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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1900
Page
1
A lively verse recounts Br'er William fiddling as Sister Ca'line dances through a hall. The crowd hums with the music while a stern preacher watches. The speaker ends with the preacher proposing to marry Ca'line after the lively, frosty night.
Mr Whitney and Mr Keene plan a showdown over a turf proposition as a new race war unfolds. Debates flare as Al1geld might appear on supreme court papers if Bryan wins, affecting political currents. Alabama faces a knotty trial trip today amid heated remarks, while Gov Gen Wood urges Cubans to recognize U S actions and aid. Platt and Croker doubt Comptroller Color, yet the young official keeps his strong self view.
The German Emperor granted a pardon to Capt Count Stolberg who was sentenced to three years in a fortress for stabbing a sergeant in his squadron. he had served 18 months. In Morocco’s Rahamna district seven cents monthly funds camel care. In Ireland only six schools teach Irish. Missouri timber sales last year reached 12 620 180 dollars, a record, with over 100 counties contributing and 7000 workers. pine forests are rapidly vanishing.
Frank Cassidy a 35 year old painter living in Concord Junction hanged himself in a Westvale barn today. Despondency from unemployment and fear of going insane is cited as the cause. He leaves a wife a daughter at home and a married son nearby.
The Savings Department offers monthly interest with an exceptional advantage for depositors. All money received before 9 p m on Saturday September 1 1900 will qualify for the interest term.
Bank advertises 4 percent annual rate with semi annual compounding. It accepts deposits from $1 upward and extends banking hours on Saturday to accommodate workers. The bank opens from morning until 1 PM and plans evening service from 7 to unspecified end to minimize delays for the public.
The Traders National Bank offers foreign currency services, safety deposit boxes, and a 4 percent savings rate compounded semi annually. It provides a ladies banking room, is a depository for the United States and Massachusetts, and lists its hours and locations at Aldatesex Street and Post Office Avenue.
Eighty thousand Grand Army of the Republic members marched in Chicago on August 28 with 35 000 in the life guard units. The event drew cheering crowds along honored arches and reviewing stands, the largest parade since 1865. Weather was delightful and 7000 posts were represented. The line moved swiftly and without disorder.
Boston reports the battleship Alabama began her trial at 7 am with an expected speed around 17 knots, for a voyage off Boone Island. Stake boats Indiana Kentucky Kearsarge and Texas assisted as weather remained perfect with an east wind and smooth seas. Land End Rockport noted the run at 10 30 47 with early speed 17.42 knots then 16.84 knots on leg two, surpassing the Kearsarge.
Chicago August delegates at the Grand Army encampment entertain a dream of a united organization including all who fought for their principles, north or south. An effort seeks adoption of a resolution to embrace reconciliation, effectively proposing a “kiss and make up” outcome.
Washington August 28 Chaffee cables that he has offered assistance to the Baroness Von Ketteler He will furnish transportation and escort to Tianjin in a few days He has also offered transportation to Nagasaki The baroness widow of the German minister killed by Boxers is American and the daughter of President Ledyard of the Michigan Central railroad whose home is Detroit
Paris dispatch reports Admiral Courrejolles forwarding word from the council of admirals that Li Hung Chang will be held aboard a ship until the opening of negotiations between the powers and China. The decision was communicated to the foreign legations at Pekin amid efforts to manage the Chinese crisis.
London August 28 A Pretoria despatch says fighting with Botha s commandos resumed in the morning. Boer lines broke and enemy fell back. British casualties were considerable.
New Ipswich New Hampshire celebrated the 160th anniversary of incorporation with an impressive parade of military and civic groups, followed by literary exercises. Governor Rollins and his staff attended the event.
Indications from Boston on August 28 forecast cloudy conditions with localized rain tonight. Wednesday should bring fair skies and cooler weather with northwest winds.
New York record of five deaths and nine prostrations as heat and humidity persist. Heat peaked with sunrise and a sea breeze offered little relief. mosquitoes troubled coastal areas and banners on waterfront hotels clung like glue as temperatures rose.
The article notes warmer than usual conditions with a noon temperature of 84 degrees and 87 degrees by 4 PM, close to the seasonal record. A late rainstorm cooled the air but kept humidity high, making the day oppressive compared with 1899 and the prior year.
The steamer La Grande Duchesse, en route to Port Hawkesbury and Charlottetown, Nova Scotia, failed when the port side tail shaft broke two miles off Digby Island. With about 150 passengers aboard, the ship returned to Halifax for repairs and will proceed on one engine to New York for docking. repairs are expected to take a couple of months.
In Buffalo on August 27 Rev J H Quinn rector of Holy Angel church ruled no woman may enter the church or attend weddings without a head covering, stating the house of God deserves respect. Assistant rector Rev Fr McRory echoed the stance at evening service. Both priests are noted for ties to the Sacred Heart church in Moore street.
Patrick Boland, about 40, raved during a nocturnal spree near Chapel Hill. Officers Swan O'Brien and others attempted arrest after curfew warnings. Boland fought, bit Officer Leighton, was pinned and placed in a patrol wagon, then jailed and later quieted, with cuffs removed briefly and his shouting resuming before nightfall.
A health ad claims a coated tongue signals a stomach constition with dyspepsia and urges Hood's Sarsaparilla and Hood's Pills as the cure for liver and digestion issues. It pledges positive, absolute relief at 29 cents.
Hon Alanson W Beard ex collector of the port of Boston died at 395 Marlboro street Boston after long illness. He was born Aug 20 1825 in Ludlow Vermont and rose from farmer’s son to clothing merchant and prominent Republican leader. He served in the state legislature and as collector of the port of Boston twice, plus treasurer of Massachusetts, and he supported civil service reform. He married Mary Cassiat in 1848 and had three children.
Lieut. Gen. and Mrs Nelson A. Miles with aide Col. Michier arrived in Mansfield Ohio and will stay with ex Secretary Sherman until Tuesday. They plan to travel to Chicago for the G A R encampment and then begin a hunting trip in the northwest.
Market Street paving remains stalled as Merrimack Valley Paving agent Robert E. Crowley explains the delay. A new mixing plant from the Iroquois company of Buffalo, delayed by conduit work and a plant from Amsterdam, N Y, is expected to arrive today or tomorrow. Crowley asserts ample funds and progress with 150 feet of track laid and 450 barrels of asphalt ready. The article also notes assessors reviewing ward 5 false tax returns, tax rate changes, and school annex equipment moves.
Felix St Ive a 70 year old Lowell man was found dead in his seat on the Montreal Express northbound after leaving Concord. The body was removed at Lacont a, with a Lowell to Maskinonge ticket and a companion John Maltis in custody. Death likely due to heart disease and alcoholism. son in Hartford Street, daughter in Laconta.
Mrs Bimmma Dodge and Carrie Jones were arrested at Dodge's Crosby street home for drunkenness and taken to the police station. Officers Tilton and Richardson found Jones in a closet and a partially clothed man in a side room. Dodge, though not previously arrested, runs a home that has drawn complaints. Jones has prior arrests and is a frequent visitor. Dodge has a young girl and a younger boy in the home.
Bowling Green Ky Aug 27 Rep John L Shea was today renominated for Congress by the third district Democrats confirming support for his bid.
In hot weather politics, Mayor Crowley may announce he will not seek a third term, favoring Gen. C A R Dimon if he runs and backing Dimon if Crowley steps aside. State and local campaigns loom with party leaders preparing for vigorous efforts ahead of ballots. Other candidates include John C. Wilson, A D Mitten, Fred E. Bean, and Arthur W. Lang as Republicans vie for posts. The Republican state committee proposes a new voting method at conventions with punched coupons at the ballot box.
Officer Lennon arrested Aristides Papadolupes and Marie Lasceres on Middlesex street at 9 30 this morning. Aristides age 17, Marie claims 16 but father says 18. They ran away last week to Nashua for a marriage license denial, returned to Yowell wandering streets, were taken into custody, then the father consented to marriage after age discussion and the ceremony was planned.
A man told police he was robbed by two strangers near Church and Central streets around 9 30 pm. They invited him to drink, then assaulted him on the Perry street railroad track behind the Electric Light Co plant, taking $10 and a silver watch. He could not describe the assailants, hindering police efforts.
William Hamel age 29 of 11 Second Avenue Boston was overcome Monday and taken to emergency hospital where he was reported comfortable at night and expected to recover.
In police court Judge Hadley sentences or admonishes several defendants for drunkenness and related offenses. Patrick Smith, injured in a street altercation, is released after warning. others such as John Melvin and James Lester face fines, while James Ryan is sent to the state farm, then accepts his sentence after appeal. Delia BE Maude serves a jail month. Barlow and Bowles receive probation, with family guidance and relocation notes.
A promotional snippet claims liver sluggishness causes morning headache memory dullness and whole body misery and touts Ayer's Pills as the remedy, referencing systematic liver support and wellbeing.
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