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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1901
Page
8
Yesterday afternoon was fine with a cool night. Today similar with a cool breeze. Forecast calls for fair conditions in western Massachusetts and showers along the coast tonight and Wednesday with fresh northeast winds. Location Boston dated August 6.
The U S volunteer life-saving corps issues detailed guidance on water safety. It urges parents to teach children to swim, proper boat seating, staying low in rough water, and correct rescue techniques. It notes methods for reviving the unconscious, handling non swimmers, and distributing rescue cards via post.
An all day session of the accounts committee approved bills from several departments but rejected the Fourth of July fireworks bill for the city farm. The mayor and purchasing agent did not endorse it. The mayor declined to sign the requisition and returned the bill for information. The committee then held the bill up without approval.
The claims committee surveyed multiple premises seeking city compensation for damages. Felius Lanade’s bake shop cellar flooded on July 11 amid a toppled sewer and breached door as bread spoiled and a rescuer freed the foreman.
Will Stinson of Cambridge Massachusetts won the 15 mile motor paced race at Madison Square Garden in New York. Bob Walthour of Atlanta Ga. broke the indoor world record in the early miles but suffered a bad accident and did not finish. Stinson led after the first mile as the record clock ran 1 49 1 5 for the opening mile.
The Lowell police ball team forfeited to the street railroaders 9 to 0 after leaving the field amid an umpire quarrel at Mountain Rock grounds yesterday. Police claimed a safe call at home led to protests. after five minutes the railroaders continued while the cops refused to return. The game’s early scoring saw the railroaders lead 2–0, with Lowell scoring no runs after the incident.
Tenements to let across the city in good repair with low rents. 5 rooms in Centralville at 8 dollars per month, 2 rooms in Centralville at 4.5 dollars, 3 and 4 rooms in the Highlands at 7 and 8 dollars, 5 rooms in Belvidere at 8 dollars, 4 large rooms near Northern depot at 9 dollars, 6 room cottage in Ayer City at 8 dollars. Apply to T. H. Elliott, 4 Central Street.
To protect against white ants, the Cairo to the Cape telegraph line in Africa strings wires along living trees rather than traditional poles, reflecting inventive protection against termite damage.
David Henry Scarlett, 17, on his Livingston Street farm, has spent nine years creating a miniature village in 75 by 100 feet, echoing Acton’s church, townhouse, monuments, and famous residents. He enshrines Revolutionary War figures, Burgoyne and Davis links, and aims to add a public library atop the bank, with hens buried at graves and a flag at the summit. His father notes patriotism and plans for business away from farming.
In Wilmington on August 6 1901 GH Petersen W Clark announces he cannot be a candidate for re election. He notes apportionment favors Billerica making the 1902 seat belong to Republicans there and pledges support for the town's chosen candidate.
Arlington officials confirmed Sunday that Edward C Le Cain, 40, a Chelsea pressman, died after falling from a wagon on Mystic Street. A Testament found on him and a sister's identification were reported. He lived with his mother and sister at 24 Ash Street Chelsea. born in South Boston, he had a wife and three children in Sunset, Maine.
Mrs G A Chamberlin of Washington visited her sister Mrs H H Emerson last week. Mrs Leonard Taylor of Natick is visiting her parents Mr and Mrs J Q Battles. Grace and Susie Mansfield left Monday for Northfield. A lawn party Saturday evening supported the memorial window fund and was successful both socially and financially. more events are planned with the next one set for Saturday evening August 10.
The narrator recalls meeting Ralph Waldo Emerson when a student in northern New York. Emerson attended the evening sermon the next day he greeted the speaker with warmth and later shared a engaging train conversation about Ampersand Mountain. The episode ends with Emerson noting he had heard the narrator preach the previous day.
The article guides planning a camping trip with climate and access as priorities and outlines minimal utensils for rough camping. It recommends white enamel ware, a simple kitchen setup, hearty staple foods, and a basic bed frame from spruce poles, plus an open cave refrigerator and a ready camera to capture forest memories.
John J. Mullen aged 25 dies at his home 28 Chestnut street leaving brother Patrick and two sisters Mrs Thomas and Mrs Bernard Noon George H Fox eldest son of the late Dr Jesse Fox dies at Fast Boston aged 82 He was brother of the late Gustavus W Fox of Lowell who served as assistant secretary of the navy during the Civil War
Funeral notices detail services for Helen C. Howard at 3 30 from 40 Carter Street and burial in Catholic cemetery with Undertaker McDermott. Also William C. Johnson from 64 Lundberg Street buried in St Joseph's cemetery. Mary Gallagher's mass at St Peter's Church under Fr Saunders with Donnelly choir and Mollie Ivers solos. Bearers named for various funerals. Molloy Undertaker in charge. Deaths include John McLoughlin, Margaret Donnelly, John J. Mullen, George H. Fox with funeral arrangements noted.
The former Co C sergeant O H S Hahn has been promoted to first sergeant of Co I, 14th U S infantry. He notes meetings with Spanish War comrades in the Philippines and that Johnny Halloran and Carroll Pingree have returned to Manila from China. Hahn is a well known marksman and drilled soldier who resigned Co C two years ago to join the regular army.
The fifty first semiannual report shows January to July sales of 101386.26 with groceries 77542.36 and coal 23843.90. Profit 11935.39, dividend to stockholders to be paid in August. Assets total 30756.45 with mortgage 2500. land and building valued at 18000. George L Fowler presides, George E Metcalf treasurer, Leon Avi Hartley clerk.
Mr and Mrs Joseph E Fielding announce the birth of a daughter on August 4 at their home. The new arrival joins the Fielding family with proud parents and siblings awaiting blessings.
Special neckwear for the season and summer undergarments promoted by P Brazer & Co Hatters and Outfitters at Central Corner Market Street. Crushed hats outing caps and fancy half-hose in stripes and lace offered at 20 cents a pair or 3 for 50 cents. Economy and style for warm weather and outdoor sport.
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