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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1903
Page
8
A Ossining New York man describes chronic catarrh relief after using Peruna. The letter outlines a regimen of a tablespoonful between meals and at bedtime for thirty days, then writing to Dr. Hartman for guidance. Endorsements cite medical authority and a free 1904 Peruna Almanac offer.
Chicago scholars urge reform by altering lighting to curb vice and moral decline in red light districts. Dr Walter Dill Scott cites France's red glare experiment, while Lakewood tourism notes golf and outdoor sports drawing busy professionals to the suburb for winter play and eventual relocation.
The article argues leisure and diversion are essential for the world’s top workers. It contrasts intense, endless planning with the need to break routine daily. It notes modern leaders allot play hours to avoid mental fatigue and maintain sharp judgment. Lakewood is mentioned in context of varied opportunities.
Chicago on December 9 1900 authorities report Mayor Harrison has invoked a 1899 statute to stop managers of a Clark Street museum from displaying relics tied to the capture of the Indiana car barn murderers. The mayor cites compliance and protests as reasons for the order.
In Brockton and Haverhill the Socialists were defeated for mayor in decisive margins as Republicans gained ground in Massachusetts cities. Lowell and Woburn shifted license votes, Worcester narrowed license margins, and Salem moved to no license. Holyoke re elected Mayor Chapin as Democrats gained aldermen. Brockton results showed Republicans victorious with Keith beating Coulter and broader GOP gains in councils.
Lawrence voters elected Cornelius F. Lynch mayor by a 1713 plurality over Rep. Henry B. Lane as Democrats swept 12 of 18 city council seats and five of six aldermen. Lynch tallied 5722 votes to Lane 4009 and William J. Lynch 3800. Hannigan chosen street commissioner 813. License vote showed Yes 5995 and No 38376.
In Haverhill, Rosewell L. Wood won the mayoralty by 372 over Parkman H. Flanders as Republicans sweep all but one office. In the council, 12 Republicans and two Democrats prevail, marking eight years without a Socialist member. Chicopee elected Democrat Charles A. Buckley mayor over Republican James H. Loomis 1413 to 1112 amid a license vote of Yes 1479 No 892 and a strong license-leaning campaign.
Springfield voters chose Everett E. Stone over Democrat John A. Loring by 3903 to 1998. Citizens approved liquor licensing 8914 to 2178, reversing last year’s Yes 5414 No 2067. The board of aldermen remains entirely Republican.
Gloucester reports the most spirited municipal race with James E. Tolman winning with 2088 votes against W. W. French 1785 and George E. Merchant 498. License vote 2360 yes 1617 no. Worcester also records Walter H. Blodget’s mayoral win over David F. O’Connell, with 16 Republicans and 8 Democrats in the council.
John P. Feeney, Democratic candidate, wins a fifth mayoral term with 1495 votes in Woburn. Opponents Samuel W. Meachum 13938 and Peter Neilsen 24 trail. City shifts from license to no license by 1823 to 1628, reflecting a Democratic stronghold with celebrations later.
Melrose voters re-elected Mayor Sidney H. Buttrick a Republican, with no opposition. Republicans also captured three of four at large aldermen and all ward aldermen. License vote tallies were Yes 355, No 1371, versus last year Yes 341, No 1202. Everett edition notes continue on page four.
A union service will be held at 7 30 PM at the Unitarian church with a speaker from the Anti Saloon League of Boston. Also notes on local health improvements and visitors, plus a nudge to give the Lowell Weekly Journal 1904 as a Christmas gift for a former resident.
Jacob Hassinger longtime owner of the German Gazette and head of the German Savings Bank and Trust and the German Insurance Co of New Orleans died Tuesday night at age 75. Mrs. Ignacio Mariscal formerly Laura Smith of Washington D C and wife of Mexico’s secretary of state died from cancer.
Mrs Isabella OBrien of 36 Davidson street reports long exhaustion and back pain relieved by Dean's Kidney Pills from Ellingwood Co drug store. She credits renewed energy to the remedy and recommends it to others. Sold by all dealers at 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents. Remember the name Doans.
Aldermen met in regular session discussing a joint order to regulate street car speed. Superintendent Thomas Lees urged limiting speeds to eight miles within half a mile of Merrimack square, then 12 to 15 mph beyond. The measure was laid on the table to next meeting. Several sewer items were approved or referred, and $88,000 for schools authorized. Meeting adjourned at 8 55.
Chicago reports John Osuchowski shot and killed by police as a suspected strike breaker amid a picket clash with union members. He leaves a widow and eight children. In his pockets were a $1000 certificate of deposit, $60 in cash, and a gold watch. In New York, Harry C. Pulliam was reelected president of baseball clubs and the league renamed to National League of Professional Baseball Clubs. The Pittsburg club won the pennant.
The viceroy Lord Curzon arrived in Karachi after a three week absence. Observers and leading papers praise the tour's outcome, predicting a substantial strengthening of British position in a region vital to India’s security.
Special excursion offered by Central Vermont and Grand Trunk railways to Montreal St Hyacinthe Quebec and Sherbrooke with return by January 25th Tickets priced Montreal 10 St Hyacinthe 10 Quebec 12 Sherbrooke 8.55 travel dates December 28 29 30 31 Agent Thomas Wynne 360 Washington Boston authority for further information plus a humorous interlude from the Chicago Tribune about an insane bureau
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