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Newspaper
Cambridge Sentinel
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1907
Page
1
Councilman Quilty harshly attacks Fire Chief Bunker as incompetent amid calls to reform the department. He alleges neglect, missing on scene leadership, and a broken quick telegraph system causing delays at a July Dudley Street fire. He questions $120,000 protections and asks why a modern city would tolerate such conditions.
A council order urged Mayor Wardwell to probe the fire department chief’s appointment of Engineer Ricker after the council rejected an inspector of apparatus post. Quilty opposed, arguing the move violates the charter and increases costs. The chief allegedly pressed for a new office, then awaited adjournment.
The column notes internal strife in the local Republican party over Senate and representative nominations. It highlights candidate shifts from George W. Long to ex Mayor Sortwell to Thorndike Spalding and ward delegations, with dissident voters seeking to influence primaries. It mentions Russell A. Wood running for Representative Third District and W Rodman Peabody being named a Foxboro Hospital trustee by Governor Guild.
Several members of the Non-Partisan committee in the upper city are resigning or prepared to resign, signaling changes in local governance. The notices indicate upcoming departures by multiple officials affecting committee composition and leadership.
Ex-Alderman Joseph O Authier files to run for the House of Representatives from Wards 8 9 10 and 11. The messy Republican field may pressure a rival to defeat the Ward 11 incumbent.
The quote from the successor to Mr. Quilty accuses the department head of overstepping rights of the people by violating laws and spending on unnecessary new positions. The item notes continued coverage on page 4.
The article notes Andrew and Hogan defend House records as incumbents. Hurley vies for the nomination with aggressive campaigning. Sennett energizes the race for Hogan and Andrew in Wards 1 2 and 3 as seasoned candidates compete in a lively district caucus outlook.
A local real estate listing highlights splendid residences for sale as a man longs for cash to purchase a home. The ghostly refrain hints at buyers with limited funds seeking signature properties. The notice markets upscale properties to potential buyers and stresses desirability.
The Second District race boils down to Thomas F. Doherty East Boston Richard B Teeling Charlestown and George F Monahan Charlestown. Teeling faces a hard contest while Monahan gains backing from McDonald Mellen Corbett and Sullivan. Cambridge registrars extend four nights of registration plus Saturday session while Medford offers daily sessions September 4 to 20 and September 26 to October 14.
The Father Scully Debating Club invites young men of St Mary and Blessed Sacrament parishes to enroll. The opening meeting at Old School Hall Harvard street focuses on membership and season plans with Father Walsh as moderator and officers Casey White Copithorne Hoban. Next Tuesday night marks the winter’s first gathering.
John B. Smithers of Ward Four is again a candidate for the Republican nomination for Representative representing Wards 4 6 and T.
Congressman McNary says Whitney faced no labor disputes during his West End street railway presidency. He claims Whitney’s relations with employees were close and fair with appeals to Mr Whitner, and that Whitney improved working conditions and has strongest support in the contest.
Cambridge Republican Club sets banquet for October 16 at Citizens Trade Hall with 6 30 P M. Lt Governor Draper Congressman McCall and Congressman Lawrence named as principal speakers amid calls for investigation into fire department remarks.
Alderman Russell Crane appeared in his regular chair Tuesday evening and said his New York visit went well and he intends to remain in Cambridge.
It is pleasant to watch President Lake make his final speech as part of a farewell tour. The scene evokes calm reflection on his tenure and the transition ahead, with attendees gathering to hear closing remarks and hopeful outlooks for the nation.
At the Cambridge Central Labor Union meeting, resolutions mourned Archbishop John J. Williams. They endorsed a three-station Cambridge Subway plan with Harvard Square Central Square and east of Columbia Street. A committee was appointed to study grade crossings and East Cambridge spur tracks. The union urged City Solicitor Gilbert A A Pever to address alleged lax enforcement of the eight hour law. Stone's Military Band rescheduled a Labor Day concert to Sunday Sept 15 at Cambridge Field at 2 30 PM.
Edw Dixon, popular conductor, returns after a summer at Hotel Wentworth Newistle N A with a full set of music for the season. Decorator A J Hezlitt offers a complete line of hunting for decorative work. Mr Ifer litt collects decor materials for the Old Home Week celebration. his office is TLS Massachusetts avenue. Telephone Liliga.
Proprietor Simon Alexander offers a bi weekly change of song and moving pictures at the Central Theatre with the promise of constant activity and novelty. The line is described as the best illustrated song and moving pictures, ensuring there’s always something going on at the Central.
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