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Newspaper

Lowell Daily Courier

Location

Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Aug 01, 1903

Page

7

Stock Market Mixed on Saturday With Downward Tone

The Saturday noon market showed few changes and a general downward drift after the bank statement fell short of expectations. Early gains were limited as Rock Island and Realty preferred weakened, while North American and Pullman advanced on hoped for reforms and dividend announcements. The day ended lifeless with a slow recovery after a brief curb jump by Northern Securities.

Rock Island Realty Noth American Rock Island and Realty Preferred Rock Island Preferred Metropolitan Securities Evansville & Terre Haute North American Pullman Consolidated Gas New York Chicago & St. Louis Mexican Central Cleveland D. C St. Louis New Jersey Central Wheeling & Lake Erie Colorado Fuel Virginia-Carolina Chemical Leather Northern Securities Company Minnesota People’s Gas International Pump Preferred Hocking Valley Pittsburg C. & St. Louis

New York Cotton Futures Open Mild. Spot Upland Prices Steady

Futures opened easy with August at 11.95 bid and September 10.65. October 9.88 and November 9.75 bid, December 9.75, January 9.73. rare 9.74 and 9.76. March offered. Spot closed quiet with middling uplands at 12.75 and middling gulf at 13. no sales.

New York Gulf

Bank reserves and deposits rise amid mixed financial shifts

The report shows reserves up 5.14 million, loans up 946 thousand, specie up 4.37 million, legal tenders up 2.64 million, deposits up 7.48 million, and circulation up 43 thousand. In markets Haven and Clement note the securities market resisted strain, predicting gradual price recovery and improved dividends if liquidity strains ease.

Textile markets show doubt on price permanence and steady output

R D Dun and Co reports no confidence in lasting cotton price levels as buyers demand prompt delivery. Mills cut idle capacity with half time work, while raw material costs stay firm. Woollens and light new spring lines open. footwear demand remains strong though hides stay weak, prompting delayed leather purchases.

R. D. Dun & Co Boston

Transfer of Accounts Offers Easy Move to Us

A weekly market letter suggests transferring from another broker to avoid dissatisfaction. It promises to handle the transfer at no cost or trouble and requests notice by person or mail for immediate activation. Wabash pfd 873g 87 2634 £ 64 West Union Tol. 84 84 £ 484 W.&L.E.0. 154 154 184.

Wabash Pfd West Union Tol W.&l.e

Clarendon Goodwin Resting, Several Others Discharged

Clarendon W. Goodwin rests well and is expected to leave hospital within a week. Eight other patients are anticipated to be discharged soon. George Perusse and Jeremiah McCarthy at Emergency hospital also improving and to be discharged shortly. Passes restricted. soldiers to enforce visitor controls. Fort Hill debris found in wood fragments from the explosion. Little Napoleon Hamel remains in critical condition after his wounds, with last rites given by Rev. Fr. Nolin. Major Dow arrives to tend to sick soldiers as Col. Darling may appear soon.

Clarendon W. Goodwin George Perusse Jeremiah McCarthy Dow Col. Darling Napoleon Hamel Charles Hamel Fr. Nolin O. M.L Gilbert New York Commercial Bulletin

British Italians and German Denied Landing

Eighteen British subjects and two Italians and one German were refused admission by U S Immigrant Commissioner North in San Francisco for seeking to land as contract laborers. They claimed fares from Nanaimo and Ladysmith, B C, and said they would work as miners at Coos Bay. They will be deported to British Columbia.

San Francisco Cal United States North Nanaimo Ladysmith B. C Coos Bay British Columbia

Cour ier Citizen Relief Fund Donations List

A long list of donors and amounts contributes to the Courier-Citizen Relief Fund. Frederick Fanning Ayer J C Ayer Company Simpson & Rowland William S Southworth Mrs S W Francis CG Coburn Co Charles E Howe Henry Tibbetts Miss Ellen McDonalds A Working Woman C W W Richardson Bright Sears G Covssec Charles P Botham Daniel He Varnum George W Bagley Rowlandsons N D Burnham Mrs Marian Healey Emerson Ginter Grocery Co and others pledged sums totaling 4410.50 dollars.

Frederick Fanning Ayer J.C. Ayer Company Courier-Citizen Co Simpson & Rowland William S. Southworth S. W. Franciss CG. B. Coburn & Co Charles E. Howe PSP IAI Ciple Satarere Vacate E.M. Slayton"Co Hnaenlees Polio Eikelavel Inc Tletoia Dio Wis Eie Co Gharanneas John Leith Lawrence Cummings Uae United States Cartridge Co Henry L. Tibbetts Braih Golren Apiace Matichettia Aia ETIC Dade Wawwars Dabik C. Ox S. Flaws Aeicue Cediela Re Gioia Sok Brstate Aidi Halite Vo Mary H. Semple Cseceecs Caces Mir Atkinsonis Hisses Wis Sahamath Ellen McDonalds Ghratec Dann Wee Joseph Flynn Ssese Ec Vecen Seicsceccc Neboc Soccce Pollard iGc! Co Odscec Rt Secees Avtisages Joseph L. Chalifonx Seeeseeceeseeceverenettene PSD Taycuc Ciakothci'e Eip Tie Visser Etwas Gaga Dilley F. OM Bill Putnam Tite Bright Sears G Charles P. Botham Daniel He George W. Bagley Carter Aptien Ana Unipy Ohbis Marian H. Healey Re‘ Emerson Brnie JH. Kelleys Isida Astack Lowell W. T. Griffin Charles E. Emesate ET Ginter Grocery Co

Relief Fund Donations Pour In After Riverside Park Explosion

Letters from citizens and business figures in Tewksbury Lowell and nearby areas report substantial contributions to a Relief Fund for victims of the Riverside Park disaster. Donors include Albert C Blasdell John C Castor Enoch Foster Charles E Howe Harry Brice and others. One victim Joe Leblanc from the Vesper Country Club lost most household goods and is the focus of a fund drive led by Vesper Country Club golfers and the greens department, with initial contributions listed and more requested.

Albert C. Blaisdell Tewksbury John C. Castor Enoch Foster Charles E. Howe Lowell Harry Brice Joe” Leblanc Vesper-Country Club Tyne Vesper- Country Club Leblanc Hemenway Greens Department

Relief Fund Grows Amid Wednesday Disaster Suffering

Hundreds of dollars poured into the Courier Citizen relief drive for homeless families, with the total expected to hit $5000 by sunset. Riverside park hosts donations as volunteers set up collection boxes for visitors viewing the ruins, while tales of compassion from Blind Tommy Dixon and others accompany the effort.

Courier-Citizen Fund Riverside Park BE. Putnam Courier-Citizen Tommy Dixon

Local club appeals for immediate contributions

A club official urges prompt, generous support after a personal inquiry into recent events. Treasurer Mr. Markland or any club official is designated to receive contributions to aid in addressing the situation.

Markland

King Edward and Queen Arrive amid Cork Welcome

In Cork Aug 1 the royal yacht Victoria and Albert reached Bearhaven. Firing of salutes and cheers filled the city as King Edward and Queen Alexandra landed. They toured decorated streets to the race course where the King presented colors to two Irish regiments. the Catholic bishop refused to join the Protestant chaplain at the blessing.

Cork Ireland Edward Queen Alexandra Victoria and Albert Bearhaven Corporation of

New Orleans Cotton Exchange Quotes Stir Antitrust Tension

In New Orleans on August 1 the cotton exchange opened with quotations from the New York market despite expectations of none and a large floor attendance. The local exchange refused to join New York in the anti bucket shop agreement, and Superintendent Hester declined to explain how quotations were secured, saying they were legitimate. Officers and directors labored through the night seeking a workable agreement, though both exchanges were said to maintain their positions.

New Orleans Exchange New York Exchange

French Have Moros Too Capture Camels At Sidi El Jady

About 100 Moros of the Bereaber tribe attacked a French force of 50 sharpshooters guarding 150 camels at Sidi El Jady Algiers. A brisk fight ensued with heavy Moros losses. ten sharpshooters and two French corporals were killed and all the camels were carried off.

Algiers Algeria Sidi el Jady

Minnesota Wins Case Against Northern Securities Firm

In St Paul Minnesota Judge Lochren ruled in favor of Northern Securities in the case brought by the state of Minnesota. The decision was announced today in U S district court.

State of Minnesota St. Paul, Minn Lochren United States District Court State of Minnesota Northern Securities Company

Supplementary estimates grant extra aid for St Louis Exposition

London issues supplementary estimates granting an additional 250000 dollars for the royal commission's aid to the St Louis exposition through March 31, 1904. An explanatory note states all further contributions will be provided in future budgets.

London Royal Commission St. Louis Exposition

Aliens Entering U S At Ellis Island Rise In July

New York reports a July increase of six thousand more aliens arriving at Ellis Island than the same month a year earlier. The July total reached 42,000 this year, up from 36,000 in July 1902 and 28,000 in July 1901.

New York United States Ellis Island

Ashby Old Home Week Celebrations Attract Many Visitors

Old Home Week in Ashby drew many visitors to the hill town. Highlights included an 11 am band concert on the common, a noon basket lunch, church exercises with welcome by Selectman A. W. Brooks, a historical address by Rev. Walter Rice, and songs like Home Sweet Home and Auld Lang Syne. Evening open-air concerts, a First Parish hall ball, orchestra, and dancing followed, directed by Lester Co. Parker. The organizing committee included Selectmen and local club leaders.

Old Hill Ashby the Congregational Church A. W. Brooks George S. Shay George Simonds Walter Rice Agawam Genorus Henry A. Estabrook Charles H. Ureene Fitchburg Edward B. Malley Somerville Ashby High School H. S. Cowell Cushing Academy Ashburnham Lester Co. Parker William Sheldon L. W. Starkey Frank Pillsbury Frea A. Bingham A. S. Brooks David H. Damon C. B Albert Wilder Clinton Demont John Damon Alice Greene Harry F. Bingham

Crowley Child Mary Teresa funeral notice

Crowley infant Mary Teresa, aged 10 months 12 days, died in this city at her parents home 498 Fletcher Street. Hall Alice M., aged 43 years 1 month 10 days, funeral from 126 Fort Hill Avenue Monday at 2 30 p.m. Friends invited. Burial private.

Crowley Dennis Elizabeth Fletcher Street Mary Teresa Crowley Hall Alice M. Hall Fort Hill Avenue

Sentenced man Murphy of union embezzlement given five years six months

Lawrence Murphy former treasurer of the Journeyman Stone Cutters union was convicted of grand larceny and sentenced to five years and six months in state prison Judge Newburger condemned his riotous living noting he stole twenty seven thousand dollars from union funds He claimed a put up job while his lawyer sought clemency and Murphy lamented the shame of the trial.

New York Lawrence Murphy Journeyman Stone Cutters’ Union Newburger Murphy John Mitchell Pennsylvania Europe Tam

Improvement in Cotton Goods Prices Strain Mills

The Herald notes a tentative pickup in demand for cotton dry goods from first hands, while prices rise but fail to cover the cotton surge. Mills cut production with 800,000 to 1,000,000 spindles idle in Fall River, and several centers report shut downs. Demand remains uncertain as manufacturers resist high bids, with output curtailment seen as necessary amid scarce raw cotton and ongoing price firmness.

Herald New England Fall River Lowell Providence

Five Still Missing After Portland Bridge Disaster

Portland memorial reports five missing after yesterday's bridge collapse. The dead include Lottie E. Cameron, 16, and Edward Shank, 13. Injuries rise to 80 as rescue efforts continue amid the wreckage and search.

Portland Ore Lottie E. Cameron Edward Shank

Family Group Heads to Camp Pinecrest for Two Weeks

Mr and Mrs A E Kidder and their sons Charles and Frank travel with Mrs W W Wilkinson Miss Gertrude Eastman and T Lipton Smith of F D Munn Son leave August 3 for Camp Pinecrest Bow Lake Strafford NH for two weeks Mr W W Wilkinson plans to join them on Saturday

A. E. Kidder and Sons Charles and Frank W. W. Wilkinson Gertrude Eastman T. Lipton Smith F. D. Munn & Son Camp Pinecrest Bow Lake Strafford N. H

Halsey Fire Wipes Town Near Albany

Albany Ore Aug 1 Halsey a town 15 miles from here was nearly destroyed by a blaze last night with losses around 70000 and light insurance Burdock Blood Bitters is advertised as giving a clear head active brain and vigorous body to prepare for life’s battles

Albany Ore Halsey Burdock

State Examination of Teachers Provisional Certificates

On September 25 and 26, 1903 the State Board of Education will run an elementary teachers probationary certificate exam. Exams start at 9 a.m. in Boston at Public School Class Room, Normal Art School Building, Room No. 18 Normal School Building. Worcester at Room No 88, Normal School Building. Westfield at Normal School Building. Successful candidates receive qualification to teach in state elementary schools, subject to town or city acceptance. Apply for circular at State House, Boston.

State Board of Education Normal Art School Boston Normal School Worcester Westfield State House

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Stock Market New York Market Haven & Clement Bright, Sears & Co Atchison Sheen Atchison, Pfd Ween Ewceineers Brooklyn Rap. T Can. Pac Chic. & Gt. West Con. Gas Erie Ball Gen. Electric Central Manhattan Metropolitan Mo. Pacific New York Central N.Y. O.a&w Feam. &.R Wees Southern Pacific Southern Ry Southern Ry Pfd T.c.&i Seeneae Union Pacific U.S. Steel U.S Reading Atchison Corey, Milliken & Co B.&m Mex. Central Aly Arcadian Cal. & Hecla Dem Stegi Winona Wolverine Amer. Wool Amer Mass Elec N. E. Tel U.S. Oil A. Tel. & Tel. Co Amer. Smelting Oo Mr. Blaisdell Levina Goulett St. John’s Hospital William Riggs Mr. Riggs Major Dow Fort Hill Philip R. Hovey Envestment Securities State Street Relief Fund Pate Eeeeeeee Ceram Erene Peewee Eeene Lee Ee Ene Eee Eee Ween Shawaliaeras Nes Ocotind Ee Ieee Vonlee the Relief Committee A. D. Carter the Courier-Citizen Daniel H. Varnum Charles E. Adams John C. Burke Chas. N. Woodward Mgr South Lilley F. M. Bill & CO South Brooksville W. N. Goodell John W. Cole Ginter Crocery Co King Northern Securities Percales Cretonnes Parkhill Howard Mills Aberfoyle Equitable Life of the United St Nicholas G. Norcross Central Street Tek
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