountains, and laments police force erratic actions amid summer preparations.
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New York Harbor
Chicago
New York
Peabody
Cambridge
Myers
Hinstier
An announcement of a June wedding in the city
The couple, well known in the city, were born and bred locally. The groom, formerly with Riverside Press and brother to Arthur Burns, recently moved to New York for a significant role. The wedding reception followed at Mrs William P Fitzgeralds Hammond Street home with about fifty close relatives and friends.
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Burns
Riverside Press
Arthur
New York
William P. Fitzgerald
Hammond Street
Farewell for Fitzgerald Burns couple seek new home
Mr and Mrs Burns plan a July 1 at home reception at 14 W 30th St New York to bid friends farewell before moving to a new home. The event showcases costly presents highlighting their popularity. Dr Thomas E K Cunningham of 547 Massachusetts Avenue sailed Thursday on the White Star steamer Umbric bound for Europe for about nine weeks.
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Dr. Thos, EK. Cunningham
S47
Massachusetts Avenue
Umbric
White Star Line
Europe
British Isles
Bethel Kimball Indicted on Worthless Check Charge in Boston
Ethel N. Kimball, previously discharged by Judge Almy after a similar arrest in the city, was indicted last Saturday by the Suffolk county grand jury for a forged five dollar check given to Lews Novinski in West End Boston. She allegedly hired a horse and carriage, offered the check made out on Edna Savage, was arrested after a Middlesex county attempt failed, and pleaded not guilty in court.
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Ethel N. Kimball
Frank Norton
Almy
Suffolk County
Boston
Lew
Novinski
Chardon Street
West End
Edna Savage
Middlesex County
Miss Kimball
Burns-Shea Nuptials in St. Mary's Parrish Residence
Mr. Thomas Joseph Burns formerly of this city now in New York wed Miss Julia Agnes Shea of this city at St Marys of Raymonds parochial residence.
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Thomas Joseph Burns
New York
Julia Agnes Shea
City
St. Mary's
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Official Democracy
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Edward Crant
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University Tailoring CO
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Harvard Square
Cambridge Mass
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Mile ST
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Main
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Court Street
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LAM
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Court Square
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Frederick W. Dallinger
Harry N, Stearns
Frederick W. Foapick
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Western Avenue
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J.a.cummings Printing Co, Printers and Publishers
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Junction Main St
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Mass. Ave
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Green St
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