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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1898
Page
2
The speaker lauds one year of license under the commission, highlighting reductions in bribes, illegal hours, and corruption. He contrasts license with no license, warning that a return to speak-easies would degrade women and children, and urges a Yes vote to sustain strict enforcement and city finances.
Virgil G. Barnard, born Worcester December 3, 1842, longtime chief of the department of supplies, Republican candidate for re-election. He served in the 25th Massachusetts, then North Carolina regiments, moved to Lowell in 1866, held roles in rail and insurance, later with C. B. Coburn & Co. He helped establish the purchasing system and earned public trust. incumbent seeking another term amid likely increased support.
Herbert R. Paker, a first time candidate from Ward One, is praised as a bright capable young man. Charles D. Paige, already in council, is lauded for his efficiency on health and appropriations committees. Charles H. Flanders is nominated in Ward Three for improving street conditions through the Gas Light Co. Wiggin, from Wigginville, seeks another term backed by his sewer loan support. George E. Burns of Ward Six, a bookkeeper and singer, is highlighted as a strong vote getter. George Walker of Centralville, born Waterboro Maine, 1857, long employed at Lowell Manufacturing, trusted overseer, and family man, seeks public service.
Mr Saunders a longtime Lowell resident from Northern Maine since 1859 is linked with Hamilton manufacturing since 1866. Born 1841 in Sangerville Maine he enlisted in First Maine cavalry at Civil War start, served in navy and infantry, captured in 1864 and held at Libby and other camps until 1865. He oversees carding mills and is a respected textile writer and civic speaker. He belongs to G A R Post 185, Lowell I O O F lodge, and St Pauls church.
Republicans tapped Edward Boland to head the Ward Two ticket to chip into Democratic strength. Peter A. Mealey, a Lowell Machine Shop worker and city employee, is praised as a popular, efficient common council candidate with hands-on municipal experience.
George W. Richard, a carpenter with a large following, received a council nomination from fellow Republicans of Ward Two in recognition of his constant and valuable labors for the party.
William H. Brown of Ward Three, a long time Lowell grocer, leads caucus votes for the 1897 city council race. Born February 16, 1852 in Troy Vermont, he worked in grain mills and farming before moving to Lowell in 1884 and building a successful grocery business.
A longtime advocate for Republican success in the ward, James Gemmell earned a nomination for the common council. He works at Hamilton Mills and has strong backing from labor men.
The Ward Four Republicans nominate Joseph L. Howarth a Gresser active in party politics likely to attract a large vote. Charles D. Martin a workingman and laborer in the political field is described as a hustler with deep ties to labor circles and expected to poll a big vote Tuesday.
George A. Gendreau a popular French speaking representative in Lowell and republican candidate for the common council in Ward Five is expected by friends to lead his ticket on election day.
Frederick B. Reed a machinist and staunch Republican is nominated for Ward Five common council. James H. Wynne, a Carpet worker, is chosen as one of three Republican candidates and highly regarded in labor circles.
W E Badger who previously served Ward Six for one year in the common council will seek another term in the lower branch of the city government. Born in Concord New Hampshire he brings prior service and local roots to the race.
Mr Howe has been a hardworking council member pushing reorganization and lower assessors costs. He chaired streets and was born in Peterborough New Hampshire in 1887, now in Pawtucketville real estate. Louis Lebrun, a French-speaking Lowell candidate for Ward Seven, is a clerk for Albert Wheeler & Co. Mr Stafford, allied with the Get There Club, leads his ticket and serves on military affairs and city hall hours committees. He started as a bobbin boy for Lawrence Manufacturing, rising to overseer, and belongs to Knights of Pythias and Lowell Council Royal Arcanum.
Fred FE Bean, a contractor and builder, announces his candidacy for the common council. His extensive practical knowledge of affairs and strong local popularity are noted after a large vote in the Ward Hight Republican caucus.
One of the city's great hustlers in business and politics is Ralph B Lyman Republican candidate for the Lowell common council in Ward Eight. He is a cigar dealer at 508 Middlesex Street and son of Edward Lyman. Lyman lives on Stevens Street and is married. He has past experience in newspapers with Campbell & Hanscom and belongs to the Ward Eight Republican Club and the Butler Veteran Firemen’s Association. He is regarded as one of the Highlands brightest young men and is expected to make his mark in the council.
Capt Anthony D Mitten candidate for the common council in Ward Bight is well known to voters. He joined the council a year ago, served until he led Company M of the Ninth Massachusetts in the Spanish war. He helped organize the company and has captained it for almost ten years, plus seven years on the republican city committee.
Henry Hatch running as Republican candidate for Ward Nine common council seat has no prior public office experience but is noted as a long time active Republican worker in his city area. He is described as experienced in business with a broad network of supporters.
The piece portrays Mr Markland as a valuable council figure who helped pass the Lundberg Street bridge resolution and served on the finance committee aiding taxpayers. It notes his Lowell origins, 246 year age, and early work at Lawrence Manufacturing before shifting to manufacturing studies and Lowell Mutual Fire Insurance Company.
Mr Whittet ranks among Belvidere’s most popular young men with cross party support. A committee on fire department member this year he aided Fourth of July efforts and pushed Lundberg Street bridge. Born in Tewksbury in 1868 he grew up in Lowell and worked at Jewett Swift rising to head bookkeeper before leaving last winter.
The Republican candidate for Ward Three school committee is Dr Olaf L Sweetsir a physician with a large practice who has shown strong interest in schools. He was nominated without opposition in the caucus and this marks his first run for office.
In Ward Five a dentist and republican activist Dr Edward A Lowe faces an uphill bid for the school committee. He resides on Church Street and has long worked for the party, though victory is not assured.
The Ward Six Republicans nominate Frank K. Stearns for another term on the school committee. Stearns has shown lively interest in schools and education, with two years of service deemed valuable. He runs Scripture's Laundry and is respected by business and social circles.
Willard Everett is returned for another year as a Highlands school committee member. As chairman of evening schools and member of the committees on teachers and salaries books and supplies and High School he chairs with care. He supports up-to-date methods while prudently managing city expenditures and has long served C. J. Hood & Co.
John McManus, the Republican candidate for Overseer of the Poor in Ward Five, is a familiar figure to Lowell voters and the local community. He is described as a seasoned public servant with a strong reputation.
The Lowell constable McManus is described as honest and capable by many influential residents. He has conducted business for prominent figures and is expected to win out in the forthcoming contest, reflecting a reputation for reliability and resolve.
Amos B. Leighton, a Leighton Brothers crockery and glassware dealer, runs as the Republican candidate for overseer of the poor in Ward Six. A noted hustler in politics, he scored a strong caucus showing and aims to repeat on election day.
Williams, born 1850 in Farmington Missouri, educated in Maine, moved to Lowell in 1873. He worked at Locks and Canals as an engineer before joining William E Livingston, where he has served over 20 years as a trusted manager. He now oversees the grist mill and grain trade for Livingston.
Mr Hunt nears the end of his first two year term as overseer of the poor with a highly creditable record. Born in Brunswick Maine in 1867 he has served White Brothers Co for about 15 years rising to superintendent of the works a role he has held for seven years. He and his wife and children reside in a copy home in Belvidere.
The Lawrence Street Independent club met at 4 and elected James Keefe president John Buttermore vice president Cornelius Keefe treasurer and John Mollahan secretary Remarks were made by several members and a second meeting was set for 7 tonight at the same place The club represents wards 4 5 and 9 A political rally is planned at Lincoln Club rooms tonight with leading Republican speakers in Lowell The Old Franklin club is reactivating and stirring Democratic city committee members feuds persist The campaign sees Republicans in line while Democrats admit Mayor Bennett has stabilized city affairs Amos B Leighton is expected to receive Republican endorsement Pearson faction tensions linger over Crowley nomination defeat The Pearson group remains loyal Democrats with memories of the past.
The annual election of officers for St John’s Total Abstinence society announced Spiritual director Rev John J Shaw as leader. John T Crowley became president with James O Connell as vice president and John Gray as clerk.
The mayor will suspend W. T. True the Superintendent of Public Buildings and has called a special meeting of both city council branches for tonight to back him. Mr True is not at city hall this morning. District Attorney Wier has been semi officially notified of the Murphy bill and the case may go before the grand jury. If police take over the matter the council investigation will be unnecessary.
Boston December 7 The Globe announces a symposium page featuring discussions by John Sherman Rev Dr Cuyler Rev Robert Collyer and other notable figures on how to grow old gracefully. The eight page supplement promises Christmas cooking from Dolly Hanecock and various features for men and women including fiction and song.
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