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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1905
Page
8
Massachusetts Republicans head into their state convention amid a reciprocity dispute and a high-stakes slate of contests. A three way race for lieutenant governor and six candidates for attorney general shape the day’s drama.
The platform committee hearing shows reciprocity supporters resisting a specific plank. Foss defends his position against dictating the platform while Curtis and others press for Chicago or free-list planks. Draper Clarke and Webster, with Tripp noting 25000 to 40000 signees, close the session amid dispute over tariff measures.
Ex Mayor James M. W. Hall of Cambridge spoke from Young's Hotel parlor committee barricaded behind banquet tables. He pleaded for free lumber in the Republican tariff plank and rebuked charges that he and reciprocity allies were not Republicans.
An advertisement extols Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound as a cure for women’s ailments causing fatigue and neglect. It suggests many women feel run down and claims restoration of health and strength.
A testimonial from Kate McDonald of Woodbridge New Jersey claims Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound cured uterine troubles and irregularities. The letter urges other women to seek the medicine and contact Mrs Pam in Lynn Massachusetts for free advice. General Draper's Argument.
General Draper traced last year reciprocity petition signers in Boston. He cited 10 336 Republican names, with 4765 registered voters in Boston. Of these 4765, 1957 did not attend the caucus and 2808 did attend. among the 2803 attendees, 2035 were Republicans. The plank of the reciprocity group is noted.
Mrs Reagan of Fall River Massachusetts credits Dr Williams Pink Pills with ending her months of nervous breakdown and head noises. She reports improved sleep energy and digestion after using the medicine priced at 60 cents per box or six boxes for 250.
A large crowd gathered on Hanover Street in front of the American House as delegates filled the Draper headquarters. Judge Hall led a strenuous evening with support from Hutchinson and Bowden. Count Marshall Thompson stood out in festive attire as party fervor ran high.
A crowded gala event at the American House with delegates and supporters from Draper and Hall camps. Notables present include Lieutenant-Governor Guild Senator Lodge and Crane along with congressmen Weeks Tirrell Green Loveride and officials Olin Turner Chapin Reynolds Mansfield. Democrats Robinson and Alden attended with Draper faction.
The scene centered on two leading rivals Dana Malone and Asa FP French who swapped cigars and discussed deals to sideline a rival. Their headquarters stood on the building’s second floor while Senator Crane was away for Judge’s funeral.
Three-way battle for lieutenant governor features Draper of Hopedale Hall of Taunton and Goetting of Springfield. Attorney general contest has six candidates Champlin Cambridge Gowdy Springfield French Abington Malone Greenfield Peters Haverhill and Sanderson Ayer.
The candidates listed for statewide offices include Curtis Guild Jr of Boston for Governor, Eben S. Draper of Hopedale, Frederick S. Hall of Taunton, and Augustus H. Goetting of Springfield for Lieutenant Governor, Arthur B. Chapin of Holyoke for State Treasurer, Henry E. Turner of Malden for State Auditor, William M. Olin of Boston for Secretary of State, and a slate for Attorney General with Edgar R. Champlin and George A. Sanderson of Middlesex, Clinton S. Gowdy of Hampden, Asa P. French of Plymouth, Dana Malone of Franklin, and Scott Peters of Essex.
The Pittsfield gathering framed Gowdy as a rising force for attorney general with a long lead as delegates rallied. Lodge Crane varied in reception while Gowdy fans sang his tune and Gowdy joined a pro reciprocal trade committee, drawing support from Goetting and Hurtubis among others.
The reciprocity Republicans pledged unanimous support for Foss and rejected any compromise on the tariff plank. General William F. Draper, favoring a stand pat approach, doubted a deal could alter the committee drafted resolution. Chairman Andrew G. Webster said Foss supporters would not concede on their specific plank.
Ex Senator Herbert Parsons of Greenfield praised the convention as the most exciting night before since the Butler campaign of 8. He said Republicans are waking up while all lieutenant governor and attorney general candidates cached with allies. They believed victory awaited at adjournment.
Gowdy of Springfield stands alone among six candidates for attorney general in openly backing the reciprocity movement. He appeared before the resolutions committee and invoked Puritan ancestry in his brief remarks.
General Edgar F. Champlin, a candidate for attorney general, says the convention should nominate him. He states the outlook is very encouraging and he has no doubt of securing the nomination.
Asa P. French, candidate for attorney-general, declares supporters assure him of victory amid a heated campaign. He states friends foresee him as the winner despite a warm contest.
George A. Sanderson running for attorney-general states he has every reason to believe he will secure the Republican nomination. He asserts confidence in his campaign and support within the party.
Mrs William Hunt of 135 Thomas St Newark New Jersey recounts a horrific eczema experience with widespread sores and scalp bleeding. She credits Cuticura ointment soap and Resolvent with cooling relief sleep healing hair regrowth and complete recovery after months of suffering.
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