| Description |
98 pages : illustrations ; 19 cm |
| Contents |
Introduction / Arthur Mann -- Preface / William L. Riordon -- Tribute / Charles F. Murphy -- Honest graft and dishonest graft -- How to become a statesman -- Curse of civil service reform -- Reformers only mornin glories -- New York City is pie for the hayseeds -- To hold your district : study human nature and act accordin -- On The shame of the cities -- Ingratitude in politics -- Reciprocity in patronage -- Brooklynites natural-born hayseeds -- Tammany leaders not bookworms -- Dangers of the dress suit in politics -- On municipal ownership -- Tammany the only lastin democracy -- Concerning gas in politics -- Plunkitt's fondest dream -- Tammany's patriotism -- On the use of money in politics -- Successful politician does not drink -- Bosses preserve the nation -- Concerning excise -- Parting word on the future of the Democratic Party in America -- Strenuous life of the Tammany district leader |
| Notes |
"A Dutton paperback" |
| Subject |
Plunkitt, George Washington, 1842-1924.
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Tammany Hall (Political club)
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Tammany Hall (Political organization)
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Tammany Hall
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| Author |
Riordon, William L., 1861-1909.
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| LC no. |
63002648 |
| ISBN |
0525471189 |
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9780525471189 |
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