Massachusetts Republicans urge strict liquor laws and civil service reform
The Massachusetts Republican platform condemns intemperance as a societal scourge and demands rigorous enforcement of liquor laws, expanded court resources for speedy trials, and constitutional amendment to prohibit alcohol manufacture for beverage use. It backs merit-based civil service, labor protections, and nonpartisan appointments while criticizing Democratic misgovernance and pension abuses.
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Massachusetts Republicans Endorse Governor Robinson and Reform Platform
The Massachusetts Republican committee approves Governor George D. Robinson for three terms and supports a platform criticizing federal conduct and Democratic inaction. Delegates applaud resolutions despite a dissent on a liquor amendment, as Wellington Smith moves to adopt the text and Lodge seconds the motion.
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Oliver Ames Nominated for Governor by Massachusetts Convention
In Attleboro Dr Barden moved for a formal ballot for governor and the convention adopted it. A reconsideration motion favored by Oliver Ames supporters was ruled out as ballot had begun. The final ballot showed Ames with 945 votes, Crapo 35, Brackett 10, Robinson 4, Lodge 0, leading to a unanimous nomination by Major Hughes and Lodge announcing Ames as candidate.
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Lieutenant-Governorship Nomination At State Convention
The convention resumed with an informal ballot for lieutenant governor. John Q. A. Brackett led after initial counting, while William H. Haile and Myron P. Walker trailed. Colonel Metcalf urged unity, and Brackett soon won unanimous support along with re nominations for other state tickets.
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Calling Up the Candidates at Convention Motion Adopted
A Boston delegate, Mr Charles E Wiggin, moved and the motion was adopted to thank the president for his admirable address and for the five and excel.
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Brackett Nominated for Massachusetts Governor at Convention
Delegates switch motions on state convention site and nominate Speaker Brackett after a tense session. Ames nomination sought, committee selections made, and Brackett delivers acceptance praising past leaders. Cheers erupt as adjournment follows congratulatory p latform greetings.
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