23 Apr 1896
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1896
Page
1
The piece notes a sharp partisan rift over a proposed ratio, with Democrats favoring and Republicans opposing it. It cites John R. Thayer as a “rattling speaker” and mocks Loie Fuller’s Boston reception, describing a vivid dancer’s scene and ending with a caustic question about its impact.
Amusements notes a wave of poverty party plans by local clubs for the Vesper Club’s upcoming show. Groups of 10 to 20 aim for fifty cent seats as they attend in style, with the upper balcony nicknamed nigger heaven. The scheme, tied to Vesper Country Club events on Tuesday and Wednesday, draws mixed reaction but gains popular support.
The Bostonians open their annual Tremont engagement in Boston Monday with Robin Hood in its 2036th production. Noted cast includes H. C. Barnabee as Sheriff of Nottingham and W. H. MacDonald as Little John with Jessie Bartlett Davis as Alan a Dale, Helen Bertram as Maid Marian, Alice Neilson as Annabel, and Harold Blake as Robin Head. Matinees planned for Wednesday and Saturday.
Review notes that Girl Wanted at the Opera house last night is a flimsy farce serving mainly as a vehicle for Frank Bush. Bush excels in Hebrew and German impersonations, while the rest of the company blends into the background. Shel don’s songs appeal, and the parodies are decent. Major Janes D Doyle plays a clever midget policeman, with the women mostly decorative.
The bill continues to please and Gertie Cochran remains marvelous as in past weeks. Attendance was good at yesterday's performances.
Ex city official Harrington is reported to be confined to the house due to illness.
The little son of Mr. and Mrs. George Thornber of 110 High street died from meningitis after a three week illness, a loss following an earlier infant daughter. Philander T. Howe of Billerica Centre died at 67, mourned by many. Mrs Elvira Williams died at her daughter’s home, No 57 Nineteenth Street, aged 97, survived by two sons and four daughters. Funeral arrangements noted for Friday afternoon at 2 with friends invited.
The funeral of Mrs. Mehita Bartlett was held at her home 518 Suffolk Street yesterday afternoon at 2 30. Bearers were O A Brigham J D Hartwell ED A Eaton and OC Frye. Rev George F Kennett officiated and burial followed in Lowell Cemetery with Undertaker Currier in charge.
Funeral services for the late Francis Jewett will be held at the First Baptist church in Lowell on Saturday April 25 at 2 30 p m. Friends are invited without further notice.
Paris April 23 reports indicate President Faure will refuse to countersign the constitution revision bill. Tensions in cabinet over the Madagascar credit bill lead to the resignations of M Bourgeois and the remaining ministers. The cabinet itself was formed in October 1895.
The battleship Massachusetts weighed anchor at 9 AM and began a preliminary run. The weather was ideal with calm seas, providing favorable conditions to test the cruiser’s qualities.
The First Congregational church in San Francisco will decide next Wednesday night whether to declare the pulpit vacant. If Dr. Brown is deposed, church measures will seek a supply. If the vote fails, an appeal to civil courts or an ecclesiastical council may follow to dismiss the pastor.
Major McLaughlin Indian inspector announces completion of the Hot Springs treaty with the Indians. They agree to sell a tract ten miles square for sixty thousand dollars, with the first payment due in cash and cattle.
Washington April 23. Chairman Henderson of the finance committee announces debate on the bankruptcy bill for Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday next with the votes on Thursday.
A largely attended butterfly social was held at Central Congregational church in Chelmsford on Wednesday evening. The event featured a fan drill by young women in white, led by Elizabeth K. Stevens, with piano solos, songs, and readings, all organized by the society's young women.
Funeral services were held at 65 Fort Hill Avenue for Lincoln Whitman son of Mr and Mrs I Watts Whitman who died after an electric car accident on High Street Tuesday. Relatives and friends filled the room as Rev H W Millington and Rev C W Huntington officiated. Singers Edith Freeman and Edna MacBrayne performed, with selections Gathering Home and Fold Thy Little Hands. Burial followed in the Ipswich family lot.
In Albany on April 22 the Greater New York bill to authorize a governor appointed commission to frame a charter and declare territory annexed passed the assembly 78 to 69, with dramatic tension as lawmakers feared shifting votes. Bondy and Goodsell switched to support, prompting applause before a 4.30 recess.
Springfield April 22 George H Lyman Republican state chair and Curtis Guild Jr of Boston spoke on the presidential outlook. Lyman, returning from a national sentiment tour, and Guild say Reed's prospects have improved recently. Lyman in Washington discussed Allison Morton and other booms while criticizing inflated McKinley delegate claims. Georgia delegates show weak support for McKinley despite declarations.
Baltimore April 22 state convention adopted a gold standard platform and chose delegates to the St Louis convention who were unpledged despite McKinleyites efforts. Ex Consul General Waller spoke praising the party for rescuing Maryland from the democrats.
In Buda Pesth on April 22 an autopsy confirmed Baron de Hirsh died of apoplexy. Rumors alleging suicide or foul play in the Baron’s death were circulated in the United States by a news agency but are unfounded.
Rev Minot J Savage delivered a Billerica town hall talk on Abraham Lincoln praising his education honesty and leadership linking the man to a nation in peril. The Village Improvement Association backed the well attended lecture highlighting Lincoln as a thinker and unselfish public servant.
Spies report Osman Digna's forces demoralized after defeat in Suakin Egypt. Over a hundred killed and a hundred wounded. Digna accuses friendly Arabs of treachery and remains furious at their assistance to the Egyptians.
A coffee party at Grace Universalist church this evening offers supper from 6 to 7 30 with readings by Emma Prichard Hadley of Boston, assisted by Edward Everett Adams and others. Admission including supper is 15 cents.
Funeral services for Ex Mayor Francis Jewett will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 30 in the First Baptist church. Charles J Glidden will supervise the funeral arrangements.
Kid McCoy and Mysterious Billy Smith were matched here today to box 20 rounds before the Suffolk Athletic club of Boston on May 18. The preliminary will likely be a 15 round bout between Sammy Kelly and Mike Sears of Boston.
Rev. F. K. Stratton was welcomed back to St. Pauls Church for another year with a vestry reception led by the Ladies Aid. Renovation plans were announced and the congregation may attend Worthen Street M. E. church for worship during alterations, with pastors alternating Sundays.
The committee of accounts approved department pay rolls last night. It criticized paying the clerk of lands and buildings and the assistant superintendent of streets and time keeper salary for seven days a week. It was voted to ask the various committees to correct this matter.
The event hosted last evening drew strong support as Rev W W Jackson spoke briefly to the children about hopeful futures. Mr Kimball extends thanks to all who contributed and showed interest, with special gratitude to those who donated cake.
Money deposited in the savings department of Traders National Bank at 30 Middlesex Street and 11 Post Office Avenue on or before Saturday May 2 at 9 o clock p m will draw interest at four per cent per annum from May first. Interest may be withdrawn or added to the principal on July first and January first. Bank hours are 9 a m to 4 p m weekdays Saturdays 8 a m to 1 p m and 7 to 9 p m. W F Hills Cashier. 12th annual carriage sale Fay Bros and Hosford Friday at 1 30 p m.
At City Hall the street committee bought sixteen new horses for a total of 3200 dollars. Average cost per pair is four hundred dollars. A recent auction saw worn horses sold, sparking debate about city livestock needs. Roads and bridges cost 31977.32 this year, sewers 8465.87, pauper department 29291.30, lighting 23922.70, debt payments 27300, and interest 12081.19. A Nesmith street electric track may require grade changes, with questions about who pays. The streets committee plans a Worcester tour to inspect a more economical water cart, aiming for a perfect test. Mayor Courtney and ex Mayor Palmer finalize Gav Greenhalge memorial service arrangements.
A large crowd attended Wamesit Lodge No. 7102 I C O F M A at Wells's hall for its first grand concert and ball. Mill's orchestra performed with Miss Minnie Bradley singing and reading, plus a skirt dance by Miss Bradley and a dance by James Fraser. The event featured twenty numbers, including the nine pin dance, and concluded at midnight. Officers listed included General manager William L. Blake and floor director John B. Billings with several aides.
In the Highland Congregational vestry last night a concert was presented by the former Unitarian quartet. Ada Buckland read, Imogene E Humphrey and William B Sturtevant accompanied. The program benefited from W A Corey's Sunday school class and a committee led by F H Stratton J E Webster Jr F T Massey R N Mackey and A T Mann organized the event.
A Worthen Street Baptist Church Ladies' Aid social last evening featured an excellent supper and light entertainment. Violin solos by Miss Amy L. Tucke, songs by Joseph Barsber and Mrs. Davis, readings by Rev. Bowley Green, and piano solos by Miss Kenny and Miss Gale delighted attendees.
Smoke damage proved heavier than first thought, with a large basement stock drenched by water and chemical runoff from firefighting. Firefighters did all they could to limit further destruction despite the challenging loss estimate.
Mechanics lodge of Odd Fellows held a meeting to eulogize the late Francis Jewett former mayor. At the Grand Canton Pawtucket session a committee of T. E. Boucher George F. Offutt and Frank Gray was named to draft resolutions.
Weather swings from sun to snow as April unsettles, making a light top coat essential. The advert lists regular length spring overcoats and coverts priced from eight to twenty five dollars, highlighting quality even for the busiest tailor.
After four men were dismissed for first offences of drunkenness, Annie O Laughlin was sentenced to the workhouse for four months. John F Wholey pleaded guilty to evasion of fate and was fined ten dollars, later raised to twelve dollars and twenty cents. Several youths, including 12 to 14 year olds, were held over for trial.
Fire swept two North Chelmsford buildings owned by Silver & Gay on the Stony Brook line, destroying lumber patterns and picker machinery. A live wire is suspected. Fire crews from Hose G. C. Moore and North Chelmsford units fought the blaze, with aid called when the dwelling nearby heated up. A local error in command was noted as delaying full action.
George McGowan failed to pay a cab fare after a ride to South Lowell. The cabman returned to town and reported to the police, where McGowan was subsequently locked up.
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