Telephone Cases Against Erie Directors Go To Trial
City suits against Lowell Erie Telegraph and Telephone directors proceed in East Cambridge Superior Court. Tax on stock held in trust for Cleveland Northwestern and Southwestern companies questioned for possible Massachusetts taxation. Proceedings cover six cases with Adams case pending on certiorari. Witnesses include John Harrington and city witnesses, while directors contest ownership and double taxation.
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Lowel
Lowell
Erie Telegraph and Telephone Company
Charles E. Adams
F. W. Qua
George F. Richardson
City
Harvey H. Shepard
John C. Burke
Erie
Adams
Qua
William P. McCarthy
John H. Harrington
Solon W Stevens Debates Retaining the Philippines
In a Lawrence Board of Trade meeting Solon W Stevens argued for retaining the Philippines while Edward Atkinson urged withdrawal. Stevens defended expansion as promoting American institutions and liberty, while Atkinson warned of military costs taxes and empire implications. Debate touched on imperialism versus expansion and geographic strategic points.
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Lawrence Board of Trade
Solon W. Stevens
Edward Atkinson
Philippines
Stevens
Atkinson
Cuba
Porto Rico
Philippine Islands
United States
Canada
England
New York
Liverpool
San Francisco
Pacific
Europe
Mr. Stevens
Wamesit lodge Knights of Pythias Nominates Officers
Wamesit lodge Knights of Pythias nominated officers at their meeting last night. Listed were Ion Barton prelate A E Moors treasurer G A Towle financier G Buell Palmer recorder Frank D Proctor marshal Charles S Proctor sentinel William Estabrooks representative to grand council Frank D Proctor alter nate Mrs S N Proctor trustee for three years W Mansfield
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Ion Barton
A. E. Moors
G. A. Towle
G. Buell Palmer
Frank D. Proctor
Charles S. Proctor
William Estabrooks
S. N. Proctor
W. S. Mansfield
Wamesit Lodge
Knights of Pythias
Livermore Lodge
Joseph Fleming
Thomas Howard
Elmer Arnold
Oscar Whitcomb
Charles M. Clement
A. W. Parker
Charles H. Glidden
Thomas Knight
W. H. Watterson
European nations vow sacrifices to seize islands
The passage notes European countries would endure great sacrifices to gain island possession, claiming American citizens are patriotic and ready to answer the duty call. It dismisses worries about army disease, arguing science would neutralize illness.
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Atkinson
Lowell Citizens Asked to Start War Memorial Fund
A. E. Rose proposes using a remaining balance of 256 dollars and a planned souvenir sale to establish a monument fund in Lowell to honor soldiers who died in the war. He urges a dedicated committee and anticipates raising 500 to 600 dollars to kick off the memorial, praising Lowell’s wartime tribute.
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the Courier
Citzens
Lowell
New England
Alfred E. Rose
Fraternal Officers Elected in Local Lodges and Society Dance Planned
Prosperity circle Companions of the Forest elected officers led by Chief companion John J Cassidy and sub companion Miss Mary BE Santwere. A dance and cake walk set for Jan 30 was arranged. A whist tournament followed with prizes won by Miss Mary Santwere and others. Wamesit lodge I O O F M elected Rigby as noble grand and John Barnes as vice grand. Merrimack and Veritas lodge I C O F nominated officers. Livermore lodge AOUW announced officers and an installation planned in January. Spindle City Council U F elected W S Mansfield as chief councillor and Mrs Mar-
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Prosperity Circle
Companions of the Forest
John J. Cassidy
Mary BE. Santwere
Hugh C. McOsker
John E. Maguire
Margaret A. Donahue
Mary E. Keelan
Rachel Campbell
Nellie Donahue
Abraham Gerry
Emma F. Briggs
James Donahue
M. J. Cassidy
Minnie J. Donahue
John P. McAdams
Mary Santwere
Percy Burleigh
Saheee
Wamesit Lodge
W. H. Rigby
Noble Grand
John Barnes
James Smith
John Orrell
Isaac Tinker
Joseph Ferniley
Rufus McDonald
Merrimack and Veritas Lodge
Spindle
Order of United Friends
W.S. Mansfield
Mar
Wild Turkeys Across Regions and Domestication Trends
A survey traces wild turkeys from eastern to western states, noting decline in wild populations and pockets near Harrisburg and New York. It discusses domestic production in Connecticut and Indiana, fattening foundries, market prices, and the future of the bird amid shifting tastes and holidays. Also includes a health note on chest pains and a Chamberlain’s Pain Balm remedy sold by Ellingwood & Co.
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Rocky Mountains
Pennsylvania
Harrisburg
New York
Connecticut
New Jersey
Long Island
North Stonington
California
Indiana
Illinois
Wisconsin
Boston
Chicago
East
Chamberlain
Ellingwood & Co
Merrimack
Central
Middlesex
Central Streets
New York Fashions for Evening Wear and Accessories
The piece details winter dress fabrics and evening gowns for debutantes and society, noting thin fabrics, French taffeta, crepe de chine, and overskirt styles. It covers dress construction, sleeves, necklines, and drapery, plus fashionable evening slippers, gloves, hair, and accessories from perfumes to onyx vanity items. It mentions floral stripes, bayadere patterns, and the popularity of high hair with a large rose corsage.
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Berg
Murray & Lannan
Florida Water
Mousseline
Kate L
Financial Markets and Commerce Adverts In Boston Area
Financial brief from New York markets notes Ue 63 4 6S futures and lists several mines and companies. An advert promises refunds on Greene's Syrup of Tar with a 25 cent bottle trial. Medical notices promote Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy with local druggists Ellingwood & Co at Merrimack Central and Middlesex Central streets.
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Greene’s
Geo. C. Osgood
M. D
G. C. Brock & Co
Ellingwood & Co
Central and
Middlesey
F. H. Butler & Co
Middlesex
C. F. Blanchard
Chamberlain
Merrimack
Central
Central Streets
Resolutions Honor Lieut Edward W Thompson in Middlesex Chapter
Old Middlesex chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution adopted memorial resolutions for Lieut Edward W Thompson who died recently. They laud his patriotism literary talents and civil war service at 16, recounting his poems and dedication, and include remarks by C Brock and others.
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Old Middlesex
Sons of the American Revolution
Edward W. Thompson
Old Middlesex Chapter
Thompson
Greenleaf
C. Brock
Charles H. Conant
Francis N. Chase
Brock
Appomattox
Marden
the Courier
Lowell
Ely's Cream Balm Publicity Letter Appeal
A pasted testimonial from Marcus G Shantz of Rahway New Jersey praising Ely's Cream Balm for relief from catarrh and loss of taste and smell. Mrs Franklin Freeman of Dover New Hampshire also reports improvement after first application. A 10 cent trial and 50 cent size available from Ely Brothers New York with druggists kept stock.
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Ely
Marcus G. Shantz
Rahway
N. J
Franklin Freeman
Dover
N. H
Ely Brothers
Warren Street
New York
Every Man His Own Doctor With Menthol Cream Ad
An advertising note proclaims Dows Menthol Cream as a cure for cold in the head rose cold hay fever and catarrh priced at 10 cents for personal use. It urges men and women to treat ailments at home with this menthol preparation.
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Dows
Christmas Perfume Gifts at Low Price Leader
Our Lowell shop proclaims top reputation for finest class goods and lowest prices. Christmas perfume gifts include Ricksecker 25c per ounce odors, Garwood 25c, Young's Extracts 39c, Hudnut 5c, Roger & Gallet Violette de Parme 65c, Vera Violetta 75c, and assorted Roger & Gallet bottles from 98c to 1.25. Atomizers and large varieties available Merrimack Street Right Aliste.
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Lowell
Ricksecker’s
Garwood’s
Young’s
Richard Hudnut
Roger & Gallet
Soc
Children Christmas Books on Merrimack Street Display
A wide assortment of children's Christmas books in varied styles and subjects. Noted as suitable for any alima bilive, the items are arranged along the left aisle at Merrimack Street.
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Merrimack Street
Dolls for little girls brighten Palmer Street Center Aisle
A sales note highlights many dolls already purchased yet more await to delight young girls. The center aisle on Palmer Street offers a wide selection to please both customers and children, promising suitable choices for all.
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Palmer Street
Umbrellas as thoughtful gifts from Merrimack Street
A promotional note extols umbrellas as a safe, appreciated gift. It advises selecting a covering of good quality a strong frame and artistic handle and announces over 300 options available on Merrimack Street at Right Aisie Merrimack Palmer and Middl es.
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Merrimack Street
Aisie
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Erie Telephone
Thomas Mec Laughlin
A. E. Rose
Hadam May
the Tea and Coffee Department
Bright, Sears & Co
New York Market
Minid
Butte & Bos
Calumet
Centennial
Montana
American Tobacco Co
Atchizon
Prd
Brooklyn R. T. Can, Southern
N.W
Delaware& Hudeon
Elec
Louisville & Nashville
Anhattan
Missouri Pacific
Sia
Sone
Nor. Pac
Stee Enone
Tgt
Northern Pac
Pacific Mail
So. Ry. Ree
Erred
Phila
Reading
Union
Tim
Tix
U.S. Rubber
Western Union
Wheel &L. E
Rosalind May
E. W. Thompson
Uiuskin
Thomas Carlyle
Dickens
Hawthorne
Walter Scott
Harpers
Itlus
Bisso
Lacher’s Big Book Store
John Street
Washington Street
Mass
Pennsylvania Railroad
Touriss
Diaral Gras
Washington
Kate
Floeda
Old Point Comfort
Richmond
I. N. Bell
Washington St
J. RB. Wood
Gko
W. Boyd
P. R. Burtt
Stercmack Sine Telephone Connection
Mess’ Suildng
B. S. Stephenson
M.D
N. W. Stephenson
M.D. Uto
Kirk Street
C. F. Miles Floral Estabishment
Tremont
Lapham & Hyde’s
Merrimack St
Monument Sq
Lowell, Guesday
Pollard & CO
Dresden
Aliste
Bilive
Merrimack, Palmer and
Middle S!s
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