Republicans Eulogize McKinley and Nominate State Ticket
Massachusetts Republicans honor President McKinley posthumously and nominate their state ticket. Speakers praise Roosevelt and pledge support for policy goals including protective tariffs, bi national trade reciprocity, a strong gold standard, an isthmian canal, labor hours reform, and anti lynching actions while endorsing Governor Crane and the party platform.
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Republican simplicity must yield to safeguards for President
The text argues that the President represents the people and must be protected from harm, urging judgments beyond mere republican frugality. It condemns ridicule and contempt toward the office, calls for respectful speech, and notes bipartisan unity in honoring President McKinley.
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Parker Wins Attorney General Nomination at Massachusetts GOP
Herbert Parker of Lancaster defeated Robert O. Harris of East Bridgewater by 935 to 774 at the Republican state convention in the Boston Theatre. The event drew 1709 of 1800 delegates, with praise for Governor Crane and tribute to President McKinley, as well as lively speeches by Hoar and Elder.
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Crane Nominated for Third Term by Knowlton Pitch
Attorney General Knowlton presented Governor Crane as a forward looking, honest and capable leader during the nomination reading. He praised Crane for a business like, statesman like administration and urged renomination for continued Commonwealth growth and prosperity.
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Harris Wins Attorney General Nomination at State Convention
Delegates at the convention back Parker of Lancaster for Attorney General after ballots show a 161 vote majority. M. J. Murray of Boston nominated Harris while Melvin O. Adams nominated Parker. total delegates reach 1721 with 12 not voting. Auto-produced results announced after a 1:30 p.m. recess.
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Senator Hoar Praises McKinley in Massachusetts Tribute
Senator Hoar lauds William McKinley as a brave Union soldier and noble citizen. He recalls McKinley’s leadership, liberty advocacy, and bipartisan respect, noting even political rivals honor him. He speaks of national loss and shared reverence across parties. Continued on Page 9.
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Governor Crane Accepts Nomination For Governor Of Massachusetts
Governor Crane receives delegates standing ovation after his nomination for a third term. He pledges faithful and conscientious service if endorsed at the election and stresses a Republican policy of fair laws and firm enforcement to keep Massachusetts leadership.
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