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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1900
Page
1
The text notes that the Chinese have suffered more from looting than from shooting and warns that if the Emperor of China has become Christian he faces greater danger than a life lost. It also mentions Mayor Fleischmann of Cincinnati and suggests the 26th Volunteers may be sent home.
A collage of curious figures covers finance, industry, and politics. It cites Bank of England money in circulation, Pars firm output, Cheops pyramid stone, and a $20 million rebuild estimate. It notes thrift in Denmark, Santa at the North Pole, and grim mentions of lynching and safe-breaking in Ohio.
The coming year will feature two legislative sessions as a commission finishes codifying the Commonwealth laws. Iles W. Clifford Frank W. Hurd and Charles N Harris of Boston lead the effort begun years ago to align statutes with current interpretations. A special fall session will consider refinements and substitute the most direct language where two laws exist. The plan notes only targeted changes guided by commission recommendations. The remark about hats in theatres versus filth in trains underscores social critique.
An advertisement proclaims Traders Nations Bank as backed by men of business ability experience and financial skill. It emphasizes progressive yet conservative management modern facilities and courteous officials aimed at broad public trust.
A fragment from a city bank notice emphasizes standing in city and state, trusted management, and backing of all deposits. It mentions deposits of one dollar and up, general banking business, and the prestige of the institution with references to savings and semi-annual statements.
Johannesburg reports details of Clement's force narrowly escaping capture as Boer plans succeeded. The Boers pressed under fire, only checked by artillery, then held a prayer meeting as British forces withdrew. Cape Town notes Boers crossing the Orange River into Cape Colony west of Aliwal North clashing with Cape Rifles and Brabant's force, who retired with loss.
The steamer Alpha wrecked on a reef at the Union Bay entrance. Owner Samuel Barbee of Vancouver Captain Yorks and Engineer Dunn among the drowned. 244 crew saved by a mysterious seafarer who swam to shore with a line. Ship valued at 45,000 dollars and cargo at 80,000 dollars.
Rev Dr Joseph Parker of City Temple denounces royal and political support for the race course in his London Sun weeklong feature Betting and Gambling Forecasts. He condemns any country whose heirs to the throne and prime ministers back horse racing.
The Allan Line steamer Corean reports sighting the Gloucester fishing schooner Anglo-Saxon off Sable Island on Saturday. It carried a crew of 14 all signaling distress after the vessel’s masts and above deck were swept away in a hurricane on Wednesday. The crew endured two days without food or water.
William Robinson, a persistent suitor known for pursuing Mrs. Mary Hartshorn, was declared insane and sent to an asylum this morning. He was a student at the Newton Theological Seminary in Newton.
In Providence R I on December 18 a fire consumed the Wilkes Barre pier of the N H N H L railroad. The blaze wiped out coal pockets, about 2000 tons of soft coal, an elevator and four engines. Loss estimated at 200.09 dollars.
The report notes perfumes are given as welcome gifts and mentions A. W. Dows & Co offering a fine line of them as part of the selections suited for such gestures.
Last evening a Christian Endeavor union meeting at Central Congregational Church featured Rev. Edward P. Holton of the Madura Ceylon mission in India. Lowell and North Chelmsford members joined the local group for hymns, prayer, scripture, and a stereopticon lecture displaying native temples, costumes, scenery, and life with reminiscences from Holton’s years in India.
Eight aldermen and most Republicans met at the Republican city committee chairman's Andover Street home to select a candidate for superintendent of streets, but after two and a half hours they failed to agree. A split persisted between Beals and Evans with ballots and a conference failing to reach accord, leaving Beals favored by the council and Evans preferred by the aldermen. Adjournment hinted at possible terms later to satisfy both sides for tonight's city council vote.
Mr A Warren Parkhurst, longtime village resident, departs Thursday for Winchester to spend winter with daughter Mrs W S Q Bishop. Friends regret his departure yet wish him a pleasant season and return in spring. The Ladies club meets Wednesday afternoon with Mrs John Toye. Village schools close Friday for Christmas vacation. Debating society discusses US shipping subsidies on Wednesday evening. Miss Laura G Hoyt will spend Christmas week with relatives in Lakeport New Hampshire.
The St Johns T A society awaits word from Court Wamesit M C C F regarding a joint debate after announcing basketball crowds and upcoming games. Tuesday matchups center on Court Wanna and St Johns T A society, with Christmas night games planned between Squad One Troop F Cavalry Court Wannalandt and Clover Social Club. William Vinal becomes a fireman at White's Tannery Lowell and George Massey family relocates to Lawrence.
Malden prepares for a federal public building with support from Hon. Fusha 8. Converse. Congressman Roberts and local groups push for a site, with Converse pledging 12000 dollars for the chosen lot near his Pleasant and Washington streets auditorium. If the site is approved Converse will donate the funds or switch sites and still provide the money.
New England Telephone petitions to place poles on Wilder and Ware streets faced strong local opposition at a city hall hearing before the committee on electric wires. Ware Street residents led by the Wilson family opposed poles. Wilder Street remonstrants including Joseph Chalifoux Asa Russell and Isaac Fletcher argued against adding poles citing property fears. Russell urged compensation for a pole on his property, rejecting a small offered sum. The committee adjourned without action.
The fire department committee met in the chief’s office last night but only Alderman Whitter appeared, delaying proceedings. Planned items included applications for two new fire alarm boxes on Andover Street and Varnum Avenue.
The sewer committee met in the street department office with Alderman Barton presiding. City Engineer Bowers was instructed to maintain the sewer assessment at last year’s level. George Emsley and others won approval for a Weed street sewer. Only the Oaklaiis and Bunting petitions remain and will be carried to next year.
The Paige Street Free Baptist Sunday school named officers for the new year. James H. Brennan is superintendent with Gordon Dickinson as assistant. department chiefs include Mrs Della Saunders primary and Arthur F. E. Howard librarian. W. F. Hatch serves as secretary and D. P. Knowlton as auditor. Directors include Mrs W. E. Hatch Mr W C Brown Mrs Isabelle Wiggin and Mrs A E Wilson.
Reuben L. Wetherbee the oldest member of Reno post and G. A. R. of Hadnor died at about his mid seventies He enlisted in July 1963 and served in Company I 4th Massachusetts regiment He was a native of tow and died there He leaves three sons
In Gloucester on December 1 the eastern district court heard Charles Mason and Henry Burton charged with intent to kill. Dr Philip Mooney testified the patient’s condition was critical, making assessment difficult. Mason’s son to be tried Thursday. bonds and detention noted.
Councilman Pickering seeks overturn of a recount in ward 9 from the December municipal election. The board of registrars credited Pickering with one extra vote against Frank G. Launder, amid disputes over ballots in blocks and precincts. Pickering asserts uncounted ballots and marking irregularities altered the outcome.
Humane Society agent seeks Mamie Latour's mother who left her with Mrs Barker on Mammoth road eight weeks ago. The mother agreed to pay board, but has not visited. Barker, from Lawrence, has not seen the mother since. If not found, the child will be turned over to the state board.
Qua spoke by telephone with Commissioner Lord and learned a decision in the tax cases would be issued this month. The cases were argued last March. A fine assortment of Chamote Skin Veete was offered at A. W. Dows & Co.
Michael Cryan a U.S. Marine was jailed for drunkenness after a disturbance at Moore's Mills. He claimed youth and first offense, got a $5 fine and a warning. Other cases followed including two arrested as a believed couple, larceny charges, and multiple drunkenness fines plus sentences for theft and break ins.
Probate actions list multiple wills presented for Leonard Clough Dracut James T Lund Tyngsborough Edwin Pianta Metrewe Almira Gregg Tyngsborough Jamuel N Leland Framingham and administrations granted for Elisabeth Walton Chelmsford Annie J Gallagher Somerville Dante Collins Newton James J Bermingham Cambridge Addie L Genay Waltham John D Mack Cambridge Tryphena Heath Jewell John Parker Salem No HG George Ulmer Cambridge Frederick L Marsh Medford Fred P Howard Woburn guardianship for Ellen Cummings insane person resident at the city poor farm granted to Jeremiah Creeley pending estate of Julia M Fatley and trial list. Matthias Hutchine of Chelmsford will allowed and Martin Rebbine appointed administrator amid objections.
The owner of a horse left in a yard off Tiieeeam street last week is sought by Agent Rich ardeon of the Humane Society. Efforts are being made to locate the owner, and the horse is being cared for at the society's expense.
At city hall a tense fight shapes the council vote for superintendent of streets as activists seek a majority for Evans or Beals. Senator Hanson backs Evans amid a broader city committee contest. Tonight the council will also elect a commissioner of sinking funds, with Knapp likely to be re elected. Public tram accommodations and a tax case delay loom as issues of broad concern.
Gen John G Parke retired career officer dies at his Washington home after a long illness. A Pennsylvania native, he entered West Point from that state and later served as superintendent for two years. He held posts on the lakes improvement board and lighthouse board, served in the Union Army reaching major general, and was later appointed chief astronomer and surveyor to map the northwest boundary in 1866.
James Ledwig, a young unmarried man, died last night in an ambulance while transporting from Lowell hospital to the city farm. He had been taken from Paige Street on Saturday in a weak condition, suffering from alcoholism, according to early reports.
Mrs. Sarah J. Nay of Malden died at Malden hospital on Monday from injuries after falling from a rear step while shaking a rug at her Ashland street home on Saturday. She was the widow of William Nay and leaves three sons.
A remedy promises relief from throat irritation causing coughs. A single nightly dose allegedly calms the throat and puts it in complete rest by morning, addressing serious lung discomfort with a simple, home treatment.
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