23 Apr 1897
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1897
Page
1
A nostalgic poem titled The Sound of Little Feet recalls morning in a quiet street with children returning home from school and a beloved voice singing. The speaker notes the quiet after the hours pass and reflects that the little feet no longer come, imagining angels in heaven listening to that tune.
A harsh note on correction and boxing tragedy. Two prizefighters died this week from knockout blows in the region of the heart. The writer condemns the brutal sport and notes Kelley is jailed, likely to receive sympathy. At Concord Patriots day six young misses recited Paul Revere in 1775 costumes to stay warm.
Since 1880 Paris police have arrested up to 29000 beggar boys and girls in training for vice. Golden wedding couples in Wazemmes Belgium total age 800 years. Italy exports 2500000000 oranges, Spain 14000000000, Portugal 80000000, Paraguay 60000000, Florida nearly as Paraguay. Australian shepherds allegedly predict weather via sheep wool curliness. In England two elderly bicyclists, Elizabeth Smith aged 92 and Jane Martell aged 87, marked a rural festival. Japan theatres issue nontransferable pass-out tickets via rubber-stamped palm marks. Women scribes see a boom for typewriter work in China and Japan as American girls marry or wed abroad. A Denver stenographer reports engagement to a Chinese mandarin. Hong Kong Shanghai Yokohama are noted hubs.
A brief winter caution notes the dangers of sea wrecks and sickness and recommends Adamson's Botanic Cough Balsam as a preventive home remedy.
Frank R. Hadley ex-treasurer of Bennett and Columbia mills died at 7 this morning in New Bedford. Warrants were issued for his arrest on perjury charges related to false state corporation returns, with both mills under receivership. He had been ill for some time.
In Montgomery Alabama authorities report a night wreck on the trestle bridge caused by band of wreckers. Rails were removed and relaid three inches off line sending an engine and two cars into the stream. Several killed and others injured. Bloodhounds on the trail.
Joseph A Tasigi former Turkish consul for Boston was arraigned in the Superior Court on a charge of embezzling 135000 from the trust fund He pleaded not guilty and was held in 25000 bail was posted and he was released.
Chicago April 25 Mrs Geo Beane known as Mabel Paines the dancer won a verdict for 10000 damages after being shut up in a folding bed at the Hotel Normandie.
John E. Parsons of American Sugar Refining argues the Supreme Court ruling in Chap man differs from the Havemeyer and Searles matter. He says the Chapman case tests Senate inquiry into senators speculation, while the current questions concern a local campaign donation and were posed by Senator Allen.
An adopted girl, left with Elijah Kelly as a baby, was sought by Inspector White for six weeks after the mother vanished. After tracing the mother across Canada, officials located the child in New York. Mrs Knowlton relinquished custody when shown the facts, ending the inquiry.
Frank Moss appointed to succeed Theodore Roosevelt on the New York police commission with a term expiring January 1, 1898 if the Greater New York charter becomes law. Salary is five thousand dollars yearly, though police officers resent the appointment as a political slap at the Mayor.
Foster I. Swift, proprietor of the Wilson House at North Adams since 1871, sold the hotel Thursday to New York parties for 190000 and has leased it for three years. Probate administration requested for Law yer Harvey D Hadlock estate in Suffolk court, widow Mrs. Alexene Hadlock claims the estate is hopelessly involved. Dr Mackie, Attleboro cattle inspector, shipped 15 cows with tuberculosis to Brighton, eight on Alen farm in North Attleboro. An Italian worker lost both hands from dynamite near West Warren while blasting for the Boston Albany bridge, the man likely to die. Rockland lawyer John F McKay sentenced to the house of correction on three forgery counts. Grand jury cited counts, he pleaded guilty. Sylvester Rountree, African American, sentenced to life for murder of Anna White in 1896 in Boston. pleaded guilty to second degree murder.
A protest grows as Huntington hall leasing faces reconsideration by Lowell officials. Mayor mayors power to dispose of the property is debated while supporters insist the hall aids charities and public meetings. Callahan expands the streets force, adding a new worker and triggering a bet over civil service authority amid sewer loan driven job demand.
The board of health reports March measles totaling 269 cases, with Typhoid 6 and other contagious diseases listed. March deaths reach 173, including 88 males and 85 females, with most deaths under five years. Burial sites, nativity, death places, and causes provided. Mean barometer and temperature recorded. weather notes show 10 fair, 10 clear, 11 cloudy days.
A man posing as Schrader the divine healer drew crowds in Providence but, lacking a medical license, was forced to leave by Rhode Island’s board of health. He moved to Worcester where he continued blessing and treating. patients are told cures are free but asked to give money, which is kept.
Joseph McCoy was lynched near Washington at Alexandria Virginia on Thursday for the assault of his employer's two daughters. He confessed his crime before the mob. Police fought off two jail break attempts, and a second mob of about five hundred men overpowered guards and hanged the prisoner from a lamp post.
Tuesday May 4th personally conducted tour via Royal Blue Line five days in Washington with Mount Vernon and Philadelphia visits. Stop over privileges first class hotel and other accommodations included for 27 dollars. Address A J Simmons NEA 211 Washington Street Boston.
The will of Benjamin Dean of South Boston, lawyer and former congressman, was admitted to probate by Judge Grant in Suffolk probate court. The estate is not expected to exceed 350000 dollars, with 100000 real property and 250000 personal property. The will gives the estate to his immediate relatives.
Clara Kelly a six week old child abducted from Grove street school Brockton was found in Brooklyn by Brockton officers and returned Wednesday night. The child was in the custody of her mother Jessie E Knowlton who claimed widowhood.
An autopsy by Health Officer Doty confirms yellow fever in Otis F. Bullock, passenger from the steamer Finance, at Swinburne Island hospital. A Canadian petition seeks removal of kinetoscope fights from Parliament debate. Frank Evans the lightweight dies in San Jose from a brain concussion after a punch by Matt Semichy at the Athletic Club. An unidentified Boston man, Herman Meister, is found dead in Bowery lodging, having ingested Paris green.
Lightweight, fluffy quilts covered with figured silkerenes and filled with clean carded cotton grow in popularity. A. G. Pollard & Co. Blanket Department shows plain and corded edge, feather stitched and ruffled options at $1, $1.25, $1.50 and $1.75.
Prescott National First National bank and Nashua Street Railroad Co. stocks are offered for sale by Charles W. Eaton, banker and broker. A drop of two cents a pound in fine Vermont Butter at The Banner Grocery No 78 Prescott Street. James C. Donovan holds the city liable for injuries and horse death from an unprotected sewer. The Banner Market announces rarities of the season with cucumbers, asparagus, tomatoes, Bermuda onions, lettuce, radishes, dill, rhubarb, parsnips, Jersey sweet potatoes.
The 19th annual session opens at Knights of Honor Hall Boston with Grand Regent A W David presiding. Past Regent Charles E Kimball of Cambridge named assistant grand secretary as 76 past regents admitted. Reports, business, and petitions on taxes and laws are discussed. supreme officers attend. Royal Arcanum dinner at Parker House features Fernald Apgar Maecwatt Robson Goodwin Butler and speakers.
Judge Leroy B. Crane of New York City presented a check making him and his two brothers Royal S. Crane of New York and Frank M. Crane of Chicago honorary members of the Teachers Annuity Guild to show his interest in Lowell public schools. Crane, once a Lowell boy, rose from messenger to lawyer and legislator, later serving as city magistrate under Mayor Strong. He is 47, fond of Lowell, and has deep ties to the area.
Police Court Hadley morning session reports thirteen drunks disposed of by Judge Hadley. George W. Tryon fined $25 on complaint by Simon B. Harris for conducting a pharmacy without a license.
Governor Wolcott named A. G. Cumnock, Gen. E. S. Draper, and Col. H. A. Thomas to oversee the Massachusetts exhibit and Tennessee centennial. Charles H. Conant became Middle sex master in chancery. Albert Brackett and Carleton T. Phelps were nominated for district court seats in West Roxbury and Northern Berkshire respectively. John F. Dowsley listed among nominations. Also promotional text for all-wool Spring Suits offered at $3.95 to $22. Missing details on remaining items.
Inspector George W. Libbey of Lawrence died at 6 Morter street at 4 30 yesterday afternoon aged 53 years 9 months native of Lowell raised in Lawrence served on police force since 1873 with interruptions for political reasons and illness widely known for his courteous manner and loyalty His death followed Bright’s disease last year and illness with Hot Springs health trips Mrs Libbey mourns while James Conroy’s wife Mary and Ann Haley also noted with ages and family ties listed in the notice
George E. Mitchell of Haverhill sought a seat on the Board of Registration in Dentistry. George A. Pevey of Cambridge was nominated master in chancery for Suffolk County. W. B. De Las Casas of Malden named to the Metropolitan Park Commission. Elisha S. Converse of Malden nominated trustee of the Soldiers Home in Chelsea. S. R. Cutler of Revere nominated for special justice of the Chelsea police court. Harrison A. Plympton of Wellesley nominated for trial justice.
Mrs Henryetta Carter wed Josiah Parker Battles at noon in a large Boston congregation. Ceremony by Rev Dr Clarke. uncle gave away bride. Couple to reside at Exeter and Marlboro streets after honeymoon at Old Point Comfort. Attendants included J B Aldred and several Beebe and Hartshorne family members.
Mr Thomas Francis Saunders of Lowell and Miss Mary Jane Curran of Methuen wed at St Monica’s church Methuen on a Wednesday afternoon. Bride's sister Katie Curran and Edward L Saunders served as attendants. The church was crowded and a reception followed at the bride’s home. The couple will reside in Lowell after a wedding trip.
Miss Kate Langan and Mr Patrick Hannigan were married yesterday afternoon by Rev Fr Ronan at St Peter’s parsonage. Miss Nellie Langan served as bridemaid and Mr James Jordan of Lawrence acted as best man. A reception followed at 21 Lawrence Street.
John Monahan and Annie Gleason were married at St Patrick's parochial residence on Wednesday evening. Thomas Gallagher served as best man and Nellie Daly as bridesmaid. A reception followed at 14 Dunfey Street, with many fine wedding gifts received by the couple.
Charles Moran has secured a summer engagement at Lathrop's in Providence Rhode Island and will depart for the venue on Monday. In New York the scene includes Broadway Central D E Stimpson St Cloud F F Beaty Continental W L Baker St Denis and Miss Pilot. Miss Mary E Jaques daughter of Mr and Mrs George F Jaques of 555 Bridge Street celebrated her fifth birthday with friends yesterday afternoon.
The funeral of Edward Welch was held yesterday afternoon from his parents home at 122 Lakeview avenue. Burial followed at the Catholic cemetery under the direction of Undertaker Davey.
In this city, on April 22, at Lowell General hospital, Helena Geoghegan, aged 18 years 6 months, is recorded. The obituary notes the young woman’s death in the local hospital.
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