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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1905
Page
6
A satirical, fragmented column from the Lowell Daily Courier on December 13 1905 critiquing local and national politics. It lampoons Frothingham and Dewey and comments on Boston civic shifts, school board reform, and mayoral prospects. It also touches on crime executions, Christmas safety, and various public figures including James B Casey Julian Hawthorne Edward Atkinson and Alfred Beveridge era topics.
A debate arises over delegating rate making to a commission with Senator Foraker leading railroads against the president's plan. The article questions constitutionality, noting Congress has interstate commerce power but may not directly supervise every detail, and asks where limits to delegation would lie.
The editorial analyzes Mayor Casey’s re election with a similar margin to last year, noting Republican ward disaffection and the rise of Farnham and Hill’s influence. It warns Casey to govern for the public, not factional gain, and predicts how his next term will test his leadership and integrity. The piece also reports on school board wins, Huntington Hall rebuilding support, and license and council outcomes shaping a still Republican dominated city administration.
A note from the event page indicates strong appeal for tonight’s Bachelor dance. Organizers assure attendees of an enjoyable evening with music and social activities for all invited guests.
Add one pint boiling water to the package and cool for a delicious jelly dessert. Contains everything needed and outperforms gelatine. Five flavors Raspberry Lemon Strawberry Cherry Orange allow endless fruit combinations with fresh or canned additions. Attractive table decorations with mixed flavors. Available at grocers for 10 cents.
The piece reflects on local politics and personalities as Lowell votes yes, Cambridge debates partisanship, and Farnham and Huntington hall rebuilds spark sentiment. It notes Dewey’s political injury, a mayoral tribute to Casey, and Meriwether’s light confinement, questioning the court of inquiry’s verdict.
Secretary Bonaparte writes to Midshipman Meriwether at Annapolis detailing the conviction for insulting and a fist fight with a fellow midshipman. The letter stresses gravity, notes that the court’s sentence remains, and requires acknowledgment to be entered on his official record.
Boston reports a summary by Rev. Dr. E E Strong showing 6003 male and 164 female missionaries, 65 286 native laborers, and 1 325 385 communicants across 20 641 stations. Total society income 15 151 368 with US share 5 060 701. Strong notes unmet Turkish promises granting equal privileges to American institutions and says the US will pressure for fulfillment.
A Salem dispatch reports Governor Chamberlain will appoint United States Senator to succeed the late John H. Mitchell and is expected to name John M. Gearin of Portland. The choice appears certain barring an unforeseen delay within 12 hours. Gearin would become Oregon's first Democratic senator since 1878.
A letter discusses whether an elderly man who split his vote is truly an independent voter or an independent simply due to his voting independence. The exchange questions party alignment and implications for the record in the election context.
The piece notes about 25,000 ex changed hands in bets on the mayoral race, with amounts from five to five hundred dollars and notable wins and losses among sporting men and liquor-house owners. It also describes smoking at polling places, pay for precinct officers, and a first time female voter's reflections on polling procedures and booth layouts.
In a vivid voting scene the narrator recalls finding the ballot box and queuing with a friend to cast ballots. A helpful stranger guides the process as the speaker and companion each submit their votes one by one. The narrator affirms voting for Andrew G Swapp.
In Winnipeg on December 13 Thomas Sharpe won a landslide by about 1200 over John Arbuthnot, delivering the largest municipal vote in the city’s history. The social evil issue dominated the campaign with Sharpe opposing segregation, backed by the ministerial association and municipal league.
Barrington R. L. reports on December 13 a passenger train on the Providence Fall River line of the New York New Haven and Hartford railroad jumped a switch and struck a loaded freight car, injuring John Donovan the motorman. Forward car carried many passengers and smashed into a post near the water edge likely averting a plunge into the river.
Frederick A. Wing, assayer in charge of the Seattle assay office, resigned to Director Roberts as part of the inquiry into Cashier George Er Adams peculations. Wing says he planned to leave after a prior arrangement with Senator Piles but delayed until Adams matter is resolved. He hopes new management will restore confidence.
New York December meeting of the Bar Association decided not to act on District Attorney Jerome until specific charges are brought. A proposed resolution to act on the district attorney’s charges failed. A separate measure passed bars candidates for judicial office from paying assessments or contributing to campaign expenses.
Our enlarged store offers ample space and a broader selection with a newly expanded Art Department. New framed pictures, both artistic and affordable, are showcased in generous quantities, while for higher budgets we offer custom framing on special orders featuring valuable pieces.
New York December 12 The Herald reports William E Corey will not resign as president of United States Steel Corporation and board members do not expect him to resign, according to official quarters yesterday.
25 acre chestnut wood lot with abundant chestnut posts and tires and fine growth of chestnut and oak seeks buyer. Located on main road half a mile from town center, near a fire pond. Estimated 23 cords per acre. Price 1600 dollars. Consult THOS H ELLIOT for details.
A fragmentary Christmas sympathy note from G. C. Prince & Son references a dreadful fall and a death connected to Christmas, with characters Helen Harold and a line about bundles. The readable portion hints at a family tragedy conveyed in a terse, dated tone.
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