Ward 5 Councillor Hughes Defeated in Local Race
The Sentinel reports councillor Hughes of Ward 5 lost decisively while John Spencer, assessor candidate, outpolled Leahy who failed to top his brother in the mayoral contest.
17 Oct 1931
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Newspaper
Cambridge Sentinel
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1931
Page
1
The Sentinel reports councillor Hughes of Ward 5 lost decisively while John Spencer, assessor candidate, outpolled Leahy who failed to top his brother in the mayoral contest.
The primary drew 20 326 votes signaling strong voter interest in city government. The report notes Frank Roche performed notably as former official in the race. Continued on Page 8.
An Oct 10 Sentinel reprint notes nearly 30 000 votes expected to be cast and a 100 name ballot. it cites Manning Russell likely surpassing 10 000 votes and predicts he'll outpace rivals. The piece reflects broad public sentiment and hints at election work for some.
The Cambridge public showed strong support for Mayor Russell by a thunderous aye vote last Tuesday. O'Brien is urged to concede the election, acknowledge the public will, and offer to assist Mayor Russell to promote a prosperous Cambridge.
The column reviews a political race where Mayor Richard M. Russell faces eight opponents including Delaney, O’Connor, Stokes and O’Brien. It notes listeners’ fascination with radio banter and recalls prior predictions by Jocko. Outcome hints at Russell holding a lead as results unfold after “Chooseday the 13th.”
Mayor Russell won a landslide in the city primary, with 15 745 votes and sweeping 51 of 53 precincts. His nearest foe Daniel F. O'Brien had 4 196, and Patrick J. Delaney 3 639. Edward J. Sennett led the at large ticket with 9 900 votes as school and ward candidates followed.
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