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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1905
Page
7
William P Hovey and his pupils presented a lively instrumental recital at Odd Fellows Temple last night. The hall was packed as mandolin guitar and banjo pieces drew encores and strong applause. Grace Eckland led mandolin solos with notable touch and technique while the juvenile club impressed with timing and reading.
Albert T. Patrick, convicted murderer of William Marsh Rice, was sentenced to die in the electric chair during the week of January 22. Justice Rogers pronounced the sentence in New York. An appeal to the US Supreme Court will be pursued, which is expected to stay the execution. Patrick was returned to Sing Sing’s death house tonight.
To the Editor of the Courier Miss Barbrick matron of the nursery at 64 Kirk Street plans a Christmas afternoon party on Friday December 15 inviting friends to donate gifts for the charity including foods and children’s clothing. Miss Barbrick will have the children present a previous exhibition and the public is invited to view the charity’s work. The notice clarifies that Miss O’Leary has no tie to the Kirk Street nursery and operates a separate Children’s Home next door. Gifts for the nursery should go to Miss Barbrick at Kirk Street or Miss Brown at First Street and gifts intended for Miss O’Leary’s Home should be sent there.
L. C. Manchester, president, expresses gratitude for gifts of food and children's clothing from Lowell supporters and volunteers. The message highlights the ongoing help the nursery receives and the board’s appreciation for the community’s generosity.
The Auberts, a Danish married dancing duo, headline the opening act at the opera house vaudeville bill. Their European act includes 16 pieces but they pared down to a smaller ensemble for American audiences. They will perform afternoon and evening shows all week.
The Wesley church at Merrimack and Bridge streets in Runeis building hosts revival meetings led by Evangelist A. Hill of Columbus Ohio. The first-night audience attended well and Mr Hill will preach each evening with no afternoon services Thursday or Friday and afternoon sessions on Saturday plus evenings daily thereafter.
The Ladies of Charity of St Johns hospital will gather at the hospital this evening to sew. In the last two weeks they have produced six dozen pieces.
NOW is the time to buy it with a larger selection and more time to choose. Do not wait until the last minute. visit now to reserve your piano and arrange delivery at your convenience. We offer a full line of well known pianos of recognized worth and merit.
A piano is available without spot cash with a small down payment and a modest monthly plan. Buyers are urged to place one in their home immediately, with a promise of ongoing payments to follow.
The municipal campaign heats up as voters prepare for Tuesday's election. Mayoral candidate Farnham receives enthusiastic backing at Club des Citoyens Americains and a large turnout voices support for public hall plans. Lincoln Club hosts Republican candidates with Farnham promising to deal squarely with every interest in the city.
Seattle watchers report Raold Amundsen is still at Fort Egbert Alaska waiting for a reply to his Monday night telegraph to Nansen in Christiania. Norwegians in Seattle have telegraphed funds as his expedition dwells in winter quarters near the McKenzie River mouth, fulfilling his 1908 public objective.
Christiania reports Captain Roald Amundsen has reached Fort Egbert Alaska after traversing the Northwest Passage and locating the true magnetic pole on King William Island. Dr Fridtjof Nansen hails the expedition as a great success.
The Consolidated Dry Goods Company filed a petition for a charter in Boston on December 7, citing a $1,000,000 capitalization and a plan to take over large dry goods stores in several New England cities. Backed mainly by Springfield men, it would control stores in North Adams Pittsfield Northampton Rockville New Britain and Meriden Connecticut.
Yesterday in Cambridge at the Lowell Day grand jury session Deputy Welch presented the evidence. The entire proceedings were completed swiftly and it is probable that the report of indictments will be made Friday afternoon.
Providence R I December 6 The first annual debate in Brown University's rites program will be held February 6. The subject asks if football as played harms the interests of American colleges. Prizes include 325 for top debaters and 25 for the best argumentative essay on the topic.
The forenoon session did not suspend until 1 30 PM and was adjourned until Thursday at 10 Pelock to allow court and counsel to attend the bar association dinner in Boston. The Brunelle vs Lowell Electric Corporation case remains on trial with the plaintiff’s side nearly finished.
The AP bi monthly meeting of the Dental Society was at New American House on Wednesday. President Hugh Walker welcomed members. Dr C W Partridge of the Lawrence Dental Club spoke on porcelain crowns and demonstrated his method, receiving a unanimous vote of thanks. Dr V A Darling spoke on Alaska. A union meeting was planned with the Lawrence Dental Club in March.
A new line of heavy woolly outing items from A. G. Pollard & Co is advertised with prices and stock notes. The notice highlights night gowns and flannel offerings, signaling a sale or catalog update for winter wear and related goods.
Seventy three all wool suits for boys aged three to six are offered as clearance. Styles include juvenile and Eton cuts in cheviot and heavy serge, leftovers from large lots that previously sold for up to $5.00. Final sale price is $2.00 to close.
Local shop displays a range of boys winter wear and accessories. Camel Hair Toques in gray blue and white priced around 0.45 to 0.75, plush polo caps 50 cents, double band sailor caps for children 50 cents to 1 dollar, and navy blue oxford garnet sweaters from 45 cents to 1.50. Heavy wool gloves 19 to 45 cents. Natural wool undergarments 24 to 84 cents. Sleeping suits, pajamas, and flannel shirts priced 50 cents to 1 dollar.
Local notice warns residents of suspicious key workers resurfacing in the city. Incidents on Elm Street reported with no valuables stolen. Police advise keeping keys inside doors turned to the side to hinder these workers and prevent breakins.
The document records expenses for state election activities and rallying. It lists the treasurer FAGAN, city committee, and secretary of state related items alongside office supplies and totals.
The Odd Fellows in the city plan a fair continuing five days, with music and events each evening. Announcements of the full program will be issued later.
The Maternal Association of the Five Trinitarian Congregational church was addressed yesterday afternoon at the annual meeting by associate pastor Rev Barah A Dison. Elected officers include President Ven T Upton Vice Mre Orrin HRarnett Clerk Mre Marry P Gravee Treasurer Mr George Parnham.
Odd Fellows building hosts a grand fair with plans and activities detailed by organizers. Vendors and exhibitors on Oda Fellows Street showcase a variety of goods and a sequence of attractions promise a lively night for attendees in the community.
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