25 Aug 1898
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1898
Page
1
A poem recounts a mighty oak as monarch of the wood with wind roaring in its branches. It stands unshaken through storms until age and fate bring its fall, leaving a cleared space like a field once filled with many oaks.
The article hints at a possible protocol offer from Dewey and Merritt to Aguinaldo. It notes Col Woodward’s reaction to the Governor, a Cortes summons for Sept 5, and Roosevelt's rising path toward the New York Governorship. It also discusses Blanco’s suspected role, calls for peace commissioners, and Helen Gould funding for sick soldiers.
The census board reports Russia's population since 1885 rose by about 1.5 million annually, reaching 149 million and ranking second to China at 380 million. In New York, Empire Building elevators gained safety from a 200 foot fall. A Belgrade public execution in Servia caused shock when a second body appeared beside the brigand, a newspaper correspondent seeking realism inadvertently boosting circulation.
A doctor visits a boy with an unknown illness as Mrs. Brown requests immediate attention. The tale pivots on a humorous anecdote about a household book and a looming potential suit from a father whose son lost his voice on the road. A later clip shows a child refusing prayers, and a lawyer notes a related jury request.
Senator Mark Hanna told a St Paul audience that the United States will practically own Cuba within 20 years and hold parts of the Philippine islands. He estimated 50,000 troops needed to control Cuba, cited $380,000,000 invested, and argued profits and humanity justify investments. He noted quarantine concerns after repatriated soldiers’ stories and expressed optimism for a new era of prosperity. Meantime repatriated troops await arrears payments as a quarantine commission meets. Soldiers at Chickamauga begin muster out and units head to Chicago and Knoxville for discharge.
Ernest Joseph Possel, a German, under heavy bail for attempting to collect a 10,000 pound life insurance on his wife, who authorities say he threw from a cliff in Italy. He died by his own action this morning in a Paris restaurant.
Senators Davis of Minnesota and Frye of Maine of the peace commission held a long conference with the President this morning. They discussed the forthcoming labors of the commission at Paris and the work ahead.
An incendiary blaze in a six story tenement block in New York today endangered eleven lives. The fire caused about 10000 dollars in losses and some of the occupants were insured.
San Francisco reports General Merriam is set to return to Honolulu by September 20. The Brooklyn dispatches expect Philippine troops to be mustered out after his arrival, with General Shafter resuming leadership of the California department and Merriam moving to the Columbia department.
London August 25 The Duke of Abruzzi nephew of King Humbert of Italy and Italian navy officer has ordered a 90 foot yacht built on the Clyde for trial spins with Shamrock Lipton's boat possibly competing for the America's Cup.
Westport Connecticut August 25 Admiral Schley started for New York with his son in law He sails on the ship Brooklyn first and tomorrow proceeds to Washington
Rain and storms disrupt Grand Army Day events at Camp Fred M Edgell Weirs New Hampshire Aug 24 with morning exercises regimental reunions and elections a parade led by Horace L Worcester and a campfire led by A S Twitchell indoors sections as storms interrupt speeches by Col J D Drew Mrs Ida Montgomery Ernest B Folsom Col Henry C Kent Judge Barry Hugh Henry and others Governor's day slated for tomorrow while veterans adapt and celebrate.
The French fishing schooner La Coquette sank after collision with the Thingvalla line steamer Norge off Bayonne France on Saturday. The captain and eight seamen were saved, while sixteen others drowned amid foggy seas on the Grand Banks.
The Trans Mississippi Exposition board invites the President, the cabinet, other dignitaries, and the Prince of Wales to attend the Peace Jubilee set for October 10 to 15 in Omaha Nebraska.
The transports Yosemite City of Macon and Seneca arrived in New York and the Virgilancia departed for Santiago carrying the 23rd regiment of Kansas colored infantry.
Spanish papers and the public express strong disgust at the hasty surrender of Santiago on August 25 in Madrid. Newspapers highlight shock over the decision and concern about the consequences for the war and national morale.
Merton E. Harvey, son of Ralph J. and Lizsie M. Harvey, died Wednesday afternoon at 384 Third avenue. Catherine Davis aged 76 died in the city on August 24. Martha A. Conklin aged 57, wife of Melvin R. Conklin, died August 25 at 52 Chase Avenue. James Nixon died August 25 at 129 High Street.
An early 20th century advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure for weak stomachs and dyspepsia. It claims the tonic strengthens digestion, increases appetite, and eliminates symptoms, urging readers to buy from all druggists.
A city discusses whether department heads or the mayor and council control city business. The mayor’s budget table and department figures trigger conflicts over appropriations, with calls for department restraint yet repeated requests for more funds. The piece notes sewers, schools, and payrolls, and hints at pending tax cases and potential policy clashes.
James Nixon a well known expressman died at his home 129 High street this noon. He had been con-
A paralytic stroke left a man bedridden for over two years while an attendant at Central M BE church. He leaves a widow and three children. Catherine Davis, 76, died at her niece’s home on Lawrence Street. Thomas Donahue, 15 months old, died at Bassett Street, child of Patrick S. and Alice Donahue.
Cornelius Kelcher, Private Butterfield, and Edward F. Maguire joined the local Ambulance corps to sail on the Olivette and bring back wounded soldiers. They left for Boston on the 7 30 express and reported to the South armory. The Olivette is expected to depart soon and may dock in Boston on return after a 15 day voyage with stops at Ferdinandina Key West Fort Monroe.
In Judge Hadley's court Harriet Crosby and Jane Whalen received five months on consolidated drunkenness charges while Thomas J. Walsh drew six months at the state farm. Two peddlers faced license charges as the court warned sharper penalties. licenses remain contested by vegetable peddlers. Arthur Coueple was held on bastardy charges under $400 bond for August 29.
The funeral was held yesterday at the home of her daughter in Walker, 68 Tyler Street. Burial followed in Lowell Cemetery. Bearers were James Christie, Frank Hodges, Benjamin Wood, and James Boutwell. Undertaker Young oversaw arrangements.
Andrew Fay 20, son of Thomas Fay of Centralville heights and brother of Peter A. Fay the lawyer, drowned while diving near a schooner wreck at Old Orchard beach. Eyewitness account says Fay disappeared after diving with a companion as tide was half in and five feet of water near the boat. Body recovered fifteen minutes later on the sand. Dr. J B OConnor's review concluded heart failure and cramps caused death before resurfacing. Fay had just finished Georgetown University law school studies last June and was described as bright but retiring. The coroner will handle further arrangements. the body taken to Saco.
Miss Ida Huxley of Lowell leaped into the sea at St. Aspinquid hotel to save Paul Logan of Lawrence who fell into the water. The rescue succeeded but left her with a severe nervous shock. Guests raised a substantial reward and praised her bravery. Last year F. L. Knapp also attempted a rescue at York.
Patrick Davis was sentenced by Judge Hadley to sixteen months in jail for a brutal assault on Patrick Egan and an attack on Mrs. Mary J. Smith at a Mammoth road farm. Davis received one year for the Egan assault and four months for the attack on Mrs. Smith. The drunk farm hand struck Egan with a hoe and loosed a dog as he tried to intervene, sending Egan to the hospital. Mrs. Smith testified about the house assault, and Egan recounted the events and wounds. Dracut officers testified to Davis being captured after a half pint of whiskey was found.
Mrs. M Gertrude Webster a guest at Mrs Shaw Tyler Park Newport is an expert drigler bringing a string of trout daily. J A Foisy leaves for three weeks in Canada. Miss Anna Greenwood at Clifton Heights Marblehead. M O Batchelder and Master Chester at Blue Hill Maine. Capt Ken and family vacationing two weeks in Fryburg and White Mountains. Delia Brady sustains compound ankle fracture at Nantasket Beach last week. Susie A Neilon to spend vacation visiting Fitchburg North Adams. Joseph Glade and Arthur Fisher tour down east to Old Orchard Portland. Fred B Danson joins J J Fenton South Broadway Lawrence. Lamson Store Service Co flag at half mast for ex President F M Ames died in Maine Aug 23. Miss Lulu Monty joins Advertising Plate Co New York after Maine vacation.
Rev W H Meredith presided at two August weddings in this city. Harry W Rose wed Annie Walsh at the Methodist parsonage 37 Eleventh Street on August 24. Harry Wilson married Margaret Ullock, also on August 24, in Lowell. Eva Lanouette and George L Lemaitre, formerly of this city, tied the knot in Manchester New Hampshire on August 23.
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