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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1905
Page
3
A cottage in the English style costing 2200 dollars features an overhung porch, a large living hall with fireplace and bay window, a dining room with bay window, five second floor bedrooms with closets, and open beam or stud construction. The first story uses matched boards with a potential stone brick or concrete option, shingled roof, and attic spaces not included in the estimate.
Local observers urge the American Woolen Co to gain control of Middlesex mills, citing past Lawrence growth after Washington mills purchase and Maynard’s revival. Projections claim higher property values and more industry, while old Middlesex buildings may be torn down or remodeled.
Mr Charles Dumas, a noted hay and grain dealer on Market street, announces his new role managing the auction rooms formerly owned by Chas Keyes on Green street. Public auctions every Saturday at 10, horses and carriages at 11, with private sales on weekdays. Veterinary supplies from Dr Miggins will also be available.
A local mill reports strong business with a thriving textile tube line and ample orders. S. H. Weaver & Son win the roofing contract for Gro. C. Moore's new mill at North Chelmsford and also install a new roof on the Farr & Conaton block in Dutton street, as work continues on multiple contracts and expansions.
A long list of Lowell and surrounding towns property transfers shows numerous buyers including Philena Abbott and the Young Womens Christian Association and many trustees selling parcels to various grantees for amounts ranging from 1 to 3865 dollars. Included are properties on Carter Place Lee Street Fifth Avenue Edwards Street and more with commissions noted. Also mentions Old Orchard Maine bathing beach round trip fare.
The article cites heat dust and flower pollen as hay fever triggers and notes Hyomei as a preventive treatment. It claims Hyomei kills germs, soothes irritated mucous membranes, and saves travel to the mountains. The complete outfit costs $1 with extra bottles at 50 cents and a lifetime inhaler. Ellinge wood & Co. and Falls & Burkinshaw offer refunds if Hyomei fails to meet claims.
Boston notes shifting musical center as West prospering in schools and voices. It cites New England Conservatory history from 1853 to present, West coast and Midwest pupil strength, and Signor Bimboni’s view that Western singers may lead future American music, with graduates teaching nationwide.
New Orleans Aug 4 The Mississippi patrol boats Grace and Tipsey were seized by the Louisiana naval militia at Lake Borgne canal after their crews were arrested. The Grace crew is to be brought to New Orleans and the Tipsey crew to St Bernard parish for grand jury action on alleged offences.
Victory Vermont August 4 The hearing for Walter Waterman, under surveillance after his five year old daughter Lilla's death, was postponed to August 10 to await analysis of the girl's stomach and brain. Lilla died July 26 amid suspicions of poisoning, as two of Waterman's wives and three children previously died suddenly, prompting the acting state's attorney to place him under guard.
Benjamin Van Tyn, once a wholesale meat dealer in Providence, who assigned and went bankrupt last winter, has vanished from his home. He had recent memory lapses and nervous troubles connected to business problems. Police and relatives in Moston, who run a meat business there, have been notified.
Official report from St. Petersburg describes a confrontation between troops and workers trying to halt a mail train. After a Cossack was killed the strikers advanced, infantry fired, killing thirty and wounding twenty two.
William H Belcher the missing mayor of Patterson remains unfound as authorities launch an estate inquiry into the late congressman James F Stewart s $10 000 estate Belcher was the sole executor and efforts by former friends and business associates have failed to locate him.
From Memphis dated Aug 4 advices from Hattiesburg Miss report Edward Lewis and Kid George Black men were fatally harmed by a mob there tonight. They were charged as accessories in the serious case of Convict Guard J G Smith today.
Ottawa dispatch notes the 43rd Canadian regiment leaving at 5.40 for Boston under Colonel Rogers with officers Helmer Cameron and Sutherland. The movement signals routine deployment from the garrison with civilian and military observers awaiting further updates.
Bradstreet's report notes a sellers market with improving trade and early fall demand. Woolen goods show strong demand for worsted materials while fancy suitings lag. Raw materials like wool and leather remain firm as finished lines and coalitions keep shipments active, with ongoing crop and textile indicators shaping the period.
The United Irish League holds its annual Ho for the Beach picnic at Revere Beach on Thursday August 10. Tickets include guaranteed seating and free admission to beach shows with round trip by Merrimack square departures at 7 30 a m and return at 7 p m. Mr Derrah of the Boston Northern arranged full service and badges grant privileges on the beach. An additional $1.50 round trip to Old Orchard on August 10 via Boston and Maine is offered.
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