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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1903
Page
6
The Courier-Citizen, Lowell, established in 1825 as a daily from 1845, publishes every day except Sundays and holidays. Circulation by carrier across the city at six cents a week from the Courier-Citizen Building on Merrimack Street.
Yesterday and today remained cold with light winds. Barometer stood around 29.7 in the morning readings, showing little fluctuation and a breezy period not active.
The piece argues the Supreme Court upholds the United States view that combining parallel railroads via a New Jersey intermediary eliminates competition. One holding company controls two rivals, pooling receipts and denying real managers. a legal fiction skirts state laws to circumvent antitrust aims, undermining interstate commerce protections.
The author questions coining silver pesos for the Philippines arguing that United States money could have been used. He notes $8,941,625 in gold peso coinage at San Francisco and Philadelphia, funded partly by the Philippine treasury and partly by debt certificates, and suggests standard dollars and silver certificates could serve the islands as well.
The writer mocks critics who urge court packing over Philippine decisions, arguing anti imperialists would not appoint justices sharing their view but would pursue a balanced path. The piece questions the logic of selecting judges based on imperialist or anti imperialist stances.
A New Bedford newspaper notes ministers spread unverified gossip and praises judges as sound while critiquing political and economic ideas. It highlights Dr Hale in Washington, Prof Small’s labor outlook, wage debates, suffrage reporting, waste paper contracts, and calls for new paper and fabric discoveries.
Unfortunates isolated with smallpox in Pennsylvania outbreaks show a worrying tendency to break out. Officials warn that containment hinges on strict adherence to watchful quarantine rules and rapid reporting of any symptoms. Public health authorities emphasize transmission risk and urge communities to cooperate with investigations and vaccination campaigns.
Personal matters report Rev Frederick H Wright longtime Methodist Episcopal missionary in Italy has been appointed pastor of the American church in Rome and presiding elder of the Italy conference's second district. Gen Francis Vinton Greene, New York police commissioner, will join the Albright Hayes Power Co to oversee a Niagara Falls power plant, starting January 1. Lowell souvenir postal cards at Lawler's and Christmas Bell Calendars at Prince's.
A string of pithy observations and snippets cover topics from Boston politics to weather, with comments on newspapers, magazines, advertising, and holiday woes. The piece blends city names like Boston and Chicago, references to Lord Stanley, and playful lines about Christmas shopping and family life.
The country expects the Republican convention to nominate President Roosevelt next year with confidence that he will carry New York. Editorials discuss political independence and public opinion, while a humorous note mentions using a phonograph to relay prayers to the Senate. Also a medicinal endorsement for Hood's Lotion appears amid diary ads for 1904.
A reflective column discusses winter snow, dust reduction, and green Christmas lore. It notes Fr. McGarty’s Ottawa university fire injuries, canal ice clearing by the Locks and Canals corporation, and the Lowell Boys' Club role in cutting juvenile crime through exercise and youth programs. It also recalls Fletcher Ladd of the Philippine supreme court, Dartmouth graduate, and a brief Springfield Republican obituary note.
New York reports probate filing by Alpheus D. Dubois, longtime principal of a city public school. He died Sunday leaving a fortune estimated at 250000 to 500000 dollars and a bequest to his daughter unnamed by marriage. His wife and child vanished from his life nearly fifty years ago, with clues pointing to a concealed union and a distant family background. The professor, son of a minister, reportedly lived modestly for years prior to amassing wealth through prudent investments.
District Attorney Jerome heads a Citizens' Union excise committee effort to amend the excise law to allow Sunday saloon hours from 1 PM to 11 PM. Dr Parkhurst objects to the 10 hour Sunday system while supporting two Sunday hours and cites citizen desire for beer on Sunday.
34 boys overcoats sized for ages 9 to 16 offered at 30 to 40 dollars with silk stitched raw edge and lap seams. Belt back Scotch Tourist Overcoats priced at 5 dollars. Coats described as snappy stylish and thoroughly good with a fit described as like a glove.
Advertisement notes initialed handkerchiefs in fine Japan silk, 19 and 21 inch sizes, previously 50 cents, now marked at 25 cents. Handsome hand worked silk initials enhance the value. End users are buyers seeking affordable, stylish accessories.
Noted sale listing offers men’s overcoats at ten dollars each, originally fifteen, with four lots including black and Oxford styles. Most coats feature plaid linings and satin yokes in a range of sizes, marketed as an excellent bargain.
The advertisement promotes all wool black and Oxford frieze long overcoats for large boys ages 16 to 18, originally ten dollars, now reduced to six dollars. The copy emphasizes the bargain and asks rhetorically what can be said of them at this price.
A local retailer advertises sixty boys' overcoats priced at $2.00 each. Sizes range from 3 to 9 years, double breasted with half belt, made of melton, silk embroidered emblems on sleeves, described as the best at this price level.
Nearly 4000 persons in the Haledon district of Paterson New Jersey will be idle for days after a small dam burst releasing Hopper's pond waters. The flood covers thirty acres with several large factories affected as ice coats machinery and basements. Streets nearby are frozen and damage runs to thousands.
The high school regiment officers are planning their annual party to be held in Huntington Hall on January 29. Col. Harry Hoyt has returned after illness at St John’s hospital and will preside at several officers meetings. The floor appointed the party committees. Invitations will go to all regiments in nearby cities and Boston area, attracting many visiting officers. There have been recent roster changes due to promotions and absences.
A promotional message urges readers to buy well chosen pictures from G. Cc. Prince & Son and rely on their judgment for selecting the right kind. The piece accompanies the editorial page with a suggestion to consult reputable dealers for home decor.
The paper will reveal the 800 prizes from the December 6 issue in the upcoming Sunday edition. The Herald’s annual Christmas number will feature strengthened children’s and other departments with bound books for boys and girls priced at 25 cents. Bound books for boys and girls-25 cents. Lawler's.
Boston December 16 traffic on the New York New Haven Hartford railroad delayed over an hour as workers failed to close the Neponset river drawbridge at Neponset when a tug passed. The draw opened for the tug but the machinery was out of gear, preventing closure.
The latest boys winter coats for ages four to nine sell for $2.50. Featuring box plait back half belt and gilt buttons with silk embroidery on sleeves, the stylish design promises quality at a remarkable low price.
Meriden Connecticut December 15 Republicans won the city election. Mayor Geo S Seeley was re elected by 148 votes over Democrat ex mayor H E West. Seeley 1823 West 1675. Common council to consist of 26 Republicans and 4 Democrats.
New York reports Senator W. A. Clark's condition steadily improves. Officials expect he will be released by the end of the week or the next.
William I. Buchanan of Buffalo sails today on the Yukon to assume duties as the first United States minister to the Republic of Panama. The move follows his appointment and preparations for the new post.
A rich display showcases Silk and Taffeta Silk umbrellas with Pearl Sterling Ivory and natural wood handles, boxed with silk tassels priced 75c to 6. New fancy waistcoats and Cashmere vestings from 1.25 to 5 offer Christmas gifts, with size swaps available.
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