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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1902
Page
3
Acting Mayor Badger spent three weeks away from the city at Hartland New Brunswick with his wife’s relatives. Doctors advised rest after a nervous collapse but he now appears improved though plans to return to duty remain undecided. He says he will resume work at city hall within a few days once fully rested.
A three act musical comedy with a large, talented cast of singers, dancers, and pretty girls. Noted performances by Mayme Gehrge and Bubb Ross as comic specialties. Cold weather dampened attendance but the show delivered lively dancing and light, pleasing music. Also covered is Clyde Fitch and Charles Frohman presenting The Bird in the Cage at Lowell Opera House with Fitch directing rehearsals and Frohman supervising, plus upcoming dates for The Defender at the Opera House with the same cast from Boston’s Columbia Theatre.
The rural comedy drama features Miss Lillie May White as Jessie Johnson in Chicopee Maine, with a plot of a farm, a forged will, and a returning father resolving kin disputes. The company includes Ikey the Jew and Mike the Irishman with lively specialties and a Harvest Days sextette. The show promises natural acting and humor with original stage effects and a strong supporting company.
This unprecedented sale offers overcoats and boys suits at dramatically reduced prices. Shop now to stock up for future needs with items priced near five to eight dollars and several opportunities to save on larger sizes and sets.
Bargains abound as our business outgrows the current location. We must move out and clear stock by Christmas. Enjoy deep discounts on quality clothing during this sale as we make room for a bigger store.
Men’s overcoats offered at Christmas sale with correct styles and new goods. We must vacate our store and will sell remaining stock promptly at reduced prices. Limited quantities and sizes may apply.
Price list for men's suits and overcoats shows deep discounts with numerous figures like $25.00 $12.00 $15.00 and later. The text proclaims this as the best stock of overcoats in Lowell at less than wholesale prices.
A vintage sale notice lists items including suspenders and men's robes offered at reduced prices. References to boxes and mass pricing show bargains with marked reductions such as 42c and 89c, and values ranging from 50c to $1.00. The fragment hints at a general department store or catalog sale from a past era.
The Casto presents Uncle Phineas by Will M. Creasey this week with Alfred and Mrs Kelly delivering polished performances. The lovers’ quarrel and the dead body gag generate lively applause as Kelcy charms stock audiences and Critics praise the legitimate acting. Phrase is also highlighted in matinee daily showings.
The Pi Eta Klub held a Prescott hall social dance last night with about 75 couples attending. The 16 piece program included intermissions for refreshments by Evane, and guests from out of town included Miss Lyone, Miss M. Shay of Manchester New Hampshire, Miss Martin of Boston, and M. K. McNell of Brockton. Hibbard's orchestra provided dancing after an early concert program. Officers were Edward Montmarquet general manager Walter King floor director Alda Johnson M McIntyre Frank Buros and Eugene Queenan.
The first Trinitarian Church on Dutton street remains warm and open daily for worship and warmth due to a steam furnace from Mechanics’ hall. Weekly activities include Junior Endeavor, Boys’ Athletic Association, Knights of the Round Table, Bible study, an orchestra, socials, and choir rehearsals. The Lyrian mission at 4 Suffolk street is under church care, with broad welcome to all regardless of avown pes or race.
A G Pollard and Co advertises basement shoe department sales with deep discounts on children and misses sizes at 49c per pair, ladies sizes at 69c, and boys leather leggings 98c. Also featured are children's fancy Jersey leggings with brass buttons and three straps at 69c, normally $1.00 elsewhere.
Special Committee on the Massachusetts Mohair Plush mill investigation did not report and the matter was laid over indefinitely. The members judged the mill condition not to involve anthrax germs and believed fans and attachments were near optimal. An agent reported investigations near the mill regarding dust and potential escape into the street.
A letter discusses using pure olive oil Castile soap for cleansing hair and scalp, warning that many so called Castile soaps are inferior. It contrasts bleached and unbleached variants and notes a low lather in cold water, referencing Rhodes’ Hair Store and a 1902 correspondence.
The offices of illuminating gas found no leak in the pipe. Mr Knapp notified the board he had fumigated St Patrick’s school in Fenwick street as a preventive measure against diphtheria. The board adjourned at 5 o'clock.
Creditors of the Pickering Knitting company held a meeting in the old Erie rooms and decided to appoint a committee to investigate the matter. The committee will report at a meeting next Tuesday at the same time and place.
Rutland Vermont reports thirty two degrees below zero this morning. The extreme cold affects the region with widespread discomfort among residents and livestock, mirroring conditions felt across nearby areas.
Miss Etta M. Rutherford to speak at the regular mid week prayer and raise service this evening. All girls and women invited with strangers welcome. Noon prayer meeting at 12.15.
A business meeting is scheduled at 145 Merrimack Street on Thursday December 1. Attendees are invited to attend and participate in discussions and decisions.
About 150 couples attended the 30th anniversary and dance of Division 11, AOH, at Hibernian hall last night. Atwood's orchestra provided music while officers included General manager John Vv. Hendricks and Assistant general manager John F. Kinselin.
Secretary Blaine weighed key factors favoring a reciprocal fish trade with Newfoundland. He noted Newfoundland’s strategic position, France’s near-coast base, and American distance from European markets. He argued an agreement would reduce dependence on Canada and shift curing and shipping patterns to Europe and New England.
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