Cambridge Police Reform Sparks Partisan Debate
A letter argues the Cambridge police should adopt a chief deputy system similar to other major departments. It criticizes current partisanship and praises Deputy Batchelder while noting undefined duties. The piece warns against a costly police commission and questions the control of police strategy, citing mud contracts and local politics pitfalls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caibridge
Committee On Police
Democratic Party
Cunningham
Tn Har Mony
Police
Batchelder
Police Department of
Cambridge
Park
State
Louse
Univy
Treasury
Washington
Tribune Critique Sparks Editorial Controversy
The piece accuses the Tribune editors of bias and raises questions about their coverage of city contracts. It cites a critique of Me Cox and the commission, arguing the editorials misrepresent responsibility and fail to note all involved parties in a 13 line sample.
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Tribune
Dante
Tess
Wdvertisenent
Cosimos
Ther
Cox
Pribune
Henry 1
Yorxa
Pather O'brien
Cort
City dispute over mud contracts and city payments
Local records show a legal dispute alleging that contracts forced the city to pay per cubic yard for mud used in park projects. The issue centers on mixing mud with gravel and whether separate accounting existed for mud vs gravel purchases. The plaintiff asserts the city was improperly charged for mud under a general contract.
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Cox
Ciy
Fubie
Theo
Ttna
Trylers
Ark
Piveliade
Imud
Uliis
Mrosx
Iidds
Blodgett and Blodgett Voice On Charges At Hearing
The dialogue centers on Blodgett defending against impeachment style charges amid a heated forum. Antagonists question the integrity of the process and the sincerity of statements by Blodgett and associates as a probe unfolds.
Coveneу An Impostor in Local Dispute
A critical editorial accuses Mr Coveney of imposture in defending Mrs Cox amid a political dispute. The piece condemns his use of religious rhetoric, denounces deception, and urges voters to see through his reported manipulation and partisan tactics. It portrays the pastor as falsely aligning with Democratic interests and warns against corrupt political methods.
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Mrr
Coveney Lid
Vox
Chatr
Cox
Sbilen
Pr Obrien
Donatia
Tiseloth
Hetian
Vis
Sneha Polivleniy
Trial transcript fragment shows defense vs serious charges
A fragmented OCR passage presents a courtroom defense by Mr Voy against grave charges. The text implies contentious remarks and disputed evidence, with references to political impact, investigations, and a claim of truth versus falsehood.
Non-partisan party under fire over policy and practice
The article condemns the Non-partisan party's double standards and hypocrisy. It argues voters deserve to know who their representatives are and accuses the party of preaching one policy while practicing another. The author warns that such duplicity would drive public anger and support for rival parties.
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Hodgetts
Keepinis
Too Steely To Con Front Mr Mullin’s Turbulent Testimony
A transcription of a contentious hearing reveals Mr Cox challenging Mr Mullin’s statements about a container contract. Edits and evasions drew criticism as witnesses defended their positions, including a plan to advertise for gallons of cleaner filling and bids opened on April 1. The commission considered halting unloading to protect interests while noting votes in favor of a concession with Boston and Company.
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Mieynan
Boston & Abn
Heston& Mbany Railroad
Swardon
Contin
Myacle Roanehi
Cos [Ulves
Controversy Over Parkway Contract Bids and Mullens Case
Local records describe Mr. Cox opposing a railroad bid for parkway gravel and forcing readvertisement. Bids from Frederickson Boston Albany and Eastern Dredging were rejected, later rival bids from W B Mullen Jon Toscully & Bro and Eastern Dredging again failed. The dispute centers on changing contract terms and pressure on John Mullin to abandon or modify his gravel supply, with Gov. Cox defending the process and Mayor McNamee cited. The article mentions potential eminent domain actions and a proposed $875,000 value, reflecting municipal tensions over parkway development and contractor conduct.
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Cox
Wight
McNamee
Frederickson
Boston & Albany
Hastern’ Dredging Company
W. B. Mullen
Mullen
Linsell
Conti
Aly Mullen
Mr. Cox
John O'Brien
Alston
Mullion
Isk
Mulien
Tor van Lion
Pink
ArMingeniouts Uy
Vir Cox
Ramelon
Eheaun
Srivel Fillies
Aravel
Fisk
Real estate intrigue tied to ex mayor and land deals
A local discussion questions an accusation connected to land in the Vicinity. It notes Mr Harrington's belief a charge was made to bias opinion, and Mr Cox’s denial. The text suggests Mayor McNamee might be a potential buyer and examines ownership implications around property near the park.
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Assessont
Harrington
McNamee
Cox
Vox
Askexsxors
City mud dumping saga shows dredging company profits
Mr. Cox asserts the city paid 828 for mud dumped on shore after dredging under a contract with the bridge commissioners. He ridicules claims of park officials and accuses the city of reliance on chance rather than business skill. A probe by Mr. Cox suggests the dredging firm routed mud to the shore rather than selling it, benefiting the company at public cost.
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Barry
Messrs
Yerxa
Cox
Ir. O'Brien
Fis
Versa
Mr. O'Brien
Vox
Coveney
Mr. Allen
O'Brien
Nivel
Curtis
Whey
Mir
Cos
Sienatinre
Ds Ghaltnuny
Yorxa
Dad
Tribune
Hin
Commission
Cox Wits
Chattman
Pribbe
Yorsa
Si Vontmidt
Mt. Cox
Camlridge
Miryor McNimnee
McNallee
Uriel Coit
Public confession claims deceit in office vote
The text portrays a public official accused of deceiving the people to win support. It cites themes of honesty, government integrity, and calls for accountability, naming Coveney and others in a charged critique of political manipulation and the public’s trust.
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Wien
Coveney
Pagel
Piston
Orton
Phe Polley
Min Coveney
Galleay
Wwe
Victorion
Fragmentary civic remarks misread in OCR
An unclear passage records a public official's remarks quoted to a crowd. The garbled text suggests discussion of duties and judgments by a commissioner or public figure, but the exact names places and events are unreadable.
Cox Faces Scrutiny Over Board Investigation
The board debated an investigation into Motifled actions as Mr. Cox's allies pressed for a formal inquiry while critics argued the move aimed to taint his official record. Cox warned scrutiny could mislead the public about his actions as the debate extended into public testimony and committee reconsideration.
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Elin Messrs
Cox
Friends
Yeippolit
O'Brien
Tony
Assessor's Question on Wolft Boathouse Valuation
The document discusses an assessor’s stance in a dispute over the Wolft boathouse property value. It references Mir Cox defending his position and claims about the boathouse’s worth, including related duties and ownership details.
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Yale
Wolft
Mir
Cox
Fireiil
Cosy Noicones
Jonic
Pertoyan
Miss Minty 1 Hutleyy Very Birthnight Surprise Party
A birthday surprise party for Miss Minty 1 Hutleyy was held at her home on her birthday eve. The event featured decorations and gifts from family and friends including Miss Gallagher and Miss Keefe of Cambridge. The gathering included a Miss Minty 1 Hutleyy, age seventy old net.
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Misa Minty
Hutleyy
Jonias Hirtey
Pratik Street
North
Oun
Gradite
Timie
Miss
Caillagher
Horehoxter
Keefe
Sarthe Cambridge
Democratic Caucuses Held in Cambridge for Delegate Election
The Cambridge Democratic caucuses will elect delegates to the Congressional District and State Conventions. Ward venues include Ward 4 Ma ssachusetts Avenue and Ward 7 City Building Central Square. Polls open 7 to 9 30 pm with nomination papers due March 24 and ballots supplied by the City Clerk.
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Cambridge
Wlnatitine Hall
Maisbridges Saente
Cambridge Street
Cambridge Field
St. Paul's
A. M. i. Churchy
Red Jacket
Inmet Square
Wird
Odd ~ Fellows’ Hall
Massachusetts Avenue
City
Central Square
Car
Walden Street
Democratic Atty Committee of
D. W
Caliens
Democratic City Committee
Missiechusetts Avennis
Cambridgepart
Massonsetts Agenin
Cambridgeport
Asenry
Cyunningstam
Edward OT
Tamies
Democratic City
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Panty Hennett Rheonyali
Stora Dink
Joseph Wy Gani
Abinuides
Sutton Gekine
Ailyomiell
Tye Sidelaithe
Wolfiis
Willi
Elaine
Roy Sea
Raymond's
Raymond’s
BONDS
Raymond
Central
Buiding
C. Miller
Ave. North
Oriental Tea Company
B. Wanes Lumber CO
Central Street
Main
D. S Murphy,m. D. Vv
Prospect Stables
Green St
Dana Hill
Ellery St
Basex
Wood Hunt & Co. Toringelate
Daniel P. Danehny
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Rindge Avenue
North Cambrid
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W. H. Enos &C
Concord Avenue
Cambridge, Mass
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Ofvick Ayn
Rice St
North Cambridge
North Goat Trae
Cambride
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Mass. Avenue
Brookline Street
Porter Road
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