Assessors adopt card system for daily follow up
The assessors switch from the big name book to a card system to improve accuracy and timeliness. Clerks can track movements day by day, reducing dropped names and avoiding re-registration. Cambridge Bridge dedication during Old Home Week is noted with weather quips. John Leonard, barber-turned-surveyor, may pursue a Democratic aldermanic nomination in November.
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Cambridge
Boston
John Leonard
Board of Survey
Democrats split over meeting on mayoralty tangle
The piece notes a deep division among leading Democrats about a possible unity meeting to resolve the mayoralty tangle. Opinions range from support as the proper move to opposition, with a minority asking all candidates to go to primaries. Readers are urged to respond on this vital city issue.
City Hall duty plan eyed for better coverage
A reader notes 40 policemen on day duty and 40 annual council meetings. suggests moving City Hall coverage to daytime instead of night duty to avoid leaving routes uncovered and improve overall coverage.
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City Hall
Reformers and mayoralty talk center on Irish party welfare
Ex mayoral hopefuls Thurston and James F Aylward share a platform discussing the Irish National Party’s cause. The piece contrasts genuine reformers like Archie Howe with politicians who use reform rhetoric to win office and then back a mayoral dismissals by Major Wardwell.
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Thurston
James F. Aylward
Irish National Party
Archie Howe
Alderman Beale
Major Wardwell
Candidates for Democratic Tickets From Mayor to Council
A list of likely Democratic contenders for next fall spans mayoral to common council seats with many seeking post elections influence and policy clout. Local factions anticipate a crowded field and varied platforms as campaigns gear up.
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Common Council
Voters urged to act now across districts
The passage urges immediate voter registration and assessment of eligible people in all districts rather than waiting until next fall, arguing proactive action benefits individuals and the community. The call emphasizes self-initiative and avoiding reliance on others to take steps.
East Cambridge Leaders Back Each Other in Factionally Torn Race
Prominent East Cambridge figures Councilman Joe Sullivan and Peter Curran show cordial bidirectional support. Curran, who won a Democratic aldermanic nomination last year, withdrew to clear Sullivan in Ward 1 as Curran targets a council seat. The episode hints at a unified Democratic front if such spirit spreads.
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East Cambridge
Joe” Sullivan
Peter Curran
The
Institute
Curran
Sullivan
Joe
Police Rank and File Petition for Higher Pay Reaches Mayor
The force submits a round robin to the mayor seeking salary hikes matching Boston’s finest. They argue a contented police force protects the city, as firemen work shorter hours and taxes rise, signaling possible fear breakers for the Round Robinites.
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Boston
Ex Mayor Daly Silence Sparks Question in Cambridge
Ex Mayor Daly showed no letter or communication in Cambridge papers last week prompting questions about his status. The query asks if he is a sure winner or if his arguments are exhausted.
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Daly
Cambridge
Mr. Daly
East Cambridge Council Shows Bipartisan Gesture
Councilman Sullivan the Democratic candidate for the common council presidency voted for his Nonpartisan rival Mr. Hunter on Tuesday night. The vote revealed breadth of spirit in East Cambridge as Sullivan supported Hunter though Hunter did not seek support. Sullivan’s choice contrasted with Hunters abstention and highlighted local political character.
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Sullivan
Common Council
Hunter
Cambridge
Mrt
East Cambridge
Counccilman
Albert H. Chamberlain
Stetson
Dunn
Couuncilman
Robert W. Hunter
Casey
Joseph A. Sullivan
Dodge
Connecilmen
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Hurley
General Court
Chamberlain
Bolster
Putnam Square
Water Board
Murphy
Boston Elevated Railway Company
Ryan
Committee On Highways
Thorndike Street
Richdale Avenue
Counihan
East Cambridge Councilman OConnell Leads Quiet Labor Day Honor
Councilman Daniel O Connell orchestrated a council order to appropriate $4 for Labor Day observance. The popular young East Cambridge leader favors quiet methods and Democratic loyalty, avoiding ostentatious praise while typically achieving his aims.
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Daniel O'Connell
East Cambridge
Horses Protest Over Closed Sheridan Square Fountain
A resident reports that twelve horses passed by in fourteen minutes and showed displeasure at the boarded fountain, signaling a demand for water at Sheridan Square and prompting thoughts of city hall action.
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Cambridge
Sheridan Square
Synmare
City Hall
Assessors urged to thoroughly canvass each ward this week
The passage urges ward leaders to ensure complete canvassing by assessors who are described as nonpartisan appointees of a nonpartisan mayor. It warns they may not seek out Democrats who moved in or turned 21, urging comprehensive outreach in every ward this week.
Club Quiet After Week of Vacancies
Dismissive remark suggests no political or subway meeting at the Colonial Club this week. Comment notes members may have left town or taken vacations.
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Colonial Club
Republicans Try to Block Nomination in Macleod District
Republican leaders push to prevent direct nomination for the senator in the district now represented by Macleod. The effort aims to derail the nomination while opponents warn of political maneuvering. Continued on page 2.
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Macleod
City council debates hearings and street projects
The Tuesday meeting presided by President Lake covered extended reporting deadlines for the building commission, a $350 bill from New England Decorating Co., and a $1070 library repair appropriation. Officials discussed smoke nuisance laws, De Wolf and Bow streets widening, and nominations for president pro tempore, with Hunter elected as council president.
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Board of Aldermen
Lake
Building Law Commission
Committee On
The
New England Decorating Co
Committee On Finance
W. A. Cheney
EB. Crosier
Cheney
E. H. Nichols
James T. Pugh
Walter Earle
Lus o American Club Ball Brings Portuguese Fraternity To Fore
The eighteenth annual Lus o American Club Ball drew a full house at Institute hall on Monday night. Andrew J. Hezlett provided decorative artistry and McInnes' orchestra supplied music as floor plans ran smoothly under a chosen leadership. The Portuguese American club promotes Am erican institutions with a sociable care for members and guests.
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Andrew J. Hezlett
McInnes
Manuel F. Rogers
Fred Grace
Joseph Borges
Frank Bettencourt
Aids
Frank George
Frank Borges
Anthony Silva
Manuel Andrew
Frank Foster
Charles Foster
William M. Andrew
Anthony Thomas
Anthony Sylvester
Joseph L. Medeiros
Alban Ferreira
Manuel Frances
Manuel A. Ferry
Joseph Sylvester
Jacintho Foster
Peter Medeiros
Joseph
Joseph Burges
F. S. Bettencourt
Anthony Zefferina
Serzeant Atarms
Jacintho Fanustina Silva
Joseph Melia
Joseph Faerin
John DeCosta
John Sousa
Abioel F. Bowers
Alexander A. Ferrera
Frank Simons
Frank Medeiros
Joseph Parla
Frank S. Bettencourt
Felix Lopez
al. Po Luna
John Korges
Janis Sousa
Jesse Foster
Joseph CL. Canejo
Joseph Brooks
Anthony Zeffering
Frankiver
Manuel A. F Porrell
Frank Andrew
Frederick Andrew
Mane! Stirs
Jel de Costa
Joseph Mello
Daha Rose
Real Estate-Insurance Group Meeting Abbreviated List
A conservative note outlines careful real estate and insurance approaches. An attendee list includes Joaquin P. Soares Gilbert Monteiro J and Condinho Frank P. Silva Eugene F. Rose and many others with several ladies present such as Mrs Manuel Rogers Mrs Frank Bettencourt and Mrs Joseph Borges among others.
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Gilbert Monteiro
J. &. Condinho
Frank P. Silva
Eugene F. Rose
Joseph Simons
John M. Rocha
Frank Travers
Joseph Julio
Manuel Francis
Peter Meadows
Manuel Faria
Manuel M. Braga
Joseph Azevedo
Manuel Azevedo
Joseph C. Mello
Manuel Sears
Joseph P Botelho
Joseph Lopez
Manuel J. Lima
John Sousa
Frank George
Alban Ferreira
J. Constantino Silva
Joseph Alexander
Joseph Borges
Frank Borges, Jr
John 3. Domingos
Antonio A. Rebello
Jesse Faria
Joseph F. Silva
Joseph L. Medeiros
Louis F. Silva
Joseph Perry
John J. Sousa
Manuel P. Botelho
Anthony Lopez
Alfred de Lacerda
Maxming P. Luna
John Souze
Manuel Rogers
Frank Bettencourt
Fred Grace
Frank Andrew
Nellie Almetin
Morn Rogers
Mary Francis
Manuel Luce
Louise Borges
Maud Hogan
Mamie Hogan
Nellie Flaherty
M. J. Borges
Walter Smith
Chas. Pratt
Chas. Kane
Cornelius Mahoney
C. A. B. Braslin
Dennis Lee
Daniel O'Connell
Joseph Shaughnessy
Chas. Foster
John Murphy
Wm. Skellery
Margaret Flannagan
Louise Jones
John Kline
Thos
J. Edwards
Cath, Rogers
Bell Silva
Mamie Conley
Ireland's Cause At St Pauls School Hall Meeting
A Sunday night gathering at St Pauls school hall drew many sympathizers to support the United Irish League. Rev John J Ryan spoke of brighter prospects for Ireland and self government as a British measure nears enactment. speakers included T B Fitzpatrick Mayor Wardwell Thurston Alyward Dr Dillon and John O Gallaghan.
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ST. Paul's School Hall
United Irish League
Ireland
John J. Ryan
FP. R
T. B. Fitzpatrick
Walter F. Wardwell
Charles H. Thurston
James F. Alyward
T. J. Dillon
John Ogallaghan
Father Ryan
House of Commons
Canada
Australia
England
Cuba
United States
T.B. Fitzpatrick
Irish National Party
Behold a Man of Shorless Town Obadiah Brown
Obadiah Brown laments Shorless Towns stagnation and prefers mail order to local shopping. He urges growth yet continues buying from far off mail order firms. The poem frames his town as shopless and resistant to local commerce.
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Shorless Town
Obadiah Brown
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