17 Aug 1898
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1898
Page
1
The Yonkers Statesman commentary notes that statesmen argue over whether to retain or relinquish the Philippine Archipelago while ordinary workers and city life communities claim to know what should be done. It contrasts strategic planners with common citizens who insist they understand the issue on the ground.
A jittery miscellany of prose jabs and playful lines. The city solicitor offers more than a quasilaw view while the Spaniards learn Manila rope fails for tug of war. Miscellany notes on judgments, river salt yields, and a sea serpent sighting pepper the column.
The text notes rifles were first invented by Gaspard Zoliner from Vienna near the end of the fifteenth century. It adds that the Chinese have long practiced artificial propagation of aquatic and marine life for about four millennia. It also claims most lions are left handed with a famous explorer noting the left paw is often used for a strong strike.
An American former minister to Spain tells a joke about rehearsing phrases for a royal audience. He believes he spoke Spanish to salute the King, claiming he cast himself at the king's feet, but a Spaniard says the words were misheard and meant I throw my heels at you.
Manila reports say the city fell to American land and naval forces after a combined attack on Malate. About 7000 prisoners were taken, no ships were damaged, and the Spanish flag was replaced by an American flag amid the surrender. Casualties included several killed and many wounded on both sides.
Assessors in Lowell confront a week to ten day wait as binding of treasury books is stalled by a $60 contract issue. Wight & Co. delays after a July 11 order, clerk reports no immediate delivery, prompting calls to cancel the contract. City council to meet. sewer loan may influence Huntington Hall rebuild amid near debt limit.
Paris learns from a cabinet council that President McKinley and the Queen Regent of Spain thank France for aiding the peace negotiations. Paris is named as the place of negotiations for the treaty, a mark of confidence and esteem.
Bubonic plague has broken out in Bombay with 103 deaths last week. Medical authorities warn the outbreak is severe and urges rapid measures to halt spread as cases continue to rise in the port city.
The transport Gate City and cruiser St. Paul arrived at quarantine this morning in New York on August 17.
In Santiago on August 17 the Bright Ohio regimental band played for the Carlos Cuban club to honor officers of the army and navy. Spaniards cheered the American national hymn. The ship Clinton is placed at the disposal of Clara Barton to go to Havana to assist in relief.
Judge Pickman announced in Lowell police court that the new courthouse will be ready for occupancy at the fall sitting of the superior court, starting the second Monday in September. A five member committee was appointed to plan dedicatory exercises with historical papers and speeches by bar members.
Col Woodward recounts a brewing crisis in the Sixth Massachusetts volunteers in Porto Rico. He describes mounting discontent, a proposed court martial, and resignations from Col Woodward and officers as the regiment faced scrutiny after a weary Guanica to Ponce march.
An alarm from box 23 at 11.49 noon proved needless as a small roof fire on Lakeview Avenue was quickly extinguished before the fire engines arrived.
Patrick Cohen, slightly intoxicated, slipped in the doorway at 22 Middle Street around 8 AM and broke a small bone in his ankle. He crawled upstairs, refused ambulance transport, walked down two flights, and was taken to St. John's Hospital for treatment.
In San Francisco on August 17 a schooner from Gloucester and its eastern gold hunting party are selling out. Four other Atlantic expeditions faced the same fate after a general disagreement among the seekers.
A large blaze swept through a workhouse in Nijni Novgorod, Russia, causing extensive damage and many deaths. Authorities reported the fire late today, with initial investigations focusing on the cause and the scale of the disaster. Local officials declared a state of emergency as rescue teams searched the ruins.
Three fires broke out in rapid succession this afternoon, triggering boxes 39 54 and 59. Sparks started a roof blaze at 422 Broadway, a gas leak caused a shop fire on Cushing street, and a small building owned by the railroad near the School street crossing was set alight. All were extinguished with minor losses.
Early Wednesday Mary Elizabeth Lowe wife of Edward Eb Lowe died at the family home in Highlands after years of illness including Brights disease and deafness. Born in Manchester England she came to America at 12 and lived in Lowell 39 years as the wife of Putnam Son head salesman. Survived by husband and two sons Edward A Lowe DMD and Walter B Lowe. Funeral notices to be announced. Michael Conway aged 57 died last night at the corporation hospital after a period of illness.
The funeral of Rosella Roark, daughter of Daniel and Mary Roark, was held at 2 PM from 141 Lakeview Avenue with C. H. Molloy in charge. Later, Annie Hulda Johnson, daughter of Charles and Bridget Johnson, was also buried at 2 PM from 102 Common Street under Molloy’s supervision.
The Eureka club will operate its 16th deep sea fishing trip on Thursday September 1, leaving Lowell on Wednesday afternoon August 31 at 6 45 p m for Salem where electrics will take the party to Marblehead. The large fishing schooner Flying Cloud will be used for the trip, with 380 men aboard under W E Holt who has directed all previous deep sea trips.
In North Chelmsford on August 15, a marriage was performed by Rev. B. H. Weston of Dunstable, uniting William E. Thompon of Shirley and Edith EB Hall of North Chelmsford in matrimony.
Luzella Roark infant daughter of Daniel and Mary Roark dies at 141 Lakeview avenue aged 5 months 12 days. Helen C Coggin Pratt dies in Tewksbury Mass at age not stated. Mary E Lowe wife of Edward B Lowe dies at No 3 Barton avenue aged 56 years 8 months 29 days. Michael O Loughlin dies in this city at No 6 Madison Street aged 56 years.
Peter Ferry and his son were arrested for breaking and entering in Belvidere last Saturday. Inspectors Allen and Laflamme released a full list of entries, including J Wilson Gordon's Blanchard place kettles, Mrs Ludlam Nesmith street chatelaine watch, Belinda Hill Park street lead cuts, Albert Haggett East Merrimack copper pump, Merrimack Manufacturing Nesmith house looted for gas fixtures and lead pipe, Oaklands lead pipe, White Bros tannery copper wire, and a Nesmith street kettle. The accused are in custody awaiting trial. the younger Ferry, age 18, faces juvenile day discussions.
Judge Hadley presided as William Mongeau was fined twenty dollars and jailed until payment after declaring he would hang rather than work for his wife. Eugene St Pierre received four months for stealing a coat. P Kelly, unpaid wife support, faced two months in jail. details reveal he paid board and gave ten dollars weekly, while the wife had not seen support for two years. Dr Charles P DeLangle faced embezzlement charges over a land purchase dispute involving a sideboard and title, with a week-long continuation of the cage.
A new cosmetic product named Maltox promises a healthier complexion by imparting a natural glow to the cheeks. Advertisers claim rapid results and a visibly refreshed appearance for users seeking radiant skin.
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