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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1902
Page
5
Rev William GC Curtis lectures on Aboriginal Indian Basketry at the Colonial hall on Thursday December 11. He presents over one hundred baskets drawn from Pacific coast Indian collections in illustrated form.
The growing interest in raffia and basketry among women spans Pratt Institute and Teachers College, with lectures by Rev. W G Curtis at Colonial hall. He showcases Indian baskets from The Dalles, Alaska, and New Mexico, highlighting cultural meaning and artistry, while classes at the People's club teach reed and raffia work, aided by George Wharton James. The craft uses reeds imported from Germany and Madagascar grown rattan, translating waste into valued art and practical skill.
Boston reports 18,569,163 dollars income for foreign missions and 29,081 stations with 3,208,447 adherents. Additions exceed 90,000 last year as native laborers rise by 8,500 and communicants by 160,000 amid surge in India and Bombay presidency Christian populations.
The Middlesex Women's Club held a departmental meeting in Middlesex hall directed by History committee chair Mrs Avery B Clark. Mr A L Bacheller read on Early History of Lowell to eager members and tea service was provided by hospitality committee members Mrs Plunkett and Mrs McGannon.
Mr and Mrs Henry Mary Upham sailed from Boston on the steamship New England to spend the winter in Southern Europe for Mrs Upham s health. Grace LeBaron Upham is active in D A R circles and holds honorary memberships in multiple chapters. she is a Lowell native noted for literary ability and advocacy for the D A R.
The Ladies' Aid society of Low ell General hospital meets this Tuesday afternoon at 2 30 at the home of Mrs C H Stowell 99 Fairmount street.
A large gathering from Boston and neighboring cities attended a meeting in Monument Hall, Charlestown, to plan proper reception for Col. Blake of the Irish brigade in the Boer army, and for Gen. Viljoen and Commandant Malan, with ties to the war that challenged England and inspired hope in weaker nations.
In Hoboken on the North German Lloyd dock project a scaffold failed causing seven injuries and two deaths. Victims include Leonard Lechner and James Carr who are not expected to recover.
The conference of presidents will meet at the Vendome Boston on Thursday December 11 at 2 30 pm. The discussion covers what the club owes to the federation and what the federation can do for the club. Tea will be served after. Presidents absent may appoint a substitute to report back to their club. By order of the president May Alden Ward.
A reader asks for a practical technique to remove rust from a new kettle so water boiled in it will be fit for use. Submit suggestions through the Woman's Page at the Cour ier-Citizen.
A vintage guide details versatile sandwich ideas using rye bread with cheese and nuts, olive mayonnaise spreads, banana with mayonnaise on thin bread, and a gingerbread bite with Neufchatel. It describes hot toastable sandwiches with cream cheese, salt, paprika, and egg wash, suited for luncheons or informal gatherings.
A 10 year old girl’s coat in er mine cloth appears charming and warm with minimal trimming. Red dominates current style including red leather writing outfits and red accents on collars and stockings. Gilt and silver purses, velvet hat elements, and photo frames in red leather appear in new imports and decorative schemes.
A short verse about every household having a little ruler in the form of a baby who governs with cries and sleep, and a mother or widow keeping vigil. The speaker imagines if one would approach the sleeping child how the parent would react and silent or ward off intruders with gentle admonition.
The New York Tribune recommends nuts for nourishing school lunches, with English walnuts praised as most nourishing. Walnuts keep well. to soften dry shells boil briefly. Mix with figs or dates, or eggs or meats, and cream one roll of Neufchatel cheese to create the queen of all nut sandwiches.
The U S government will take over completion of the New Forge shop at the Charlestown navy yard, citing immediate need for the equipment department. Civil Engineer Holliday notes the same material suppliers may finish the work, with a 10 percent reserve retained and any unused funds returned to Coburn and company’s assignee.
Danvers Savings Bank released a statement to depositors asserting strong financial health after recent defalcations by former treasurer Albion B. Welch. The bank notes it has $102,153.73 set aside for losses and $29,103.68 for a dividend, with expectations of payment near April and no depositor anxiety.
London debate in the House of Lords centers on Sir Lorace Rumbold lead to new rule in the Foreign Office. Lord Lansdowne criticizes the former ambassador file for indiscretion and notes publication prompted stricter permission requirements for diplomats to publish memoirs or experiences from postings.
An inquest in Gloucester to determine the exact death of Kathryne Pearl Ri. was held before Judge York with City Marshall Coffin and Solicitor Burke present. Allan V. Fowa, a board student arrested as an accessory before the fact in an altered criminal operation, was represented by counsel Michael J. McNerney. Witnesses included Arthur H. Stetson and doctors Quimby Garhi Moore and Morrow.
Practical suggestions about what to eat and how to prepare food drawn from chemistry as applied to cooking. Conducted by Lida Ames Willis in Chicago with practical information from experience. All rights reserved by Banning Co., Chicago.
Extensive discussion on macaroni origins varieties and quality stressing German Chinese origins Italian adoption and American production. Advises on gluten content dust free drying in factories and proper cooking methods with cheese milk and tomato pairings plus several baked and layered dishes. Includes safety and sanitation notes and practical kitchen steps.
A reader shares a maple liver cake method with creaming butter and sugar, alternating sour milk and flour, beating egg whites to stiff peaks, and folding into batter. Also included are a simple orange grape salad technique and a separate note requesting a rye bread recipe and a chocolate glaze method for cake.
Ad claims a kidney cure service offered by F C Goodale and EB Carter. It asserts a cure is possible if treatment is sought promptly and implies a medical remedy. The fragmentary notice provides no verifiable details or location.
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