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Press Release  Auditor Bump Commemorates Former Massachusetts Governor Oliver Ames

State Auditor Suzanne M. Bump, along with members of the Ames family, unveiled a restored portrait of former Governor Oliver Ames at a ceremony in the State House.
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2/27/2019
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Auditor Bump unveils former Governor Oliver Ames' portrait at the State House.

Boston — Today, State Auditor Suzanne M. Bump, along with members of the Ames family, unveiled a restored portrait of former Governor Oliver Ames at a ceremony in the State House.  Ames, a native of the Town of Easton, where Bump currently lives, served as governor from 1887 to 1890.

Members of the Ames family at the unveiling of Gov. Ames historic portrait.
From left: Bill Ames, Oliver Ames, Fred Ames, Maria (Terry) Kuntz, Charlton Ames, Olivia Ames, Henry Ames

After moving to Easton in 2017, Bump learned that the Ames portrait was not being displayed in the State House out of concern that its frame could be easily damaged. Bump worked with the Bureau of the State House on behalf of the Ames family to restore the portrait and install protective plexiglass to prevent future damage.

Governor Charlie Baker joined Auditor Bump in her office at the State House to greet the Ames family following the unveiling of the portrait. 

Governor Charlie Baker greeted the Ames family at a reception in Auditor Bump’s office in the State House.
Governor Charlie Baker greeted the Ames family at a reception in Auditor Bump’s office in the State House.

State Senator Walter F. Timilty, State Senator Michael D. Brady, State Representative Gerard J. Cassidy, and Chairwoman Dottie Fulginiti of the Easton Select Board were also in attendance.

State Auditor Suzanne M. Bump unveiled a portrait of former Massachusetts Governor and former Easton resident, Oliver Ames. From left: Dottie Fulginiti of the Easton Select Board; Sen. Michael D. Brady; Auditor Bump; and Sen. Walter F. Timilty.
From left: Dottie Fulginiti of the Easton Select Board; Sen. Michael D. Brady; Auditor Bump; and Sen. Walter F. Timilty.

The Massachusetts State Library also displayed artifacts and memorabilia from the Ames-era throughout the day.

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