Lodge Victory Shatters Massachusetts Party Lines
In a dramatic vote for Senator Lodge, Curley and Murray broke with their party. The final result, by a five vote margin, confirms Lodge’s fourth term with two Boston Democrats’ support and heavy pressure from business and federal figures. Governor Foss will sign the election certificate.
Lodge Expresses Gratitude to People of Commonwealth
Senator Lodge extends thanks to Massachusetts Legislature and voters for a fourth Senate term. He praises loyal supporters, Massachusetts press, and Republican peers, while naming fellow lawmakers who voted for rivals. He cites hopes to repay devotion with public service and notes ongoing push for direct Senate elections.
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Lodge Tops Vote in Senate Contests
Lodge received six more votes than needed to win. Ward 19 representative McInerney did not respond to the roll call. Lodge drew two Democratic votes from Senator Murray of Boston and Curley. Cuff of Lowell backed Ames, Arkwell and Greenwood, while original Walker supporters backed Lodge.
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Democratic Triumph Statement From Whipple After Defeat
Whipple declares the Democratic victory is a higher achievement than mere gains and asserts the party deserved success for its equal rights principles. He praises Governor Foss leadership, the State convention stand, and calls for unity to advance progressive ideas despite Senator Lodge's defeat.
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Speech Expresses Gratitude for Loyal Support and Party Unity
The speaker thanks supporters and party leaders for their kindness and loyalty. He emphasizes joy in a united party, personal sacrifice, and high ideals, hoping for future triumphs that lift burdens of injustice and deliver equal rights to all.
Mayor Fitzgerald Voices Disappointment Over Lodge Vote
Mayor John F. Fitzgerald said he was disappointed that Senators Curley and Murray backed Mr. Lodge. He urged a united Democratic endorsement for Mr. Whipple and criticized the decision as a setback for Massachusetts and the state’s progress. He predicted political consequences for Curley and Murray.
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Murray Explains Vote For Lodge Senator
Senator Michael J. Murray, one of two Democrats who voted for Lodge, says he acted on honor and was not influenced by liquor interests. He believes Lodge serves the state best and notes constituency support in Dorchester and West Roxbury.
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United Irish League elected long-time president in Dublin banquet
John E Redmond was unanimously re-elected president of the United Irish League. Irish MPs T P O Connor Joseph Devlin and Daniel Boyle, who visited the United States last October, were guests of honor at a Mansion House banquet celebrating the success of their American mission.
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Redmond signals reform of Lords veto before coronation
In a speech Mr Redmond pledged to abolish the Lords veto before the coronation without creating new peers. He warned Liberals that the Irish party would back them as long as pledges on the veto and home rule held, but any deviation would prompt an instant party shift. He did not object to the name rule bill fitting a broader plan.
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Home Rule Near Dublin Report on British Measure
Dublin reports the British government is preparing a home rule measure for Ireland under pressure from necessity and public opinion. A commission to investigate Ireland finances is seen as the first step toward a cabinet driven home rule plan. Lord Courtney, though still a Unionist, supports a two to three constituency assembly to oversee Irish affairs with multi-member districts.
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Brigham Will Suit Reaches U S Supreme Court
In Washington on January 18 the Brigham estate dispute over nearly eight million dollars moved to the U S Supreme Court. The case questions a 1909 Massachusetts act allowing excess holdings by the Brigham hospital and whether the donor violated the law against perpetuities. Heirs seek to divert funds beyond the hospital’s legal capacity.
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