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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1902
Page
6
The Courier Citizen Company publicizes its heritage as Middlesex counties oldest daily paper, founded in 1825 with a 19th century daily start in 1845. It lists delivery details at 6 cents weekly and publishes from Merrimack Street.
A past weather summary notes clear skies after noon with a full moon and a dropping temperature. Forecaster reports Boston noon observations and a forecast for New England: fair tonight with local showers in New Hampshire and Vermont, Thursday generally fair with showers in Maine, warmer in Vermont, light variable winds.
Persons leaving town for the summer may have the Courier forwarded to them without extra charge, by leaving their addresses at the Counting Room Merrimack Square or by telephoning 31-5.
The commentary endorses Secretary Shaw’s view that tariff schedules must be carefully revised only after clear certainty. It warns that overzealous reductions could unsettle markets, favor free traders, and risk trust stability, urging extreme caution in any Republican tariff tinkering.
An opinion argues Charles M. Schwab earns an excessive eight hundred thousand to one million dollars yearly as president of the steel trust. The piece contends no man is worth such pay, notes Schwab’s overextension, and suggests the trust must subdivide duties to avoid abnormal compensation and public misperception.
The article reviews former Gov. Boutwell’s public letters with Edward Atkinson over a brochure claiming the Philippines war cost $700,000,000. It notes Boutwell’s critique of anti-imperialists, critiques Wellington, and discusses tennis’s rising popularity and a shift toward more active amateur sports next summer.
A strings of mock quotes touch on figures like Jooocoss, George Gardner, Alice Roosevelt, and the steel trust. The searing notes poke fun at politics, finance, and public life, from shortages of teachers in Nebraska to a tidal wave prophecy about Atlantic City, while a sailor brags about copper-bottomed ships and a Rough Rider daughter.
Lewis Nixon resigns as Crescent Shipbuilding president and Mason F. Chase of Elizabeth elected in his place with Douglas G. Moore as vice president and H. N. Worts as secretary and treasurer. Nixon joins United States Shipbuilding. Also Prince of Monaco gifts deep sea apparatus to W. S. Bruce for Scottish Antarctic expedition. Edward S. Holden named librarian at West Point. Rev. Dr. Gunsaulus eyed for City Temple London post. David Turpie spends declining years in Indianapolis. Dr. George A. Lung to serve as surgeon to President Roosevelt. Gen. Fred Grant reassures about his son at West Point with a blunt reply.
The report notes a string of scuffles among Southern politicians during recent campaigning. Mississippi congressman Williams clashed with a street railroad employee, Arkansas Governor candidate is said to have been assaulted by Gov. Jeff Davis during a joint debate with accusations of drunkenness and racist slurs, highlighting a pattern of medieval style political theater involving Tillman, McLaurin and Bailey.
Some of Lawson’s supporters urge him to seek Congress in Sam McCall’s district, arguing public esteem favors the eminent figure more than independent Mrs McCall. The move would both instruct the veteran and flatter McCall despite his occasional Republican policy disagreements.
Major Schriven announces he will oversee coast signal stations during the Long Island army and navy maneuvers and has secured the Marconi wireless instruments for the operation.
The Shah of Persia, guest of King Edward, arrived in London and attended a performance at the Empire Music Hall. He was met with loud cheering as he entered and appeared to enjoy the ballet, animated pictures, and other attractions offered during the evening.
Sundry local Democrats favor Daniel J. Donahue as a potential Fifth District congressional candidate. The campaign appears humorous to some, yet Donahue could be as viable as any rival within his party, which remains uncertain about victory.
A middie aged woman fainted while selling handkerchiefs and veils in a downtown drugstore after the ambulance was mentioned. She recovered quickly, made a few more sales, then left with her outfit. The piece also notes Roosevelt president platform planning, coal shortages, and grape varieties, with brief local social banter.
The item notes that coke is used to heat city schoolhouses this winter. It warns janitors to stay especially alert to maintain steam and keep buildings warm amid frigid conditions.
Street department workers lay a new crossing at Merrimack and Dutton to replace the old diagonal crossing from Merrimack house. Regrading of the Worthen street crossing over Merrimack street is also underway with relaying of the intersection.
The newly formed French Canadian S. W. club met last night and appointed a committee to organize an outing at Richardson's farm, Long Pond, Dracut, on August 31.
A motherly poem by Phoebe Carey urges children to cherish and respect family. It warns against careless words and urges kindness toward parents siblings and loved ones lest regret and sorrow follow years later in grief and forgiveness.
People are waking up to the idea that coal mines function similarly to railroads and telephone networks as quasi public utilities, highlighting the broader role of energy resources in public life and policy.
The Louisville Courier Journal mockingly contrasts Cleveland and Bryan, calling the shift from Cleveland to Bryan a fall into a bottomless pit. It decries both leaders as unworthy and hints at a looming Tilden figure may alter the political landscape.
An anonymous correspondent is mocked for calling names and criticizing social knowledge. The main dispute centers on whether studs and sleeve buttons worn with evening dress count as jewelry. The Newark Advertiser notes that a gentleman who writes abusive anonymous letters resembles hardware more than jewelry.
The Baltimore American argues that China’s ministerial move toward educating girls proves a shift toward modern progress. The piece states that a nation recognizing the value of intelligent mothers marks a key development factor, and notes American women have influenced civilization widely.
Miss Fiske headlines the Cohoes engagement of A Charity Girl at the opera house. The capacity audience filled the hall and stood through the entire show, praising her pure soprano, graceful dancing, and strong stage presence. The comedy drama moves briskly with absorbing plot and well-acted support from an excellent company.
Michael Bank and Dora Damisck were married Tuesday night in Highland Hall with Rabbi Elias Wolfson officiating. Attendants included Rose Bank as bridesmaid and Harry Platte of New York as best man. The couple, under a canopy, celebrated with dancing and supper and will reside at 114 Chelmsford Street.
Centralville council of Royal Arcanum drew a large crowd Tuesday as Past Regent Henry Boyd installed Chas Torsey as the new orator. The group voted to hire Special Deputy Past Grand Regent Beckford of Dedham for October labor and formed a 20-member rallying committee led by chairman Herbert L. Bishop to push a vigorous campaign toward a successful issue.
Benjamin F Guild of Curtis Guild and Co publishers of the Boston Commercial Bulletin died Monday. Born December 8 1833 he worked as a salesman in Boston and New York then joined his brother Curtis Guild Jr at the Bulletin where he held an interest since 1866. He authored The Spice of Life humorous column and founded the Algonquin club. Survived by Mrs Guild and two daughters. Home at 222 Commonwealth avenue. He belonged to Merchants club Massachusetts Charitable Mechanic association Masonic fraternity and the Boston Young Men’s Christian Association.
In the Philadelphia Record dialogue, an author defends heavy use of soft coal imagery to enrich the local atmosphere and authentic Philadelphia life. The exchange highlights how regional details shape setting and mood in writing.
Great Britain purchased 300000 horses for the South African war while France has 142000, Russia 175000 and Germany 130000 in their armies. Reported figures suggest that up to half a million troops would be needed to bring any one of these forces to a war footing.
A seaside circuit titled The Grandest of all Summer Tours showcases Halifax Nova Scotia Straits of Canso Cape Breton Island St George's Bay Northumberland Sound and Charlottetown PEI as an ideal vacation plan. Departing from Middlesex Street Station Lowell the itinerary promises scenic experiences and classic tourism appeal across Canadian Atlantic coastlines.
A six day tour from Lowell to Nova Scotia aboard the S S Halifax includes stops at Sable Island Citadel Halifax Port Hawkesbury Charlottetown and Cape Breton with visits to Citadel Gardens French Prisons and Forts. The package costs 30 dollars covers all expenses from Sept 2 to Sept 8 with limited staterooms and advance tickets required.
Gloucester August 20 John Dedrick and Henry Morris of the Corona survived after being separated from their trawl crew on July 21 in Davis Strait about 130 miles off Labrador. Stranded three days and nights they navigated to land, survived cold and fog, and were rescued by the A N White of Quebec. They then traveled by Gradys Island steamship Virginia Lake and across Canada home to Sydney, Halifax, and Port aux Basques.
In Boston on August 19 a mob of enraged Italians swirled around the banking house of Thomas Tranfaglia on Prince Street causing the doors to close. Police intervened to avert damage as Tranfaglia remained missing. Reported funds tied up range from fifteen to eighteen thousand dollars, representing the small savings of many Italians.
In Wilkes Barre on August 19 unknown parties planted a stick of dynamite beneath the front door of John Workis's Pittston township residence. The blast wrecked the door and left six occupants, including two mine workers, badly frightened.
Adams Hardware and Paint Co advertises Devoe gloss carriage paint for buggies priced 75 cents to one dollar. The paint adds 3 to 8 ounces per pint compared with rivals, lasts longer, and yields a finish equal to new work.
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