28 Apr 1896
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1896
Page
1
The dated column rails at water bonds in Kentucky and quips about Brown’s engagement to a rich heiress. It riffs on athletics bets, a Boston car accident, a fender question, lobster interests under Gov Walcott, and a joking portrait of Senator Cannon as a handsome republican editor headed for canonization.
A Chicago Record humorous verse notes a man’s spring moodiness and appetite slump as seasons change. It quips on rhubarb pie, wardrobe fixes from autumn, and the perils of love in April or May, urging steady work sawing wood to avoid romance distractions.
One of the nation’s top Shakespeare scholars, John H. Davis, is serving a life sentence in a Connecticut jail. Since 1883 he has read extensively on Shakespeare and can recite scenes from memory, often helping Yale students in difficult points. A Washington newspaper reports on Justice Gray’s Delaware trip with a humorous carriage bill episode.
A new Royal Victorian order is created by Queen Victoria as a lasting reminder of her reign. Lyman Kilmer, subjected to hypnosis by Santanelli, remained unconscious for eighty four hours with critical vital signs including a pulse between 47 and 68 and a temperature near 97 degrees. A giant prehistoric anastodon is being mounted for Rutger s College display, recovered from New Jersey forests where it wandered long ago. bones well preserved by ancient muck. The creature stood 12 to 13 feet tall and, with tusks, about 24 feet long.
Money deposited in the savings department at Traders National Bank locations 30 Middlesex Street and 11 Post Office Avenue on or before Saturday May 2 at o'clock p m will earn four percent per annum from May 1. Interest can be withdrawn or added to principal on July 1 and January 1. Bank hours are 8 a m to 4 p m weekdays, Saturdays 8 a m to 1 p m and 7 to 9 p m. William F Hills, Cashier.
At 3 AM the Old Dominion Line steamer Wyanoke struck the U S cruiser Columbia near Newport News and sank within half an hour. Passengers were saved, crew injuries reported, while the Columbia sustained a 10 foot by 1 foot hole and other damage. The Wyanoke, built in 1870, measured 2068 gross tons and 238 feet long.
Secretary of State for the Colonies Joseph Chamberlain has learned the five reform committee members J. H. Hammond Francis Rhodes George Farar Lionel Phillips and Charles Leonard have been condemned to death. He telegraphed President Krueger hoping for a commutation.
Grand Haven, April 28. Ray Coates and Mrs Enos Lawrence admit killing Mrs Lawrence's husband. Coates claims self defense while Mrs Lawrence says the act was premeditated by Coates and herself. Mrs Lawrence and Coates are siblings.
Toledo invites business men from across the country to meet June 23 25 for the creation of a National Credit association aimed at protecting merchants from debtors. The Chamber of Commerce issued the invitation to key inter ests to participate in the effort this summer.
A Washington report says Judge Brewer has refused to intervene in Bill Taylor's case. With no appeal possible, there is now no hope for Taylor unless a respite is granted.
Omaha officials report a ten day sensational trial ending in a jury disagreement. Nine jurors argued for conviction while three urged acquittal. Bolln faced a shortfall of $150,000 in his accounts as the case concluded.
A morning blaze at the Atlantic Refining oil works in Pittsburg Pennsylvania caused about 100000 dollars in damage. Officials believe the fire was incendiary and question a deliberate act.
Toledo, April 28. The Toledo Tube and Smead works were damaged by fire this morning. Loss estimated at 55000 with 34000 in insurance.
Chicago reports that experiments at the University of Missouri in Columbia show diphtheria germs killed by X ray.
Paris reports that Premier Meline will unveil the new cabinet at today's session end and the first ministerial meeting is scheduled for Thursday.
London court resumes the trial of Dr. Jameson the Transvaal raider. Proceedings continue at Bow Street as the case advances with legal arguments and testimony expected in the near term.
Toledo Ohio reports the tug Wisconsin sank in 30 feet of water at Lorain this morning. The incident occurred in open water with no immediate injuries reported.
Washington April 27 Mr Manley of Maine released figures showing 250 delegates electing for McKinley 161 for Reed and 217 for all others from a northern block east of Ohio. He notes McKinley holds steady while 83 are doubtful or contested across 711 elected delegates.
In Boston on April 27 Middlesex club hosted a grand banquet at Hotel Brunswick with guests Governor Wolcott Gen James Longstreet Hon J B Foraker Hon Chas Emory Smith and Hon James J Hoyt. Longstreet praised Grants rise from cadet to commanding vast armies and service to the country. He recalled meeting Grant in Mexico and in the Wilderness battle and prayed for peace for the republic. Hoyt of Cleveland spoke on "Three Great Americans" as the audience applauded warmly.
Dispatches report workers preparing May Day demonstrations across Europe despite government bans. Hamburg celebrates despite Bremen restrictions. Anhalt and Thuringia plan large events. unions may fine nonparticipants. Austria plans eight hour celebrations, Belgium holds mass meetings, Seraing hosts worker banquet, Rotterdam cigarmakers and others join. Italy bans demonstrations nationwide.
Selma D. Hardy a 65 year old milkman from South Framingham lost his $1200 bank account after two strangers taught him a new card game. He withdrew the funds at their urging and then lost all at the farm. Authorities seek the two men who vanished.
In Savannah Georgia on April 27 Charles Murphy, paced by Harry Wheeler, set a new half mile record with a time of 59 3 5 seconds during today’s bicycle races.
Washington April 27 The official speed calculation from the Massachusetts trial trip reports 16 279 knots. Com. Dewey, head of the trial board, says the result triggers a $125 000 premium for shipbuilders Cramps of Philadelphia.
The British government urges continued trial of bank directors in St Johns Newfoundland. Colonial Secretary Chamberlain telegraphs to use all legal resources to ensure impartial justice and non discrimination. A new grand jury will be summoned at the May 20 term to reexamine indictments.
Tiverton Rhode Island residents gather after midnight to eject inmates from suspected resorts on the town's outskirts. Authorities offer no relief, and over 100 citizens warn property owners to vacate or face summary punishment, with one proprietor forced to the pump.
The steamer Bermuda crossed the St Johns river bar at six this morning with 75 men from Fernandina who boarded the Cape Spencer at Trout Creek and were transferred to Bermuda. Bermuda cleared at the custom house last Sunday night bound for Port Cortes Honduras via Key West carrying a large cargo of arms and munitions of war.
The committee on lands and buildings met and opened bids for the Bartlett school foundation. Cyrus Barton won at 3374 with a $900 bond. Georgia pine will be used. A $250,000 loan by bond issue was discussed, and requests for new schools and additions across the city were noted, including eight rooms on Carter street and four rooms in wards eight and Plain, Lincoln, and Varnum.
A brush fire near Steadman Street in Chelmsford caused box 71 to be pulled at 12 41 yesterday. The blaze jumped from a burn pile and raced through woods threatening a house before firefighters saved the dwelling and the flames flared into the woods for hours.
Miss Grace Garrison and fellow pupils of Miss Adelaide E Noyes presented a testimonial in Lester's hall featuring a recital and dance. The program included piano and cornet solos readings and a wand drill by Noyes students Ella Proctor Blanche Marshall Margaret Lea and Monson with Loretta Macaulay at piano. George Fleming Frank Riggs Joseph Leach and several Misses performed while Alfred Garrison served as general manager with assistants and floor directors coordinating the event.
Patrick Owens reported money stolen by Edwin Lynch Michael Harrington Maurice O Neil and Joseph McDonald. They were arrested in Callahan's saloon Lakeview Avenue. Lynch's case continued to April 29 others sent to state farm eight months. Mary Garnett probation. Several others cleared or continued. Judge Hadley ruled Cohen case not Lowell jurisdiction and may be tried in Ayer for embezzlement if proven.
In Lowell on April 27 1896 the High School Memorial journal closes with $45.37 after expenses. The surplus is donated to local causes including Ministry at Large Lowell General Hospital Day Nursery Association and People’s Club. The editors thank contributors and Col C A R Dimon receives the notice.
Directors met yesterday afternoon and elected Hon. Charles Lilley as president to succeed the late Hon. A. P. Bonney.
Tomorrow evening Huntington hall hosts a sham battle to aid the Day Nursery with militia drill and a Gatling gun firing 600 smokeless cartridges per minute. Borjes' grand military band provides music. A whist tournament is set for Friday afternoon.
The Andover conference Congregational churches hold their 37th annual meeting in Tewksbury with reports of growth. Many churches report building projects, new pastors, increased memberships, and stronger benevolence despite hard times. Total additions reach 506, with Sunday schools enlarging and Endeavor societies rising, while home expenses drop about 10000.
The end men deliver professional songs and a chorus with infectious vim. An imp dance, double quartette, and several good solos, plus local flavor jokes with ex Mayor Palmer, headline the first part. A banjo mandolin guitar orchestra under W E Stratton provides a pleasing novelty during intermission. Howahya the operatic second part amuses, with a march of the Amazons ballet and other specialties. Fine scenery and costumes boost expectation of audience approval.
Richard Golden talks of profits from Old Jed Prouty and keeping the show's ghost steady as a Saturday night staple. Golden has secured the original company for the revival. Opera house hosts the revival Thursday evening with seats on sale.
Popular comedians Donnelly and Girard bring their clever farce The Rain Makers to the Opera House Saturday with matinee and evening shows. The New York production’s scenery and mechanical effects will be used, and the same fine company will perform with the artists.
Large houses greeted the first performances of a bill of unusual excellence this week. The Coulson sisters drew the loudest applause for their globe work and rope skipping and dancing. Harris and Walters and Arthur Rigby the monologist sparked strong cheers, with Rigby recalled four times. Midgleys and Clark Angeline offered strong sketches. Tony Fernandez showcased notable imitator talent.
The event of the week features the stage debut of the Vesper Country club tonight in the Alabasta Minstrels, marking a notable cultural moment for local entertainment.
Friday night William H. Crane presents a new comedy by Franklin Fyles. The author, a noted writer and Sunset critic, traveled south to observe life below the Mason Dixon line. The play explores politics forgery and love with absorbing interest from start to finish.
Sousa’s band comes on very short notice for a grand concert at 2 30 Friday at the Opera house. The renowned March King’s appearance delights fans as the season’s highlight, following a record tour that boosted both finances and artistic acclaim.
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