04 Apr 1899
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1899
Page
1
A James Whitcomb Riley verse urges calm after storms of sorrow and pain. The speaker counsels tempering grief with faith and looking forward to hopeful morrows beyond sad days.
Boston chatter riffs on Hoss Show and a French trade bid to engineer American locomotives. Lent revels fade as Lassiety settles into gentler pastimes. Women's whist clubs resume, Alpha Separator debuts, Omega oil ends remedies. Vanderbil t Fair wedding bells set, 48 000 roses planned, sparking charity versus extravagance debate. Mass horticultural society held fruitless talk last Saturday. Flowers of speech teased.
A girl at a church ordination questions if clergy have brains, a playful reply about love from a couple, and a child comparing a spider’s web to a top. The excerpts reflect light humor and domestic scenes from 19th or early 20th century periodicals.
J. B. Goodwin of 762 Dutton street Lowell produces sliding screens with bran springs on both sides and uses Chilton wire and quality wood. The fully warranted screens cost 1.25 dollars per window fit and he invites customers to inspect his methods. The piece ends with a quip about home life and blamed temper.
The United States Philippine commissioners issue a proclamation asserting cordial goodwill and pledge stability, self government where compatible, civil rights, religious freedom, equal law, and an expanded schools and tax system under US sovereignty signed by Schurman Dewey Otis Derby.
Washington reports that Lord Salisbury has accepted the general plan proposed by Germany for settling the Samoa trouble through a tripartite commission. The acceptance covers broad principles with details to be agreed later, and all three powers have now accepted the commission's organization.
Greenville South Carolina April 4 The 201st New York departs leaving two regiments at Camp Wetherill The Fourth New Jersey exits on the 6th and the Second West Virginia on the 10th Most Jersey men favor reenlisting in the new army if Col Gilmore a retired regular army captain leads the new regiment
New York reports the second and final Crook funeral train carrying 150 unclaimed soldiers from Cuba to Washington. All the unclaimed remains have been removed, the transport to Pennsylvania Road line delivering the bodies this morning.
The Iowa now repairing at Union works has been ordered to Manila to relieve the Oregon. The Oregon is to San Francisco as soon as the Iowa arrives. Repairs on the Iowa will take about three weeks more.
Washington April 4 It is generally believed Otis will complete the present campaign before the wet season begins and then focus on holding ground already won and protecting the flanks.
John C. Robbins of Waltham filed a superior court complaint against Charles S. Mulless of Holyoke seeking 25000 alleging Mur less alienated Robbins wife Maude C. Robbins since November 1 1893. G E Foss ward tender at Long Island hospital Boston died after long service to the institution.
A report notes that Mr Foss stayed at his post to care for 61 soldiers sent to the hospital for treatment, remaining faithful as a vacation was planned. The account highlights his steadfast service during the outbreak and the ongoing care provided to wounded or ill servicemen.
Ten in custody were disposed of by Judge Hadley in the police court. Among those released were Margaret Montague Charles W Ryan Thomas Houlihan Edward F Ryan Thomas Fielding Pete Heslin Mary Drew Elizabeth Durfe and Harry L Adams. Michael Rogers an old offender was sent to the State farm. A Civil War veteran with a pension Rogers spends his money and his wife must work to survive. The court lectured him and urged pension arrangements to aid his wife.
At the fourth quarterly conference Rev J E Robins presided and a unanimous vote favored the return of pastor Rev J A Bowler for another year. Annual reports from pastor Sunday school superintendent Epworth league president and board of trustees showed hopeful prospects for the next year. The New Hampshire conference annual meeting will be in Lancaster next week with Bowler’s return decision to be made.
A meeting of the Lowell District Sunday School association at the YMCA approved plans for a banquet on April 24 and a Chelmsford summer Institute on June 7. Rev. F. A. Warfield and Miss Ida Goucher may appoint delegates to the International Sunday School association in Atlanta. Reports from home, normal and primary departments were read, showing strong interest in Christian work.
Labor leaders of the Textile council launched a campaign among Greek workers in Gregg colony. A Saturday gathering at a Market Street Greek cafe, invited by Thomas F Connolly, led to 22 signatures in the Carders' and Pickers' union. A Sunday meeting added 23 more names.
In Boston this week Gen Dimon has entered a red ruby spaniel, a new English spaniel breed, and James E Burns has entered two pointers.
City hall affairs were quiet due to the mayor and officials attending Sergt Ralph B Walker's funeral in Gloucester. Three candidates Hawes Poore and Barley vie to replace Nathan D Pratt as principal assessor. A new ordinance defining the inspector of wires duties is planned before the next council meeting. Officer Jones made his annual arrest escorting two drunken men to a patrol box.
An old advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as a universal remedy. It promises improvements in digestion and liver function, claims to purify blood, relieve dyspepsia and neuralgia, and cites testimonials from W. B. Baldwin of Binghamton and Mrs. Jessie A. Mearns of Clayton praising its effects.
Obert F. Marden, agent at the Courier-Citizen Building, asserts Provident Life and Trust Co plans healthy growth through a careful, discriminative selection of new members. The policy contrasts with the United States approach, claiming only the best are admitted.
Funeral services for Sergt Ralph Walker held at Highland Congregational Church crowds including Mayor Crowley and militia members. Rev Merriam led readings, a duet sang Sometime We'll Understand, and Rev Trace gave eulogy praising the deceased’s defense of his country. The service featured American flag decor and a solemn, reverent atmosphere.
A somber march from the armory to Middlesex street, then Westford street ends at J. A. Weinbeck rooms where the casket of Sergt Walker rests in national colors. Soldiers, bands, and city officials in blue uniforms honor a brave comrade with reflective memories of war and duty.
The Longmeadow Golf Club sent notices for its annual meeting to be held next Friday at President F A Chase's house. Despite past debt on the club house, the outlook is bright with plans for early-season transport to the grounds and special spring attractions. Numerous team and informal tournaments are under discussion and trap-shooting may feature. grounds are unusually good for this time of year with firm, smooth greens though access has been a major concern. The club anticipates the most successful year yet as travel to the course becomes easy and pleasant.
Thomas Ducey born in Lowell twenty seven years ago was arrested in Lynn and sent to Newburyport jail to await the Golden case trial. He claims Golden confessed the hold up, weighing on him until he spoke to ease his mind. Ducey described as a simple minded tramp has drifted widely, and his detention is to ensure his appearance at the trial.
John H. Craig of Ayer wed Anna M. Quessy of West Chelmsford at St John’s parochial residence in North Chelmsford. The bride wore a pearl costume with violet trim and carried bridal roses. sister Emma Quessy attended with jacqueminot roses. Best man was William Craig. After a brief honeymoon they will reside in Ayer.
The passing of Mrs. Georgiana Roy formerly Vigéant is reported at St John’s Hospital after a brief illness. Native of Montreal she moved to Lowell circa 1881 and worked for New York Cloak and Suit Co. since 1890s. Survived by husband, mother in Montreal, sister Alma Vigéant, three brothers. The piece also notes deaths of Mrs Ellen Fahey, Mrs Catherine Thornton, Pridget Martin, and Mary Manning with funeral details and attendees reflecting local church and fraternal involvement.
Funeral services for Mrs Abigail H Noyes were held this morning at 1 o'clock at her son E J Noyes residence 49 Nesmith street with Episcopal burial. Rev Binnington of St Annes officiated and burial was in Lowell cemetery with R O Adams in charge. The funeral for Mary Florence Taylor followed from 86 Andover street on Monday afternoon and burial was in the Catholic cemetery with pallbearers James Fitzgerald Frank J Bradley.
A lively scene in the big store sales floor shows the boys department packed with mothers and young lads. Advertises low prices and money back guarantee on a wide range of boys wear from knee pants suits to top coats, boasting variety and reliable quality across sizes and ages.
The funeral of Mrs Bridget Lane was held from her Bridge street home and at St Michael's church with Rev John J Gilday officiating. Choir under John Warburton led singing. David A McHugh and Nano Gallagher performed, with De Profundis as cortege left. Bearers D Lahey FP McCarron P Cawley J McCluskey. Burial in Catholic cemetery. O'Donnell in charge. Friends in attendance from Providence and Boston. Subsequently Henry Fournier's funeral was at his parents home Laval place, burial at Chelmsford Centre French cemetery. Joseph Albert undertaker.
The Wiggin v Fiske case filled much of yesterday with evidence submitted and arguments this morning. Jurors retired to deliberate after the noon session. The next matter was Barker v Lawrence Manufacturing Co seeking damages for personal injuries with Manning representing the plaintiff and Richardson firm for the defense after a morning visit to the accident site.
Announcement notes the engagement of Miss Nellie G. Pickering to Mr. William T. Trull, detailing Miss Pickering as the youngest daughter of Mr. J. W. C. Pickering. Also mentioned are the birth of a boy to Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Munro in Chelmsford Centre on April 1 and updates on Frank Murphy’s return from Chicago, and Officer John F. Healey’s recovery and daily walks as authorities delay probing for bullets until his strength improves.
Mme Adele Malaret Michelet widow of Jules Michelet dies aged 46 after contributing to The Bird The Insect and The Sea She published Memories of a Child Nature and The Death and the Funeral of Michelet She was named an officer of the French Academy for her works Marquis Charles de Chennevieres director of the Beaux Arts and Paris Exposition 1878 died Sunday Richard Chamberlain brother of Joseph Chamberlain secretary of state for the colonies and former Westminster MP died Sunday in London The Aver Home patrons board meeting set for Wednesday at 3 PM
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