20 Aug 1898
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1898
Page
1
A Boston Journal piece honors the courage of the African American troops at La Quasina near San Juan. It praises their sacrifice amid Cuban soil, noting comradeship with white volunteers and declaring the feud between blue and gray ended.
The Rough Riders are expected to become sheriffs after muster-out. The text notes Spanish bulls from the late war could be used for the national sport. It mentions Manila beans export would have ceased if New England troops had gone there and warns of sending marked copies of American papers if Turkey does not pay its debts.
A fragmented 19th century recap notes the sword of Napoleon laid on his pillow after death, Paris siege mail outs of 22 million letters via 54 balloons, Sweden and Norway head life expectancy, London Zoo houses a talking Arabian monkey, a Tunis brought parlor education, London ads seek domestic help, and the Marquis of Lorne’s love of music and writing.
A boy named Dennis Fitzpatrick drowned Wednesday while playing on a wharf in Lawrence. His body was recovered by companions. Boston dinner for Hotel Reynolds expansion raised ten thousand dollars at fifty dollars per plate, attended by 200 prominent businessmen. Salem’s assessed value drops to 28,188,205 from 28,911,200. personal property shrinkage explains the loss. Fletcher Webster post Brockton plans new appeal at the Cincinnati encampment. The post was expelled for hostility to the House of Lords.
New York welcomed Admiral Sampson s fleet of four battleships and two armored cruisers as they steamed into Gedney s channel. The New York led the line followed by Iowa Indiana Brooklyn Massachusetts and Oregon amid cheers and a ceremonial salute.
The body of a beautiful woman in a richly embroidered wrapper and black silk underwear was found floating off Castle Island Boston this morning. Throat marks and other evidence suggest foul play. An investigation is underway.
The mayor was urged to convene a special meeting of the aldermen as bids for two steam boilers for Varnum and Highland schools were rejected after review and new bids called. The Fort Hill flag pole awaits painting before grounding, park improvements stalled, wires inspector post tied to a new electricians commission, and school building repairs near completion. Alderman Cosgrove pressed for Monday night session while the city messenger served summonses for the adjourned council meeting.
Joseph Wallace of Company M Ninth Regiment is reported dead in Santiago. He was 20, unmarried and the chief support of his parents August and Catherine Wallace of 29 Webster Street. He worked at Hamilton Mills and enlisted May 4. The Taylor Shingling Co. advertises building work for fall.
A Hong Kong dispatch reports Consul General Wildman asked local authorities for permission for American fleet ships in Manila to dock and repair there. The issue is complex enough to be referred to the home government for an answer.
In Milwaukee on August 20 Hugo Zellner and his 70 year old wife were found dead in their room after taking chloroform. Despondency over financial affairs was cited as the cause.
Chicago, Aug. 20. John W. Mackay of California accepted appointment to the Lafayette monument commission joining Senator Allison and Dr. Edward Everett Hale among others. The effort aims to strengthen ties between France and the United States through a commemorative project.
The Second Massachusetts regiment, mostly aboard the Mobile transport, faced extreme sickness and death during a Cuba to Amagansett transit. Twelve died on the voyage, including Lieut. Harry J. Vesper and several noncommissioned officers. Officers describe severe fevers, malnutrition, and mass illness as the ship docked and crew worked to land the sick.
Fragmentary excerpt notes Col. Marsh delivering provisions from St. Louis before sailing. The text implies a transfer of supplies aiding the group, highlighting logistical relief during a surrender context. No dates or locations beyond St. Louis are specified.
The family of W. D. Ruckledge learns of his death from intermittent fever aboard the repair ship Vulcan off Guantanamo. Lieut W W Gilmer logs that Ruckledge grew weak after days of illness and died at 8 a m after a fever reaching 105.5, with doctors unable to save him. The loss saddens the crew who knew him well and the letter conveys deep sympathy to the family.
Among sworn recruits in Worcester was Thomas F. Grogan. Mrs. Pheebe Winney sails to Liverpool Nova Scotia and will return in six weeks. Officer Crowley visits Sylvanus Allen in Gloucester. Herrick and Quirbach vacation with Frank Marren at Saratoga Lake New York. Adelaide Sullivan vacationing two weeks at Nantasket. Mr. and Mrs. Mansur with Miss Scotton spend two weeks at York Beach Maine. Ellen O Leary returns from vacation. Several locals attend New Hampshire veterans reunion at Weirs. Emil Mahr violinist and head of NEC music department in Boston visits relatives. White Mountain Echo recounts Mt Lafayette ascent by Lowell group.
The adjourned common council failed to pass the $40,000 sewer loan amid a looming two thirds vote shortage. Aiken street paving with common concrete was debated with opposition citing durability issues, while Westford street and Broadway matters progressed. Mayor’s court notes covered disturbances by Peter Johnson and Sarkis Simalian, with fines recorded.
Maharajah Singhat del Singh appeared under the alias Gustav Anderson in police court and paid a $5 fine for drunkenness. A Westford resident received a similar brush with the law, admitting indiscretion while claiming turbulence and cucumber in his life. Ellen L. Howe and Annie Connolly were jailed six months each in the common jail and workhouse respectively. Thomas Dixon, familiar to the judge, claimed near sightedness and penitence but left unmoved by the court.
Isabelle A., infant daughter of William and Margaret Harrington, died in West Acton aged ten months. Remains were brought to Lowell and buried in the Catholic cemetery after a funeral from the Northern depot. The section notes multiple funeral services including Mrs. Mary FE Lowe and Frank Morris with details of venues, clergymen, and burial sites.
Mary Healey aged 78 widow of Daniel Healey died at 167 High street after a long illness. She was an Immaculate Conception Church member and devout Catholic. Daughters Margaret and Catherine survive. burial in Concord Massachusetts family lot.
The Opera House announces Billy West’s big minstrel troupe opening season at Lowell’s theatre next Saturday with performances after noon and night. The company features Ezra Kendall among its stars and promises notable attractions.
In this city Lydia M. Jenkins widow of Stephen IF Jenkins died at No 20 Elm street aged 78 years Her last excursion to Old Orchard is noted for next Thursday.
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