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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1899
Page
8
Cited data lists daily sunrise and sunset, moonset, day length, and clock times for the week with numeric readings and an a.m. derivative. Specific values include sunrise around 7.04 and moonset near 2.20 a.m. with day length near 9.08 hours.
Yesterday proved exceptionally hot with a threatening humid night. This morning dull with sunshine breaking through, a fierce forenoon wind raised dust and made conditions disagreeable. conditions for Boston and Massachusetts forecast fair with possible rain or snow tomorrow and much colder temperatures.
The Immanuel Baptist church on Blossom street hosts a farewell reception to Rev and Mrs T S Sayer on Thursday evening. A Christmas fair with goods and supper runs Tuesday and Wednesday December 12th and 13th at the First Tri- g Congregational church.
A boy skating on the Concord river near Wigginville broke through thin ice, swam to shore, and was rescued by passers-by. The incident occurred about 20 feet from where Patrick Gookin nearly drowned the previous day. The boy's home is Lizette.
A Tuesday morning recital by the Women's club music committee showcases educational value of studying a great master's work. Mozart pieces performed include a Minuet, Slumber Song, Violet in German, Fantasia in C minor, La ci darem from Don Giovanni, and the Fifth Sonata in F. Two pianos enable eight hand pieces. club members show growing interest, promising a permanent place in club activities. Also small classified adverts offer low winter rents for various dwellings and a Tit Bits quip closes the page.
Walter S. Perry of Pratt Institute led the Middlesex Women's Club lecture at Colonial hall reviewing French artists from Corot to Puvis de Chavannes. He highlighted nature study at Fountainbleau, Millet’s humane truth, and the rise of Impressionists, ending with a preview of Flemish and Dutch painting.
The Merrimack Social Athletic club held a lively show at Urban hall last night with a young mix of performers. Singers included John Kane Henry Rourke James Mulvey John Nicholson James Carlatan William Kane Henry Driscoll George Fialpin George Riley and James Lyons. John Morrison performed a dance and Lernard Siem ing demonstrated bag punching. Austin Callery played his phono graph. Wrestling pitted Billy Mochum versus John Morris and Fred Maguire versus John Plunkett in sparring. James H Fleming served as master of ceremonies.
Firefighters led by George C. Moore responded to a blaze at the Boston and Maine depot in North Chelmsford at 12 15 am. The roof burned and was extinguished quickly with water damage to the ticket office and contents. Night operator Monegan was on duty. officials suspect a locomotive spark started the fire.
The Theodore Ed son Orphanage managers thank donors for November gifts including cotton drilling from Wm. N. B. Kerr Canton fallnel from Mr. W. S. Southworth hard wood from Daniel Gage volunteers had the hall and committee room painted kalfemined Henry M. Thompson provided Thanksgiving dinner and Miss Margaret Chase donated bananas.
A social dance at Elvin's Academy in Dutton Street last night drew about 50 couples. Officers on duty included General manager P. H. Farrell and assistant manager J. L. Rumney with floor director J. A. Farrell. A ticket sale contest awarded a valuable ring to Miss Delia Murray.
Senator elect Hanson lauds the present ticket and urges voting for a strong administration. James Ramsay backs the eight hour movement and recalls Putnam’s influence on labor rights. He praises past support for mercantile workers and city employees while criticizing Jeremiah Crowley for a controversial asphalt contract.
Misunderstanding within ward nine Republicans sparks a campaign to defeat councilmanic candidate Daniel N. Pickering, who topped the caucus vote. Rival factions blame him for a late entered ticket. hard feelings rise as voters are urged to back a Democratic nominee. The source notes those responsible for the ticket placement.
John H. Howarth goes on record denying Mr. Pickering's involvement with the second city committee ticket. He states Pickering fought his own councilnomination campaign without favoring either side and that Howarth bore responsibility for the outside ticket, while insisting Pickering was impartial and uninvolved.
A turkey supper last night at Mrs. R. D. Holbrook's in town street honored Hon. George E. Putnam with about three hundred attendees. Putnam thanked guests, ex Representative Ryan of Boston endorsed his candidacy, and Emma Moody presented roses and lilies of the valley. The evening featured music, songs, and a cake walk by James Lee and Nellie Roche.
At a regular meeting of the Spanish War Veterans last evening the candidacy of Lieut. McNulty was enthusiastically endorsed. About 100 members, all good young hustlers, joined by friends, plan to help roll up a big vote for the alderman and ensure their comrade's gains at the polls.
Fraternal news from Lowell details a gala night for Lowell council No. 8 with Supreme officers of the Royal Arcanum and a reception at Odd Fellows hall. It notes appointments, tickets, and other lodge activities, plus a medical testimonial and upcoming events.
The West and North Chelmsford debating societies plan a joint debate on December 16 on the motion that military tactics should be taught in public schools and that all citizens serve in the army. Affirmative speakers Naylor and Mallilieu vs negative Farrar and Taylor, with songs, recitations, and essays to accompany the program.
At the last grange meeting officers for the coming year were elected by ballot and majority. Installations will occur at the first January meeting. December 21 will feature Authors night with readings from noted authorities and debates on direct senatorial elections.
A Saturday forenoon fire near the chimney at a two tenement house in Grass Hopper valley, North Chelmsford, caused little damage. Residents include Twohey, a weaver, and Patrick Kearns from Moore's mills. Water supply for fires urged to improve with taxes. Town hall minstrel event set for Dec 13–14. article corrects Telegram's North Chelmsford postmaster report and clarifies signatures supported John S. Hall.
A police case notes that officers face cold and flu like others. John Freeman testifies Father John's Medicine quickens relief and strength, saying it cured his persistent cough. The Carleton & Hovey drugstore at 296 Merrimack Street has sold the remedy for fifty years and guarantees results or money back.
A three month confinement of a carriage in stable atmosphere risks gas buildup and moth damage to fittings and varnish, potentially leaving the Sawyer Carriage Company with a repair workload come spring.
A terse ad touts moth proof and rust proof storage at a trifling expense compared with carriage decay in a stable. It promises gas proof protection and free locating and delivering, with a telephone contact.
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