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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1899
Page
3
The passage reflects playful civic commentary on a Democratic aldermanic ticket led by Oliver Twist. It mentions license advocates, a large turnover, and references to Boston Lowell backing Tom and Jerry. The piece whimsically suggests Admiral Dewey might dislike a black bear gift and proposes a sea lion as a fitting gesture, ending with Santa Claus entering.
A strange claim notes about 320000 sorts of living creatures on the globe not counting the wicked flee. The remark highlights a vast and varied natural world with a playful nod to a familiar pest.
A Merrimack River association missionary conference convened at First Baptist Church led by Rev Bowley Green with devotionals by Rev Asa Reed Dilts. Dr John McLaurin of India was ill and did not speak. Mrs A J Gordon urged revived foreign mission interest and Rev F P Haggard stressed mission work as the church’s business. A special session for prayer and consultation followed until noon recess.
London reports from Modder River on December 13 describe heavy fighting from dawn to noon with cannon, rifles, and maxims. Methuen confirms severe losses, 12,000 facing him, and says Wauchope was killed. Boers held positions. 41 British prisoners taken. British casualties described as very heavy.
A man named Dorsey discovered Michael Horne dead in an alley behind Conant's stable near Church and Tyler streets. Horne, 62 Middlesex Street lodging house resident, appeared to die of heart failure with no obvious marks. He lived in seclusion, had no known relatives, and had last been seen Monday afternoon. The body was taken to be buried after Dr. J W Meigs examined him in the absence of the medical examiner.
The Citizen reports record demand as Lowell residents seek full election coverage. A newspaper car setback caused a temporary shortage, prompting extra editions from Boston and reprints to meet the crowd. Measures will be taken to prevent future shortages.
The directors of American Steel and Wire company in New York announce a 1 percent quarterly dividend on preferred stock payable January 2.
A sentimental question prompts Senator Sorghum to call an election the most touching incident he witnessed. The Washington Star quote reflects a sharp jab at the dullness of political discourse.
Putnam defeated by a narrow margin of 150 votes. Barnard tops a dry purchasing office bid. Republicans elect eight aldermen and 18 councilmen. Eight hour day favored by a large majority.
News from the day after the election shows chatter about possible appointments by Mayor Crowley and changes on city boards. Talks mention license commissioner and board of health shifts, with Mulligan departing and O Conner named as a potential Democratic chair. The eight hour law takes effect as canvassing closes.
Lowell elects Jeremiah Crowley as mayor as eight Republicans and one Democrat win aldermanic seats. Democrats gain one school board seat while Republicans regain a council seat. License measure passes with a large margin, and the eight hour law gains broad support. Detailed returns show Libby as pivotal with independents influencing votes.
An advertisement urges preventing serious diseases by treating small illnesses with Hood's Sarsaparilla. It cites a buyer, Fred V. Hiarloch of South Kent, Ct, claiming the remedy cured dizzy spells and numbness. It warns not to take substitutes.
Bets on the mayoral election drew a busy crowd as thousands of dollars changed hands. A Courier reporter saw a man who had placed nearly $1.0. he said the money was not his, yet Republicans who own the funds felt the sting. The total amount wagered was hard to gauge, but open betting suggested about $15,000 changing hands.
In J Cambridge on December 13 probate actions were noted. Wills presented for probate include J H Hall Cambridge Helen McDonald Malden Mary Dunn Cambridge D L Furber Newton Manuel de A Reis Cambridge Eliza Richardson Winchester J H Blais dell Cambridge Maria Barss Watertown Bridget McMahon Newton Emily Vaughan Cambridge Sarah Johnson Burlington EB D Fletcher Lowell Maurice Dally Lowell. Administrations granted include Fiosade Bush Cambridge Charlotte Todd Somerville Eliza Faton Cambridge Mary McGovern Cambridge W B Gardiner Cambridge F C Manchester Winchester Daniel Barrett Everett Eliza Cole Acton B A Emerson North Reading Edward Coughlin Concord Margaret Holton Cambridge DP Co Lowell Groton W A Galbraith Cambridge N K Putnam Newton I A W Fountain Newton Victorine Robert Somerville May Connolly Waltham Clara Hussey Somerville G H Lloyd Somerville Patrick Mullin Somerville.
Burbank and Courtney will open a shoe store at 110 and 212 Merrimack Street on Saturday at 2 PM. The two young men have long served the public as clerks for leading local shoe firms and come with many friends. Signs point to a successful venture.
Firefighters respond to box 185 alarm for a barn fire at Tyler Park. Damage described as slight with no injuries reported. Authorities say the cause is under investigation and units cleared the scene after containment.
Miss Helen Kingsbury and John A Thompson wed last night at the home of the bride's parents 1087 Bridge Street. Rev H W Millington officiated with Episcopal rites. Guests included Fred S Kingsbury, Percy F Singsbury, Edmund Fiske, Louis Harlow. They will reside at 1087 Bridge Street after a wedding trip. No cards.
Funerals were held for Ann McEnroe from 25 Chestnut street with mass at Immaculate Conception Church and burial in Catholic cemetery under Peter Davey. Mary I. Conner from 293 Fayette street and Sadie Walker from 58 Crosby street were also laid to rest in Catholic or Lawrence cemeteries. Nellie Hale widow of Benjamin F. Hale had services at Edson cemetery chapel with Rev. Fisher officiating and bearers named. Edith L. Mulro, 26, wife of Walter Mulro, had services at Talbot Memorial chapel in Lowell cemetery. Jacob Spaulding, 90, died in Chelmsford. funeral at family home followed by services Thursday.
Joseph A. Coram has recovered enough to take a daily drive behind his new high stepper. William Hanson joins the Holyoke Transcript advertising department. Friends honor Louisa P. Batehelder on her 80th birthday in Robinson Street with Marcella Greenwood organizing. Private Noil Cosete of the Seventh U.S. Artillery is in town on a 20 day furlough from Washington. Rev. John B. Chidwick of the U.S. Navy is ordered to Havana to preside over Maine sailors’ disinterment and removal of remains to the United States.
Bosea born to Mr and Mrs Joseph Bosea at 46 Bartlett street a son. Sabina M Gallagher aged 83 at City hospital passed away with funeral to be held Thursday afternoon at the home of Mrs Stephen Hessian 9 Whiting street. Yonkers Statesman cartoon caption quotes a child and mother dialogue.
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