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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1902
Page
6
Historical note from the Lowell Daily Courier describes the oldest Middlesex county daily, established 1825 and 1845, delivered by carrier in Lowell at six cents a week, published at the Courier-Citizen Building on Merrimack Street.
The report describes a snow storm with clear skies Saturday and Sunday mornings, transitioning to cloudiness by noon and heavy overnight snowfall that whitened the ground. A milder day followed with remaining snow on roofs and mudded paths, with precipitation and temperature figures noted. Boston area forecast calls for fair conditions tonight and Tuesday with light to fresh westerly winds.
The notice lists the Courier-Citizen editorial rooms and departments with telephone extensions 31-3 31-4 and 31-5. It urges patrons to count on courtesy when calling and directs communications about ads non-delivery address changes and business inquiries to the business office at extension 31-5.
The Post office department reports it is not self supporting with a deficit of about 2.0 million compared to 11.0 million in 1897 yet revenues are closing the gap. It plans continued expansion as funds permit and urges rural delivery growth while considering postal money transmission checks and improvements, including money orders.
The New Bedford Standard notes a Louisville fire case over whether noon means standard or solar time. Fire losses of 200000 with 180000 insured led to disputes as solar noon occurs 174% minutes earlier than standard noon, risking policy expiration. Courts must determine which time parties likely intended, not attest personal advantage. The column ends with a political nudge referencing Theodore Roosevelt.
South Carolinians protest against Dr Crum colored man for collector of the port of Charleston. The President defends equal opportunity and warns Southern whites to understand the situation. Congress opens with trust regulation and territorial statehood debates as Oklahoma favors admission over Arizona and New Mexico.
The author contrasts Teutonic, Slavic, and Latin politeness with that of the Anglo-Saxons, praising German and Nordic courtesy in trains and restaurants. He notes Swedish hospitality after meals, recalls peasant help near Lake Baikal, and critiques French polish yet values northern sincerity over southern affectations. He critiques continental hotel clerks as American stereotypes, and observes European hosts and hostesses shaping the experience.
In extremis Senator William B Frye of Maine joins a dying man to prepare a will. With two witnesses needed, he speaks frankly about readiness to meet the change as the invalid grows weaker while awaiting the witnesses, who are yet to arrive.
A pithy morning note references coal and cold, Blondin trunk case on trial with Mr Blondin and Congress speaking. Observers reflect on walking today as Maine murderers face death by action. Dom Paul reportedly holds $2,000,000 Boer gold, while Moros doubt American soldiers. The piece harbors lively host questions and playful titles like Foxy Grandpa for Dom Paul.
Church dignitaries including six bishops gather in New York for a week of Advent missionary meetings at Episcopal churches and Carnegie Hall. They seek to raise twenty two million dollars annually to fund foreign missions while addressing home needs. The lord bishop of Thetford urges giving as vital to church life and mission work.
London December 1 Moody action as about three hundred shareholders of the White Star and Dominion lines lined Morgan offices to receive payments by check for purchases of the International Mercantile Marine company. No gold imports occurred and bond acceptance details remain unclear though no bonds have been delivered yet.
The Appleton clearing house reports weekly totals of 491 911 dollars and 90 cents this year versus 499 240 dollars and 11 cents last year, a 7 328 dollar and 21 cent shortfall. November receipts reach 2 109 065 dollars and 73 cents compared with 2 473 994 dollars and 07 cents a year ago, down 364 929 dollars and 84 cents. The First Universalist church advertises its annual fair with European plan suppers and first class evening entertainment promising strong participation.
A column blends advice on handling new books to avoid damage with a string of local vignettes. It covers careful opening methods, a Jersey cow anecdote tied to cattle disease, holiday preparations, Japanese guest notes, and church social plans, plus city election timing and local mining stock chatter.
Four people narrowly escaped death when a canal boat sank after breaking from a tug near North Brother Island. Gale winds tore the hawser and a rock punched a hole in the hull as rescue lines and a breeches buoy were improvised. Captain Bentley and his family were saved one by one from the cabin before the vessel disappeared.
Eight cows on Appleton M Teele’s Hudson area farm are infected and the herd of twenty three others quarantined after Dr Rose of Concord Junction ordered action. Five cows were from W Robbins of West Acton, sold at Acton auction and moved to Hudson then Acton. Teele, a well known Hudson milkman, plans to buy all his milk until the herd recovers.
Secretary of Agriculture Wilson, arriving for the International Livestock Exposition, says the New England cattle disease is at a standstill but requires a large vet force. He expects hundreds of veterinarians to inspect cows, sheep, and hogs, with a three to four week effort to stamp out the outbreak and a request to Congress for at least $1,000,000 in further funding.
In Houston Texas on December 1 135 street car workers from the Houston Electric company walked off the job seeking wage increases from 19 to 24 cents per hour and union recognition. No cars were running as the strike began affecting service.
Rev Dr F O Hall bid farewell after seven years at North Cambridge Universalist church as he leaves Cambridge for New York to lead the Divine Paternity church at 76th Street and Central Park West. He will reside at 4 West 76th Street and Rev C A Skinner will lead the vacated pastorate.
Snow fell steadily in El Paso on December 1 covering hills and spreading to New Mexico and northern Mexico. Reports say the White Mountains in New Mexico have four feet of snow and wolves drive to valleys in search of food, with sheep losses. Also local sale notices list several homes for sale near Merimack square and central city areas with prices and contact details.
The report lists loans and discounts totaling 921 080 95 dollars and various assets including secured and unsecured overdrafts 653 12 dollars U S Bonds to secure circulation 260 000 00 dollars premiums on U S Bonds 24 000 00 dollars stocks and securities 1 448 335 00 dollars and bank property. It also notes reserves from notes of other banks and cash items including specie 29 855 77 dollars and legal tender notes 110 000 00 dollars with a 80 000 00 dollar redemption fund with the U S Treasurer.
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