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Newspaper
Cambridge Sentinel
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1907
Page
4
The article discusses Democratic mayoralty and alderman contests in Cambridge including Ward 11, noting strong rivalries and calls to sweep Republicans from power. It quotes ex mayor Thurston on not running and argues for party unity, while highlighting the rise of independence among Black voters and a shift away from strict party loyalty.
Ramblers O. C. at Odd Fellows hall Cambridgeport on Nov 26. Algonquin club at Newtown hall on Nov 27. Association Carpenters at Cyprus hall on Dec 5. Riverside A. A. at Odd Fellows hall Cambridgeport on Dec 3. Mystic S. C. at Cyprus hall on Dec 6. Cuckoo S. C. at Cyprus hall on Jan 10.
Locals from Cambridge Commercial College hosted a social at Newtowne Club Hall with the Corinthian Quartette and Notterman Mandolin Club. proceeds funded the piano and library. Elks visits in Berkeley hall and Wal tham Lodge followed. The community reports several thefts and upcoming entertainments including the Ramblers and Lawrence Associates events and the Wellington school assembly hall opening tonight.
The record lists officers and members for Division Five Assembly including President Timothy McCarthy Vice President Michael F. Murphy Recording Secretary Daniel J. Early Financial Secretary Danial Crowley Treasurer Patrick McDermott Sergeant at Arms Timothy Murphy Sentinel Timothy Donovan and numerous members.
The column extols Democratic candidates for city council. It highlights Ward 3 picks Councilman Charles Murphy and Daniel Sheahan, and Ward 4 choices Peter Norton and Robert O'Neil as clean rising figures. It mentions Peter Nelligan and Timothy Horan among the ward hopefuls.
The Tuesday session of the city government was one of the briefest of the year due to an exudus. Mayor Waridwell accepted the nomination of Dr. A. W. Dudley to replace Dr. B. E. H. Stevens, who resigned. Alderman Crane urged better street car service for Huron avenue residents and the EI was asked to consider alleviating current running time inconveniences in the district.
A letter analyzes municipal campaign dynamics in Cambridge. It argues colored voters are disorganized, factions form around Republican and Democratic efforts, and minor leadership roles risk triggering friction. It notes past years show colored votes aligning with the Non-partisan party and warns against a failed strategy.
Whippen operates from the Y M C A Building opposite City Hall in Greater Boston noting no better catering in the area.
Bishop John J. Brady of Boston confirmed 800 candidates as part of a Sunday afternoon service at St John’s new church. The event featured Vespers sung by Father McCool, with soloists Miss Mary B e Bitlin Mrs Patrick Scanlan and Mr Robert M Welch, and incidental choir music.
Six senator William J. Rounds filed papers at Cambridge city clerk office for mayoral run as an independent Republican. The field now includes Ian Ward nonpartisan James H Aylward Democrat and Albin M Richards of the independence league creating a four cornered contest.
Wm Morrissey wholesale tobacconist offers a complete line of top brands of cigars and tobacco with telephone contact 1202 4 Somerville.
The class of 1900 at St Marys parochial school held a banquet at the United States Sotes on Thursday evening. An executive committee led the event with J Ostle Sears Charles B Hickey and William F Chisholm directing arrangements. Rev William J Barry delivered the address urging class spirit and loyalty to the school.
Cambridge City Employes Union No uiu ALF of L held its second ball at Cyprus Hall with large attendance and cordial atmosphere. Officers include President M D Collins and John J Corcoran among others. Stone's orchestra provided music for the dance.
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