Spooner Drops Hint On Wisconsin Ballot Fight
Washington reports Senator Spooner Wisconsin claims the electoral ticket may not clearly favor Republicans. He says much depends on non interference, a remark that unsettled the White House amid factional disputes between Spooner and La Follette. The Wisconsin Supreme Court backed La Follette, complicating party alignment in the crucial state.
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Foster Again After Bates Heirloom of Labor Resentment
The text notes continuing labor anger over Governor Bates vetoing a bill to limit working hours for women and children. Frank K. Foster plans to visit Lowell to reply to the governor. Labor meetings are set for Taunton Chicopee Falls Salem and New Bedford next Tuesday to discuss Bates action.
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Frank K. Foster
Lowell
Taunton
Chicopee
Falls
Salem
New Bedford
Cuba Big Brother Cigarro Offers Havana Flavor at Low Price
The Cuba Big Brother Cigarro uses excellent Havana tobacco described as mild and agreeable. It is marketed as a value purchase with a price so moderate that expense need not be considered. Sold nationwide wherever cigars are kept, 10 cents for a box of five. Estabrook and Eaton act as selling agents.
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Havana
Prof Fisher Supports Parker In Democratic Shift
Hartford Oct 19 A notable addition to the national Democratic ranks is Professor Willard C Fisher of Middletown Wesleyan University economist and social science chair He explains his support for Parker over Roosevelt citing fundamental party differences and the candidates personalities He notes labor issues and unequal distribution of wealth and declares Republicans unable to meet calls for justice He has long been a Republican.
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National Democratic
Willard C. Fisher
Middletown
Wesleyan University
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Fisher
National Republican Party
Massachusetts
Good Government Group Seeks Funds For Campaigns
The Good Government Association notes high costs to promote candidates including $10 300 spent last year on biographical sketches. It plans active municipal campaign work and appeals for funds highlighting its growing influence in Chicago politics and urging public support to sustain its efforts.
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Pine Ad
Douglas to Meet Worcester Democrats in Worcester
The Democratic gubernatorial candidate William M. Douglas will travel by the 12 o'clock train Friday with a Boston delegation to meet the Worcester Democrats at the Bay State House.
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Boston
Worcester
Bay State House
Captain Flaherty Foretells Political Shakeup in Gloucester and Salem
Captain John J. Flaherty of Gloucester, chair of the Democratic executive committee, predicts a major gain in Salem as well as backing Douglas for governor. Mayor Joseph N. Peterson of Salem and Gloucester Postmaster Charles Brown hear him out, skeptical yet amused by the prophecy. The trio meet in Parker House lobby as Flaherty presses his forecast amid playful banter.
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Gloucester
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Joseph N. Peterson
Salon
Charles Brown
Parker House
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Peterson
Joe
Flaherty
Salem
é‘Douglas
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Douglas
Fisherman’s Metropolis
Captain Flaherty
Republican Row in Plymouth County Nomination Fight
In Brockton on Oct 19 Edward T. Morse of East Bridgewater filed as an independent Republican candidate in the eighth Plymouth Representative district. Morse was defeated for the nomination at Bridgewater convention by George A. Turner. Democrats nominated E. Scott Whitmarsh of East Bridgewater for a likely three cornered race.
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Edward T. Morse
East Bridgewater
Plymouth
Morse
Bridgewater
George A. Turner
West Bridgewater
Draper Speech Used by Democrats to Drum Up Support
General William F. Draper, a Home Market Club founder, is to be celebrated by the Democratic State committee with a campaign document detailing his Westminster speech on Canadian reciprocity and GOP resolutions. The event promises a barbecue, band, and speeches as thousands receive meals and a roasted ox carving by Professor Allen.
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Massachusetts
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Big Douglas Barbecue at Plymouth Saturday
The Democratic barbecue in Plymouth, birthplace of William L. Douglas of Brockton, will be held Saturday October 29. Special trains and electrics will bring thousands to the Pilgrims landing as the gubernatorial and state ticket candidates attend. Speakers include Congressman John A. Sullivan and Charles B. Hamlin. The Plymouth Democratic committee plans extensive preparations for the event and seeks the biggest ox in the state.
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William L. Douglas
Brockton
Pilgrims
John A. Sullivan
Charles 8. Hamlin
Emery Mellock Wins $4200 Damages in Charlestown Fall Case
Emery Mellock formerly with Philander Derby Company was awarded 4200 dollars in a suit over injuries from a fall through an unguarded hatchway at the company premises on Water Street in Charlestown.
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Philander Derby Company
Waterstreet
Charlestown
Parker Guests of Democrats at New York Dinner
Judge Parker attended a Democratic Club dinner in New York hosted by State Senator Victor J. Dowling. Guests included John B. McDonald, John Fox, Charles Murphy, Cord Meyer and William S. Roche. Connecticut politics featured prominently as Parker reviewed canvass reports with local visitors and national campaign figures.
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Cord Meyer
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William J. Roach
Troy
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Syracuse
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E. J. Bowers
Mississippi
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Dallas
Tex
Filing Papers Sparks City Democratic Factions Clash
At the Democratic city committee office a rush of filings sparked protest as Ward 13's Frank J Linehan objected to room closure while officers enforced the rule. William Quinn filed a single regular ticket for all 25 wards, others filed antis in multiple wards. Filing closes Saturday at 9 AM.
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Richard Rowe
Live fowl barred from Cambridge market
Cambridge Board of Health last night adopted an order barring live fowl including chickens geese and ducks from Cambridge markets. Fowl may not be sold in the city as feathers are removed. Violators face a fine of 100 dollars.
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Cambridge
Boston Registration Shows Big Increase in 1903 to 1904
Boston and 32 cities closed registration last night with gains in almost every ward. Boston added 65,430 names the largest in city history, with Democrats mobilizing more work than Republicans. President Fitzgerald forecast a 25,000 plurality on November 8. Several hundred names registered at the courthouse and in wards outside, while a few wards showed small declines. A college man tried to vote after believing he lived there May 1, failing to appear on the list.
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Fitzgerald
Olney to Speak Again for Lodge’s Benefit
Richard Olney former Attorney General and Secretary of State will address the Democracy of Massachusetts at the Revere House Saturday afternoon on national issues chiefly the senior Senator. Ex Mayor Nathan Matthews will reply to Governor Bates on state finances with others including John C Crosby Colonel William A Gaston and Congressman John Sharp Williams. Dinner at 1 pm, reception at noon. nearly 400 invitations issued.
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Cleveland
Henry Cabot Lodge
Revere House
Olney
Massachusetts
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Bates
Republican Editorial Association
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John C. Crosby
William A. Gaston
Thomas J. Gargan
Shaler
Harvard College
John P. Leahy
John Sharp Williams
Fairbanks Speech at Madison Square Garden
New York October 19 Senator Fairbanks declared the Republican party has pursued enduring policies promoting labor and capital through sound economic policy. He contrasted it with the opposition whose past changes allegedly wrecked industry and harmed workers. He said Republicans favor tariff revision only when necessary, not for mere change or free trade.
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New York
Madison Square Garden
Fairbanks
Republican Party
Campaign cost guild nothing in lieutenant governor race
Lieutenant Governor Guild asserts no campaign expenses were spent to secure renomination, describing the filing as one of the most unique under the corrupt practices act. Other districts report unknown costs, with thousands spent in the fourth, seventh, and twelfth districts.
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Guild
Secretary of State
Russell Club Reunion Opens Season in Melrose Church
The Russell Club held its reunion at Universalist Church parlors in Melrose. Hon. Daniel Russell attended as a special guest. The programme featured an advertisement party followed by a social hour and refreshments.
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