24 Apr 1896
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1896
Page
1
The piece ponders party unity and policy satire as Pennsylvanians back Quay for president and questions loom over Democratic leadership. It lampoons the MIddlesex dinner quip about a gypsy moth and a stalled quorum while wryly noting political fatigue and division.
L H Palmer recalls a Hyde Park derailment where a rear car was wrecked. A witty Irishman visits the Tall River line office asking why the company cannot save off the rear cars from the brain. The exchange reflects local color and humor on an historic incident.
The May issue features foreign designs with illustrations and new spring gowns for mothers and young girls, plus over a hundred costumes, hats and trimmings. Meanwhile J B Conant & Co offer five new Blossom Street houses and a London Street double tenement at public auction tomorrow at 4:30 PM, with detailed layouts, utilities, and proximity to Gorham Street and local mills.
Money deposited in the savings department of Traders National Bank at 20 Middlesex Street and 11 Post Office Avenue on or before Saturday May 2 at 9 p m will draw interest at four percent per annum from May first. Interest may be withdrawn or added to the principal on July first and January first. Bank hours 8 a m to 4 p m and Saturdays 8 a m to 1 p m and 7 to 9 p m. William F Hills Cashier. Henry Irving denies retirement from the stage rumor. Count von Caprivi, former German chancellor, is at work on his memoirs.
A fire starting at 1 15 this morning in C H Stramps livery stable destroyed 60 000 worth of property in five buildings. The flames consumed Harriman Bros tobacco factory with 35 000 stock, Carter & Strong feed store, and two smaller structures. The blaze is believed incendiary and insurance coverage was partial.
Jamestown April 24 clothing of J L Carpenter a well known banker was found near the Erie railroad last night. The chief of police received an anonymous letter claiming the writer robbed and murdered Carpenter and buried the body where it could not be found. Associates say he faced financial embarrassment and planned to go away. They doubt the murder tale.
In Greensboro Georgia on April 24 the ninth district GOP held two conventions. McKinley supporters elected two delegates and named J T McKinnery for Congress. Anti McKinley faction chose Reed and Morton as delegates and nominated T H Aldrich for Congress.
Albany April 24 Gov Morton signed H T Andrews bill limiting mercantile workers hours to sixty per week and requiring chairs for clerks. The measure applies to women and children and aims to regulate shop labor conditions statewide.
London authorities discharged William Turner and William Dunlap, tied to a New York diamond theft, after which they were promptly rearrested on extradition papers. The proceedings suggest ongoing legal steps between the two nations regarding the alleged crime.
Pittsburg April 24 Richard Waring sues G S Westinghouse Jr to recover 750000 dollars the value of 10000 shares in the Standard Underground Cable Co which came to a sudden end.
Denver April 24 The American National Bank, which failed recently, is planning to resume business on a sound basis. No additional business failures are reported due to the bank's closing.
Terre Haute Indiana April 24 The conference between miners and ore operators ends without agreement. The result is a strike set to begin May 1 involving 6000 miners.
Pittsburg April 24 Two freight trains collided at Yallitzin Tunnel late last night injuring three men. The wreck started a fire and several cars burned.
Detroit Michigan April 24 David Jerome an ex Governor of Michigan died during the night at Watkins ten He has long been in poor health.
Major Laughlin, Indian inspector, closes the Hot Springs treaty in Lander Wyoming. Indians agree to sell a tract ten miles square for 60000 dollars with the first payment in cash and cattle.
Miss Sarah Scott aged 25 died in Fall River from ostealacia a rare bone disease causing softening and brittleness of bones. Rheumatism preceded the condition leading to repeated fractures from minor exertion and accidental falls. Kidney trouble hastened her death after a long history of bone fragility and multiple injuries.
A Lowell visitor recounts his Virginia trip on the Old Dominion Steamship line aboard the Jamestown. He notes the courteous officers, describes the Chamberlin hotel and local memories, mentions meeting several Lowell names, and plans a James River sail before returning home amid hot weather and hotel prices.
Police court session focused on juveniles with Tyrell and Shirtwhistle disputing a damaged baby carriage. Ayer faced probation-like repayment for false pretenses. Cartier implicated in larceny of church tools found in pawnshops. Bouillame to return May 1 after a street advertising dispute. Drunkards released or fined. several youths allowed to “home run” after warning.
A broken crank pin disables the Morris engine at the pumping station for weeks. The pin likely weakened by a previous low pressure cylinder blowout. A cracked heavy casting near the receiver base is noted. Engineer Hart cites an old, repair-prone engine. Pumps run by the smaller Worthington engine, capable of moving 5 million gallons if needed.
A social event at 117 Fulton Street hosted by Miss Gertrude MacFarland featured a whist game with winners Luke White and Eva Olney, Brissett and Blanche Morris, and Joseph Lane with Gertrude MacFarland. The Pansy quartet performed, including Mrs. Johnson, Miss MacFarland, Brissett, and Kendrick. Luke White entertained guests with witty remarks and songs.
The petition from Paul Butler and Andrew Swapp requests an ordinance to ban placing ashes glass crockery nails and other items on public streets that could injure feet or tires. Violations would incur a fine of 2 to 20 dollars per offense. The item accompanies city updates on Bartlett school site surveys water wells and the postponement of a mayoral memorial service.
The trustees express appreciation for Francis Jewett to whom the bank owes much for its present high reputation and prosperity. Jewett served as trustee since organization, senior vice president, and chairman of the Board of Investment. Sympathy is extended to his family. record notice dated Lowell April 23, 1896.
The joint special committee on baths met at City Hall yesterday but only three members attended, failing to reach a quorum. The Common Council favors baths while the upper board remains noncommittal, with talk of studying the issue through out‑of‑town trips. The Mayor may chair to access a reserved fund, and proposals include nominal admission with soap and towel, or shower baths.
Mr Jeffrey Leon Mercier and Miss Allie Mabelle Quimby wed on a Wednesday afternoon at 3 West Eleventh Street with Rev C M Hall officiating. The ceremony featured palm and flower decorations, a wedding march by Miss L Anna Ware, and a wedding supper hosted by the bridegroom’s parents before a bridal trip. Many gifts were given including silver and china from numerous relatives and friends.
Philander D Howe an esteemed Billerica resident dies Wednesday night at 67 after a bout with grip, rheumatism, and kidney troubles. Born in Woodstock Vermont he worked nine years for Amoskeag in Manchester then with Atlantic mills in Lawrence and served as a Larkin Soap director in Buffalo. He lived in Billerica 18 years and once collected taxes in 1890. Survived by sister Mrs. Clara S Sargent of Lawrence, his wife died last October.
The Lowell Orchestral Society concert in Huntington Hall closed the season with Emil J. Borjes's new march, praised for its brisk opening and steady development. Soloists Miss Gertrude Bennyson and Mr. Everett M. Waterhouse offered strong vocal and instrumental pieces, while Grieg's Dance in the Hall of the Mountain King closed the program after a varied selection including Mendelssohn and Czibulka. The audience applauded warmly, despite a lengthy program and one planned cello solo being canceled.
A range of golfing and cycling apparel is offered including genuine Glencairn Cheviots cassimeres and plain cloths. Styles feature single breast roll collar sacks and bloomer trousers with or without extension cuffs. Long trousers available with some suits. Prices from 4.50 to 20 dollars for suits, hose 25 cents to 2.50, caps 50 cents to 1.25, belts 25 cents to 1, and sweaters 1 to 3 dollars.
Miss Marion Keyes returns from Bermuda and Mrs. E. J. Benner improves after pneumonia. Charles Swan and C. W. Mayotte head to Antrim New Hampshire on a fishing trip. Seraphim Clement returns to Canada after visiting his children. Major C A Stott recovers from a painful attack of bills. Mr and Mrs Charles Kendall visit relatives on Thirteenth street. Mrs L K Leach's successful Boston operation noted. Mrs Rennyson guest of Mrs John Stott. mother of Miss Gertrude Bennyson. Bates College debaters include Anson Burdett Howard of Sparta Michigan. Bates defeats Boston University on immigration.
At the meeting of Washington Commandery Golden Cross last night arrangements were completed for the trip to Nashua tonight by special train. A large delegation will go. Eighteen new members were received. Steps were taken to improve the hall with new furniture and carpeting.
The weekly issue offers 12 columns of village and town correspondence plus special reports on Westford's tribute to a revolutionary hero Rev M J Savage analysis at Billerica on Abraham Lincoln and abstracts of Billerica Historical Society papers. It also prints a full tribute to Gov Greenhalge by Senator Lodge and notes rising circulation and advertising patronage.
At a three month plan, St Pauls M and E church will be rebuilt into a new look. The official board approved a total remodeling of the present building and will invite Worthen Street M E church to use their house during progress. Other church invitations were declined for a more satisfactory current arrangement. Rev F K Stratton presided as the meeting closed at 11 45.
Keiths New Theatre in Boston announces next weeks leading attractions Della Rocca Italian violinist Paul Martinetti pantomime troupe Hilda Thomas celebrated character impersonator and ballad singer along with other variety artists in multiple specialties.
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