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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1899
Page
7
The Herald notes continued firmness in cotton goods with prices higher across most categories. Mills report orders booked far ahead, with forward delivery only at definite prices and dates. Woolen goods also rise as mills raise wages and jobbers push for fixed shipments, while yarns stay tight and demand remains strong.
The Oregon Governor praised Peruna in a May 9 letter to Dr. Hartman, stating it helped his family’s colds and supported by his claim that catarrh begins from a cold. The message urged households to keep Peruna for coughs and winter illnesses and invited readers to obtain Dr. Hartman’s free book Winter Catarrh.
Lines of cashmeres and serges stay firm with prices advanced or about to rise. Foreign dress goods remain high, wool supplies tight, and wool market signals hint at further gains. Demand for woolen and worsted yarns is tremendous, supporting knitwear and dress fabrics. Serge yarns show expansion. yarn demand for knit goods remains liberal with firm quotations. Recent gains in linens and related goods are sustained as foreign manufacturers push for higher prices.
Beautiful mornings spark a busy shopping week as residents head to stores to browse and buy. Bookseller Mr Lawler invites all to visit his Lowell shop for a wide Christmas selection and low prices. Special orders for Christmas books are welcome at the same low prices.
In Police Court Hadley Judge J George F McGuire postponed assault case for another week as 11 drunks were disposed of and liquor cases continued. Charles J McKenna faced larceny charges with 8 months in jail while Joseph H Conlon was tied to a Robbery case with $500 to the superior court. Albert Welch was fined $10 for assault. The Mathew Temperance Institute membership contest ended with 268 new members across teams. John Gallivan led with 118, Thomas Lonergan 106, and Frank Riley 62. An anniversary banquet is planned for Jan 2 at Prescott hall and a sub-committee will list candidates for office. Selon W Stevens will speak next Tuesday night.
The day yielded major shifts including Salem and Lowell’s switch to license, Cambridge reelecting Mayor Champlin, and Thomas Norton Hart defeating Patrick Collins in Boston by 40 678 to 38 594. Voters rejected Tremont and Boylston street track replacements by 26 409, backed eight hour city labor law by 46 817, and endorsed license measures. The Boston aldermanic board stands eight Democrats and five Republicans. council 33 Republicans, 41 Democrats, one independent. school committee shows mixed endorsements among Democrats and Republicans.
By J E Conant Co the heirs announce an absolute auction of the Ann M Kittredge estate at three pm on December 14 1899 to the highest bidder. The property at First Street Central is a 9 room two and a half story house with shed and cellar on a 4354 square foot lot frontier by a river. It is described as in fair repair and much improved, with a desirably located investable parcel. A $300 deposit is required when struck off. Executors Mercy S Russell Cyrus W Russell and Chas H Conant attorney.
The report outlines multiple local race outcomes across Massachusetts cities. It notes gains for incumbents like Bev ery and Cambridge mayors, shifts toward license or no license positions, and elections in Everett Holyoke Medford Melrose Newton Newburyport Somerville Salem and Worcester, with party endorsements and notable vote margins for several candidates.
Boston mining stocks surged this morning with notable gains across several issues. Tamarack up 2 to 185 led, Parrott and Isle Royale also higher, while Some names like Butte and Montana Coal remained weak. Sugar rose to 187 from 134, and Mt St Ry moved to 175% after earlier 177. United States Oil directors planned partial stock payments, Am Steel and Wire declared 1.5% dividend, Amalgamated Copper eyed 1% plus extra. John D Rockefeller Jr flagged as profitable in Leather trades.
New York December 12 The directors of the Federal Steel company declared a 3 percent dividend on the preferred stock payable January 20. President Cary stated directors expect to declare a dividend on the common stock after January 1 as permitted by law and stock exchange rules, at 5 percent per annum beginning in the second quarter of 1899.
In Houston Me a child uses mouse tails as payment for a cent each. Daily returns of two or four tails yielded coins she invested in a pencil and candy. The father finally burned the tails to stop the ruse, exposing the clever trick of reuse.
The article traces Christmas trees from 1623 usage to modern worldwide custom, noting France’s 1840 adoption and Prince Albert’s influence in England. It cites the Queen’s holiday practice, the spread of gifting trees, and contrasts with the older “Tree of Candies.” It discusses symbolic candles, the Christ child, and German roots of the tree as a symbol of renewed nature with Christianity’s spread.
Farm accident risks highlighted with frequent cuts bruises and sprains. Dr Thormas Electric Oil advertised as relief for pain and aches urging safe use and readiness.
Eleven fine suits from a manufacturer’s samples offered today or until sold. Colors include blue brown and black with sizes mostly 34 and 36. Prices range from 40 to 45 dollars per suit, buyer may choose from the lot.
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