Inaugural Address Sparks Political Upheaval in Massachusetts
Governor Foss calls drastic reforms and dismantles the Railroad and Highway Commissions. He condemns ante election lobbying and urges Lodge to quit. Reactions split along party lines as machine leaders fear political death while conservatives question the message’s administrative merit.
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Lodge
Massachusetts
State House
Frank Pope
Leominster
John Carr
Ward 21
Sturtevant Blower Works
Canada
Robert Washburn
Worcester
Russell Wood
Cambridge
Senator Lodge
White
Newton
Inauguration Day Sparks Praise for Foss Message
Democrats praised Governor Foss for his address applauding radical proposals and a new right for voters to express preference for the U.S. Senator. The chamber, crowded with about 1100 of 600 seats, heard a 45 minute reading. Foss lunch with military staff followed by a Finance Commission bill introduction by Rep. Reidy.
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Foss
John R. Thayer
George Fred Williams
Charles W. Bartlett
United States
Lodge
Congressman Foss
Illinois
Michael J. Reidy
South Boston
Inaugural Day in Boston for Governor Foss and Frothingham
The governor elect Foss and Lieutenant Governor Frothingham entered the chamber with notable escorts. A full audience rose in applause as former governors and dignitaries were seated. The oath of office was administered at 12 26 with 17 gun salute as Foss began his inaugural at 12 38.
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Superior Courts
Boston
John F. Fitzgerald
John R. Thayer
Worcester
Foss
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Boston Common
Frothingham
Olin
State Finance Commission Bill Filed in House
Representative Michael J. Reidy filed a bill to create a State Finance Commission. It provides that within 30 days after passage the Governor shall appoint five members, with no more than three from the same party, and sets salaries of $5000 for the chairman, $4000 for other members, and $2500 for a clerk.
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Michael J. Reidy
South Boston
House
State Finance Commission
Inaugural Address Full Text on Pages Eight and Nine
See pages eight and nine for the complete inaugural address text. The manuscript covers the presidential oath, policy aims, and guiding principles, with emphasis on national unity and future governance.
POSLAM touted as universal skin remedy in ads
Advertisers claim POSLAM stops itching on first use and heals eczema acne and other skin ailments. They describe it as a perfect antiseptic that treats pimples blotches hives dandruff and red noses with broad appeal across the public. Sold by druggists including Ribber Jaynes stores and Houghton & Dutton. Two sizes priced 50 60 cents and 2.00.
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Rikberjaynes Stores
Houghton & Dutton’s Drug Dept
Leaders React to Governor Foss Inaugural Message
A collection of Massachusetts political figures including Speaker Walker Senator Treadway and Governor Foss weigh in on the inaugural message. Reactions range from praise to criticism with comments on gerrymandering finances and party politics.
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Walker
Wilson declares he would rather be a knave than a coward
Jersey City January 5 Woodrow Wilson governor elect pledged to oppose compromise in the New Jersey senate fight. He spoke to a crowded hall professing he would fight to the end for James Martine's election to the United States Senate, receiving repeated cheers.
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Jersey City
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Woodrow Wilson
New Jersey
James Martine
United States Senate
Echo
Indictments Returned in Los Angeles Times Explosion Case
A Los Angeles grand jury issued 22 indictments in the Times explosion case. The charges center on wholesale murder as the result of a dynamite plot, with believed involvement of not more than three men. Rewards totaling 109000 were offered after the disaster that caused panic.
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Los Angeles
Cal
Los Angeles Times
Times
Alexander
State Buildings Trade Convention
Parlor matches banned under Mann bill in Congress
A bill by Representative Mann of Illinois proposes prohibiting the transportation of white or yellow phosphorus matches. Violators would face a $10,000 fine and up to three years imprisonment if the measure becomes law.
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Washington
United States
Representative Mann
Illinois
Patent licensing bill aims to curb monopolies in process rights
Mr Mann's bill allows any manufacturer to obtain from a federal circuit court a writ compelling the owner of patent rights to grant a license at a reasonable figure. Government investigations show hazard of using phosphorus in match making and President Taft urged legislation for safer conditions.
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Mr. Mann
Taft
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