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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1898
Page
4
A brief note indicates Ell has a larger or more influential circulation than the Courier as its daily List expands. The circulation books are open to all, suggesting inclusive access to subscriber counts and distribution data.
In Lowell December 20 1898 the war revenue act outlook rises with expected December collections near 25 000 000 while a peace treaty may soon arrive in Washington as a Christmas present. Notes on currency, Open Door expansion and a proposed soldiers monument fund are discussed with local support urged.
A monument, substantially increased in scale, is completed and endowed with full merit for the cause it is to memorialize, standing as a fitting tribute and lasting reminder of its purpose.
The pending recounts will decide if Boston's board of aldermen ends seven to five in favor of Democrats or Republicans. Democrats fear losses in recounts, as partisan counting biases favor their own, while Republicans expect gains in Democratic precincts. Mayor Quincy backs a new board of apportionment to control city spending, aiming to place the board under his influence and shape fiscal policy amid citizen apprehension about Boston’s financial future.
Carolus Duran, famed French portrait painter, has been elected president of the National Society of Fine Arts, succeeding the late Puvis de Chavannes. The report notes his prominent standing and the society’s prestige.
A trio of quotes contrasts naval daring and strategic wit. The St Louis paper urges Lieut Hobson to raise sunken vessels in Manila Bay while dreaming of crushing Aguinaldo's defenses. The Chicago Record teases Admiral Dewey about avoiding dinner ranges if unwell. The Lawrence Sun notes calmer police duties but forecasts changes after May first with Lowell tank arrivals.
Railway workers cling to omens with a superstition about car numbers. Since 1890 an engineer known as the knight of the scoop has hunted for a freight car matching the year, 1598, but has not found it, causing fear of a foreseen death before year’s end. The public also scans trains for a sequence car, often numbered 12345, though many exist without yielding the sought link.
The town expects the Tremont and Suf tax case to be tried this week though the mill taxes remain unsettled. A final appeal to the United States Supreme Court is possible. Separate passages reflect on Lowell in 1824, the rise of new rum, old delivery methods, and rural sharing of fuel. A California visitor remarks on snow and climate differences as a broader note on geography and identity.
Boston critic Louis C Elson to lecture on The History of National Music at Unitarian church vestry on Jan 4. European and American hymns and songs explored with Hail Columbia and Star Spangled Banner origins. Handel and Haydn society to open season with The Messiah at Boston Music Hall. New opera Silvio previews in Christiania. Musical Courier champions American music and domestic study. Boston Symphony concert program listed with Mozart Franck Brahms works and several vocal pieces. Sale details from Steinert Sons and publishers included.
In The Dramatic Mirror notes John Philip Sousa is at work on a new comic opera titled The King of Clubs with Walter Jones possibly starring next season. Other items include Alice Nielsen contributing geisha article to Cosmopolitan, and May Irwin owning Glen McDonough's farce Kate Kip.
Amusement notes announce two day engagement starting Monday December 26 featuring George Monroe and a 25 member company in Her Majesty the Cook. The show promises mirth fun and wit with Bridget Maloney the cook and two large Christmas trees. Children will receive presents. Music Hall recounts last night’s Maginty the Sport drawing some audience dissatisfaction despite good features.
Wise shoppers are urged to buy early for Christmas selections. Prince & Son offer a very full line of photograph medallions in all sizes and prices. They claim the largest display yet, featuring a 50 cent medallion with good photographs and tasteful frames.
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