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Lowell Daily Courier

Location

Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Aug 07, 1905

Page

10

August Sun Rises and Moon Sets Timings Noted

The record lists daily length of day as 4.43 hours, sun rises in August, 14.14 indicates sun sets, and 6.57 moon sets by 11.02 p.m., reflecting a dated astronomical observation with precise time marks.

Burn Wilson coal and Maker's sale lure locals

Lowell Daily Courier notes a range of promotions and notices on August 7 1905 including Burns Wilson coal bargains Maker's picture sale machinist tools from Smith and Lawrence and the 7 20 4 cigar selling in the show case Old Orchard excursion August 10 with a $1 50 round trip via Boston and Maine Railroad Canadian militiamen seen in Boston in khaki attire while the Sawyer Carriage Company in Worthen street offers local tire vulcanizing with new machinery and service.

Smith & Lawrence Limburg Bridge Street Thompson Hardware Co Old Orchard Boston & Maine

Court at Canobie: Peculiar Sunday trial at Canobie Lake Park

In New Hampshire a unique court session was held Saturday evening at Canobie Lake Park in Salem. General Manager Franklin Woodman, David Bowser, and Carl Braun faced Justice Batchelder for Sunday-law violations. Bail posted. hearings set for Friday at the same site.

New Hampshire Franklin Woodman New Hampshire Traction Co David F. Bowser Carl L. Braun John Batchelder Portsmouth N. H Canobie Lake Park Salem Traction Company Collis Woodman Bowser Braun Haverhill Justice Batchelder

Funeral of Three Greek Drowned Men Draws Big Attendance

In Nashua New Hampshire on August 7 a funeral was held for George Brown Theodore Karhanis and Saranton Konsonlar the three Greeks who drowned in the Nashua river last Wednesday afternoon The Greek American Society led by a drum corps escorted the bodies to Woodlawn cemetery as the Greek Catholic rites were administered by Rev Fr Joachim of Lowell Police kept order due to crowd size.

Nashua N. H George Brown Theodore Karhanis Saranton Konsonlar Woodlawn Cemetery Joachim Lowell

Brodie and Sheehan MARRY in Lowell in Nineteen Hundred

Mr William A Brodie of South Groveland and Miss Elizabeth A Sheehan of Lowell wed at Rev H W Mathews residence on Saturday night at 7 30 o Clock They plan a short wedding trip and will reside in Lowell after the ceremony

William A. Brodie South Groveland Elizabeth A. Sheehan Lowell H. W. Mathews

Moody and Wood Wed at Manchester Home Ceremony

Miss Bertha M Moody and Harry M Wood were united in marriage at the residence of Rev N J Colby in Manchester New Hampshire on July 9. The couple plans to reside in this city and begin their life together following the ceremony conducted by the local clergyman.

Bertha M. Moody Harry M. Wood

Let the Dead Bury the Dead Sermon by Rev Dr Eldridge Mix

Rev Dr Eldridge Mix of Worcester preached at Kirk Street Church on the famous words let the dead bury the dead drawing from Christ's call. He argued the text urges disciples to prioritize God over personal convenience and to advance the kingdom of heaven through service in all walks of life.

Eldridge Mix Worcester Kirk Street Mix Nazareth Christ Galilee God Kingdom of God Kingdom of Heaven

Vacation notes of area residents on beaches and trips

Miss Emma Levee returns from E Kingston New Hampshire after ten days visiting beaches. Mr and Mrs C E Frost and daughter Jessie vacation two weeks at York Beach. H D Wilson begins a month long vacation at Juniper Point. Miss Nellie Leary heads to Indianapolis Indiana. Mrs M H Reidy and Miss Katharine Reidy stay at Sea Shore House Old Orchard. The Fe e and daughters Frances and Grace Fee of Concord Street vacation at Revere Beach. A lawn party hosted by Miss Minnie West near Wamesit featured ice cream cake and songs by Daisy French and Ida May Whiteley. West departs for Quebec for vacation. Rome bound Miss Katherine Lennon sends Rome souvenirs to Miss Helena Delisle. Mayor Casey away until this morning. Smiley family return from Sawyer Mt Liberty farm and Boothbay Harbor trip. Weinbeck family occupy Great Boar's Head cottage. Balcoms visiting in Mill Town Maine. Chas Naylor family back from York Beach. Mrs Naylor sprains ankle there. Clee and Jennie Taylor vacation at Southport Maine. Willis Hawkes enjoying weeks at So Wellfleet. Gladys McMahon visiting Lowell friends from Boothbay Harbor. returns Sept 15. Meyers and Ekengren go to Chebeague Island. Mrs Foster returns from visit to Pasha brothers at Billerica. Eveleth family at York Beach. sons sail coast from Salem to Portland. Harry and Joe Leaver spend two weeks at Salisbury Beach.

Minnie West Daisy French Tewksbury Ida May Whiteley Boston Miss Whiteley Miss West Quebec Canada

Rev Harry Taylor Preaches Unity and Tranquility at First Baptist

Returning from a month at Friendship Maine the Rev Harry Taylor associate pastor preached at First Baptist Church to large audiences. Morning focus Christian Unity urged united church activity for Christ and not inaction. Evening covered God given Tranquility and peace of the gospel amid trouble affliction and death. Choir noted by singing leaders.

Friendship Harry Taylor First Baptist Church Christ Baker Miller Howard

Pastor True Returns to Lead Services After Vacation

Rev Robert F True came back from East Northfield Massachusetts and preached twice to good sized audiences morning and evening. The morning sermon tied to the communion service titled The Despised and Rejected Christ. The evening sermon was Man's Individual Responsibility to God. Music under John H Davis with congregational singing and organist Frederick Clegg substituting for Miss Gertrude French who is away on vacation.

Robert F. True East Northfield Mass Christ God John H. Davis Frederick Clegg

Kosher Bakers Strike Rattles East Side

New York on August 7 reports thousands of Hebrews street bread shortages due to a strike by Kosher journeymen bakers. Reserves patrolled overnight to maintain order as strikers, about 1700 strong, demand a 10 hour day. Bosses plan to employ nonunion bakers with police backing. A strike committee seeks mayoral protection after clashes with police.

New York Fornes

Special services held at Highland Methodist church

Special services were held at Highland Methodist church across both services. The morning featured a girls chorus directed by Miss Mabelle Fay Kingsley with solos by Miss Ethel Roy and Miss Rose M. Wright and a baptism. The evening included a duet of Rock of Ages by Miss Kingsley and William H. Ward. Members were received at both services with four admitted on probation, four from probation, and one by letter.

Highland Methodist Church Mabelle Fay Kingsley Ethel Roy Rose M. Wright Rock of Ages Miss Kingsley William H. Ward

Chinese in Yokohama join American boycott

In Yokohama on August 7 the Chinese residents agreed to stop dealing in American goods to refrain from shipping on American steamers led by the Pacific Mail China and to avoid American banks and insurance firms. Violations will incur heavy fines as Henry B. Miller, the American consul general, investigates and monitors the situation.

Yokohama Pacific Mail Company Steamship China Henry B. Miller

Boston Cloak and Suit Store Thanks Customers

Our thanks extend to those who responded to our stock taking sale the largest two days in August. Frustrations during last Friday and Saturday are apologized for and promises to do better in the future. Respectfully Young J Kaplan Boston Cloak and Suit Store.

J. Kaplan Boston Cloak and Suit Store

Temeraire Arrives at Charlotte Ahead of Canada’s Cup Race

The Temeraire, a 30 foot yacht designed by Mr. Fife, arrived at Charlotte under tow from Commodore Nichols’s Tranquilo. The Royal Canadian Yacht Club of Toronto plans to defend the Canada’s Cup. The racer features sharp lines, reduced freeboard, and a low cabin trunk as preparations continue for practice on the club course before the first race next Saturday.

Rochester N. Y Royal Canadian Yacht Club of Toronto Charlotte Commodore Nichols Fife Kingston

Musician Fatally Hurt By Automobile In Harlem

New York August 7 Anthony Reiff a 70 year old composer was fatally struck when an automobile mounted the sidewalk while turning a corner in Harlem. A bicycle messenger chased the chauffeur who was caught at a garage. Eyewitnesses rushed to the scene but no complaint was filed and the driver was released.

New York Anthony Reiff Harlem

Whaleback Bay View, Barges Afloat Near Race Point

New London reports Bay View whaleback steamer and two steel barges of a Boston company ashore on Race Point near Fisher's Island. All vessels grounded in dense fog Sunday near Montauk Point. A wrecking firm with three tugs and three lighters is at the scene pumping out water and removing coal.

New London Conn Bay View Boston Race Point Fisher's Island Montauk Point

Obituary Notes Dr Louis Hurtubise dies at 33

The obituary reports the death of Dr Louis Athanase Hurtubise at his French Street home after a brief illness. He is survived by his wife Grace, his Winnipeg-born parents Jean Baptiste and Mrs Hurtubise, and sister Rosetta. A McGill and Three Rivers graduate, he was well known in Lowell among French Canadians. Other notices list Thomas Landers 47, Bridget Jackson 39, with burial arrangements and undertaker details.

Louis Athanase Hurtubise French Street Grace Hurtubise Jean Baptiste Hurtubise Winnepeg, Minn Rosetta Hurtubise Winnepeg Dr. Hurtubise Lowell McGill University College of Three Rivers Thomas Landers Wamesit Street Annie Thomas Edward Charles Court City of The Foresters of America Wilton N. H J. J. Higgins Bridget Jackson St. John’s Hospital Ann O’neil Maria Regan Lawrence Jackson Appleton Street J. F. O'Donnell & Sons

Multiple Local Funerals Mark Edson and Edson Cemeteries

A roundup of funeral services yesterday for Horace Durgin Walter Shaughnessy John McCormick Mrs Hannah Gil man Elethea F Wright Joseph Lebel Benjamin Seward Norman E Williams and other relatives at churches and homes. Burials followed at Edson St Patrick St Peter and Manchester cemeteries with various undertakers in charge.

Funeral of Mrs Theresa Quigley at St Peter’s Church

The funeral for Mrs Theresa Quigley was held this morning, departing her Auburn Street home at 8:30 and proceeding to St Peter’s Church for 9 o'clock service. Rev Fr Burns officiated with choir and bearers including Thomas Quigley and Martin Kenney. Floral offerings included a sister wreath from the deceased’s siblings and various sprays from the Jones children.

Theresa Quigley Auburn Street St. Peter’s Church Fr. Burns Thomas Quigley Martin Kenney John Mack T. Fitzpatrick J. Daly M. Fagan Nellie Mary Jones

Deaths and Funerals in Lawrence and City

John Daly and family mourn, burial at St Patrick's cemetery with committal prayers by Rev Burns. Undertaker T J Mc Dermott in charge. Stathula Nicholson nine months died at 162 Valley street Lawrence. Funeral 9 30 from C H Molloy Sons rooms. Services at Greek Orthodox church Lewis street with Rev Fr Joachim Georges. Burial at Edson cemetery. Molloy Sons again in charge.

John McCormick Livermore Street St. Peter’s Cemetery C. H. Molloy & Sons John Daly St. Patrick’s Cemetery Fr. Burns T. J. McDermott Stathula Nicholson Thomas Vasile Nicholson Valley Street Lawrence Greek Orthodox Church Lewis Street Joachim Georges Edson Cemetery

Funeral for Dr Louis Hurtubise Held at St Josephs Church

The funeral proceeded from his home at 20s French street to St Josephs church at 9 with Rev Fr Graton officiating. The service featured Pie Jesu at offertory and De Profundis as the body departed. Delegations from Centralville council R A and F of A attended. numerous wreaths and flowers noted. Bearers included Drs Lamoureux Lavallee Rochette Bertrand and Bellehumeur. Burial followed at St Josephs cemetery. Undertaker P H Savage managed arrangements.

Louis A. Hurtubise French Street St. Joseph’s Church Fr. Graton Centralville Council R. A

Deaths in City and Nearby Towns Across Aug First Week

List of recent deaths including Theresa Quigley at city hospital aged unknown, Thomas Landers 47 of 27 Wamesit Street, George Tappas 38 at Lowell hospital, Gagan Fostine son of Emmanuel and Amelia at rear of 14 Queen Street, and Reuben Miller 68 from Billerica. Bodies sent to Molloy Sons Undertakers.

Quigley City Hospital Theresa Quigley Landers Wamesit Street Thomas Landers Tappas Lowell Hospital George Tappas C. H. Molloy & Sons Fostine Queen Street Gagan Emanuel Amelia Fostine Miller Billerica Reuben Miller

Deaths Report July and August listing ages and causes

A late 19th century style deaths list records numerous individuals with ages from a few days to 69 years. Causes include consumption phthisis gastroenteritis heart disease nephritis diarrheal illnesses and congenital conditions. City Clerk Girard P. Dadman signs off.

Mederic E. P. Desilet James J. Lacey Charles Boucher Joseph A. Guillmette Dorothy A. McKelvey Joseph Wielska William A. Boodry Mary A. Clancy William F. Brown Philip H. O'Connor Marie V. G. Richard Remond Gagnon Mary A. Maguire Mina Joyal Joseph L. Roy Mary A. Mendoza William CC. Dwyer Marie Bolduc J. Harry Roux Lawrence J. Farrell Mary EB. Fox Alice Coughlin William Anderson Nazaire Turcotte Horace B. Durgin Girard P. Dadman

Mortality of Lowell Weekly Report 1905 Statistics

For the week ending Aug 5 1905 Lowell population 104402 total deaths 39 deaths under five 18 infectious diseases 1 cerebrospinal meningitis 1 Death rate 19.42 per thousand against 28.39 24.4 cents for prior two weeks Infectious diseases reported cerebro spinal meningitis 1 diphtheria 3 measles 1 H H Knapp Agent.

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Sun. Mou Web Lowell Daily Courier Maker's Sawyer Carriage Company Worthen Street Sawyer Carriage Co Canobie Brodie Sheehan Wood—Moody Hood C. I. Hood CQ Dr. Mix of Kirk Street Church Ayer Comatone J. C. Ayer Co Emma Levee E. Kingston C. E. Frost Jessie No. 2 Puffer Street York Beach H. D. Wilson Ware Street Juniper Point Nellie Leary Smith Street Indianapolis Indiana Miss Leary M. H. Reidy Katharine Reidy City Sea Shore House Thos. Fee Frances and Grace Fee Concord Street Revere Beach Katherine Lennon Cabot Street School Rome Helena Delisle Norma Delisle Eternal City Pope Pius X St. Peter's Church Lennon Casey Sea Side S. C. Smiley Sawyer Mt. Limington, Mo Boothbay M Harbor John A. Weinbeck Great Boar’s Head Mr. Weinbeck Fred L. Balcom Milltown Maine Chas. Naylor Wm. Clee Jennie Taylor Southport, Me Willis Hawkes So. Wellfleet Gladys McMahon Boothbay Harbor F. H. Meyers A. C. Ekengren Msbrazer's Chebeague Island, Maine W. L. Foster Pasha Brothers Chas. A. Eveleth Mr. Eveleth Alan Paul Portland Harry and Joe Leaver West Street Centralville Salisbury Beach Mr. Taylor Immanuel Baptist Church Kosher Bakers Highland Methodist Racer Ibis Pinte Horace Durgin Bertrand and Grace D. Durgin Arthur Street George F. Kenngett Edson J.A. Weinbeck Walter Shaughnessy Lakeview Avenue Hannah M. Gilman James W. Mitchell Elizabeth Spofford O. H. Brigham J. J. Briggs W. Wright J. B. York J. A. Weinbeck Elethea F. Wright Pawtucket Street W. W. Carr H. R. Carr William Knowles Gideon Wallace Lowell Cemetery Joseph Lebel Lakeview Joseph Duval George Gagnon John Bousquet Napoleon Lebel St. Joseph’s Cemetery J. I. O'Donnell & Son Benjamin S. Seward George Durgin Jessie Smith Charles J. Pangburn Frank R. Durgin Arthur E Charles S. Dyar Manchester Norman E. Williams Blossom Street Walter Fair Wm. Crane Harry Estabrook Erwin Draper Frank Callett William Dudley Immannual Baptist Church Choir Gertrude French Edith Wedge Edward Jones May Albert J. Ryan, Jr O. A. Draper Pillow Curtis John Nathan McEwans R. F. True Miles W. Rollins Immanuel Baptist Sunday School I. M. Locke William Crane H. H. Russell Lillian Popp Cora Popp Mabel Dresser James Scott G. Moir Lucile Moir Rhodes’ Hair Store Merrimack Street Wes Eiseene Merrimack St Old City Hall H. H. Knapp Harry Richardson Matt Graham Devine Middlesex St Essex St Carter & Sherburne’s Drucstone Merrimack Cor Optician Geo. G. Rogers Lowell Mass McManmon Joe McManmon Prescott Street Couriel
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