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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1902
Page
6
The Lowell Daily Gourier describes itself as the oldest daily in Middlesex county, dating to 1825 with daily publication since 1845. It notes publication at Courier-Citizen Building on Merrimack Street and daily delivery by carrier to all areas served.
The report notes Saturday afternoon had a little more rain, with a pleasant night. Friday opened clear but became cloudy and a bit raw. Today started similar to yesterday but with thinner clouds and warmer conditions. Barometer readings hovered around 29.85 to 29.83 inches with temperatures near 68 to 70 degrees.
Persons leaving town for the summer may have the Courier forwarded without extra charge by leaving their addresses at the Counting Room Merrimack Square or by telephoning 31-5.
In a Providence address President Roosevelt argues for keeping established Republican policy to preserve general prosperity. He likens rich and poor to ships under favorable winds, warning that drastic tariff changes by Democrats would threaten the broader economy and daily bread. The piece favors gradual reform and cautions against swift, destabilizing shifts.
The article notes the new Maine averaged 18 knots, not exceeding the required speed. It recalls the old practice of paying builders a bonus for every fraction of a knot above the target and laments the ship typically exceeded the mark, a habit now diminished.
The article analyzes Maine's speed, noting an average near 19 knots on return to Boston and arguing for fast battleships to handle heavy work. It contrasts with cruisers, cites Oregon and Spain’s war, and warns readers about crowded crowds around the President, urging personal safety and caution in big gatherings.
The writer argues Admiral Higginson should win the war game to test coast defense from Cape Cod to Portland and urges stronger defensive forces. They discuss reciprocity with Canada, the value of mutual benefit beyond legal promises, and criticize competitive military drills while endorsing disarmament as in Russia's Hague aims.
The President asserts that favorable conditions for one business benefit all, while harmful conditions for one can harm others, and that remedies may backfire. The remark frames a collective stake in economic policy and cautions against narrow cures that hurt the broader market.
The President plans a swift western journey that will challenge even so robust a man as Roosevelt. The trip reflects the need for presidents to be strong both physically and mentally as they travel quickly across regions.
A fragmentary, satirical piece notes Lowells prepare for a crowd on the common tomorrow. It references Commander Pillsbury, Admiral Higginson, and the Maine, with jests about naval strength and misperceived percentages. It suggests public caution for crowds and hints at charting Porto Rico shoal.
A reader notes the difficulty of arranging through tickets at busy stations and the need to secure fares in advance. The piece recalls 60,000 people viewing the President from Nahant, Worcester trees planted, and questions Lowell's tree efforts. It warns about pickpockets, mentions J P Searle, and humorously imagines Salem harbor being captured by Commodore Pillsbury’s fleet.
A column discusses the billion dollar congressional appropriation, noting most funds fund the Isthmian canal long term while only a fraction affects the current year. It contrasts this with post office costs and mentions St Louis expo finances and Guam oath requirements for prisoners in Manila.
The New York Tribune notes the wealthiest faro bank proprietor from Long Branch has moved to Saratoga. It questions why law enforcement is harsher in Long Branch and more lax at Saratoga, asking why professional gamblers are allowed to ignore statutes in one state but not the other.
A reunion of John and Priscilla Alden descendants near Binghamton New York featured a sixth generation member born in Windsor New York on March 26 1815. Other items note Lord Windsor 14th baron of Windsor title born 1857, Lizzie Dickens of Canarsie inherits 600000, Balfor s cabinet young Austin Chamberlain 39, Treves rose surgeon from North Sea eel doctors, and Prince Henry of Prussia insured for 900000 with death payout limits.
The Uneeda club reported its boat stolen from the camp last week and recovered yesterday afternoon. The incident involved a break in the camp and removal of the boat’s oars. The club plans a near term meeting to decide further action with possible arrests likely for the known offenders.
A reader urges an editorial on U S pressure to have Russia honor American Jewish passports. He cautions against provoking Russian backlash against Jews, notes New York City’s large Jewish population, and proposes a telegram to President Roosevelt requesting restraint to avoid anti Jewish consequences.
Labor Day usually marks the downturn in the steamboat excursion trade but this season may extend to mid September if heat persists. The Bay Line reports strong patronage, aided by warships in Massachusetts Bay, with the Cape Cod steamer likely to fill its Boston Provincetown run from Bay Line wharf at 400 Atlantic Avenue, 9:30 weekdays and 10:00 Sundays, allowing time for sightseeing and dinner.
Record-Herald counted attendees at 125 leading Chicago churches and estimated total Chicago churchgoers at about 3 times the counted figure. Using 1900 census as base and 5.44 percent annual growth to 1902, researchers projected adults in Chicago and derived attendance percentages for the city’s worshiping population.
London Aug 25 The Shah bade farewell to England after a week of gaieties and left for Paris where he will stay incognito for 10 days. His departure was marked by official gatherings and a military display. The Imperial steamer carrying him to France sailed from Dover under a royal salute and with two British cruisers in escort.
An experimental Swedish project applies electric current to seed fields at night and during cold days while stopping during sunlit warm weather. Invented by Professor Mestrom of Helsingfors, Finland. A Brooklyn firm recently produced a massive coil of wire, 17 700 feet long and weighing 22 030 pounds, intended for a bituminous coal mine. 42 strands of crucible cast steel, 16 days to manufacture, valued at 2300 dollars.
Mirault's band performed last evening on the North common before a large crowd. The programme was well selected and executed in an excellent manner, continuing the strong tradition of municipal concerts.
O'Donnell and Gilbride highlight evolving colored dress fabrics with new weaves and novelties. They warn many styles lack art and originality, but emphasize fine taste and prescience to pick successful patterns, noting rich fabrics reach counters swiftly.
A local shop promotes new waistings in the latest styles with fabric choices priced at 25c, 89c, and 50c per yard. Shoppers are invited to view and select from the updated assortment.
Fall textile notice touts 44 inch width fabrics in over thirty colors. Genuine intrinsic quality guaranteed with no faults. Priced at 59 cents per yard, regularly 85 cents, emphasizing value and style.
A silk and wool fashion listing showcases Dagmar Serges in multiple fall colors including reseda myrtle and Nile green with browns reds and blues. The pure wool fabrics are sold today at 69 cents per yard, a price touted as never before seen.
The Pedestrenne rises as a figure of walking and outdoor regimen. New heavy suitings suit her dress needs in Oxford gray blue and brown shades, offered in 50 to 56 inch widths at 1 and 1.25 dollars per yard.
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