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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1901
Page
8
The Lowell Daily Courier, described as the oldest and best daily in Middlesex County, notes its establishment in 1825 and daily publication since 1845 except Sundays and holidays. Located at Courier-Citizen Building on Merrimack Street, Lowell, with carrier delivery across parts of the city.
The editorial argues electric railways, though fledgling, are the strongest force altering urban and rural life. Suburban and rural land values rise while city property taxes feel pressure. Suburban homes near lines boom as people move outward yet central property retains special value.
The piece critiques the U S policy toward distant territories like the Philippines, arguing the lack of a fixed legal status creates constant difficulties. It urges honesty about outcomes, warns against irrevocable possession, and contrasts ease with the West Indies to the trouble of governing insular lands.
A Wabash line wreck at Seneca Michigan killed eight and injured 11 as Illinois Central trainmen reportedly failed to heed telegraphic orders. The piece notes railroads rely on these orders and that neglect often leads to dangerous outcomes despite trains being among the safest places to travel.
The Lynn labor troubles reveal a changing character of factory labor with Poles Greeks and Armenians prominent in a riot at the Morocco factory. English speaking and French speaking workers are scarce in the disturbance while Greek and Asia Minor labor already dominate the eastern seaboard workforce and may grow.
The mid ocean wireless talk between the Etruria and Umbria appears better authenticated than Marconi's Newfoundland communication. If vessels can converse a hundred miles apart without wires, the invention's potential seems vast and may soon render wires unnecessary.
The Brighton district opposes liquor licenses citing residential disruption while Dorchester supports them. Tax cuts are discussed as surplus grows, with criticism of maintaining alcohol tax while beer tax is cut. Reports note potential unrest in Luzon and Manila, plus a Pennsylvania Long Island rail upgrade costing fifty million dollars. Storms elsewhere outpace local one. Tages Zeitung speculates Germany could occupy a Venezuelan port without U S approval.
Report notes a major railroad crash with heavy loss of life and severe suffering. Calls insistence on stronger precautions and safer train operation. Mentions Hay-Pauncefote treaty opposition as political maneuvering with little concern for public welfare.
The piece notes a Washington to Gettysburg trolley line arranged for, seen as handy around July 4, 1863, alongside world exploration distances to the poles and counts of war munitions firms. It cites 288 miles to the north pole, 772 miles to the south pole, and over 3000 firms globally producing war supplies, with about 900 in America.
Obituary notices report David P Thompson, ex minister to Turkey and former Idaho governor, dying in Portland at 79 after a long banking career. Also mourns Mime Sembrich’s son in Dresden from consumption, prompting cancellation of an engagement and possible return to New York.
The New York Tribune cites a 19th century public documents superintendent faulting wasteful, disorganized handling of government printing. It notes excessive copies, storage backlogs, and potential savings of over $100,000 annually with centralization, while Congress resists reform amid a large treasury.
A playful collection of puns and clippings references many figures and ideas. It mentions Not a Bene Chili, Marconi, a telephone joke, a blizzard, and a Greenland birch claimed as the smallest tree. The piece blends satire and wordplay about politics, technology, and daily life in a humorous 1900s tone.
A collection of editorial opinions praising Theodore Roosevelt for pluck and luck, noting his presidency at 43 and a fortuitous fortune, critiquing the Isth mian Canal Commission for favoring the Panama route yet preferring Nicaragua, and arguing for U S action to exclude anarchists.
Rev Dr Edward L Clark resigns after 30 years at Central Congregational Boston due to fundraising shortfalls. Born 1838 in New Hampshire he faces congregation calls for younger leadership. Also reports New Hampshire residents pride in requests for Gov Jordan Thanksgiving proclamation. Lincoln Park Chicago to honor David Kennison with inscribed bowlder. Sons of the Revolution to cover costs. Lipton’s trials with America’s Cup cost him £1,250,000. James Phillips Fort Pierre SD owns world’s largest herd of 60 full blood buffaloes bought from Peter Du Pree.
In a note on police training authorities in Vienna emphasize the need for officers to swim maneuver boats and understand telegraphing. The requirement highlights versatile skill demands for patrols and rapid communication capabilities.
A Charlton Angora cat reportedly has 22 toes, two more than normal. The owner notes the unusual count and cites curiosity about extra digits. Local interest centers on this distinctive feline trait and its inspiration for a quirky headline.
Old Home Week account by David H. Brown Offord reflects rural New Hampshire fifty years back detailing the shift from oxen to horses, farm abundance, and daily life. It contrasts weather, street life, and modern changes with notes on local culture including a High Street Lyceum event, weather impacts on streets, and reform rhetoric from Abbott and Hadley.
Paris dispatch states Commandant General Botha informed Mr. Kruger that his force totals 24,000, with 10,000 Cape Colony recruits among them. The claim appears in a morning paper from Paris.
London reports a six day Boer attack on a garrison of 20 at Tontelbosch with three killed and 15 wounded. They fought for water each night. Advices from Lord Kitchener at Pretoria say Commandant Baden Horst was captured with a Boer party at Sterkfortein.
To Ladies in Doubt as to what they will buy for a Christmas present if it's for a gentleman, consider a safety razor set. It promises perfect satisfaction or refund. The ad notes many men spend $20 to $50 yearly and hours at barber shops, and the sets come in neat cases with accessories. Carleton & Hovey, 236 Merrimack Street.
The St Louis exposition area will feature a power plant described as the largest in the world, capable of delivering power equivalent to 31,000 horses.
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