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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1902
Page
10
Miss Agnes Martyn, class of 1903, of this city is named president of the newly formed organization to aid members in their work.
Beverly on October 7 reports a fierce price war among herring fishermen. Thomas McAdams, debuting his new naphthactory, cut prices from 2.00 to 0.75 per barrel and baited Gloucester and Boston vessels at 1.50 to 0.75 per barrel. McAdams vows to persist, even if selling fish at giving prices.
Former Worcester mayor Rufus B. Dodge was unanimously nominated for Congress by the third district Republican convention in Continental Hall. Ledyard Bill presided, Clarence L. Winter was secretary, and 83 delegates attended as Milton and Gray placed the nomination for Dodge.
In Holyoke on October 7 Republicans of the first Massachusetts district renominated Congressman George P. Lawrence by acclamation without opposition. The renomination solidifies his standing for the upcoming election and reflects party support in the district.
In New Bedford on October 7 a State Woman's Christian Temperance Union meeting read Henry W. Faxon’s letter enclosing a $100 check to promote temperance politics. Faxon warned that petitioning a liquor-influenced Legislature to enact temperance laws is folly.
London reports the first sitting of the royal commission to probe the South African war, presided by Lord Elgin. The decision to bar the press draws heavy criticism, with the Pall Mall Gazette arguing reporters are essential for a full and free inquiry.
The Hon. Josiah Quincy returns from New York amid plans to send prominent speakers to Massachusetts. Democrats press for a large turnout with rapid fundraising, scheduling speeches by Olney Quincy Gaston Collins Hamlin Shepard Thayer in multiple cities including Lawrence Haverhill Somerville and Boston venues.
The Second Norfolk Republican District convention met in Wesleyan Hall and, after over an hour, nominated Albion F. Bemis for State Senator. James M. Codman served as temporary chairman and Joseph S. Leach of Foxboro was secretary.
In a party slate for the second Norfolk district, Albion F. Bemis of Foxboro runs as Republican nominee for State Senator. Supporters from Foxboro and nearby towns spoke for Bemis and rivals Silas A. Stone and Elbridge J. Whittaker. First ballot totals show Stone 10, Whittaker 14, Bemis 21. second ballot Stone 5, Whittaker 14, Bemis 26.
The Republican State and executive committees meet to map a campaign plan as Democrats push active outreach. They will issue heart to heart appeals ahead of registration deadlines in Oct and feature speeches by Lodge Shaw Crane Bates Draper and others at Symphony Hall and in Newton Somerville and East Boston.
Senator Sullivan lays out his tariff reform and trust policies in contrast to Republican candidate Foss. He argues Foss would struggle with tariff reductions due to personal interests and party repudiation, urging readers to back the Democratic candidate for freer, principle driven votes. Sullivan supports tariff revision, reciprocity with Canada, and Cuba, claiming he will vote in line with his convictions without self interest.
The Republican committee of the th district will meet this afternoon at 4 o'clock with candidate Towle. The 11th committee will hold a session at Adams House at 3 o'clock where candidate Foss will attend.
Colonel Gardner and staff announce events for the sixth anniversary of the Volunteers of America. Tremont Temple hosts the Oct 12 gathering at 2 30 p m with General and Mrs Ballington Booth, General Guild as chairman, and many clergy and dignitaries attending.
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