This book is the collected wisdom of G.W. Plunkitt, ward boss of that infamous turn-of-the-century New York City political machine, Tammany Hall.
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