New Blood at Houghton Mifflin and Early Risers Both Feature in Boston Texts
The Boston era notes new talent joining Houghton Mifflin from Harvard and family lines, with George H. Mifflin Jr. set for Riverside Press after a European trip, and Edward Houghton already at the Press. It also highlights Walter G. Coleman’s 22 years of 6:80 a.m. starts, early-tricycle riders, and Frank Foxcroft’s tricycle mentions, plus Harvard’s Cuban summer school closure and a Cuban album by C. Griffith showcasing Spanish and English pages and photos of teachers and American students.
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Cambridge Chronicle imprint and publication details
Published every Saturday at 573 Mass Ave Cambridge Mass by Cambridge Chronicle Company C Burnside Bergrave and James W Brean by subscription year year by copy entered at the post office as second class matter.
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Complication grows over park assessments and veto
The veto of a proposed boulevard linking Cambridge Somerville to Middlesex Fells and Revere beach creates a complex dispute over how metropolitan park assessments should be shared. Critics argue Cambridge Somerville would pay more if the connection were built, while other towns fear funding existing and future park links. The issue hinges on unbuilt benefits and who should pay.
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Crane
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Middlesex Fells
Revere Beach
The
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Goy
Pleasant surprise lowers Cambridge tax rate this year
A Cambridge city budget shows a twenty cent reduction in the tax rate per thousand dollars, despite demands for higher departmental appropriations. Real estate values rose in part due to land value increases and park improvements proving their worth as a city investment. The mayor and council deserve credit for keeping appropriations in check and planning further rate reductions next year with more new buildings. The Riverbank court on the esplanade is expected to add taxable property.
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Cambridge
Riverbank Court
Esplanade
Delayed Tax Assessments On Metropolitan Parks
The tax assessment for metropolitan parks is unsettled as the awarding commission has not completed its work. An order directs affected cities to include the tax in this year’s rate, but validity is doubtful due to indefiniteness of the assessment. Some cities omit it, hoping to obtain funds later.
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Cambridge Assessors Include 10000 in Tax Levy
The Cambridge assessors have included 10000 in the tax levy with the city to receive the remainder if any from other appropriations. This prudent approach risks a repeat of past errors when a similar contingency forced a double tax for the metropolitan sewerage system. A portion of the metropolitan park tax of 10 may fall to 1901 taxpayers as assessors guessed the amount to keep the rate low.
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Changes in Population in Ward Totals and Impacts
The report shows a smaller overall rise in ratable polls for 1899, with gains of 106 versus 221 and 267 in prior years. Ward 2 and Ward 6 lead gains, Ward 1 small, Ward 3 down 66, Ward 4 down 193, causing questions about assessor coverage and local industry effects. Ward 6 expresses optimism about growth.
A Vicious Custom Reward Dilemma in Governor Conspiracy Case
The article critiques the $100,000 reward offered for the governor assassination case, arguing rewards threaten fair trials by tempting perjury and juror influence. It urges limiting rewards to protect liberty and justice, noting the danger of coercion and wrongful convictions.
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Caleb Powers
Kentucky
Gordon Seeks Unity After War Ends
Gen John B Gordon longtime Confederate leader defends efforts to promote harmony between the north and south. As president of the Confederate Association of the Army of the Tennessee he advocates joint blue and gray celebrations and urged unity for the nation, noting most comrades share his view though a few doubt the war is over.
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Ward 4 caucus opens field after withdrawals
The withdrawal of Representatives Keith and Coolidge leaves ward 4 open for candidates. Alderman Perkins ex Councilman Hughes ex Alderman Googings and Councilman Rounds enter the race. Each is well regarded and the field appears evenly matched, with the GOP nomination seen as effectively an election.
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Coolidge
Perkins
Hughes
Googings
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Inconsistency in Col Higginson's presidential vote stance
A columnist notes Col Higginson plans to vote for Bryan, after switching back to the Democratic fold on imperialism. The piece contrasts his pro black rights record with Republican policies in the South and questions his loyalties and silence. Judge Pettingill of Malden is thanked in closing.
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Mr. Bryan
Palmer
Buckner
Philippines
Judge Fines Young Men For Noisy Night Ride
A wagon load of youths caused a late night disturbance in a town. They were arrested for disturbing the peace and fined $3 each by the judge. The judge emphasized that others have the right to sleep over a noisy night.
The Fifth Ward Gains Ground In Population And Wealth
Ward 5 rises from last to fourth in poll count and holds fourth in valuation, signaling steady growth in population and wealth. Ward 1 remains the wealthiest for the foreseeable future, while wards 2 and 4 lack room to expand as North Cambridge grows. Ward 3 takes the shed lowest poll position.
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Cambridge
Hats in Church Dress Code Sparks Debate
The discussion on wearing hats in church grows vigorous as observers note no religious basis for the rule. Men and women face different expectations, with women removing hats to ease viewing of the minister and for comfort.
Cambridge Population Forecast in Local Census Note
The article compares the 189 population with assessor returns, estimating each poll at 3,584 souls. With 25,101 polls, Cambridge’s population is 9,961, and writers expect census figures to rise, predicting Cambridge may reach 92,000 soon and join cities of 100,000.
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Cambridge Wards and Local Tax News in Brief
Cambridge debates ward sizes with eight wards at about 3,000 polls each and critiques of Tom Reed’s silence. Mentions General MacArthur and a 40 year desertion sentence, possible Bryan election. Worcester's James H. Mellen retires after 20 years. Tax rates drop 20 cents per thousand. Cambridge and others celebrate relief amid regional gains.
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James H. Mellen
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