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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1898
Page
1
Two boys bargain with a junk dealer over a bottle lot that has risen in value. They plead for pennies to buy an orange for sister Katie, who is pictured as thin and blue with winter hardship. The scene captures a Baltimore or Boston style street exchange and the unlikely rise in bottle prices.
The item cites a withdrawal from the Western Passenger association by the Wabash railroad. It notes a 30 day repair period for the battleship Massachusetts and voices broad social observations from politicians to local gifts and happenings. It mentions McKinley, Marching Through Georgia, and cheerful holiday spirits amid war and peace. The House passes the pension bill in 20 minutes. Andover professors comment on Dr Plumb. The gypsy moth and weathered culture blend colors of blue and gray.
A column discusses speech in gray African parrots and green Amazons, noting a parrot asking Maria where James and a chart of a jilted mistress. It mentions a prayer interrupting dogs with Cats and describes Bedouin use of aires from Aden for perfuming handkerchiefs. It also notes civet as a honey like substance used sparingly.
Under the association's auspices the second entertainment of the series took place Thursday evening in Vestry hall. Will Palmer of Tewksbury presented a phonograph program and Benjamin Spaulding showed a sequence of stereopticon views.
Manila dispatch reports Admiral Dewey avoiding political talk, warning that independence talk by insurgents shows ignorance of its meaning. He sees opportunities for American protection, wages arrears to insurgence troops, and local autonomy. The article also covers local court actions and a man named Murphy awaiting trial and a judge’s orders for appearance.
A major morning fire in Manchester New Hampshire's flatiron district swept through a large block of wooden buildings. Firefighters battled intense flames, rescuing several people from burning beds and narrowly avoiding further injuries. The blaze caused about 20000 dollars in damage with many families left uninsured.
Madrid reports a semi official note urging patience as the American Senate must ratify the peace treaty. Spain says the government should await ratification and not rush to cede territory the Senate may reject.
Kansas City Mo December 15 The American Federation of Labor debate focused on expansion whether to endorse it with heated exchanges. Samuel P Donnelly urged expansion while Harry Lloyd John Kirby and Max Hayes argued against it citing risk to labor unity and wage concerns.
William T. True and Edward I. Murphy face a Commonwealth criminal suit for obtaining money by false pretences. True was absent due to illness, Murphy appeared and pleaded not guilty. Judge Hadley set December 23 for True to appear again. Burke, counsel, promised appearance and orderly continuation of the hearing.
Col Rush S Huidekoper reports from Porto Rico praising the Sixth Massachusetts Infantry for discipline and esprit de corps. Mustering out is set for January 22 1899 with extended preparation time, visits to armories, and arrangements for subsistence and clothing allowances. Lieut Col Ames and Adelbert Huidekoper depart Lowell for Porto Rico, sailing from New York tomorrow, with return targeted by January 1.
At 12.15 today a horse belonging to a grocer on Lakeview avenue bolted past a standing electric car. Patrick F. Carney of 239 Lakeview avenue leaped into action, grabbed the rein, and held the frightened animal until it stopped. The sleigh dash and seat were damaged. the clerks at the grocer’s shop thanked him for saving a wreck and possible injuries.
The Weavers Union held a meeting at Loomfixers hall to prepare for the organization’s first anniversary. The celebration is set for January 13 in Associate hall with a concert and ball for members and friends. A 25 member committee oversees arrangements.
A vintage advertisement urges readers to treat indigestion with Hood's Sarsaparilla. It claims the tonic strengthens the stomach, relieves pains, aids digestion, purifies blood, and improves overall health, urging immediate use despite the medical claim and price.
City hall closed to callers this morning as Mayor Crowley met with Mayor-Elect Crowley in a long confidential talk. Trustees demand 2925.59 library funds, now the solicitor’s responsibility. solicitor argues Ford vs Breen in court today. Streets committee meeting set for tonight. Councilman Howe to file recount petition later today.
The Lowell Homing Club held its third annual meeting at 24 Marshall Street. Officers were elected for the coming year as the group reviewed 1898 racing reports. The season included 16 shipments between Lowell and Washington and Berlin. Races featured prizes such as diplomas, silver cups, clocks, lamps, and watches awarded to Joseph Youngjohns, P J Honan, Howard Fralick, Joseph Dyer, Arthur Stanley, and others.
Thomas Willetts took first in the event with Artur Stanley and Joseph McGlinchey placing second and third respectively. The treasurer John Green reported 1898 expenditures of 102.83 dollars. Officers elected for 1899 include Louis Eno president, Joseph Young vice president, Walter Conroy secretary, John Green treasurer, John Curtin race secretary, and Curtin Youngjohns Stanley Conroy on the races committee. The group voted to use the National Federation band for 1899, with no exclusion of other bands of size No 1 or No 2.
Fred Jeffrey Williaron Barr and Thomas Dube faced breaking and entering charges for robbery at Theodore W Gergeron wood dealer on West Street and all pleaded guilty with $400 bond for superior court. Edward S Butler paid fine for receiving stolen property. Multiple drunks processed, with probation, fines, and workhouse sentences. Judge Pickman trial for Jeremiah Sheehan postponed. Richter placed on probation after reconciliation with wife. Andrew Barrett hosted a celebratory dinner at the Waverley House praising Barrett’s appointment and Crowley club figures amid Democratic party revelry.
The Society of the Sons and Daughters of Maine names its officers led by President George A. Cole and Vice President Ellen Farley. Installation is set for January with a Nashua association delegation present and a banquet afterward. Excelsior lodge I O O F M A reports semiannual officers with Geo Clegg as Noble Grand and Nelson Huntley as permanent secretary and treasurer John Dean. Seventh Day Adventist Elster A H Clark announces Saturday services at Highland hall with Sabbath school at 2 and preaching at 3 on the topic Evidence of our Acceptance With God.
Obituary notices recount Edward F Coburn of Coburn Co in Lowell and the Day family with Mrs Clarissa Day and others interred at Edson cemetery. Other deaths include Mrs Sarah Parks and Lucretia Manuel. Local notices describe services, bearers, and floral tributes plus society affiliations and funeral homes.
Fred T. Faulcon wed Mary A. Finks in a Wednesday afternoon ceremony performed by Rev. George F. Kenngott at his home 296 Liberty Street. Edwin George and Susie Chandler also married in the early evening by the same minister at 246 Liberty Street.
Mrs Charles W Leach resigns as ticket agent at Concord railway depot Nashua after fourteen years of service. She plans to reside in Lowell. Miss Elizabeth Clay formerly of Lowell who has been employed as
Death notices list John M Pevey aged 61 dies in this city with funeral at his residence 441 Westford Street Saturday at 2 PM. Mrs Sarah Parks widow of George Parks aged 81 dies at 359 Central Street. Thomas Collins child of Thomas and Margaret Collins aged six dies at 872 Central Street.
In Pelham New Hampshire on December 14 Fred A Bassett of Dracut and Miss Mary E Atwood of Pelham were married by Reverend Augustus Berry.
South Framingham and Framingham fire brigades battled a three alarm blaze Thursday forenoon the fifteenth at the Mansion house owned by William F. Gregory of Gregory Shaw & Co wholesale shoe dealers. Water supply was difficult due to distant hydrants and crews ran hose to the Sudbury river. the fire caused total loss with only foundation walls remaining. Insurance covers the loss estimated over 15000 dollars. Cause unavailable.
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