Kidney Drain Leads to Declaring Kidney Disease
A businessman retires to country life and dies of neglected kidney disease. The piece warns of slow poisoning from kidney failure, urges prompt treatment with Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery, and cites patient testimonials. It offers free urine analysis and private consultation with Dr. Pierce in Buffalo, with an emphasis on legitimacy and long-term cure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Pierce
Andrew J. Jennings
Thomas, Tucker Co
W. Va
Hayter
Pierce
Lucy Hayter
Jacksboro
Jack County
Texas
Bright
Doctor Pierce
Morgan Promotes Nicaraguan Canal Plan With $180 Million
Senator Morgan introduces a bill for a Nicaraguan canal project costing 180 million dollars. Immediate 5 million, with additional funds as needed, under a board of eight US citizens plus the secretary of war as president. A regiment may guard the belt and courts are authorized. The plan divides the work into three divisions with a chief engineer and assistants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Morgan
Congress
United States
Canal
Nicaragua
Costa Rica
Porto Rican Governor Nominees Confirmed by Senate
The Senate confirmed multiple nominations including William H. Hunt of Montana as Governor of Porto Rico and Charles Hartzell of Colorado as secretary. Others named were William A. Rodenberg to civil service commissioner, Francis Loomis as minister to Portugal, and Lloyd Griscom as minister to Persia. Also approved were secretaries of foreign legations Spencer F. Eddy and Chandler Hale, patent officials Edward Allen and Edward Moore, pension agent Selden Connor, and customs collectors H. F. MacKintosh and Herbert D. Pierce, with Third assistant secretary of state still to be named.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate
Wm. H. Hunt
Montana
Charles Hartzell
Colorado
Porto Rico
William A. Rodenberg
Illinois
Francis B. Loomis
Ohio
Portugal
Lloyd C. Griscom
Pennsylvania
Persia
Herbert W. Bower
New York
Venezuela
Spencer F. Eddy
Constantinople
Chandler Hale
Maine
Vienna
Austria
Frederick I. Allen Auburn
N. Y
Edward B. Moore
Grand Rapids
Mich
Selden Connor
Augusta
H. F. MacKintonsh
Newburyport
Mass
Herbert D. Pierce
Rabah Power Ended in West Africa
West Africa cable reports the final destruction of Rabah's power. Sultan Rabah died earlier in 1900, and his son Saden Salh resisted French forces. August actions by Spahis and native infantry killed Saden-Lath and many followers. Two days later Saden-Lath's brother and chiefs with 1500 men surrendered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
West Africa
Sultan Rabah
Saden Salh
Spahis
Saden-Lath
Death mask of McKinley brought to Washington
Buffalo sculptor E L A Pausch delivered the death mask of President McKinley to the White House. The mask, taken shortly after the President's demise, has not yet been shown publicly and is expected to be donated to the government and placed in the Smithsonian. It is described as a remarkably faithful likeness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
E. L. A. Pausch
White House
McKinley
Smithsonian Institution
Smallpox Quarantine Ordered at Ottawa University
Health officers visited Ottawa University in Ottawa Ont Monday and ordered quarantine after three smallpox cases emerged since Saturday. All patients were taken to Porter's Island while many students are from the United States and this city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ottawa W University
Ottawa
Porter’s Island
Ottawa University
United States
Representative Ryan Proposes Bill for Miss Stone Release
Washington December 10 Representative Ryan of New York introduced a bill authorizing the state department to spend whatever is necessary to secure the release of Miss Stone a missionary held by Turkish brigands. About 1500 bills and resolutions were introduced today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Ryan
New York
State Department
Miss Stone
Fire in Lick mine blanks hundreds from work
A fire swept through the big Lick coal mine between Lykens and Williamstown in Harrisburg district last night leaving several hundred workers unemployed. The Lykens Valley Coal company owns the mine and the fire is still burning at the latest reports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrisburg
Big Lick
Lykens
Williamstown
Lykens Valley Coal Company
Prohibition Candidate Unaware of Assembly Run in Nonresiding District
David Duran of New York ran for the Assembly in a district where he did not live. He did not know he was running, did not vote the prohibition ticket, and was unaware of where to file his election expenses at the county clerk's office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Duran
New York
Assembly
Democrats Sweep Boston Area as Republicans Lose Seats
Boston report shows Democrats winning most of 18 city elections in the state while Republicans carried 11 of 14 last week. In Worcester a Democrat mayor fell to a Republican challenger, Woburn shifted from no license to license, Chelsea swung to license, Newburyport voted against liquor sales, and Salem re elected Mayor Hurley by about 800. Cambridge results favored John H. McNamee, with late returns signaling a Democratic victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Massachusetts
Worcester
C Council
Woburn
Feeney
Chelsea
Newburyport
Salem
Hurley
Cambridge
John H. McNamee
Collins Wins Boston Mayoral Race By Large Plurality
General Patrick A. Collins Democrat won the Boston mayoral election over incumbent Thomas N. Hart by a substantial unofficial margin of 19 325. Democrats gained control of aldermen and common council, with strong showings for school committee and the street commissioner Salem D. Charles. Voter turnout exceeded 80 percent despite rain, and license supported by the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Dec
Patrick A. Collins
Hart
Common Council
Thomas N. Hart
Salem D. Charles
Gen. Collins
Confesses Murder in Haverhill Shooting
John D. Mutch, 44, a Haverhill man, shot James Oakes, 31, a cobbler, at Oak and Emerson streets in a jealous frenzy. Oakes died at Hale Hospital. Mutch turned himself in. Mrs. Mutch, the accused’s wife, testified as a key witness. Mutch pleaded not guilty and was held without bail for the January grand jury term. Mrs. Mutch remained in custody with $1000 bail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haverhill
John D. Mutch
James Oakes
Oak and
Emerson Streets
Oakes
Hale Hospital
Mutch
Oak Street
Pleasant
Fleet Street
Shannon
Nec
Mary Mutch
Memorial Bridge Bill Proposed for Potomac at Washington
Washington Dec 10 Senator Martin introduced a bill for a memorial bridge across the Potomac at Washington costing 5 million dollars. A Senate bill by Mr Clay provides for repeal of the bankruptcy law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Martin
Potomac River
Senate
Clay
Zinc and lead oil paint praised for finest mix
The combination of zinc with lead and oil is described as the toughest paint known though it requires very fine blending. The phrase de uce lead and zinc is noted as famous for fineness.
Waite Portrays Uncle Terry In Munn Novel at Opera House
James R. Waite starred in a dramatization of Charles Clark Munn's Uncle Terry at the Opera house last night. Marion Stanley played Terry with strong effect as the cast supported. the plot follows Silas, the Maine coast carrier and lighthouse keeper who adopts a baby after a shipwreck, seeking the child’s name and fortune. Rice's Evangeline arrives tonight and tomorrow with a 75 member company. The Middleman analyzed in London’s Shaftesbury run, Willard’s potter scenes praised. Willard to perform at Lowell Opera House on Dec 13 14 and matinee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James R. Waite
Opera
Charles Clark Munn
Uncle Terry
Southport
Maine
U. S
Lissy T
Boston
Lissy
Peterson
Terry
Edward E. Rice
Shaftesbury Theatre
London
Mr. Willard
England
Vaudeville bill features Rae and Brosche and top turns
The Savoy show highlights Rae and Brosche in Too Much Woman with strong supporting acts. Harry and Rhetta Deaves, Malloray brothers, Mazie Brooks, Miss Brooks on harp, Pierce and Egbert, Henri Baril with magic and fish bowl feat, Deving and Dale in comedy acrobatics, and Lottie West Symonds the Irish Countess deliver lively numbers and Irish wit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Savoy
Rae and
Brosche
Harry
Rhetta Deaves
Malloray Brothers
Mazie Brooks
Henri Baril
Baril
Deving and
Dale
Lottie West Symonds
Maggie Cline
Sculptor Partridge Wins $500 Verdict in Transit Suit
New Haven December 10 William Ordway Partridge the sculptor of New York was awarded $500 by Judge Shumaway in the superior court in a suit against the New York New Haven Hartford Railroad company The model of a statue of General Reynolds intended for Fairmount Park Philadelphia was damaged while in transit the sculptor had claimed $10,000 in damages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Haven, Conn
William Ordway Partridge
New York
Shumaway
Superior Court
New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad Company
Gen. Reynolds
Fairmount
Philadelphia
Molasses Kisses and assorted treats offered by Killpartrick Bros
Advertisers advised to note that the Courier carries their ads. The item list includes dates figs mixed nuts oranges lemons bananas and best confectionery. Fr John’s Medicine is endorsed by a local clientele who recommend it to others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Killpartrick Bros
Fr. John’s
Highland M E church fair opens at Odd Fellows Hall
Busy mart features a charming church fair at Odd Fellows temple on Middlesex Street for Highland M E Church. Opening night drew good crowds amid festive booths and a drama sketch Petticoat Perfidy. Tonight offers turkey supper and a new act Breaking the Ice by Miss A Livingston and Mr H A Newell. Tomorrow night showcases a fresh program with numerous committees listed coordinating arrangements, tables, candy, flowers, and entertainment from local residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Odd Fellows’ Temple
Middlesex Street
Highland M. E. Church
Ladies’ Symphony Orchestra
Annie E. Smiley
Georgia T. Story
Frank M. Short
H. J. Maguire
Clough
Lombard
Farrell
Locke
Short
Bixby
Fletcher
Stevens
Waugh
Dowling
Elks Make Merry at Lodge Entertainment Event
Lowell lodge of Elks hosted a social night at the Fiske building with talent for members running in the city election. Secretary Boucher read precinct returns, followed by a program including Apollo quartet, alderman-elect Burns, William Foster, and acts from the Opera House and Savoy. Attendees included Elks from other lodges and visiting brothers Ira Parker and S. M. McHenry. Organizers were Grady, Boucher, Healey, Harvey, McManmon, Gumb, H. M. Gumb, J. H. Collins, Joseph Hicks, and George Grady who oversaw refreshments.
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Lowell Lodge of Elks
Fiske Building
T. E. Boucher
Apollo Quartette
George E. Burns
William Foster
Opera House
Savoy
Ira Parker
Boston Lodge
S. M. McHenry
Toledo Lodge
W. S. Grady
Thomas E. Boucher
G. W. Healey
S. H. Harvey
J. J. McManmon
Richard Gumb
H. M. Gumb
J. H. Collins
Joseph Hicks
George Grady
Carpenters Union Elects Officers for Six Months
The Carpenters union elected William Davidson as president and Alexander Greig as vice president for the next six months. Other officers include Joseph Coram recording secretary Joseph Pion financial secretary Orrin Horton treasurer David Decelle conductor William Galvin and warden Henry Lendrey. A. J. Snell of Summer Hill New York reports relief from stomach pains after using Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy and notes he could attend a party. The remedy is sold by all druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carpenters’ Union
William Davidson
Alexander Greig
Joseph Coram
Joseph Pion
Orrin Horton
David Decelle
William Galvin
Henry Lendrey
A. J. Snell
Chamberlain
N. Y
No Reason For Back Ailments With Doan’s Pills Claim
Lowell citizen J D Ellis of 53 John Street extols Doan’s Kidney Pills for backache and kidney symptoms. He says users find relief and urges residents to buy from Milingwood & Go drug store. Price 50 cents. FosterMilburn Co. Buffalo NY sole agents. Remember the name Dean’s and take no other. Carter & Sherburne also sell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lowell
J. D. Ellis
John Street
Doan
Milingwood & Go’s
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo, N. Y
U. S
Dean’s
They Crush the Powers
Mid October scene warns of coming fog frost and snow recalling the cruel winter of 1900 01. The piece laments illnesses from cold weather and promotes Benson's Porous Plasters as soothing and healing, claiming they conquer the complaints. Potential historical ad tone with vivid seasonal imagery and persuasive health claim.
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Ayl
Benson
Benson's Plaster Advertises Grim Health Claims
A vintage advertisement touts Benson's Plasters as a universal remedy for coughs colds backache rheumatism lymphage kidney and liver troubles and asthma influenza claiming superiority over all other plasters. The copy urges buyers to ensure genuineness and offers prepaid postage on orders from Seabury Johnson in New York, priced 25 cents each.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Seabury & Johnson
Mfr. Chemists
N.Y
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Prome
Isthmian Canal
William H. Hunt
RABAH
Death Mask
President McKinsey
Citra
Collins Buries
Collins
Gen
Merchants’ Association
James Donovan
Democratic City Committee
Josiah Quince
Ovy Crane
Donovan
Josiah Quincy
Nathan Matthews, Jr
Farr
Rufus P. Tapley
Frs
Quincbarg
Conn
Carlsbad
Carlsbad Sprudel
Eisner & Mendelson CO
Sele Agents
Savoy Theatre
The
Courier
Busy Mart
Highland Methodist
Odd Fellows Hall
Eva Lombard
Washburn
Colby
Jameson
Ethel Wilder
A. L. Gray
Grant
Morse
McKenzie
Mrs. Carroll
Florence MacMaster
Edith Harrison
Grace
Mercy Brown
Ethel Ripley
Catherine Carter
Lillian Wood
Ella Fletcher
Sallie Burgess
Allison Clark
Lila Clark
Mabel Hunt
Grace Gordon
Arthur Armistead
Mabel Lathrop
Grace I. Farrell
Messrs
Maguire and Gray
L. S. Wood
Hill
Hunt
Harrison
Damon
Adams
Noyes
Jones
Wood
Thomas
Alice Morse
Edith McDonald
Mabel Coombs
A. H. Bix
Frank S. Adams
Wotton
Carpenters Elections
Castoria
Astoria
Carter & Sherburne
Supolio
Sapolio
Parker
C.H. Chadwick
F. L. Maddocks
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