The boss of New Orleans : Martin Behrman and machine politics in the Crescent City / Ralph Eric Criss.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Criss, Ralph Eric, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Mayors--Louisiana--New Orleans--History--20th century.

Mayors.

Political corruption--Louisiana--New Orleans--History--20th century.

Political corruption.

New Orleans (La.)--Politics and government--20th century.

New Orleans (La.).

New Orleans (La.)--History--20th century.

Behrman, Martin, 1864-1926.

Behrman, Martin.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (246 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Baton Rouge, Louisiana : Louisiana State University Press, [2023]

Summary:

The book 'The Boss of New Orleans: Martin Behrman and Machine Politics in the Crescent City' by Ralph Eric Criss explores the political career and influence of Martin Behrman, a prominent figure in New Orleans politics in the early 20th century. Behrman, known as 'Papa,' was a powerful machine politician who served as mayor of New Orleans for sixteen years. The book delves into his political strategies, the challenges he faced from reformers, and his eventual defeat in the 1920 municipal elections. It also examines the broader context of machine politics and its impact on New Orleans. The narrative provides insights into the dynamics of power and political maneuvering in Louisiana, highlighting Behrman's legacy and his interactions with other political figures such as Huey Long. The book is intended for readers interested in American political history, particularly the intricacies of machine politics and their influence on urban governance. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Title Page

Copyright Page

Dedication

Contents

Acknowledgments

Introduction

I. A DIFFICULT JOURNEY

1. Passages: Surviving New Orleans

2. The Arena: Marriage and Politics

3. Ascent: Don’t Let Them Make You Do It

4. Civic Development: Fighting the Saffron Scourge

II. BEER, WAR, AND SEX

5. Temperance and Prohibition: A Damnable Outrage Spurs Action

6. Reform: The Rising Tide in New Orleans

7. Storyville: Mecca of Whores

8. American Expansion: The Algiers Navy Yard

III. LOSS AND REDEMPTION

9. A Gathering Storm: The Commission on Training Camp Activities

10. The Tricks Ain’t Walking: Closing Time in Storyville

11. Repercussions: The Election of 1920

12. Papa and the Kingfish: Fact versus Fiction

Notes

Bibliography

Index

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Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9780807181218

0807181218

OCLC:

1384448366