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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1901
Page
6
Boston and Maine Railroad announces schedules for trains running between Lowell and Boston. The service aims to improve regional commutes with updated departure times and increased frequency during peak hours.
Those planning summer absence can have the Courier mailed to mountain, country, or seashore addresses for any duration by sending word to the Courier-Citizen counting room.
The August 23 1901 issue opines on hymn criticism and sentiment, notes a shrinking potato scare, and discusses world tariff debates. It highlights Lipton’s strategic approach to the Erin yacht races and the U S census life expectancy gain, while lightly covering antitrust inquiries into Carnegie Steel and Attorney General Knox.
The text argues that even if alleged transactions or documents existed, the attorney general cannot be compelled to locate such information. It notes critics may view Knox as protecting corporations and opposing labor, but contends anti trust advocates will struggle to convict him.
The piece argues that claims of a presidential or cabinet vendetta against Schley are implausible. It credits the President and Secretary Long with justice, notes fair treatment of Sampson and Schley, and defends the administration against anti-Schley conspiracy charges while acknowledging some criticism of Schley's actions during the naval battle. It warns that petty politics fuel such theories and that a measured, fact‑based review is needed.
William H. Armstrong of Cambridge class 1897 at Phillips Exeter Academy, appointed superintendent of schools at San Juan Porto Rico, with a $1400 salary. His spring course with a refractory pupil caused a riot. He will spend summer in Madrid studying Spanish.
Quotations question whether local labor unions should back a cooperative soap work. The Lowell News warns workers to save money even if the goal is a soap factory or soft soap venture. Massachusetts detectives tracking Blondin the wife murderer report the fugitive is elusive in Canadian woods.
The passage notes the republic’s fondness for simple scenes as presidents descend the White House steps on March 4 and mingle with the people. Hayes returns to his farm, Arthur resumes business, Harrison resumes law practice, and Cleveland rests enjoying diversions denied in office, portrayed as wholesome figures.
The Lowell born Gov Charles H Allen rejects reports he will succeed Comptroller Dawes as outsiders view him as a potential appointee. Editorials in The Washington Post and Springfield Union note his capable record and suggest a diplomatic position may suit him if offered by the President.
Ellis Meredith in August Ainslee’s cites Colorado’s 1893 suffrage gains and ensuing laws. It notes equal ownership with spouses, raised age of consent, a state home for dependent children, an industrial school for girls, and the eight hour and bi weekly pay days. It highlights enforcement changes, street cleanliness efforts, and the broader club movement led by Saran Platt Decker.
A fragmentary miscellany discusses a claim that onions are tasteless, recounting an experiment with a blindfolded tester, then shifts to political notes about Congressman Littlefield of Maine who spoke in Denver on The Insular Cases and drew crowd attention. The piece mentions his tall stature and a voice likened to a western cyclone.
A quarrel over garden damage escalates from a boyish nuisance claim to a charged exchange. The response counters that the phrase reflects the same underlying idea. The Chicago Post notes the debate on responsibility and language.
Mr and Mrs G F Howes and family and Mr and Mrs A Dane with daughter summer at Melvern cottage Salisbury beach hosting Mr George Parker of Whitinsville. A B Adams and family of Chelmsford at Greenfield MA for several weeks. Mrs W A Pardoe and children travel from Marlboro Street to Ocean Park for rest of season. Miss Mary V Regan from Worthen Street visits relatives in Rockland after Nantasket stay. Mrs James N Greig soprano at Worthen Street Baptist church ill with typhoid fever.
Prof W P Trent reviews Prof Tyler's volumes, praising accuracy and broad scholarship in American history and British literature. He notes Tyler's sound aesthetic judgment, sturdy tastes, and frankness when displeased, while acknowledging generous praise as a main defect.
James T Powers discusses the craft of musical comedy with Mr Daly and the risks of first nights. He recalls a donkey gift and notes the writerly side of performers who improvise lines and business. He laments nerves at New York debuts, praising applause and noting industry names behind the syndicate.
A fleeting notice describes a sale of trousers and planned clothing lots. Details are sparse, but it emphasizes tailored garments and a variety of styles for potential buyers.
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