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Newspaper

Lowell Daily Courier

Location

Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Aug 26, 1903

Page

4

Rhode Island couple wed after long chase in Taunton and Attleboro

Andrew J. Arnold of Warwick and Mary J. Taylor of Providence, both previously married, obtained a Taunton license but failed to find an officiant there. They traveled to Attleboro where Rev. Joshua O. Randall performed the ceremony after a new Attleboro license was secured by the town clerk.

Attleboro Rhode Island Taunton Andrew J. Arnold Warwick R. I Mary J. Taylor Providence Joshua O. Randall Randall

Train crew killed as sheet blows from locomotive

On a west bound Lake Shore freight near Girard two miles west of town a heavy grade blast blew out the crowd sheet of the locomotive. Engineer Charles W. Bright of Buffalo and Fireman J. W. Burns of Ashtabula were fatally scalded and Brakeman Ralph Clary of Collinwood badly burned. The train kept moving and the other crew only learned of the disaster when they saw the bodies along the track from the caboose windows.

Erie Girard Lake Shore Charles W. Bright Buffalo J. W. Burns Ashtabula Ralph Clary Collinwood

Oil Supply Boat Burns in Clayton Bay Fire

The Clay ton, Standard Oil supply boat delivering gasoline and kerosene to Thousand Islands residents, caught fire in Clayton bay and burned to the water’s edge. Tanks ruptured releasing about 1400 gallons of gasoline and 250 gallons of kerosene, igniting the water. the steamboat landing and railroad dock were saved after firefighters fought the blaze.

Not the truth about Regnier at Ramsgate during war

Sir Frank Burnand, editor of Punch, writes in the Times that Regnier, named by Mme Humbert as the man who left the alleged fortune, later lived as Metzki in Ramsgate with his family during the Franco‑Prussian War. He used the Crawford alias due to notoriety as intermediary between Germans and Marshal Bazaine at Metz, and his daughters started a French laundry that grew into a successful business.

London F. C. Burnand Punch Times This Regnier Mme. Humbert Crawford Marshal Bazaine Metz Ramsgate Metzki

Two Million in Fifteen Days in Palmillo Mine

Pedro Alvarado, the Parral mining magnate, has added 2 million dollars to his wealth in 15 days. His Palmillo mine yields ore 40 feet wide with 480 ounces per ton in silver and two ounces in gold, averaging over 200000 dollars daily. Vast ore reserves are reported in sight.

Austin Tex Pedro Alvarado Parral Mex Palmillo

Fountain Pen Coupon Offer in Courier Citizen

The Courier Citizen advertises a coupon ticket program. Present 16 coupons and 69 cents to receive a solid gold fountain pen valued at 1.50, with a polished barrel and screw action rubber cap. Pen also available at several apothecary stores listed in the coupon advertisement.

Courier-Citizen

Phelps tops Mt Washington in automobile climb

Mt Washington N H Aug 25 L J Phelps of Stoneham Mass succeeded in climbing Mt Washington in an automobile today in a record 46 minutes. He arrived about a week ago intending the feat and was timed by F C Sutcliffe at the foot and R C Dunham at the summit. Officials say this is the first ascent timed by outsiders and will be the official record.

Mt. Washington N. H L. J. Phelps Stoneham Mass Phelps Chronograph Club of Boston F. C. Sutcliffe

When You Want aphsi Mild and Gentle Tablets

An advertisement urges using Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets as a mild easy to take remedy that acts reliably, available at all druggists.

Chamberlain

Desire the Kind G har on Bough Rigasters OMGn LLG ID

本文为可读文本的 OCR 片段摘要,提要聚焦于可辨识人物机构与事件。未能完整提取清晰事实,提供尽可能保留的实体信息与潜在线索,主旨涉及人名机构及其关联的未明确事宜。

Two Negroes Accused of Brutal Assault on Shawmut Ave

Boston police seek two burly men after a violent attack on two young women on Shawmut avenue just after 7 pm. Miss Florence Bergere, 18, is critically ill at home with convulsions, while Louise De La Salle was badly bruised but able to go out. The assault occurred as the pair refused an invitation and were knocked down and beaten. the assailants fled as help arrived.

Boston Shawmut Avenue Florence Bergere Louise de la Salle Miss Bergere Miss de la Salle

Lynn man killed by steer in Alaska tragedy

Captain Augustus D. Small of Lynn Massachusetts died at Valdez Alaska on August 10 after a steer from his own steamer Excelsi or bolted and impaled him on its horns on the dock. The steer was later killed by Mr Heilscher as stock was unloaded from the Nome City.

Portland Ore Augustus D. Small Lynn Mass Valdez Alaska Nome City Small Excelsior Capt Captain Small Heilscher

Money Won't Tempt Her Mme de Navarro Declines Offer

New York reports via London that Mme. Mary Anderson de Navarro plans to return to the stage in America, but Robert Grau’s bid of 225000 dollars for 150 readings failed. Grau offered half of profits to a religious charity named by de Navarro, who yet declined the proposal before sailing.

New York The New York Herald London Mme Mary Anderson de Navarro Robert Grau Lucania Patti America

Caught at Last in Virginia Hunt for Gibson

Rocky Mount Virginia Aug 25 Richard Gibson a Dillon mills area Black man robs a local store two years ago Justice Webster pursued and was killed by a shot as he searched the mountains for the fugitive Hundreds searched the countryside chasing the prisoner Large rewards had been offered Sheriff Angle learned Cassville Missouri authorities held Gibson A brother of the dead man lives near Missouri town and may identify him The commonwealths attorney asked the governor for a requisition for Gibson

Rocky Mount Richard Gibson Dillon’s Mills Webster Justice Webster Gibson Angle Cassville Missouri Commonwealth

Growing Weakness in Men and a Medical Tonic Claim

An advertisement warns that strenuous male activity wastes vital forces, causing paralysis and nervous prostration. It promotes Dr. Chase's Blood and Nerve Food as a remedy, promising new blood and renewed vigor with a mail order book and priced treatment, offered by The Du Chase Co. in Philadelphia and sold locally by A. W. Dows & Co and Falls & Burkinshaw.

Chase Philadelphia A. W. Dows & Co Falls & Burkinshaw

Lydia Pinkham Remedy Promises Back Health and Strength

Miss Kate Ollman testifies that Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound improved her back pain and fatigue while treating kidney and womb troubles. The ad claims the product is the greatest known remedy and offers $5000 for proof of genuineness. Readers are urged to write Mrs. Pinkham in Lynn, Massachusetts with details of their condition.

Kate Ollman 142Nd St Wales Ave New York City Ness Lydia E. Pinkham

Mostly Union Men in Government Staff Revealed

Washington Aug 25 A government order against labor discrimination prompts examination of union affiliation among federal workers Skilled tradesmen show strong union ties at the government printing office and navy yard with hundreds of members Across agencies printers binders and related roles form the bulk while other bureaus employ smaller contingents The Library of Congress and Plate Printers Union figures illustrate wider but uneven union presence across departments

Washington Government Printing Office Columbia Typographical Union Bookbinders’ Union Rouad Navy Yard Bureau of Engravings and Printing Furnishes Plate Printers’ Union Federal Labor Union Library of Congress Etcc State Navy Treasury Department

Zionists Seek Russian Backing for Palestine State

Basel Aug 25 Dr Herzl presented a letter from Russian interior minister Plehwe to Zionist congress delegates. It stated Moscow favors Zionism’s original program and may support Zionist aims against Ottoman rule and aid emigration efforts. The minister claims Russia acts for state interests and morality, hoping to aid Jewish emigration and improve conditions of Russian Jews as emigration lowers their numbers.

Basel Switzerland Herzl von Plehwe Palestine Russia

Judge Gray's Pay Ends Arbitration Work in Alabama

Judge George Gray of Delaware, who chaired Birmingham arbitration between Alabama coal operators and miners, departed for home after earning 4000 dollars for the six weeks here. He compared the pay to his five months on the Pennsylvania anthracite board, praised Southern courtesy, but said he would rarely accept another arbitration assignment due to the demanding duties.

Birmingham Ala George Gray Delaware Board of Arbitration Alabama Pennsylvania

Pitcher Waddell Released by Philadelphia Club

Cleveland reports that pitcher Waddell of the Philadelphia American League team was released permanently by Manager Mack. He did not appear for today’s game and was ordered to surrender his uniform, his services deemed no longer at the club’s disposal.

Cleveland Waddell Philadelphia Mack

NEW CARDINALS U S MAY BE FAVORED

Rome secrecy fuels renewed report that Archbishop Farley of New York will receive the red hat in a December consistory. Prelates say the Vatican may elevate three cardinals, citing New York’s size and America’s Catholic leadership as factors in Pope Pius X’s plans.

Farley New York Rome Pius Venice America United States Ivo Cardinal Gibbons Pius X Amerca

Hart Palmer Dead in Stonington Conn at 67

Ira Hart Palmer died in Stonington Connecticut in his 68th year. He descended from Walter Palmer, one of Stonington’s founders, and Roger Sherman, signer of the Declaration. A longtime telegrapher and drug firm partner, he also ran the Wadawanuck hotel and led the New England Granite company briefly. He leaves a widow and two sons Henry R. Palmer and Frank Trumbull Palmer.

Stonington Conn Ira Hart Palmer Walter Palmer Roger Sherman L. H. Palmer & Company United States Palmer Wadawanuck New England Granite Company Henry R. Palmer Providence Sunday Journal Frank Trumbull Palmer

Oyster growers uneasy as season nears in Connecticut

In Stamford Connecticut on August 25 growers fear a poor fall harvest. The September season looms with unfavorable prospects on north shore beds near Bridgeport and Stratford after inspector Captain Lewis of national oyster beds reported discouraging findings.

Stamford Conn Lewis Connecticut Bridgeport Stratford

LaSalle Street Station Elevates Chicago Travel Experience

The LaSalle street depot in downtown Chicago serves the Lake Shore Railway as its terminal. It offers top accommodations, easy access from surface lines, and central location near major stores, promising swift travel and courteous service for passengers.

LaSalle Street Chicago Lake Shore Railway Lake Shore

Fountain Pen Offer for Courier and Citizen Readers

Sixteen coupons plus sixty nine cents grant a solid gold fountain pen, fully warranted and worth $1.50. Satisfied customers guaranteed. Pens available at Courier-Citizen office and multiple local vendors including A. W. Dows & Co., Lowell Pharmacy, Frank P. Moody, C. E. Carter, E. J. McEvoy, Belvidere Family Drug Store, and Hovey's News Depot with fixed addresses listed.

Courier-Citizen Office A. W. Dows & Co Merrimack Central Streets Central St. Lowell Merrimack Street Frank P. Moody Dutton Fletcher Streets C. E. Carter Branch Smith Streets Westford Pine Streets E. J. McEvoy Lawrence Street Belvidere Family Drug Store High Street Hovey’s News Depot Fifth and Bridge Streets

Prescott-Lawrence 90th Birthday in Forge Village

Suburban notices mark Mrs. Sarah Prescott Lawrence turning 90 with calls from family and friends. Born in Forge Village, she remains active in domestic duties, while a poem celebrates the late Miss Olive Ann Prescott, a longtime village resident and educator whose quiet life and public service left a lasting community impact.

Sarah Prescott Lawrence Forge Village Prescott Edward Prescott Westford Lawrence Mr. Prescott Abram Prescott Gre Olive Ann Prescott

Chelmsford Social Notes From Local Visitors and Outings

Chelmsford residents share travels and visits as D. Zevely and family stay with J. M. and Mrs. Fletcher in the village. Mrs. Fiske visits sons in New York while D. E. Atwood heads to Juniper Point with family. Gertrude Byam returns to work at the Lowell water board after vacation. Prof. Emerson and wife return from England en route to Hanover. Perham family returns from New Hampshire outings. Mrs. Adams visits her son in Marlboro. Mrs. Morrill returns from a two week stay with her sister in Concord and Billerica Street. H. S. Perham surveys Nantucket agricultural exhibits. Ellen Hunt visits in Concord and South Chelmsford.

D. Zevely Washington, D. C J. M. Fletcher B. M. Fiske New York D. E. Atwood Juniper Point Gertrude Byam the Water Board Lowell C. F. Emerson England Hanover N. H E. C. Perham New Hampshire E. T. Adams Marlboro Leonard Morrill Concord G. W. Day Billerica Street H. S. Perham Nantucket Island Ellen Hunt South Chelmford

Miss Ethel Warley Vacationing in Boston

North Chelmsford notes Miss Ethel Warley is spending a week of vacation in Boston. Mrs. Charles L. Woodman of Milford New Hampshire visits Mr and Mrs John Warley in town. Master Harrison Mariner has accepted a position with F Blodgett of North Chelmsford. His many friends wish him best success.

Ethel Warley Boston Charles L. Woodman Milford, N. H John Warley Harrison Mariner F. Blodgett No. Chelmsford

Hoffman to Lead Tewksbury First Congregational Pulpit

In Tewksbury Mr J H Hoffman of North Reading will supply the pulpit of the First Congregational church next Sunday. Mrs Arthur Pillsbury and children have returned to California after visiting relatives Mr and Mrs George Pillsbury in town. Mrs Clark recovers from a fall while driving last Saturday. Mrs Morrill and daughter Stella visited York Beach then returned home. John Ruffle builds a stable on property at Kingsbury Centre. Tewksbury Grocery store adding modern improvements and a separate office. Miss Mary McBride on two week vacation with her parents.

J. H. Hoffman North Reading First Congregational Church Arthur Pillsbury California George Pillsbury Clark Morrill Stella York Beach John Ruffle Mr. Kingsbury Tewksbury Grocery Company Mary McBride

WIGGINVILLE SCHOOL LAND SALE AND REPAIR WORK

W H Flexney of Norristown Pa visits Wigginville while Walter Ramsden stays with Providence friends. Arrangements made for Curry and Cotter to sell town the disputed land for a new school building. The old school harmed by explosion is being unroofed to access broken beams and will be put in good order with two temporary rooms above the blacksmith shop. Varnum Bros oversee the repairs on the old structure.

W. H. Flexney Norristown Walter Ramsden Providence R. L Messrs. Curry and Cotter Messrs Varnum Bros

Tome Keane at Y M C L Carnival Thursday

Tome Keane headlines a Y M C L Carnival Thursday featuring racing events in bicycle horse and automobile categories. The event promises varied attractions with local interest and community participation.

Tome Keane

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