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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1901
Page
8
Yesterday afternoon was warm but the night brought a little improvement. Today has been blessed with a refreshing breeze which tempered the heat of the sun's rays materially. Barometer readings and temperatures are listed, showing 81 yesterday, 68 today, 81 later with indications of fair weather for Massachusetts tonight and Friday with fresh northerly winds.
The August 1, 1901 edition of the Lowell Daily Courier offers a snapshot of local news and notices from the era, reflecting the town's daily concerns, events, and public affairs through readable, period-appropriate reportage.
An item notes Burn Wilson's coal and Horne's coal with a Taylor Roofing company advertisement in another column. It also promotes Dows Diarrhoea and Cholera Syrup as a standard remedy, marketed by druggists.
A Chicago dispatch reports that the First Congregational church society ratified the trustees action by calling Rev. W. A. Bartlett of Lowell Massachusetts to the pastorate. Trustees were instructed to formally notify Mr Bartlett. It is said the call will be accepted and he will assume the pastorate in October.
At last night’s meeting of Eirene lodge of Good Templars a Labor Day picnic was voted for at Felch's pond West ford. A committee led by Whiley F Johnson Paul Abbott Percy Hands Miss Gertrude Judd and Mrs Ethel M Day was appointed. Officers elected for the coming term include Chief templar Miss Lillian Lincoln secretary Miss Gertrude L Judd vice templar Miss Nira White treasurer G F Tilton marshal John F Kelley. Financial secretary and pianist positions were tabled.
The second annual Co burn mission picnic drew a large crowd at Mountain Rock. Winners included Andrew Caddell in the quarter mile boat race, the Cad dells in doubles, Edward Marshall in the men’s boat, Elliot Coburn and Johnny Caddell in the three legged race, Walter Wentworth and siblings in the 100 yard dash, and Percy Edwards among others. The men vs boys ball game ended 9 to 5 in favor of the boys after six innings. umpire Mr. John Tewksbury observed the play.
At the annual meeting held Wednesday evening the French Baptist mission chose Rev. Isaac LaFleur as president and a list of officers including Teles Desforge as treasurer and Emma LaFleur as recording secretary. The group reports a prosperous year with $389.61 raised, $377.94 spent, and $11.67 left in treasury. pastor thanks supporters and looks to a healthy, hopeful year ahead.
At a Wednesday meeting of the Stationary Firemen the Labor Day parade marshal was named M. P. Conneasley with chief marshal aide Celine Richards and aides Hugh J. Gallagher and Jules Trudeau. Tinkham and Barrett were elected delegates to the Lawrence convention next Monday. A New York communication noted the Lowell Stationary Firemen's association is the largest local body with 200 names on the roll.
A lawn party was held last evening at the residence of Mr J E Armstrong 257 Walker Street under the management of Mr E A and Miss F M Armstrong Refreshments included ice cream and cake served by Mrs Hollis chair man and waitresses Misses Ethel Lena Pearl and Helen WoodCandy was provided by Miss Ethel Knowlton Tanics by Mr D H Lothrop Admission fees were handled by Mr Arthur Howard and Mrs H Lothrop Eugene Grosse provided popular hurdy gurdy music
A large gathering attended the B. D. A. grand testimonial dance at Belle Grove last evening. Music by Atwood's orchestra, with event coordination by M. J. Burns, P. J. Kane, George Hunt, and William Conway.
The Elm Leaf Beetle article explains its European origin, spread to Baltimore and New England, and its preference for English elms. It details the beetle and larva appearance, hibernation in chimneys and attics, and egg counts. It also offers spray recipes using kerosene and soda solutions and notes other pests on horse chestnut and eucalyptus trees in Kirk Street.
A special city council meeting approved a $14,000 loan for Nesmith and Rogers street repairs while delaying $12,000 for Gorham street engine house and $3,000 for Fort Hill park extension and $300 for milk inspector cases. The board discussed insurance on Huntington hall and Central street lines, with several sewer and drain orders passed. The meeting adjourned after votes and tabled items.
Dr. C Bret Poole reported his horse and Stanhope buggy stolen last night. Edward Shattuck and Dr Arthur Marren located the team with a drunken thief near Collinsville and drove it to Lowell, police seeking to identify the culprit.
Georgiana Leduc, a widowed mill worker, faced a drunkenness charge in court with her three children aged two to eight pleading for her release. The judge, moved by the children's plea, allowed her to return home on probation to care for her youngsters.
A city hall meeting by the special committee on cemeteries recommended paying the superintendent's salary as voted by the cemetery trustees rather than per the appropriations committee. Mayor Dimon outlined the issues, Woodies supported the trustees, Qua read the opinion affirming the trustees' right to set within the department appropriation, Pearson disputed, and the committee sustained the trustees after discussion.
Philip Germaine of Tyngsboro 28 a woodcutter was tried in the police court and discharged as not guilty on the liquor charge after the afternoon session.
About 75 Lowell officers toured Lynn and played a lively baseball game at Mountain Rock grounds, Lowell winning 9 to 4. Key moments included McCann’s bunt and steal, Flanagan’s fielding, and Maher’s pitching. Umpire Hoban’s controversial call led to a temporary replacement, with James Gorman officiating.
The ad notes convalescence requires attention to secondary anemia and tissue waste and urges use of Father John's Medicine to build tissues strengthen blood aid digestion and nourish nerves. It claims no opium morphine or injurious drugs and offers a $1 size with triple contents versus 50 cent size.
A Lowell resident testifies to Doan's Kidney Pills benefits after using them at home. The testimonial notes widespread praise, availability at Ellingwood & Co. drugstore, and 50 cent price. Game summary records Lowell 5 Lynn 1 with Ma her 6 strikeouts, Murphy 2, and officials Hoban and Gorman.
New England investors in Porto Rican tobacco welcome free trade as tariffs drop from 15 percent. Ames Pearson of Boston and a Providence firm run two operations. one plant in Puerto Rico now faces labor troubles and weather tied swings. Previously tobacco moved to Cuba. now Porto Rican cigars target the American market with lower costs.
At 1 30 special cars carried the party to the Merrimack house where at 3 o clock a banquet was held. Supt William B Moffatt acted as toastmaster and Deputy Marshal David G Bartlett of Lynn spoke briefly. Other speakers included Alderman William Connrey of Lynn Captain Roe and ex Representative W H L Hayes. Return was at 5 22 with guests praising Lowell hospitality and promising a warm Lynn welcome in return. Numerous out of town guests were listed, including city officials and local officers.
The calendar lists key dates for registration, caucuses, conventions, nominations, and election procedures across Boston and the Commonwealth. Highlights include Oct 4 state convention in Boston, Oct 6 last day for designating polling places, Oct 16 last day for registration, and Nov 5 state election with 72 hour rules for objections or withdrawals.
The New Bedford Mercury reports a shift to southern cotton mill growth, with South Carolina leading loom and spindle gains and Rhode Island overtaken in both, as states like North Carolina New Hampshire Georgia and Connecticut follow with varying capacities. New Bedford builds new mills while Fall River adapts slowly.
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