The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1882-09-21
MASSACHUSETTS, REPUBLI-
CANS.
Their Convention at Worcester
Yesterday.
ROBERT E. lBIsHoP NOMINATED FOR
GOVERNOR ON FIRST BALLOT.

RObGhI Lie i510AOF Illuminated HOR
GOVERNOR ON FIRST BALLOT.
Massachusetts Republican State Convention
was called to order in Mechanics Hall, by
Henry Cabot Lodge of Nahant The call for the
convention was read by Secretary Haskell, and
temporary organization was effected by the
choice of Hon. Charles A Stott of Lowell as
president, and e. ii. Haskell of Gloucester as
secretary. 1t was announced that members
were seated by counties. and were expected to
vote by counties. 1t was ordered that all res
olutions be referred to the committee without
debate.
Mr.. Faxon of Quincy offered the following
resolutions, which were received with APP
plause:
That the Republicans of Massachusetts welcome
back into their ranks the third party-the Prohibi-
tionists- assuring them and all others who sympa-
thize in the cause of temperance and prohibition
that in the future the Republican party will do all
in its power to so amend the Constitution of the
State that the manufacture and sale of intoxicating
liquors as a beverage shall be prohibited.
That a radical change in the jury law is demand
ed; that law-breakers should not be empaneled as
Jurors to try criminals, thus rendering law farce
and cheat.
That respect for law can only be obtained by
having vigorous enforcing powers administered i'm
partially.
The committee on permanent organization
reported Hon. George L. Hcar of Worcester
for president, with the usual number of vice
presidents and secretaries.
When the name of Senator Hoar was read as
presiding officer, there was burst of applause
and some person shouted HE voted for the
river and harbor bill" This created a momen-
tary excitement, during which there were
Kisses and cries of sPut him OUT But
Chairman Stott said siLet no such exhibition
occur in this convention; every man is enti-
tied to the conviction of his opinions" This
was praAfad with 7aOnlausa. which was nro1anu-
ed for come time, when the Chair again read
the name of Senator Hoar.
A committee was appointed to wait upon Mr.
Hoar and present him to the convention. Mr..
Hoar, as he appeared upon the platform, re-
ceiyed hearty round of applause.
Mr.. Hoar began his speech with condensed
history of the rise, progress and achievements
OF the Republican party, and the incapacity of
Democratic leadership to meet the require
ments of the nation. He alluded to the pre-
gressive element of the party which is apt to
be impatient because of the slowness of party
progress, and showed that great changes must
be accomplished slowly. On the question of
civil service reform, he said the Republican
party is pledged, and tho Republicans of Mas
sachusetts are doubly pledged that the civil Of
ticers of the country shall cease to be used as
an organized political instrumentality. The
holder of public office is entitled to be active
or inactive in politics, as in any other cause as
taste or sense of duty may dictate. The issues
tinuation of the Republican ascendancy in the
State, as the best for its interests; tie ascen-
dancy of the Republicad party in the nation in
order to secure freedom of elections; the re-
form of the civil service; the best legislation
necessary to insure financial stability, and the
revision of the tariff in manner which will
not ruin auy of our diversified and expanding
industrial enterprises.
The address of Mr.. Hoar was frequently in
terrupted with applause.
A ~ IT1o IL. III
resolutions, whish were rather communistic in
their tone, and dealt principally with the re-
lations of capital and labor, were referred to
the committee on that subject
The committee on credentials reported 1,287
delegates
At five minutes before one O'Clock, the con-
mittee ON ballots took their places on the plat
form, and balloting commenced. Balloting
was finished at five minutes before 2, and re-
cess was taken till hslf-past o'clock. The in
formal ballot resulted as follows:
Whole number of votes 1885
Robert 4. Bishop had.
". W. Cfapo 504
Scattering. g..........,.............10 los
The announcement OF the informal ballot
was received with great applause when the
vote OF Bishop was given.
AFTERNOON SESSION.
The convention reassembled at 2.40. A mo-
tion was made that the next convention be
the motion could not be entertained except by
unanimous consent.
DR.. French of Lawrenca offered a resolution
in favor of woman suffrage, which was referred
to the committee on resolutions Attorney
General Martin said the representatives of the
Republican party had come here in no spirit of
faction for one man; therefore in the interest
of harmony he moved the informal ballot be
declared formal and Robert r. Bishop of New
ton be nominated by acclamation, and the mo-
tion was carried amidst continuous applause.
He again moved that the State central COM
mittee be instructed to call the next State con-
yention in Boston. and the motion was received
with evident favor, but Nh. Faxon hoped it
would not prevail. The motion was carried by
large majority and the change was received
with applause.
On motion OF II. D. Hyde Of Boston tho con-
vention proceeded to an informal bsllot for
Lieut.. Governor, which resulted as ows:
Oliver Ames, 573; Charles j. Noyes, 1923; Col.
]. S. S.Harward, 283; and the balance scattering;
Oliver Ames was then declared the nominee
by acclamation.
Hon. Henry B. Pierce of Abingdon was nom
mated by acelamation for Secretary of State.
Daniel A. Gleason was nominated for Treas
urer and Receiver General. The convention
then proceeded to ballot for candidate for At
torney General. Hon. Charles R. Ladd was
nominated by acclamation as candidate for au-
ditor.
E. J. Sherman of Lawrence was nominated
lSr Attorney G0n6rai.
The platform was then read by Congressman
Robinson, and after ffuitless attempt by III.
81. Faxon to have his liquol resolution inserted
the resolutions were adoptefl
They reafirm allegiance to Republican principles
and express approval of the course of the Republic
can party; endorse legislation for the suppression
of polygamy; denounce all dishonesty and fraud in
the conduct of elections and demand that free bal
au affirm that It IS the duty Of eye
speedily reduce taxation in all forms and revise the
tariff but insist that in that revision the principle
of discrimination for protection and encouragement
of American industries and labor shall be adhered
to. aud such adjustment of details made that the
relief shall como where most needed, and important
interests involved be not recklessly disturbed urge
upon the consideration of Congress such measures
as may be necessary to keep coin and currency at
par with gold; to increase American commerce and
encourage American shipping and shipbuildng; to
provide and. within proper limitations, in support
of the common school system throughout the coun-
try; to inaugurate and continue wise, Just and hu-
name policy toward the Indians; to vindicate the
rights of American citizenship in all parts of the
Union; demand rigid economy in all State and Ma
tonal AFFAIRS demand reform of the civil service SO
that merit not patronage shall be the basis of Off
cial tenure; dsapproye any system of political as
sessments or demands for contribution under an
pressed or implied threat of removal from office
penalty for noncompliance under any other pre-
text whatever; tender grateful appreciation to
President Arthur that his administration has been
wise, humane patriotic and prudent and pledging
him cordial support; invite intelligent and candid
consideration of all propositions in aid of temper
irrespective of sex, and for the encouragement of
industry. frugality, contentment and prosperity
among all the people of the State.
The resolutions concluded with a hearty
greeting to the Republicans of Maine that they
haveEtriumphantly redeemed the state from It's
shameful record of usurpation, knavery and
fraud practiced and continued by their politi-
cal opponents, and that they have Joined the
advance with Oregon and Vermont in assur-
ing victories of the coming campaign.
In view OF the recent redstricting of the
state resolution was passed that the various
Congressional conventions be called by
majority of the district committee of the old
district residing in the new districts, and the
convention then adjourned.
WASHINGTON.
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