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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1896
Page
8
A compact August calendar fragment lists weekdays and dates with sun and moon rise times and day length. It notes sun rises at 5.02 and moon rises at 6.59, sun sets at 6.31 and total daylight about 13.29 hours.
Light showers occurred at noon on Saturday with most of the day partly cloudy. Friday was very showery with rain mainly in the forenoon and high humidity. Overnight rain continued but forenoon was clear and slightly moist. For Massachusetts the forecast calls for generally fair weather tonight and Tuesday with cooler Tuesday morning.
The Lowell Daily Courier notes Chas H Cosgrove opens a law office in Hildreth building room 16. Lowell Wall Paper Co 42 Church street offers kalfe mining. Cahill calls meeting of military committee at 8 PM. O Sullivan Bros offer of free electric car ride up to $1 purchases good till Sept 1. Irish historical society appeal with Boston HQ. City clerk’s office reports Friday a dull day with no licenses mortgages assignments or records.
Multiple funeral services were held yesterday for Kirk B Cheever Elizabeth Shank Thomas Bradley Margaret Wilmore and Kate Kelley with burials in Edson or Catholic cemeteries Under taker Young Weinbeck Molloy Currier and others directed the rites Religious officiants included Rev H Lockhart Rev Dr Court Rev Fr Rowan and Rev Dr Greene with church choirs and Odd Fellows attendance
John Chamberlin, renowned sportsman and hotel keeper, died in Saratoga yesterday. He once lived on Church Street, left Lowell for New York where he earned fortunes on the green cloth, then expanded to Washington. He later owned a popular hotel and recently opened a large resort at Old Point Comfort as a Hygeia rival.
In this city notices report the Aug. 22 death of Bessie Barrows daughter of John T. and Hannah S Barrows at 11 London Gillam Aug. 23 death of Lizzie T wife of Henry Gillam at 186 Concord street aged 43 with funeral from Immaculate Conception church. Aug. 28 infant Katie Kelly daughter of William and Theresa Kelly at 4 Davidson street. Aug. 22 Adam Thomas Bradley aged 65 at 144 Church street.
Allen's Foot-Ease powder claims instant relief for painful swollen feet and bunions, makes tight shoes feel easy, and cures sweating and tired feet. Sold by druggists and shoe stores, 25 cents by mail, trial package free. Address Allen 8 Olmsted Le Roy NY.
The Y M C I beat the T R T s Saturday afternoon in a low key contest at Fair Grounds. Ryan of the Florence club, Quigley and Hoyle of the Unions aided the Y M C I, while Nestor, Barrett and Vaughn led the T R T s. McCarthy relieved as pitcher in the late innings and shut down the Y M C I, with four strikeouts in three innings. Quinlan is praised as catcher. Scott pitched well for the Y M C I. Final score details follow.
A warm shampoo with Curicura Scar followed by CuricuRA ointment claims to clear crusts scales and dandruff soothe irritation stimulate hair follicles and produce a clean scalp and luxuriant hair. Sold worldwide with phrases like Low to Produce Luxuriant Hair mailed free For sale by Carter & Sherburne.
A South Ends local league game at Mountain Rock Saturday produced a 35 to 9 victory for South Ends over Elms. A large crowd supported both teams reflecting strong neighborhood interest.
Boston batted and bowled superiorly to defeat Brockton at Franklin Field by 49 runs. Brockton’s performance was weak overall though Orton claimed seven wickets for 39 runs. For Boston Perkins took six for 24 and Shepardson four for 21.
The Lynn club defeated the Everetts yesterday by 386 runs after declaring the innings closed, losing only four wickets. H Whitcroft claimed six wickets for 23 runs and Wall took two for 11 in a dominant bowling display.
The ad asserts real merit in Hood's Sarsaparilla evident in daily cures. It claims the remedy prevents malaria and cures dyspepsia, presenting a bold health claim for the product.
A large Mont Vernon illumination on Campbell's Hill lit up the night with hundreds of colored lights. The display attracted observers from Londonderry Hudson Manchester Nashua and nearby towns, with a grand bonfire and fireworks. The Second Regiment band played outside the Grand hotel as about 400 guests enjoyed the spectacle seen from Lowell and surrounding hills.
Police raided 28 Coolidge street and 51 Congress street Sunday afternoon and seized whiskey. Louise Fontain and Philip Vacette were arrested for illegal selling after resistance during the raid. Fontain allegedly threw a bottle through a window, shattering it, as crowds of about 2000 gathered. Mary Kelly received a ride to the station and faces inquiry into her whiskey stock.
A. F. Pierce of 56 Rock Street was knocked down by a bicycle at Market and Central streets Saturday night. Though advanced in years, he was not seriously injured and was taken home by ambulance.
A gathering of ward one Republicans convened in the National band room to back senatorial candidate Varnum. They planned a personal canvass by all attendees to bolster his bid. No chair was chosen.
The Waite Comic Opera Company begins an eleven performance run at the Lowell Opera House next Monday August 31 with a grand orchestra and fifty performers. Notables include Milton Aborn Marie Laurens Marie Biffin and Hattie Arnold. Repertoire features Tar and Tartar Bohemian Girl and Jupiter with daily dime matinees and seats on sale Thursday.
A familiar seasonal revue titled The Dazzler returns this year with a cast of clever comedians and pretty girls. It promises bright music singing and dancing with timely take-offs on current events. Ticket sales open at the box office today for performances Thursday and the rest of the week.
The Weston Reimer company starts week six at Lakeview with strong patronage expected. Sardou’s Butterfly Fever will headline with a distinctive flavor. Friday evening’s testimonial to Kendal Weston is anticipated as a great success.
The Alabama Troubadours return to Glen Forest offering lively melodies with singing, dancing, and instrumental numbers. The program promises good variety and will close with a cake walk, giving many a renewed chance to hear the group.
The outdoor act Gorman's Equine Marvels performs at Lakeview this week attracting expected high passenger turnout. The troupe of trained horses is shown free in this region for the first time, and officials anticipate a strong performance.
The ad states that travel will be more comfortable if luggage is in perfect repair and secure. It promises quick service and asserts thorough equipment to fix trunks and bags, offered by P. F. Devine located near Odd Fellows building on Middlesex Street.
$4500 trust funds to loan at 5 per cent. To let, fine tenement, 37. To let, office rooms, some of the best, lowest prices in the city. To let, best and newly furnished rooms, prices the lowest. To let, fine modern house on the Highlands, $20 per month. T. H. Billiot, 64 Central street.
A long list of residents and visitors from Lowell and surrounding towns travel to Hampton beach, Nantasket, York beach, and nearby spots. Names include L. H. Miller, Jennie L. Allen, Paul T. Fay, Ethel Paradis, Peter Corcoran, Lillian McLean, Cecil L. Adams, George M. Parker, George W. Gilman, A. J. Lynch, J. D. White, Wm. H. Potter, Charles Stickney, L. M. Ryan, Z. F. McKay, Mrs. Fletcher, Arthur Mellor, Victor Jewett, Mrs. Norris, E. C. Swift, C. T. Crosby, P. Burke, and many others as they vacation, visit kin, or attend hotels and cottages along the coast. The note also records engagements, library staff, and several return trips from outings to New York, Stillwater, and Cape Porpoise.
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