02 Apr 1896
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1896
Page
1
The item notes April’s playful flirtation turning to tears and warns of cunning wiles. It mentions a Wall Street speculator’s proposal and a harmonies clash over a proposed union station in Boston. Bismarck is praised as a man of mark, Mrs. Lease plans world travel, and a quip about dancing costs a five dollar bill.
In St. Louis on April 1 the Taxpayers league filed suit to restrain Mayor Cyrus Walbridge from collecting his salary during his repeated absences from the city. They seek an injunction arguing he has drawn 1100 for time wasted over the past year amid his nonattendance.
In Littleton New Hampshire on April 1 fire swept R P Whites store on Main Street destroying stock and damaging the building owned by Ira Parker. The adjacent Eastman estate building and the Courier printing office suffered minor damage. Whites losses reach 3000 dollars with 1500 insured while Parker faces 2000 dollars loss with no insurance.
Sans Simon April 1 settlers in the territory are in an excited mood over the murder of Alfred Hans. The victim's head was crushed, the abdomen opened, and multiple gunshot wounds marked the body. Ground tracks indicate Apache perpetrators.
In London on April 1 observers familiar with the industry say they have heard nothing about a proposed global steel trust. Reports claiming representatives from American British and Continental firms will meet in Paris this month are dismissed as untrue.
On April 1 in Fall River Judge McDonough found William H. Brown guilty of cruelty for confining a disabled horse in a sling. Agent L. B. Burrill of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals filed the complaint. Brown was fined $380 and is appealing the verdict.
Private news from Havana dated April 1 reports Maximo Gomez died six days earlier near Cruces and Santa Clara while traveling toward Puerto Principe. The dispatch claims his health was greatly weakened and that he intended to return to San Domingo, though the information comes from unofficial channels and is not confirmed.
London reports from Paris suggest a mutual concessions based accord between France and England regarding the Egyptian expedition to Dongola. Terms are expected to be published tomorrow.
In Manchester on April 1, William D. Sawyer of Dover and Charles B. Gaffney of Rochester were elected as delegates to the St Louis convention. Delegates backed resolutions in favor of Reed and McKinley.
Ex State Senator William E Bibb, a candidate in the 8th district, was badly bitten by a rabid dog yesterday. He shot the animal and took a train to New York for Pasteur Institute treatment.
Columbus, O April 1 Walter L Weaver a Republican on the 122d ballot was nominated for Congress in the 7th district now represented by Mr Wilson Mrs Annie Morton assistant postmistress at West Newfield Maine was arrested on embezzlement charges for 446 82 from the government
A letter from a Royal Yacht squadron member visiting Athens predicts the Olympic games will be a gigantic farce, marking a sharp, critical view from a campaigning observer amid the Greek capital.
In Columbus Ohio on April 1 Edward Knuppe killed himself after wounding Mrs Frances Russ who had refused to return as housekeeper. The tragedy occurred following the dispute over employment.
The President signed the act repealing the prohibition on appointing to the army and navy those who held Confederate commissions. Also notes savings at Traders National Bank with 4 percent interest from April 1, with withdrawal or compounding options in July and January. Bank hours listed for weekdays and Saturdays. William F. Hills, Cashier.
A. G. Pollard and Co offers 125 cups and saucers on sale at 10 cents each or 3 for 26 cents in bargain basement. Blue decorated cracker jars from 10 to 26 cents. Directing shoppers to visit the store for value buys.
In Jackson on April 2, men were found digging around the state house foundations at 10 o clock. They had removed two stones and would have toppled a 20 foot wall if not interrupted. The motive appears linked to previous legislative efforts for a new capitol building.
Santa Fe New Mexico April 2 Governor Thorn ton recently back from Washington states that neither New Mexico nor any other territory will be admitted to statehood during this Congress. Republicans initially planned to kill the bill in committee but chose to report it to Congress.
King Menelik of Abyssinia expresses regrets at being unable to attend the Russian czar's coronation due to unsettled affairs in Abyssinia. The statement comes from St. Petersburg on April 2.
Salisbury April 2 report Cecil Rhodes armed with 150 men moves toward Gwelo and Bulawayo. He asserts Rhodesia can handle the rebellion and maintain order amid unrest.
Sheffield EEng reports exports to the United States for the first quarter of 1896 totaled 832220 dollars, up from 563010 dollars in the same period of 1895.
Pekin April 2 government denies China has formed a secret treaty with Russia. Pekin China April 2 Chinese government also announces decision to join the postal union.
Pekin April 2. The French minister to China has been recalled, officials announced. The move follows diplomatic tensions and signals a shift in Paris Beijing relations.
Providence reports with five districts remaining that Governor Lippitt wins re election by about 9477 votes as Republicans carry Providence and other cities. Littlefield trails with 15638 while five districts tally 25115 for the Republican, Democrats concede a clean statewide GOP victory and losses in Cumberland. Assembly results show Democrats dropping to three seats, down five from last year.
Newport on April 1 reported a decisive Republican victory in elections. The outcome surprised observers who expected some gains for the Democrats in the assembly ticket.
Election results from Pawtucket and the towns of Central Falls Lincoln and Cumberland show large Republican gains with a sizable party plurality. Pawtucket reports a license majority over eight hundred more than last year reflecting strong GOP support.
Woonsocket reports the largest vote in its history with Gov. Lippet carrying the city by 476 votes, a gain of about 200 over last year, reflecting a strong turnout and political support.
Acting Secretary Reynolds of the interior department telegraphed Gen Hughes of Arizona that he had been removed from office and directed him to turn over the office to Secretary Bruce. The telegram followed a Bruce message noting Hughes refused to vacate the position and asking for instructions.
Buffalo dispatch reports the jury found Hyde guilty of murder in the second degree for killing Capt. Charles Phillips during a canal boatmen riot at Tonawanda. The sentence is life imprisonment. Separately, John Maley, 40, was struck by a falling plank from a fifth floor in Boston, suffering a fractured skull and expected to die.
Friedrichsruhe April 1 The 81st birthday of Prince Bismarck was celebrated with flags bands and a guarded castle. Regiments and chasseurs arrived with flowers and presents from across the empire while the prince received congratulations at breakfast and from officers and nobles including Count von Waldersee.
Boston will receive 1,200,000 dollars from the river and harbor bill the largest single item in the measure. Funds will be allocated over years under a permanent contract system and distributed through sundry civil bill appropriations. Boston business leaders and Congressional members earned the result, with a favorable committee report expected soon.
DeWolf Hopper with his magnetic personality and resonant bass voice headlines the season as Dr. Syntax. The operatic comedy, described as melodic and witty, will be staged by Hopper and his complete company for the first time in Lowell at the Opera House next Saturday evening.
At the Grand Canton Pawtucket Patriarchs Militant meeting held at Odd Fellows temple last night, Component No 21 named W J Hardy as Captain and E 8 Crown as Lieutenant with E S Eastman as Ensign. Component No 22 elected Henry Wood Captain with George F Adams Lieutenant L L Walker Ensign Allan Dodge Clerk and BE D Bearce Accountant. George F Rogers was elected major of the second battalion fourth regiment.
In a striking display at their Merrimack Street store the O Sullivan Brothers present a refined two window exhibit of fine footwear. Pink background highlights the shoes, giving an artful presentation unseen even by New York standards. The Science Social by Middlesex Women's Club draws praise. Sixty members delivered brief talks on science topics, with tea served by the organizing committee under Miss Harriette Rea, proposing a model social format for next season.
A Lowell store features wide spring menswear displays from sack suits in blue serge to fancy worsted sets. Prices range from $8 to $25 with co- or regular-length overcoats, plus golf and bicycle gear. Children's lines, hats, hosiery, neckwear, and gloves fill extensive stock as Hood's Sarsaparilla is recommended for spring energy.
In the case of Michael Howard against the city of Lowell, a settlement of 500 dollars was agreed upon. Howard, employed on a Lamb Street sewer, was severely injured when poles toppled, crushing his skull and leaving lasting incapacitation. The suit sought 30,000 dollars, and the matter had previously led to jury disagreement before Judge Lilley.
In the April session of the Superior Civil Court, a jury awarded the plaintiff $1,061.44 for land damages in Sliney v Brookline and Pepperell Road. Other cases included Charles Mayotte v Bernard Gately, involving alleged unlawful entry and humiliation. damages sought were unspecified. Between cases, juries considered further tort claims. social notices noted parochial schools’ Easter break and local club activities.
Mayor Courtney convened the board of estimates to set annual spending, directing $234,000 from sinking fund securities and $64,000 from corporation tax to debt reduction. Officials argued over police, school, roads, sewers, and fire budgets, with concerns about new beats, janitors pay, bridges, and rising iron costs while projecting receipts and potential loans.
City committee reviewed the 992000 request by Putnam and Son at 166 Central Street and cut 167392.26 to meet the law. The Mayor noted last year’s excess and the street department saw smaller figures as debates ended with a near-last-minute revision. A blanket year-end loan became likely as the mayor was told to draft an appropriation resolution.
A strong religious interest grows in Centralville as nightly gospel services at Fifth Street Baptist Church attract larger crowds. Evangelist Needham delivers scriptural, earnest preaching with vivid illustrations and pathos, moving many to seek the Savior and a Christian life.
The Moore Street P. M. church youth program last evening presented the cantata Strange Visitors. Miss Clara Stanhope led the class with a cast including Ada Popplewell Emma Black Ruth Whitworth Jennie Townsend Annie Stanhope Martha Whitworth Hattie Birtwell Violet McLean Jennie Hill Fanny Senior Jennie Laycock Gertie Needham Lydia Green Eleanor Whitworth J W Whitworth Edgar Walter Smith Frank Fletcher and Herbert Beaumont. J G Poppiewell was the accompanist.
Mr Amos B Leighton at French and Puffer’s old stand on Central street presents two attractive Easter window displays featuring Haviland China Wedgewood ware and cut glass. The stock promises a foretaste of rare goods inside and invites customers to inspect.
In this morning's police court six drunks were released. John Lunnz fined 3, James Cunningham sent to the work house for one year, and Alphonse Bacon common drunkard was sent to the reformatory. The complaint against Alphonse Bibeault for violating the state fire escape law was placed on fire. William Mead withdrew an appeal and was jailed four months for drunkenness.
Rev Alexander Blackburn spoke at the First Baptist Church last night to the Young People's Union. His lecture on Church Loyalty drew interest as he treated the topic in his usual engaging style and afterward was greeted by many former parishioners.
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