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Newspaper
Cambridge Sentinel
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1904
Page
4
A public letter accusing Mayor Daly of misusing power and appointing unfit workers. The authors claim neglect of city interests for personal gain, excessive spending, and suppression of internal criticisms. They demand accountability and allege administrative failure.
A Cambridge opinion condemns district neglect by the Non-partisans and accuses leaders of selfish ambition. It reviews the Gray episode, the Tracy appointment, and Daly’s role, arguing the Non-partisan tribunal erred and asking Mayor Daly which stance he will take.
The piece notes Simpson's nomination papers signaling a dramatic shift in Cambridge politics. It traces two years of Non-partisan municipal party evolution from a Republican tool to a Democratic-leaning coalition and labels Simpson a lifelong Republican breaking from the party tainted by Democratic influence.
The Independent Republican Movement declares it will field a full ticket with Chas. K. Simpson of Ward 3 as mayor candidate. They vow to push candidates for all offices despite Champlin regime threats and non partisan critics. Democrats should keep up active campaigning to counter the growing Republican unity.
At a recent meeting the health board approved rules requiring milk sellers to carry certificates that cows were disease free within the year. Retailers must attach certificates to each can. Violations carry up to 100 dollars. The meat rule bans exposing ham mutton beef or chicken in windows or open displays. The board notes the aim is safer products.
The text argues that there is danger to meats if Bacteria cling to ham or bologna and questions the benefit of new regulations. It blames Dr Weeks and Mr Clark as nonpartisan authors and mentions Mr Scott, a Democratic board member, who was absent and not involved in the decree.
The Daly campaign is portrayed as exploiting factions to win support. A story suggests Daly tells Democrats he may act independently if elected while promising favors to non-partisans if they help him win. The piece critiques perpetual nonpartisan rhetoric in Cambridge politics.
A group of friends surprised Mrs. J. J. Burke at 7 Mill Street last Tuesday evening with a silver fruit basket. She thanked them briefly, then a collation was served followed by an entertainment featuring Master J Bruce Burke boy soprano and several local performers including Mixa Edna Burke D J White Peter McDonald George Fallon Patrick Donohoe and May Clarke.
The record lists attendees including William Tervins Catherine Hughes J Bruce Burke Neale Tatrick Maud McDonald May Edwards Peter McDonald Owen Dickerman William Gillest Patrick Donahoe George I Bradford J J Layes Jo Hn Roman Thomas Riley Edward Rafferty George Fallon John Gately William McKenna Frank Shea Margaret Sullivan Mary E Sullivan Denis J White Edward Burke Margaret Doyle Babe Joyle May Clarke Joseph McKenna Anne Carroll Lauretta Carlisle Beatrice Burke Willan Burke Edward Thanton.V
Miss Annie Wilcox and Mr. John Green wed at the Church of the Sacred Heart last Wednesday. The bride, formerly of East Cambridge now of Beacon Street Somerville, wore a white crystalline dress and carried bridal roses. Siblings and friends attended with Aggie Wilcox as bridesmaid and Daniel Connell as best man. A reception followed at 11 Keacon Street before a wedding trip through New York and other cities. they plan to reside at La Beaven Street.
Thanksgiving shows by St John’s Literary Institute feature Trout’s Temperance Town with rehearsals under way. George Murphy and Will iam McIlroy star in key roles as cast lists announced amid a large audience anticipated and ticket sales reported strong. An open wrestling tournament at Cambridgeport Gym follows with weights and registration details for amateur entrants.
Cypress hall hosted a Division 20 Hibernians ball with over 500 attendees. Melones orchestra played until 2 am amid superb decorations and palms. President Thomas Herlihy led SO couples across a lively floor as officers and a long ball committee were praised for a financially successful event.
The article lists Division 20 officers and members including Peter Caffrey and John Scannell. It also reports a brutal assault at Crimson Spa near Central Square, where George H. Murray owner is injured and Robbery suspected. two suspects are detained as investigators pursue leads.
Miss Mitune Givehan of Mast Cambridge wed Costigan in the Church of the Sacred Heart East Cauberdee last Wednesday afternoon. A private reception followed at the bride’s parents home in Larwicke Street with many wedding gifts including a silver service from local figures Jeremiah Downey Richard Dacey Chives Reagan Willi Tow en and John T Downey. A musical entertainment featured Jeremiah Scanlon.
A Thursday pop concert and dance at Armory hall Massachusetts avenue by Company C of the Eighth Regiment raised funds to attend Roosevelt's inauguration in Washington on March 4 1905. Over 400 attended as Raymond Thurston Herbert Keefe and the Wallace stock company Quartet plus Miss Parks performed. Strachan's orchestra followed with dancing until midnight. The company officers listed include Captain Charles Cutler First Lieutenant Harry Stearns and Second Lieutenant Frank Lounsbury.
Cambridge Aerie 185 I O 1 marks its third anniversary with a Cypress hall banquet in Malta Temple Prospect Street speakers include John A Sullian James A Gallivan and more. committee plans entertainment and a stereopticon show highlighting practical work as optimism for Massachusetts association grows.
The Ladies Auxiliary of Division 17 AWO HH held a whist party and dance at Malta and Masex halls last Thursday evening with over 80 players contesting a tournament in Essex hall and dancing to Carmichael's orchestra until midnight. Committees praised for arranging. A bicycle pump was reported stolen from John J. Vickery’s Central Square store Tuesday night.
A report details visitors including Dr George Wright Myrna A Bilis Mrs George A Belcher Miss Annie Chesley and others at a public inspection. A SENTINET representative toured the association headquarters with Mr Campbell and Mr Wheeler. Two young girls wove Swedish napkins with skilled, precise motions.
The board granted a two horse permit to Oscar Johnson at Oxford and Fairview and Keeley received a stable permit at 194 Prospect Street for five horses. Milk and meat sale regulations were adopted. About 26 hen permit applications with two objections. six of nine previous week’s were granted. An arson fire destroyed an unused barn on Brookline Street causing about $200 damage.
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